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Read the latest news from Alexandria Town Centre Community website. The latest news will be updated as much as possible in the future since the launch of this website on 29th May 2023. We aim to have as many latest news stories affecting the local community as possible, but for that to happen, we need your help with supplying any news stories you think would be of interest to the community. (Please note the latest news story must take place around Alexandria, to be added to this website.) If you have a story you want on this website, please get in touch with us either through our Online Latest News Form or email us at info@alexandria.town will all your story details. Please remember we require a photo for all news stories.


Response from Councillor Martin Rooney, leader of West Dunbartonshire Council, to Alexandria CC’s concerns about West Dunbartonshire Council budget 2026/27
5th March 2026

Response from Councillor Martin Rooney, leader of West Dunbartonshire Council, to Alexandria CC’s concerns about West Dunbartonshire Council budget 2026/27

Response from councillor Martin Rooney, leader of West Dunbartonshire Council to Alexandria CC’s concerns about West Dunbartonshire council budget 2026/27


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Email Sent To WDC Councillors About Concern About Future Of Vale Of Leven Swimming Pool And Alexandria Community Centre
30th January 2026

Email Sent To WDC Councillors About Concern About Future Of Vale Of Leven Swimming Pool And Alexandria Community Centre

Following heavy speculation including from local media, A.C.C asked for clarification on whether the Vale of Leven Swimming Pool and Alexandria Community Centre are being considered for closure


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ALEXANDRIA LOCAL PLACE PLAN (LPP)
16th January 2026

ALEXANDRIA LOCAL PLACE PLAN (LPP)

Great news. The LPP has been validated by West Dunbartonshire Council and available on their website.


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ALEXANDRIA CC MEETING - 28.1.26 at 6.30PM AT CATRA HALL Agenda
15th January 2026

ALEXANDRIA CC MEETING - 28.1.26 at 6.30PM AT CATRA HALL Agenda

Read the agenda for the Alexandria Community Council meeting being held at CATRA on the 28th Janaury 2026


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Alexandria Banking Hub and a community drop-in day
24th October 2025

Alexandria Banking Hub and a community drop-in day

Alexandria Banking Hub and a community drop-in day at Alexandria Library on Wednesday, 5th November 2025.


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New Banking Hub Coming to Alexandria – Opening Soon on Main Street
8th October 2025

New Banking Hub Coming to Alexandria – Opening Soon on Main Street

We’re delighted to share some positive news for Alexandria town centre – a brand new Banking Hub is set to open right here in the heart of our community.


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Vale of Leven Academy MacMillan Coffee Morning
30th September 2025

Vale of Leven Academy MacMillan Coffee Morning

Well done to everyone who supported our MacMillan coffee morning today. Your support is much appreciated.


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Tree of Knowledge delivered workshops
24th September 2025

Tree of Knowledge delivered workshops

Andrew from Tree of Knowledge delivered workshops to our S1 pupils today.


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RESPONSE FROM SCOTRAIL CUSTOMER RELATIONS TO ALEXANDRIA CC'S CONCERNS BALLOCH LANE (VIA ALEXANDRIA)
3rd September 2025

RESPONSE FROM SCOTRAIL CUSTOMER RELATIONS TO ALEXANDRIA CC'S CONCERNS BALLOCH LANE (VIA ALEXANDRIA)

***RESPONSE FROM SCOTRAIL CUSTOMER RELATIONS TO ALEXANDRIA CC'S CONCERNS ABOUT SERVICES ON BALLOCH LANE (VIA ALEXANDRIA)***


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ALEXANDRIA CC'S LETTER TO SCOTRAIL WITH REGARDS TO SERVICE IN BALLOCH
25th August 2025

ALEXANDRIA CC'S LETTER TO SCOTRAIL WITH REGARDS TO SERVICE IN BALLOCH

***ALEXANDRIA CC'S LETTER TO SCOTRAIL WITH REGARDS TO SERVICE IN BALLOCH LANE (VIA ALEXANDRIA)***


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ALEXANDRIA CC'S SECOND LETTER TO FIRST BUS GLASGOW
21st August 2025

ALEXANDRIA CC'S SECOND LETTER TO FIRST BUS GLASGOW

CALL FOR BUS SERVICE 1/1A ROUTE REVERSAL OR SERVICE 204/205 IMPROVEMENT FOR ALEXANDRIA


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Community groups and charity organisations get a share of £1m in funding
20th August 2025

Community groups and charity organisations get a share of £1m in funding

Community groups in West Dunbartonshire have benefited from more than £987,319 in grants to support vulnerable and disadvantaged residents.


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ALEXANDRIA BID (FORMERLY ALEXANDRIA TRADERS ASSOCIATION)
24th July 2025

ALEXANDRIA BID (FORMERLY ALEXANDRIA TRADERS ASSOCIATION)

Alexandria BID: A BID is where businesses, within a defined geographical area, vote to invest collectively in local improvements over and above those provided by statutory authorities


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Carers of West Dunbartonshire Online Event
23rd July 2025

Carers of West Dunbartonshire Online Event

Carers of West Dunbartonshire will be holding an online information session on Thursday, 31st July at 6:30 pm.


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ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE – JULY 2025
17th July 2025

ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE – JULY 2025

ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE – JULY 2025. Meetings have wound down for the summer holidays, but Alexandria Community Council remain very active.


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Alexandria CC Letter To First Glasgow Calling For Service 1/1a Route Reversal
10th June 2025

Alexandria CC Letter To First Glasgow Calling For Service 1/1a Route Reversal

Alexandria Community Council call for the service number 1/1A routes to return to its former route from Balloch to Glasgow via Alexandria.


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Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers
9th June 2025

Helensburgh and West Dunbartonshire Ramblers

A great day, and we would thoroughly recommend The Glen Cafe in Clachan of Campsie too.


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Vale of Leven Academy Broad General Education Awards Ceremony
6th June 2025

Vale of Leven Academy Broad General Education Awards Ceremony

Vale of Leven Academy proudly celebrated its annual Broad General Education Awards Ceremony,


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Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association Chairperson May 2025 Update
3rd June 2025

Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association Chairperson May 2025 Update

CHAIRPERSON UPDATE- MAY 2025
It’s been a very busy month for Tullichewan TRA with ongoing work and commitments.


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End of season update from Vale of Leven Football & Athletic Club
21st May 2025

End of season update from Vale of Leven Football & Athletic Club

After a gruelling season, tough loses and continuous player injuries, our final league table position sees us finishing in 14th place which means we have been relegated.


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Joining our community market comes with plenty of benefits
18th May 2025

Joining our community market comes with plenty of benefits

Joining our community market comes with plenty of benefits, especially for small businesses looking to grow


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Big smiles and brand-new bikes!
18th May 2025

Big smiles and brand-new bikes!

Pupils from Christie Park and St Mary’s Primary were the final young riders to collect their bikes from Lomond Riders Cycling Club


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ALEXANDRIA CC RESPONSE LETTER FOLLOWING WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE BUDGET 2025/26
25th April 2025

ALEXANDRIA CC RESPONSE LETTER FOLLOWING WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE BUDGET 2025/26

ALEXANDRIA CC RESPONSE LETTER FOLLOWING WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE BUDGET 2025/26 ANNOUNCEMENT ON 5TH MARCH 2025. CORRESPONDENCE SENT TO ALL WDC COUNCILLORS, BOTH WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE MSPS AND MP FOR WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE


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Police Scotland: From bogus callers to rogue traders, doorstep criminals...
24th April 2025

Police Scotland: From bogus callers to rogue traders, doorstep criminals...

From bogus callers to rogue traders, doorstep criminals are cunning, creative, and convincing.


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Improving Lives: Supports Available for Disabled Adults
22nd April 2025

Improving Lives: Supports Available for Disabled Adults

There are various supports available for disabled adults and those who care for them.


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Request for Donations of Raffle and Tombola Prizes for Our Food for Thought Fundraiser
16th April 2025

Request for Donations of Raffle and Tombola Prizes for Our Food for Thought Fundraiser

We are excited to announce our upcoming Coffee Morning Fundraiser for the Food for Thought Food Bank & Charity Shop


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Spring Clean Alexandria: 13th - 27th of March
25th February 2025

Spring Clean Alexandria: 13th - 27th of March

CATRA is asking everyone to join their "Spring Clean Alexandria," which will run from March 13th to March 27th.


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First Bus Response About The Scheduled Changes To Bus Service Number 1 Proposed For March 2025
12th February 2025

First Bus Response About The Scheduled Changes To Bus Service Number 1 Proposed For March 2025

I can confirm that the changes we’re making to our network across the Vale of Leven are designed to improve the reliability of services for our customers and the communities we serve across West Dunbartonshire.


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Experiencing unwanted calls from marketers and calls from outwith the UK?
12th February 2025

Experiencing unwanted calls from marketers and calls from outwith the UK?

Experiencing unwanted calls from marketers and calls from outwith the UK? Our trading standards team have a number of free call blocking devices available to eligible residents.


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Alexandria CC Letter To Lloyds Banking Group
31st January 2025

Alexandria CC Letter To Lloyds Banking Group

Alexandria CC Letter Sent To Lloyds Banking Group In Relation To The Scheduled Closure Of Bank Of Scotland Alexandria Branch On March 2026


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FIRST GLASGOW - TIMETABLE CHANGES FROM 2ND MARCH 2025
31st January 2025

FIRST GLASGOW - TIMETABLE CHANGES FROM 2ND MARCH 2025

It's official. You will no longer be able to get a bus to Glasgow directly from Alexandria from the above date.


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Vale of Leven Academy careers event
31st January 2025

Vale of Leven Academy careers event

Vale of Leven Academy held another successful careers event last week with more than 600 students, parents and carers attending.


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ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE – JANUARY 2025
15th January 2025

ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE – JANUARY 2025

ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE – JANUARY 2025. It is now over 2 years since our re-establishment as a Community Council which covers the town area of Alexandria.


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New Allotment Site Opened at Dillichip Loan
12th December 2024

New Allotment Site Opened at Dillichip Loan

More residents are being given the chance to tend to their own garden space after a new allotment site opened.


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Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association Chairperson November 2024 Update
4th December 2024

Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association Chairperson November 2024 Update

CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – NOVEMBER 2024*** As usual, it’s been a very busy month.


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Dumbarton District Woman's Aid at Vale of Leven Academy
28th November 2024

Dumbarton District Woman's Aid at Vale of Leven Academy

Lovely to have Dumbarton District Woman's Aid in during lunchtimes yesterday to speak to our pupils. Their stall was very busy indeed. Our visitors commented on how friendly and well mannered our young people were.


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ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 11.12.24
27th November 2024

ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 11.12.24

ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 11.12.24: Welcome, Apologies, Previous AGM Minutes


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Help Us Bring Joy This Christmas by Donating New Toys
12th November 2024

Help Us Bring Joy This Christmas by Donating New Toys

As the holiday season approaches, we at Food for Thought Foodbank are reaching out to you for support in making this Christmas special for the children in our community.


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West Dunbartonshire Council Armistice Day
11th November 2024

West Dunbartonshire Council Armistice Day

Armistice Day, also known as Remembrance Day, marks the day World War One ended, at 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month, in 1918.


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1st VALE of LEVEN BOYS Brigade and GIRLS Association Remembrance Day
11th November 2024

1st VALE of LEVEN BOYS Brigade and GIRLS Association Remembrance Day

All sections of the Company, including the Colour Parties, joined other youth groups and school groups as part of the Vale of Leven Remembrance Association parade and service at Christie Park Cenotaph in Alexandria.


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Christie Park Cenotaph on Remembrance Day
11th November 2024

Christie Park Cenotaph on Remembrance Day

roud pupils from Christie Park Primary School visited the Christie Park Cenotaph to plant their handmade poppies in respect of this year’s Remembrance Day.


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Levenvale Primary School will get new IT equipment.Kind donation Pavers Foundation
28th October 2024

Levenvale Primary School will get new IT equipment.Kind donation Pavers Foundation

Children at Levenvale Primary School in Alexandria will get new IT equipment, thanks to a kind donation from family footwear business, Pavers Foundation.


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Vale of Leven Trust: Our Boozy Brunch
17th October 2024

Vale of Leven Trust: Our Boozy Brunch

We hope you have all recovered from the weekend! Our Boozy Brunch was a huge success and we could not have done it without the support from our AMAZING community!


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Vale of Leven Academy (VOLA) organised an Active Girls
16th October 2024

Vale of Leven Academy (VOLA) organised an Active Girls

Vale of Leven Academy (VOLA) organised an Active Girls Week which supported by the PE Department and members of the school’s Pupil Sports Council.


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60th Anniversary of Christie Park Primary School
11th October 2024

60th Anniversary of Christie Park Primary School

A special concert was held to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Christie Park Primary School in Alexandria. Proud pupils took to the stage and wowed the audience by singing and dancing to uplifting songs from the last six decades.


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ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 2nd October 2024
25th September 2024

ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 2nd October 2024

ALEXANDRIA COMMUNITY COUNCIL - WEDNESDAY 2ND OCTOBER 2024 -AGENDA: 1. Welcome 2. Apologies


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Adult Crafting Sessions Back by Popular Demand at Alexandria Library.
30th August 2024

Adult Crafting Sessions Back by Popular Demand at Alexandria Library.

Join us at Clydebank or Alexandria libraries to get your creative juices flowing with some beautiful yet simple crafts.


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Councillor Karen Murray Conaghan has been elected as West Dunbartonshire’s new Provost.
29th August 2024

Councillor Karen Murray Conaghan has been elected as West Dunbartonshire’s new Provost.

Councillor Karen Murray Conaghan has been elected as West Dunbartonshire’s new Provost.


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WDC and mental health organisation Togetherall
29th August 2024

WDC and mental health organisation Togetherall

A partnership between the Council and mental health organisation Togetherall has been extended so all residents aged 16 and over can access support.


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ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 24th August 2024
7th August 2024

ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 24th August 2024

ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 14.8.24: 1. Welcome 2. Apologies 3. Previous Minutes – 26th June 2024 etc


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ALEXANDRIA CC NOTICE BOARD
16th July 2024

ALEXANDRIA CC NOTICE BOARD

Alexandria Community Council would like to give thanks to everyone who has helped our community group become the information hub that we intended.


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WDC Residents Annual Royal Garden Party 2024
15th July 2024

WDC Residents Annual Royal Garden Party 2024

A group of West Dunbartonshire residents had tea with the King at the annual Royal Garden Party.


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WDTRO CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – SUMMER 2024
9th July 2024

WDTRO CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – SUMMER 2024

I’m writing this in place of our chairperson Frances McGonagle again as she continues to recuperate, and we wish her a speedy recovery.


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Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association Chairperson June 2024 Update
4th July 2024

Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association Chairperson June 2024 Update

The year has passed the half-way point as Tullichewan TRA remain active in the community.


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West Dunbartonshire Summer Shine 2024
25th June 2024

West Dunbartonshire Summer Shine 2024

This summer the mainstream SUMMER SHINE 24 programme is supported by 29 local not-for-profit community groups and organisations, delivering a wide range of inclusive activities across the authority.


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Levenvale Primary School Charity Afternoon
21st June 2024

Levenvale Primary School Charity Afternoon

Kind-hearted children at Levenvale Primary School held a Charity Afternoon and raised more than £1,000 for 13 charities.


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Fit For Girls Workshop
19th June 2024

Fit For Girls Workshop

Massive thank you to Sportscotland and the FFGs tutors who delivered a brilliant workshop to the WD Fit For Girls ambassadors 24/25 from Dumbarton Academy, Vale of Leven Academy, Clydebank HS and SPTA HS.


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ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 26th June 2024
18th June 2024

ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 26th June 2024

ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 26.6.24: Welcome, Apologies, Previous Minutes – 15th May 2024 etc


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Awards Ceremony at the Vale of Leven Academy
17th June 2024

Awards Ceremony at the Vale of Leven Academy

More than 400 pupils were recognised in the annual Awards Ceremony at the Vale of Leven Academy. Pupils were recognised for a range of curricular and extra-curricular successes with awards for effort and perseverance in class and award given for bronze, silver and gold awards given for attendance.


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ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 15.5.24
6th May 2024

ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 15.5.24

ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 15.5.24: Welcome, Apologies, Previous Minutes – 3rd April 2024 etc


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The new Alexandria Community Market was held on Saturday 4th May 2024
5th May 2024

The new Alexandria Community Market was held on Saturday 4th May 2024

The new Alexandria Community Market was held on Saturday 4th May 2024, and it was complete with 19 unique stalls


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Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association: CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – APRIL 2024
4th May 2024

Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association: CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – APRIL 2024

And it’s gone. The month of April was a busy one for Tullichewan TRA in the sun, rain and everything in between. Tough times continue for many in the community and West Dunbartonshire Council has declared a “housing emergency”. The “Cost of Living Crisis” bites more and more.


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New photo of the Smollet Fountain, Alexandria
20th April 2024

New photo of the Smollet Fountain, Alexandria

View the new photo of the Smollet Fountain, Alexandria. Work has been carried out by GWL-Electrical


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Lamp Posts at Smollett Foundation
19th April 2024

Lamp Posts at Smollett Foundation

The old lamp posts will not be returning to the fountain after improvement works due to road safety reasons as confirmed by WDC Regeneration


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COMMUNITY GRANT APPLICATION SUCCESS: NEW NOTICE BOARDS
5th April 2024

COMMUNITY GRANT APPLICATION SUCCESS: NEW NOTICE BOARDS

Alexandria CC have been successful in our bid through public vote for our application for £4,500 to install new notice boards in the town centre.


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NEW GARDEN WASTE CHARGES - LETTER TO COUNCILLOR MARTIN ROONEY, LEADER OF WDC COUNCIL AND REPLY FROM DAVID MCBRIDE
4th April 2024

NEW GARDEN WASTE CHARGES - LETTER TO COUNCILLOR MARTIN ROONEY, LEADER OF WDC COUNCIL AND REPLY FROM DAVID MCBRIDE

Yesterday evening was Alexandria CC’s first meeting since West Dunbartonshire Council announced its budget for year 2024/25 on Wednesday 6th March 2024.


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1st VALE of LEVEN BOYS Brigade and GIRLS Association
3rd April 2024

1st VALE of LEVEN BOYS Brigade and GIRLS Association

Hello Everyone, We would like to thank you all for voting. Your votes helped us secure £5000 from the West Dunbartonshire Council Place Based Improvement Programme Community Grant Scheme.


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** ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 3.4.24 **
27th March 2024

** ALEXANDRIA CC AGENDA 3.4.24 **

AGENDA 3.4.24
1. Welcome
2. Apologies
3. Previous Minutes – 28th February 2024
4. Correspondence
5. Finance
6. WDC Budget 2024/25
7. Garden Waste/Brown Bins Charges ...


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Visit at Alexandria library from gardening and food writer Helen Cross.
26th March 2024

Visit at Alexandria library from gardening and food writer Helen Cross.

As part of The Scottish Library & Information Council’s Climate Engagement Funded #ShelfLife campaign, we had an inspiring visit at Alexandria library from gardening and food writer Helen Cross.


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Vale of Leven Academy S5 and S6 students visit Aggreko
25th March 2024

Vale of Leven Academy S5 and S6 students visit Aggreko

S5 and S6 students enjoyed a site visit with Senior Phase Officer Elaine Roberts to Aggreko.


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Pupils and families at Christie Park Primary
22nd March 2024

Pupils and families at Christie Park Primary

Pupils and families at Christie Park Primary have taken part in a sponsored slosh for school funds raising hundreds of pounds in the process.


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** VALE OF LEVEN HOSPITAL UPDATE – NHS GREATER GLASGOW & CLYDE ** (From VALE NEWS)
4th March 2024

** VALE OF LEVEN HOSPITAL UPDATE – NHS GREATER GLASGOW & CLYDE ** (From VALE NEWS)

After recent media reports we’d like to reassure the local community that a few temporary changes to services at the Vale of Leven Community Maternity Unit have been made, the majority are unaffected.


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** ALEXANDRIA COMMUNITY COUNCIL LETTER OF RESPONSE AND CONCERN RELATING TO WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL BUDGET 2024/25 **
1st March 2024

** ALEXANDRIA COMMUNITY COUNCIL LETTER OF RESPONSE AND CONCERN RELATING TO WEST DUNBARTONSHIRE COUNCIL BUDGET 2024/25 **

Alexandria Community Council discussed the budget savings proposal at our meeting on Wednesday 28th February 2024. This follows recent correspondence from WDC to all Community Groups highlighting two possible options – the removal of the Care of Garden scheme and the Elderly Welfare Grant.


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***CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2024***
29th March 2024

***CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2024***

***CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2024*** February was a busy month for the TRA, a lot of meetings, discussions, proposals and planning.


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** WDC SMOLLETT FOUNTAIN UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2024 **
17th February 2024

** WDC SMOLLETT FOUNTAIN UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2024 **

It’s been a while since the last update, which is not untypical of projects involving traditional skills and materials: the nature of this kind of work means that there are long periods of apparent inactivity while contractors wait on materials such as sandstone and iron.


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Vale of Leven Football & Athletic Club: Disabled Toilets
10th February 2024

Vale of Leven Football & Athletic Club: Disabled Toilets

Can we ask all of our followers and supporters to vote for us regarding disabled toilets built at our ground.


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***ALEXANDRIA CC GRANT FUNDING APPLICATION - NOTICE BOARDS**
9th February 2024

***ALEXANDRIA CC GRANT FUNDING APPLICATION - NOTICE BOARDS**

Alexandria Community Council is seeking to use the Community Grant to commission two community notice boards to be erected in areas with regular footfall in Alexandria town centre


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Online Survey About Scottish Rainforest
1st February 2024

Online Survey About Scottish Rainforest

As part of my honours project, I’m investigating how our understanding and perception of the Scottish rainforest impacts the conservation of this special habitat.


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NHSGGC urges people not to visit hospitals if they have the following symptoms
23rd January 2024

NHSGGC urges people not to visit hospitals if they have the following symptoms

NHSGGC urges people not to visit hospitals if they have symptoms of vomiting or diarrhoea.


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** SMOLLETT FOUNTAIN WORKS – 22nd January 2024 **
22nd January 2024

** SMOLLETT FOUNTAIN WORKS – 22nd January 2024 **

Alexandria CC have contacted West Dunbartonshire Council who have forwarded to the contractors to give a formal progress update and date of completion.


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Vale of Leven Community Sports Hub
19th January 2024

Vale of Leven Community Sports Hub

We are a new organisation that currently consists of Vale of Leven Football Club, Loch Lomond Rugby Club, Vale of Leven Cricket Club and The Milburn Trust.


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CALLING ALL LOCAL TRADERS
17th January 2024

CALLING ALL LOCAL TRADERS

This year Vale of Leven Trust is working in partnership with Alexandria Traders to develop a NEW, revamped Alexandria market. It will be a fresh start for all.


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Vale of Leven Academy Recognition Awards to Staff Members
8th January 2024

Vale of Leven Academy Recognition Awards to Staff Members

Mr Boyle gave a set of Recognition Awards to staff members who he wanted to thank for their commitment to the work of VOLA.


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Fusion Fitness - Alexandria
7th January 2024

Fusion Fitness - Alexandria

MORNING DANCE FITNESS CLASSES: At Fusion Fitness Studio we provide a range of classes for adults of all ages and fitness levels with the emphasis on making fitness FUN!


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** ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE – January 2024 **
4th January 2024

** ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE – January 2024 **

NEW YEAR, NEW CHALLENGES, ONE DIRECTION. 2024 is here and Alexandria CC are slowly returning to business after the Festive Period. We look forward to once again work tirelessly to get the community to have their say in local area issues and developments.


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Leven Dance Academy for 2024
3rd January 2024

Leven Dance Academy for 2024

Looking for a new activity for your child to start in the new year? After several enquiries this week, I’m pleased to say that we are now open for new student registrations for 2024!


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Central Alexandria Tenants & Residents Association (CATRA) provide some Christmas trees around Alexandria
14th December 2023

Central Alexandria Tenants & Residents Association (CATRA) provide some Christmas trees around Alexandria

Special acknowledgement and thanks to Central Alexandria Tenants & Residents Association (CATRA) for their hard work to provide some Christmas trees around the town


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Primary 1 Enrolment 2024
13th December 2023

Primary 1 Enrolment 2024

If your child is living in the West Dunbartonshire area, and will be 5 years of age between 1 March 2024 and 29 February 2025


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Christie Park Primary visit to BBC Scotland
12th December 2023

Christie Park Primary visit to BBC Scotland

Pupils from Christie Park Primary visited the BBC in Glasgow to meet staff and see behind the scenes in the television studio.


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West Dunbartonshire Community Foodshare and Christie Park Primary
9th December 2023

West Dunbartonshire Community Foodshare and Christie Park Primary

Kind-hearted P4 pupils at Christie Park Primary School collected a range of toys to support West Dunbartonshire Community Share Christmas Toy Appeal.


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** ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE – NOVEMBER 2023 **
23rd November 2023

** ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE – NOVEMBER 2023 **

We are now into our second year following our Annual General Meeting on 15th November 2023. We are now focusing on the present and future.


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** CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN ALEXANDRIA TOWN CENTRE **
17th November 2023

** CHRISTMAS LIGHTS IN ALEXANDRIA TOWN CENTRE **

Following some concern in the community, Alexandria CC contacted West Dunbartonshire Council Leader Martin Rooney to clarify position on Christmas Lights in Alexandria


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Vale of Leven Academy Represented at Remembrance Day Service on Sunday 12th November
14th November 2023

Vale of Leven Academy Represented at Remembrance Day Service on Sunday 12th November

Some members of the Senior Pupil Leadership Team represented the school at the Remembrance Day Service on Sunday 12th November at the cenotaph in Christie Park.


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Mentor Scotland: Men's Mental Heath Group, Alexandria
10th November 2023

Mentor Scotland: Men's Mental Heath Group, Alexandria

Mentor Scotland: Men's Mental Heath Group, Alexandria (Mens Talking Group) Mentor Scotland In Alexandria: Mens Talking Group


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** SMOLLET FOUNTAIN WORKS UPDATE – OCTOBER 2023 **
20th October 2023

** SMOLLET FOUNTAIN WORKS UPDATE – OCTOBER 2023 **

Since the stonework was steam-cleaned at end August 2023, there has been a detailed examination of the stone gargoyles by a specialist stonemason


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Bus services across Strathclyde are in crisis.
19th October 2023

Bus services across Strathclyde are in crisis.

Private bus companies receive millions in public subsidies every year, yet they continue to cut our vital services and hike up fares.


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Vale of Leven Academy held its Senior Celebration of Success Ceremony
18th October 2023

Vale of Leven Academy held its Senior Celebration of Success Ceremony

Vale of Leven Academy held its Senior Celebration of Success Ceremony on Friday 13th October. All S5 and S6 students attended and awards were presented by recently retired Jacqui Black


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**PARKING IN ALEXANDRIA TOWN CENTRE**
12th October 2023

**PARKING IN ALEXANDRIA TOWN CENTRE**

**PARKING IN ALEXANDRIA TOWN CENTRE**


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** ALEXANDRIA CC MEETING - 4TH OCTOBER 2023 **
28th September 2023

** ALEXANDRIA CC MEETING - 4TH OCTOBER 2023 **

**ALEXANDRIA CC MEETING - 4TH OCTOBER 2023 SCHEDULE **


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A message from Food For Thought in West Dunbartonshire
22nd September 2023

A message from Food For Thought in West Dunbartonshire

Message from Food for Thought: Members of the Community, We NEED your help. We are reaching out to you today as our Family stock shelves are practically empty.


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** Vale of Leven Academy Coffee Morning for Macmillan Cancer Care **
20th September 2023

** Vale of Leven Academy Coffee Morning for Macmillan Cancer Care **

The Charities’ Committee, will be hosting a coffee morning on Friday 29th September, 2023 at morning break to fundraise for Macmillan Cancer Care.


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** ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE **
19th September 2023

** ALEXANDRIA CC UPDATE **

On behalf of Alexandria Community Council, I would like to thank everyone who has supported us as we slowly progress towards a year in operation since re-foundation.


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** Connor's Ben Lomond Climb **
17th September 2023

** Connor's Ben Lomond Climb **

Connor decided himself he wants to try and raise some money for The British Heart Foundation in hounor of his Dad who passed away last year.


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** ALEXANDRIA COMMUNITY WEBSITE: SPECIALIST SKILLED LOCAL TRADERS FREE LISTING **
9th September 2023

** ALEXANDRIA COMMUNITY WEBSITE: SPECIALIST SKILLED LOCAL TRADERS FREE LISTING **

Alexandria Community Website wants to promote Alexandria Specialist Skilled Traders on our new website within a listing page. Your business must be within 7 miles of Alexandria and regularly work within Alexandria.


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***ALEXANDRIA CREDIT UNION***
8th September 2023

***ALEXANDRIA CREDIT UNION***

Members notice! We are open as usual. You may have noticed we are having some exciting renovation done in the inside of the Credit Union to modernise the offices and decorate the premises


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***Alexandria Community Council: Vale of Leven FC Spare Land***
7th September 2023

***Alexandria Community Council: Vale of Leven FC Spare Land***

Vale of Leven FC have some land which they are hoping can be transformed into a community garden and be a space accessible to all. It’s a piece of land between the north end of...


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** WDC THIRD WEEKLY REFUSE BIN COLLECTION **
7th September 2023

** WDC THIRD WEEKLY REFUSE BIN COLLECTION **

WDC third weekly refuse bin connection: Alexandria CC enquiry responded by Councillor David McBride, Convener of WDC Infrastructure, Regeneration and Economic Development (IRED). Councillor McBride's responses are in brackets.


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***Alexandria Farmers Market***
6th September 2023

***Alexandria Farmers Market***

Unfortunately due to the low number of applications from stallholders, we have sadly been left with no choice but to cancel this weekend's Alexandria Market


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***ALEXANDRIA COMMUNITY CENTRE***
5th September 2023

***ALEXANDRIA COMMUNITY CENTRE***

At our last meeting residents raised concerns about the future of this centre due to some recent changes in the building.


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Storytimes return next week: Tuesday 5th September
30th August 2023

Storytimes return next week: Tuesday 5th September

Storytime sessions are a fun, interactive, totally free way for families with children aged 3 to 7 years.


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**AN UPDATE ON MITCHELL WAY & SMOLLETT FOUNTAIN**
29th August 2023

**AN UPDATE ON MITCHELL WAY & SMOLLETT FOUNTAIN**

No Monday morning blues this week. Good news, team from Central Demolition Ltd currently in Mitchell Way


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***AGE CONCERN ALEXANDRIA***
28th August 2023

***AGE CONCERN ALEXANDRIA***

Age Concern Meets every 4th Wednesday of the month at Leisure Centre Alexandria between 1 pm and 3 pm.


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Alexandria Community Council Update for July 2023
27th July 2023

Alexandria Community Council Update for July 2023

July has been a bit of a washout weatherwise but Alexandria CC are pleased with some of the progress made in the town


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LILY'S IS AT LILY'S.
19th July 2023

LILY'S IS AT LILY'S.

It is with a heavy heart that I announce the closure of Lily’s Florist.


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Alexandria Community Council Update: Fountain Restoration Works 10th July 2023
10th July 2023

Alexandria Community Council Update: Fountain Restoration Works 10th July 2023

FOUNTAIN RESTORATION WORKS: Following enquiries on the length of the works (21 weeks), which is scheduled to start on Monday 17th July


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Vale of Leven Hospital: Glorious Garden is a Great Getaway
5th July 2023

Vale of Leven Hospital: Glorious Garden is a Great Getaway

The Well-being garden at the Vale is in full bloom just now, offering a wonderfully calming environment for patients, visitors and staff to use.


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Alexandria Community Council Update: 4th July 2023
4th July 2023

Alexandria Community Council Update: 4th July 2023

Following Alexandria CC's correspondence, WDC Planning Development have formally confirmed that LIDL's application for "Erection of Class 1 foodstore...


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Vale of Leven AFC Pre-season Friendly Home Fixtures for July 2023
1st July 2023

Vale of Leven AFC Pre-season Friendly Home Fixtures for July 2023

Vale of Leven AFC have several pre-season friendly home fixtures throughout July 2023


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Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association: CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – JUNE 2023
28th June 2023

Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association: CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – JUNE 2023

Tullichewan Tenants & Residents Association: CHAIRPERSON UPDATE – JUNE 2023


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Vale of Leven Football & Athletic Club, who celebrated their 150th Anniversary as a Football Club presented a silver salver
27th June 2023

Vale of Leven Football & Athletic Club, who celebrated their 150th Anniversary as a Football Club presented a silver salver

Vale of Leven Football & Athletic Club, who celebrated their 150th Anniversary as a Football Club presented a silver salver


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Alexandria '1st' Farmers Market Saturday 24th June, 2023
24th June 2023

Alexandria '1st' Farmers Market Saturday 24th June, 2023

Alexandria '1st' Farmers Market Saturday 24th June, 2023


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Alexandria Council Council Meeting held on Wednesday, 31st May 2023
14th June 2023

Alexandria Council Council Meeting held on Wednesday, 31st May 2023

Read the latest minutes from Alexandria Council Council meeting held on Wednesday, 31st May 2023


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Vale of Leven Academy: 'Mentors in Violence Prevention' training.
14th June 2023

Vale of Leven Academy: 'Mentors in Violence Prevention' training.

Vale of Leven Academy: 'Mentors in Violence Prevention' training.


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Alexandria Community Council Update: 13th June 2023
13th June 2023

Alexandria Community Council Update: 13th June 2023

Following local media announcing that the LIDL application plans is to be decided upon at the WDC Planning Committee on Wednesday 14th June


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Vale of Leven AFC looking for players
13th June 2023

Vale of Leven AFC looking for players

Vale of Leven AFC are looking to add 3/4 players to the squad for this season.


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Alexandria Market 24th June 2023: Stall Holders Required
13th June 2023

Alexandria Market 24th June 2023: Stall Holders Required

Alexandria Market 24th June 2023: Stall Holders Required. Stallholders will be provided with an 8 foot by 8 foot covered market stall


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Alexandria Community Council Update: 10th June 2023
10th June 2023

Alexandria Community Council Update: 10th June 2023

Alexandria CC would like to express our appreciation to West Dunbartonshire Council for their support from the Communities Team and from some of the local Councillors who keep us updated as much as possible.


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Food For Thought in West Dunbartonshire
7th June 2023

Food For Thought in West Dunbartonshire

Food For Thought is looking for food items to put in our family bags for clients with Children. They run a food bank at CATRA every Tuesday between 11 am and 12 pm.


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International Nurses Day at The Vale Hospital 2023
4th June 2023

International Nurses Day at The Vale Hospital 2023

The Vale of Leven Hospital, as with all services in NHSGGC, marked International Nurses Day recently on 12th May 2023.


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Looking For Vale Volunteers
2nd June 2023

Looking For Vale Volunteers

Do you have some free time and are interested in local heritage around the Vale?


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Alexandria Community Council Update: 1st June 2023
1st June 2023

Alexandria Community Council Update: 1st June 2023

We're fast approaching the halfway point of 2023, and we continue to work hard on making the voice of the residents of Alexandria heard at West Dunbartonshire level.


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Vale Oncology Unit | Emmie Smillie Charity Foundation’s lunch
1st May 2023

Vale Oncology Unit | Emmie Smillie Charity Foundation’s lunch

Sir Alex Ferguson proved to be real champion helping to hand over a £50,000 cheque to the Vale of Leven Oncology Unit on behalf of a Glasgow-based charity.


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Mitchell Way Demolition Works
28th April 2023

Mitchell Way Demolition Works

Letter from Councillor Martin Rooney, Leader of West Dunbartonshire Council in response to our letter of concern with Mitchell Way Demolition Works (April 2023)


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Work to commence on Smollet Fountain project
15th March 2022

Work to commence on Smollet Fountain project

Download PDF The first phase of the Smollet Fountain project is expected to commence in May 2022. This will involve adjusting the road layout, widening footways and managing traffic flow to...


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Draft Town Centre Masterplan published!
3rd September 2021

Draft Town Centre Masterplan published!

The Town Centre Masterplan has now been prepared and will be considered by the Council's Infrastructure, Regeneration & Economic Development Committee on 15 September 2021. You can see the...


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New consultation now live!
12th May 2021

New consultation now live!

After enforced delays due to COVID, the next phase of consultation on the town centre masterplan and a long term vision for the whole town is now live! Please go to alexandria.town to find out more...


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Main Street Canopy Enhancements
3rd May 2020

Main Street Canopy Enhancements

West Dunbartonshire Council is exploring ways to enhance the street scape and improve the lighting along the Main Street. The part of Main Street that we're currently proposing to improve starts a...


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Early ideas for the Masterplan
6th February 2020

Early ideas for the Masterplan

We've had loads of input already to the Masterplan, through one-to-one chats with groups and individuals, on-street with passers-by and during workshops in the schools. These chats are generating ...


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The Balloon Bar Loch Lomond
Vale of Leven Credit Union
Wilkie & Rider
The Witches Hut
Strathleven Financial Services Limited
Tip Top Barber Shop