10+ hour, 50+ min ago   (1508+ words) With summer now giving way to autumn, we will need to wait until July next year before we get another chance to catch them. Being the eternal optimist, I had also hoped to share a 'best of' montage of images…...

11+ hour, 53+ min ago   (90+ words) A KILMACOLM schoolgirl has earned a place in the National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland. Penelope B, an S1 pupil at St Columba's School, secured her place after successfully auditioning for the national ensemble. The achievement will give the young piper…...

3+ day, 3+ hour ago   (272+ words) A fire on Thursday in Bukavu, eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, killed at least 24 students, the rebel administration that controls the city said. The spokesperson for the M23 rebel group, Lawrence Kanyuka, said 19 girls and five boys were killed – adding that…...

3+ day, 6+ hour ago   (353+ words) The 28-year-old set out to capture the buildings as part of a personal project to grow his confidence, but opted to print books after hearing tales of the Kelburn Terrace community. While working on the project, Owen was touched to…...

4+ day, 7+ hour ago   (235+ words) PEOPLE in Inverclyde are being invited to help make legal decisions affecting children and young people. Children’s Hearings Scotland is seeking volunteers to become panel members at children’s hearings across the area. Applications close at midnight on September 23. Panel members…...

4+ day, 8+ hour ago   (133+ words) YOUNG people in Inverclyde are being invited to champion volunteering and gain skills through a Saltire programme. CVS Inverclyde is seeking applicants aged 13 to 18 to become Saltire Awards Champions. The scheme aims to inspire more young people to volunteer and…...

4+ day, 9+ hour ago   (126+ words) A YOUTH project has been shortlisted for a Tesco grant and is calling on the public to help secure vital funding. Inverclyde Youth Work Services’ Scran Zone is in the running for a Tesco Fruit & Veg Grant, with voting now…...

4+ day, 7+ hour ago   (213+ words) KILMACOLM Scouts is seeking volunteers as interest grows among its 100 young members. Founded in 1921, the group provides activities and adventures for children aged six to 14. Beavers and Cubs meet on Tuesdays, while Scouts meet on Wednesdays at Kilmacolm Scout Hall....

4+ day, 10+ hour ago   (426+ words) A GREENOCK community group that helps people of all ages held a party to celebrate the members who bring it to life. The Lyle Gateway, based in Lyle Kirk church, has facilitated a wide range of support for people living…...

5+ day, 10+ hour ago   (115+ words) greenocktelegraph.co.uk Modern apprenticeship applications open in Inverclyde MODERN apprenticeship opportunities in business administration, early years education and childcare, horticulture, school craft technician and life sciences are now open with Inverclyde Council. All five posts are full-time temporary positions…...