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04/04/2024

03/04/2024

What’s your thoughts on this? 77 weeks of mayhem on the roads through Arbroath.

Today (3 April) Council Leader Cllr Beth Whiteside met with representatives of Sustrans and Balfour Beatty as construction got under way on a new accessible walking, wheeling and cycling route through Angus.

Arbroath A Place for Everyone, will be a once-in-a-lifetime, transformational project for Arbroath and a catalyst for the development of further projects to support the regeneration of the town.

The project will connect destinations throughout Arbroath and will improve accessibility in the town by restoring those areas and facilities disconnected by the current dual carriageway, creating a seafront people will increasingly want to visit and use.

The project also aims help to improve the local economy through increased footfall to shopping areas and attractions for locals and visitors.

Financial support for this bold and transformational project in Arbroath was awarded in 2019 through Sustrans’ Places for Everyone programme, an active travel infrastructure fund backed by Transport Scotland. The Arbroath project is amongst the most ambitious projects being funded by the Places for Everyone programme, with Arbroath the first of Scotland’s towns to receive the highest level of funding available through the scheme.

Cllr Whiteside was joined by Active Travel Spokesperson Cllr Serena Cowdy, Portfolio Director for Sustrans Carole Patrick, Grant Manager for Places For Everyone for Sustrans Craig Cameron, Contracts Manager for Balfour Beatty Keith McDonald and Project Manager for Balfour Beatty Tom Truesdale.

Cllr Cowdy said, “Today’s milestone marks several years of consultation, planning and effort to create and see come to fruition, an ambitious project that will make Arbroath a more desirable place to live in, work in and to visit.

“Improving our towns and communities, making them a greener and more accessible place to live and encouraging a low carbon lifestyle is a vital part of the longer-term future for the whole of Angus.”

Carole Patrick, Portfolio Director for Sustrans said, “We’re overjoyed to see construction starting on this fantastic project.

“By delivering new cycle lanes, tree and wildflower planting, as well as paved seating areas in the town, people living and working in Arbroath will be able to walk, wheel and cycle safely, whilst also enjoying a more relaxed and attractive environment.”

A priority is for the new development to be accessible to all and to improve connectivity by creating safe and attractive pedestrian and cycle routes linking key destinations such as the bus and train stations with the town centre.

Keep up to date with the project by visiting - www.angus.gov.uk/apfe which also has information such as construction designs, consultation report and planned traffic management.

Construction is scheduled for completion in early Autumn 2025.

23/02/2024

Actor John Savident, famed for his role as butcher Fred Elliott in Coronation Street, has died aged 86.

His agent said in a statement: "We are sad to announce the death of the actor John Savident who died on Wednesday 21st February.

"He was a much loved husband and father of two and will be sorely missed by all who knew him."

13/02/2024

Legendary BBC Radio Presenter Steve Wright has passed away at the age of 69.

His death was confirmed by his family in a statement shared Tuesday (13 February): “It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright.

12/02/2024

The Brechin Bridge is now open today (12 February from around 4pm).

Despite significant damage and challenging conditions, the work has been completed slightly ahead of schedule and is now open on all routes.

24/12/2023

If your looking for something to listen to while your getting ready for Christmas then have a listen to this Christmas Eve show from a couple of years ago with the Legendary Ally Bally.

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas when it comes.

Listen to Ally Bally Christmas Eve 2021 by Westway_Radio

18/11/2023

Police in Angus are continuing to seek the public’s assistance in tracing Kevin Raitt who has been reported missing from the Forfar area.

Kevin, 50, was last seen at 6.50am on Friday, 17 November, 2023, in Helen Street, Forfar, and is believed to be driving a white BMW X1 with registration plate KR14 TTT.
He is believed to have travelled south and east to the Scottish Borders.

Kevin is described as 5ft 8”, of stocky build, with a shaved head, and was last seen wearing a bright blue jacket, blue jeans and carrying a small rucksack.

Sergeant Iain Lesslie of Forfar Police Office said: “We are becoming increasingly concerned for his welfare.

“We believe Kevin may have travelled south and east and would appeal to anyone who thinks they may have seen his white BMW X1 to please come forward.

“We would also urge Kevin to please get in touch with someone to confirm he is safe.

“Anyone with information on Kevin’s whereabouts is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 2716 of Friday, 17 November, 2023.”

Read more - https://www.scotland.police.uk/what-s-happening/news/2023/november/appeal-to-trace-missing-man-kevin-raitt/

24/05/2023

Musician and 'Queen of Rock'n Roll' Tina Turner has died at the age of 83.

28/02/2023

A man has died following an explosion and fire at a recycling centre in Perth.

The incident happened around 00.45am at the Shore recycling centre on Friarton Road in the town.

Emergency services attended and the body of a 46-year-old man was found. Formal identification has yet to take place but his next of kin are aware.

One man, aged 41, was taken to Ninewells Hospital with serious injuries where his condition is described as stable.

The M90 is closed at Friarton bridge. Traffic is being diverted and road users are advised to avoid the area.

Chief Inspector Tom Leonard, area commander for Perth and Kinross, said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who has died at what is a very difficult time for them.

“Our enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances of what has happened and officers are conducting a joint investigation with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.

“I would like to thank members of the public, particularly road users, for their patience while our colleagues in the Scottish Fire and Rescue service work to put out the fire.

“Officers are continuing to liaise with other emergency services and partners while enquiries are carried out.”

25/02/2023

Police are appealing for information to help trace 13-year-old Finn Riach from the Arbroath area.

He was reported missing at 8am on Friday, 24 February, 2023.

Finn was seen in Dundee city centre at around 11.30am today (Saturday, 25 February, 2023).

Anyone who has any information as to his whereabouts is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting 2515 of Friday, 24 February, 2023.

24/03/2022

On tonight's album show...
Your featured album is David Bowie's "Aladdin Sane". All the way back to 1973, were you around then?
The arithmetical progression that is the journey along Now that's what I call music reaches Now 41. That's three big songs from 1998, including U2 and Sheryl Crow.
Alice Cooper's album "Billion dollar babies" was number one this week in 1973. You'll hear something from that later.
You'll also have a couple of tracks from Van Morrison's 1990 "Best of..." album.
All this and more between now and ten.
It's a brilliantly random selection of album tracks from all the decades you love.
The album show with Ward on Westway.

17/03/2022

On tonight's album show...
Your featured album is Elton John's 1973 classic "Goodbye yellow brick road".
The arithmetical progression that is the journey along Now that's what I call music reaches Now 40. That means three big songs from 1998 including All Saints and Karen Ramirez.
The Corrs' album "Talk on corners" was at the top of the charts this week in 1999, so something from that later.
You're also in for a couple from Stevie Wonder's 2002 Definitive Collection.
All this and more. It's a brilliantly random selection of album tracks from all the decades you love.
The album show with Ward on Westway tonight until ten.

10/03/2022

On tonight's album show...
The arithmetical progression that is the journey along Now that's what I call music reaches Now 39. That means three big songs from 1998 including Shania Twainvand Natalie Imbruglia.
The Kaiser Chiefs had the number one album this week in 2007 with "Yours truly, angry mob".
Something from that later.
There's music from Steely Dan's 1978 best of album in the final hour.
It a brilliantly random selection of album tracks from all the decades you love.
The album show with Ward till ten tonight on Westway.

08/03/2022

International Womens Day 2022 music on the way from Annie Lennox, Amy McDonald, KT Tunstall, Horse McDonald, Eve Graham, Sharleen Spiteri, Lorraine McIntosh, and Lulu all great Scottish Women.
Ally Bally Show on Westway radio till 1 pm
Out

Photo….Out in the Cupra bringing in the collection cans from Home Bargain Stores or SCAA.

03/03/2022

On tonight's album show...
The featured album is the Stereophonics' 1999 album "Performance and cocktails".
The Scissor Sisters had the number one album this week in 2005 do something from that later.
The arithmetical progression that is the journey along Now that's what I call music reaches Now 38 do that's three big songs from 1997, including Ocean Colour Scene and Gala.
We'll delve into Jimmy Nail's 1997 best of album "The Nail file" in the final hour.
It's the album show with Ward on Westway tonight until ten.

03/03/2022

Thursday Teaser on the Ally Bally Show:
Which of the following are Astronauts not permitted to eat before going into space
Peanut Butter?

Seafood?
Beans ?

Music from the across the decades on the way including Earth Wind & Fire, George Ezra,, Alison Moyet, Queen The Police and the song that’s been voted one of the top motivational songs

24/02/2022

On the Album Show tonight...
The featured album is the Eurythmics' "Be yourself tonight".
Phil Collins had the number one album this week in 1981, you'll hear something from that chart topper, later.
The arithmetical progression that is the journey along Now that's what I call music reaches Now 37. That means three big songs from 1997, including the Cardigans and Boyzone.
You'll also hear a couple from Bon Jovi's 1994 "Best of " album...so make sure your air guitar is tuned up and ready.
The album show with Ward on Westway tonight until ten.

24/02/2022

It’s Polish Donut Day today ( like Pancake Tuesday) and the ladies from the office next door have handed in some Polish Donuts.

Coming up at 11:45 Aaron Puckrin from Guide Dogs for the blind will join me to tell us how you could become a volunteer puppy raiser .

22/02/2022

Arbroath Sea Cadets - TS Arbroath are recruiting, check out their page for more details.

20/02/2022

Police are concerned for the welfare of Jack Watson (17) who has been reported missing from the South College Street area of Aberdeen since Saturday 19 February 2022.

Jack is described as being about 5’6, average build, with short brown hair and has braces on his teeth. He is believed to be wearing a dark coloured jacket, dark coloured jogging bottoms and black trainers.

Jack has links to the Kirkcaldy area of Fife and is known to travel by bus and train.

Anyone with information that may assist in tracing Jack is asked to please call 101, quoting incident number 1726 of Sunday 20 February 2022.

19/02/2022

Waggy’s Playing the Saying. Can you identify the saying from these songs?
Toto - Africa
REO Speedwagon - Can’t Fight This Feeling
Cliff Richard - We Don’t Talk Anymore

Hint: It’s a saying from a very well known movie.

17/02/2022

On tonight's album show...
The featured album is Travis' "The man who".
The arithmetical progression that is the journey along Now that's what I call music reaches Now 36, so it's three big hits from 1997 including Texas and No Doubt.
You'll have a couple from one of Abba's best of albums.
We'll rewind all the way back to 1971 for some number one albums.
Bruce Springsteen's "Born in the U.S.A." was at ghe top of the charts this week in 1985, something from the Boss on the way too.
The album show with Ward on Westway tonight until ten.

17/02/2022

Westway Radio and Chimes International present Surfin’ USA at the Gardyne Theatre Dundee on Saturday 30th April. For a great night book your tickets now by calling the Box office on 01382 434 940 or online at Dundeebox.co.uk

16/02/2022

Our website will be back online soon…

12/02/2022

A surprise visitor to the studio this morning. Listen out for Take That’s Bark for Good and The Drifters’ Up on the Woof 🐾🐶

10/02/2022

On tonight's album show...
The featured album is Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours" whic was in the charts for an amazing 477 weeks.
The arithmetical progression that is the journey along Now that's what I call music reaches Now 35. That means three big songs from 1996 including Crowded House.
You'll also hear a couple from Peter Gabriel's 1990 best of collection "Shaking the tree".
It another random selection of album tracks from all the decades you love.
Westway's album show with Ward till ten.

10/02/2022

Police are appealing for information following an attack on Dundee’s South Road on Monday.

The 30-year-old man was assaulted with an object at around 3.45pm while walking alone on South Road, near Charleston.

He was struck on the head and fell to the ground.

The man was treated in Ninewells Hospital for a facial injury and has since been discharged.

Sergeant Nicola Lobb of Police Scotland said: “The injured man saw a group of youths run off towards Menzieshill just as this happened.

They were described as all white and wearing medical face masks.

“Officers are making local enquiries but would appeal to anyone who was in the area to get in touch.”

Anyone with any information is asked to contact at Lochee Police Station by calling 101, quoting incident 2101 of Monday February 7.

10/02/2022

Students and teachers in Scotland’s secondary schools will no longer need to wear face masks in the classroom from the end of this month, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced.

She said the change – from February 28 when all schools have returned from the half-term break – is a “further step in allowing children and young people a return to a more normal experience in school after many, many months of sacrifice”.

Face coverings will still be required in other communal, indoor areas within high schools, the First Minister added, but this will be kept under “regular review”.

The announcement came 24 hours after Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the last domestic restrictions in England – including the legal requirement to self-isolate if you test positive – are likely to be lifted later this month, “a full month early”.

Ms Sturgeon said the requirement for face coverings in classrooms is being relaxed following the latest advice from an expert group, who considered the matter on Tuesday.

Ms Sturgeon, who announced the change at the start of First Minister’s Questions at Holyrood, said the move will “reduce barriers to communication in the classroom and reduce any wellbeing impacts which arise from the use of face coverings”.

It is made possible by “reducing case rates” for coronavirus in secondary school-aged children, she said, as well as the decrease in hospital admission rates among all ages.

This “encouraging situation” also means restrictions on school assemblies can be lifted, along with those on transition visits for youngsters either starting primary or secondary school, the First Minister added.

While the guidance will be updated next week, Ms Sturgeon said she had wanted to confirm the change as soon as possible “to give children and young people, their families and school staff certainty about the forthcoming changes before the February break”.