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02/11/2024

Fritto's at Captain Street, Greenock, have another amazing offer: two pastas for only £5! VALID TODAY (SATURDAY 2 NOVEMBER)

31/10/2024

Greenock's Alba Ballet are on stage with their production of Cinderella on Friday and Saturday (1/2 November) at the Beacon Arts Centre, Greenock (01475 723723).
The company then moves down the coast to Barrfields in Largs on 9 November, with a final performance at Queen's Hall, Dunoon on 23 November.

31/10/2024

Check out this amazing £2.50 supper offer from Fritto's, Captain Street, Greenock! VALID ON FRIDAY (1 NOVEMBER)

30/10/2024

McGill's Buses are recruiting for their Greenock depot

Embark on the next step in your career journey with us!

Here at McGill's we are currently recruiting for bus drivers across Greenock, Johnstone & Inchinnan.

If you are a PCV license holder and are interested, visit
👉https://bit.ly/40oar6e to learn more.

30/10/2024

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Business Gateway have local offices all over Scotland. Your local office can provide support on starting up, funding, business plans and more.

29/10/2024

The two-supper deal is on tonight (Tuesday) again at Mario's Italian Chippy, Grosvenor Road, Greenock!

29/10/2024

A major operation was launched this morning to rescue a person from the Clyde at Gourock.

Numerous vessels, a Coastguard search and rescue helicopter and land-based teams responded to the incident which happened near the Western Ferries terminal at McInroy's Point just after 9am.

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28/10/2024

Inverclyde Leisure are hosting Pictures at the Track – a magical outdoor cinema experience at Ravenscraig Stadium this Saturday (2 November)!

Take the whole family along for a day of fun at the venue in Auchmead Road, Greenock. Entry is FREE thanks to generous funding from Inverclyde Council.

28/10/2024

A new support group for people with ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) is starting in Greenock. It will meet every second Friday, 1.30 to 3.30pm, from this week (1 November) at Your Voice, 12 Clyde Square, Greenock. For more information call 01475 728628 or email [email protected].

28/10/2024

25/10/2024

Emergency services are at the scene of a crash at Hilltop Road, Gourock. The road has been closed.

24/10/2024

Mario's Italian Chippy in Grosvenor Road, Greenock, have their special in-store chippy box offer again this Friday (25 October) for just £8! Don't forget to like and share!

23/10/2024

Enjoy 10 Per Cent Off At HPD Greenock's New Bathroom Showroom!

The HPD branch at 60 Captain Street, Greenock, has unveiled its new walk-in bathroom showroom featuring 30 bays of stunning bathroom designs, furniture, and fixtures. And to celebrate, there is 10 per cent off all bathrooms until the end of November!

From elegant tiles to sleek wetwall finishes, there’s inspiration for everyone, whether you prefer contemporary minimalism or timeless luxury.

HPD's in-house bathroom experts, Craig and Mark, are ready to guide you through the selection process. Enjoy a complimentary coffee in the main store while browsing brochures.

HPD handle everything from choosing your perfect bathroom to the installation, ensuring a smooth, stress-free experience. Visit the new showroom or call 01475 601008.

23/10/2024

Ferguson Marine shipyard in Port Glasgow is among six firms being invited to bid for a seven-vessel Scottish ferry contract. The small electric ferries are to be built to help support island communities and improve the resilience of the Clyde and Hebrides network.

The tender returns are expected by January 2025, with a view to awarding the contract in March 2025.

The contract is for phase one of the Small Vessels Replacement Programme, the estimated costs for which are around £175 million, which includes allowances for the seven vessels as well as port improvements and shore power upgrades.

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23/10/2024

Ardgowan Distillery bosses hope to liven up the blank gable of their landmark new building with their logo, in between phases of construction. Work on stage one of the distinctive distillery at Bankfoot, Inverkip, is due to be completed by the end of the year. It will house the main production elements.

Phase two will be a visitor centre which will be added to the end of the production space. The distillery has now applied for temporary advertising consent to apply its logo on the exposed gable until it is covered by the future construction. Inverclyde Council planners are considering the proposal.

22/10/2024

Local Scouts have honoured photographer George Munro for his contribution to their Gang Show productions over 30 years -- he has been official cast photographer since 1994.

Greenock and District lead volunteer Martin Buchan presented George with a Chief Scout’s Commendation and badge in recognition of his dedicated service. He was also made an honorary member of Greenock Scout Gang Show, being presented with a red Gang Show neckie.

22/10/2024

Check out the latest deals from Mario's Italian Chippy on Grosvenor Road, Greenock. Mario's thank all new and loyal customers for their support!

22/10/2024

A café is now being proposed for one of three new commercial units on Kilmacolm Road, Greenock, instead of a shop. If approved, it will mean there will be one unit for retail (already occupied by Flawless hair and beauty salon), one to be a hot food takeaway and one to be a cafe. The development is at the former Scottish Water site, opposite Burnhead Street, and also features a convenience store, as yet unoccupied.

21/10/2024

Housing provider Sanctuary Scotland has started work on 64 new homes at the former health centre site in Greenock.

The development on Duncan Street at Regent Street comprises a mix of one, two, three and four-bedroom flats and houses, all available for social rent.

The project is supported by a grant of nearly £7million from the Scottish Government and will take around 18 months to deliver.

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21/10/2024

Two generations of Arran ferry 'face-to-face' at James Watt Dock, Greenock, today. Isle of Arran, launched in 1984 and in for her winter service, served on the Ardrossan to Brodick route for around a decade. She was replaced by Caledonian Isles, launched in 1993, which has needed months of repairs. A short distance away at Inchgreen berth, is Glen Sannox, the long-awaited replacement for Caledonian Isles, which is due to be handed over soon.

19/10/2024

Greenock model railway show is on this weekend (19/20 October) at Lyle Kirk, Union Street, from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and from noon to 5pm on Sunday.

18/10/2024

From the archive: a look back at Gourock’s changing shorefront in the early 1970s when infilling work was underway at Tarbet Street to create land for the ferry terminal, and the car park behind Kempock Street. Photos courtesy of C Coward.

18/10/2024

Check out these great deals from Fisherman's Dock, Cathcart Street, Greenock, available next week via their app.

17/10/2024

Greenock window manufacturer Blairs is in the running for a prestigious UK award for a restoration project at a local hotel.
Blairs is being recognised for a window replacement project at the A-listed Tontine Hotel in Ardgowan Square, Greenock.
The company is one of just three firms shortlisted in the project of the year category of the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) Heritage Awards. | Link to more information in comments

17/10/2024

The Clyde dolphin pod has again been delighting onlookers at Greenock Esplanade. These images were captured by Fiona Cook on Sunday afternoon.