Tristan Stewart-Robertson

Glasgow

Chief reporter Clydebank Post/Helensburgh Advertiser, Canadian, singer. Local/weekly feature writer of the year 2019. Host of A Murder Without End pod. He/him.

Articles

Helensburgh appeal raises hundreds of pounds to help Gaza children

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

Helensburgh Parish Church hosted volunteers from Helensburgh Child Contact Centre towards the appeal. UNICEF's Gaza appeal attracted a strong turnout despite the poor weather on June 14. Diana Macintosh, convenor of Helensburgh Child Contact Centre, said: "It was very well attended by people wanting to do something to help the children whose tragic faces dominate our television screens. "All the usual stalls were present - baking, plants, books, bric-a-brac and jewellery.
Latest Helensburgh beach clean effort collects nearly 80kg of rubbish

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

The Plastic Free Helensburgh and Helensburgh Community Council clean-up at East Bay on June 14 was hailed a success. More than 20 volunteers collected eight bags and 78kg of litter. Councillor Graham Hardie "won" the prize for the largest items of litter, including a wooden pallet. After the Saturday morning effort, coffee and cake were provided by Helensburgh Community Hub. The next beach clean will be on June 28 from 10am to 11.30am at Helensburgh Pier.
I've been fleeing violence': Glasgow man threw incendiary device at window

1 week ago | glasgowtimes.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

Barry McQuillan last month admitted recklessly throwing the glass jar with a cloth and white spirit at a window in Strauss Avenue, Clydebank. It broke the window to the danger of those inside and the address on May 6, 2023. When he appeared over the charges in May 2023, he was granted bail with a 7pm to 7am curfew. He subsequently broke that three times, accumulating more breaches of bail as he did.
Classic car show hopes for annual display despite inclement weather

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

Loch Lomond Shores hosted Ayrshire Classics Car Club on June 14 (Image: Ross Gardner) IT wasn't the weather for the top down at a show of classic cars at the weekend. Loch Lomond Shores hosted Ayrshire Classics Car Club for a display through the most dreich of June weather.
Space for everybody: First Helensburgh Pride event to welcome LGBTQ+ community

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

The gathering at Helensburgh Community Hub in the final days of Pride Month will welcome LGBTQ+ residents crafting, line dancing and a quiz. Organisers said they were approached independently by some residents who suggested a local event instead of requiring people to travel to Glasgow or Edinburgh to feel included. Helensburgh resident Gem McIntosh, 30, has known she is bisexual since she was 11. She plans to attend the Pride event at the Hub next week and said the town should welcome all.
Man admits 'crime of passion' against partner in dispute over his drinking

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

Darius Malik pleaded guilty to assaulting the woman in what his defence solicitor called a "fairly minor" incident. The 42-year-old, of Camis Eskin Wynd, Helensburgh, appeared at Dumbarton Sheriff Court on June 10 over the incident. The court heard how, at around 11pm on May 11 at a property in the town, an argument started about Malik's alcohol consumption. His partner went into a bedroom and was crying when the man followed her, pushing her on the upper right arm.
Submariner twice legal limit at same spot near Loch Lomond within weeks

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

David Seales admitted two charges of being under the influence on May 11 and then May 28. He pleaded guilty at his first appearance on June 10 at Dumbarton Sheriff Court. The 20-year-old admitted to having 52mg of alcohol in 100ml of breath on May 11. He also admitted having 38mg of alcohol in 100ml of breath on May 28. The limit is 20mg. Both incidents were at the Arden roundabout on the A82 on Loch Lomond.
Man with long list history with weapons jailed - for possession of potato peeler

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

Connor Taylor was locked up for 14 months after pleading guilty to possession in the street of an item with a blade or that was sharply pointed. The sheriff in the case requested the peeler be brought to Dumbarton Sheriff Court ahead of sentencing. Taylor's significant criminal record put the case at the more serious jury trial level and he appeared from custody on June 17. Last year, Taylor admitted a violent attack with a machete, with a criminal record branded "appalling".
Waterfront supermarket opponents appeal for funds in legal fight against council

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

Helensburgh Community Council (HCC) will face off against Argyll and Bute Council next month at the Court of Session in Edinburgh. HCC launched the judicial review over the council's limited consultation that they claimed justified a supermarket on West Clyde Street in front of the now closed leisure centre. The council is defending the action with taxpayers' cash for advocate representation at the court.
New sensory room gives pupils space to relax before continuing studies

1 week ago | helensburghadvertiser.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

Hermitage Primary opened its new sensory room last week, though it has already been used daily in the past month. Pupils and sponsor Toyota named it "Yutori", Japanese for "spaciousness, room to breathe or ease". It is designed to give time to relax, enjoy the moment and appreciate life's natural flow. The school said it is already a favourite space for some pupils to "regulate their emotions before returning to their classrooms to continue with their school day".