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Jackie Baillie MSP seeks re-election for Dumbarton in 2026

1 week ago | dumbartonreporter.co.uk | Tempany Grace

Dame Jackie Baillie is seeking re-election for Dumbarton in 2026 (Image: The Herald) ONE of Scotland's longest-serving MSPs has confirmed that she is re-running at the next election. Dame Jackie Baillie has served as MSP for the Dumbarton constituency since the Scottish Parliament first formed on May 12, 1999. She had never served as a councillor or MP, but her passion for devolution encouraged her to stand for election at Holyrood.
How to do the ChatGPT action figure trend - make your AI doll | Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter

1 week ago | dumbartonreporter.co.uk | Molly Court

This is how you make the viral AI action figure doll with ChatGPT - follow these instructions and to make your own Barbie for free.
Asian stock markets plunge as Trump defends tariffs | Dumbarton and Vale of Leven Reporter

2 weeks ago | dumbartonreporter.co.uk

Asian stocks across the board were sinking to new lows after the US president said he will not back down on his sweeping import taxes.
'He’s going to keep doing this': Second victim speaks out after abuser is named

2 weeks ago | dumbartonreporter.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

'He'll keep doing this': Dumbarton man sentenced over abuse of second ex-partner (Image: Newsquest/Contributed) THE second woman abused by a Dumbarton man has warned that "he's going to keep doing this". The woman, who we are not naming to protect her identity and that of her child, was the second partner to face the anger and abuse of Jamie McGillivary. The 35-year-old has now pleaded guilty to two cases this year of domestic abuse.
Family fled drunk who claimed claimed THEY were in the wrong house

3 weeks ago | dumbartonreporter.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

Dumbarton family fled drunk who claimed claimed THEY were in the wrong house (Image: Newsquest) A TERRIFIED family fled barefoot into the street in pyjamas when a drunk burst into their home and claimed THEY were in the wrong property. James McCallum, 53, was one street away from his own home when he entered the house and threatened a 16-year-old there, yelling at him to "get out".
'Deeply disappointed': Concerns raised as 'vital' out of school care service to close

3 weeks ago | dumbartonreporter.co.uk | Emily Moore

Old Kilpatrick out of school care service announce closure (Image: Newsquest) Concerns have been raised after a childcare service in West Dunbartonshire has announced it will close next month. Old Kilpatrick Out of School Care, which runs out of the village's church hall, is set to close on April 4, citing 'significant financial challenges'.
King Charles admitted to hospital today, Buckingham Palace has announced

3 weeks ago | dumbartonreporter.co.uk | Katie Collier

King Charles spent a "short period" in hospital today (Image: Victoria Jones/PA Wire) The King spent “a short period of observation in hospital” today (March 27) after experiencing side effects from his cancer treatment, Buckingham Palace has said. Charles will no longer attend a trip to Birmingham on Friday to allow him to prioritise his recovery. A source described the hospital trip as a “most minor bump in a road that is very much heading in the right direction”.
Man jailed for breaking into Dumbarton home and stealing Audi S5 fob

1 month ago | dumbartonreporter.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

Man jailed for breaking into home and stealing car key fob (Image: Newsquest) A BELLSHILL man has been jailed for stealing a car key fob from Dumbarton more than two years ago. Darren Stevenson, 33, previously pleaded guilty to breaking into a property in Campbell Avenue and stealing the fob in 2022. He was on bail orders from both Hamilton and Kilmarnock sheriff courts at the time. Stevenson, of Burnside Avenue, appeared at Dumbarton Sheriff Court on March 18 for sentencing.
The story of resilience and a hero mum you won't see in new Netflix series

1 month ago | dumbartonreporter.co.uk | Tristan Stewart-Robertson

The story of resilience and a hero mum you won't see in new Netflix series (Image: Newsquest) WHEN she was growing up, India Harrison's mum would take her to museums and shops after hospital appointments. Her three sisters didn't make her feel any different. It was only the teasing from other children at school that made her feel less "normal". But most youngsters don't have regular surgeries, and court hearings gaining national attention.
Call made for BBC Scotland to rethink decision to axe River City

1 month ago | dumbartonreporter.co.uk | Sandhya Suresh

A local MP has urged BBC Scotland to rethink its decision to axe River City. Douglas McAllister, MP for West Dunbartonshire, expressed his disappointment at the broadcaster's announcement that the soap opera would be decommissioned. He said: "I was extremely disappointed with BBC Scotland’s announcement this week regarding the decommissioning of Scotland’s only and much-loved soap opera, River City." The show, which has been on air for 23 years, is filmed in Dumbarton.