Greenock Telegraph

The Greenock Telegraph is a daily newspaper that caters to the Inverclyde area in Scotland, which includes the towns of Gourock, Greenock, and Port Glasgow.

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Top fashion label to help Greenock students in need at clothes sale this week

2 days ago | greenocktelegraph.co.uk | Susan Lochrie

Marble Clothing, owned by former design student Nick Williams, has donated hundreds of items of clothing to the college. Following a sustainable fashion show earlier this year at the college's Finnart Street campus, they are now hosting a 'seconds' clothes sale this week - which will be open to the public as well as to students and staff.
Man treated in hospital after 'serious assault' in broad daylight in Greenock

3 days ago | greenocktelegraph.co.uk | Susan Lochrie

A 26-year-old man attended hospital for treatment after the incident in Captain Street on Monday, May 12. Police say the incident happened at around 1.35pm. Officers say they want to track down a man who is described as white, in his 20s and wearing dark clothing, in connection with the attack. Detective Sergeant Stewart Morrison said: “Enquiries to establish the full circumstances are ongoing and we are appealing to anyone who witnessed the incident to contact us.
Greenock Wanderers face up against stern Italian opposition in Euro tour

3 days ago | greenocktelegraph.co.uk | John Dyer

Wanderers swapped Fort Matilda for Treviso as they travelled to Italy with hopes of securing some pride after relegation from Arnold Clark National Division Four. However they couldn't have got off to a worse start, shipping three tries and losing Strachan to the sinbin in a breathless 10-minute opening spell.
Tributes paid after death of former Provost of Inverclyde

3 days ago | greenocktelegraph.co.uk | Craig Borland

Drew McKenzie described David Roach as "a great ambassador for Inverclyde". Mr Roach served as a councillor in the area for 27 years, first on the old Inverclyde District Council and then on Inverclyde Council following local government reorganisation in the mid-1990s. He was also the area's Provost from 1999 until 2003.
Inverclyde MP urges Scottish Government to act now on funding for IRH repairs

3 days ago | greenocktelegraph.co.uk | Susan Lochrie

Martin McCluskey has accused the Scottish Government of failing to fund essential work at the IRH building – and has warned they are running out of time to make the building fit for purpose. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHS GGC) promised in 2023 to install new cladding on the hospital building and to replace its windows. Health board bosses say a business case for the work was submitted to the Scottish Government in January but that a decision has yet to be made.
Millie's miracle brain bleed recovery - after medics insisted she wouldn't survive

3 days ago | greenocktelegraph.co.uk | Susan Lochrie

Millie Beckett, 74, ended up in a coma for three weeks after the massive haemorrhage – with her devoted husband Thomas never leaving her bedside. Millie’s daughter, Corinne Forrester, told the Tele that the family was left ‘utterly devastated’ when medics at Inverclyde Royal Hospital delivered the news that her mum wouldn’t make it. In the days that followed, they were warned that even if Millie lived, she would be left profoundly disabled – and would need round-the-clock care.
Warning to shop staff in Inverclyde ahead of single-use vaping ban

3 days ago | greenocktelegraph.co.uk | Claire Lindsay

The Scottish Grocers’ Federation (SGF) is assisting retailers in the area to ensure compliance with the new law. From June 1, the sale of single-use vapes, including non-refillable and non-rechargeable ones, will be prohibited. This aligns with the Scottish Government's move to match the rest of the UK. Pete Cheema, SGF’s chief executive, said: "Our members - including those across Inverclyde - are committed to responsible local retailing and operating within the law.
Inverclyde veterans share memories with Gourock pupils for VE Day anniversary

4 days ago | greenocktelegraph.co.uk | Susan Lochrie

In a heart-warming 1940s-themed event, the Clydeview High School pupils had the opportunity to speak those who have served in the armed forces about their experiences first-hand. Throughout the afternoon there was wartime music, songs and lots of sharing stories as the different generations all came together.
Archives: Port Glasgow businessman invited to join Commonwealth Games flotilla

4 days ago | greenocktelegraph.co.uk | Claire Amber Young

Garage owner Fergus Monk was set to join hundreds of boats gathering at James Watt Dock as part of celebrations to mark the start of the Commonwealth Games. Fergus was ready to sail up to Pacific Quay in Glasgow in his beloved clinker-built cabin cruiser Annie. He said: "It's absolutely fantastic, a once in a lifetime event. "There will be 250 boats of all shapes and sizes and a lot of people from all over the country and possibly overseas. "It's going to be a big event in Glasgow.
Countryside trail repairs among £221k of nature works planned by council bosses

4 days ago | greenocktelegraph.co.uk | Gordon McCracken

Many of the initiatives put forward by council officers were initially put forward last August but had to be shelved due to the Scottish Government’s Nature Restoration Fund grants being pulled. However, Holyrood ministers have now reinstated the funding, allowing council officers to revive several projects as well as putting forward new ones.