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4 days ago
- General
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Gourock Beaver leader marks four decades of volunteering with her group
A MUCH-LOVED Gourock Beaver leader has marked four decades of service and inspiring youngsters with a special presentation from her colony. Leader of the 1 Gourock, Margaret Marrs (known as Aunty Mags), has been with the group for 40 years and her fellow leaders have called an 'inspiration' to so many youngsters over the years. A celebration for the 75-year-old was held in June where Margaret was presented with her 40-year service award as well as flowers and gifts from the group. Joe Malloy (left) and Heather MacArthur (right) presenting flowers to leader Margaret Marrs (Image: Contributed) Fellow leader Heather McArthur says Margaret is 'nothing short of a wonder' and is the kind of 'magical soul' every Scout group dreams of having led them. Heather said: 'All of the children adore her, and she has dedicated so much time to the group, so we are all so thankful for her. 'She is just like the gran of the group, and everyone looks up to her, she is the perfect role model to have. 'It's a long time for her to be volunteering so we wanted to show her how much she means to us. 'Every group needs a Margaret.' Other News PICTURES: Picnic in the park hailed huge success for Port Glasgow New Parish Church Athletes of all abilities encouraged to join Inverclyde's triathlon next month Greenock street pastor's work recognised at King's Garden Party Alongside being presented handmade cards from all 37 Beavers, District Youth Lead for Greenock and District Joe Malloy also handed over the service award to Margaret – a reminder Heather says to their Beavers that youth leadership is something to aspire to. After celebrating with her colony of beavers, the leaders and volunteers, as well as Margaret's husband Joe held an afternoon tea party filled with the leaders' favourite cakes.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
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50 years ago: Summer floods leave Inverclyde under water after long dry spell (1975)
FROM OUR ARCHIVES... PEOPLE throughout the area were today counting the cost of damage caused yesterday when torrential rain swept through several homes and shops. Areas badly hit by the flooding included Woodhall, where two families had to be rescued yesterday afternoon from their ground floor houses at 17 Woodhall Terrace. Water started coming up through the floors of the houses as the rain continued throughout the day. (Image: Archive) (Image: Archive) By late afternoon both families - Mr and Mrs Mitchell and their nine-year-old son, and Mr and Mrs Stevenson and their little daughter of 18 months - had to be rehoused. At Branchton an electric substation was struck by a flash of lightning and put the switch gear control out of action. As a result, thousands of homes throughout Branchton, Braeside and Larkfield were without electricity supplies for several hours. (Image: Archive) In Gourock 15 yards of tarmac was lifted from the road surface at the junction of Rodney Road and Clyde Road because drains were unable to cope with the amount of water gushing from the hill. Further west in Gourock traffic was being diverted and controlled by police at Ashton Road where the water was well over a foot deep in places. Homes in this area were particularly badly hit, too, when shortly after the downpour began at 9.30am, thousands of gallons of water rushed from the hill behind and poured into the ground floors of many houses. Other Archive News 50 years ago: Greenock boy given driving award by Formula One champion (1975) 75 years ago: Three Greenockians meet thousands of miles from home (1950) 50 years ago: IBM workmates combined to create Inverclyde masterpieces (1975) Also badly hit by the floodwater was the Gantock Hotel. Several car drivers were in difficulties and found themselves stranded in many areas because of the high level of the water. Many of the calls for help came from Larkfield district, where at Cumberland Road police were diverting traffic. One car had to be abandoned after the water rose to steering wheel level. (Image: Archive) (Image: Archive) Floods were also extensive in Robert Street, Port Glasgow, during the late afternoon and police were called out to control traffic jams. Traffic diversions were put into operation immediately and all vehicles were re-routed via Heggies Avenue and Clune Brae. As the rain continued into today, it looked as if the only happy people in the area would be the Lower Clyde Water Board, who have been keeping a watchful eye on the state of the reservoirs during the recent long hot spell. This article was first published on July 15, 1975.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Sport
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Athletes of all abilities encouraged to join Inverclyde's triathlon next month
INVERCLYDE'S annual triathlon race will return to Gourock next month with experienced athletes and beginners encouraged to take part. On Sunday, August 17, swimmers, runners and cyclists will be lacing up their trainers and looking out their goggles as they gear up to compete in Inverclyde Leisure's popular event. The main event of the Adult Sprint Distance Triathlon includes a half-mile swim - which is 24 lengths of Gourock's outdoor pool - followed by a 10-mile cycle to Ardgowan Estate and back, before finishing with a 5km run to McInroy's Point and back. Inverclyde Leisure's triathlon will return to Gourock outdoor pool in August with competitors of all abilities encouraged to take part (Image: George Munro) There's also something for the younger athletes, with a Junior Aquathlon for 10 to 17-year-olds, featuring 12 lengths of the pool and a 3km run to the Gourock Royal Yacht Club and back. To ensure the event is as inclusive as possible Inverclyde Leisure organisers said people of all fitness levels are welcome to take part, and every year lots of entrants do their first-ever triathlon Inverclyde. The only thing requirement that organisers ask is that competitors can complete the swim in under 45 minutes. Head of Inverclyde Leisure, David McCorkindale has been taking part in the triathlon since it began in 2007 and says he has never missed a year of the race. He said: 'It's a fantastic even and I would encourage anybody of any level to try it out this year just for the taking part and then build on their time for next year. "You can also take part as a team so get you friends or work colleagues together so you can build it up to doing it all yourself. "It can be a challenge, but it is also very rewarding when you cross the finish line." Other News Seafield House residents put their cowboy hats on for a summer rodeo party Calls for a new Port Glasgow health centre as building is 'past its due date' Take a look inside the Port Glasgow apiary home to half a million bees To take part in the event as a team, there only needs to be three members: one runner, one cyclist, and a swimmer. David says the Inverclyde Leisure team has done an 'incredible job' in getting the course ready and making sure every competitor has a safe and fun race. Even if you aren't taking part in the race, spectators are welcome to cheer on the athletes as they race along Gourock. Entry for individuals to the adult sprint distance triathlon is £44.60 for Inverclyde Leisure members, or £55.10 for non-members with a team entry costing £60 total for three people. Entry for junior race is £17.50 for members and £21 for non-members. For more information and to sign up call 01475213135 or email Entries close on August 3, and with limited places available on a first come, first served basis.
Yahoo
14-07-2025
- Entertainment
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Families invited to try out Rhyme Time Tots class at block's final session this week
FAMILIES in Gourock have one more chance to try out Rhyme Time Tots classes this week before the current block comes to a close. The early years group, which focuses on rhyme, story, and sensory-based play, is celebrating the final week with a special teddy bears' picnic. Sessions take place at the Coppermine Community Centre on Wednesdays and Thursdays. It's an ideal opportunity for new families to attend before the next block begins, and booking is available online.
BBC News
13-07-2025
- BBC News
Man dies after being found injured on Inverclyde street
A man has died after he was found injured on a street in were called to Steel Street in Gourock at about 03:45.A force spokesperson said: "Emergency services attended and the man was pronounced dead at the scene. The death is being treated as unexplained."Officers are investigating the death and a report will be sent to the procurator fiscal.
