WORK has started on building new homes for pensioners in the Millerston area of Lanarkshire. Ogilvie Construction is carrying out the work on behalf of North Lanarkshire Council. The new homes, off Coshneuk Road, were designed by MAST architects. The £1.1 million project - supported by £300,000 in funding from the Scottish Government - will see… Continue reading New homes for pensioners in £1.1 million project
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£5 million project tees off at Renaissance Golf Club
PLANS to invest £5 million in a new clubhouse and golf course extension have been revealed by the Renaissance Golf Club in East Lothian. Ogilvie Construction will carry out building work on the site near the historic village of Dirleton. The new building has been designed by Edinburgh-based Yeoman McAllister. Preliminary ground works are expected… Continue reading £5 million project tees off at Renaissance Golf Club
Search for views on historic parklands
A CHARITY is launching a new project to find out what local residents think of Kinneil Estate and Kinneil Foreshore. The Friends of Kinneil hopes the work will also generate greater awareness of the facilities and attractions at both sites – and even attract new money into future projects. The group is targeting the Deanfield… Continue reading Search for views on historic parklands
Ogilvie completes work on £9 million project
OGILVIE Construction has completed building work on a £9 million project to extend and refurbish the former Chalmers Hospital in Edinburgh into a new Sexual Health Centre. The new NHS Lothian facility opened its doors to the public on June 7, 2011. The historic building has served the people of Lothian for over 140 years.… Continue reading Ogilvie completes work on £9 million project
Walk week kicks off in Bo’ness
Falkirk Council's first "Walk And Talk Week” kicks off on June 6 – encouraging everyone to explore the great outdoors. Free events are being held across the district, including a history walk around Bo’ness town centre, and walks around Kinneil Estate. Pick up a leaflet from local libraries and Kinneil Museum – or visit http://www.falkirk.gov.uk/walkandtalkweek… Continue reading Walk week kicks off in Bo’ness
Free open days at Kinneil House
VISITORS to Kinneil House in Bo’ness will take a step back in time this weekend . . . to the sumptuous 17th century. They’ll come face to face with a costumed interpreter playing Anne, Duchess of Hamilton - who had an influential role in the development of the imposing mansion more than 300 years ago.… Continue reading Free open days at Kinneil House
Time Capsule revamp is a splash hit
ONE of Scotland’s leading leisure centres has been officially re-opened after the first phase of a £6 million revamp. The Time Capsule in Coatbridge has had extensive renovation work over the past year. It now boasts a unique new attraction: Europe’s only indoor “Tornado Tantrum” slide. The thrilling 30 second slide, which was imported from… Continue reading Time Capsule revamp is a splash hit
Become a ‘Friend’ of the Friends
A CHARITY has tapped into the world’s biggest social networking site to keep in contact with local people. The Friends of Kinneil – which promotes historic Kinneil Estate in Bo’ness – now has a dedicated section on Facebook, allowing local people to easily follow its activities. Just visit http://www.facebook.com/kinneil and “like” the group. The park… Continue reading Become a ‘Friend’ of the Friends
Angus splashes out on £9 million pool project
CONSTRUCTION work has started on a £9 million project to create a new swimming pool and sports facility in Montrose in the north of Scotland. Angus Council marked the commencement of site works by holding a ground-breaking ceremony today (Thursday, March 10, 2011). Provost Ruth Leslie Melville, joined Louise Martin, chair of sportscotland, and Phil… Continue reading Angus splashes out on £9 million pool project
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