As the nation marks the 75th anniversary of D-Day – a turning point in World War II – Falkirk Bairns are being asked to remember “Falkirk’s Fallen”. The Friends of Falkirk War Memorial will be in the town’s Howgate Centre on Thursday, June 6, on Friday, June 7, asking people for their support. Former Provost… Continue reading Residents urged to support war memorial project
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Abercorn Church hosts Easter Tea
One of the stunning church windows at Abercorn Church, near South Queensferry. The Church is hosting an “Easter Tea” on Saturday, April 20, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the church hall (just a minute’s walk from the main church). Tea and coffee and home baking will be on offer. All are welcome.… Continue reading Abercorn Church hosts Easter Tea
Community bus group honoured at ceremony
The Bo'ness and Area Community Bus Association has won this year's McLaren Trophy for outstanding services to the community. The award is made annually by Bo'ness Community Council in memory of the late John McLaren, the former Bo'ness Journal reporter who served as the very first secretary of the Community Council. Pictured at the presentation… Continue reading Community bus group honoured at ceremony
Explore two churches and a castle along the Way
Walkers are being invited to join in a special trek along part of the John Muir Way. It will link up two historic churches and a castle used in the TV series “Outlander”. The trek, on Saturday, April 20, is being organised by Step Forth – which delivers volunteer-run health walks across the Falkirk Council… Continue reading Explore two churches and a castle along the Way
Helping the NHS connect on iTunes
The PR Store has helped Healthcare Improvement Scotland (HIS) - part of NHS Scotland - launch a series of "QI Connect" podcasts for health professionals. The audio recordings are edited versions of previous HIS webinars (online presentations), with new introductions by Dr Brian Robson. Five episodes are now available: Maureen Bisognano – ‘Quality improvement across health… Continue reading Helping the NHS connect on iTunes
Inventor James Watt celebrated during special year
Activities mark 200th anniversary of inventor's death He was one of the pioneers of the Industrial Revolution. He became so famous his name was used to denote a unit of energy. Now – in 2019 – heritage chiefs are going “full steam ahead” with efforts to honour him. January 5 marks the 250th anniversary of… Continue reading Inventor James Watt celebrated during special year
See Renaissance singers at historic Kinneil
Renaissance singers are set to entertain crowds at historic Kinneil House in Bo’ness. The Gargoyles of Gargunnock group will appear as part of a free open day this weekend. Visitors can step inside the mansion – and enjoy the music – from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 26, 2018. The event has been… Continue reading See Renaissance singers at historic Kinneil
Tour Kinneil House for free in 2018
New series of open days gets underway on March 24 Longer opening hours to meet growing demand for access New-style timed tours, leaving from neighbouring Kinneil Museum It boasts some of the best renaissance wall paintings in Scotland. It was home to one of the most noble families in the country, the Hamiltons. And it’s… Continue reading Tour Kinneil House for free in 2018
Discover secrets of historic Kinneil
Historic Kinneil House in Bo’ness will come under the spotlight at a free conference this Sunday, November 19, 2017 The “Experts Day” will take place at the nearby Hippodrome Cinema in Bo’ness town centre. Members of the public are being invited to attend. The event has been organised by Historic Environment Scotland and The Friends… Continue reading Discover secrets of historic Kinneil
The Great Big Walk ends with a Big Lunch – and a big rest!
Walkers on an epic trek across the UK got their chance to put their feet up today (Sunday, June 18) . . . and have a cuppa with locals in Edinburgh. The Great Big Walk – which has seen teams of walkers fan across the country - ended its Scottish leg with a “Big Lunch”… Continue reading The Great Big Walk ends with a Big Lunch – and a big rest!
