Local firms employed to carry out Dollar Park project Work is underway to extend and refurbish Falkirk’s War Memorial in Dollar Park. New structures are being installed on site to properly list the names of the local men who died in both the first and second World Wars. The current war memorial – unlike other… Continue reading Work underway on war memorial revamp
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New push to attract tourists to Bo’ness and Blackness
A NEW push to attract tourists to Bo’ness got underway this week. Bo’net – which represents dozens of groups in the town - updated and republished its free map and guide to attractions in the area. Copies will be available from local libraries and other outlets in the district. Falkirk Council part-funded the 5,000 colour… Continue reading New push to attract tourists to Bo’ness and Blackness
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Residents urged to support war memorial project
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
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
