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ALVA POOL SAVED

Campaigners to save the Alva Pool were celebrating yesterday

(Thursday) as the pool was saved from demolition.

Campaigners from Ochil Leisure Enterprises who worked tirelessly to save the Alva Pool gathered tensely at Clackmannanshire Council headquarters on Thursday morning (November 3) before councillors made their decision on whether or not to save the pool.

Members of OLE had submitted an interim business plan to the council’s Head of Facilities Management, Stephen Crawford on September 30. In that plan, the group suggested the council use an asset transfer scheme to allow OLE to run the facility for local people to benefit from.

During the meeting of Clackmannanshire Council, councillors voted on whether the plans within the Business Plan were sustainable and viable to reverse the decision of the council on June 30 to close the pool.

At the council meeting, there was a unanimous decision to keep the Alva pool open. During the meeting, cllr Sam Ovens proposed a motion to suspend the standing order, which then allowed the councillors to be able to discuss the OLE proposals.

Cllr Ovens also proposed that OLE should also be given 12 months to prepare a fully detailed business plan, but this was subsequently withdrawn following a meeting with OLE.

After a heated debate in the council chamber and an adjournment, during which a meeting with OLE was held, Cllr John Balsillie then proposed an amendment that the Alva pool should be transferred to OLE for just £1. It was also proposed that the £100k annual maintenance costs should also be transferred to OLE. However, the proposals also included a claw-back scheme that should the takeover fail, the council would retain ownership of the pool.

Tim Ball, OLE treasurer, told the Wee County News; “OLE welcome the

unanimous decision taken by the council today. OLE intend to work in partnership with the council and other public bodies in an effort to implement our objectives as a charitable company.“The community can anticipate efforts by OLE to ensure that it is open as quickly as possible with some access.“OLE appreciates public support for the group and our fundraising actions and would like to thank the community for their ongoing support.”

The transfer of the pool to the local community gratifies the hard work members of OLE have done since it was announced the pool would be demolished.

Since then, campaigners gathered over one thousand signatures of support and submitted a business plan to the

council, whilst still campaigning to highlight their cause.

The group gained the support of sailor, Shirley Robertson OBE who wrote to the council stating: “Scotland is under threat from obesity and its associated illnesses; we are an unhealthy nation, encouraging a healthy lifestyle has wider social and economic benefits than improved personal wellbeing.”

The council had raised concerns regarding the handover of the pool to OLE, including whether it was financially viable and if it would take custom from the Leisure Bowl.

The acceptance of OLE’s business plan will now see Clackmannanshire benefit from the creation of jobs, better health and the creation of a community hub where people can meet.

OLE campaigners delighted with good news

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Dear weecounty,I am writing regarding your article entitled ‘£10,000

grant for Alloa Park to clean river’ on page 3 of the Wee County News dated 28 October.

I just wanted to express how pleased I was that the residents association were granted such a lot of money to clean up the Black Devon River.

Although I do not live in Alloa Park, I do like to take my grandchildren to the river for short walks. It saddens me to see the rubbish tipped there, as it never used to be so bad.

People have such a lack of respect for their natural surroundings and I would really like to applaud those who will be cleaning up the Black Devon.

I look forward to walking in summer and seeing how beautiful the area will look once cleaned.Mavis Mann, Alloa

Dear weecounty,I just wanted to write because it is coming up to Bonfire

night and in my area it really was terrible. People can be so careless with fireworks. My little dog also gets very scared.

I’d really just like to ask people to be a bit more considerate on November 5 and remember there are elderly people living in the area.Mrs Jackson, Tullibody

Dear weecounty,I was really pleased to hear on the news this week that

the government will be spending £14million on helping people with autism.

As a mother of a child with autism I know how much of a struggle it can be sometimes and we really need all the help we can get.

I couldn’t do without the information and support I get and I really hope this helps other people get the support they really do deserve.

It is refreshing to have some positive news from the government for a change.Jean Crosby, via e-mail

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News BriefClackmannan Bowling Club Prize giving this year is on Friday the 18th of November at 7o’clock.There is a great comedian on the 26th tickets now on sale.Ladies dinner night is on December the 10th please append your name on the club board.This years O.A.P.function will be on the 18th of December.you can append your name on the club board or phone during opening hrs to book your place on 722440.The list is also up for the childrens xmas party.Check the clubs boardfor all upcoming entertainment.

Foolish thieves have risked their lives to steal

copper cable from an Alloa substation.

The Scottish Power substation was still live when four copper buzz bars and three copper cables from the metering panel were stolen.

This could have resulted in the thieves being badly injured or even dying from touching the live cabling.

The items were stolen from an outbuilding at the

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Thieves risk lives to steal from substation

substation near Meadow Hill Opencast Mine between Friday, October 14 and Wednesday, October 26.

When officials noticed there had been a break-in the power to the substation was turned off.

This theft came just days before Central Scotland Police joined forces across Scotland to tackle the rapidly growing crime.

A national day of action was held on October 28 that saw police forces across Scotland to target metal thieves who cause misery for

people across the country.Thieves not only target

substations like the one in Alloa they steal lead from roofs, various cabling which can cause train delays, widespread power loss, or loss of internet and telephone connections.

Whatever the crime or location, the result is the same, disruption to everyday life and severe cost to the local and national economy.

Chief Superintendent Ellie Bird, chair of the ACPOS Metal Theft Group, said: “Metal theft in any form is a real blight on

society and sadly has been having a greater impact on communities in recent months.

“The rail network has experienced significant issues for some time, but throughout 2011, we have seen criminals diversifying and targeting metal from other areas including power cables, utility pipes, telecommunications cabling, residential properties, businesses and even vehicles.

During the day of action, police visited scrap metal dealers to educate owners

on how to spot stolen items. They also carried out roadside spot checks and gave business and home owners advice on how to prevent theft.

Central Scotland Police are currently appealing for information regarding the theft of items from the Scottish Power substation near Meadowhill Opencast Mine. Information can be given by contacting Central Scotland Police on 01786 456000, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where anonymity can be maintained.

Central Athletics named best off track club

Hospital needs to improve say inspectorsThe results of an

unannounced inspection at Forth Valley Royal Hospital have resulted in four requirements for improvement.

The new state of the art

hospital, based in Larbert services Wee County residents, was inspected on September 20. Inspectors found wards were clean and there is a comprehensive audit plan in place.

Central Athletic Club was named the best off track

club at a top awards dinner.The club were given the

award during the Scottish Athletics Awards Dinner held at the Marriot Hotel, Glasgow on October 29.

The guest of honour at the event was sportsman, Roger Black MBE.

John McDonald, President of Central Athletic Club said: “We are delighted to have been recognised at this level.”

However, inspectors found further improvement is required to give domestic staff defined and understood roles and all staff groups must implement infection control precautions consistently to minimise the risk of infection to patients, staff and visitors.

The hospital must ensure these issues are rectified alongside ensuring there are

adequate cleaning supplies at all times.

There was also one recommendation brought by inspectors which the hospital should address. This is to ensure, where staff do not follow the NHS Board’s isolation policy, the risk assessment is documented appropriately.

Speaking of the report, Susan Brimelow, HEI Chief

Inspector, said: “We found that NHS Forth Valley is working to comply with national standards to protect patients, staff and visitors from acquiring an infection.

“The majority of wards and departments we inspected were clean and there is a comprehensive audit

programme in place at Forth Valley Royal Hospital.

“However, we also found areas where improvement is required. For example, the roles and responsibilities of domestic and housekeeping staff must be clearly defined, understood and communicated to all staff.”

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By Alison Mann

Statistics published recently showed that the proportion of

suspected cancer patients with an urgent referral waiting longer than 62 days before starting treatment has increased recently. We have come a long way in the treatment of cancer over the past two decades, but these figures show a worrying trend in the wrong direction.

We know that almost 2,000 nurses have already been axed from the NHS, and as the Scottish Government’s health budget begins to cut deeper, I fear that things will grow worse.

Scottish Labour’s ambition is to provide a two-week cancer guarantee so that in cases where a GP suspects that a patient has cancer, they see a specialist and get results within two weeks. I urge the Scottish Government to join us in this aspiration because as we all know, early diagnosis is a vital.

The latest report from Citizen’s Advice Scotland; Debt Mismanagement is based on the evidence provided by CAB clients across Scotland who have sought advice after experiencing problems with debt management companies. This document highlights the problems that people have encountered, such as companies who give misleading information about their services, inappropriate advice and charge high management fees.

It is a sad fact but the faltering economic backdrop means that debt exploitation is a booming business – not all debt management companies are in it to rip off their clients, but there are some who are, and it’s tragic. Some of the most desperate, vulnerable people fall prey too these companies, just when they need help the most.

These rip-offs are on the increase which is why I used the motion to call on both the UK and Scottish Governments to provide adequate resources for the provision of free independent debt advice, such as

that provided by the Citizens Advice Service, so that as many people as possible have a reliable and trustworthy source of help when they experience debt problems.

There also needs to be better regulation in the sector, this would benefit everyone - the genuine companies and especially the consumers who would have a better level of protection because let’s face it – advice services are being cut to the bone, so debt management services are increasingly in demand.

At the launch of Scottish Mental Health Week and as part of World Mental Health Day, I was glad to be able to help raise awareness of mental health issues by signing the “See Me” Wall of Support, pledging my commitment to improving the mental health and well-being of people in Clackmannanshire.

See Me’s work in tackling the stigma and discrimination around mental ill-health has been sterling and has reached out to people across Scotland.

We need more action like this - a reported 41% of people say that they would be or are ashamed to have mental ill-health so this remains to be a serious issue in Scotland, and doubtless in the rest of the UK.

As always, I can be contacted on Tel; 01786 446515 or email at [email protected] or by letter to the Constituency Office, 22 Viewfield Street, Stirling FK8 1UA. For more information seewww.richardsimpson.info.

Top crime writer Alex Gray paid a visit to Alloa Library to talk

about her writing.The Scottish author enthralled

attendees with stories about her writing and read excerpts from her forthcoming book.

Library staff had created a fun ‘crime scene’ in the library to celebrate her visit.

Two Wee County groups have received over £18,000 of

funding from the Investing in Ideas programme run by the Big Lottery Fund.

Tullibody Healthy Living Initiative received £8,260 from the fund, which they will use to employ consultants to carry out a feasibility study to investigate the suitability of potential local sites for a community garden and will fund minibus hire for site visits.

The Gate, based in Alloa, received £9,975 from the fund as they want to establish a community centre which will provide a range of activities, primarily focused on serving those who are homeless, disadvantaged or marginalised within the community.

The grant will enable the group to pay for professional support and legal requirements to take their project to construction phase.

Dr. Richard SimpsonMSP Mid Scotland & Fife

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Clackmannanshire and Dunblane MSP, Keith Brown, has congratulated both groups in their success in receiving the grants.

Keith said: “I am writing to congratulate both groups on their successful applications.

“I wish both groups every success with their ventures and look forward to hearing how they get on.

“The Big Lottery Fund in Scotland has £1 million to invest in the development of new ideas in 2010 – 11 and I would encourage local groups and organisations to apply so that they can obtain funding for projects to enhance the community and promote education, the environment and health.”

The groups received the money from the Big Lottery Funds Investing in Ideas programme which enables local groups to test out new ideas before embarking on fully fledged projects.

Alison Magee, Big Lottery Fund

Scotland Chair, said: “Through Investing in Ideas we are able to give local groups the time and resources to test their ideas. We believe this is important if they are to go on to develop successful and sustainable projects which meet the needs of local people in the long term. We wish all of today’s winning projects the greatest of success as they turn their project ideas into reality.”

Investing in Ideas awards grants of between £500 and £10,000 and can pay for a wide variety of activities including market research, public consultations and feasibility studies.

A range of organisations can apply, including voluntary and community sector groups, social enterprises, charities, local authorities and health bodies. For more information on the programme and how to apply visit: www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/investinginideas.



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The brand new Alva Nursery class celebrated

as parents and carers visited the new building.

The open sessions took place on Friday October 28 to the recently moved and refurbished Alva nursery class.

Wee County businesses benefit from rates relief

New government figures have revealed a record number of people have taken

up the Small Business Bonus Scheme. The number of businesses receiving

support has risen steadily each year since its introduction in 2008, with over 85,000 small businesses – two in five commercial properties in Scotland – now saving up to £4,260 a year.

In early 2009, the Federation of Small Business in Scotland published a survey of SBBS recipients which found, among other things, 1 in 8 recipients suggested the rates relief was helping them stay in business during the recession, helping safeguard thousands of jobs.

SNP MSP for Clackmannanshire and Dunblane Keith Brown has praised the figures, he said: “The Small Business Bonus Scheme has been one of the undoubted successes of the SNP Government and I am delighted it continues to go from strength to strength.

“Across Clackmannanshire nearly 700 businesses benefit from collective rates

relief of over £1 million – protecting businesses and jobs when it is most needed.

“The Scottish Government has made a huge effort to help small business during difficult times – not just through this scheme but also through making it much easier for SMEs to bid for public contracts – and simply underlines how much more we could do to help business if we had full economic powers and independence.

“Under the SNP, Scotland now has the most generous rates package of anywhere in the UK, and it is no coincidence the latest figures show private sector employment in Scotland increasing by 55,000 over the year to the second quarter of 2011, and the Scottish labour market in general continues to outperform that of the UK.

“These figures really are good news and I warmly welcome the commitment from the Cabinet Secretary for Finance during his conference speech the Small Business Bonus Scheme would continue under the SNP.”

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Dedicated Menstrie volunteers cleaned up

the area’s woodlands so fellow residents can enjoy the area.

The volunteers got together on Saturday, October 29 to tackle problems with litter, damaged trees and overgrown shrubs.

Chair of the Menstrie community council, Les

Sharp said: “We had a great day, the kids who turned up to help had loads of fun, not only doing their bit in helping with clearing rubbish but getting dirty with permission.

“It is a shame that people find it acceptable to throw rubbish into the woodlands, it is such a beautiful, safe place to walk except to find that the place is littered with other

Big clean up in MenstrieVolunteers gathered to assist with the clean up task

peoples unwanted cans, bottles and even

old chemical tubs, it would be nice to know who they are and we could then return their rubbish to them.”

The group also managed to clear some overhanging and hazardous trees from the footpath to make the walk even safer and opened up the canopy.

The group would like to thank all who turned out and to Liz and Val for providing a much welcomed bacon rolls at lunchtime.

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A service to remember Scotland’s servicemen and

women will be held in Alloa this month.

On Sunday, November 13 the people of Alloa will gather to pay tribute to the courage and commitment of Scotland’s servicemen and women during the Remembrance Sunday parade.

The parade will be led by the Balaklava Pipes and Drums and will form at Greenside Street car park before proceeding to the war memorial in Bedford Place. The ceremony will begin at 10.30am.

Clackmannan District Brass Band’s bugler’s will sound the Last Post before those gathered observe the two minutes’ silence.

The ceremonial Act of Remembrance will be carried out by Lord Lieutenant Rt Hon Mr

George Reid and Provost Derek Stewart. Wreaths will also be laid by representatives from the Scottish Parliament, the Royal British Legion, Central Scotland Police, Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Service, alongside many others from various local uniformed and community organisations.

After the wreaths have been laid there will be a joint church service at St. Mungo’s Parish Church with Rev. Sang Cha and Rev. Liz Clelland and all are welcome to attend.

Provost Derek Stewart said: “On Remembrance Sunday, I would ask all of Scotland to pause for a moment to reflect and pay tribute to our servicemen and women, past and present, who have made the ultimate sacrifice in defence of our country.”

Sunday 13th: a day the Wee County remembers

As I was sorting through e-mails today I came

across a story about your local MP, Gordon Banks and Dr Richard Simpson MSP taking some time to volunteer at the Barnardos shop in Alloa. It cheered me up to see how happy everyone looked in the picture.

The politicians were taking part in Make a Difference Day which saw politicians, celebs and ordinary people take a bit of time out to volunteer in their local charity shop.

Seeing this made me appreciate people taking the time to do this and I really hope some of them carry it on and make volunteering a regular occurrence.

I started volunteering in my local Oxfam shop when I was

made redundant and needed something to fill my days until I found another job. I had always wanted to volunteer but working full time I never seemed to have enough time, but I now enjoy it so much I have kept it on and volunteer once a month.

I chose Oxfam because I appreciate their work in international development and poverty relief, something close to my heart after volunteering for three months in Tanzania. It is hard not to go there and see the poverty and come back without feeling a need to help in some way, and help others in the same situation.

Not everyone has the same reasons as me though and as soon as I walked into the shop to do my first day as a volunteer I realised why people give up their time.

For one, my fellow volunteers are genuinely nice people and are happy to help a new volunteer find their feet. They all had interesting stories, which as a journalist was great, and they loved to chat and share them with me. It really makes

working for free fun and go in really quickly. The manager of the shop, Liz, is also fantastic. She is so passionate about her job and gave me lots of interesting facts about the work Oxfam do. This is one reason I’m sure people volunteer – to meet new friends. It’s also a reason why people should give it a go for a while.

I had worked in a shop for years while at university so I had experience working in retail, however some of the people I’ve met are really looking to get experience they struggle to get elsewhere. It’s great to see them learning and hopefully can move on into paid employment with skills they wouldn’t have had otherwise.

There’s so many other reasons to volunteer – maybe it would even give you time away from a busy work place to spend time in a more chilled environment, maybe you believe in karma or maybe you just want to try to build confidence.

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Wee County residents are reminded there will be a

spectacular fireworks display this weekend.

The show will take place at Westend Park in Alloa on November 5th and it is set to be one of the best professional fireworks displays in Central Scotland.

The event has been organised by the Alloa and District Round Table and they have promised to improve on last year’s incredible evening.

Local band Nae Danger are headlining the evening event, and will play right up to the start of the firework display, which, according to the organisers will be even bigger and

better than last year.David Westland, Round Table

Firework Committee Chair “Last year’s event was a massive success for both Alloa and Clackmannanshire, offering an alternative local display which exceeded all expectations, and importantly raised thousands of pounds for local good causes.”

Children’s entertainers will also be on site to entertain and amuse youngsters attending the event.

The Round Table will also be selling glow sticks, light sticks and food on the evening.

It should be noted that alcohol and fireworks are not allowed into the park.

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Wee County residents are being urged to stay safe while having

fun during Bonfire night celebrations.Central Scotland Fire and Rescue Ser-

vice and NHS Forth Valley are sending out a message to stay safe.

The Fire Service is encouraging mem-bers of the public where possible to at-tend organized events but if they are hav-ing their own celebrations, to follow the Fireworks Code of Practice and ensure

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fireworks displays are carried out cor-rectly and safely.

CSFRS Community Safety Manager Gordon Pryde said: “Bonfire Night is an enjoyable evening and we want people to remember it for all the right reasons rather than the wrong reasons.

“Fireworks play a significant part of Bonfire Night and can be very danger-ous if the correct safety advice is not followed. While we would always encour-age people to attend organised events to cut down these dangers, we realise that some people will be holding their own events and we want to ensure they have a safe evening.”

NHS Forth Valley Senior Charge Nurse,

Glynis Fotheringham added: “Although fireworks can be spectacular they can also be very dangerous if not handled properly.

“Not only can you get burns on hands and fingers but there is also the danger of a firework exploding into the face, result-ing in burns which have the potential to cause serious eye injuries. It is vital that people adhere to the Firework Code.”

Fireworks can only be set off until mid-night on Bonfire Night and it is illegal to throw fireworks in the street or other pub-lic places.

The Fire Service has issues some ad-vice for if you are planning to hold a fire-work display.

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4 A bucket of cold water should be nearby to cool sparklers and put out any small fires.

5 Always wear eye protection and gloves when handling fireworks. Make sure that only one person is responsible for letting off fireworks.

6 Light fireworks at arm’s length, using a taper.

7 Make sure that everyone stands well back from the fireworks. Never go back to a firework that has been lit.

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New business opportunities in Wee CountyA new industrial development

in Central Alloa is providing opportunities for businesses to find their perfect unit.

The development, owned by Ceteris, has now opened at Ward Street, Alloa.

Ceteris announced in April that they would be converting a larger unit at Ward Street into smaller units to make a ‘mini trade-centre’.

Margaret-Mary Rafferty, Ceteris Managing Director said, “We are really pleased that we are now able to open the development which has been delivered on time and within budget.

“The quality of units is superb, borne out by the fact that we already have three units let and we feel that they are of an optimum size for new and growing enterprises. At 1200sq ft the units are small enough to be affordable but large enough to accommodate a business’s needs.”

Spearheading the development has been Angela Ogilvie, Ceteris’s Operations Director. She said: ‘We have worked extremely hard over the summer months to ensure that the

development would be available to businesses by the Autumn.

“There has been an encouraging amount of interest in the conversion and once potential tenants could see what they were being offered for a competitive price, we had three units let immediately.”

Angela added: “Part of our company’s remit is to encourage economic regeneration, we work closely with businesses through our Business Gateway operations and this is one of the reasons why we are so pleased to be developing a range of sizes from 1,200 – 2,500 sq ft where we believe there is a demand. When we set the specification for the development, one of the objectives was to offer units so that our existing occupiers might

be able to grow into them. We are therefore delighted that one of our existing customers, The Sign Shop, has decided to grow his business in this way.

Cameron Watt, owner of Sign Shop said: “It’s suitable for what we need. The refit looks great and we can’t wait to get in.

“We’ve been in temporary accommodation for a year. We’re upgrading in size to a larger unit from Ceteris which has been tailored to suit our needs.

“It has large doors at the front which can accommodate lorries which is something we couldn’t do before so it’s perfect for us.”

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A group of talented Alloa musicians are taking Central

Scotland by storm with their Springsteen tribute act.

The Rising, are the UK’s number one Springsteen Tribute band and are playing a string of gigs in the local area.

The group will be performing a return gig at McQs Bannockburn on Friday, November 11 and promise it will be a brilliant live gig for both those who love Springsteen and those who do not.

The group, made up of Irene Lawrie, who grew up in Alloa, Steven Lawlor, Alloa, Jimmy Munro, Tullibody, Mike Carruthers and Mark Drysdale and Stuart Little from the Hillfoots.

The group, who are friends and family, are all talented and experienced musicians having played in various bands for most of their lives.

They took the decision to become a Springsteen tribute, a musician they are all fans of, after Steven there was no one performing his music.

Irene, the groups vocalist said: “Steven began to wonder if it could be done well. We got together and rehearsed constantly before we played our first live

show. We’re having a huge amount of fun and it’s turned out to be a big success.”

Since inception, the group have played various gigs, including a very successful show at the Glasgow Ferry where over 400 people attended. They now play this show annually.

The group will also be playing at The Old Brewery, Alloa on December 29 and they hope local people can attend.

Irene added: “The music of Springsteen and the E Street Band is complex and difficult to reproduce but The Rising, being passionate about Springsteen, have managed to become as close to the real thing as you’ll get.

“The Rising are a fun band to see and even for non-Springsteen fans it will be a good night of live music.”

The same group of musicians also perform together as Fever, one of Scotland’s top corporate entertainment and wedding bands.

The will be playing everything from the Kinks to the Killers on Friday 18th November in the Old Brewery.

For enquiries for both bands contact Irene Lawrie on 01738 860924.

Wee County residents are being encouraged

to pay their council tax to Clackmannanshire Council by direct debit.

The council have also thanked everyone who have already switched to paying their council tax by direct debit. It costs just 4p to process a direct debit payment, compared to up to £2 for a payment made by other means such as cash payments, so the switch means more money can be spent on frontline services.

The drive to encourage residents to switch payment methods has seen over 1200 new direct debit accounts set up over the past 18 months. And the campaign continues, with staff asking every customer to consider this quick and easy payment method.

Depute Council Leader Councillor Bobby McGill said:

“I’m delighted that our ongoing campaign has converted so many people to direct debit, but we must continue to push this message. Every household that switches to paying council tax by direct debit means extra money for the Council to spend on vital services like education, social services and housing.

“There are lots of advantages to paying by direct debit. It saves you stamps or a trip to a Council office. It’s quick and easy to set up and once it’s set up you never have to worry about forgetting a payment. It also means you have the choice of paying over 12 months instead of ten.”

To set up a direct debit, residents should call the Council with their bank details on 01259 450000. Residents can choose to pay either weekly every Friday or monthly either over 10 or 12 months on 1st, 15th or the 28th of each month.

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By Alison Mann

Born in the Wee County!Tribute act ‘Takes Em’ as they Come’


Citizen of the year ceremony plannedBy Alison Mann

Dedicated volunteers across the Wee County are

to be recognised in an annual awards ceremony.

Nominations are currently being accepted for the award of Clackmannanshire’s Citizen of the Year, which will be given on February 23 in Alloa Town Hall.

In preparation for the event, Clackmannanshire council is asking people to nominate someone who has given their time and energy - on a voluntary basis - to benefit the local community. Nominees do not have to be well-known or involved in high-profile events, as long as their efforts benefit local people.

Previous nominees are also eligible to be nominated

again. The current Citizen of the Year is Anna Forbes who received the title in recognition of her involvement over many years in various community groups.

Provost Derek Stewart, who will host the awards ceremony, said: “Throughout Clackmannanshire there are many individuals who are giving their time to help benefit others, often with little or no recognition.

“In my role as Provost I hear of lots of achievements and I am amazed at just how much of the preparation and support is provided by volunteers. I do hope that people will see the Citizen of the Year as an opportunity to highlight the efforts of those they come in contact with. This is the 8th year

of the award ceremony. Let’s make it an extra special one.”

Once again, the gala awards ceremony will be a joint event with Clackmannanshire Arts Forum and Clackmannanshire Sports Council with three different categories of award - Citizen of the Year, Sports Council Awards and Arts Forum Awards. And for the first time the Council’s staff awards will also be presented on the night.

The event will also recognise enterprising activities between local businesses and schools over the past year through the Enterprise in Education - Determined to Succeed awards.

The main Citizen of the Year award will be sponsored by the Lord Lieutenant’s Trust.

The Sports Council Awards recognise outstanding ability,

Nominate your Wee County volunteer

dedication and achievement in sport over the past year. An award for services to sport is also handed out to an individual who has given exceptional voluntary service over many years and made a difference to sport in Clackmannanshire.

Clackmannanshire Arts Forum uses the award ceremony to pay tribute to people who have enhanced the lives of others by providing guidance,

talent and expertise in all forms of Arts.

Nomination forms, except for the Enterprise in Education category, are available from all Council offices. To nominate an individual or group for outstanding service to the community complete a form and return it to Provost Derek Stewart at Greenfield. You can also email nominations to the Provost at dstewart@clacks.

gov.uk or visit www.clacksweb.org.uk and complete an online nomination form.

Further information is available from: Eileen McKinsley, Clackmannanshire Council, Greenfield, Alloa, FK10 2AD. Tel: 01259 452011 or email [email protected]

The closing date for nominations is 20th January 2012.

Anna Forbes, (far left) current Citizen of the Year.

An Alloa woman who turned to knitting after

battling cancer has taken her hobby to the next level and bought a spinning wheel.

Maggie Garbutt, 56, was diagnosed with breast cancer last year and after undergoing a major operation in January this year felt she needed to do something productive.

The mum-of-two started knitting all manner of woolen items from hats to blankets to give her a purpose after battling the killer disease.

Talking to the Wee County, she said: “I felt I needed to be making things as an antidote to the cancer, and it had to be something that I had made with my hands, so that at the end of the year I could

turn round and say ‘Yes I had cancer, but look what I have created’.”

Creative Maggie also wanted to support her friend Jane Edwards who runs an educational project at Wester Dollarbeg Organic Farm that teaches children about animal husbandry and where their food comes from.

This inspired Maggie to take her knitting hobby to the next level and take the unusual step of buying a spinning wheel, which she will use to wind her own yarn that can be used in her products.

She added: “I wanted to buy her fleeces from her, so that we could work together to create something from the land, to see the sheep as lambs, watch them grow, and

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Local woman masters spinning wheel after suffering killer disease

then turn their wool into shawls and throws, and this was the inspiration for the spinning.”

Trying to expand her hobby into something she could make a bit of money from led Maggie to join the Ochil Craft Association.

The group has supported her in starting up her own business and she has already sold her goods at craft fares across Central Scotland.

Maggie said: “They are

a marvelous group of local people who came together to support and encourage Craft Workers in Central Scotland.

“They have recently opened a shop in Grangemouth and their ideas and advice have been invaluable to me in starting up.”

Maggie is now working on selling her Scottish-inspired woolen products and making something positive come from her battle with cancer.

She added: “All of my knitting is inspired by the landscape and my garden. I am hoping to combine traditional Fair Isle, fisherman’s and Arran stitches to create knitwear that is modern, but reflects the Scottish traditions. I am currently designing and using patterns for Celtic knot work and Viking symbols.”

To find out more about Maggie’s knitting contact her on [email protected].


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Local politicians have been making a difference

in the Wee County as part of a national campaign.

Gordon Banks, MP for Ochil and South Perthshire and Dr. Richard Simpson MSP took to the shop floor at Barnardos for national Make A Difference Day on Friday, October 28.

The annual event, organised by Community Service Volunteers (CSV) encourages people to get a taster experience of volunteer work. It is also an ideal opportunity to meet other

people in the local area and make a big difference to the community.

Gordon Banks MP said: “I was delighted to support Make A Difference Day, the staff and volunteers were very friendly and patient with us. Volunteering is a great way to meet people – and everyone gets something out of it, the organisation and the volunteer.

“Barnardos raise funds for the vulnerable children in society and help children up and down the country and volunteers help to make this possible.”

Dr. Richard Simpson MSP

added: “I would encourage people in Clackmannanshire to consider volunteering if they have a few hours to spare. It’s a good way of acquiring new skills and giving something back to the community.

“I thoroughly enjoyed my visit to Barnardos, and it was nice to meet staff and volunteers – they made us feel very welcome. Barnardos have done such wonderful work for children for many years now, and with Christmas fast approaching, I’m sure they would be glad of some extra help in their shops.”

Wee County residents have been asked to

get their thinking caps on and come forward with ideas for a tribute to the Queen.

Provost Derek Stewart and Lord Lieutenant Rt Hon George Reid are calling on people to give their ideas to make up part of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 2012.

Buckingham Palace is co-ordinating a programme of events around the long weekend of 2nd to 5th June 2012. This will include a Big Jubilee Lunch, a Diamond Jubilee Pageant with 1000 boats on the Thames, a concert at Buckingham

Palace and the lighting of 2012 beacons across the UK.

Some of the beacons will be in Clackmannanshire, along the Ochils and perhaps elsewhere such as at Clackmannan Tower. Individual communities are being encouraged to organise their own celebrations, such as Diamond Jubilee lunches or parties, commemorative tree planting or parades.

The Council is planning to organise a touring exhibition that will include Coronation memorabilia, photographs of the Queen’s visits to Clackmannanshire in 1963 and 1997, reminiscences of Her Majesty’s Coronation and local visits. as well as a look

at the changes in the county during the last sixty years.

Provost Stewart said: “We’re looking for your ideas on how to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee. We’re also looking for contributions to the exhibition. There must be lots of photographs of Coronation parties and other events out there, as well as souvenirs stored away in the loft. I remember as a child we celebrated the coronation with a street party between Mount William and Tower View in Sauchie. It poured with rain all day until 4pm, so the party didn’t start until 5pm. All the children got a goody bag. All children in the country also got a commemorative half pint tumbler, so I’m going to try to

find mine.” Lord Lieutenant Rt

Hon George Reid said: “The Queen has given extraordinary service in the 60 years since her accession. I am sure that Clackmannanshire people will wish to recognise that and participate in the celebrations. I am hopeful that there will be at least beacons across the Ochils.”

If you have any photographs of the county from the 1950s, memorabilia from the Coronation or if you would like to be interviewed about your memories of 1952/3, please contact Susan Mills, Museum and Heritage Officer, on 01259 216913 or email: [email protected].

Making a difference across the Wee CountyBy Alison Mann

Ideas wanted for Diamond JubileeBy Alison Mann

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Wee County residents are being given the chance to win £1,000 to spend on a festive celebration. As

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their most disastrous festive experience to be in with a change of winning £1,000 of M&S vouchers to spend on delicious food, champagne, decorations and all the trimmings.

Claire Parker, Marketing Director for Christies Kitchens, said: “At Christies Kitchens, we believe that the kitchen is the heart of the home but understand that Christmas can be quite a stressful time for whoever is left in the kitchen cooking.

“We’d love to hear from anyone who’s had a Christmas that didn’t quite go to plan. Maybe the oven malfunctioned half-way through cooking the dinner, or perhaps the dog ate all the Christmas turkey. Or were you snowed in and couldn’t even get to the shops?

“To make sure that this doesn’t happen again, we would like to reward the most unfortunate Christmas cracker with £1,000 vouchers so that they can celebrate Christmas in style.”

To enter the competition, a short description (of no more than 150 words) should be emailed to [email protected] no later than November 27 2011. The top three stories will then be put on a Facebook poll and the one with the most votes by midday on December 7 will be chosen as the winner.

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Chief Inspector Donald McMillan, head of the force’s Road Policing Unit, said: “Winter is fast approaching and that means poorer weather conditions and darker days. Motorists can take simple steps to ensure they stay safe on the roads and it is imperative that vehicles are kept in good condition. Many defects, particularly worn tyres and lighting defects may have gone unnoticed in the summer months, and now is the time to ensure your vehicle is fit for winter driving conditions.

“I’m urging all motorists to Get Ready for Winter. Make sure you get into the habit of checking weather forecasts and plan your journey accordingly. If bad weather is forecast make sure you carry extra provisions including food, clothes, a blanket and even a snow shovel so if you do get stuck you are prepared. If you have a mobile make sure it is fully charged. Don’t let your vehicle run on empty and let people know where you are going if you really must travel in bad weather.

“If you are travelling to an airport check that your flight is still scheduled to take-off or land. There is no point travelling if an airport is closed due to severe weather.

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you do become stranded, notify us and stay with your vehicle. We will make sure assistance gets to you as soon as possible.”

Chief Inspector McMillan added: “We are preparing for a harsh winter and I urge all motorists to make sure they are ready too. We have had two severe winters and we have all had experience of driving in horrendous

conditions. However we still need people to prepare for another harsh bout of winter weather so nobody is caught out.

“Ultimately the decision to travel is down to the individual. We appreciate that ‘essential travel’ means different things to different people but drivers must consider the potential risk that they place themselves,

and emergency service personnel, in by making unnecessary journeys and becoming stranded.

“To assist this I urge local businesses to make sure that their staff are aware of company policy in respect of being unable to get to work perhaps due to disrupted travel or even school closures when staff have to leave to look after their children.

“If we can all provide motorists with the most accurate advice then road users can make informed decisions on whether to travel. As individuals and as corporate businesses we all have a responsibility to Get Ready for Winter and to be prepared to deal with prolonged severe weather hitting our area as it did during the last two years.”


Alva Academy NotesMacMillan

The last of the sponsored events for MacMillan Cancer Support took place in Glasgow on the 16th October. A 160ft bungee jump was completed by S6 pupils

Matthew Craven, Richard Scobie, Cairy McNeil, Lawrence Allan and Nicole

Mutter. The staff at the bungee jump were very impressed at the amount of money these pupils managed to raise for MacMillan and were pleased they could be part of it. Everybody who took part enjoyed the experience thoroughly and are glad they faced their fears.

The total monies raised for MacMillan this year by Alva Academy is an amazing £12,109.52

Cameron ScobieIn late September of this year Cameron

Scobie competed in the Karate World Championships in Edinburgh. This is the first World Championships that Cameron has competed in. To compete in the Wold Championships you have to be a black belt. Cameron achieved this when he was 12

but was not able to compete in the previous championships due to government laws not allowing the team to compete in the country it was held in.

This year Cameron achieved two bronze medals and a silver medal at the Championships. There were 34 different countries represented in the competition. In the individual fight Cameron finished third. Cameron feels he could of done better however he had to pull out due to a sore knee. This is still a great achievement though and huge congratulations to him. He also competed in family and team kata. This is a

performance with three people putting on a demonstration. In both of these events he achieved silver. Well done to Cameron we have big hope for the future for him.

New Writing GroupA creative writing group will be held every

Monday after school. The group will be run by S6 pupil Joe Marriott and Miss Grant on alternating weeks. At the writing group you can get help and encouragement with your writing outside of school or with your English folio and join in lively discussions about creative writing.

You will also get the opportunity to read out your work and to display it in the library. Anyone is welcome to come along and if you are interested in creative writing, the writing group will be an excellent place to receive support and encouragement.

Wear it PinkWear it Pink, the breast cancer campaign

has done a great job of raising lots of money once again through Alva Academy’s charity committee. All pupils and staff were given

the opportunity to add something pink to what they wearing and contribute a donation. Pupils from the charity committee were selling pink ribbons around registration class all week to raise money for this great cause. There was also a competition for the best dressed pink department in the school, which was won by the staff in the English department with Ms Douglas winning the best ‘pink’ dressed female teacher. The Main Office was a close second. Mr Clifford won the best dressed ‘pink’ male teacher. As always every department made a fantastic effort. The S6 charities committee also held a staff coffee morning which was very well supported. Once again the school raised money for a worthwhile cause. Well done to everyone involved.

FootballThe Alva Academy under 13s football team

continued their dominant run of form again, this time away to Dunblane, where they swept aside their opposition 8-0! Goals came from several members of the team from all positions on the park displaying a very strong team performance with Jake Murphy securing the man of the match award.

Inter-House competition

Congratulations to pupils in Schaw House who have won this week’s Inter-House competition and gain 15 points for the House. Erskine were in second place gaining 10 points with Bruce in third place gaining 5 House points. In the course of next week bronze, silver and gold certificates will be awarded during assemblies. 1E2 last week topped the table for excellent co-operation.

AssembliesThe winning group from the

Faraday Challenge carried out in school in October received their trophy at the S1 assembly – we are awaiting news of whether they have won a place in the next round of the competition.

Last week’s assemblies were led by our school chaplains but took a very different format from the usual. Members of GX International performed feats of skill in skateboarding and BMX-biking – performing tricks over the prone bodies of teachers! Team Extreme members showed off their skills lifting two pupils on the end of an iron bar and swinging them around as a human helicopter, as well as Martial Arts-style dancing and rapping. The message from each of the assemblies was about making positive choices for life.

This week in assemblies we have been sharing the results of our last pupil focus groups. Pupil representatives have collated the information gathered and

the responses from the Senior Management team. All of the information has been shared with staff allowing us to take pupil preferences and comments into account when planning learning.

Please note that poppies will be on sale in school over the next two weeks in preparation for our Armistice Assemblies next week.

Monitoring and tracking

Please note that October Monitoring and Tracking letters are being issued today, Wednesday 2nd November. Some hints on how to respond to the letter have been added to our website. Please let us know if you have any other suggestions to share with fellow parents.

Can you help?As we approach prelim time, we are looking for Parent Volunteers to help with the invigilation of exams within the school. No experience is required and, even if you can only spare a half-day, we would be grateful for your support. Please call the School Office to register your availability.

AchievementsCongratulations to all pupils

in Bruce House in S2 who have achieved first aid certificates in the Inter-Disciplinary Learning experience.

Congratulations also to Michelea Whitfield, Amy Armitage and Kendra Johnstone of 1S1 who have all achieved the Bronze Award in the Reading Programme.

Open EveningA fuller report on the Alloa

Academy Open Evening has been submitted by Alison MacFarlane our Head Girl – we hope that you enjoy it.

Parents’ Evenings

Our S4 Parents’ Evening took place on Monday of this week and was well-attended. Future Parents’ Evenings will take place for S5/6 on 14th November and for S1 on

Monday 28th November. We look forward to seeing parents on those dates. At the S Parents’ Evening on Monday 14th November we will be trialling a slightly different venue and format. We will then evaluate our experiences and consult with parents about their preferences.

Alloa Academy Notes

Open Evening.By Alison MacFarlane

Alloa Academy welcomed the public through their doors for yet another successful Open Evening.

The event which was held on Wednesday the 12th of October saw pupils, parents, friends and the wider community paying visit to different departments in the school. Visitors had the chance to talk to different teachers and to have a look around the classrooms and other learning areas such as the library and canteen, which would not normally be open to the general public.

There was a 1600 by 1600 display that contained a piece of work by every single pupil in the school giving parents the opportunity to see their child’s progress and hard work. During the evening we ran a merit system where the visitors could, upon seeing a pupil’s work, nominate them for a merit award.

There were several events taking place in each department; with hands on experiments in

Science, engineering skills being demonstrated in Technical and cookery in Home Economics, there was something for everyone. The Art Department were keeping visitors busy with a Biscuits for Excellence quiz, where the public had to go round each department, finding out which biscuit the Art teachers had made that would link with each subject. The winners were: 1st place, Lucy Deas (3B2), 2nd place was Jasmine and Jordan Lockie (4E1 and EASN respectfully) and in 3rd place, Jack Jarvie (3E2). There were also various displays on during the night, including music students performing some of their own pieces and PE pupils engaging in a game of basketball.

Sports Development staff and Parent Council members also attended the evening , offering advice and news about up and coming events. The Enterprise and Employability students were on hand with some of the Prefects, House Captains and Head Prefects to offer tours around the school, with a few of the Enterprise and Employability students selling wooden bird boxes. There was also a refreshment stall with some delicious homemade cakes, baked by our own Home Economics staff and pupils.

The feedback from the event, from everyone involved was reassuringly positive, with many visitors commenting on the displays of work and how welcoming both the pupils and staff were. The Head Girl would like to thank all Prefects who were involved in the evening – it was very much appreciated not just by the staff but by the visitors also. Thank you to Katie Bell, who took the photographs. Mrs Ebsworth, Head Teacher commented “This was a brilliant event which gave us the opportunity to show off some of the great work which goes on in Alloa Academy! Well done to everyone involved”


News BriefMusic in Dollar group will be holding the second concert in its 20011-12 season of concerts in the Gibson Hall, Dollar Academy, on Saturday November 12. The concert will feature the outstanding playing of classical guitarist Sean Shibe and cellist Robert Irvine.Sean is currently studying at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama. He has performed to critical acclaim throughout the United Kingdom, China, Holland and Germany. This year, Sean won the Gold medal and First Prize in The Royal Overseas League Competition final in The Queen Elizabeth Hall, London and he is due to make his debut at the world-famous Wigmore Hall next year.Tickets to what promises to be a memorable concert are £8 per adult and are available on the door. Accompanied children are admitted free.The concerts usually last about two hours, with wine and soft drinks served during the interval.Julian Reeves from Dollar Music Society said: “Everyone is welcome and thanks to the generous support of Enterprise Music Scotland, our concerts are a great way for people to hear wonderful music performed by first-class musicians, right in the heart of their community – at a fraction of the cost it would usually be.“We’re really keen for families to come along – so there’s no charge for accompanied children.”

A piece of heavy machinery was stolen from an Alloa yard after thieves cut

their way through fencing to gain entry.Central Scotland Police are investigating

the theft of a vibrating plate which is used for road repairs and is valued at a three-figure-sum. It had been stored in a trailer in a se-cure yard on the Forthbank Industrial Estate.

The equipment was stolen between 4.45pm on Wednesday, October 26 and 730pm on Thursday, October 27. The yard, used to

store machinery and vehicles for Road Con-tracts has wire fencing around it - was cut.

The plate is approximately 12 inches by 18 inches, powered by a small Honda engine and would need at least two people to remove i t .

Anyone who has information relating to the theft is asked to contact Central Scot-land Police on 01786 456000, or Crimestop-pers where anonymity can be maintained.

Thieves strike again

Stirling Castle experts to par-ticipate in historic conference

Experts involved in returning Stirling

Castle’s royal palace to how it may have looked in the 1540s will be taking part in a conference this month.

Historic Scotland is hosting ‘Rebirth of the Palace’ with presentations from experts involved in the £12million project.

The conference will take place at Pathfood Lecture Theatre, University of Stirling on Saturday 26 and Sunday November 27.

Topics will include courtly life in Scotland and Europe in the sixteenth

century, the influences on the architecture and decoration at Stirling and the magnificent Stirling Heads and unicorn tapestries.

There will also be a presentation on the digital scanning of the Palace.

Deborah Mays, Director of Policy and Outreach said: “This conference will give people a fascinating insight into the amazing craftsmanship and historical research involved in the prestigious project to fully refurbish Stirling Castle’s six great royal apartments.”

Clackmannan locals got their walking boots on

for a guided walk as they set off from Clackmannan Library, led by walk leader Jane McArdle.

The walk was part of a project organised by the Wee County walkers that aims to provide healthy walks around Clackmannanshire.

Organised led walks are

held throughout the week departing from Alva Cochrane Hall at Noon (Monday), Ochilview Pub Car Park, Fishcross at 2pm (Tuesday), Clackmannan Library at2pm (Wednesday), Dollar Health Centre car park at 10am (Thursday) Tesco, Alloa at Noon (Friday) and Sterling Mills Outlet Village, Tillicoultry near the Nike shop at

10.30am (Saturday).All walks are short, safe

and open to everyone. Walkers should wear comfortable shoes and be dressed for the weather.

Walks last about an hour and normally finish with a cup of tea and a chat.

To find out more about the walks contact Jane McArdle on 01259 290316.

Walking for an active lifestyle

Walk Leader Jane McArdle with local walkers about to set off from Clackmannan Library

The Dollar Under Fives pre-school has been

praised for giving children a happy environment in which to learn.

In a report released on

Tots happy learning environment in DollarInspectors report on good work

do well and what needs to improve. The school was also advised to involve children more in talking about their learning and thinking about what they want to learn next.

Due to the positive report inspectors have ruled that they will make no further visits to Dollar Under Fives with regards to the recent inspection.

November 2 inspectors detailed the visit they paid to the facility. Inspectors found four main key strengths of the group.

They found that the children were happy and enjoyed their learning experiences throughout the playgroup. Relationships

were also found to be positive and there was a caring ethos between staff, children and parents.

It was also noted that staff and the committee chairperson work together effectively in developing partnerships. The commitment of staff and

parents in supporting continuous development was praised within the report.

There were two recommendations over how the school could improve. To develop a more formal monitoring and self-evaluation that would help staff identify what they


7 Day Diet PlanMonday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Breakfast: 2 slices of Burgen toast with peanut butter or chocolate spreadSnack: AppleLunch: Tin of Baxters Healthy choice Lentil and Vegetable soup. Serve with 2 dark ryvita topped with low fat soft cheese and tomatoSnack: Pot of low fat yoghurtDinner: Chicken breast slit open to form a pocket. Stuff with a tsp of extra light cheese, 1 slice of lean ham and a tsp of tomato puree. Oven bake until the juices run clear. Serve with a medium sized sweet potato, sliced into wedges and baked until soft.

Breakfast: 40g portion of large flake porridge oats with semi-skimmed milk and a pinch of cinnamonSnack: PearLunch: Wholemeal pitta bread filled with a small tin of tuna, sweetcorn, spring onion, spinach leaves and a little extra light mayoSnack: 2 finger kit-kat or 99 calorie drifter barDinner: 150g turkey steak cut into 6 chunks. Make 2 kebabs alternating turkey chunks with mushroom, cherry tomatoes and courgette. Drizzle with sweet chilli dressing and serve with 5 heaped tablespoons of Tilda butternut squash brown basmati rice

Breakfast: 45g serving of All Bran with sliced strawberries. Serve with a pot of low fat yoghurt.Snack: 2 oatcakes with a thin scraping of chocolate spread or peanut butterLunch: Wholemeal pitta bread filled with half a pack of flavoured cooked chicken mini fillets, spinach leaves, cucumber and sliced tomato. Add a tablespoon of low fat dressing of your choice.Snack: AppleDinner: Tuna steak served with a handful of stir fried Chinese vegetables in soy sauce, ginger and garlic and a block of wholemeal noodles.

Breakfast: 2 oatibix with semi-skimmed milk and a chopped bananaSnack: Pot of low fat yoghurtLunch: Sandwich on Burgen bread with home-made egg mayo using 2 hard boiled eggs and a chopped spring onion with extra light mayoSnack: Pack of special K mini bitesDinner: One Bird’s eye Reggae Reggae chicken chargrill served with a baked sweet potato and a bag of steamfresh veg

Breakfast: 2 slices of Burgen toast with peanut butter or chocolate spreadSnack: AppleLunch: Home-made salad with a small tin of tuna, dark green spinach leaves, grated carrot, beetroot, cucumber, cherry tomatoes and spring onion. Add one hard boiled egg and dress with extra light mayoSnack: 2 nairns ginger oat biscuitsDinner: Chicken and Sundried Tomato Pasta: grill a large chicken breast and serve on a bed of wholemeal penne with ½ a pot of Dolmio light sundried tomato stir in sauce. Add grilled mushrooms, courgette, red pepper and onion.Treat: 1 glass of wine

Breakfast: 45g of All Bran with semi-skimmed milk and blueberriesSnack: Pot of low fat yoghurtLunch: Half carton of fresh Minestrone soup. Serve with 2 dark ryvita spread with low fat soft cheeseSnack: Small skimmed latteDinner: Marks and Spencers ‘count on us’ meal of your choice (under 400 calories)Dessert: Solero Ice lolly – berry flavour

Breakfast: 2 scrambled eggs and grilled mushrooms on one slice of Burgen toastSnack: AppleLunch: Home-made salad with a small tin of pink salmon, dark green leaves, tomato, cucumber, beetroot, red onion and sliced pepper. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and add low fat thousand island dressing.Snack: Pot of low fat yoghurtDinner: 2 thick slices of a roast Turkey crown with 4 baby new potatoes and a large portion of steamed asparagus and carrotsDessert: Berry dessert - in a large wine glass, form layers of reduced fat vanilla ice cream, blueberry flavour low fat yeo valley yoghurt and frozen forrest fruits. Leave to chill for 10 mins before serving

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Here is the next phase of the diet. Its been pretty strict up til now so I have factored in some desserts at the weekend to look forward to!

People might like to know that the meals and snacks can be mixed and matched each day as they all have a very similar calorie content.

I think the key is finding the food combinations that you enjoy and that fill you up. There is no point in blindly following a diet if you hate the foods or feel really starving. By trying out the different meals you can find out through trial and error which ones suit you best.

The very best diet plan is the one that you can do with ease - and if that means eating the same lunch every day for a while then so be it!

As far as the training goes, here are some ideas to ramp up the intensity and increase the calorie burn:

RETURN TO WORKOUT 2:CHEST PRESS ON BALL - 6kg - Swiss ball squat with lateral raise (arms out to sides as you squat, 3kg weights)PULLOVER ON BENCH – legs elevated to make tummy work harderPLANK POSITION – hold for 45-60 seconds. On second set bring alternate knees in towards chest for 20 reps.SHOULDER PRESS ON SWISS BALL – 4kg – press weights up above foreheadSEATED MEDICINE BALL TWIST – sit down on floor with legs bent and hold medicine ball at arms length. Lean back to fully engage abs and twist as far as you can from side to side, keeping arms straight.DIPS OFF BENCH – with feet as far as possible from bench to make it harder. 2nd set with feet elevated on BOSU ball (you could try this with feet up on small step)GLUTE RAISE ON SWISS BALL – lie flat on back and bend knees, bringing the ball in as close as you can to your body. Dig in hard through heels and use bum to lift your body off the floor in a strong upwards thrust. Place hands on floor either side of hips for balance.SIDE PLANK RAISE – lie on left side with legs straight, feet stacked and backside tucked in. Prop yourself up on left arm, making sure that left elbow is directly underneath shoulder. Use muscles of waist and shoulder to lift whole body off the floor. Go for 12 lifts and repeat on right side.BALL PASSOVER – lie flat on back and start with ball between feet and arms stretched overhead. Lift the ball with feet and reach up with arms to grab it. Pass the ball from feet to hands and lower the ball above head towards floor. Continue to pass the ball from hands to feet, making sure that you lift your head, neck and shoulders every time you reach up. Never let the ball touch the floor!

Exercise Guidelines for strength and cardio trainingThis diet is designed for maximum

fat loss without sacrificing your energy levels. The combination of lean proteins, slow releasing carbohydrates and essential fats will ensure you feel full and energised as the pounds fall off.

Focusing on natural foods such as wholegrains, fruits, vegetables, nuts

and seeds will improve the health of your entire body. The abundance of vitamins and minerals will nourish your system and help build a stronger immune system over the winter months.

Additionally, you will notice improvements in the condition of your skin, hair and nails as a result of the extra antioxidants in your diet.

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Ludgate Church: The fayre will take place in the Church Hall on Saturday,12th November from 10am till 2pm. Entrance is £1.50 which includes tea/coffee and cake. Come and browse amongst the balancing Butterflies, the Books and the beads etc. and then treat yourself to a bowl of soup for lunch. Everyone is Welcome.

Claremont Parent Council: On Tuesday November 22 at 6.30pm to 8pm in the school hall, Claremont Primary School, Carse Terrace, Alloa a bingo tea will be held. Doors open at 6.30pm, eyes down 7pm. Entry £1 adult, 50p children or £2 family includes refreshment. Lots of prizes to be won. Take your own lucky cup. Contact: Catherine Lambert – telephone 01259 210 847, email: [email protected].

Alva Community Council: The next meeting will be held on Monday 14th November, 2011 at 7.00pm in Alva Baptist Church. Community business will be discussed. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Please not there will be no Community Council meeting held in December.Derby and Joan Club: Domino result – 1 Mrs I Stalker, 2 Mr W Emslie, consolation Mrs V Spence. Whist result – 1 lady Mrs M Hill, consolation Mrs C Shepherd. I gent Mr J Duncan, consolation Mr I McLachlan. New members will be welcome every Wednesday at 1.45pm.

OES 464: The group are holding a Christmas bingo in the Masonic Hall, Clackmannan on Tuesday 22 November at 7.30pm. Tea ticket 60p.

Clackmannan Community Council: The next meeting of Clackmannan Community Council will be held on Monday 21st November 2011 at 7.00 pm in Clackmannan CAP. If you are interested in your local community please come along. We have reports from the Community Policeman and the local Councillors on the agenda. All welcome.

The Senior Citizens’ : Christmas party will be held on Wednesday 7th December 2011 at 2.00 pm. Tickets will be handed out on Friday 25th November at 9.30 am in Clackmannan CAP on a first come first served basis – maximum 2 per person. All OAPs are welcome.Coalsnaughton Burns Club: Cash

bingo every Monday in the lounge. Contact 01259 750517. Eyes down at 8.15pm, finished by 9.45pm.

Masonic: The AGM of Lodge Craiginnan will be held in the scout hall on Tuesday 8 November at 7.30pm. Financial report, election of office bearers followed by a Second Degree. The annual Installation will be held in the scout hall on Friday 25 November at 7pm.

St James the Great: St James the Great is holding a coffee morning on Saturday 5th November between 10.00am and 12.00 noon in the Burnside Hall, Dollar. Admission is £2 per person (children up to the age of 12 - £1) including tea/coffee/juice and home baking. There will be various stalls selling cakes, Christmas cards, gifts and crafts. This will be an ideal opportunity to start your Christmas shopping - everyone welcome.

The next meeting of Dollar History Society will be held on Tuesday, 8th. November. Our guest speaker will be Professor Richard Oram of Stirling University whose talk will be about Parks and Hunting in Medieval Scotland. The meeting will be held as usual in Dollar Academy dining hall and will begin at 7.30pm. Annual subscriptions remain unchanged at £9 for individuals and £16 for couples. Visitors are very welcome and are asked to pay £2. Pupils and students can always come free of charge.

Wee County Walkers: Why not join in the free walks led by Wee County Walkers? Become fitter as you enjoy and easy interesting walk. No need to book. Meet us in the car park beside Cats’ Protection just before 2pm on Tuesday. Back in time to meet the children coming out of school. Walks are suitable for all ages and abilities. Find out about local history as we walk. Put on comfortable footwear, dress for the weather and enjoy. Short, safe walks open to everyone. For more information contact Jane on 01259 290316 or 07825 052677. Come on your own or bring a friend.

Scottish Country Dance Class: The classes take place in the hall each Wednesday from 8pm to 9.30pm for a 10 week session before Christmas. Go along and give it a try.

Menstrie and Tullibody branch of the SNP are hosting a Bingo Tea on Friday 4th November at 7.30pm in the Dumyat Centre, Menstrie. This is a fundraising event and all are welcome, eyes down at 7.30pm in the Community Room, it beats watching telly.

Carers: Do you help to look after someone? Free Carer Information sessions start on Thursday 3 November in Menstrie Parish Church Hall at 1.30pm – 3.30pm. First session “Caring and Stress”. Either phone Ian on 07824 381280 for more information, or just come along. All carers welcome.

Muckhart Parish Church: This Sunday 6 November: The service will be led by Mrs Trisha Tilly, Reader.

Sauchie and Fishcross U F Church: Last Sunday morning, Rev Graham Brown spoke on “Fears for the Future”. Bill Brunton read Psalm 43. The theme at the Evening Service was “Requirements for Mission”, the Bible Reading being part of Galatians chapter 2. The Women’s Association Committee meets on Wednesday at 2 p.m. A meeting for people needing to be disclosed to work with children will follow at 6.30 p.m. The Women’s Association meets on Thursday at 2.15 p.m. when Bill and Marion Denholm will speak. The Bible Study and Prayer Meeting follows at 7 p.m. and the Choir Practice at 8.10 p.m. The Friday Club for Kids (Leo Club) meets from 6 until 7.30 p.m. On Saturday, the Clackmannanshire United Prayer meets at 7 p.m. in our own church. We meet to pray for our own congregation and for all churches and Christian organizations in the county. Speakers – Michael Cook, the new Centre Director for Scripture Union at Lendrick Muir (formerly of Mission Africa) and Ian Paget, the new COLT Youth Worker for Clackmannanshire. Refreshments will be available in the church hall from 6.30 p.m. On Sunday, the Morning Service and Kites Group (for children) both meet at 11 a.m. The Evening Service will be as usual at 6.30 p.m.

Sauchie Bowling Club: The annual dance will be held in the Ochilview Longe, Fishcross on 5 November at 6pm. £15 per head. Contact Stan Greenshields on 07967190703.

Tillicoultry Parish Church: Wednesday: Girl’s Brigade meet from 6pm in the church halls. Kirk Session meet from 7.30pm in the church halls. Thursday: Thursday Club meets at 2pm; Boy’s Brigade meet at 6.15pm in the church halls. Sunday: Services 9am to 10.30am and 6.30pm. Sunday Morning Club for children from the age of three upwards meets at 10.20am. ‘Jelly Beans’ for children from infant to three years meets at 10.30am. Parents can leave their children in the care of the Jelly Bean/crèche staff. Monday 7 November – Bible Study Group meets at 7.30pm.

Tullibody Healthy Living invite all pensioners of Tullibody, Cambus and Glenochil to come along and enjoy a free three course lunch and entertainment at St Serfs Church Hall. Spaces only available for Friday 2nd December and must be booked in advance by calling our office on 01259 724374 or pop into our office at 13 Tron Court.Tullibody Retired Miners Branch: Tullibody Retired Miners Branch will meet in the Lodge Ladywell, Tullibody at 12.15pm on Friday 4 November, non members welcome.

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7 Day Diet PlanMonday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

Breakfast: 2 slices of Burgen toast with peanut butter or chocolate spread Snack: Apple Lunch: Tin of Baxters Healthy choice Lentil

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By incorporating the muscles of your core in each of these moves, you remove the need to perform endless abs moves at the end of your session. The techniques

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Exercise Guidelines for strength and cardio trainingA diet designed for maximum

energy and fat loss. Over the course of the day you will eat a perfect balance of appetite suppressing protein, wholesome energising carbohydrates and essential fats.

This will keep your blood sugar levels steady and wipe out sugar cravings as energy is ‘drip fed’ into your system over an extended period of time.

Add as much fresh salad and veg as you like to any of the meals or snacks (with the exception of sweetcorn and potatoes as these are higher in calories) Additionally, allow 300ml of semi-skimmed milk for use in tea and coffee. Drink as much plain water as you can as this is a natural appetite suppressant. Alternate this with herbal teas and sugar free squashes when you feel the need for more of a taste.

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Breakfast – 35g large flake porridge oats made with semi-skimmed milk and topped with a handful of fresh blueberriesSnack – a palmful of mixed unsalted nuts and dried fruit. Measure this into a small Tupperware dish for accurate portion control – eating this from a bag is a recipe for disaster!Lunch – large salad with a small tin of tuna, one sliced hard-boiled egg, spinach, tomato, cucumber, sliced peppers, beetroot and 1 grated carrot. Dress with balsamic vinegar and a little extra light mayo or salad cream. One piece of fruit of your choice to follow.Snack – 2 finger kit-kat, any flavour Dinner – oven baked salmon fillet with lemon juice and dill serve with a selection of roasted vegetables and a medium sized baked sweet potato

Breakfast – 45g serving of All Bran with semi-skimmed milk topped with sliced strawberriesSnack – appleLunch – wholemeal pitta bread filled with lean ham, spinach, sliced tomato and a tablespoon of reduced fat hoummusSnack – 2 nairns oat biscuits – ginger, chocolate or mixed berry flavourDinner – ‘Chinese style’ marinated turkey steak of approx 150g served with half a pack of stir fried vegetables and a block of wholemeal noodles. Stir in 3 tablespoons of Blue Dragon ‘sweet soy and roasted red chilli’ sauce

Breakfast – 2 slices of ‘Burgen’ soya and linseed bread, toasted and topped with peanut butter (a level tablespoon is more than enough for both slices)Snack – Tesco ‘light choices’ date and walnut cake sliceLunch – medium sized baked potato with a ‘snap pot’ of baked beans and a large side salad.Snack – pot of shape ‘zero’ yoghurt Dinner – Innocent Veg pot: Mexican Sweet Potato Chilli. Serve with a side portion of steamed asparagus

Breakfast – home-made muesli made with 2 tablespoons of large flake oats, 1 tablespoon of All Bran and a handful of mixed nuts and dried fruit. Serve with a pot of low fat yoghurt.Snack - bananaLunch – half a carton of fresh Lentil soup. Serve with 2 sunflower seed ryvita topped with reduced fat hoummusSnack – 2 finger kit-katDinner – Oven baked chicken breast stuffed with low fat soft cheese, a slice of lean ham and a squirt of tomato puree. Serve with 4 tablespoons of Tesco wholegrain roasted vegetable couscous and a bag of steamfresh vegetables of your choice.

Breakfast – 30g porridge made with semi-skimmed milk and topped with blueberriesSnack – appleLunch – Italian style tuna and bean salad made with a small tin of tuna, 3 tablespoons of beans (from a mixed tin) fresh spinach leaves, cucumber, tomatoes and sliced red pepper. Add 2 tablespoons of Kraft reduced fat Italian style dressing or another low fat dressing of your choice.Snack – Tesco ‘light choices’ date and walnut cake slice (or other sweet treat of 100 calories or less)Dinner - Prawn fajitas (serves 2) made with a pack of King prawns, a sachet of ‘Discovery’ fajita seasoning, onions, peppers and mushrooms as directed. Serve with unlimited salad, a little reduced fat cheese and one soft wholemeal tortilla.

Breakfast - 40g serving of All Bran with semi-skimmed milk and sliced strawberriesSnack - bananaLunch - 2-egg omelette with sliced mushrooms and onion. Serve with a large side salad and 2 sunflower seed ryvita spread with low fat soft cheese.Snack – pot of shape ‘zero’ yoghurt Dinner - grilled chicken breast cooked with extra mushrooms, onions and peppers in 1/3 jar of Reggae Reggae sauce. Serve with 4 tablespoons of Uncle Ben’s Express wholegrain rice

Breakfast - two poached eggs and a grilled tomato served on one slice of Burgen toastSnack – portion of grapes (10-15)Lunch – wholemeal pitta filled with home-made spicy chicken using chopped chicken breast, extra light mayo and curry spices. Serve with saladSnack – white chocolate ‘shape delight’ dessertDinner – one ‘youngs’ cod steak in parsley sauce served with ½ a tray of Tesco ‘carrot and parsnip mash’ and a bag of steamfresh vegetables.

SUPERSETSPerform 2 exercises for the same muscle group back to back (eg. step ups and lunges) without taking a rest in between. Do both sets of each exercise before moving on the the next superset.Other good superset pairs are: press ups and chest presses; shoulder press and side plank; ball squat and glute raise on ball; plank position and ball passover; pullover on bench and tricep dips off bench; bicycle crunches and medicine ball twists.If you want to work even harder you could add a 60s burst of cardio (like skipping) in between each pair of exercisesFinally, if you want extreme results you could follow your 30 minute weights session with a 30minute blast of cardio such as a run or powerwalk. As the weights session will have used up all the available sugar in your muscles you will force your body to burn fat for energy. This is really tough, but delivers fantastic results!If you have any questions,you know where to find me!

The round table fireworks show went off with a bang

as thousands of people came along to watch the event.

Around 8,000 people passed through the gates of West End Park on Saturday, November 5 to watch the fireworks display organised by the Round Table.

Crowds were greeted by tunes from the Bowmar Pipe Band as they passed through the entrance. There were also children’s entertainers and a fire juggler to keep people entertained before the big event.

Local band, Nae Danger played before the fireworks and accompanied the show with a rendition of Katy Perry’s ‘Firework#.

David Westland, Round Table Firework Comittee Chair hailed this year’s show a fantastic success.

He said: “The event was a great success and the Round Table are delighted with the support from the local community.

“It’s also been good to hear feedback from the police and emergency services that there was no bother during the show.

“There was also a decrease in bonfires around the area, because so many people attended the event.”

The amount raised is still being finalised, however the group have estimated they have raised £10,000. The money will go to local charities, organisations and community events across Clackmannanshire.

The Round Table would like to thank Clackmannanshire

Council, Central Scotland Police and Fire service and Jewsons and Beatsons for providing wood and transporting it to the site. They have also thanked Marshall Construction and Broadcarse Farm for providing heavy machinery and the criminal justice system for helping to set up barriers and clear everything away the following day.

The Round Table are currently accepting new members, if any male readers would like to join contact Vice Chairman Gary Beale via the Round Table website at www.alloa-and-district.roundtable.co.uk/

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Sizzling Suzie’s Autumn Delights

Wow how fast are the nights drawing in? Won’t be long until the clocks go back. Never mind as there is loads to look forward to, like Halloween and Bonfire night. It’s times like these that bring out the big wean in me. Can’t wait for them this year as my wee one is bigger and can be more involved. He already has his Halloween outfit picked out but I’m not telling you what it is as I don’t want to spoil my neighbour’s laugh. I have been asked to help out a friend who wants something different for a roast pork dinner, and this is one of my favourites. This is fantastic sliced as a roast or shredded and served on burger buns with fries.I have come up with another way to roast a chicken, that kids and adults alike will love.

Don’t even start me with the depressing news of X many weeks it is left ‘til Christmas. Let’s just enjoy Bonfire Night and hope it isn’t a damp wash out like Halloween was. It meant that not many Trick or Treaters were out and about. Guess I’ll just have to eat all the goodies myself. The wean had great fun though scaring our neighbours. A 4 year old werewolf is scary. I love Bonny night though and have got loads of fireworks for the wean. I will be making some tasty snacks., and making a wee occasion of it for him.

Hot Sausage and Caramelised Red Onion RollsGood quality sausages.2 large red onions sliced 1 tbsp of oil 1tsp of sugar1tbs vinegarHot dog buns

Gently fry off the sausages in the oil until golden. Add the sliced onion, sugar and vinegar and cook down until the onions are golden and sticky. Ensure sausages are cooked through. Serve the sausage and the onions on the bun with a little mustard and ketchup.

Twice Baked SpudsReally big baking potatoes.ButterOil. Grated cheeseMayonnaise Salt and pepper

Prick the potatoes all over with a fork. Rub the skin with some oil and salt Bake in a hot oven until cooked. Allow the potatoes to cool slightly and cut in half lengthways. Scoop out the potato flesh into a bowl. Mash in the cheese. Beat the potato with some butter and mayonnaise until light and fluffy. Put the mash mixture back into the potato shell. Re-bake for 10-15 mins in a hot oven until cooked and golden.

Marshmallow KebabsLarge skewersLarge MarshmallowsStrawberriesChocolate bar.

In a microwave dish melt the chocolate for a minute or two on HIGH Skewer the marshmallows and strawberries together, drizzle with melted chocolate. Delish

Have a fun and safe Guy Fawkes night everyone and remember to stay safe. Love Susie x

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Your Horoscope Predictions

By Anne Smith

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Leo (24 July - 23 Aug)

Virgo (24 Aug - 23 Sept)

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Taurus (21 April - 21 May)

Gemini (22 May - 21 June)

Cancer (22 June - 23 July)

Leo (24 July - 23 Aug)

Virgo (24 Aug - 23 Sept)

Scorpio (24 Oct - 22 Nov)

Sagittarius (23 Nov - 21 Dec)

Capricorn (22 Dec - 20 Jan)

Aquarius (21 Jan - 19 Feb)

Pisces (20 Feb - 20 Mar)

Opinionated and a powerful personality Subtlety doesn’t play a big part in your agenda’s. So in the coming months you have to be more aware of how you approach people and allow some diplomacy to come to the fore, you are super organized from the end of December and looking to organize parties and get together, however you need to really look at your own personal issue as there is some clearing out required to move forward positively into 2012.

As a fixed sign you like routine and stability and you are a devoted friend, loyal to the end. The planets positions over the next few month allows you to search within yourself to re-adjust where your priorities lie, you will be letting go of some friendships that no longer serve you and new people, places and opportunities are on the horizon, try to keep your energy high in January and do not allow yourself to become melancholy.

Bright, communicative, charming you are a people person but find it hard to say no this allows people to take advantage somewhat, from December when the socialites come flooding out of the wood work you will notice that you are more aware of who your true friends are, you will also make life changing decisions in late Dec, early Jan? Time to focus on you and decide what you really want and follow your heart.

The great nurturer, you have a depth that people could easily over look, you swing between kind and caring, to tough and prickly. You hate disturbance around your home and find it difficult late November when there are changes being thrust upon you, December you are nostalgic and reminiscing of times gone by. January sees a new determination and a clearing away of clutter some of you may be pulled towards your roots and a visit home is needed!

A natural leader and poseur, possessing a magnanimity of spirit, you are in love with life itself December and are organizing and creating a whirl wind of opinions and gossip all around you as you stand firm by your beliefs and push forward to a better more prosperous New Year, and yet this front hides a quieter, more deeper aspect of who you are, prepare for the quiet moments so you do not fall too hard after the party is over!

Extremely efficient you have everything under control, you have a tendency to overwork yourself try to remember that you are not always right and that the change of the planets December throughout to January will affect that large ego which is not always evident, it is good to allow emotions to come to the fore, but stop there do not become filled with self-pity as the new moon in January will awaken new hope and new starts.

A vacillating persona that swings between extremes of sitting on the fence to pushy and opinionated, these next few months bring exactly that, you will find that you are a natural counselor people flock for you to give them guidance in Nov & Dec and you will adapt and adjust to each situation beautifully and this is to your credit, however, remember to practice what you are preaching and follow the advice for yourself, particularly in matters to do with personal relationships.

Charismatic, secretive with a high intuition a fixed sign who will only like change when instigating it themselves, this is going to be a tough couple of months for you as the planets go from one extreme to the other you will have to follow your intuition instead of your mind and if you can do this you will feel so much more relaxed and less stressed if you don’t you may find yourself sitting in the doctors surgery with stress! Try to go with the flow.

Jovial, boisterous and very sociable you are in your element at the time of your birth and you can only see what mischief you can get up to next a wanderer by birth you like adventure and find it difficult to settle your emotions, January sees a slower month in your personality and you plan to make things in your life more stable, but we will see if this comes to fruition, try to slow down a little or you will burn out.

Tenacious, disciplined and resilient, you look forward to a challenge or two and the planets will not disappoint you as they are making you face which you dread the most, communications form the heart, allowing people to know how you feel and let them see that softer side of you, December brings out the sensual you and you are flirting your way through the festivities, this may well cause a few questions around you as people are confused by this sudden openness, try to remain open and free thinking.

Your quirky personality is unconventional and idealistic, you are your own catalyst and with Saturn in Capricorn late Dec early Jan this makes you a little cranky. Try not to let you stubbornness spoil other peoples plans, because you are a deep character you can surely hide your disappointment for a short time to allow those in your life to have a good time, trust your intuition in December as you are flying with the spirit of Christmas.

Complicated yet vague and lacking focus your biggest challenge in the next few months will be assessing is this what you want or is this someone else’s dreams and hopes you are very confused in January and need to write down your hopes for you in 2012 and when you get lost in others ideas re-focus on your written quest for guidance as this will keep you in touch with reality.

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Most people lead such hectic lives rushing about from morning to night.

So it comes as no surprise to find that at any given time, one in 10 people is suffering from persistent tiredness. How often have you heard friends say: “I just feel tired all the time”?

Figures from healthcare company BUPA reveal that women are more likely to be affected than men are and that severe tiredness is a common reason for people visiting their GP.

With our stressful, busy lives, most people experience tiredness sometimes. Following some rest and relaxation and a good night’s sleep tiredness generally disappears, leaving us refreshed and ready to face our usual activities.

But for some people tiredness becomes a way of life, a chronic problem that severely affects their ability to function on a daily basis.

There are many possible reasons for chronic tiredness, but it is often due to a combination of factors. Tiredness can have physical triggers, such as a recent illness, pregnancy or breastfeeding. It can also be triggered by stressful situations, for example a recent bereavement, moving house, family or work problems.

Stress and worry are tiring emotions. Facing a stressful situation can be draining, especially when you cannot see a solution to your problems. Feeling that you have no control over a situation may lead to frustration, irritability and tiredness.

Shift workers, night workers and those with emotionally responsible jobs such as nurses

are also more likely to suffer from problem tiredness.

As well as well-defined triggers, there are many factors that can increase your tiredness or stop you from regaining your energy when you are tired and run down.

Mental health problems such as depression or anxiety can make you feel more tired and can prevent you from sleeping properly. It can be temping to catnap during the day but this is not a good way towards establishing an improved sleep pattern at night.

You may be able to overcome your tiredness with some simple measures.

If you are having trouble sleeping follow this advice for a better sleep routine: • Go to bed and get up at the same time every day. • Ensure that your bedroom is quiet, dark and comfortable and that it is neither too hot nor too cold. • Don’t eat too near bedtime. • Take time out to relax before bedtime - chill out to calming music or have a soak in a hot bath. •Try to get problems and worries out of your head, perhaps by writing recurring thoughts down in a diary.

Food and drink are important to how you feel too. Ensure that you get a balanced diet and eat proper meals even if you don’t feel like cooking. If you are underweight, gradually increase your portion sizes and your overall calorie intake. Cut down gradually on caffeine and alcohol, especially in the evenings. If you are overweight, try to get your weight under control by becoming more physically active

and eating less. Avoid crash diets. Being unfit makes you susceptible to

tiredness. And being tired often means you don’t exercise enough. It is a vicious circle but you’ll feel so much better if you take steps to break it.

Introduce physical activity into your routine, gradually increasing the duration and intensity. Start with just 10 minutes a day and try to keep it regular. Walking is the often the easiest exercise to begin with, but any physical activity that you enjoy and that fits into your lifestyle is fine.

A small number of people suffer from prolonged, severe and disabling tiredness for which there is no clear cause. This is sometimes called myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) or Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). Doctors now recognise that this is an illness although they know less about the causes and treatment than with many other problems.

If you think you may be suffering from these or from tiredness that you just cannot shift, make an appointment to see your GP.

Sick and tired of being sick and tired?

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weecounty recipesPear and ginger pudding

Pears are ripe on the trees right now so why not turn some into

this delicious warming pear and ginger pudding? Serves 8

INGREDIENTS 85g golden syrup 150ml milk 175g dark brown sugar 175g self-raising flour 100g butter, plus extra for greasing 2 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda 1 tsp cinnamon 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored and thinly sliced 6 balls stem ginger, finely chopped 1 egg

METHOD 1. Preheat the oven to 180C/Gas Mark 4 2. In a saucepan, combine the golden syrup, milk and sugar. Bring to the boil then reduce the heat

and simmer until dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside to cool down. 3. Using a food processer, combine the butter, flour, bicarb, ground ginger and cinamon. Blend until the mixture looks like fine breadcrumbs. 4. Add the cooled syrup micture and the egg to the food processor. Blend together with the breadcrumbs to

form a batter. 5. Remove the blade and add the pears and chopped ginger to the bowl. Stir in until evenly distributed through the batter. 6. Pour the mixture into an oven-proof pudding dish and bake for 1 hour 20 minutes, until risen and golden. Serve immediately with custard or cream.

Often, an interest in antiques is something that quietly creeps

up on you. Few people wake up one morning and think, “I know, I’ll start collecting Faberge eggs.” The interest in a particular field of antiques is one that should grow along with your knowledge. Buying antiques does require a certain know-how if you’re not going to waste your money.

An antique can be any collectible item that is approximately 100 years old or more and has an aesthetic value. The value and collectability of certain items fluctuates along with current tastes. For example, the rise in popularity of computers for the home has lead to a marked devaluation of traditional writing desks. However, most collectables enjoy a steady market value.

What you first need to consider when looking to add to your collection is the piece’s history and originality. You will find many rare antiques come at a high price. The most common mistake is being fooled by what appear to be great buys when they are in fact replicas. Occasionally, you will also find that

some antique dealers will put up retouched items for sale.

With any antique, they really do look their best and hold the highest value when they haven’t been refurbished. The age and originality of the antique is what makes them so valuable. A little wear-and-tear is to be expected with something that’s over a century old. The only possible exceptions are items like chairs, where they may be dangerous in their original state, but even then, those that have been professionally refurbished are never going to hold their value as well.

Certainly, if you’re a beginner in the world of antiques and you haven’t carried out research correctly, you may have difficulties in telling the difference between a reproduction and an original antique. All antique pieces should show some wear-and-tear and such small details are something that you should look out for when considering a purchase. If you find the item looks flawless then it is more likely not to be a genuine antique.

Growing an interest in antiques

Buying antiques does require a certain know-how if you’re not going to waste your money.

The best thing to do before you purchase any antique item is carry out some research. The internet has become an invaluable resource for amateur antique collectors. It will provide you with information relating to the price of antiques around the world as well as providing a good history of the item.

Although the internet is a good source for information relating to antiques, you should purchase antiques online with great caution. It’s not possible for you to have a close inspection of the item being sold and irrefutable sellers will be

keen to hide any defects. The rule is unless the item is being sold through a reputable dealer, buy elsewhere.

One of the best places you should go to when deciding to purchase an antique is an auction being held by a reputable auction house. These will ensure that the item you are likely to purchase is genuine and should also come with a certificate of authenticity or originality. Keen collectors visit antique auctions regularly in the search for coveted items. The most important thing for beginners is to do their research first and find out what the current

market value of an item is before getting carried away on a bid. Good auction houses will issue guides prior to the day of the auction to give you a head start.

You may even find that boot sales are a good place to find antiques, if you know what to look for. You may even be lucky to find a rare item at a very good price, although regular boot sellers probably have more knowledge about antiques than you would hope. Treasures are more often found amongst everyday house sales when the boot seller doesn’t quite know what they are selling.

BRANCH MANAGERJob No: ALL/22836SOC Code: 1163Wage £15300 Per AnnumHours 40 HOURSLocation Alloa FK10Duration PermanentDate posted 26 October 2011Closing date 23 November 2011Pension details Pension availableDescription Cheque Centre a leading alternative financial services provider is looking for a BM to manage their own branch, a great first management position, with career potential. You will be motivated by achieving KPIs, have excellent communication skills an ability to plan make decisions. Attention to detail high work standards are essential in this exciting role. Ideally youll possess retailfinance supervisory experience. Our stores are in town centre locations on easily accessible public transport routes and hours of work support a worklife balance. Visit www.chequecentre.co.ukOpens new window (unless Javascript disabled) for full details to apply. Cheque Centre is currently recruiting for a number of positions due to growth and expansion plans across the estate. This position is subject to a CRB check Credit CheckHow to apply For further details about job reference ALL/22836, please telephone Jobseeker Direct on 0845 6060 234. Lines are open 8.00am - 6.00pm weekdays only. All calls are charged at local rate. Call charges may be different if you call from a mobile phone. Alternatively, visit your local Jobcentre Plus Office and use the customer access phones provided to call Jobseeker Direct. The textphone service for deaf and hearing-impaired people is 0845 6055 255.

PHARMACY DISPENSERJob No: ALL/22754SOC Code: 3217Wage Negotiable depending on experienceHours 40 PER WEEK, MONDAY-FRIDAY 9AM-6PM, SAT ON ROTA 9AM-1PMLocation Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10Duration PermanentDate posted 30 September 2011Pension details Pension availableDescription Dispensing experience is preferred. Duties include all aspects of dispensing duties in a busy pharmacy.How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Isabelle Copland

at Central Pharmacy Ltd, 20 Tron Court, Tullibody, ALLOA, Clackmannanshire, FK10 2PS or to [email protected] Central Pharmacy LtdPrinter friendly

CARE ATTENDANTJob No: ALL/22793SOC Code: 6115Wage £6.53 PER HOURHours 16+ PER WEEK, OVER 7 DAYS, BETWEEN 8AM - 10.30PMLocation ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10Duration PermanentDate posted 10 October 2011Pension details No details heldDescription Due to an increase in demand for the service, we require extra care attendants. No experience is required, training will be given. Duties will include caring for clients of all ages and different health backgrounds, and support to carers in the community. Driving licence and use of car essential. Mileage allowance of 37pence per mile. PVG will be carried out by the company. Must be flexible with days and hours of work. Collect an application pack in person from employer’s premises.How to apply You can go and see the employer about this job without telephoning beforehand. Ask for Elaine McLeod at Crossroads Caring Scotland, 19 Mar Street, Alloa, Clackmannanshire, FK10 1HR.Employer Crossroads Caring Scotland

SECOND CHEFJob No: ALL/22735SOC Code: 5434Wage NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCEHours 40 PER WEEK, 5 DAYS FROM 7, BETWEEN 10AM-10PMLocation ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10Duration PermanentDate posted 27 September 2011Pension details No details heldDescription Previous experience is essential. Duties will include the day to day running of a very busy kitchen, deputising for head chef, food ordering, stock control and managing staff. Some cleaning duties will be required. Applicant to send a CV via post or hand in at employers address.How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Amanda Gerlach at Old Brewery (Belhaven), 4 East Vennel, Alloa, Clackmannanshire, FK10 1ED.Employer Old Brewery (Belhaven)

FACILITIES MANAGERJob No: ALL/22690SOC Code: 1231Wage NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCEHours 40 HOURS PER WEEK, 5 DAYS OVER 7, TIMES TO BE ARRANGEDLocation NEAR STIRLING, SCOTLAND FK13Duration PermanentDate posted 15 September 2011Pension details Pension availableDescription You will be responsible for the management of the customer service officer and cleaning/maintenance teams in a customer focused environment, ensuring service delivery, management of budget and staff rotas. Previous management experience required as well as a valid driving license, excellent IT skills including experience of using Microsoft word and Excel. Health and Safety qualifications are desirable. Excellent communication skills are vital. You will also be responsible for staff training and carrying out performance management duties. The successful candidate will be responsible for the management of contractors on site as well as managing and leading projects to completion. A job description will be shared on application. Please send a CV and covering letter to the email address.How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Gavin Moore at Origin Retail Property Services, [email protected] Origin Retail Property Services

SHOWROOM CLEANER Job No:ALL/22833SOC Code:9233Wage Meets Nat Min WageHours 24 hours per week Monday - Friday between 9am - 5pmLocation Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10Duration PermanentDate posted 25 October 2011Pension details No details heldDescription Will be maintaining 3 kitchen bathroom and showrooms areas. Will be vacuuming, dusting, mopping, floors, and any other tasks as required. Will be covering Alloe, Stirling and Tillicoultry. There will be a 3 months trial period.How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Sharon Reid at Sketch, Unit 12, 10 Munro Road, Springkerse Industrial Estate,

Stirling, Stirlingshire, FK7 7UU or to [email protected] Sketch

BAR STAFFJob No: ALL/22826SOC Code: 9225Wage Meets Nat Min WageHours 16+ PER WEEK, 5 OUT OF 7 BETWEEN 11AM-12AMLocation TILLICOULTRY, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK13Duration PermanentDate posted 20 October 2011Pension details No details heldDescription Must be aged 18+, due to licensing laws. Duties will include serving customers in the bar and restaurant, cash handling, general housekeeping, booking of residents and any other related tasks. Excellent customer service skills are required. Must be flexible regarding shifts. The employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010.How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to David Rutherford at Bridge Inn, [email protected] Bridge Inn

RESTAURANT/BAR SUPERVISORJob No: ALL/22794SOC Code: 9225Wage £6.50+ PER HOURHours 40 PER WEEK OVER 7 DAYS 7AM-9PMLocation TILLICOULTRY, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK13Duration PermanentDate posted 11 October 2011Pension details No details heldDescription Must be aged 18+ as will be serving alcohol. Must have previous restaurant supervisory experience. Must have good communication skills, Excellent customer service skills. Duties include managing a team of waiting staff, training, customer care, food and hygiene, liaise with other parts of the business, good knowledge of wine and alcoholic drinks, and wants to go the extra mile for the customer. The employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to David Rutherford at Bridge Inn, [email protected] Bridge Inn

BAR STAFFJob No: ALL/22809SOC Code: 9225Wage £6.25 per hour

Hours 35-45 Hours per week, 5 days from 7, shifts between 10am-1amLocation Alva, Clackmannanshire FK12Duration PermanentDate posted 18 October 2011Pension details No details heldDescription Applicants must be aged 18+ due to licensing laws. Applicants must have previous experience and be customer focussed. Duties will involve taking orders, serving customers cash handling and keeping the bar areas clean and tidy. The employer has claimed an exception under the Equality Act 2010.How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Sarah Robertson at Crosskeys, [email protected] Crosskeys

CANVASSERJob No: ALL/22834SOC Code: 7121Wage NEGOTIABLE DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCEHours 20 PER WEEK, MONDAY TO FRIDAY, DAYSLocation ALLOA, CLACKMANNANSHIRE FK10Duration PermanentDate posted 25 October 2011Pension details No details heldDescription Must have previous door canvass experience and be of a smart appearance, be polite and be customer focused. Duties include promotion of company products generating leads for specialist roof coatings and other associated duties as required. Applicants to apply as below and ask for Lorna.How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 0800 9788845 and asking for Lorna.Employer Central Scotland Coatings

CLASS 1 DRIVER WITH HIABJob No: ALL/22831SOC Code: 8211Wage Negotiable depending on experienceHours 38 a week, Monday to Friday 8am to 4.30pmLocation Alva, Clackmannanshire FK12Duration PermanentDate posted 24 October 2011Pension details No details heldDescription Must hold a HGV Class 1 licence and a lorry loader and grab ticket. A digital tacho card is essential. Previous experience in the utility industry would be an advantage. Duties include lifting spoil and delivering

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Page 3Annual Dog Fun Day

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I t was a day that brought Viewpark to a standstill. It was a day that many will

remember for a long time to come, and for some, it was

the climax of a long hard project, as the statue and

memorial garden in memory of footballing legend, Jimmy

Johnstone was unveiled.

They turned out in their numbers (estimated to be

in excess of 3,000 in total) to witness the official unveiling

of the statue for one of their own, a Celtic legend, a

Scotland legend, but more importantly, a Viewpark

legend.The statue and memorial

garden take pride of place on Old Edinburgh Road, just a few

hundred yards from Jimmy’s home as a child.Jinky, who was idolised

across the country for the footballing great that he was,

died in 2006 after suffering and battling with Motor

Neurone Disease since 2001.

Motor Neurone Disease (MND) is a progressive

neurodegenerative disease that attacks the upper and

lower motor neurones. Degeneration of the motor

neurones leads to weakness and wasting of muscles,

causing increasing loss of mobility in the limbs, and

difficulties with speech, swallowing and breathing.

The muscles affected first tend to be those in the hands,

feet and mouth. In Scotland, it’s expected that over 150 people will

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forces with the two other Scottish charity

finalists from the National Lottery Awards in a visit

to the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh.

With just 1 week to go until voting closes in the

National Lottery Awards finals, Windmills cafe, a

training cafe supporting young people aged between

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communities support and votes to win the ‘Best

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Margery McBain and Karen Matusavage were joined

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Perth stars competing against the

best disability athletes in the country.

Our team comprised of Louse Brett,

Michael Rice, Kevin Rice and Finlay

Skeet, all members of the clubs

performance squad.Louise Brett competed in 4 events

in her class, 60m, 100m, 200m and

Soft Ball and had a clean sweep of

Gold medals. As we near the end

of the season Louise continues to

dominate her T37 class (Cerebral

Palsy) sprints events and is only 1.5

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Michael and Kevin Rice had good

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Highlight for the Perth athletes was

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the whole of Scotland, and is very ac-

cessible in all directions of travel.Plans for a single police and fire

service have already been an-nounced in the Scottish Parliament

but the Justice Secretary has hinted

that the Scottish Police College at Tulliallan could be home to the

headquarters.MacAskill believes the new headquarters should not be based

in Edinburgh or Glasgow. Indica-tion of this is evident as Strathclyde

Police Headquarters at Pitt Street

in Glasgow is currently for sale at

£2.5m (although they are believed to

be moving to a new £38m office in

Glasgow’s east end.)If not the home for the headquar-

ters, Tulliallan will play a major role in

the new single force. When asked about the new headquarters he said: “It will not

be Edinburgh or Glasgow. Tulliallan

seems fine as a place as any for a

chief constable to be based.”The single police force could be up

and running as early as April 2013

but the Scottish Government should

have Royal Assent by next summer.MacAskill added: “As President

of ACPOS Chief Constable Smith will lead the reform on behalf of the

police service.“I know people in the services will,

like Chief Constable Smith, rise to

the challenge and shape and deliver

new services we can be proud of,

services which build on the strengths

of what we already have.“In the police service, the ACPOS,

ASPS, SPF, SPSA and SCDEA are looking forward, not back, and are

determined to work constructively

with Government to deliver an effec-

tive and efficient new Scottish Police

Service.“In fire & rescue, all eight Chief

Fire Officers and the FBU are looking

forward, not back.“I know this journey is at times a

challenging one - change is always

a tough call - but this is a journey

which the whole of Scotland is on.”Plans for the single police force

outline the force would be split into

32 divisions to stave off centralisa-

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Are you looking to make the next move that will put your career on the right path? Or

perhaps hoping to take that first step into the world of journalism?

Hub Media is looking for a talented reporter /trainee reporter to join its team working on the Wee County News, based in Alloa.

The successful applicant will be adaptable and able to cover news and sport while bringing exciting ideas to the table.

We are looking for an ambitious reporter or graduate with a qualification in journalism, shorthand and knowledge of Scots Law. The ideal candidate will have an excellent news sense and the ability to remain calm while working to a strict deadline.

This is an opportunity to join an expanding company who have a strong portfolio of newspapers across South Lanarkshire, Perthshire and Clackmannanshire. Three papers will be launched from the Alloa office in the very near future and you will play a key part in shaping their content.

A car owner would be preferred. Send written applications, including CV and clippings to:Hub Media LtdScott MocharEllismuir House, Ellismuir Way, UddingstonG71 5PWTel: 01698 803909Email: [email protected]

sand and other materials to various sites in Central Scotland.How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 01259 762316 and asking for Karen Mansen.Employer Blyth Utilities Ltd

MORTGAGE ADVISERJob No: ALL/22757SOC Code: 3534Wage £20,000 - £24,999 basic salary plus bonusHours 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pmLocation Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10Duration PermanentDate posted 30 September 2011Pension details No details heldDescription This Vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Colin Larter Recruitment who is operating as an employment business. This Vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Colin Larter Recruitment who is operating as an employment agency. We are looking for a Cemap qualified Mortgage Adviser to work for a High Street Bank. All applicants must have experience of selling mortgages and protection products. Candidates must be experienced in mortgage sales. Cemap qualified. Applicants can email [email protected]. How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 01233 731144 and asking for Gay Larter.Employer Colin Larter Recruitment

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Pension details No details heldDescription This Vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Prime Time Recruitment who is operating as an employment agency. You will be advising potential customers on the benefits and savings available for them when switching to a competitive package for their home energy, as well as providing solutions for them to save on their usage. The ideal candidate will be motivated and driven to hit and exceed achievable targets. You will also be customer focused, and tenacious while maintaining the excellent levels of quality that have gained the company it’s reputation. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone wanting to build their sales skills into a career within a progressive and established multinational market leader. Ideally you will either have some sales experience or a military/authorities background and eager to move into a sales career. To apply please email your CV or call Kevin on 0191 230 3947.How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Kevin Tinkler at Prime Time Recruitment, [email protected] Prime Time Recruitment

FINANCE MANAGERJob No: ALL/22792Employer Reference: tm/fmSOC Code: 1131Wage £30000 - £45000 per annumHours 37.5 per week, Monday-Friday, DaysLocation Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10Duration PermanentDate posted 10 October 2011Pension details No details heldDescription This Vacancy is being advertised on behalf of

Pertemps who is operating as an employment agency. The purpose of the Finance Manager position is to be responsible for establishing robust systems and procedures as well as overseeing the delivery of effective day to day financial control and management including creditor and debtor control with the assistance of an accounts assistant. This position requires an individual with the experience and ability to establish and manage financial systems with a range of different reporting and decision making requirements. Excellent numerical skills are required and the successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to present complex financial information clearly and concisely. The position reports directly to the CEO of the organisation, and works closely with operations and project managers. How to apply You can apply for this job by sending a CV/written application to Tracy Mitchell at Pertemps, [email protected] Pertemps

08 November 2011Pension details No details heldDescription Applicants must have previous cleaning experience. Duties include vacuuming, dusting, cleaning toilets and kitchen area and any other cleaning duties as required. Will be required to use a scrubber/dryer for which training is given.How to apply You can apply for this job by telephoning 078330 47459 and asking for Sarah Cuerden.Employer Mitie Cleaning and Support Services

BUSINESS SUPPORT ASSISTANT CLA0571Job No: ALL/22811SOC Code: 4150Wage £12,858 - £14,059 per annum pro rataHours 18 hours per weekLocation Alloa, Clackmannanshire FK10Duration PermanentDate posted 19 October 2011Pension details No details heldDescription You will assist in the provision of an efficient, effective and flexible administrative

support by working as part of the Business Support Team to provide a customer focused service as the first point of contact for both internal and external customers. Enquiries will range from colleagues requesting advice, to members of the public looking for the information on any aspect of Council services. To provide business support services of a standard that demonstrates attention to detail, good judgment, effective organisational skills and excellent team working. The job holder requires procedural knowledge of their own job and an understanding of the work of others. Should you have difficulty in accessing the documents and application form and wish to request a paper application . How to apply You can apply for this job by visiting www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/fe/tpl_ScottishPortal01.asp?newms=jj&id=114012&aid=11667Opens new window (unless Javascript disabled) and following the instructions on the webpage.Employer Clackmannanshire Council

CLEANERJob No: ALL/22797SOC Code: 9233Wage £6.50 per hourHours 10 per week, 5 days over Mon - Sat 6.30am - 8.30amLocation KINCARDINE, ALLOA FK10Duration PermanentDate posted 11 October 2011Closing date

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Showing potential buyers round your

house can be a tedious and stressful task, but if you’re a woman on your own it seems you could have more to worry about than simply trying to achieve a sale.

Personal safety might be the last thing on your mind when you’re showing a couple or a young family around your home, but inviting a lone man into your house could pose a serious risk to women home alone, according to a study by insurance firm Sheilas’ Wheels.

Scarily, more than 5.6 million female homeowners could be risking their personal safety by allowing men to view their property while they are home by themselves, according to the report. Despite the fact that more than half of all women say they would never consider letting a man into their house on a first date, 82 per cent are fully prepared to invite men

in to view their home while they are alone, so as not to miss out on a potential sale.

With more women making viewing appoints in the evening after work hours, the importance of running some safety checks on your prospective buyer is even more critical. But worryingly, two-thirds of women don’t even ask their estate agent what safety checks were made on buyers.

The thought of inviting a man to your home without knowing his name might be a big no-no for most women when out on the town, but in the property game it’s open season, as more than half admit they didn’t know the names of potential buyers. To top it all, almost two-thirds of women didn’t even ask their estate agent whether the interested party was coming to the house alone or not.

Jacky Brown from Sheilas’ Wheels home insurance says: “We are calling for women to become more

aware of the dangers of allowing male prospective buyers into their house unaccompanied and for estate agents to undertake thorough checks on all potential buyers before setting up a viewing. It’s better to risk losing a buyer than risk your personal safety, no matter what the condition of the housing market is.”

However, its not just men that could pose a safety risk. Any unknown person could be a pose a potential danger, so Shelias’ Wheels has compiled the following tips to ensure your safety when showing any unknown buyer round.

If selling your house privately, get as much information as possible from the interested party before arranging a viewing and pass on their contact details and home address to a friend or relative. Ask a number of questions until you’re confident that they’re genuinely interested in purchasing your property.

Safe as houses?

If the potential buyer is being sent by an estate agent, ask if their identity has been checked. Do not accept the viewing unless they have. If the potential buyer is not coming via an estate agent, do your own checks. Always ask for a work number and call it later - but before the viewing - to confirm they are who they say they are. Try not to conduct

viewings alone. If you’re single or your partner’s unable to attend, ask a friend or family member to be with you. Take a friendly but professional approach. Avoid getting too familiar in case it gives out the wrong message. Try to look confident and in control. If you have to conduct a

viewing on your own, keep a mobile phone with you at all times with a speed dial to a close friend or family member. Be alert and continually assess the situation. If you feel uncomfortable at any time, don’t be afraid to cut the viewing short. Use a pre-planned excuse. When you

open your door to potential buyers you can never really be a 100 per cent sure of exactly who you are inviting into your home, but applying the same level of caution to the property game as you would in your personal life can help to ensure your safety.

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You may not easily find the exact specification you’re looking for, but there’s a heck of a lot of used cars out there, so you should find something very close to what you’re after. And although you will miss out on some or all of the manufacturer’s warranty, if it is important to your peace of mind, there are other warranties you can buy, even for cars more than three years old.

The conventional ways of buying a used car are by browsing through what’s available on the forecourt of a dealer or from an independent used car trader or by searching the small ads in the press.

If you want a car that’s a year or two old and still within the manufacturer’s warranty period, a dealer in that brand will probably have the pick of the bunch. You have the knowledge that it has genuine manufacturer’s parts and will meet the warranty conditions. The downside is that you will probably pay more for that. Still, you may think that’s worthwhile for the assurance that you’re likely to get several years of trouble-free motoring.

Independent traders will offer a much more mixed bag of vehicles and are much more mixed in terms of the quality of service they offer. At the top end of the market are franchised dealers, which will often sell used cars under manufacturers’ approved schemes, which removes a lot of the risk. Lower down the chain are smaller independents whose stock will generally be too old for the main dealers to want to sell it, but too young to be relegated to the less profitable small ads.

With an independent, you can expect to pay somewhat less than at a main dealer, but you need to be sure of what you’re buying. Many of the cars on offer may have been bought in auction or from fleets and have been worked on to varying degrees. This could just mean anything from a valet and oil change to having had serious mechanical work done.

As with any used car purchase it’s important to know that the mileage is genuine and not

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Buying a second hand car from a trader will offer you more protection than a private seller can.

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excessive, to see the service history and to avoid anything with impending mechanical problems. It will help if the trader is established and offers a reasonable warranty on the car. Nonetheless it should be checked out professionally. The big motoring organisations offer checks on cars, and these are money well spent. Some traders do have their cars independently checked as a matter of course, and you should read the report carefully.

When reading the small ads, always look for a (T) at the end. This signifies that the seller is trade, rather than a private individual. It’s not a bad thing in itself if the car is from a trader, and indeed you should have the same consumer protection that would apply if the trader had premises on the high street.

But if you want to talk to the previous owner and get the low-down on the car, a private individual should be able to answer all your questions. Another advantage of a private sale is that you are likely to get the best price. The disadvantage is that you are not covered by the Sale of Goods Act and the car will

probably be “sold as seen”; in other words, if there’s a problem you should have spotted, but didn’t, then it’s probably your tough luck. It is imperative, too, before you part with your cash, that you check whether the car has any outstanding

finance on it or whether it’s ever been an insurance write-off. For more information on this, see www.carwatchuk.com, www.theaa.com or www.hpicheck.com.

The internet has become increasingly popular in recent years for used car buying and selling. Sites there offer a huge range of cars from private and trade sellers and you can generally search for particular models, organised by how close the seller is to your own postcode. One of the most popular such sites is www.autotrader.co.uk. In effect, these are small ads that usually have the advantage of being able to include a picture. All the caveats that go with a purchase from a newspaper or magazine ad apply.

Web auction site eBay is also an increasingly popular place to buy and sell cars. Again you should observe all the rules applying to a private sale, although eBay has the advantage of offering a car history check. Remember that if you put in a bid and you win, you will have to pay up, so make your inspection and checks first.

Another comparatively recent phenomenon is the car supermarket. Fitting in somewhere between the main dealer and the small independent trader in the user car sales hierarchy, these are huge sales lots,

selling large numbers of cars, ranging from nearly new to well used, at low prices. You should get a lot of choice on popular models and they may offer warranties, finance options and trade-ins.

Finally, some are enticed by the possibility of buying a used car at a knockdown price at auction. But remember, this is the territory of the hardened used car trader, and if you’re going to mix it with the pros, you really need to know what you are doing.

In all cases, the principles that should guide you are the sort of car you want and the value for money you are getting. And that means finding out exactly what a particular car is really like under the shining paintwork and what comeback you have if it turns out to be rather less impressive a few months down the line.

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The British Equestrian Vaulting Championships were held at Bishop Burton,

Hull last weekend. Several members of the Wee County Vaulters competed in the event, achieving success in all the classes in which they participated.

Joanne and Hannah Eccles vaulting on W.H. Bentley lunged by John Eccles, won the Pas de deux class for the ninth successive time. Joanne

won the Individual senior female class with Hannah placed third.

In the 14 – 18 male individual class Andrew McLachlan won the title vaulting on WVC Anton lunged by John Eccles. In the 14 – 18 female individual class, Brogan Moffat took fourth place with Helen Anderson 5th and Yasmin Williamson 7th. All the girls vaulted on Baroque lunged by Jackie Taylor.

In the Under 14 male individual class Harry Cox vaulting on WVC Anton took second place. Rebecca Norval was 3rd in the female under 14 section with Leigh Taylor 4th vaulting on Tylers Kerne; lunged by Amanda McLachlan.

The Junior team competition was won by the Scottish Equestrian Vaulting Team (SEVT), vaulting on Tyelrs Kernel again lunged by Amanda McLachlan..The team is made up of seven members from Wee County, Andrew McLachlan, Rebecca Norval, Amy Gullen, Victoria Campbell, Leigh Taylor, Lisa Mercer and Emma

Biggerstaff. The Wee County Intermediate team won the

Intermediate team class vaulting on Baroque lunged by Jackie Taylor. Team members were Helen Anderson, Brogan Moffat, Hannah Eccles, Joanna Wilson, Harry Cox, Abbie Taylor and Helena Wilson.

Thanks must go to all the coaches, lungers and parents whose hard work over the year enabled the Club members to achieve these results.

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EQUESTRIAN

Wee County Vaulters success in Hull

Week 6 Results POOL GOLF

A LEAGUELocker Room A 8 Locker Room B 1 The Inn 4 Oakwood A 5 Crown A 6 Alva Golf Club 3 Oakwood C 2 Crown B 7 Peppes 6 Allanbridge 3

Three teams tied at the top of the A league all losing just one game each so far with the Alva Golf Club propping up the table despite their cup final appearance last week.

B LEAGUEOakwood B 5 Weirs 4 Crosskeys 8 Cairn B 1 Cairn A 9 Gartmorn 0 Rileys 2 Oakwood D 7 Hammies v Upstairs (No result-void)

Two teams from the Oakwood lead the way in the B league with Upstairs and Hammies still looking for their first wins.

Dollar Golf Club - Results

Saturday 29th October 2011 - Polish Cup (Round 2)Div 1:1st Brian Miller (10) 45 pts;2nd Alex Clouston (10) 43 pts;3rd William Hamilton (12) 43 pts.

Div 2:1st Dugdale Bradley (18) 40 pts;2nd Jerry Cant (14) 39 pts;3rd John Gallacher (19) 39 pts.

Tillicoultry Golf Club

Alex Hamilton (on the left) receiving his prize from Danny McFadyen for getting a hole-in-one during a match last week with the Seniors Group at Tillicoultry GC.

Alex, who just turned 80 in July, managed this feat on the 131

yard 6th using an 8 iron.At the end of play, the group

helped Alex celebrate his good fortune in the usual manner. Well done Alex - a great achievement.

A LEAUGUEPosition Team Played Won Lost For Against Difference Points1 Crown A 6 5 1 37 17 20 102 Oakwood A 6 5 1 31 23 8 103 Locker Room A 5 4 1 28 17 11 84 Crown B 6 4 2 30 24 6 85 Locker Room B 6 3 3 28 26 2 66 Allanbridge 6 3 3 26 28 -2 67 Peppes 6 2 4 23 31 -8 48 The Inn 5 1 4 20 25 -5 29 Oakwood C 5 1 4 15 30 -15 210 Alva GC 5 0 5 14 31 -17 0

B LEAUGUEPosition Team Played Won Lost For Against Difference Points1 Oakwood B 5 5 0 25 20 5 102 Oakwood D 5 4 1 27 18 9 83 Rileys 6 4 2 30 24 6 84 Weirs 6 4 2 23 31 -8 85 County 5 3 2 26 19 7 66 Cairn A 5 3 2 19 26 -7 67 Crosskeys 6 3 3 21 33 -12 68 Gartmorn 6 2 4 12 42 -30 49 Cairn B 5 1 4 15 30 -15 210 Hammies 4 0 4 13 23 -10 011 Upstairs 5 0 5 14 31 -17 0

Scottish 5 Man Team:- As reported last week the team from Clacks with Kris Glass, Gordon Jaglar, Pete Smith, Michael Polley and Billy Snaddon were fighting it out at Pettycur Bay Fife with teams from all Scotland taking part. The boys had made an excellent start by winning all their group matches to top the group and followed that up with a comprehensive 6-0 victory in the last 32 match to take their place in the last 16 v a team from Monklands. However a couple of missed chances and a bad run of the balls ended their challenge with a 6-2 defeat however a good weekend was had by all.

Scottish Men’s Singles Finals:- This weekend see’s Clackmannanshire’s trio of Billy Snaddon, Pete Smith and Darren Mooney competing for the blue riband event of the Scottish title and the league wish the boys all the very best. Please note due to a booking error this event has been moved to the Red Triangle club in Cumbernauld.

Scottish under 16 Final:- I’m sure that all players within the Clacks league will wish the Crown’s Kevin Polley all the very best of luck in this national final taking place this Sunday at the Red Triangle Cumbernauld during the men’s finals and hope he can return home with the trophy and more importantly the title of Scottish champion. Good luck Kevin!!

County Doubles 2011-12 :- Good luck to all players competing in this year’s event with preliminary ties taking place last night (Thurs) with results appearing here next week.

Monthly Meeting:- The next scheduled meeting is due on Mon 14th November in the Azad Restaurant with all outstanding team-sheets, registration names and fees and any Super 15 A&B county money outstanding all required in.

Hole in one at 80.......

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ATHLETICS

BOWLING

Catriona Buchanan and Alasdair Anthony, Central Athletic Club’s top hill runners,

have shown a strong run of form during October on the back of their Silver team medals at the Commonwealth Mountain Running Championships in September in Snowdonia.

The month began with the Ben Venue race (1st October) out and back from the Trossachs car park over 12km with 860metres of climb. The visibility on the tops was limited, putting a premium on navigational technique. Catriona Buchanan stormed home as the leading female in 1.26.21, 19th overall, and setting a new ladies record by 5 minutes. Central’s other runners grouped well further down the field with Fraser Purves 64th in 1.33.58, Richard Coombs 66th in 1.34.37, Hugh Buchanan 76th in 1.35.33, and Hazel Dean 83rd overall and seventh woman in 1.37.17. The Ben Venue race was the final event in the Scottish Hill Runners Championship for the year, and Catriona Buchanan walked away with both the Under 23 and the Open Women’s trophies.

A week later saw the Pentland Skyline race (9 October), a classic tour of the hills south of Edinburgh, starting and finishing at Hillend Ski Centre, and totalling 26.6km, with 1890metres of climb. Alasdair Anthony came home a clear winner in 2.38.13, nearly a minute ahead of his nearest rival. The Pentlands race was the final part of the year’s Long Classics series comprising 10 races, each longer than 20km with more than 1000m of ascent, and Anthony claimed third place overall in the Series.

Meall nan Tarmachan by Killin awaited on the following Saturday (15 October), covering a relatively short 9.5km, but packing in 700metres of climb. Alasdair Anthony returned a time of 51.31, more than a minute inside the previous record, but had to be content with second place behind a resurgent Prasad Prasad of Callander, returning to racing after a long injury layoff. Catriona Buchanan set her second record of the month, being the fastest woman in 58.17, giving her eighth place overall. Central’s contingent was completed by Richard Coombs in 15th place, taking 1.04.04.

The fourth weekend of racing brought the Run of the Mill event (23 October) amounting to 14.5km with 850metres of climb from Alva. The course stays low to Tillicoultry before climbing to Andrew Gannell, Ben Cleuch and Ben Ever and descending to the finish back at Alva. In an echo of the results from the previous week, Alasdair Anthony broke the previous Men’s record, but was beaten into second place by Lochaber’s Finlay Wild, while Catriona Buchanan won in a new women’s record of 1.19.58, just a few seconds ahead of Sarah Ridgway, visiting from Snowdonia. Allan Gall was Central’s third runner, finishing in a strong 92nd in 1.44.54.

PORTSMOUTH EVENT

With Cross Country races on hold at the weekend Central’s John Newsom made the long trip to Portsmouth to compete in the BUPA Great South Run over 10miles. In a high quality International field John had an outstanding run to come home 27th in an excellent 51min 12secs leaving many high profile runners in his wake.

New peaks on the hills

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RUGBYsport

RBS CALEDONIA REGIONAL LEAGUE DIVISION 1

Team Played W D L F : A Bonus Points

ABERDEENSHIRE 8 7 0 1 172:98 3 31 HILLFOOTS RFC 8 6 0 2 187:126 4 28 ORKNEY 8 5 0 3 206:157 6 26 STRATHMORE RFC 7 4 1 2 161:121 2 20 HIGHLAND RFC 6 4 0 2 129:112 2 18 MACKIE ACADEMY FP 8 3 0 5 187:218 4 16 GORDONIANS RFC 7 2 0 5 151:171 5 13 CAITHNESS RFC 7 3 0 4 129:161 0 8 GLENROTHES 8 1 0 7 115:222 2 6 ABERDEEN UNIVERSITY RFC 7 1 1 5 161:212 4 5

Results: Sat 29th OctOrkney 62 : 19 Aberdeen Uni RFC Hillfoots RFC 27 : 22 Aberdeenshire Gordonians RFC 19 : 25 Strathmore RFCEllon RFC 5 : 22 Dunfermline RFC

Highland V Orkney Glenrothes V Aberdeen Uni Caithness V Mackie Acad FP Aberdeenshire V Strathmore Gordonians V Hillfoots

Weekend Fixtures: Sat 5th November

CALEDONIA REGIONAL SHIELDS - rnd 1

DARTS

RBS CALEDONIA REGIONAL LEAGUE DIVISION 2 MIDLANDS

Team Played W D L F : A Bonus Points

GRANGEMOUTH 7 7 0 0 208:31 3 31ST ANDREWS UNIVERSITY 7 6 0 1 251:102 6 30MADRAS 7 6 0 1 202:82 6 30HARRIS ACADEMY FP 7 5 0 2 134:184 2 22STIRLING UNIVERSITY 7 3 0 4 180:152 4 16BLAIRGOWRIE 6 3 0 3 75:101 1 13ALLOA 6 2 0 4 62:94 2 10FIFE SOUTHERN 7 1 0 6 44:137 1 5KINROSS 7 1 0 6 83:206 1 5CARNOUSTIE 7 0 0 7 73:223 1 1

ResultsSat 29th Oct

Stirling University 16Madras 22

Fri 4th November Kinross V Blairgowrie

Sat 5th November Alloa V Carnoustie HSFPFife South V Harris Acad FPMadras V St. Andrews UniGrangemouth V Stirling Uni

Weekend FixturesRBS CALEDONIA REGIONAL LEAGUE DIVISION 2

Colts come close in tough match

Alloa Colts 7Strathmore Colts 12

Alloa Colts came back from a three week lay-off and

fought out a close match with Forfar side, Strathmore.

Playing with the wind at their backs in the first half, Alloa had the best of the play and deservedly went into the break 7 points ahead. Great back play by McKenzie, Cairney and Murrell released Marc Murray to speed over for a try. Lee Cairney knocked over the conversion.

The heavy pitch however seemed to suit the visitors more and they levelled the scores via a converted try albeit with a hint of offside. Strathmore eventually won the day with a second try later in the second period.

The positives from the day were the increasing numbers joining the Alloa club with 23 players available on the day.

After the match the respective club coaches agreed

Hillfoots played host to league leaders,

Aberdeenshire, in Round 1 of the RBS Caledonia Regional Shield. ‘Foots having already lost to the visitors this season, a tough game was on the cards. The damp conditions weren’t going to make it an easy day for either side.

The home side had their foot on the gas from the start and mounted pressure early on. A solid Aberdeenshire defence kept the scorecard blank for a while, but Hillfoots’ dominant forward pack were on a mission and had been destroying the inferior opposition scrum throughout the first period. This hard work paid off, ‘Foots drove the Aberdeenshire scrum over the line and Gavin Spowage touched down to open the scoring. Ali Page converted with his first attempt of the day and the home side were on the front foot. Hillfoots’ backs were running well and good angles from Robbie Hogg and Kenny Paterson saw the locals break the defensive line on several occasions. These runs gave Hillfoots the advantage of being further down the park and scrappy play from the visitors lead to another scrum near the try line. Again the ‘Foots forwards cleared the Aberdeenshire pack

over the line, only for a sneaky scrum-half getting under the ball to prevent Spowage for his 2nd. However, Hillfoots own scrum-half Gregor Manson was on hand for a quick thinking pick and dive over the line. The 2nd try of the day and another step closer to the next round of the Shield. Page converted for a 14 point lead. ‘Foots discipline dipped a little and let Aberdeenshire edge into the game, but with a sturdy defence no scores went through and the match official called for half-time.

Half Time. Hillfoots 14 – 0 Aberdeenshire.

The second half kicked off with a change of pace and Hillfoots lacked any of the power seen in the first half. A real lack in discipline saw the penalties build up and Aberdeenshire gain the upper hand with the majority of possession and pressurising runs. The tables completely turned and the visitors were soon on top with 4 tries in quick concession. Taking the game to 14-22 in the travellers favour. The rain now lashing down, ‘Foots looked completely down and out with heads hanging low and not a lot of support coming from the sidelines. With about 15 minutes left to go, Hillfoots were dealt a blow when

to advance their next league fixture so the teams do it all again this week at Inchmacoble Park, Forfar.

The Alloa S1 / S2 team which is combined with Grangemouth R.F.C. had a fixture against Falkirk R.F.C. over at Gelnburgh. Despite losing a couple of players to a sickness bug overnight, the Alloa / Grangemouth combine performed very well and were only overcome in the latter stages as the Falkirk side introduced fresh legs into their squad. The Alloa contigent showed up very well with Logan Rock scoring an excellent try.

Alloa’s ever growing mini section took part in the Falkirk tournament on Sunday. The tournament attracted a larger number of teams than usual with over 200 kids going into action at Sunnyside. Alloa competed very well scoring

Hillfoots RFC 27 Aberdeenshire RFC 22

Late Drama Secures ‘Foots Win

excellent team tries in their four fixtures.

The mini section have moved their training sessions to Alloa Academy as from this Sunday – training time 12 noon to 1pm. The kids will use the all-weather surface or indoor facility depending on weather conditions.

replacement prop, Nik Binning, was shown a yellow card for a ruck infringement. Arguably a tad harsh, but with the way the game was going it didn’t seem to be Hillfoots day. However, as the rain started to fade off, so did the pressure from the visitors and Hillfoots showed a bit of belief to get back into the game. A bursting sprint up the line, from Paterson, and pop off to Hogg saw the ‘Foots centre score just wide of the posts. Unfortunately kicker, Andrew Hamilton couldn’t close the gap further but with 5 minutes on the clock, Hillfoots were back within 3 points. The home side seemed revived and with the re-introduction of the sin binned player, ‘Foots were back to full force. They pressured up the park and this led to a penalty just wide of the posts about 20-metres out. The ref called “last play” and Hillfoots game rested on this kick from Hamilton. Under the pressure of the game, tiredness of 80minutes played and force of the rain and wind, Hamilton slotted to tie the game 22 points a-piece. The ref blew for full-time.

After a few moments of confusion from the ref, it was decided that two, ten minute half’s were to be played to determine a winner. The first period of extra time went by with no score and no real chance from either side. The second half kicked off with ‘Foots playing up the park. The wind and rain now

settled and Hillfoots began to look on top. Pressure mounted up the park and chance after chance went by with the last gasp Aberdeenshire defence holding up. A ruck formed after a bulldozing run from Sandy Penman and the ball was slow, David McCulloch picked up and popped off to Logan Bonar. Bonar dummied the long pass and made a break for the line, tackled just before the line, the young stand-off, powered through and made a desperate stretch for the line. He touched down and the ref awarded the try. Hillfoots were up by 5 points with little time to play. Aberdeen tried their best to apply pressure back down the park but the Hillfoots defence stayed strong, and when a last ditch effort to run the ball wide was bungled into touch by Bonar and Paterson, the ref blew his whistle for full-time. Hillfoots won and will progress to the next round of the RBS Caledonia Shield, they take on Dunfermline on the 10th December.

Match of the Match was a hard fought battle this week with many players like Bonar, Hogg, and Paterson all in contention. The award went to Neil Leeson for a exemplary performance in the front row

Hillfoots are back to league competition next week and travel north to face Gordonians. Kick off will be 2pm and a bus will be leaving from the club. Contact the club if you wish to travel and support.

CHARITY SINGLES FINALS This seasons Gents title went to Craig Baxter who beat Barry

McAdam in the final, The Ladies title went to Jenni Tully who beat Leanne Lawson in the final , This seasons charity was Scottish Autism with £500 raised from the players.

Also many thanks to Rgs Roofing for the donation of £100 towards the charity, Thanks are also passed on to our sponsors Oakwood Lounge and Abercromby arms

LEAGUE RESULTS WEEK 8 A DIVISONOakwood A 8 - 4 GartmornUpstairs A 6 - 6 Alva GcAbercromby A 3 - 9 Oakwood APeppes 4 - 8 StarThe Oakwood Lounge are 3 pts clear at the top followed by Abercromby A

B DIVSIONJohnstone 5 - 7 WeirsStar B 9 - 3 Abercromby BRed Lion B 4 - 8 Red Lion AHorseshoe 7 - 5 InnAbercromby B 6 - 6 Upstairs BRed Lion A are 1pt clear at the top From Weirs

SCOTTISH TRIPLES The County play off is on Saturday Nov 12th with a 12 30 reg

, All names to Davie Hanson asap entry £10

LEAGUE HOLIDAY The League will be on holiday this Friday Nov 4th for the

Berwick darts weekend

ALLOA MASTERS 2012 The Alloa Masters 2012 event will be held in Alloa Town

Hall on Friday August 17th, The next event will feature Scotland’s Gary Anderson , The Dazzler Darryl Fitton and the two Bad Boys of Darts Two Time World Champion Ted (the count) Hankey and from Down Under Paul Nicolson and they will be joined by the world number Mc Paul Booth ,

Tables & Tickets can be booked now Tel 07872078715 , The first local qualifier with the winner having a chance to take on the pros will be held in the Oakwood on Jan 7th 2012 entry £5 all names to Davie Hanson asap.

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WEE COUNTY FANZONE - Fans at Galabank, Annan for Cup Replay

Junior Football League Home Away TEAM P W D L F A W D L F A GD PtsTayport 7 1 0 2 2 3 4 0 0 7 0 6 15 Oakley United 5 2 1 0 10 2 2 0 0 6 4 10 13 Glenrothes 5 2 1 0 9 6 1 1 0 4 3 4 11 Penicuik Athletic 5 2 0 1 8 5 1 0 1 2 1 4 9 Newtongrange Star 6 1 1 1 4 3 1 1 1 8 7 2 8 Sauchie Juniors 5 1 0 0 1 0 1 2 1 7 7 1 8 Broughty Athletic 7 0 1 2 5 10 2 1 1 6 6 -5 8 Ballingry Rovers 7 1 2 1 10 9 0 1 2 1 5 -3 6 Arniston Rangers 7 0 1 2 1 5 1 2 1 5 8 -7 6 Broxburn Athletic 4 1 1 0 4 2 0 0 2 2 7 -3 4 Armadale Thistle 7 0 2 2 1 4 0 2 1 2 5 -6 4 Downfield 5 1 0 2 5 4 0 0 2 3 7 -3 3

Saturday’s game was a tough test for us, the squad was

down on numbers due to a few injuries and we knew it would be a hard game to compete in. The playing conditions were not the best as it was a very heavy surface and we knew this would take its toll on our players.

We started the game well and looked pretty much in control, adapting to the poor conditions quickly and seemed to have most of the possession. We opted for three upfront again and it worked well to begin with. Brian Morgan and Danny Ashe working well in the wide areas to get support to the front men.

A great piece of individual play by Brian Morgan saw him cutting inside the box and striking into the top corner to give us a well deserved lead.

We really thought after that we would go on and finish the game off early and seal our place in the next round. This was not to be. Renfrew broke away up the park on probably the first time they troubled us in the first half. Then cutting in from the right, Kenny Feaks mistimed a tackle and their forward made the most of it and won a penalty. Was it a penalty? Well it was one of those ones that if it was for us, we would be wanting it and if it goes against you, you feel a bit hard done by.

Ex Sauchie player Zok scored from the spot to make it one each

and bring Renfrew back into the game.

At half time we regrouped the players and asked them to go out, play things sharp and simple and to get in behind their back four who were making it difficult for us. Unfortunately this was not to be the case and the second half was poor especially from our team and it is probably our worst period of play for a long time. The players and management know that this is not acceptable and must change.

A few factors involved in this were the poor pitch and the way Renfrew stopped us from playing, which to their credit worked and we could not find a way round about their strong back four.

A few chances went either way, with some good defending from our back three King, Rennie & Feaks then, there was an exceptional save from Bryn which really kept us in the hat for the next round. It was a poor performance in the second half but we went to a very difficult place with Renfrew being Scottish Cup Champions in the past and the only bonus is that we are still in the hat for the next round.

We missed several chances late on when we really needed our strikers to be decisive and clinical but that will need to come back for this week.

The replay will be this Saturday at Beechwood Park, Sauchie with a

2pm kick off. This will be a very tough test for us and we will need to be firing on all cylinders to go on and win the game.

After last week’s second half, Renfrew will come here confident of a getting a win and it will be up to us to stop that from happening. We have a great squad and they play some very good football but they know that last week was not acceptable and not to our usual standard.

We have worked hard once again this week in training and with two or three players hopefully shaking off little niggles we will be throwing everything at this game.

This is the Emirates Scottish Cup, we only get one crack at it each year and we want to improve upon our great run last year of getting to the last 16.

Please come along, support the players and enjoy an afternoon of entertaining junior football. Thank you Fraser, Davy and Simy

Manager looking for improvement in Cup replayDuncan: we must do better

Manager Fraser Duncan

RENFREW 1 SAUCHIE 1

Sauchie travelled to meet Renfrew in the 2nd round of

the Emirates Scottish Junior Cup. On the arrival to Western Park, it was clear that the heavy rain that had fallen on the pitch prior to the match would have some bearing on the result. The pitch was both heavy and slippery and would have appeared unsuitable for Sauchie’s passing style of football.

A large travelling support from Sauchie witnessed their team taking the game to Renfrew in the early stages, without much success. On the 14th min, Sauchie opened the scoring through a trademark shot from full back Brian Morgan. Gary Carroll passed the ball to Morgan from the right wing, with Morgan carrying the ball to the edge of the box where upon his shot left the Renfrew goalkeeper, McLeay, a spectator as the ball flew into the left corner of the goal net. This should have been the springboard for Sauchie to go on and win the match.

On the 20th min, with Renfrew having their first attack in the Sauchie box, Kenny Freaks made an error of judgement and tackled the attacking Renfrew player unnecessary, leaving the referee, Graeme Stewart with an easy decision of awarding a penalty. Chris Zok stepped up and put the ball straight through the middle and into the goal to equalise.

Sauchie continued to try to play a passing game with their midfield, but Comrie and Purdie did not get any time on the ball. Renfrew adopted a route one approach in the first half, taking advantage of a strong wind at their back. This resulted in their David Gordon hitting over the bar from fifteen yards on the 25th min.

For all Sauchie’s procession they created few chances during the rest of the first half. Steven Bell had an opportunity on the 35th min where he broke passed the Renfrew defender and had his shot defected as he struggled to keep his feet.

The resulting corner ended up with Steven Rennie’s goal bound

header being defected for another corner.

On the 37th min, Darren Cummins beat two player on the left wing and cut into the box and his curved shoot that was heading for the right bottom was brilliantly saved by McLeay.

The first half ended with the large Sauchie support calling for a penalty after a great first touch from Carroll allowed him to beat his player and get into the box where he was brought down by a Renfrew defender. On another day it would have been given.

In the second half, Renfrew changed their style of play, using the wide spaces to attack Sauchie. This change appeared to be fruitful, after 20 mins of the second half a cross from the left side found Mort three yards out with a free shot which Halliwell saved brilliantly, he also reacted the quickest to grab the resulting loose ball. This served as a warning for Sauchie, who upped their play and created more chances for themselves.

Donaldson replaced Carroll after 67 mins and laid off the ball for Bell who shot over the bar. Bell was presented with another chance after beating the off side trap, however his shot was too direct at the goalkeeper from the edge of the box.

As the pitch conditions worsen with persist rain, Sauchie pressed for a winning goal, with the Sauchie Managers, Duncan and Beatson replacing Bell with Bonnar on the 72 mark.

On the 80th min, Bonnar produced a great run down the left wing, crossing the ball for Cummings, who volleyed the ball which the goalkeeper saved. Bonnar had his own chance near the end of the match, however his shot was poorly hit by his standards.

Overall Sauchie will be disappointed not to have won the match, however, Renfrew, who won the Scottish Cup in 2001 matched their opponents for effort. The replay at Beechwood Park this Saturday with a 2 pm kick off promises to be a cracking cup tie with lots of fireworks. The large Sauchie support will be looking for more clinical finishing from the Sauchie strikers.

Cup tie ends in a draw

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Weekend Fixtures: Saturday 5th November

Pld W D L W D L GD PtsAnnan Athletic 9 4 1 0 3 0 1 10 22Stranraer 10 3 1 2 3 0 1 10 19Queen’s Park 10 2 1 1 3 1 2 2 17Alloa Athletic 9 2 2 0 3 0 2 0 17Elgin 9 4 0 1 1 1 2 7 16Clyde 9 3 0 2 1 2 1 6 14Berwick 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 0 11Montrose 9 2 0 2 1 0 4 -8 9Peterhead 9 0 1 3 1 0 4 -8 4East Stirling 9 1 0 4 0 0 4 -19 3

Alloa Athletic v StranraerBerwick v ElginMontrose v East StirlingPeterhead v ClydeQueen’s Park v Annan Athletic

Annan Athletic P PeterheadClyde P Alloa AthleticEast Stirling P BerwickElgin P MontroseStranraer 2 Queen’s Park 3Grehan (23) Longworth (12)Malcolm (29) Smith (72) Watt (89)

IRN BRU DIV 3 ResultsSat 29th October

Tullibody may have taken a 5-1 lead at half time but credit to Milton who never

gave up. Goalscorers were Paterson 2, Sinclar 2, McIntyre, Aitken and Dawson. Next match; Scottish cup 3rd round draw Tullibody v Woodwynd Wolves (Ayrshire league), 5th November at Tullibody Civic Center 2pm kickoff. The East of Scotland cup 3rd round draw saw Tullibody paired with Doune Castle (Caledonian league) on 19th November.

Tullibody Community FC under 13s were

worthy 4-3 winners in what was a fiercely contested match today at the Old Denny High School versus a spirited Central Rio. The heavy park made for a less than pretty match, but both teams made up for it with no little guile and endeavor. Tullibody struck first with a goal from Rocco Giannandrea and continued to pile on the pressure with Ronan Kenneth Horne getting a lot of space on the right hand side of the forward line. After a great fight back and two goals in quick succession Central Rio found themselves 3-2

to the good with about 15 minutes left - after having been down 2-1.

The under 13s continued to plug away and some great pressure, good defending and no lack of luck saw them pull it back to 3-3 with a goal from Ronan Horne after a goal mouth scramble and shortly after Kieran Sturridge Bonner sealed the points with a nice finish in the box, again after a stramash just in front of the keeper.

It was a good return for the boys from the 15+ chances that they created during the game. The performances from front to back were great and the boys should be proud of themselves! Special mention must be made of Lewis McEwan who continued to play

through the pain; with a marble-sized lump on his forehead after a clash of heads early on.

Elsewhere the under 14s won 3-2 against Falkirk FCF Reds.

On Sunday the 30th Tullibody Community LFC Girls season came to an end. Tullibodys under 17s girls hosted Broughmuir Thistle but lost out in a hard faught encounter 3-2. Lauren Bell scoring Tullibodys goals. The club is looking to expand on thier current u11s, u13s and u17s teams by introducing and under 15s and Ladies section. The club can now offer football to girls or ladies of any age if you would like further information please contact Sandra Reynolds on 01259721196.

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Alloa travelled to Annan for their second round Scottish Cup replay at the weekend full of

confidence from their battling display the week before at Recreation Park.

Weather conditions were less than ideal at Galabank as the wind was swirling through the stadium, ruling out any chance of the long ball approach.

Manager Hartley made some changes to his starting line-up from the previous encounter that saw Harding, Young and Winters left out.

New signing Stevie Masterton, fresh off the back of some excellent performances found himself in the starting eleven along with Armand One and Craig Campbell.

Annan decided to play into the wind for the first half and managed to force some early pressure on the Alloa defence, signalling to the visitors their intent.

The home side could have easily been two up inside the first 10 minutes as Bain was forced to make a double save and Cawley headed clear.

Having the advantage of the wind behind them, Alloa started to find their rhythm and put together some

good play.Masterton had an effort blocked,

whilst Cawley who was causing some distress to the Annan defence saw his effort saved by Summersgill in goal.

Despite a spell on the attack, it was the home side who went ahead on the 28th minute. Annan found space on the left where Cox managed to send over the prefect cross for the waiting Gilfillan to head home.

Alloa were given a lifeline when Annan went two up seven minutes later but the official had deemed Bell to be offside.

Alloa’s best efforts of the half arrived just before half time. Armand One had a good headed attempt sail narrowly wide of the right hand post, whilst Campbell should have done better with his effort after being set up by Cawley.

Hartley must have given his player a real stern talking to at the break as they looked a different side in the second half.

The Wasps shooting into the wind had more grit in their game as they got off to a promising start, with Campbell testing Summersgill in goal.

Cawley had a good effort cleared by the Annan defence as the Wasps piled on the pressure looking for the equaliser.

It was beginning to turn into an exciting cup tie with end to end action. Annan went close when Muirhead’s free-kick was saved by Bain. The keeper was saved his blushes minutes later after a poor clearance nearly gifted Annan their second goal.

Armand One was booked late on for a challenge on the goalkeeper as the Wasps looked to get back level.

Disaster struck five minutes from time as the Wasps were throwing

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everything forward for the equaliser, Annan added their second.

The home side won a corner after a break, from which a perfect ball over found Muirhead who managed to connect with his head, sending the ball into the net past Bain.

Late on, Gordon had a good headed effort go wide as the Wasps looked for a consolation goal.

Annan now progress through to the next round to face Stenhousemuir, whilst Alloa now have to concentrate on league business.

Talking after the match, manager Hartley said; “Disappointed, not a lot in the game but they got the goals, we had a couple of chances but it was disappointing.

“We knew what to expect when we came here, we know the way they play – they play to their strengths, it wasn’t a pretty game

that’s for sure – it is how football goes at times , we must concentrate now on the league.

“We didn’t want to go out of the cup but it can happen in football , we didn’t play as we can play – so no complaints!”

Annan Athletic 2Alloa Athletic 0

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