259 April 2016 - Gryffe Advertizer

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44 the advertizer t: 01505 613340 e: info@advertizer.co.uk kilbarchan & lochwinnoch ..................................................... PLANNING: Renfrewshire Council has received a planning application proposing a housing development in the area north west of Kilbarchan quarry - Branscroft. This was the subject of a public event in the Old Library in October last year hosted by the applicant. The application falls into the category of a major development. The formal consideration of the application within the planning process will now take effect, which in all probability will be referred to the full council rather than the Planning and Property Board. There is now the opportunity for residents, near neighbours, the community council and other parties to make representations to Renfrewshire Council as the responsible planning authority. Following a plea, and to take account of the Easter holidays, the deadline for representations has been extended to the 14th April. Whatever your views on the application, I would strongly recommend that having considered the proposals, you make those views known to the planning authority in order that it has an appreciation of the issues raised by villagers. A final point of clarification is that this application is separate from the public exhibition which took place in the Old Library on 15 March, which was in regard to a possible future application to develop land adjacent to Barrhill Crescent. I will let you know of any news on this front. TRANSPORT: I sincerely hope, that the genuine frustration felt by rail passengers in Lochwinnoch, arising from recent severe flooding of the access road to the station will be a one off. Following approaches to Scotrail and Network Rail regarding what was an unacceptable situation, work has been undertaken to clear the surface water, and do remedial work on the roadway, I hope that this will help prevent further problems. GRANTS: Kilbarchan is set to benefit from decisions made at the March meeting of the Finance board of Renfrewshire Council. As a board member, I was delighted to approve, respectively grants to the Community Council and Kipco for additional Christmas lights on the cherry trees at the scout hall, and a replacement boiler in the Old Library. My surgeries are on the first Saturday of every month except January and July at 9am in the Mckillop Institute and 10am in the Steeple Hall. Meantime please contact me on any matter at cllr.derek.bibby@renfrewshire.gov. uk or, phone 0300 300 1274 or 07534156007 Scottish Country Dance Classes Tuesdays in the McKillop Hall, Lochwinnoch at 7.30pm. We always have great fun and it's good exercise too! Phone Lorna Black 01505 843048 for more info. BUDGET: Since the last Gryffe Advertizer was published Renfrewshire Council has had its annual Budget meeting at which the decision was made that Paisley is to get a new £15 million Sports Village, and town centres like Paisley and Renfrew are to get free Wi Fi. These are positive developments for the leading town in Renfrewshire but Paisley is only 75,000 residents whereas 100,000 people live outwith Paisley, and there was little in this budget for them. There were some new monies for community halls so I have written to the Chief Executive of Renfrewshire Leisure asking for an upgrade to the fabric of the Steeple Hall, Kilbarchan, and the McKillop Institute, Lochwinnoch. I am also continuing to work with Mhairi Black MP to improve the Broadband service in both Kilbarchan and Lochwinnoch. EVENTS: Over the last month my wife, Audrey, and I have enjoyed many of the events at the Lochwinnoch Arts Festival, which is a magnificent event for a small village in Renfrewshire. Managing to attract the folk singer, Dougie McLean, author of the seminal song Caledonia, was a credit to the organisers, Morag Thow, and her team. A key problem for Lochwinnoch has been the flooding of the slip road into Lochwinnoch railway station, and my colleague, Stewart Maxwell MSP, and I, have approached Abellio/Scotrail who have drained the slip road and pledged to resolve the issue for good. SURGERIES: My advice surgery in Kilbarchan is on the 2nd Wednesday of the month in the Steeple Hall at 7.45pm, and my advice surgery in Lochwinnoch is on the 4th Wednesday of the month in the McKillop at 7.30pm, excluding July. But I am also always available to constituents who can call me on 07534 148224, tweet me on CllrAndy4Ward8 or email me at cllr.andy.doig@renfrewshire.gov.uk. Kilbarchan Parish Church During the month of April, services continue on Sunday mornings at 11am, conducted by Rev. Stephen Smith. The Sacrament of Holy Communion will be observed on Sunday 24th April at 11am and 6.30pm. All are welcome to any or all of these services. Sunday School and the crèche meet from 10.45am in the hall. All details about the church, worship and the many organisations can be seen by visiting the website: www.kilbarchan-kirk.btck.co.uk After worship on Sunday 3rd April, there will be a produce stall in the hall and it is hoped that many people will come along to donate and buy fresh produce-baking, preserves, fruit, vegetables, flowers. Looking ahead to May, the Plant Sale will take place on Saturday 21st and forms are available from any church member or by phoning 704502. Gryffe Scottish Country Dance Club Wednesday 13 April - We will be holding a Scottish Country Dance in the Kilbarchan Guide Centre from 7.30pm - 11pm. Music by Marian Anderson. Come along for a great evenings dancing, lovely music, good company, a supper and a raffle - all for £7. Proceeds from the dance will go this year to the R.N.L.I. Contact Les Lambert for details, tickets etc at 01505 704398. Habbie Tat Kilbarchan’s popular Habbie Tat event resumes with a fresh sale of clear-out goods, including bric-a-brac and many collectables at the Performing Arts Centre in Steeple Square, on Sunday 1st May. “We have some new stallholders participating and there is guaranteed to be a very interesting selection of items offered,” said organiser Brenda Temple. The Habbie tat events began after several friends spoke about wanting to clear the attic or tidy out the garage and generally de-clutter. Each time, there is a different selection presented and there will be several new stallholders bringing along items for sale in May. “We have some paintings and prints this time, and even some smaller items of furniture, and a local picture framer is clearing out his workshop too, with many really beautiful frames for sale at a fraction of the usual price,” added Brenda. Doors open at 12noon and all of the admission money collected (tickets are 50p) go to Hessilhead Wildlife Rescue Centre. Kilbarchan Parish Church Tots’ Club The club recommences after the break for Easter, on Monday 11th April from 9.15-11.30am in the hall, where tots with their parents, grandparents etc will be made welcome. There are many toys to play with and a bouncy castle. The cost remains at £1 for adults, which includes tea/coffee. The group is once again participating in the Paisley Express Wish campaign and will be happy to receive vouchers collected from the paper-there is a box in the hall kitchen for the vouchers.
Coffee Morning Guide Centre, Kilbarchan Saturday 2 April - 10am-12 Noon Hosted by OES Glentyan Chapter -Tickets £2.50 - adults, Under 12s - Free (Children must be accompanied by an adult). Crafts, Home Baking, Raffles and more. Come and enjoy a coffee, home baked cakes and a browse round our craft/sales tables. www.advertizer.co.uk april 2016 45 45 With only 2 months to go, the Lilias Day committee are busy finalising plans for the day. The event which takes place on Saturday 4th June is already set to be one of the best yet. £1000 LILIAS DAY RAFFLE The Lilias Day raffle will once again top the bill with a £1000 raffle prize given on the day. Tickets are now on sale from committee members and businesses around the village. Look out for the pink posters. Last year’s winners, the Gallacher family (pictured), were delighted to be able to put their winnings towards their upcoming wedding. Mr Gallacher said: “It was wonderful to win such a fantastic prize to put towards the cost of our wedding. We were happy to buy our tickets to make a contribution to such a good cause and it was an amazing surprise to actually win” TUG OF WAR TOURNAMENT – TEAMS WANTED After its previous success we are looking for teams to take part in the tug of war tournament. Can you beat the reigning champions, The Trust Inn? Or can the ‘top of the village’ take on the ‘bottom of the village’? Contact the Lilias Day Committee to register your team of 6 (see details below). FUNDRAISING QUIZ NIGHT SUCCESS Support for Lilias Day outside of the day itself has continued with a sell-out quiz night organised by Seona Hart that raised more than £500! Joint Chair, Graeme Stockton, is delighted with the support for this years’ event: “The response as ever has been really encouraging. The fundraising quiz night has been a real boost for us. We are so thankful for support we get from local businesses, organisations and individuals to help make Lilias Day happen.” Fellow Chair, Susan Calcluth adds: “Having the community involved is really important and we’ve already had lots of new interest from people wanting to take part in the parade or be involved in the event. It’s also great way for local organisations to raise funds to support their work and to have fun at the same time” GET INVOLVED There are still lots of ways groups and individuals can get involved. You can help to transform the village by decorating your home or business (there are great prizes to be won), take one of the few remaining stalls or get involved in our arena events. NEW WEBSITE LAUNCHED You can keep up to date on all the latest news on our brand new Lilias Day website www.liliasday. co.uk We are delighted to announce that our website is now live thanks to sponsorship from committee member Damon Scott and titanwebsites.co.uk. GET IN TOUCH To get in touch or for more information: Email: info@liliasday.co.uk Phone Graeme: 07768 433 183. Visit the new website at www.liliasday.co.uk Find Kilbarchan Lilias Day on facebook Follow Lilias Day on Twitter: @LiliasDay Kilbarchan Fairtrade Group In Fairtrade Fortnight the group ran a stall at Kilbarchan Parish Church which featured an array of products which were for sale and a display of Fairtrade products that can be obtained from Kilbarchan Co-op (photo). Over two hundred pounds worth of goods were sold. The group simultaneously ran a ‘Sit Down for Breakfast, Stand up for Farmers’ event, at which around fifty people enjoyed pancakes with their Fairtrade tea or coffee. Thank you to the team behind the counter, in the kitchen and to all who supported the events. Weaver’s Cottage (NTS), Kilbarchan The Weaver’s Cottage recently hosted a photo shoot for a forthcoming CD which, amongst other Scottish composers, will feature the work of famous fiddler Neil Gow. The CD’s title is ‘Alone in History’. Ardrossan born fiddler and composer Alastair Savage (left), studied classical violin in Glasgow and London and heads the Alastair Savage Trio. He has performed at Celtic Connections, the Scottish Fiddle Festival and the St Magnus Festival. Photographer Simon Butterworth (right) was shortlisted for the Sony World Professional awards in 2015 and won top three places in the 2014 International Photography Awards.
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