249 June 2015 - Gryffe Advertizer

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The month of May was an interesting and busy one for
politicians! The high general election turnout was good for
democracy. Thanks to all who voted and particularly to those
who supported my preferred candidates and helped to ring
the changes. I am sure our new MP’s will work hard to justify
the faith you have put in them.
Bridge of Weir Gala Day has as usual taken huge amounts
of planning and organisation and I wish to extend my
congratulations and best wishes to Gordon Lethorn and the
Gala Day Committee.
There has been a problem at Houston Road Park with the
security gates being forced open leaving the park vulnerable
to vehicular vandalism. This restricts the useable area for the youngsters who
use it for football and leaves the council with the expense of re-instating the
churned-up ground. The council is considering a long-term solution to this
problem.
There has been agreement that the ditches on either side of Slateford Road, the
main southern access road to Dargavel, are not satisfactory and arrangements
are going ahead for these to be filled in. The developer has obtained signs
to warn of the unusual shared surface road configuration. However, following
tests they have reported that the lighting columns are not strong enough to
support these, so additional posts will be installed.
The other traffic matter to the fore in Bishopton at present is the issue of parking,
both near the school at drop-off and pick-up times and at the station where
commuter parking is causing inconvenience to local residents. I spoke to Roads
Department officers who arranged to visit both locations. A second crossing
patrol warden on Old Greenock Road has been recommended and parking
restriction options are being considered in Poplar Avenue and Gledstane Road.
Meantime, I would urge drivers to park responsibly before leaving their cars and
to avoid causing restrictions for delivery vehicles and the collection of refuse.
Have a lovely summer! Cllr.maria.brown@renfrewshire.gov.uk
Telephone: - 03003 001259, Mobile: - 07534 148734
The Bridge in June
For the first few weeks we are showcasing a photographic display by local
photographer, Gwyneth Bell. From the 22nd June, please come in to see
Gryffe Camera Club’s annual photographic display and view the prizewinning
photographs in the local schools’ competition.
Father’s Day: Have you remembered FATHER’S DAY which is celebrated on
Sunday 21st June? Purchase a card from our selection to let your Dad know
how much he is appreciated.
Graduation Success - send your congratulations in a card from our display.
For all your other purchases of stationery, greeting cards, pocket money toys
and hand crafted items please support The Bridge where our volunteers work
hard to meet your needs.
Post Office - unsure of what to buy to commemorate a
special occasion? Why not purchase a gift card from the
Post Office. These can be redeemed in a large number
of retail outlets. Please ask Donald, Pat or Anne for more
information on any of our Post Office services.
New Volunteers - we are looking forward to recruiting new volunteers. Please
join the Trustees and our band of loyal volunteers at our Open Evening to be
held in The Bridge on Friday 12th June at 7.30pm.
Film Club - the new programme for fortnightly showings is now available. Please
ask our volunteers for a copy.
As always, we thank you for your support - The Bridge is your Post Office, Shop
and Community Centre in the centre of the village.
(Opening Hours: Mon – 9am to 5pm (PO closed 12 noon to 12.30pm); Tues &
Fri – 1pm to 5pm; Wed & Thu – 10am to 2pm; Sat – 9am to 1pm)
Book, CD, DVD Sale
& Coffee Morning
Langbank Sunday Club is holding a sale of books, CDs & DVDs, along with a
Coffee Morning in the Church Hall on Sat 13th June from 10am - 12noon.
Donations of any of the above will be gratefully received at the Church on Fri
12th between 7.30 and 9pm.
Please come along on the 13th and support the children. Have a browse, and
enjoy a cup of coffee and home baking.
Livery Walk Car Park,
Bridge of Weir
Works to resurface the car park in Livery Walk, Bridge of Weir will take place on
3rd August, with works due to last 3 or 4 days.
During this time the car park is likely to be closed, but works will be carried out
as quickly as possible to minimise disruption.
Bridge of Weir Messy Church
We have another double dose of Messy Church this month.
On Sunday 7th June, we will be meeting in Freeland church hall as usual at
4pm but things will be different from normal. We will start with the talk and
songs at 4pm and then everyone can collect their picnic bag and walk up to The
Glen for lots of fun and games. We plan to go rain or shine this year so bring
your waterproofs and wellies with you if it is raining. If anyone feels they would
have difficulty getting up to The Glen or has any other questions, please call
Catherine on 07980 649377
On Monday 15th June, we will be taking part in the Gala Week celebrations. We
will start at the slightly later time of 5pm and will run until 7pm. For those of you
who have never been, we will be having an hour of craft and games followed by
a talk and songs. We will then all eat together before the end.
Everyone is welcome, young and old. Please come along and enjoy the fun as
well as getting to know other people in the village.
Look for Bridge of Weir Messy Church on Facebook.
Finally, there will be no Messy Church in July or August but we will be back again
on Sunday 6th September at 4pm. Hope to see you there!