FUEL prices in Inverclyde remain highest in Scotland and some stations are charging motorists 30p more than a forecourt in nearby Dunoon today. Drivers in the area have repeatedly voiced their frustrations about being 'ripped off' at local pumps
THE world premiere of a stage play based on the sequel to Irvine Welsh's Trainspotting drew a sell-out audience in Greenock. Local writer and producer David Carswell unveiled his new play, Porno, on his home patch at the Beacon Arts Centre, before
INVERCLYDE Community Fund is looking for a volunteer administrator. To find out more about the position email keith@inverclydecommunityfund.org
LOCAL people in need of device advice can get help from their local library. One to one advice is available for help with smartphones and tablets, covering everything from social media to staying safe online. To find out more about booking
HUGE cruise ship Island Princess made her debut call to the Clyde yesterday. The vessel made its first call to Greenock Ocean Terminal with an early morning arrival. She has a capacity of over 2,000 passengers.
TICKETS are on sale for Morton's first home match of the league season on Saturday. Fans can purchase for the clash against Cove Rangers at Cappielow during office hours of 10am-noon and 1-4pm, or go to Smiths in Greenock town centre. There
MOTORISTS angry at Inverclyde's rip-off fuel prices are being asked to submit evidence as an investigation is launched into the scandal by a government watchdog. The Competitions and Markets Authority (CMA), has started a formal investigation into
FANS have put themselves forward to join the board of Morton Club Together. The group, which owns the Ton, has four director vacancies, with Gordon Ritchie and Stewart Farmer not seeking re-election and both set to stand down, while remaining as
WORKMEN have carried out safety checks on a famous Gourock landmark. Contractors scaled Cloch Lighthouse to carry out routine maintenance on the local beacon. The historic building has warned ships off The Gantocks for over 300 years and now
POLICE were called to a Greenock flat following the 'unexplained' sudden death of a 39-year-old. The man's body was discovered at Holmscroft Street shortly after 2.50am on Thursday. Police say there are no apparent suspicious circumstances.
CHARITY champs are bubbling over with excitement as they get set to raise lots of cash at an event in memory of a much-loved late family member. The group, named 'Christine's Cherubs' in honour of late family member Christine Mcanespie, are gearing
MORTON'S youngest girls team are looking for a new boss. The under eights need a new coach who can cover Sunday games and two nights of training each week. To find out more email girls.teams@mortoncommunity.net
A GREENOCK man who flew into an inexplicable rant after buying steak slices in a pound shop has paid a meaty price after being slapped with a £500 fine. Gary Morton, 53, was handed the penalty at the sheriff court over his foul-mouthed outburst
MORTON new boy Grant Gillespie's spot-kick scoring streak has him off to a flyer - but he insists he'd have swapped his latest for a win. The midfielder told the Tele he would happily have given up his penalty equaliser against Hamilton on Saturday
SPAR have pledged to clean up a fly-tipping hotspot after the Telegraph intervened on locals' behalf. Residents of Huntly Terrace contacted the Tele about overflowing bins near the former Spar store on Princes Street, which they said were attracting
A REFUGEE who was forced to flee from Afghanistan with his family has told how a local football charity helped him settle in to Inverclyde. Father-of-five Sayed Kazem Sadat left his home country in August last year as US troops pulled out of the
BELVILLE Community Garden's knit and natter group is meeting every Wednesday from 1-3pm. To book a place call 726034.
AN armed robbery accused Greenock man allegedly battered a booze shop worker with a bottle whilst holding a knife and stole the store's till. Prosecutors say Lewis Piggot, 23, targeted the New Best Cellar outlet on East Crawford Street with his
KILMACOLM Farmers' Market returns on Saturday with lots of stalls selling top-quality goods from local food producers. The market runs between 10am and 2pm in the village square.
A TALENTED Greenock musician is celebrating after securing a place at a prestigious national music institution. Rachel O'Connor has been awarded a coveted place at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's junior school after impressing during an intensive
A SENIOR councillor says a big reduction in the number of drug deaths in Inverclyde is 'no cause for celebration'. The figure has reduced from 33 in both 2019 and 2020 to 16 last year. Colin Jackson convener of the social work and social care
WHISKY connoisseurs will be able to enjoy a selection of special drams during an exclusive tasting session coming to Gourock. The Royal Gourock Yacht Club is hosting a whisky tasting session, hosted by experts Gordon & MacPhail, on Saturday August
MORE needs to be done to tackle poverty in Inverclyde to stop drug deaths according to the area's MP. Last week the Scottish Drug Death's Taskforce - the body set up by the Scottish Government in 2019 - released its final report on Scotland's response
A MOVIES to Musicals production starring two local girls is coming to the Beacon next month. They are part of a cast of young Scottish performers taking to the stage with West End stars and industry professionals and recently featured on TV show
A GREENOCK man has been charged with aggressively telling store staff he had a knife after allegedly stealing a bottle of booze. Brian Cummings, 55, is said to have committed the alleged offences at B&M on Inverkip Street on Sunday. He
AN architect and an artist are joining forces to help transform a patch of vacant ground in Larkfield into something for the community. Alec Galloway and landscape architect Jon Simmons are asking local residents how they would like to see a barren
