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Update on Burst Water Main Incident

A burst water main earlier today caused significant disruption, prompting a coordinated response from Scottish Water,Renfrewshire Council, and Scottish Fire and Rescue. A source has confirmed that all relevant parties were actively involved in the response tonight. However, questions must be raised regarding the time taken to resolve the situation by Scottish Water. The water main, which burst…

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Happy 71st birthday to comedian /actor Gregor Fisher.

Fisher was born in Menstrie, Clackmannanshire December 22nd 1953, after his mother passed away he was brought up in Edinburgh, Langholm then finally Neilston where he attended nearby, Barrhead High School. He attended the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow, at which he did not complete his studies as he was offered a job at Dundee Rep that paid him £35 a week.

Gregor’s first break came when he was cast alongside the late great Rikki Fulton on the hilarious Scotch & Wry, beforehand he had picked up bi parts in the TV series, Rob Roy, Take the High Road and some TV plays, after Scotch & Wry he was in two series of a sitcom called Foxy Lady, with Diane Keen in 1982, which I for the life of me cannot remember, but then again I was watching slightly more off the wall stuff like The Young Ones and Comic Strip back then, which brings me to his next role, although uncredited he was in a show with Young Ones star the late Rik Mayall called Kevin Turvey: The Man Behind the Green Door, much more my cup of tea, Gregor was now in with the alternative comedy crowd which I loved, this saw him feature in the BBC Scotland sketch show, Naked Video, it was there we first met the comedy creation Rab C Nesbitt, along with other characters, The Baldy Man and Highlander Angus of the OHBC, “Outer Hebrides Broadcasting Corporation”.

Of course it was Rab C that was the stand out of all the characters and a spin off show followed, over the years we have seen 10 series featuring Gregor and Elaine C Smith as the couple, and the shows have had some classic moments.

Of course it isn’t only Rab that we know Gregor from, amongst his film roles are 1984 and Love Actually, and on the small screen a connection to Neil Munro, from an earlier post today, as the title role in the reboot of The Tales of Para Handy and the aforementioned Baldy man who we seen in 13 episodes of his own show. He also appeared in two separate tv adaptations of RLS’s Kidnapped playing two different roles.

Gregor published an autobiography, The Boy From Nowhere, in 2015.

Gregor was on our screens in the sitcom  The Cockfields, he took  over the role of Ray, following the death of Bobby Ball in October 2020., I must say I’ve never heard of it, the show aired on UKGold. IMDb has him pencilled in for The Inn at The End of the World, a drama about five people who respond to an advert to escape Christmas and all its enforced jollity in London and retreat to an Inn off the West coast of Scotland.Imdb say it is still in preproduction.

Gregor teamed up with Gregor Mchugh once more for the new scottish sitcom Only Child. the show, which is on BBC iplayer, is set in forres, moray, but was filmed around Glasgow. The show has been well recieved and features a good cast that includes Robin Laing and Jennifer Saunders. One review says it is "a bittersweet comedy, packed with laughs" I have just added it to my must watch list.

The well loved Scottish actor currently lives in France with his wife, actress Vicki Burton.

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Appeal for witnesses after armed robbery at Neilston Road store

Appeal for witnesses after armed robbery at Neilston Road store

Police Scotland are appealing for information after an armed robbery at a store in Paisley on Thursday. (more…)

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Day 239 of 365 Photo Challenge. The Laigh Kirk was founded in August 1738 by the Burgh of Paisley and by the Presbytery of Paisley as the parish church for the whole burgh, in response to the burgeoning population of Paisley and the dilapidated state of Paisley Abbey which, at that time, was outside of the Burgh limits on the opposite (western) bank of the River Cart. The Burgh and town of Paisley were formally disjoined as a parish from the old Parish of Paisley, which had served a large geographic area, at the August 1738 meeting of Paisley Presbytery, with the cover page of the first minute book of the church declaring it to be a “record of the Parish of the Burgh of Paisley”. In 1756 and again in 1781, as a result of Paisley’s continued expansion, the parish was sub-divided with the creation of the High Kirk and the Middle Kirk, respectively. These three worked together under the auspices of the “Paisley Joint Session.” The original Laigh Kirk building was located in New Street. In 1820, due to the ever growing size of its congregation, the Laigh Kirk moved to a new, much larger building on George Street. The Laigh Kirk continued to grow and expand, as did Paisley; and to meet these demands a new congregation was seeded by the Laigh Kirk on Neilston Road, the South Church. Beginning its life as a Chapel of Ease under the Kirk Session of the Laigh Kirk, the events of the Disruption of 1843 saw this sister congregation leave the Church of Scotland and join the new Free Church of Scotland, as the Free South Church. It would be over 140 years before these two halves became whole again, with the reunion of the two congregations (by this time known as St George’s Low and St Andrew’s) in 1985. The name Laigh Kirk was re-established in Paisley and served the Parish from its Causeyside Street base, the building originally built as the Free South Church of Scotland. On Thursday 6th January 2011, The Laigh Kirk united with the congregation of the former Castlehead Church of Scotland. The new congregation is called Stow Brae Kirk, and meets for worship in the former Laigh Kirk buildings on Causeyside Street. #365photochallenge #photooftheday #oldchurch #paisley (at Paisley Arts Centre & Haunt bar) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1rzJUYhNri/?igshid=6fjtecw2aqjd

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Routes and Branches Tour is now available for booking

Update on the Routes and Branches Tour

 Booking is available via here http://www.srps.org.uk/railtours/rt-180602.htm if you are a shareholder of the Scottish 37 Group, please make either Neil McDonald or Nick Chadha aware of this

 Friday 1st June 2018 – Overnight Routes and Branches (formed of 86/87 + 7 x Mark 1 + 37025 or other way round unless otherwise stated)

BoNess (d1830) - Manuel

Formed 37703 + 86/87 + 7 x Mark 1 + 37025

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Manuel -  Linlithgow(20.10 pu) - Winchburgh Junction - Newbridge Junction - Edinburgh Waverley

Formed 37025 + 7 x Mark 1 + 86/87

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Edinburgh Waverley (20.45pu) - Newbridge Junction - Winchburgh Junction - Falkirk High - Lenzie - Glasgow Queen Street

Formed 86/87 + 7 x Mark 1

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Glasgow Queen Street (22.05pu) - Eastfield - Cadder Down Loop (reverse)

37025 Leads

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Cadder Down Loop - Springburn (reverse)

86/87 Leads

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Springburn - Glasgow Queen Street (reverse)

37025 Leads

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Glasgow Queen Street - Springburn - Stepps - Coatbridge Central - Carmyle - Larkfield Junction - Shields Junction - Paisley Gilmour Street - Kilwinning - Ayr (reverse circa 2330)

86/87 Leads

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Ayr - Saltcoats - Ardrossan Harbour (reverse)

37025 Leads

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Ardrossan Harbour - Ardrossan South Beach (reverse)

86/87 Leads

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Ardrossan South Beach - Largs (reverse)

37025 Leads

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Largs - Saltcoats - Kilwinning - Paisley Gilmour Street - Shields Junction - Up Through Terminus(Burma Road) -Terminus Juncion - Muirhouse Central Junction - Maxwell Park - Cathcart West Junction - Cathcart East Junction - Newton - Hamilton Central - Larkhall

86/87 Leads

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Larkhall - Hamilton Central - Newton - Rutherglen - Glasgow Central Low Level - Anniesland - Singer - Dalmuir - Dumbarton Central - Balloch (reverse)

37025 Leads

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Balloch - Dumbarton Central (reverse)

86/87 Leads

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Dumbarton Central - Cardross - Helensburgh Central (reverse)

37025 Leads

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Helensburgh Central - Cardross - Dumbarton Central - Dalmuir - Yoker - Partick - Glasgow Queen Street Low Level - Shettleston - Airdrie - Bathgate - Newbridge Junction - Edinburgh Waverley (08:00)

 86/87 Leads

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Saturday 2nd June 2018 – Routes and Branches

Edinburgh Waverley (08.00pu) – Musselburgh – North Berwick (reverse)

Formed 1 x 86/87 + 7 x Mark 1s + 37025

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North Berwick – Millerhill

Formed 37025 + 7 x Mark 1s + 1 x 86/86 (detach 87 from rear, attach 73/9 to rear on arrival)

Millerhill – Portobello Junction – Edinburgh Waverley

Formed 37025 + 7 x Mark 1s + 1 x 73/9

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Edinburgh Waverley – Gorgie Junction – Craiglockhart Junction – Niddrie West Junction – Portobello South Junction – Leith Docks (reverse)

Formed 73/9+ 7 x Mark 1s + 37025

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Leith Docks – Portobello Junction – Craiglockhart Junction – Niddrie West Junction – Dalmeny – Townhill Down Loop (reverse)

Formed 37025 + 7 x Mark 1s + 73/9

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Townhill Down Loop – Rosyth –Inverkeithing North Curve - Dalgety Bay – Kirkcaldy Loop – Glenrothes – Cowdenbeath – Longannet – Alloa – Stirling – Cumbernauld – Stepps – Springburn – Kelvindale – Anniesland – Yoker (reverse)

Formed  + 7 x Mark 1s + 1 x 73/9

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Yoker – Partick – Glasgow Queen Street Low Level – Blairhill – Whifflet South Junction – Mossend Up Reception (detach lead 73 and 3 x Mark 1s, reverse)

Formed 73/9 + 7 x Mark 1s + 37025

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Mossend Up Reception – Whifflet – Carmyle – Glasgow Central (reverse, attach loco TBC to rear)

Formed 37025 + 4 x Mark 1s

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Glasgow Central – Queens Park – Muirend – Neilston – Neilston Reversing Siding (reverse)

Formed Loco TBC + 4 x Mark 1s + 37025

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Neilston – Muirend – Kings Park – Newton – Hamilton Central – Motherwell (20.45sd) – Mossend Up Reception

Formed 37025 + 4 x Mark 1s + Loco TBC (Loco TBC detaches on arrival and Class 73/9 and 3 x Mark 1s are re-attached to rear)

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Mossend Up Reception – Cumbernauld – Falkirk Grahamston – Polmont(22.15sd) – Manuel GF (reverse)

Formed 37025 + 7 x Mark 1s + 1 x 73/9

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Manuel GF – Manuel

Formed 1 x 73/9 + 7 x Mark 1s + 37025

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Manuel – Bo’Ness(23.15sd)

Formed 37025 + 7 x Mark 1s + 1 x 73/9

Route and timings is subject to the normal caveats.

37025 will be at the Standard class end of the train throughout.

It is intended that both 86/87 and 37025 will have a go of climbing out of Glasgow Queen Street up Cowlairs Bank.

There will is an optional meal service will be available to all. The good news is that Yardshunter won’t be involved in its cooking or setting the menu.

As we have a very hard limit of 2 engines and 4 coaches for this section, its intended that Neilston or Bust section would only be available to those partaking on the full tour and is likely to be standard class seating only which means those in first class for the rest of the tour need to move to standard between Mossend-Neilston-Mossend.

 Cheers

 Neil

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Fireplaces in Neilston

Tips for choosing the best fireplace in Neilston

The fireplace is one of the most important parts of the house especially if you live in Scotland where unfortunately the weather is quite often cold. Most of the people want to ensure that they have the best fireplace that will enhance the look of their interior as well as providing the essential functionality of keeping them warm.

Of course most homes these days have a central heating system but that doesn’t mean the fireplace is dead, in fact they are more popular than ever. So if you are looking for a great fireplace in Neilston here are a few things to consider before you buy.

Fuel

There are three main choices to make here: Gas, electric and a real wood/coal burner. This will be the first decision you make before you start looking at designs.

Wood Burner

Obviously for a real fire you will need a chimney installed in your house if you don’t already have one. This isn’t as drastic as it sounds as it can be done quite easily with a pipe. All three of these have varying running costs. A wood burner can be the cheapest if you have a good wood supplier. Wood burners are also the most dangerous, probably not the best idea if you have small children. They also require the most maintenance and you will have to budget for a chimney sweep and regularly clean the fire itself.

Electric

Depending on the wattage electric fires can be expensive but it depends on what area you live in whether it’s going to be more expensive than gas. Electric require no maintenance and provide consistent heat at the flick of a button. There are no fumes to worry about and generally they are the easiest to install.

Gas

If you intend to choose gas then you must make sure there is a supply near to where you wish to position the fire. Gas fires will require a professional to install as doing it incorrectly could be deadly. You should also invest in a carbon monoxide monitor.

Design

Obviously this will come down to personal preference. There are many different styles to choose from. Traditional fire places are the most popular as they will look good in most environments. However there is a growing market for modern wall mounted fireplaces.

Wood Burners are incredibly popular right now and nothing beats having a real open flame in the house. There is something very special about it and it makes the house incredibly cosy. On a cold dark winters night there is nothing better.

You will also want to consider what kind of surround you want. Do you want a mantelpiece of a free standing unit?

Cost

One of the most important things to consider during the selection of the fireplace is your budget. You have to ensure that you select the material, fuel and service providers that will meet your requirements and your budget in the best possible way. It is important that you properly plan before getting the fireplace. Conduct a complete research that will give you the perfect idea about the things that you must select to keep it in your budget. Make sure that you compare two or more service providers so that you can have the best product at an affordable cost or discounted rate.

There may be interest free credit available depending on what you buy and where you buy it from.

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Construction

Make sure that you pay special attention towards the construction of the fireplace. Some materials are going to last longer than others. Wooden surrounds are popular and provide a really rustic and traditional look but it isn’t going to last as long as marble. Make sure that you select the highest quality material for the construction of the fireplace. This is especially important if you choose to buy online as you can’t always get a feel for the quality of the materials. If you do buy online make sure you hire a professional to install it in your home. An incorrectly installed fireplace could be extremely dangerous. Always check the reviews of online retailers and installers.

Weather

The weather in Neilston should play a big part in your decision on what to buy. You may be buying it to enhance your living room but you want something practical which you can rely on as you get older and you start to feel the cold more.

The further North you live the more you will want something reliable and easy to use. Wood and coal burners provide fantastic heat but what happens when you run out of fuel and it’s the middle of the night? Consider this before you go down that road. Gas and electric are available at the flick of a switch.

Bottom line

It is important that you get the best quality fireplace that will stay with you and your property for a long time. To make this possible it is important that you hire professionals for the installation of the fireplace. We have the team of experts that have the knowledge and skills that you are looking for. Our team has the best reputation in market.

All you have to do is let us know your requirements and we will turn your vision into a reality. All our services are available at the most affordable rates so that you will not have to worry about your budget. Our quality services are the reason that we have gained the trust of our clients and they recommend us further. For more information about our products and services, you can take a look around our website or contact us directly.

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The Daily Thistle

The Daily Thistle – News From Scotland

 Thursday 30th March 2017

 "Madainn Mhath” …Fellow Scot, I hope the day brings joy to you…. Mild weather started my day with Bella.. 12c with a high later in the day of 21c or so my Smartphone tells me…. Tourists are starting to arrive.. convertibles can be seen with the roof down, the ice cream store is open once again, raspberry ripple is still unavailable… and may favourite as a child a Jubbly is unheard of… but at 4:00am in the morning thoughts of ice cream and delicacies  from the dark distant past are pushed to the back of the mind for another day as coffee has just brewed and the smell is permeating the house…

MAN ARRESTED AFTER TAXI OFFICE ASSAULT IN GLASGOW…. The assault happened at a taxi office on Paisley Road West. An 18-year-old man has been arrested after two men were assaulted at a taxi office in Glasgow. A 49 year-old taxi driver is being treated in hospital for a head injury and his 51-year-old colleague suffered minor injuries in the incident. The 18-year-old is expected to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Monday.

GLASGOW AIRPORT TO OFFER DIRECT FLIGHTS TO INDIA…. Glasgow Airport could be in line to secure Scotland’s first ever direct flights to India. This comes as the UK and Indian governments ease flight restrictions to boost trade and tourism between the countries. As part of the agreement to scrap the limit on the number of flights which can be operated between the UK and India, the UK government wants Indian airlines to look beyond the slot-constrained London Heathrow and add flights to Glasgow, Manchester and Birmingham. At present Air India and Jet Airways operate to London Heathrow but are unable to add more flights because of slot constraints. Air India also flies to Birmingham but despite both cities having large Indian populations, currently neither Glasgow nor Manchester offer direct flights to India. The UK’s Aviation Minister, Lord Tariq Ahmad, has held discussion with Chief Executives of Air India, Jet Airways and Vistara on a recent visit to India. While airlines focus largely on Heathrow, the UK government is making a pitch for connections to other airports, such as Glasgow, Manchester and also London Gatwick. Lord Tariq Ahmad, said: “The Indian market is important for us. A major part of my visit was to look at how we can strengthen our relationship,” “People focus on Heathrow, but there are many airports which offer both domestic and international connectivity.”

FINAL OF BIG KARAOKE PUB CHALLENGE TO REVEAL WINNER…. Amateur crooners across Renfrewshire have been battling it out in the Big Karaoke Pub Challenge - and the winner is set to be decided this weekend. Pubs and clubs throughout the Paisley area have been staging their own heats for the fun competition, with contestants now preparing to gather for the final showdown. But the real winner will be Paisley’s ACCORD Hospice, with proceeds from the event being donated to the charity to help it provide vital services. A total of 15 of pubs and clubs signed up for the challenge, with the final taking place at Hamishes’ Hoose, in High Street, Paisley, on Saturday, starting at 8pm.

JOHNSTONE HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER WHO STRIPPED OFF AT PROM CAN CONTINUE TEACHING…. A TEACHER at Johnstone High who was sacked over “inappropriate” behaviour at a school prom has won a fight to save his career. Richard Hutchison, 57, taught at the school for 34 years but was suspended and then dismissed after the prom incident saw him remove his trousers and kiss a pupil. He claimed he “pecked” the boy on the cheek as part of a dare after getting drunk at the leavers’ event and sharing a hotel room with pupils on June 12, 2015. Now the General Teaching Council for Scotland (GTCS) has ruled that Mr Hutchison is able to continue to teach. Earlier this year, he appeared before a GTCS hearing into his controversial conduct. It was stated that he had intended to drive home from the prom at the Burnhouse Manor Hotel, in Beith, but instead accepted an invitation from male pupils to sleep on their floor. A photograph emerged the day after the event, showing Mr Hutchison sitting on a chair in his pants. Mr Hutchison was suspended after the image was uploaded to mobile messaging service Snapchat. At the GTCS hearing, Mr Hutchison admitted all of the charges against him. However, he insisted he was not unfit to lead a classroom. In its verdict, the GTCS stopped short of ending his career but ruled that his fitness to teach was impaired. It placed restrictions on his registration for two years, which include continued psychological treatment. The GTCS strongly criticised Mr Hutchison over his drunken conduct but concluded there was a low risk of it ever happening again. It said it would be in the public interest not to kick him out of the profession. The final decision report on the hearing noted: “The Panel took the view that the Respondent had been a highly-skilled and popular teacher who had played a full part in the life of the school. “It was satisfied that he had kept up to date since he had not been working as a teacher. It would be in the public interest to retain him in the profession, provided appropriate safeguards could be put in place. There were conditions that could usefully be imposed." Following Mr Hutchison’s suspension from the school, pupils set up an online petition to urge education chiefs to reinstate him. He was sacked by Renfrewshire Council in 2015 following the incident.

BIGGER RENFREWSHIRE TRAINS TO HELP THE TARTAN ARMY HEAD TO HAMPDEN…. RAIL bosses are adding extra capacity to trains operating in Renfrewshire and East Renfrewshire this weekend to help the Tartan Army head to Hampden. A bumper crowd is expected at the national stadium on Sunday to cheer on Scotland’s football team in their World Cup qualifier against Slovenia. And the ScotRail Alliance is making it easier for fans to travel. Additional carriages will be added to many services running through Paisley on the Ayr, Ardrossan Harbour and Gourock to Glasgow lines, as well as those operating between Neilston and the city. A ScotRail Alliance spokesperson said: “Trains heading towards Glasgow and Mount Florida will be extremely busy, so make sure you buy your travel tickets before you board. “Please plan your journeys in advance, keeping in mind any connections, by visiting scotrail.co.uk or using the ScotRail app. “The last trains of the night are likely to be very busy, so please aim to catch an earlier service where possible.” The ScotRail Alliance is bringing in extra staff to assist passengers. Supporters who are travelling to the game are also reminded that an alcohol ban will be in place.

On that note I will say that I hope you have enjoyed the news from Scotland today,

Our look at Scotland today is of a jetty on Loch Rannoch, Perth, Scotland at sunset....

A Sincere Thank You for your company and Thank You for your likes and comments I love them and always try to reply, so please keep them coming, it's always good fun, As is my custom, I will go and get myself another mug of "Colombian" Coffee and wish you a safe Thursday 30th March 2017 from my home on the southern coast of Spain, where the blue waters of the Alboran Sea washes the coast of Africa and Europe and the smell of the night blooming Jasmine and Honeysuckle fills the air…and a crazy old guy and his dog Bella go out for a walk at 4:00 am…on the streets of Estepona…

All good stuff....But remember it’s a dangerous world we live in ….. Be safe out there…

Robert McAngus

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Scottish News | Challenger bank TSB to close 17 Scottish branches

...Kirriemuir, Linlithgow, Lochgelly and Paisley (Neilston Road).TSB... http://ift.tt/2kNDuwM

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Revitalizing Paisley: The Demolition of the Former RAI Hospital Marks a New Chapter

In the heart of Paisley, a significant transformation is underway as demolition crews from ADC Demolition Services have worked around the clock on the site of the former RAI Hospital over the last seven days. This iconic building, situated between Neilston Road and Calside, has served the community for decades, but after seven days of focused demolition, the old Accident and Emergency area is…

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Man Charged with Attempted Murder after Paisley Incident at the Weekend

A man has been charged with attempted murder after an in Incident outside the Clachan Bar on Neilston road in Paisley on Friday 19th April 2024. Police on Neilston Road Emergency services rushed to the scene after reports of a disturbance where a 35 year old and a 46 year old man were found and taken to hospital under blue lights to the RAH ( Royal Alexandria Hospital ) in Paisley. Neilston…

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Accident Shuts Down Neilston Road: Hyundai Kona Collides with Quinnergy Works Van"

An accident this afternoon has closed Neilston Road in both directions, causing traffic disruptions in the area. According to witnesses on the scene, a Hyundai Kona pulled out in front of a Quinnergy works van, resulting in the collision. The incident prompted a swift response from emergency services. The Scottish Fire and Rescue team arrived to ensure the safety of the area and facilitated the…

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Happy 68th birthday to comedian /actor Gregor Fisher.

Fisher was born in Menstrie, Clackmannanshire December 22nd 1953, after his mother passed away he was brought up in Edinburgh, Langholm then finally Neilston where he attended nearby, Barrhead High School. He attended the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow, at which he did not complete his studies as he was offered a job at Dundee Rep that paid him £35 a week.

Gregor’s first break came when he was cast alongside the late great Rikki Fulton on the hilarious Scotch & Wry, beforehand he had picked up bi parts in the TV series, Rob Roy, Take the High Road and some TV plays, after Scotch & Wry he was in two series of a sitcom called Foxy Lady, with Diane Keen in 1982, which I for the life of me cannot remember, but then again I was watching slightly more off the wall stuff like The Young Ones and Comic Strip back then, which brings me to his next role, although uncredited he was in a show with Young Ones star the late Rik Mayall called Kevin Turvey: The Man Behind the Green Door, much more my cup of tea, Gregor was now in with the alternative comedy crowd which I loved, this saw him feature in the BBC Scotland sketch show, Naked Video, it was there we first met the comedy creation Rab C Nesbitt, along with other characters, The Baldy Man and Highlander Angus of the OHBC, “Outer Hebrides Broadcasting Corporation”.

Of course it was Rab C that was the stand out of all the characters and a spin off show followed, over the years we have seen 10 series featuring Gregor and Elaine C Smith as the couple, and the shows have had some classic moments.

Of course it isn’t only Rab that we know Gregor from, amongst his film roles are 1984 and Love Actually, and on the small screen a connection to Neil Munro, from an earlier post today, as the title role in the reboot of The Tales of Para Handy and the aforementioned Baldy man who we seen in 13 episodes of his own show. He also appeared in two separate tv adaptations of RLS’s Kidnapped playing two different roles.

Gregor published an autobiography, The Boy From Nowhere, in 2015.

Gregor was last on our screens in the sitcom  The Cockfields, he took  over the role of Ray, following the death of Bobby Ball in October 2020., I must say I’ve never heard of it, the show aired on UKGold. IMDb has him pencilled in for The Inn at The End of the World, a drama about five people who respond to an advert to escape Christmas and all its enforced jollity in London and retreat to an Inn off the West coast of Scotland.

The well loved Scottish actor currently lives in France with his wife, actress Vicki Burton

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Happy 65th birthday to comedian /actor Gregor Fisher.

Fisher was born in Menstrie, Clackmannanshire December 22nd 1953, after his mother passed away he was brought up in Edinburgh, Langholm then finally Neilston where he attended nearby, Barrhead High School. He attended the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow, at which he did not complete his studies as he was offered a job at Dundee Rep that paid him £35 a week.

Gregor's first break came when he was cast alongside the late great Rikki Fulton on the hilarious Scotch & Wry, beforehand he had picked up bi parts in the TV series, Rob Roy, Take the High Road and some TV plays, after Scotch & Wry he was in two series of a sitcom called Foxy Lady, with Diane Keen in 1982, which I for the life of me cannot remember, but then again I was watching slightly more off the wall stuff like The Young Ones and Comic Strip back then, which brings me to his next role, although uncredited he was in a show with Young Ones star the late Rik Mayall called Kevin Turvey: The Man Behind the Green Door, much more my cup of tea, Gregor was now in with the alternative comedy crowd which I loved, this saw him feature in the BBC Scotland sketch show, Naked Video, it was there we first met the comedy creation Rab C Nesbitt, along with other characters, The Baldy Man and Highlander Angus of the OHBC, "Outer Hebrides Broadcasting Corporation".

Of course it was Rab C that was the stand out of all the characters and a spin off show followed, over the years we have seen 10 series featuring Gregor and Elaine C Smith as the couple, and the shows have had some classic moments, just looking over wikipedia is making me laugh with the entry for the show is unintentionally hilarious, breezily listing themes like the ingredients on a cereal packet: "Cannibalism, ringworm, incest, neo-Nazism, zoophilia, murder of suspects by police officers while in custody, devil worship, cancer, mass long-term unemployment, domestic violence, cirrhosis of the liver, shoplifting."

Of course it isn't only Rab that we know Gregor from, amongst his film roles are 1984 and Love Actually, and on the small screen a connection to Neil Munro, from an earlier post today, as the title role in the reboot of The Tales of Para Handy and the aforementioned Baldy man who we seen in 13 episodes of his own show. He also appeared in two separate tv adaptations of RLS's Kidnapped playing two different roles.

The well loved Scottish actor currently lives in France with his wife, actress Vicki Burton, seen with him in the pic.

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New homes for social renting in Neilson are almost complete

New homes for social renting in Neilson are almost complete

Taylor Wimpey West Scotland and Barrhead Housing Association have confirmed that construction work on 12 new affordable homes for social rent, which are located off Neilston Road in Neilston, are now almost complete and just over half the new tenants have now moved into their new homes. (more…)

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Suspected Heroin recovered from a home on Neilston Road

Suspected Heroin recovered from a home on Neilston Road

Police have recovered drugs with a street value of £3,000 from a home in Paisley. (more…)

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Sales assistant threatened with a blade during a robbery at Neilston Road Co-op

Sales assistant threatened with a blade during a robbery at Neilston Road Co-op

Police are investigating a robbery at Paisley’s Neilston Road Co-op store where a sales assistant was threatened with a blade. (more…)