Archive for August, 2006

Robbie Williams goes global with Clyde

August 12th, 2006

Saturday August 19 will become ‘Robbie Williams Day’ across Europe, Africa and the Middle East as radio stations in 30+ territories unite to broadcast a gig from Robbie Williams’ sold-out ‘Close Encounters’ tour. • Full story »

Live with Loretta’s music review

August 12th, 2006

As the Local News celebrates its 100th issue, it’s time to take a quick look back at some of the bands we’ve featured in my music column in that time. • Full story »

David Speirs’ big interview with Pete Doherty

August 12th, 2006

After a long sabbatical, David Speirs has returned to the Local News for Southsiders as an occasional contributor. • Full story »

Hallelujah for Govan

August 12th, 2006

Govan is seeking recognition as an Historic Town of world significance alongside St Andrews and Iona. • Full story »

Salmon’s fate is sealed

August 12th, 2006

A seal was spotted snacking on a salmon in the River Clyde just below the Victoria Bridge in Gorbals on Thursday August 3. • Full story »

100 not out!

August 12th, 2006

The LOCAL NEWS for SOUTHSIDERS is delighted to have published 100 editions. • Full story »

New afterschool service in Govan

August 12th, 2006

There will soon be more help at hand for busy parents and their children, with the announcement that Govan Initiative will be opening a new after-school service in the area on Monday August August 21. • Full story »

Take the CRE8 bus to the future

August 12th, 2006

Govan Initiative’s new CRE8 bus will soon be taking to the streets of Southwest Glasgow. • Full story »

Southwest is working

August 12th, 2006

Govan Initiative’s new ‘Southwest Working’ project aims to provide vital support for people across southwest Glasgow looking for employment. • Full story »

Initiative opens another office

August 12th, 2006

Pollokshields’ jobseekers now have the Initiative on their side when searching for work as the company has opened a new office in Shields Road. • Full story »