News
Calls for public inquiry over town centre plans
We want a public inquiry into plans for Bishopbriggs town centre - that’s the call from residents this week.
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Bishopbriggs cyclist accused of being drunk on two wheels
A cyclist has been reported to the Procurator Fiscal after allegedly being caught drunk in charge of a bike.
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Gas works will mean busy Bishopbriggs road is shut for nearly two months
A BUSY road in Bishopbriggs will be closed for nearly two months, it has been revealed.
Laura in final 10 of Miss Scotland
A Kirkintilloch teenager is hoping to be crowned Miss Scotland after reaching the final 10 of the popular contest.
Fed-up drivers say it’s time to take firm action on potholes in East Dunbartonshire
DRIVERS have called for a concerted effort to tackle potholes as the havoc wreaked by cold weather becomes clear in East Dunbartonshire.
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Horror of pensioner assaulted in his own home
Police are hunting two thugs who assaulted a pensioner during a botched raid on his home.
Sport
Departing Rob Roy manager hoping to leave Kirkintilloch on a high
Rob Roy squeezed through to the semi-finals of the West of Scotland Cup last week - meaning manager Jimmy Lindsay could still finish his time at the club by lifting a trophy.
Lenzie Youth Club hit a top 10 – youth football round-up
ALL the latest action from young teams in East Dunbartonshire...
VIDEO – Bowling greens open for business across Kirkintilloch, Bishopbriggs and the villages
BOWLERS have been getting ready for a new season of action with a plethora of openings across East Dunbartonshire.
Granite and Girders as Glasgow Roller Derby take on Aberdeen
GRANITE met girders as Glasgow Roller Derby’s second travel team – Maiden Grrders – marched north to play Granite City Roller Girls’ A-team – Northern Fights.
Lenzie RFC clinch promotion after cracking win at Cumbernauld video
IT was a date with destiny on Saturday as Lenzie RFC took on Cumbernauld – aiming to win, cement second place in the league and win promotion.
New management team announced for Kirkintilloch Rob Roy ahead of Jimmy Lindsay’s departure
A former player has been unveiled as Rob Roy Football Club’s new manager.
Lifestyle
Evita will be dazzling at the King’s - and you could win tickets!
ONE of the most evocative and stirring musicals of all time will be playing to packed audiences in Glasgow for almost two weeks – and you have the chance to win tickets.
DJ David to play Scotland’s biggest dance festival
A TALENTED DJ is preparing to play at the biggest dance festival in Scotland.
Century-old ballet inspires a riot of invention
Rob Drummond has quickly established himself as one of Scotland’s most intriguing young writers and performers - with ‘The Wrestling’, ‘Bullet Catch’ and ‘Quiz Show’ packing theatres in the UK and beyond in recent years.
Top of the swaps – some-fin amazing will be making a splash in Glasgow
AN amazing new theatre adventure for all the family will enthrall audiences in Glasgow this week – based on a best-selling book by legendary writer Neil Gaiman and artist Dave McKean.
Property - do-it-yourself
If you’ve watched one episode of Grand Designs too many and have been bitten by the self-build bug, be prepared for a bumpy ride.
BMW Z4: On the roadster again
WELCOME to Monaco. Park your yacht over there and join me for a couple of laps of the world’s most celebrated F1 venue. With race weekend just a few days away, the barriers, grandstands and banners are in place and the circuit is ready for action.
Community
Family raise £2,000 for children’s hospital
More than £2,000 has been raised for a children’s hospital thanks to a grateful family.
Tickets for top music festival up for grabs in hall fundraiser
A pair of weekend camping tickets for T in the Park are the top prize in a raffle to raise cash for a village hall.
David Philip Crooks Fund tops £30,000 after another successful Kirkintilloch community event
The family of a popular bowler and choir member have gathered together to raise cash to battle the illness which took his life five years ago.
Morrisons, Orange Walks, flooding and more – this week’s Letters to the Editor
PEOPLE have their say on the issues which matter to them...
Grab a pizza the action on radio!
East Dunbartonshire Radio is inviting representatives of voluntary organisations to a ‘Pizza and Podcast Night’ tomorrow (Wednesday 22) from 4pm to 8pm.
Seagull Trust 30th anniversary celebration year launches in Kirkintilloch
A charity that provides free boat outings for disabled people of all ages has launched its 30th anniversary season of canal trips.
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- Lenzie Post Office proposed move will deliver longer opening hours
- Lenzie lift the cup ... and urge people to support the club!
- Alleged Kirkintilloch town centre shoplifters collared by police
- School memorial library set to be a fitting tribute to tireless councillor
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Weather for Kirkintilloch
Thursday 23 May 2013
Today
Light showers
Temperature: 5 C to 11 C
Wind Speed: 24 mph
Wind direction: North
Tomorrow
Sunny spells
Temperature: 4 C to 16 C
Wind Speed: 15 mph
Wind direction: North east


