2019 - Helensburgh Adviser

Seagull of the Month: November 2019

November 30, 2019December 30, 2019Joan L Baird

This wee one was photographed at the pier and sent to us by Helensburgh based ecologist, Carol Greenwell.

Graffiti on the Cenotaph wall at Hermitage Park

Vandal alleges that Michael G shared confidential information

November 15, 2019November 20, 2019George Ramsgate

A cowardly delinquent defaced the cenotaph wall at Hermitage Park in a poorly executed defamation attempt just days before Remembrance Sunday.

A seagull sitting on a groyne in the autumn evening sunshine.

Seagull of the Month: October 2019

October 31, 2019November 4, 2019Joan L Baird

This young one was spotted sitting on the groyne opposite The Commodore Vintage Inn, enjoying the evening sunshine in the middle of the month.

Seagull of the Month: September 2019

September 30, 2019October 1, 2019Joan L Baird

This cheeky wee ‘gull was spotted pacing along the riverside path during the favourable weather upon September weekend.

Mysterious buoy spotted by Craigendoran Pier

September 24, 2019September 24, 2019Colin Grain

An alert reader contacted the Helensburgh Adviser after noticing the unusual item on the shore by Middleton Drive.

Seagull of the month: August 2019

August 31, 2019September 1, 2019Joan L Baird

A bit of town-centre architecture alongside this months ‘gull.

An area of tree stumps above Highlandman's way

Chances of Amazonian style fires cut significantly

August 29, 2019August 29, 2019Joan L Baird

Residents assured that raging forest fires of the kind currently razing areas of the Amazon are unlikely now that all the trees have been chopped down.

The devastation caused by Network Rail's tree-felling activities

Network Rail chainsaw massacre roars in the dead of night

August 15, 2019August 15, 2019George Ramsgate

Overzealous nocturnal tree felling continues apace despite protests from sleepless residents.

A flood sign by the road on East Clyde Street

Clyde street residents endure dust, grit and flooding

August 15, 2019August 15, 2019Colin Grain

An ill-timed, half-hearted attempt at road resurfacing led to clouds of dust along East Clyde street until torrential rain brought rising water levels.

Seagull of the Month: July 2019

July 31, 2019August 20, 2022Joan L Baird

Resident, Ross M, sent us this fantastic picture of a handsome ‘gull that regularly visits his house in Helensburgh. Thanks for the submission, Ross – your ‘gull is a strong contender for Seagull of the Year!