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A seagull gliding in the stiff wind above the river Clyde

Seagull of the Month: February 2024

March 1, 2024Joan L Baird

Strong winds to end the month made for good gliding conditions. This seagull was seen battling the stiff breeze just beyond the sea wall near Cairndhu Gardens.

An out of order EV rapid charger at the front of two EV parking bays in Helensburgh's Leisure Centre car park

Conspiracy nut laments fast repair of pier car park EV chargers

February 22, 2024February 22, 2024George Ramsgate

On the afternoon of Saturday the 17th of February, the rapid charger beside the electrical cabinet at the pier car park began smoking due to a component failure. The local fire brigade were quick to attend, shutting down the apparatus and ensuring the area was safe. Perhaps being more safe than sorry, the ‘brigade taped […]

A seagull taking flight from a concrete railing in January 2024. In the background is the River clyde and an overcast sky.

Seagull of the Month: January 2024

February 1, 2024February 1, 2024Joan L Baird

Our first seagull of 2024 was spotted perched upon the ageing concrete railings on the riverside stretch near Kidston Park. It’s been a wet and windy month in the area, with storms littering the end of the month so it was great to catch this young fellow taking flight on a crisp dry day half […]