Another two of the biggest names in Scottish literature have been confirmed for Cove and Kilcreggan’s second book festival.
AL Kennedy and Jackie Kay will appear in Cove Burgh Hall on Sunday November 29, with Val McDermid and Denise Mina already confirmed for the two day event.
Willie McIlvanney is scheduled for the Saturday morning but has been unwell recently – just in case he hasn’t recovered, James Robertson has offered to step of the subs’ bench if required.
A leaflet giving information on Japanese Knotweed is being distributed to more than 800 houses in Rhu and Shandon.
The move to help combat the invasive species is being led by the village’s community council gives guidance on how to identify the plant, report sightings and treat it with specific types of weedkiller – the leaflet can be downloaded here.Leaflet2015v3
A flood relief scheme in Succoth got underway today.
There is currently an issue with drainage in the Glenloin Crescent area, with the road and subsequently nearby premises flooding.
Working on behalf of Argyll and Bute Council, McFadyens contractors from Campbeltown will be replacing an existing 225mm diameter drainage pipe with a larger 1200mm by 600mm box culvert and an opened lined ditch.
The work is expected to take around eight weeks and will see lane closures at times of Glenloin Crescent at times, but the council says access will always be maintained.
A temporary bus turning bay will be created which will allow services to be maintained throughout.
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