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Residents invited to spend time in nature and boost their own wellbeing

Conservation volunteers spending time in nature
Residents are being encouraged to connect with nature while improving their wellbeing and local areas through a new partnership the Council has formed with The Conservation Volunteers (TCV).

Published : 18 November 2025

Braehead Primary pupil’s designs lead the way in keeping roads safe

Willow, centre, with schoolmates, Vice Convener of Educational Services, Councillor John Millar and Braehead headteacher Gregor Morrison
A Braehead Primary pupil’s forward-thinking design has taken top spot in a major Road Safety Week competition.

Published : 18 November 2025

New multi-purpose vehicles prepare for first winter operations

Convener of Infrastructure, Regeneration and Economic Development, Councillor David McBride and vice convener, Councillor Lawrence O'Neill
Five new multi-purpose vehicles are set to embark on patrols during their first winter in operation.

Published : 13 November 2025

Children and young people learn lessons on the impact of bullying

Anti Bullying week poster - theme 'Power of One'
Children and young people across West Dunbartonshire will be given focused lessons on the impact of bullying to mark Anti-Bullying week 2025.

Published : 11 November 2025

Vandalism at East End Park condemned as severe fire damage is assessed

Fire damage at East End Park
West Dunbartonshire Council has condemned an act of vandalism caused by fire to the new synthetic pitch at East End Park in Dumbarton.

Published : 10 November 2025

Running facility at Posties Park renamed in honour of Lachie Stewart

West Dunbartonshire officials alongside members of Lachie Stewart's family
Dumbarton’s new running track at Posties Park has been renamed to honour the memory of Olympian and Commonwealth gold medallist Lachie Stewart.

Published : 30 October 2025

Council’s block buildings insurance scheme will end after feedback

Exterior of council-owned housing blocks in West Dunbartonshire
Councillors have voted to end the Council’s block buildings insurance scheme from next year after feedback from homeowners in the area.

Published : 30 October 2025

Pupils at Kilbowie, Aitkenbar and Lennox primaries celebrate Gold School Sport Award

Education Convener Councillor Clare Steel with Aitkenbar Primary School pupils and staff holding the Gold School Sport Award banner.
Pupils at Aitkenbar, Lennox and Kilbowie Primary Schools are celebrating after being awarded a sportscotland Gold School Sport Award for their commitment to healthy education.

Published : 28 October 2025

Fireworks and Fun at Levengrove Park

Picture of firework
West Dunbartonshire’s annual Fireworks Display is back this year, promising a fun-filled evening of entertainment for residents of all ages.

Published : 14 October 2025

Streamlined online housing application will make process easier for citizens

Joe Farrell of Clydebank Housing Association; Kevin Nixon from Caledonia/Cordale Housing Association, Jennie Cameron of Dalmuir Park Housing Association, Claire McKay from West Dunbartonshire Council as well as Karen Grainger and Martin Harvey of Knowes Housing Association.
Citizens across West Dunbartonshire can now benefit from a streamlined process when applying for social housing.

Published : 07 October 2025

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