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Drivers told to ignore these sat nav directions after 'worrying' rise in deaths
5+ hour, 7+ min ago (503+ words) Drivers are being urged to consider ignoring sat nav instructions that divert them onto rural roads. The warning comes from road safety charity IAM Road Smart, after its recent survey indicated that 54% of drivers have been diverted onto rural routes…...
Raul Jimenez scores as World Cup hosts Mexico grab opening win over South Africa
11+ hour, 59+ min ago (305+ words) Mexico's misery in World Cup opening games was finally ended as they secured a 2-0 win over South Africa at the Estadio Azteca in a match featuring three red cards. The co-hosts had been involved in seven matches which either alone,…...
BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra: Erland Cooper's Dawn Chorus
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (39+ words) Greenock Telegraph Find events in Greenock and the surrounding areas using the Greenock Telegraph local events calendar today. Those ads you do see are predominantly from local businesses promoting local services....
New entertainment addition announced at Wemyss Bay Holiday Park
20+ hour, 58+ min ago (81+ words) Greenock Telegraph Wemyss Bay Holiday Park announces additional performance WEMYSS Bay Holiday Park has announced an additional live entertainment slot, giving visitors another afternoon performance to enjoy. The extra entertainment will take place on Saturday, June 13, starting from 3pm, at Livingstone's…...
Unique flat in converted church hits the Greenock market
16+ hour, 59+ min ago (288+ words) LOCATED on Madeira Street, Greenock, this two-bedroom property offers something a little out of the ordinary. The flat, which forms part of an impressive converted church, is distinguished by its arched windows and original architectural features, giving the home a…...
Live music event to bring 'classic anthems and singalongs' to Greenock pub
19+ hour, 18+ min ago (87+ words) Greenock Telegraph Graham Irving-Cole to play the Horseshoe in Greenock A HIGH-energy afternoon of live music, crowd interaction and classic anthems awaits on Saturday. Graham Irving-Cole will perform at The Horseshoe Bar in Greenock on Saturday, from 4pm to 7pm. The event…...
Barbie exhibition opening in Scotland for first time offers "hit of nostalgia
20+ hour, 6+ min ago (662+ words) An'exhibition charting the evolution of Barbie offers a "riot of colour" and a "hit of nostalgia" for all ages, curators have said. Barbie: The Exhibition, set to open in Scotland for the first time, explores the history of the doll…...
Hudson-Smith wants to leave an indelible imprint on British athletics
20+ hour, 26+ min ago (782+ words) While a fifth European gold is certainly on the agenda for Matt Hudson-Smith this summer, the sprinter wants to leave an indelible imprint on British athletics at his home Championships. The Wolverhampton-born 400m runner has had a stand named after him…...
Metcalf aims to fulfil a long-held aim and represent Team England
21+ hour, 10+ min ago (661+ words) Nat Metcalf would be a self-described mess should she fulfil a long-held aim and represent Team England at a Commonwealth Games in front of her daughter. The 33-year-old Manchester Thunder player was part of England's gold medal-winning side at Gold…...
Popular couple celebrate 50th wedding anniversary with trip to Coronation Street set
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (372+ words) A GREENOCK couple have celebrated 50 years of marriage with a special trip to the set of one of Britain's most loved television programmes. Robert and Carol Wilson, both 72, met at a disco in town and married on May 1, 1976, at the…...