October – November 2014

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St Cyrus Newsletter
Issue 5
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ST CYRUS PRIMARY SCHOOL
PARENT COUNCIL CHRISTMAS FAYRE
Saturday 22 November from 10 am - 2 pm
This will be a great opportunity for some Christmas
shopping without leaving the village
So far we have 28 different traders
booked and are pleased to welcome
several new stallholders. There will be a
raffle, tombola, bottle stall, face painter
and wine or water stall.
We look forward to seeing
you at the Fayre !
Carnage at the Castle 7 November 6.45 pm
WRI
So that we can have a spectacular
bonfire we’d love to get your
burnables like old garden sheds,
wood, furniture, trees etc. Please
contact me and I can show where
it needs to go. No plastics or toxic
items.
Grant Ritchie.
Saturday 11th October
Noon - 2 pm
Village Hall
Soup and Sweet
Greenkeeper Wanted
Village Hall Autumn Concert
Friday 24th October 2014
Scottish Accordion Group
Bervie Bowling Club require a
Greenkeeper from October 2014
Interested?
Phone Chris Hamilton on
01561 361 623
More details on Page 7.
Tickets cost £5 and are available from Christine or
Frances
Montrose Basin
Visitor Centre
Winter is the best time of
year to view Pink-footed
Geese at the Montrose
Basin. With numbers
reaching over 40,000 our
People’s Postcode Lottery
Goose Breakfast on 26th
October, 6.30am - 9.30am, is well worth the early rise. For
those a little less keen on the early hour our Pink sunset
event on 5th October, 5pm - 8pm, allows you to watch
the geese returning to the Basin to roost.
Tel 01674 676336
scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/visit/montrose-basin
blogs.scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/montrosebasin
Montrose Basin Wildlife Reserve and Visitor Centre
Local Film Night and Evening of
light entertainment
Friday 31st October 7.15 pm
St Cyrus Church
Mr & Mrs Competition
Film Show
∗ part of the recent feature film ‘For
Those In Peril’, filmed in St Cyrus
Church;
∗ short film of our Missionary Partner’s
work in Nepal;
∗ the nostalgic film ‘The last Train from
Inverbervie to Montrose’
Admission to the church is by donation
which will be shared equally between the
Church and the Medical Camps in Nepal.
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Volume 8
St Cyrus Flower Show 2014 Prize Winners
Once again our Village Hall was
filled with excellent exhibits at our
annual show. The fruit section was
smaller than usual as most of the
fruit was past due to the hot
weather, The judges complimented exhibitors on the standard
and quantity of entries and it
seems that we are seen as having
a very good village show whilst a
lot of others are struggling to keep
interest in their shows. Well done
everybody.
Finella Cup Children Section P7-S1
1st
Jaime Dima
2nd
Scott Fairlie
3rd
Finella Forsyth-Grant
Craighill Cup P1-P4
1st
Fraser Skene
Jonwen Cup P5-S1
1st
Arran Skene
Cameron Cup Veg Section
1st
Mr J Forsyth
2nd
Mr R Smith
3rd
Mr K Herd
Smith Shield Cut Flowers
1st
Mrs I Smith
Thanks to helpers who turned up to
2nd
Mrs K Hourston
help with the setting up on Friday
3rd
Mrs M Hadden
night and during show day. We still
Thomson Cup Fruit
seem to struggle to find enough
1st
Mr B Howatson
helpers to tidy up at the end but
2nd equal Mrs I Smith &
we managed thanks to our
Mrs K Masson
stalwarts who help with the heavy
Body & Face Place Pot Plant
work.
1st
Mrs K Hourston
2nd
Mrs I Smith
Isobel Smith
3rd
Mr I Henderson
Smart Cup for Best Overall Garden Smith Salver Floral Art
1st
Mrs M Hadden
1st equal Mrs K Masson &
2nd
Mr & Mrs R Smith
Mrs S Skene
Birse Cup for Best Flower Garden
Thomson Shield Industrial
1st
Mr & Mrs I Hourston
1st
Mrs A Coutts
2nd
Mr J Carnie
2nd
Mrs R Keith
Henderson Cup for Best Vegetable 3rd
Mrs I Herd
Garden
Keith Cup Baking
1st
Mr & Mrs R Smith
1st
Mrs M Hadden
2nd
Mr & Mrs J Sparrow
2nd
Mr R Adam
Glen Trophy for Best Container /
3rd
Mrs R Colville
Hanging Basket
Davidson Shield Preserves
1st
Mrs M Slessor
1st
Mrs H Keith
2nd
Mr & Mrs I Hourston
2nd
Mrs M Hadden
Westholm Cup for Best Water
Lauriston Salver Most Points Roses
Feature
1st
Mrs K Hourston
1st
Mr & Mrs J Masson
2nd
Mrs I Smith
2nd
Mrs G McDonald
Betty Winslow Cup Most Points
Guthrie Cup for Best Kept Garden
Marigolds
1st
Mr & Mrs A Wood
1st
Mrs I Smith
2nd
Mrs K Hubbard
2nd
Mr I Henderson
NNR 50 Salver for Best Wildlife
3rd
Mrs M Hadden
Garden
George Winslow Cup Most Points
1st
StCyrus School Nursery
Carnations
2nd
Mrs K Masson
1st
Mrs E Thomson
Loreli Cup Children Section P1-P2
2nd
Mrs W Sparrow
1st
Eilidh Wilson
John Hadden Memorial Trophy
2nd
Blair Moir
Most Points Geranium/Fuchsia/
Davidson Cup Children Section P3- Pelargonium
P4
1st
Mr I Henderson
1st
Ewan Mackie
2nd
Mrs I Smith
Herd Cup Children Section P5-P6
Webster Memorial Trophy Most
1st
Carla Dewar
Points Begonias
2nd
Emily Beveridge
1st
Mrs I Smith
3rd
Caitlin Stewart
2nd
Mr I Henderson
Revivals Cup Most Points Peas &
Beans
1st
Mr A Ferguson
2nd
Mr J Sparrow
McNicoll Cup Most Point Dahlias
1st
Mrs I Smith
2nd
Mr S Davidson
Cowie Memorial Trophy Most
Point Potatoes
1st
Mr R Smith
2nd equal Mr J Forsyth &
Mr K Herd
Singleton Salver Senior Citizens
Entry
1st
Mrs M Slessor
Community Council Rosebowl
Most Points Overall
1st
Mrs I Smith
2nd
Mrs M Hadden
3rd
Mrs K Hourston
Sunflower Competition
This year the sunflowers seemed
to be at various stages when we
measured the tallest plants.
Thanks again to the school for
giving out the plants as well as
sending the notes for the
measuring of the sunflowers. This
makes the
competition so
much easier for
the flower show
committee.
The winners were as
follows:
1st
2nd
3rd
Carla Dewar
Hannah Batty
Blair Moir
Flower Show AGM
St. Cyrus Flower Show AGM will
be held on Monday 27
October 2014 in the Village Hall
Committee room at 7.30pm.
After this meeting we proceed
to set the schedule for 2015.
We would welcome new
members and new ideas.
Please come along and join us.
Isobel Smith
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Volume 8 Issue 5
ST CYRUS
EWSLETTER
St Cyrus
Newsletter
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October - November 2014
Website www.stcyrusnewsletter.org.uk
In 2008, when I was the member of the Community Council in charge
of taking photo’s of other people’s hard work, fellow StCCC members,
volunteers and even the odd councillor got together to erect the
fence around the Community Garden at Morphie Drive. That was only
the start of the real hard work which has so far been mostly carried out
by Van Lieper.
Recently I went to see him for an update on the Railway Cutting and Community Garden. The
transformation is phenomenal. From a derelict hole in the ground covered in with gorse and whin
bushes where people dumped their building and garden waste and other debris, it has been
transformed to a lovely green space with a wide variety of trees, shrubs, plants and wildflowers.
Wheelchair access was created and subsequently improved because the gradient was too steep and
the corners too sharp.
Over the years many people have helped Van Lieper to make the Railway Cutting and Community
Garden the lovely, recreational space it now is; the Scouts, young people and members of the
Gardening Club and of course Doris Shand . The loss of Doris, who maintained the flower beds
singlehandedly, has meant that for the past year the flower beds have been largely neglected.
Rampant Forsythia has been cut back to form a tidy hedge and various trees acquired from several
sources, including Van’s own garden, have been planted.
We are grateful to Aberdeenshire Council for taking on the cutting of the grass at the top level of the
CG along Morphie Drive. However, Van cuts the grass along the Railway Cutting with a ride-on mower
which he bought just for this purpose and he only charges for the petrol he uses.
I wouldn't be surprised if this community enthusiasm for the Railway Cutting and Van’s hard work has
improved the value of the houses on either side.
The Community Garden desperately needs people to help keep it in good shape and especially some
who are prepared to commit to maintaining flowerbeds, in particular people with a good knowledge of
roses. Maybe the members of the former Gardening Club are interested?
Van is now 79 and has other interests besides the Railway Cutting. Surely there must be others out there
with as much enthousiasm and community spirit as he has with a few hours to spare.
FOR EVENTS OVER THE NEXT TWO MONTHS
PLUS RESULTS OF THE FLOWER SHOW SEE
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Public Hall, SWRI, Clubs,
2-4
A92 Drivers; Grasshopper; Bervie
Surgery
5
Church
6
Moving on, Obituary Kathleen
Kelso
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Insert Flower Show
8
Insert Events
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Nature Reserve,
10
Aberdeenshire Council, “Lost
and Found”
11
MCHLN, CRS, CVS
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Business Pages
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Seat Dedication
24th September saw the 20th anniversary
of the Friendship Club. Wendy Sparrow
baked a lovely cake for the occasion
which was attended by most members
and some guests. Wendy also
announced her decision to relinquish her usual duties after
many years of faithful service.
Two new seats at the Hall front door
were unveiled in memory of John
Gavin, co-founder and long term
member of the Friendship club. The
benches were made by pupils of
Angus College .
Following the ceremony cocktails
were served in the Hall after which
the members travelled to the
George Hotel for a celebratory
lunch.
George Hastie spoke
briefly and invited John
Gavin’s grandchildren to
unveil the plaque.
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Volume 8
What’s on at the Public Hall
To book the Hall contact Lara Smith on 07565 597559
Weekly
Over the summer we had the
Main Hall’s paintwork
refreshed including the
ceiling - the insulation had
become badly discoloured.
Elaine Nimmo has done a
great job and hopefully the
colours compliment the new
stage curtains and window
blinds (made by Lynda
Findlay, Soft Furnishings
Specialist, Forfar). Personally,
I can't wait for the concert to
see the blinds down, the
stage and the hall full. We
hope to have the stage
doors replaced by then
which should finish the Main
Hall off nicely.
Day
Bowling Indoors
Tuesday
Friendship Club
Wednesday
Highland Dancing
From
Till
7.00pm -
9.00pm
10.00am -
12.30am
Tuesday
3.00pm -
7.00pm
Scottish Country Dancing
Monday
7.30pm -
9.00pm
Tai Chi
Wednesday
1.45pm -
3.15pm
Tea Dancing
Friday
2.00pm -
4.00pm
Whist
Wednesday
7.00pm -
9.00pm
Yoga
Thursday
5.30pm -
7.00pm
Tuesday & Thursday
9.45am -
11.45am
Weekly Term Time Only
Playgroup
Mothers and Toddlers
Friday
9.30am -
11.15am
Youth Club (Juniors only)
Friday
6.30pm -
8.15pm
Community Council
2nd Tuesday
7.00pm -
9.00pm
Public Hall Committee
1st Tuesday
7.00pm -
9.00pm
Senior Citizens
2nd Monday
7.30pm -
9.30pm
WRI
1st Monday
7.30pm -
9.00pm
Monthly
Whilst the electrician was carrying out the inspection of the electricity supply in the Hall, it was
discovered that the cabling for the heaters in the Main Hall was badly scorched so a hasty decision was
taken to not only replace the cabling but also the heating. The new heaters are infra red heaters. They
heat the fabric of the building rather than the individual which is what happened with the halogens.
We also took the decision to put the heaters on a timing mechanism which eliminates having to
remember to switch them off before you leave. We will set the heaters to warm the Hall for groups
arriving - it is usually set to 20 degrees but if you find this is too hot/cold please let us know - please don't
try adjusting them yourselves lest you leave some other groups in the cold. Also, can I ask that if you find
you need to cancel your booking, please give us at least 24 hours notice so that we can adjust the
heating. If you fail to give us at least 24 hours notice, I’m afraid we will bill you.
The new heaters should be much more cost effective but now I’m going to get on my soapbox. There is
no point in us heating the Hall if ‘we’ leave the vestibule door open. A draught comes whistling through
the Hall when this door is left open, more so when it is windy. The storm doors should always be open
(both sides) when the Hall is in use, but please close the vestibule door. It’s quite simple although you
do need both hands when closing it from the inside. A push pad system would be much better but I
think that is pretty far down our list of priorities at the moment. So to open the vestibule door from the
outside, turn the handle to the left and pull the door towards you. Once inside, to close the door, push
the bar flush to the door and whilst holding it flush to the door, using your other hand, grab the silver
handle and pull the door towards you until it is flush with the door surround, then release the bar.
Hopefully the door is closed. When leaving the building, push the bar and the door will open. Once
outside, turn the door handle to the left and push the door closed. Easy peasy. So to borrow the late
Larry Grayson’s favourite phrase, ‘Shut that Door’.
I have another request - I get all the fun jobs!! When parking at the Hall, especially on busy days/nights
can we please park our vehicles with either noses or bums to the play area/hedge. We get lots more
vehicles in off the Main Road when we park this way rather than in lines. Some drivers are very good
and very considerate, some just need a little guidance. I have the limp and the walking stick but I really
don't want the car park attendant’s job thank you.
Lastly, remember to complete your 200 Club Application and get it to either Christine or myself before
15th October if you wish to play, and, at the time of writing, there were still concert tickets available so
hope to see you on the 24th October - I believe I’m on the door - I can already hear the resounding
choruses of ‘Shut that door’. See you then.
Frances Whyte, Secretary
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Apologies for omitting the 200 Club winners in the last issue so we have 4 months to share.
May
June
July
August
£100
Sheena Taylor
Gillian Dempster
Audrey Greenan
Gillian Dempster
£50
Margaret Whyte
Lilian Warden
Carole Henderson
Dod Anderson
£25
Irene Rodgers
Joan Davidson
Gillian Dempster
Wendy Sparrow
£15
Martin Jamieson
Ethel Wood
Sheila Fraser
Derek McHardy
£10
Heather Jenkins
Isabel Paterson
Heather Thomson
Willie Neill
Drawn by
Youth Club
Mothers & Toddlers
Senior Citizens
Tea Dancers
Our president for the coming year Kathleen Masson welcomed everyone to the meeting.
She announced that the St Cyrus WRI had come second place in the cooperative cup at
the Fettercairn show with Mrs Ann Coutts receiving a special award for the best exhibit with
her handmade romper suit.
She introduced our speaker John Callender who gave us a detailed account of growing up
with the after effects of contracting polio aged 5 years and the devastating effect it had on him and his
family. John was paralysed from the neck down but he received very good care, went on to train as a
teacher and worked in various schools until he retired in 2000 as the education officer for Aberdeenshire. He has since developed post polio syndrome which can manifest itself after many years. He now
walks with the aid of sticks, uses a wheelchair and motorised scooter to aid his mobility. John is a trustee
for many charities and is an avid Dons supporter. He also enjoys gardening, stamp collecting and reading but has had to give up his more strenuous activities of hill walking and golf.
Elizabeth Alexander gave the vote of thanks.
Competitions:
Strawberry jam - 1 Elizabeth Alexander; 2 Mary Taylor; 3 Helen Keith
Guess the photo - joint winners Elizabeth Alexander, Evelyn Wood, Christine Jamieson
Flower of the month - 1 Wilma Armatage; 2 Mary Taylor; 3 Helen Keith
Our next meeting is on 6th October and its a wine tasting evening open to members at a cost of £2 and
non members at £4.
Competitions for October are: unusual wine glass, self composed poem and an autumn arrangement.
Our November meeting will be on Monday 3rd and it's entitled ‘60 years of Van Werninck photography’.
Competitions for November are 2 photos before and after, pretty photo frame and flower of the month.
Yoga
Summer is past and Autumn with us - evenings arriving earlier, time to think about Indoor activities. Why
not come and join us at the Yoga Club at the Hall.
Yoga is a gentle exercise that with regular practice, improves
balance, posture and general health. It also helps breathing,
muscle tone and promotes relaxation.
Lesley Harley is our Yoga Teacher and is happy to spend some
extra time with beginners.
We meet on Thursdays from 5.30 pm until 7.00 pm. Sessions are
£5; just bring a mat, blanket and wear comfortable clothes.
Indoor bowls
every Tuesday 7pm
Village Hall
Started 16 September
New members very welcome
Georgina
Sessions are still
being held in the
Hall on Wednesday afternoon,
1.45pm - 3.15pm. Just wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes.
Tea and biscuits are served at half
time.
Georgina
St Cyrus Youth Club is asking if anyone who is involved in a
group would be interested in coming along to the Youth Club to
spend some time with the kids. The bowlers, for instance, come
along and bowl with them. The young people would really appreciate it. We had a meeting with them and this was one of
their ideas, which we thought was quite nice!
If you are interested, please call Morag Dalgarno.
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Curling
Do you want to keep fit, have fun and
meet new friends this winter? Then
come and try curling. This is a sport that
all ages can enjoy.
Fordoun Curling Club, which includes many
people from the St Cyrus area, welcomes new
members. We have “Come and Try” sessions
where 2 club members together with a qualified
coach will guide you through the wonderful game
of curling. You do not require any special
equipment, just wear suitable warm clothing and
take along a clean pair of trainers, or similar, to
wear on the ice.
Our first session, at Forfar Curling Centre, is on
Thursday 13th November 2014 at 8.30 pm. If you
would like to join us or would like more information
please contact Kath Scott . We will help with
transport, if required.
Forfar Curling Centre is holding its own “Come and
Try” sessions on Sunday 5th Oct. for adults 12.45 –
2.00 pm and for families 2.15 – 3.30 pm.
Make the most of Harvest Food
Scotland’s households throw away
around £70 million of fresh fruit
every year, but there are lots of
easy ways to cook and store fruit
and vegetables.
Volume 8
"Carnage at the Castle"
2014
Bonfire and Fireworks
Friday 7 November 2014 6.15 for 6.30 for torch lit walk
from village park.
For the second year this promises to be a fun filled
night for the whole family with the Giant Bonfire
and Firework Display. There will be a torch lit
walking convoy, meeting at Ecclesgreig Park at
6.15 pm. You can leave your car anywhere in the
village and organisers will take you on a 15 minute
walk from the top of Ecclesgreig Road to the
castle. Please respect the land and don’t cause
damage or leave litter. Parents need to take full
responsibility for their children.
You can drive to the castle but parking space is
very limited (and at owner’s own risk) and should
preferably only be used in case of mobility
problems. Please do not drive on the walking
route!! The road is full of big potholes and we want
to keep especially the children safe.
The fire will be lit just before 7 pm so get there in
plenty of time. Entry is £1.50 per person or £6 for a
family ticket (strictly a maximum of 5 persons).
There will be refreshments, glow sticks and sparklers
on sale on the night.
In the interest of Health and Safety we ask
attendees NOT to bring their own pyrotechnics to
the display. STRICTLY NO PETS.
Aberdeen Forward and Zero Waste Scotland are
Any queries please contact Grant Ritchie.
calling on residents of St Cyrus to make sure they’re
not throwing good food in the bin.
Karen Wood of Aberdeen Forward explains: “It’s
not only the money we waste when we throw
away good food, it’s also the water that’s been
used to grow and produce it. Not to mention the
energy and effort that’s gone into bringing the
food to our table.
“There’s an abundance of fresh fruit and
vegetables around at this time of year so why not
make the most of them? Enjoy delicious harvest
fruit and vegetables now and use our ‘Love Food
Hate Waste’ tips to store the rest to enjoy later in
the year.” Tweet @LFHW_UK or go to our website
www.lovefoodhatewaste.com
Automated External Defibrillator
The AED has been in the village one year now
and has not been used in an emergency, which is
good news.
The First Response Groups in Johnshaven and
Laurencekirk have been active in their first year
and Gourdon I believe is trying to set up a group.
We do not have a First Response Group in St Cyrus
yet. Are there any people in the village who
would like to form one? Due to my life style I could
only be partially involved.
Do any locals wish to attend another Heart Start
course? This course gives you the confidence in
how to use the public AED. I
could contact the Scottish
Ambulance service and try
to get one about Christmas
time or some other time. The
Want to cook up a Harvest Treat? Contact Karen
last course was fully
Wood for a free cookery demonstration in St Cyrus.
subscribed and hopefully so
Karen Wood-Zero Waste Officer
would the next one be.
Aberdeen Forward Limited
Please contact David Neill.
01224-560360
[email protected]
[email protected]
Make a vegetable curry using up all those
vegetables that need rescuing from the back of
the fridge. Any veg can be used - courgettes,
cauliflower, butternut squash, the choice is endless.
Curry your Glut!
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Issue 5
A92 Drivers
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BERVIE MEDICAL MATTERS
These last few weeks have seen an unacceptable
rise in accidents and incidents on the A92, most of
which were down to bad or dangerous driving and
too little respect paid to other road users.
Agricultural vehicles making difficult manoeuvres
also add to the hazards and everyone just has to
be a little bit more patient and allow a bit more
time for journeys.
Traffic flows have increased greatly on the A92 with
substantial traffic avoiding the dodgem junction at
Laurencekirk and accessing the “tiger” economy
at Aberdeen which continues to grow at an
amazing level and employing ever increasing
numbers of workers. Many of these workers are
driving many miles now due to the severe lack of
housing in the Northeast and commuters from as
far afield as Perth, Fife and Dundee are not
unusual.
We had a presentation at the Area Committee
Meeting from Police Scotland in relation to
performance and there was a united view from
Councillors that more Police attention needed to
be focused on the A92. This would not be “heavy
handed” to try and boost crime figures, but would
be more in terms of educating drivers to drive with
more respect for other road users. The police have
various tools at their disposal to achieve this…! This
initiative has also been supported by the five
coastal Community Councils from Catterline to St
Cyrus.
The coastal road has many bends and blind
corners which characterise it, but is no worse than
many other roads. It’s very much the case that
drivers just need to exercise more care when
driving.
Fingers crossed that with these measures, road
safety improves and lives are saved.
George Carr
Grasshopper Bus Tickets
First Aberdeen, Stagecoach
and six local bus companies
have joined forces to launch
a new ticket designed to make bus travel in the
City and Shire more convenient.
Bus customers can now buy ‘Grasshopper’ Day and
Weekly tickets which means they can enjoy unlimited travel on any local bus service throughout the
Aberdeen city and shire commuter belt. Day tickets
cost £10.50 and Weekly Tickets £34.
Within Aberdeenshire the Day and Weekly tickets
are available on all buses serving the commuter
belt around Aberdeen.
More information on www.grasshopperpass.com
We hope you have all had a
lovely summer and enjoyed the
days when the sun was shining.
With winter soon approaching,
that also means for the practice a
time when the surgery becomes very busy, with
colds and coughs. This year is no different from
any and we offer a list of vaccinations that can
protect certain groups during the winter season.
Annual Flu Vaccinations
These are offered to any patient who will be 65 or
over before 31st March 2015 (i.e. born on or
before 31st March 1950). They are also offered to
any patient over 6 months who are in a clinical
risk group (e.g. chronic respiratory disease,
chronic heart disease, chronic kidney disease,
liver disease, diabetes, neurological disease,
immuno suppression and unpaid carers and
young carers). Pregnant women are also offered
a flu vaccination.
If you qualify for a flu vaccination, please
telephone the surgery on (01561) 361260 and
make an appointment with the Practice Nurse.
You do not need to wait for a letter to be sent
inviting you for the flu vaccination.
We have arranged a flu clinic at Johnshaven
Village Hall on Wednesday 15th October 2014
and a clinic at St Cyrus Village Hall on
Wednesday 29th October 2014. Both clinics are
from 9.30 am - noon but you must telephone the
surgery for an appointment time.
Flu Vaccinations for 2-5 Year Olds
This year all children in Scotland aged 2-5 years
(children must be aged 2 or above on 1st
September 2014) are being offered the flu
vaccine and the majority of the children will
receive the painless form of the vaccine given by
a nasal (nose) spray.
If you require information on this you can ask for
a leaflet at the surgery or visit:
www.immunisationscotland.org.uk/childflu
The practice will hold clinics in November 2014 for
this age group. If you require your child to be
immunised against flu please telephone the
practice on (01561) 361260 and make an
appointment.
Tennis Coaching in St Cyrus
Qualified tennis coach looking to start up tennis
coaching in St Cyrus. If you have any questions
or interest in coaching feel free to contact me
by email or telephone.
Tel. 01674 850477; Mobile 07521 949986
Email [email protected]
Robert Bennett
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Volume 8
Mearns Coastal Parish Church
There will be a special Harvest Thanksgiving service on 19th October.
Members are invited to bring along an envelope marked ”Harvest
Collection” for the World’s poor and starving or gifts of food suitable for the
local ‘Foodbank’.
At the end of the United Service on 26th October the newly electrified
Church Clock will be dedicated to the Memory of the late John Gavin, former Elder, Session Clerk and
Friend to many. The family have met the quite considerable cost for this work. There will be an
opportunity to meet with them at the Time of Fellowship after the service.
Sunday 9th November. Remembrance Services in Both Churches with this year marking the outbreak of
WW1. Anyone who would like to lay a Wreath at any of the services, is invited to get in touch with the
Minister as soon as possible.
Sacrament of Holy Communion Sunday 16th November at 10.00 am in St Cyrus Church only.
Johnshaven Church service at 11.30 am as usual on that day.
Enquirer’s Group: This is a short course exploring Christianity today. It is an informal group held over six
evenings, in the Manse at St Cyrus. Each course is tailored to meet the needs of those who come along.
The group is open to anyone. While some may wish to go on to possible Church membership, there is no
obligation on anyone to do so. If interested get in touch with the Minister on: 01674 850880
The next Vestry Hour will be on Monday 3rd November. Johnshaven: 6.00 – 6.25 pm; St Cyrus 6.35 – 7 pm.
If there is any matter which you would like to discuss with the Minister in strictest confidence, please feel
free to come along. There will also be the opportunity to arrange Weddings, Baptisms or a Service of
Thanksgiving and Blessing for a Child.
Watch out for the Praise, Prayer, Bible Study and Fellowship Meetings. These informal meetings resume
on Monday 20th October at at 7.15pm in the Manse, ending around 9pm, with a cuppa somewhere in
between. All welcome.
Dates and Times for Sunday Church Services Summer 2014 - Clocks are going back 1 hour 26 October.
5th October
12th October
19th October
26th October
2nd November
9th November
16th November
23rd November
30th November
10.00 am St Cyrus
10.00 am St Cyrus (Baptism)
10.00 am St Cyrus (Harvest)
10.00 am United Service St Cyrus only
Clock Dedication
11.00 am
10.00 am St Cyrus (Remembrance Service)
11.00 am St Cyrus
10.00 am St Cyrus
11.00 am United Service St Cyrus only
Blythswood Shoe Box Appeal
11.30 am Johnshaven
11.30 am Johnshaven
11.30 am Johnshaven (Harvest)
No service in Johnshaven
11.30 am Johnshaven
11.30 am Johnshaven (Remembrance Service)
11.30 am Johnshaven (Baptism)
11.30 am Johnshaven
No service in Johnshaven
Colin Dempster
E-mail [email protected]
Website www.mearnscoastalparish.org
Gifts and essential items for Eastern
Europe and Asia.
We rejoice in the Marriage of:
For further information contact
Heather Jenkins or Kirsteen Hourston.
Dawn Scott and Shaun O’Sullivan, St
Cyrus Parish Church on July 18th.
Boxes can be left in the Church. If you
cannot fill a Shoe box you are still welcome to leave some
of the articles below in the box provided. Boxes must be
received by Sunday 9th November 2014.
Essential items are: toothbrush, toothpaste. soap, hat,
scarf and gloves. Suggested items: small toy (for child's
box), shampoo, face cloth, moist wipes, moisturising
cream, comb/brush, sanitary products, shaving foam, razors, underwear, socks/tights, pens, pencils, sharpener,
notepads, colouring books, rulers, rubbers, sewing equipment, household candles, kitchen utensils, screwdrivers/pliers, new make-up, sweets (no chocolate or other
food) with a best before date of March 2015.
We welcome in Baptism:
Sunday 15th June:
Clara Olivia Ross, daughter of Sally and
David, St Cyrus
Sunday 20th July:
Erin Mae Burness, daughter of Brenda and
Robbie, St Cyrus
Sunday 17th August:
Leah Elizabeth Hedley daughter of Linda
and Ronald, St Cyrus
For film night and light entertainment
fundraiser see insert.
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Issue 5
St Cyrus Newsletter
Page 9
It was inevitable that after two and a half years of
argument and debate, sometimes bitter and
aggressive, the referendum vote on Scottish
independence would leave a people divided.
of politics has to be ranged against other societal
factors, not least the sense of community and the
hinterland that accompanies it.
The decision has now been made and
Scotland is to remain part of the union. In
Aberdeenshire 108,606 voters said “no” to
independence, while 71,337 said “yes” - a 60/40
split, the same as in St Cyrus. The turnout was
unprecedented in 50 years, with a Scottish average
of 85%. This in itself was a singular expression of a
clear commitment to the democratic process and
mirrors the strong views held on each side.
History and circumstance bind individuals
together and form the basis of community.
Such was the passion of the debate, the level of
political activity and the high stakes on offer during
the campaign that feelings ran high.
The last two and a half years have been turbulent
times and will form a vital chapter in the history of
the nation. But so too will the approach that is
adopted in the wake of the independence vote
and the challenge to end three hundred and seven
years of Scotland’s story.
That continues with a strong sense of place, which
St Cyrus possesses and which has developed over
The level of interest in the pros and cons of
time. It has emerged through different periods of
independence was high and the sheer number of
voters who turned out on September 18 to play their history starting with the 18th century weavers,
part in a historic decision was a singular recognition quarrying and the influence of the salmon fishers,
the building of the Lower Northwaterbridge at
of what was at stake. The Scottish people were
Kinnaber in the 1770s, the construction of the school
asked nothing less than to decide the fate of their
in 1867 and the presence of the kirk high
nation on a simple ballot form independence, “yes” or “no.”
Moving on above the North Sea.
The challenge now is for a small country to return to
normal service and for individuals to resume their
daily lives. This will not be easy for many people
where the heat of the debate is still high and much
consideration is given to the “what if” question.
And while communities are not immune to the
sharper side of politics, they offer the capacity to
mend wounds and leave no permanent scars. They
also have the collective common sense to offer
space to a time to unite and walk together and to
act with magnanimity and graciousness to restore
equilibrium.
A huge amount of energy was released during the
run up to the vote on both sides, but now is the time
to direct that force to recovery and healing and
shaping the future of our country and its
communities, regardless how individuals voted.
Given the outbreak of hostilities between politicians
about how best to deliver the promise of more
powers for Scotland, it is clear that tensions will
remain and cascade to supporters on either side for It is as much about self-identity, as national identity.
some time.
Bill Howatson
That said, politics is not the be-and-all of life. The art
Kathleen Kelso, who died recently at home where her family have lived for over 100 years, was born in
St Cyrus in 1924. Her father, George Smith, was the village postman, an exceptional horseman, who had
fought in the Boer War and WW1.
She was educated at St Cyrus primary school and Montrose Academy, going on to study Home
Economics at Aberdeen School of Domestic Science. One of the first to graduate in this subject, she
proved very talented and was appointed in charge of the catering at Aberdeen hospital, supervising
200 staff at the age of 22.
Her next job was managing the prestigious restaurant at Falconers Department Store where she caught
the eye of a dashing naval officer who was dining there. She married Captain Tom Kelso in 1950. They
had one daughter, Wendy, who brought them much joy and happiness.
Kathleen’s hospitality and culinary skills were legendary and after Tom retired the couple ran an award
winning B&B where year after year the same guests returned from both the UK and overseas and lasting
friendships were formed.
A very proud occasion in her life came when she had the honour of cooking lunch for Queen Elizabeth
the Queen Mother during a Royal visit to Stonehaven.
Kathleen had been a very keen Girl Guide and kept up her interest, helping whenever she could. She
was an active and faithful member of the Kirk although latterly unable to attend services and
succeeded her mother on the Benevolent Fund committee, making an unbroken 70 years’
commitment between them.
Once very involved in the community, Kathleen Kelso was much loved by those who knew her. She
enjoyed discussion and was always up to date with what was going on in the world, stopping for a chat
with those she met as she walked her beloved dog Sophie. We will all miss her.
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Volume 8
For me working here at the St Cyrus National Nature Reserve is one of the best
jobs I could ever have! Granted, I am just at the start of my working life, trying
to make a career for myself, but even in that short time I know just how lucky I
have been to find a job here. I can wholeheartedly say that I love my job and
feel very privileged to work with such a wonderful team at a spectacular site. It’s now been two years
since I started working at the St Cyrus Reserve and have a rolling seasonal contract where I work from
the start of April to the end of October each year. Although two seasons is not very long. I’ve learned
much more in these two years than through any other experience I have had.
St Cyrus Reserve life is so varied; one day I can be leading a Nursery School group around the reserve,
talking about all the amazing things that go on here, with lots of time spent playing beach games and
another day I can be dancing to the wonderful music of the Feis Rois National
Orchestra dressed in a red deer costume (see photo left)!
During Spring I spend a lot of time scouring the reserve monitoring different species (e.a.
butterflies, special plants or amazing birds) and recording them for our records. When
Summer is in full swing, we host quite a few events during the weekends (anything from
guided walks to stargazing and moth hunting) and in early Autumn we tend to get
Secondary School groups eager to learn about dune transects. And of course there are
some jobs that can be done throughout the year; for example monthly WeBS (Wetland
Bird Surveys), counts from the bird hide and monthly Shorewatches (recording whales
and dolphins) from the cliff top.
The most amazing thing to me about St Cyrus NNR is the fact that it is such a versatile
place and we are lucky to be able to do a variety of things here. This site is a great
resource and I am so glad that the local community and schools actively choose to
come to and use the reserve, whether it is for pleasure or learning.
The main highlight for me this year was monitoring the Raven pair that nested on the
Gunmoo cliff - it was so exciting to know that this was not only the first breeding pair
that successfully reared two young but that this was the first ever recorded pair of
Ravens at St Cyrus NNR. Other highlights have been: getting my WDC Shorewatch training so I can help
out with the Shorewatches - there’s just something so special about watching bottle-nosed dolphins
jumping about in the ocean!; increasing my learning of plant and moth species - I’ve had a lot of time
this year to learn more about some of my favourite subjects; and finally, I’ve had a ball with every single
event we hosted, be it a stall at the St Cyrus Gala day or a very interesting family fun beach art event
run by Angus Arts.
It’s not just the place that is so special, it’s also the people and the community atmosphere. It’s nice to
see so many familiar faces every time I turn up for work. Although the SNH team is quite small, I never
feel isolated as we have a dedicated team of volunteers, a large group of regular dog walkers and of
course the majority of the local community who use the reserve.
I feel that I have become fully integrated part of the SNH team that manage the reserve. I seem to
have fitted in extremely well and couldn’t imagine working with anyone else. Therese (Alampo, the
reserve manager) is just such an inspiration – I can’t even put into words how much she has done for not
only me but the reserve as well. And the reserve just wouldn’t be the reserve we know and love without
Sheila (Brown) – she is just a huge fount of knowledge and is always keen to share her wisdom and
experience with me, which has been a huge help!
I know autumn is coming because there is that clear feeling of seasonal change everywhere at the
reserve. Trees are starting to display those beautiful autumn yellow and golden colours and leaves are
littering the ground. This year huge mushrooms are covering the dunes on the reserve. Geese are
beginning to return at the Southern end of the reserve – I’ve mostly seen groups of Canada Geese but I
also like to look out for migrating Greylag and Pink-footed Geese.
As the end of October approaches it saddens me to know that my season working here for the year is
almost over again. Although I get to work at the reserve during the best time of year, it is hard to leave
it. Of course, I don’t fully leave the site - I will eventually return again next April and as my own dog loves
running free on the beach here, I treat her to a visit or two throughout the winter period. So if you ever
see me around the reserve – whether it’s during my working time or when I’m just walking my dog –
please feel free to come and say “Hi”.
Kim Ross, Assistant Reserve Manager
Issue 5
St Cyrus Newsletter
Page 11
Play Park Optimisation Consultation
Council spending nearly £3 million per week
on capital projects
Aberdeenshire Council is spending nearly £3
million per week building new schools and
community facilities and making major
improvements to infrastructure in 2014/15.
Members approved a revised capital plan with a
total expenditure for 2014/15 of £150,900,000 at a
meeting of the Policy & Resources Committee
on 11 September 2014.
Councillors receive regular updates on the
progress of major projects like the construction of
Mearns Academy Community Campus, the new
primary school at Hillside, Portlethen and
community and sports facilities at Banff and
Macduff.
Other major projects which are included in the
current Capital Plan include the new £5.3million
council office facilities at Peterhead, the under
construction £23million Ellon Community Campus
and the new £7.5million Drumoak School.
The current year forecast also includes nearly £20
million for the now under-construction Aberdeen
Western Peripheral Route (AWPR).
The current year’s forecast shows an increase of
capital expenditure compared with £113,000,000
in 2013/14.
Council Leader, Councillor Jim Gifford, praised
the “phenomenal level of spend” in this year’s
Capital Plan.
The committee heard that nearly £1,800,000 has
been ring-fenced for Children and Young
Persons projects and the grant for Cycling,
Walking and Safer Streets has also been
increased, to £385,000.
A review of children's play parks is currently underway and as part of this Aberdeenshire Council is
carrying various consultation activities, aimed at
providing the best quality play areas in the best locations with the money available. The consultation
process will include a series of public meetings, details of which will be posted online and circulated in
due course and we would like to invite you to complete a questionnaire on play park provision in your
area.
The questionnaire has been developed as a tool to
capture the initial views of the communities and
interested stakeholders, the closing date for responses is 31st October 2014.
The questionnaire can be completed online at:
www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/parks/index.asp
Councillors approve of more than £6 million on
housing improvements across Aberdeenshire
Aberdeenshire Council is to spend £6,274,000 on
major upgrade and improvement work to its
residential properties. The works, which will see
improvements to hundreds of council properties
across Aberdeenshire, were approved by members
of the Policy & Resources Committee. The forecast
budget spend on housing improvements and new
build housing in Aberdeenshire will be around
£50million this financial year.
Improvements to the front and back doors on 810
houses across Aberdeenshire was approved, at an
estimated cost of £2,556,000. The contract will be
put out to tender, with work due to start in
November, to be completed by March 2015.
The work is part of the council’s Housing Stock
Improvement works and complies with the
Aberdeenshire Local Housing Strategy, and
attainment of the Scottish Housing Quality Standard.
“Lost and found”
Our last event of 2014
Sunday 19th October
This will be another Angus
Arts event where we will use
flotsam and jetsam found
on the sand at the Southern
end to construct beach
sculptures of all shapes and
sizes!
Everybody is welcome.
Children must be
accompanied by an adult.
The four black bags shown on the photo below were
found near the small car park at the top of the cliffs
on 1 September 2014.
There is no way of telling whether the items belong to a
few dog walkers with the same wrapping habit or whether they were
‘lost’ by one person who walks four dogs. Or
is it a one-bag-a-day (wo)man? Maybe the
owner of the white bag meant to make the
exhibition look lore exciting....
If they are yours and you would like to
retrieve your property, you can find them in
the bin at the bottom of the path, marked
‘dog poo only’.
Anonymous
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The Mearns and Coastal Healthy Living
Network gardening group for older people
meets on Monday afternoons at various
venues in the Mearns and Coastal areas. The group
is aimed at all abilities and we continue to meet
through the winter months for indoor based
activities.
We are looking for new members and if you have
an interest in gardening or nature and would like to
meet new people then please phone / email us for
further details - contact Bernie at the Mearns and
Coastal Healthy Living Network, Laurencekirk on
01561 378130 or e-mail
[email protected]
CRS (Community Recovery Service)
CRS is a relatively new service which has been
commissioned by Aberdeenshire Alcohol & Drugs
Partnership (Aberdeenshire ADP) The service aims
to sup-port adults in recovery from drug and/or
alcohol problems or for those who have been
affected by drugs and /or alcohol to access
activities and opportunities in their local community.
The service covers all of the 6 registration areas in
Aberdeenshire. The service design is based on best
practice in the field of recovery, highlighting the
importance of therapeutic alliance meaningful
social and community activities peer support
Workers meet people on a one-to-one basis to find
out what support is needed and then identify
opportunities that can help build social networks
and meaningful use of time. They provide
information and support to help deal with drug and
alcohol use - coping with cravings, improving sleep,
man-aging anxiety, developing links to build new
skills, meet new people, partake in leisure activities,
training opportunities and volunteering. Where we
work with sufficient numbers of people in one area,
we can run activity and peer support groups to
bring together people in recovery so that they can
sup-port one another.
For more information or for referrals please contact
us on 01467 624240 or email
[email protected].
Volume 8
Aberdeenshire older people's
charter
An Aberdeenshire older people's
charter has just been launched and published.
The charter has come out of a project called
‘Your Voice’, managed by the Mearns and
Coastal Healthy Living Network.
The aim of the project has been to get the views
of older people on local and more regional
issues that concern them and to take action on
these issues where possible.
The idea behind the charter was to combine in
one document the aspirations of older people
on issues that are important to them. The charter
is owned by older people and their communities
as well as the statutory and voluntary
organisations who have signed up to support it.
Groups in the Mearns, Inverbervie, Portlethen,
Insch, Ellon, Peterhead, Banff, Fraserburgh and
Cuminestown have all contributed to the
charter. The charter has also been taken for
suggestions and approval to the Older People's
Strategic Outcomes Group, local Community
Planning groups and the Community Planning
Board.
It contains sections on having a voice,
information / advice, transport, residential care,
day care, living at home, communities and
health. The key thing is to make sure the charter
is a useful document and not one that simply
gathers dust. To this end it will be monitored
annually by the Community Planning Board.
The charter will be available through ‘Your
Voice’ and other older people's groups, through
libraries, community centres, health centres and
social work offices and on the Mearns and
Coastal Healthy Living Network website
www.mchln.co.uk.
How to Prepare Successful Funding Bids Wednesday
29 October
There don’t seem to be any sessions in
the immediate neighbourhood in
October/November, but you can check
www.scotblood.co.uk
or ‘phone
0845 90 90 999
for information.
Appointed Persons First Aid Wednesday 12 November
Erratum
CVS Training Opportunities
Mediation Theory and Practice Monday 27 October
Data Protection Monday 17 November
Conflict Resolution Thursday 27 November
For further information or to book any of these
courses please contact Shirley Leask on 01771
624589 or email [email protected]
In the last newsletter we
published the wrong telephone
number for Ethel Wood of the
Whist Club. Please note that her
number is 01674 850381
Issue 5
St CyrusDirectory
Newsletter
Business
Page 13
Accountant - Christopher Doan FCCA; Murray Taylor Chartered Certified Accountants;
The Bungalow, Long Row, St Cyrus DD10 0BP. Tel: 01674 672555
Antiques and Collectibles - Croft Curios - Provincial Silver Flatware, Miltonhaven Caravan Park,
Open daily 10 am -5 pm; Tel: 01674 850413; e-mail: [email protected];
Website www.miltonhaven.co.uk
Architectural Services - RGS Design; Bob Smith; Mob 0779 3007016;
e-mail [email protected]
Architectural Services - Norman McIntosh MCIAT Chartered Architectural Technologist;
Roundhouse Architecture Ltd, The Roundhouse, Lochside Road, St Cyrus, DD10 0DB.
Tel 01674 850187; Mob 07754 758245; e-mail [email protected];
Website www.roundhousearchitecture.com
Artist - Sheila MacFarlane D. A. Edin.1,Tangleha St Cyrus, Montrose. Paintings and original prints.
Phone for appointment. 01674 850342 or email [email protected]; Website
www.sheilamacfarlane.net
Beauty Therapist - in the comfort of your own home. Hazel Anderson Tel 01674 850402;
Mob 0774 5962502
Beauty By Elaine - Elaine Riddell 36 Invergarry Park, St Cyrus, DD10 0BU. Home visits available by
request, Mob 07855 002497; email [email protected];
Beauty by Elaine
Blinds - Featherston Blinds; Also extensive range of lamps and furniture; 176 High St, Montrose. Tel
01674 677602; e-mail [email protected]; Website www.featherstonblinds.co.uk.
Catering - The Wicked Chef, Gourmet Cuisine, Brackenrigg, St Cyrus. Tel: 01674 850152;
e-mail [email protected]
Childminder - Giggle and Grow Childcare - Danielle Ewen Registered Childminder.
Tel 01674 850931; e-mail [email protected]
Chimney Sweep - Ewan McLean, Barton, Kingoldrum, Kirriemuir. Mob 0771 1334203
Computer Repairs - Sparky Computers; Mobile computer repairs service for home & business.
Tel 01561 378911; Mob 07887 808556
Driveway & Patio Services - John Adam; 01674 850779; Mob. 07771 846357;
e.mail [email protected]
Driving School - Brian A Thomson; Fairmont, South Links, Traill Drive, Montrose DD10 8EJ.
Mob 0777 5727603
Driving Tuition - Graham Jessop School of Motoring; Pass Plus Reg. Tel 01674 850968;
Mob 0773 6319787
Electrician - Barry West. Tel 01674 677365; Mob 0784 2911414
Electrician - David West. Tel 01674 677365; Mob 07759347353;
Website www.davidwestelectrical.co.uk/
Fencing - J S Gates and Fencing Metal and Wood; Jim Smith. Tel 01674 850529;
Mob 07887858249
Garage - The Motorstore Montrose. Repairs, Pre-MOT, tyres, batteries and exhausts.
Tel 01674 678887
Guitar Lessons - Caroline Jones, LTCL. Experienced in working with children and adults.
Also ukulele for beginners and music theory. Tel: 01561 361178.
Website: www.carolinemjones.wordpress.com
Hairstylist - Tammy, Mobile Hairstylist St Cyrus. Tel 01674 850910 (before 6.30pm);
Mob 0756 5594360
Handyman - Aaron's Home & Garden Services. Tel: 01674 850845 Mob: 07753180715
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Volume 8
Business Directory
Holiday House - Rock Hall Fishing Station, St Cyrus; magnificent location, sleeps up to 14.
Available all year. Please contact Anne Hamilton - 01456 450651 or 07830 147137 or
email [email protected]
Holiday House - The Smokehouse, Johnshaven. Beautiful architect designed holiday home.
Stunning interiors and sea views. Sleeps up to 8. Off road parking. Pet friendly. Contact
Mrs T Reppe-Roverselli. Tel. 01674 850152
Joiner - Ross Leitch Joinery Services. Tel 01674 677552, Mob 0789 2673099; Website www.rljsltd.co.uk
Landscaping and Groundworks - Gary Low; Tel: 01674 672494; Mob: 07969 066807;
email: [email protected]; Website: www.gllandscaping.co.uk/
Man and Van - MAF Couriers. Skip runs, DIY store collection or anything else you might need a van
for. Tel: 07715557968 e-mail [email protected] Facebook MAF Couriers. Contact
Mark for quote.
Plumber - Aymer McFarlane. Tel 01674 850000; Mob 0795 6489660
Plumber - Heating Engineer. Martin Ritchie, Myreside, Long Row, Kirkton, St Cyrus;
Tel 01674 850107; Mob 07837 578454
Photographer - Snowfox Photography, Lee Corpe, St Cyrus, Mob 0779 2957118;
Website www.snowfoxphotography.com
Reflexology - Falling to pieces with back, neck, migraine or joint pain? The Dorn Therapy Method
treats pain safely, naturally & gently. To/8 get on the road to recovery contact
[email protected] - Mob 07808 764712
Solicitors - Scott Alexander, 46 High Street, Montrose, DD10 8JF. Contact Elizabeth Alexander on
01674 671477; Website www.scottalexandersolicitors.co.uk
Taxi - East Coast Cab - local and long distance. Lauriston, St Cyrus DD10 0DJ;
Mob 07708 485 520
Tool Hire - R.K Services (Montrose) Ltd; 67 North Esk Road, Montrose. Tel 01674 677500
Web Design & Online Marketing - Alasdair Orr. Tel 0844 800 7109; Mob 07979 990 898;
e-mail [email protected]; Website www.sugarshaker.com
A very big THANK YOU to Peter Harrison
at Steptoes Yard for donating cups to the
St Cyrus Christmas Lights appeal.
This allows me to keep making candles to
sell for the appeal. Well done, Peter!
Suzanna at Kekebash
Business Directory
To have your business included in the
directory, please e-mail
[email protected] or
contact Bert Skinner, Greenburn, St Cyrus Tel 01674 850271; Mob 07731793176.
Entries in the Business Directory are
charged at £5 per issue, which goes
towards paying our production costs.
The Newsletter is distributed to over 700
households in the village every two
months.
Just to remind you that we
always look forward to
getting your news, views
and anything else you’d
like to share with us.
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plastic bags for each issue distributed. If you
have plenty bags and can spare a few please
let us know. The e-mail address is
[email protected]
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