https://clydesider.org/2022/07/19/on-yer-bike/ ON YER BIKE by Annie Jordan Photos courtesy of the Vale of Leven Trust “On your bike!” has taken on a whole new meaning for me after seeing what’s on offer at the Vale of Leven Trust Active Travel Hub. Bobby Dorrian, Development Manager of the Hub, explains the Trust was set Clydesider Editor • Community
https://clydesider.org/2022/06/30/this-womans-work/ This Woman’s Work by Clare Sweeney Photos by Chris McCaughey In my house International Women’s day is something we look forward to, we think about what we will do to raise awareness and share stories about the important and inspirational women in our lives. Life as women can be tough and thanks Clydesider Editor • Issue 20
A4F5E8AB-C048-48B5-8E31-465C94815D45 Cycle For Life By Amanda Eleftheriades Photos by Marie Murphy “The fear of imminent death motivated me to change.” Marie Murphy arrives at our office clad in tight-fitting cycling shorts and top, looking the very picture of health. But her athletic physique hides a daily battle to control blood sugar levels which have Clydesider Editor • Health & Wellness
Cula and the gang Cula and the Gang by Andy Devine The hard work of litter pickers Cula Murphy and members of the Friends of Leven River Valley has been recognised by SUSTRANS Scotland with a national award. Inspired by an ‘Adopt a Road’ scheme in Ireland, Cula contacted West Dunbartonshire Council’s Greenspace team to suggest setting Clydesider Editor • Environment
image9 Creative Superpowers Words by Angela Clark, photos and artwork by Louise Kane Louise Kane is a young woman who refuses to let anything stand in her way. She faced many struggles throughout her teenage years because she is on the autism spectrum, which affects her speech and ability to communicate easily. Louise Clydesider Editor • Creative Cafe
Cuthbert Douse & John Russell 2 Creative R'n'R Words and Photos by Jenny Watson The Vale of Leven Mature Art group has run since the 1980s. They currently meet in the new Dalmonach Community Centre in Bonhill. Tutors Ivor Jackson and Dennis Day take a relaxed approach to guiding local novice artists, encouraging them to try new styles Clydesider Editor • Creative
