Where's Good For Food: The Big Taquero Words by Jenny Watson Photos by Katie Kennedy & Marcus Cole A passion for food, the need for a career change and a social conscience are the perfect ingredients for an exciting new gastronomic venture in Dumbarton. Early this year Dave Summerson, owner of the Mexican-inspired food truck The Big Clydesider Editor • Community
Value in Volunteering: Hugh the Baker By Jenny Watson The great banana bread trend during the lockdown of 2020 inspired many budding bakers, however, it was a pineapple upside-down cake that captured the curiosity of teenager Hugh Kelso. “Hugh was looking through one of my old recipe books from school one day, looking for something to Clydesider Editor • Community
Civic Reception Marks Charity’s Third Birthday: Sponsored Editorial Sponsored Editorial At the start of the pandemic an Old Kilpatrick couple looked for ways to help people struggling to get food and everyday essentials. With a large elderly population in the village, they knew many residents were scared to use supermarkets and public transport. So, Maureen and Gordon Cummings Clydesider Editor • Community
Community Links Regeneration Services Sponsored Editorial As a small Clydebank based community regeneration charity, we have been supporting our local West Dunbartonshire community for 21 years. Across West Dunbartonshire we primarily work with community-controlled Housing Associations to develop and deliver projects that support their tenants who are the most vulnerable to social isolation and Clydesider Editor • Community
Red Ramp Nights Words by Angela Clark Photos by Katie Kennedy and courtesy of Golden Friendships A local charity has created an entertainment event programme specially designed for wheelchair users - believed to be the first in the world. The Golden Friendship Club, based in Dalmuir, is a community hub that provides support Clydesider Editor • Accessibility
School Takes Eco Action Words by Addison Noble & Grace McGrath S3 students Photos from Our Lady & St Patrick’s High School Our Lady and Saint Patrick’s High School in Dumbarton is one of many establishments working to make a difference in our environment and to our world. The many eco-friendly programmes, Clydesider Editor • Community
