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Masked man with 'bladed weapon' leaves 20-year-old seriously injured at Scottish loch

OFFICERS are appealing for information following the serious assault of a man in Balloch over the bank holiday weekend

The National (Scotland) · May 25

Flamingo Land submits appeal after Loch Lomond resort bid rejected

FLAMINGO Land has submitted an appeal to the Scottish Government after its plans for a £40 million holiday resort next to Loch Lomond were…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 21, 2024

Flamingo Land's Loch Lomond exclusivity deal must end, SNP government told

THE Scottish Greens have called on the First Minister to end the exclusivity agreement between a government agency and Flamingo Land’s proposed…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 19, 2024

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I went to Loch Lomond to hear how locals feel about the Flamingo Land decision

LOCALS have spoken out after a planned resort development in Balloch was pushed back ...

The National (Scotland) · Sep 17, 2024

Loch Lomond Flamingo Land plan rejected after fierce opposition

Proposal for mega-resort on Lomond Banks turned down over concerns including loss of ancient woodland

The Guardian - UK · Sep 16, 2024

'Unprecedented' spike in objections to Flamingo Land's Loch Lomond development

TENS of thousands of new names have been added to a petition opposing Flamingo Land's plans to build on the banks of Loch Lomond ...

The National (Scotland) · Jul 18, 2024

Flamingo Land's plans for Loch Lomond 'as destructive as Trump's for Aberdeenshire'

APPROVING a Flamingo Land development on the banks of Loch Lomond would be “every bit as destructive” as approving Donald Trump’s plans for a…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 17, 2024

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What do locals think of Flamingo Land's plans to develop on Loch Lomond?

ALMOST 100,000 people and organisations have opposed plans to develop a resort on the banks of Loch Lomond – more than the total number of people…

The National (Scotland) · Jun 17, 2024

The Pro Cyclist's Guide to the 2023 World Championship Road Race

Horse's heads, ancient castles and a rollercoaster finishing circuit. Get to know the World Championship road race routes with the help of Scottish pros Anna Shackley and Sean Flynn.

Cycling News · Jul 30, 2023

Youngsters collect awards for success in Balloch Fun Run

Almost 400 children took part in the event at Balloch Park last month, with event sponsors CPR Resurfacing holding a presentation to recognise the three schools that had the most participants compared to their school roll.

Daily Record · Jul 7, 2023

Incredible aerial photos show new Loch Lomond cruiser arriving in Balloch

After more than 18 months of waiting, Sweeney’s Cruises finally had their new vessel - Avocet - delivered, with the final leg of the boat’s journey from Rotterdam to Loch Lomond seeing her travel through residential streets in the village.

Daily Record · Jun 22, 2023

Police vow to get tough on anti-social behaviour in Balloch Park this summer

As part of an ongoing effort to stop boozed-up revellers on a day trip ruining the park for locals, officers based here and British Transport Police are working together to spot problem groups enroute on CCTV, and hamper their efforts.

Daily Record · Jun 21, 2023

Three teenagers hospitalised after weekend of chaos in Balloch

Services between Dumbarton and Balloch were cancelled on Friday night (June 9) after a 16-year-old girl and two 16-year-old boys were assaulted.

Daily Record · Jun 13, 2023

Summer campaign launched to crack down on anti-social behaviour in Balloch Park

Police Scotland has vowed to crack down on anti-social behaviour, including public drinking and littering, as well as more serious offences.

Daily Record · Jun 6, 2023

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Daily Record · May 26, 2023

Balloch's Oban Duncan targeting a return to winning ways in F4 powerboat

The 17-year-old enjoyed mixed fortunes in the opening round of the new Formula 4 season – battling with an opponent with more than four decades of racing experience, but being denied the chance to fight for victory by niggling technical issues.

Daily Record · May 25, 2023

Developers dismiss MSP's claim that new planning laws will halt Balloch Flamingo Land plans

Green MSP for the West of Scotland, Ross Greer, said that new planning framework would see the controversial plans rejected.

Daily Record · May 12, 2023

Fundraising cycle from Balloch to Oxfordshire aims to raise awareness of Postpartum Psychosis

Richard Baish lost his much-loved wife, Alex, in September last year following after a battle with postpartum psychosis - a condition that affects more than 1,000 new mums every year.

Daily Record · May 1, 2023

Record-breaking Kiltwalk sees thousands descend on Balloch

A landmark 14,000 tartan-clad walkers took part in the 8th annual Kiltwalk.

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Daily Record · Apr 21, 2023

Flamingo Land 'steadfast in belief' £40m Balloch plans will benefit area

Speaking after a petition against Flamingo Land’s plans for Lomond Banks passed the 70,000 mark, development director Jim Paterson said: “We are steadfast in our belief that Lomond Banks will bring considerable economic and social benefit to both Balloch and the wider area.”

Daily Record · Apr 13, 2023

Balloch Station set for park and ride, as part of local transport funding boost

Last week Strathclyde Partnership for Transport (SPT) announced more than half a million pounds of funding for local travel projects across Dumbarton, Alexandria and Helensburgh.

Daily Record · Apr 10, 2023

MSP vows to take Flamingo Land to court if Balloch plans get green light

Ross Greer said he would look at bringing a judicial review in the Court of Session if the “destructive and unwelcome development” on the banks of the iconic loch is green-lit.

Daily Record · Apr 4, 2023

Loch Lomond resort plan chief hits out at Scottish Greens' "sham" petition

The party claims that more than 69,000 objections have been collected but developers say there is no way to validate the figure.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 30, 2023

Flamingo Land's Loch Lomond plans 'are most objected to in Scottish history'

CONTROVERSIAL plans to develop a holiday park on the banks of Loch Lomond have become Scotland’s most complained about planning proposals ever, it…

Daily Record · Mar 13, 2023

Campaigning MSP vows to defeat Balloch tourist resort plans "one last time"

Leading a debate in the Scottish Parliament last week, Green MSP for the West of Scotland Ross Greer said he believes that his seven-year fight to stop Flamingo Land’s controversial plans for Balloch will soon be won.

Daily Record · Mar 9, 2023

Witness appeal after woman sexually assaulted on Lanarkshire train

On a service from Airdrie to Balloch on Wednesday, March 1 a woman was sexually assaulted

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