Forestry News

Added by Jean Cook at 23:01 on 26 October 2023

We heard today that planting will start next week in the new woodland area of Letrault and Stuckenduff. This will not involve many HGVs on Pier and Staion Road. However it is likely that from Monday the removal of the diseased Larch trees will commence. Please take care if you are walking or driving...

Church Activities in November

Added by Jean Cook at 21:23 on 26 October 2023

Sunday services will start at 11am – please join us – you will be most welcome. Services will be led by the Worship Team, Tea and Coffee in the Church Hall after the service Below are some of the events on at the church in November – everyone is very welcome to come and join in &...

Worrying about money?

Added by Jean Cook at 19:20 on 26 October 2023

Worrying about money leaflet Support for individuals who are worrying about money! Argyll and Bute have produced a leaflet with their partners sign posting to where help is available for individual and their families Click the link or scan the QR code https://www.worryingaboutm...

Thefts from Garden Sheds and Outbuildings.

Added by Jean Cook at 17:24 on 19 October 2023

There has been a spate of such thefts in Rhu recently. The police included this in their report to our meeting on the 11th October. . Please take care and keep your sheds locked. The ideal situation is a security camera but not everyone has one. Report problems to the police: 101 unless you can see...

Felling of Diseased Larch Trees

Added by Jean Cook at 16:30 on 19 October 2023

The felling of the diseased larch trees has started. The site has been issue with a Statutory Plant Heath Notice (SPHN) and forestry workers have to follow strict biosecurity guidance. This includes cleaning their boots and the wheels of vehicles before they leave the site. The disease, Phytophthora...

Beach Clean this Saturday.

Added by Jean Cook at 21:54 on 17 October 2023

Saturday 21st October 2023 10.00-11.30 Weather permitting! Meet by the toilet block Equipment will be provided, but please bring gloves if you have them. Further details from Lynda: lynda13579@gmail.com

Warm clothes Collection

Added by Jean Cook at 21:50 on 17 October 2023

Rhu & Shandon Clothes Collection Saturday 21st October - 10:00 am to 12 noon Rhu Church Hall The cost-of-living crisis has led to unprecedented demand across the west of Scotland for charity support. Food has become a luxury in many households and the idea of heating a home unthinkable for tho...

Can you help?

Added by Jean Cook at 17:38 on 10 October 2023

The British Heart Foundation in Helensburgh is desperately in need of volunteers to join their team. Please contact Andrea Murphy h47@bhf.org.uk if you can help.

Ladies Nearly New Clothes Sale

Added by Jean Cook at 15:33 on 10 October 2023

Saturday 14th September in Church Hall from 10am to 12.30pm. In aid of the Church Tower Fund. Tea, coffee and home baking available to buy. Clothes for sale should be delivered to the Church Hall between 9.00am and 9.30am on Friday 13th October Articles should be named, priced and marked if to b...

Sandwich Series

Added by Jean Cook at 15:16 on 10 October 2023

Thursday 12th October from 12.30 (earlier in the month than usual!) Romanian Pianist George Todica playing music by Scarlatti, Bach, Rachmaninov and Chopin. As usual, entry is through the rear door of the church where you can pick up your sanwich and glass of wine or soft drink. The suggested donat...

Community Council meeting

Added by Jean Cook at 15:08 on 10 October 2023

The October meeting of the Community Council will be held on Wednesday 11th october at 7pm in the Rhu and Shandon Community Centre. Timber transport and the Christmas Lights switch on event are on the agenda. As usual, this is an open meeting.

Timber Transport Resumes

Added by Jean Cook at 09:44 on 10 October 2023

We heard this morning that the removal of the diseased larch From Highlandman's and Torr Forests will start at the end of ths week. This means that 1,100 tonnes will be moved amounting to some 75 empty lorries in and 75 fully loaded lorries out. The times of operation are governed by the TTMP. ...

Rhu Christmas lights Switch-on

Added by Jean Cook at 17:10 on 27 September 2023

Last year was the first year we organised an event to coincide with the switch on of the lights on the green. We would like to organise something again this year, but really need some help. If you are willing to lend a hand please use the comment facility below or contact secretary@rhuandshandoncom...

Invasive Alien Species

Added by Jean Cook at 16:48 on 27 September 2023

To celebrate the 4 year Assessment on Invasive species and their control, the Intergovernmental Science Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystems are sponsoring a webinar by Professional Helen Roy will be held on 4th October from 1pm to 2pm. Find out more and sign up by clicking the following ...

Electric bike and scooter safety

Added by Jean Cook at 16:32 on 27 September 2023

There have been a number of fire incidents involving the charging of the lithium batteries in e-bikes and e-scooters. It is important that these should be unplugged when charging is finished. The advice is to use manufacturer recommended batteries and chargers, and these should be bought from known...