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20 hours ago
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Glenpark Harrier puts name in history books with powerful performance
Simon Okiti was flying the flag for Inverclyde yet again (Image: Supplied) A GREENOCK athlete wrote their name in the history books in a powerful performance last weekend. Glenpark Harriers' Simon Okiti bounced back to form at the weekend with a season's best and national standard performance. Advertisement The Glenpark Harrier has impressed on the big stage (Image: Supplied) Simon travelled to Eton back on the hunt for medals following a stunning hat-trick back in April. He made the trip to contest the UK Athletic League Premier Division for Glasgow Jaguars. Competing in the Premier Division means that Simon is taking on the fastest athletes from across the UK. Heading into the weekend, he was keen to test a new race plan in the 100 metres. After a steady start, he was soon into his running, working through the phases before crossing the line in a season-best finish. His performance did not go unnoticed and his learnings were put to good use as he was selected to anchor the 4x100 metre relay squad later in the day. Advertisement Joining Glasgow's fastest quartet, Simon exploded into action as the baton got to him with 100m to go. Okiti was soon at top speed, mixing it with some of the UK's top sprinters. Undeterred by the company he was rubbing shoulders with, he powered the team home, stopping the clock in a time that took them to the top of the Scottish rankings and the third fastest relay time in history. Simon's season now progresses toward Grangemouth, Cardiff and Derby in the coming weeks.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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105 years ago: The busy days at James Watt docks a century ago (1920)
ANOTHER consignment of teakwood for Greenock has been brought by the Henderson liner Martaban, which which arrived from Liverpool last night. Her cargo was loaded at Rangoon, and she has put out part of it at the Mersey. The Martaban is a vessel of 3,828 tons and went into the James Watt Dock last night. The Janeta, which also brought a cargo of timber for Greenock this week, is waiting at the Tail-of-the-Bank for a berth; and will probably dock tomorrow. James Watt Dock in 1920 (Image: Archive) One of the Shaw, Savile, & Albion Bine vessels, the Matatua, 5,210 tons net, a hand-some-looking craft, came in last evening, and lay at the anchorage overnight, proceeding up the river this morning. She is from Liverpool, and has gone to Glasgow to complete general cargo for New Zealand. Two vessels passed Greenock last night on their way to Glasgow. One, the Pinewin, had a cargo of timber from Bathurst, and the other, the Credo, was from Liverpool, in light trim. One of the recently-built steamers from this district, the Saphir, launched by the Clyde Shipbuilding and Engineering Coy. for Norwegian owners, left the Tail-of-the-Bank last evening on her maiden voyage, which is to Newport News. Two steamers which had unloaded heavy cargoes of cane sugar at Greenock, the Dorie and the Raithwaite, shifted from their berths today. The former has sailed for Hampton Roads, and the latter has left the Albert Harbour for the James Watt Dock, where she will load bunker coal. Among large liners which passed Greenock to day outward bound were the Holt Line steamer Aeneas for Australia ports, and the Federal liner Leitrim for New Zealand. The Baron Polworth left on a Clan Line charter for Calcutta. This Story was first published in the Greenock Telegraph on May 29, 1920.
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3 days ago
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Meet the takeaway owner who has brought new pan-Asian dishes to Inverclyde
A POPULAR pan-Asian restaurant in Greenock is celebrating its second year serving up delicious food to customers who 'can't get enough' of the international flavours on their doorstep. Umami 17ngon on Argyle Street first opened in 2023, bringing a new type of takeaway to Inverclyde - a venture that restaurant owner Ben Egan says has been 'a fantastic opportunity'. The food blogger from Birmingham moved to Greenock eight years ago, having been convinced by his wife to start a new life in Inverclyde, bringing his passion for food with him. Ben opened 17ngon in 2023 and has brought a twist to the Inverclyde food scene (Image: George Munro) Each month Ben crafts a new Asian-inspired menu which sees him make dishes from countries such as Vietnam, Japan and Korea – all made from fresh ingredients and hand-made noodles. The 37-year-old honed his culinary skills by studying French classical cuisine at Birmingham College of Food - though having grown up in a household full of chefs, he's always had a love for cooking. "My love for food comes from my mum and grandfather," he said. 'I remember my mum had an old-school, 70s-style pastry book which would teach you how to make a chocolate cake using chocolate fingers and other really basic recipes. "But I loved reading ingredients and measurements, being able to visualise the grams and cups of things, and how a recipe would come together. 'My grandfather introduced me to indoor markets and fresh fish. He used to show me the very basics of cooking and a love for fresh produce.' Ben is now sharing his passion with the people of Inverclyde, having taken the leap to open his own place after building up a growing following for his food blog and YouTube channel, where he began demonstrating how to make his favourite dishes during the Covid lockdown. He told the Tele: 'There was a gap in the Inverclyde food scene, especially for a healthy takeaway alternative, and something bit different flavour profile wise. 'Seeing that was missing here, and also eating out here myself, I wanted something new. 'When you haven't had these flavours before, or tried things like fresh noodles or dough from scratch, whether that be dumplings or bao, it can be quite overwhelming compared to frozen ingredients or mass-produced food. "But you really do taste the difference. 'That's a big appeal for people and then they just keep coming back for the fresh ingredients and tasty food.' More by Isla believes anyone can cook, and hopes his online recipes and his monthly Greenock Telegraph recipe column will inspire more people to 'give something new a go'. He added: 'It's just knowing what to put together and having the foundations to say 'let's use X, Y and Z' and then build from that basic recipe and basic ingredients to make something more fancy or interesting.' On one of the busiest days this year for 17ngon, Ben says they cooked up 90 orders within two hours – an overwhelming task for any takeaway, but even more so when all the food is cooked in front of you. The takeaway owner says he is looking to expand the business to other parts of Inverclyde 'in the near future' as the restaurant establishes itself as a popular food spot in the town. 'I think the area is such a hidden gem," he said. "Inverclyde is a very pretty area, and there are incredible views. There is also lots of opportunity. 'And it's not just me. There are other businesses making moves, like Tonino's and The Alchemist, who are bringing a buzz to the Inverclyde food scene. "Its a perfect place for 17ngon."
BBC News
5 days ago
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Thistle name Wilson as new head coach
Partick Thistle have appointed Mark Wilson as their permanent Under-18s coach Wilson, 40, took over in February as interim manager alongside Brian Graham. Dougie Imrie is staying at Greenock Morton despite Thistle's Championship rivals giving him permission to have talks with the Firhill club last week, while Graham was also spoken to about the and Dunfermline boss James McPake and former Celtic defender Paul Caddis, who is in charge of Hereford, were also reportedly interviewed, external by new Jags director of football Ian Baraclough."We fully appreciate that supporters will feel frustrated it has taken us longer than we anticipated to make this announcement particularly as there has been a great deal of speculation throughout the course of this week," said Thistle chairman Richard Beastall."We believe Mark is the best fit for Partick Thistle. His knowledge and commitment to promoting our own talent shone through, as did the leadership he showed on the training pitch, in the dressing room and during matches as we enjoyed a memorable end to the season. "It was always clear to us throughout the process that that Mark was an integral part of our future aspirations."Wilson said of his appointment: "I am really pleased to be the head coach at Partick Thistle and I cannot wait to get started. It is going to be a busy summer but one I am looking forward to."Graham stepped down as the manager of Thistle's women's team the morning after the men's team were beaten in the Scottish Premiership play-off striker said that if he and interim co-manager Wilson did not become permanent managers, he was not sure if he could stay at the 37-year-old was appointed boss of the Scottish Women's Premier League team in 2020 and took over the men's team with Wilson when Kris Doolan left in left Thistle after two years in charge with the Jags sitting fourth in the division and having lost three of their past four fixtures.
BBC News
6 days ago
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'Versatile' Morton defender Boyes joins St Johnstone
St Johnstone have signed Morton defender Morgan Boyes on a two-year 24-year-old Liverpool academy graduate made 36 appearances for Morton last season and is a former Wales Under-21 is the second Morton defender to join St Johnstone this week after Jack Baird also swapped Greenock for Perth as Simo Valakari's relegated side prepare for life in the Championship."As soon as the gaffer made the call and explained the plan, I was really excited, I can't wait to get going," said Boyes."I have played against St Johnstone a few times. It was never a nice feeling going there as an away team - and that is how we want it now."I'm a versatile defender and I'll play where the gaffer needs me. I'm confident on the ball but happy to do the dirty side of the game too."
