tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13241450921300310112024-02-08T02:59:34.225+00:00Portgordon HarbourGiving information to a wider audience with the aim of getting more publicity and support for regeneration of the local harbourUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger164125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-68125097236986398232012-09-24T19:38:00.002+01:002012-09-24T19:39:10.954+01:00Derek Murray - Chairman<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">The message below is reproduced from the main website because we know that many folk use the 'Blog' as a means of finding out what's happening </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I was delighted and honoured to be appointed to the position
of Chairman of PCHG Ltd at the start of the summer and I thank those who have
entrusted me to take the helm and try and guide the Group forward as we strive
to regenerate the harbour area for the benefit of the whole village.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Having been involved with the Group in various capacities
since its formation in 2003 I would acknowledge that it’s been a long hard road
to get us to where we are today and at times progress has been undoubtedly
slow.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>However it should not be
forgotten that the Group became a Limited company in 2005, gained charitable
status in 2009 and have prepared detailed feasibility studies and robust
business plans and are now in a position to move the regeneration project onto
another level. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">The scale of the task getting us through the last few years
to where we are now should not be underestimated.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Much of this work has been done behind the
scenes and goes relatively unnoticed<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>and
credit must be given to those Committee members, past and present, who have
given of their time on a voluntary basis in the hope that they can help make
Portgordon a better place.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">While everyone in the Group have played their part I would
particularly like to pay tribute to our immediate past Chairman, Ron Billing,
who stood down at the last AGM after 9 years at the top and Bob Thomson, who
has recently stood down as Secretary.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Both Ron and Bob were instrumental in forming the Group at the beginning
and they jointly chaired our very first public meeting way back in 2003. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Ron was appointed as our first Chairman and he has
steadfastly continued in this role for the last 9 years through thick and thin,
steering the Group through numerous public meetings and endless committee
meetings and always with his usual good humour.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>He has also been instrumental in our annual galas, particularly bringing
to the event a wide range of interesting and varied forms of transport, on
land, air and sea.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Despite standing
down as Chair, Ron remains heavily involved with the group and continues as a
Director of PCHG Ltd.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In addition and i<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">n recognition of his services to the Group
over the last 9 years, I was delighted at the AGM that Members agreed to the
appointment of Ron into the role as our first Honorary President.<o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Bob was unquestionably the driving force at the formation of
PCHG in 2003 and has served as a Director and Secretary throughout the last 9
years.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bob’s contribution to the Group
has<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>been massive and he has been the key
player in establishing PCHG as a Limited Company with Charitable Status and
guiding the Group through Feasibility Studies, Business Plans, local
fundraising and of course the annual Raft Race & Gala Day.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bob excelled as Chairman of the Gala
Sub-Committee and took the event from humble beginnings to becoming a much
bigger and varied event attracting large crowds.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bob has decided that it’s time to stand
aside in the hope that others will get involved in taking the project through
to the next level.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>PCHG Ltd are indebted
to Bob for his huge contribution and it was agreed that the door would always
be open for his return to the Committee should he wish to get involved again in
the future.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">In addition I would also like to thank Noel McGuile for his
work as Treasurer over the last few years.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Noel has helped keep the Group on a sound financial footing and has
ensured that our accounts are in good order, that they meet the requirements of
our accountants and satisfy the scrutiny of OSCR (Office of the Scottish
Charity Register).<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I am grateful to all past Committee Members for their help
and support they have given to the Group and to me personally. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I have lived in Portgordon since 1997 and joined Portgordon
Community Harbour Group at its formation in 2003.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>I was elected Deputy Vice Chairman in 2004,
Vice Chairman in 2007 and became a Director of the Group in 2005.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">With all voluntary groups it is inevitable that members will
come and go over time and there is no doubt that the loss of some key members
over the last few years have certainly left a void that is proving difficult to
fill.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Nevertheless I was greatly
encouraged that new Committee Members were appointed at the AGM and that others
continue to join the Group.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Interest in
the project also continues to grow as demonstrated by visitor numbers to our
excellent website </span><a href="http://www.portgordonharbour.org/"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">www.portgordonharbour.org</span></a><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>PCHG are also working on plans to improve the
harbour area including creating a replica of the Gurkha plaque, tidying up or
disposal of any old abandoned boats and creels and the creation of new bench
seating.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is also a tremendous
opportunity to build on the good work done to date by the Village Hall Committee
and their plans to build new Village Hall adjacent to the harbour.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The potential for regeneration of the area is
clear and with everyone pulling together we can make this a better place.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">I therefore see this as the start of a new era for PCHG and
we would love to see new faces at any of our meetings which are open to
all.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>There is much work to be done and
we need your help to see through our 3 main priorities for the year ahead:<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></div>
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</span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt;">Increase
awareness of the project within the Village and encourage greater community
involvement and support.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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the Business Plan and concentrate efforts on major fundraising (despite the
recession I remain confident that there are funding opportunities out there).<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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the return of the Raft Race & Gala Day in 2013.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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lot’s to be positive about in Portgordon if we all work together!<o:p></o:p></strong></span></span></div>
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Community Harbour Group Ltd<span style="mso-tab-count: 3;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>September 2012 <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-27768566493009489632012-09-24T19:36:00.002+01:002012-09-24T19:36:31.497+01:00Ron Billing - Honorary PresidentWhen Ron Billing stepped down as chairman of the Group many suggested it was the end of an era. That's a matter of opinion and Ron see's it as a new beginning as he reminds us that he is still in the thick of it as supportive as ever. The evidence was there at the last meeting. <br />
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<strong>From the Hon President - Ron Billing</strong><br />
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As elected chairman since the group’s inception in 2003 we have
faced numerous challenges as the group has gone from strength to strength. It’s
been a wonderful and fulfilling journey so far. We knew at the onset it would
be a long haul but perhaps didn’t realise just how long it would take. Even so
giving up has never been an option and the team go forward with determination
and I am proud to have been at the helm<br />
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Several months before the Annual General Meeting in May I
let it be known that I would not be seeking re-election as Chairman.<br />
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Stepping down was not a decision to take lightly and when I
attempted to do so in the past I was persuaded to continue and happily remained
in the post. However this was the right time to leave and hand over the reins and
I am delighted that Derek Murray was elected to take on the role at the AGM.
Derek has done a super job as Vice chairman for a number of years and has full
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What I had not realised when I made my intentions clear was
the group were not prepared to let me go. They invited me to become the first
ever president. I feel delighted and honoured that this position should be
offered and I have willingly accepted. I relish the role and will do my very
best to play a significant part in helping and shaping the future</div>
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<o:p> </o:p>It’s a few months since the AGM and I’m now coming to terms
with my new role as I look forward to the future with anticipation, secure in
the knowledge that efforts to date have raised the groups profile and made folk
realise we are going to build on our past success</div>
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There is no doubting the teams resolve in gathering strength
to move forward with its stated aim of harbour regeneration. It’s just going to
take longer that we thought but the determination is still there and I see it
at our regular committee meetings</div>
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<o:p> </o:p>I hope the future will be kind to us for no-one can deny our
cause is a noble one. We all want to improve this wonderful village for the
local community and beyond</div>
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<o:p> </o:p>I want to thank the committee for their hard work and support
over the years and also the many others that have helped us in so many ways in
our quest</div>
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<o:p> </o:p>The fight for regeneration continues and I am proud and
honoured to be a part of it. </div>
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<o:p> </o:p>Thank you for your continued support</div>
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President – Portgordon Community Harbour Group LtdUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-77800351771942541602012-07-26T16:47:00.002+01:002012-07-27T07:38:24.125+01:00Gurkha Plaque<strong><span style="font-size: large;">Progress</span></strong><br />
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We are making progress with the Gurkha Plaque<br />
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This is the latest photo of the existing and original plaque on the north wall of the harbour</div>
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This plaque has been in place since 1987. It cannot be allowed to simply rot away, nor will it, for the Harbour Group are determined this symbolic piece of Portgordon's history will be preserved for future generations to appreciate. The Group feels it is very important that this original plaque remains in situ<br />
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The proposed additional plaque to be placed near the harbour notice board</div>
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The Gurkha knife known as the Kukri or Khukuri is a symbolic weapon of the Nepalese Army. See how the Gurkhas left an 'impression' on the new harbour wall section. </div>
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A photo of the actual shield presented to the community by the Gurkhas. It was presented in 1985 after the first visit, two more visits were to follow.</div>
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><strong>2nd (Fri) & 3rd (Sat) December 2011</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><strong>7.30pm</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: red; font-size: large;">A fabulous show for the whole family</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Lets pay tribute to the cast - those that give their time freely to entertain the audience. They do it year on year and believe me it's hard work learning the lines. Why do they do it? - It's because they enjoy putting something into the village and what better way than some good old fashioned entertainment</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's also true to say that without the support of the village it would be nothing - It seems unique that a place the size of Portgordon can put on a show of this kind time and time again</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Christine Crammond does a fantastic job in writing, producing and directing the Panto each year, something she does rather well, I think we all agree on that<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Whilst Portgordon Community Harbour Group was formed to regenerate the harbour it also seeks to make improvements to the area. These are some examples:</div><ul><li><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Notice Board</div></li>
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</ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">As well as being practical, useful or simply cosmetic these features show visitors that the harbour area is not neglected and we hope they add value to the village...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">...and now we consider</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Gurkhas arrived in the village in 1985 and began the job of repairing the harbour.This was the first of three visits in the eighties. On completion of the works the Gurkha's left a commemorative Plaque on the north breakwater to mark their works</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Portgordon Community Harbour Group has deliberated about this and feels that there should be more obvious recognition of the Gurkha's work, particularly for the benefit of the passing public, many of whom are walking the Speyside Way which takes them alongside the harbour</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong>Gurkha Plaque</strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><strong>Introduction/Preamble</strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;">The existing Plaque commemorating the Gurkha's part in Portgordon harbours history is looking worse for wear due to the combined effects of <sup>1</sup>corrosion and weathering. In addition it’s placement on the north breakwater is some distance from the walking route past the harbour and as a consequence is not seen by the passing public. This means it is likely that many people may be oblivious of the part the soldiers played in saving the harbour and paving the way toward regeneration for the community. We (PCHG) really should do something about this.<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><strong>Harbour Group Funds</strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Full cost of purchase and placement met by Portgordon Community Harbour Group Ltd</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: left;"><strong>Sponsorship</strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Find a suitable sponsor to meet the full cost of purchase and placement</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: left;"><strong>Donations</strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Request donations from members of the public to cover the full cost of purchase and placement (see note 2)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: left;"><strong>Conclusion</strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Whilst the above may appear to be fairly straightforward there are possible challenges to this, assuming the committee agrees it should be done in the first place</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: left;">Planning permission/consent – is it needed from the crown or local authority?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: left;"><o:p>H</o:p>ow do we get a plaque cast?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: left;">Would it offend the generation that were involved in the original placement?</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Note (1) The existing plaque to remain where it is and given suitable treatment to prevent further corrosion, if possible</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: left;">Note (2) Donations of a fixed sum (£5 cheque only) be requested from members of the public to meet the full costs of purchase and placement. A dedicated page would be created on the PCHG website featuring a ‘virtual stone wall’ with an impression of the plaque fixed on the wall. The idea being that anyone donating £5 would have their name added to a block on the virtual wall and this would be there for the life of the website<br />
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The meeting supported the proposals and a committee member is looking to progress matters with regards to costs and funding - There is no completion date for this, though it is anticipated it will be before year end. However, a more detailed submission will be placed before the committee when costs, funding and the required works are determined<br />
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If you have any views on this please submit your thoughts either in the comments box or the email link/postal address on the main website<br />
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<a href="http://portgordonharbour.org/Contacts">This link will take you to our main website contacts page where you will find our email and postal address</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div></ul>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0Portgordon Harbour, Moray AB56 5, UK57.664733286310444 -3.015103340148925857.662610286310446 -3.020038840148926 57.666856286310441 -3.0101678401489256tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-77135110971930024742011-08-14T12:01:00.002+01:002011-08-16T19:10:26.313+01:00A welcome sight<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-large;"><strong>RAF Search & Rescue</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.raf.mod.uk/equipment/seaking.cfm">click to see more about the RAF and Sea King Helicopter</a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-74014378142358399452011-07-26T19:21:00.000+01:002011-07-26T19:21:51.708+01:00Charity Raft Race<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>Portgordon Community Harbour Group</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;">Charity Raft Race</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue;"><strong>Held on Gala Day - Sunday 17th July 2011</strong></span></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Worthy winners of a great race beating last years winners, 'Buckie Fire Fighters' into second place. They took the lead early on and despite a valiant effort by the firefighters they held on to claim a well deserved victory. Great bunch of guys and they really enjoyed winning</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNG-4Rv2IqO3cJvnTjTvEXBBAZLEpA8L2w0EM_aERPtP18H8PVe92xjRnrKu-_c7_VK6AGcc6cEp-5y8hHBjWAO1UuafOUfM4hmr8KSGPM8S59sGarL3Lsf7Whr-uDI7srM1OufAV3J8g/s1600/DSC_0409+%255B1024x768%255D.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNG-4Rv2IqO3cJvnTjTvEXBBAZLEpA8L2w0EM_aERPtP18H8PVe92xjRnrKu-_c7_VK6AGcc6cEp-5y8hHBjWAO1UuafOUfM4hmr8KSGPM8S59sGarL3Lsf7Whr-uDI7srM1OufAV3J8g/s320/DSC_0409+%255B1024x768%255D.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">click to enlarge</span></div><div style="text-align: center;">Winners of the 'Best Raft' Trophy' - </div><div style="text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: red;">'PORT SCRUBBERS'</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Team 'PORT SCRUBBERS' won the Trophy for 'Best Raft' for the second year running. Apart from giving the crowd some super entertainment the girls in this team also claimed a very creditable third place. Amid all the fun and frolics these are serious contenders - Will they win next time? Have to wait and see. One things for sure, they'll be trying their hardest and the crowd are always behind them</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeCHo9DIvd0doDnrBd1PTlGyA8BVpg-7-PoYQO7c6EHsfI8kcrJZq4t6CzqQoWjsiBuonKG_1ftlcBT0XJz8AD4ofSuvr9H9DqdBMc1xjFFfjZp-gS75Z7JKOH6s2MmM-QzC6qbPitZqQ/s1600/Portgordon+Gala+2011+MGS+065+%2528600x450%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeCHo9DIvd0doDnrBd1PTlGyA8BVpg-7-PoYQO7c6EHsfI8kcrJZq4t6CzqQoWjsiBuonKG_1ftlcBT0XJz8AD4ofSuvr9H9DqdBMc1xjFFfjZp-gS75Z7JKOH6s2MmM-QzC6qbPitZqQ/s320/Portgordon+Gala+2011+MGS+065+%2528600x450%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;">click to enlarge</div><div style="text-align: center;">Team <strong><span style="color: red;">'HULA CHICKS'</span></strong></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">If determination won prizes then these girls would be in the top tier. They never gave up and warmed the crowd with their spirited efforts in this, their first raft race at Portgordon - We all very much hope they return next year</div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">The Firefighters never gave up. You wouldn't expect them to. It's not in their nature. They gave it their best shot and despite not winning they were as always a credit to Grampian Fire & Rescue Service</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div align="center"></div><br />
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</div>Another debut team and full of spirit - I wouldn't bet against them next year. A few design problems with the raft seemed to have scuppered their hopes but they will live to fight another day<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqHkC6c-2ezsbA0m2uuKtRcewYlPIs5ZCgqwz5z-LZJUwlbt4rGDlBw-OcFCu4839kDPxzEGGU8FEJIiQG3q2I4fg8SYp_OsAypFYy-zGcJx9LEzqmuM4MUVz437arDJZsq9iUNImpD1o/s1600/2011+Gala+AS+294.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqHkC6c-2ezsbA0m2uuKtRcewYlPIs5ZCgqwz5z-LZJUwlbt4rGDlBw-OcFCu4839kDPxzEGGU8FEJIiQG3q2I4fg8SYp_OsAypFYy-zGcJx9LEzqmuM4MUVz437arDJZsq9iUNImpD1o/s320/2011+Gala+AS+294.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div align="center"></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">click to enlarge</span></div><div style="text-align: center;">This is <strong><span style="color: red;">'TEAM MARINE'</span></strong></div><br />
Bit of a surprise as following their debut last year it was considered this team would provide a serious challenge. One for the future I think. Great bunch though<br />
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The old saying <em>"it isn't about winning"</em> may well be appropriate in some quarters but try telling these racers that. They all came to have some fun and also do their very best to win. Without a doubt they provided fantastic entertainment for an appreciative crowd and they'll all have the memory of this day of days for a long, long time<br />
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<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>Thank you all for your efforts and for taking part in our event</strong></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://portgordonharbour.org/">and now please visit our Harbour Group website</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-88754832323785959012011-07-14T17:43:00.004+01:002011-07-14T18:29:15.484+01:00Please buy a Gala day programme<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>Buy a programme</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>You could win</strong></span><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;"><strong>***£50***</strong></span><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNnb_q1EvoYDnqgsR0rzJcRbb2imw7YV8RfS8QmXsAEIjO3OLHgPjccjsk9Zhq3eQ-BN_70l8B3_3S1owBK6diWYPZq5-0EV3n6BTl0iHwEYbwaoT8I8iDiCQzo7OFmbq0GWJJ8aeYKVs/s1600/Gala+Prog+pics+PS+005+copy+%2528640x480%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="196" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNnb_q1EvoYDnqgsR0rzJcRbb2imw7YV8RfS8QmXsAEIjO3OLHgPjccjsk9Zhq3eQ-BN_70l8B3_3S1owBK6diWYPZq5-0EV3n6BTl0iHwEYbwaoT8I8iDiCQzo7OFmbq0GWJJ8aeYKVs/s320/Gala+Prog+pics+PS+005+copy+%2528640x480%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">click to enlarge</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Gala Day programme is now printed</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The printer is on its last legs, the dogs eaten three programmes, I've stapled my finger to another and spilt tea over a few - the ones that have survived will be on sale at the Gala on Sunday</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">On a serious note, all proceeds from the sale of programmes go directly to the Harbour Group account</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Portgordon Community Harbour Group is a charity registered in Scotland</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Scottish Charity No SC040805</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You could win £50 if you have the lucky programme number</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The draw will take place at approx 4.00pm</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The winning number will be displayed on this 'Blog' and the main website</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://portgordonharbour.org/About-the-Gala-Day-programme-Guide">click here to see the winning number (after Sunday of course)</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>Thank you for your support</strong></span></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-74875097102550411132011-07-13T17:45:00.000+01:002011-07-13T17:45:38.779+01:00Northern Rough Riders<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>Northern Rough Riders are coming to <strike>town</strike> the village!</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>See them on Gala Day</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyUeNqc4ZcGqpt9a6VOt_pJQR_jw7kbqJfSs11nzwFzbXgx6uz1SS0y88_lsUbxweSSDhbyZEw6YK_Pmr66rJP_smON3Wh7MSxvLsjtWvMWMQ8mIc9dVeXgNn1_OTJ0tg2AE8oPpK4zsM/s1600/Northern+Rough+Riders.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyUeNqc4ZcGqpt9a6VOt_pJQR_jw7kbqJfSs11nzwFzbXgx6uz1SS0y88_lsUbxweSSDhbyZEw6YK_Pmr66rJP_smON3Wh7MSxvLsjtWvMWMQ8mIc9dVeXgNn1_OTJ0tg2AE8oPpK4zsM/s320/Northern+Rough+Riders.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">click to enlarge</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Northern Rough Riders are a serious re-enactment group who show the Wild West as it really was</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Wherever they go they impress the crowds with a lifelike and versatile show</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Please note this show will involve discharging replica weapons and this should be considered when bringing young children and pets</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://portgordonharbour.org/Charity-Raft-Race-Gala-Day-2011">more information about the Gala here</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-16683288721688386952011-07-12T16:23:00.000+01:002011-07-12T16:23:35.883+01:00Gala Day Layout<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>This is the Gala Day Site Layout</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlde1WU5cTbTYitbXMOmAk_-N_8TGp0sDuuLnVZjNHFR4uqkcYik8GOus07pTWXR4kVfESL8p5KEufxseXhyphenhypheniOu1o7ES8Eu1mcYpePvDmjzIc6_52MTsa7yWfcOTgX6VtmH22tqgS-CUo/s1600/Gala+day+plan+12+July.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="228" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlde1WU5cTbTYitbXMOmAk_-N_8TGp0sDuuLnVZjNHFR4uqkcYik8GOus07pTWXR4kVfESL8p5KEufxseXhyphenhypheniOu1o7ES8Eu1mcYpePvDmjzIc6_52MTsa7yWfcOTgX6VtmH22tqgS-CUo/s320/Gala+day+plan+12+July.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">click to enlarge</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Please come along to a fun day for family and friends</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The 'Fifie' 'Isabella Fortuna' is not coming due to mechanical problems, even so we have plenty on offer and more for the younger children than ever before</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><strong>Still time to enter a raft</strong></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong>We have one that you can borrow</strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Just see the contact details below</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.portgordonharbour.org/Charity-Raft-Race-on-Gala-Day">click here for details of how to enter</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-15911318027113489702011-07-10T16:39:00.001+01:002011-07-12T16:14:29.655+01:00One week till Gala Day<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">Portgordon Charity Raft Race & Gala Day</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: red; font-size: x-large;"><strong>***Fun for all***</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><strong>Sunday 17th July 2011 - starts 12noon till 5.00pm</strong></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">Still time to enter a Raft</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Just get some friends together and go for it</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You could even win £100 for the Charity of your choice</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.portgordonharbour.org/Charity-Raft-Race-on-Gala-Day">click here for more details</a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-43079885217259635772011-07-08T17:32:00.001+01:002011-07-10T16:31:35.566+01:00Stalls on Gala Day<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>Information about some of the Stalls on Gala Day</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>Sunday 17th July 2011 12noon - 5.00pm</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.webhistorian.co.uk/pages/index.php?id=bmha">click here to visit the website of Banffshire Maritime & Heritage Association</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The Theatre Group do not have a dedicated website - instead they have a dedicated leader in the shape of Christine Crammond. if you are interested in joining a local Drama Group then speak to Christine - she'll be at the stall</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">There are lots of stalls planned for Gala day</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">RNLI</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">HM Coastguard</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Moray Sea Cadets</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">WRI</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Buckie Fishing & Heritage Association</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Let's Party</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Alison Murray</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Grampian Fire & Rescue Service</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Loretta Quilts</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Friends of Portgordon Primary School</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Royal Air Force Association</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Eileen Newton</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Samsung Black belt</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">WDCS Spey Bay</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong><span style="color: blue;">Help for Heroes</span></strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">More information of a general nature can be found in the Gala day programme available on the day</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">cost <strong>£1</strong> includes entry into the Gala day Draw you could win</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;"><strong>£50</strong></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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5th July 2011<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The press release covers the Annual Charity Raft Race and Gala day and is used by the Group to inform local newspapers and therefore a wider audiance of what the day's all about</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you look at our website on a frequent basis then you will be up to speed on the event, if not just click the link below</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.portgordonharbour.org/Press-Release-">please click this link to see the Press Release in full</a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-34687178430271997232011-07-06T15:48:00.000+01:002011-07-06T15:48:37.032+01:00'Extreme Sunday'<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>'Extreme Sunday'</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>especially for the children</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Something a bit special for the children</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This is a new venture for the Group and one that we believe will be very welcome as it aims to make the day interesting and fun for all the youngsters that choose to get involved</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Just come along to the activity tent area and see what's happening then join in if you want to</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://portgordonharbour.org/More-about-Gala-Day">click here for more information about Gala day</a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-48530829377941769252011-07-01T19:08:00.000+01:002011-07-01T19:08:38.815+01:00Childrens Fancy Dress Competition & Parade<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>Children's Fancy Dress Competition</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>&</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>Parade</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">This event gets to be more popular and that's no surprise</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's a great day for the kids as they put on the fancy dress that's probably taken weeks to prepare and then after the excitement of the competition there's the Parade following the Pipe Band from the village Hall to the Arena</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I say this every time - make sure you have your cameras at the ready to capture moments you will treasure for years</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://portgordonharbour.org/More-about-Gala-Day">See more of What's on by clicking here</a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-81642462590277511222011-07-01T07:46:00.001+01:002011-07-01T07:47:31.933+01:00Visitor Statistics<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>Latest Website Visitor Statistics</strong></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqF-8hXPBGrVheFNbaDqwwUv33fTjwxo6w-TxAtpeGle5FmutrsbB9vQmuxvJwGGDxpxqxN7tqvw1H7HSUm5xPB-kHO8GQJbFecN1-NmANfOo3n1qj9VODqMyj2wElxXUMM6RRJAQPUvw/s1600/June+2011+stats+chart.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="196" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqF-8hXPBGrVheFNbaDqwwUv33fTjwxo6w-TxAtpeGle5FmutrsbB9vQmuxvJwGGDxpxqxN7tqvw1H7HSUm5xPB-kHO8GQJbFecN1-NmANfOo3n1qj9VODqMyj2wElxXUMM6RRJAQPUvw/s320/June+2011+stats+chart.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">click to enlarge</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://portgordonharbour.org/Visitor-Statistics">for more details about the statistics visit our website - click here</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Another record for the month of June. Up 48% on last years June figure. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We have increased our capacity on the main website to allow more photographic content, even so we have to be careful because photo's are so memory hungry there is a limit to what can be put on. We get around this in part by reducing the size and quality of the images. We may address this by creating an on-line album in 'Flickr' or some similar hosting organisation - that's one for the future. In the meantime thank you for looking at this 'Blog' and also for visiting our main website at <a href="http://www.portgordonharbour.org/">www.portgordonharbour.org</a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-48282441592126587262011-06-23T09:05:00.000+01:002011-06-23T09:05:08.555+01:00Highland Dancers at the Gala<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><strong>Highland Dancing at Portgordon Gala</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you were at last years gala you couldn't fail to have enjoyed the display by these dancers</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It's great to have this type of display as a feature of our Gala Day. it just adds so much</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The programme of events is coming together and you can see the latest news by clicking the link below</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.portgordonharbour.org/Charity-Raft-Race-Gala-Day-2011">please click here to see the latest news on Gala Day</a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-42990563619709930462011-06-20T19:31:00.000+01:002011-06-20T19:31:41.178+01:00Childrens Fancy Dress Competition & Parade<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: red; font-size: large;"><strong>A Fantastic Day for the Kids</strong></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Last year the Fancy Dress competition reached new heights. It was great for the kids and their families and also the waiting crowd as the children were led to the Gala Site (from the Village Hall) by Strathisla Pipe Band</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGMJKLdwCCH8SMKiJL8ev0dd_I3b0NX1QUB5qzpg8KY7RKabiFrjXih4Y2MmLOVZXjIoJI3PCyvt0756zAhfVFJe-ZFJEVwgcz-C9YZkedJBBlweR5rL2nrWcCOivU_VpvPLkdb5rNhQA/s1600/DSC_0109+%2528640x428%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="214" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGMJKLdwCCH8SMKiJL8ev0dd_I3b0NX1QUB5qzpg8KY7RKabiFrjXih4Y2MmLOVZXjIoJI3PCyvt0756zAhfVFJe-ZFJEVwgcz-C9YZkedJBBlweR5rL2nrWcCOivU_VpvPLkdb5rNhQA/s320/DSC_0109+%2528640x428%2529.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">click to enlarge</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Proud families and relatives watched as the parade made it's way along the route accompanied by Mickey and Minnie Mouse</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtvok9rgL0LmiXnp2KTlNmuhAdNh-HGQRt_bOU3Mj93OXpCz27EKsCmOfoQyI5sVRXLS1pMCFUZ8HB6W0jUdLRxfvAEe44ffQSsHpwCp0PXoDmnMb7gCuMcAhw7LHznMYXETZzaP_Ym6U/s1600/Mickey+-+Minnie.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtvok9rgL0LmiXnp2KTlNmuhAdNh-HGQRt_bOU3Mj93OXpCz27EKsCmOfoQyI5sVRXLS1pMCFUZ8HB6W0jUdLRxfvAEe44ffQSsHpwCp0PXoDmnMb7gCuMcAhw7LHznMYXETZzaP_Ym6U/s1600/Mickey+-+Minnie.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.portgordonharbour.org/More-about-Gala-Day">for more about Gala Day - follow this link</a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-80700479978560577332011-06-12T19:15:00.000+01:002011-06-12T19:15:50.110+01:00See Portgordon on Google Earth<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: large;">Google Earth</span></div><br />
<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Portgordon</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Join us in Portgordon for what promises to be a fantastic day for all the family</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">There was some disappointment last year when the joint exercise didn't take place due the the Sea King being unavailable due to an emergency, although the crew were kind enough to do a fly-by on the way back to base - The lifeboat came as planned and played it's part in what was described as the best Gala yet - we were helped by having fine weather. Lets hope for more of the same this year</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Portgordon Charity Raft Race and Gala Day is organised each year by</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Portgordon Community Harbour Group</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-57164364406521347422011-06-06T08:07:00.002+01:002011-06-06T08:48:40.756+01:00Charity Raft Race<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>Come along and watch the fun unfold as participants try to win the £100 prize for charity</strong></div><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Always a great crowd pleaser - A crew from Buckie Fire Station won last year and as a result the Firefighters Benevolent Fund was richer by £100 - will they be back to defend their title this year - you'll have to wait and see</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">it's not just about winning though as taking part is a way of having some fun with friends and of course there's the challenge of making a raft - just the thing to be doing on these lighter evenings</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The day promises to be full of fun so make sure you bring the family along to the day when we will endeavour to provide something for all</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://portgordonharbour.org/Charity-Raft-Race-Gala-Day-2011">A look at the provisional programme for the day - click here</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-63999509259776836542011-06-04T13:10:00.002+01:002011-06-04T13:15:33.375+01:00Help wanted<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="background-color: white; color: blue; font-size: large;"><strong>Can you spare some time to help with Gala Day?</strong></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-Bx_z84dz37wHclUPPhT7mPGMJtA4SkK0PAL143322hYriSwe2cHD6sE863xJUqrrkdpveHQgGFVyfXJAg9kEPiw1t-z6B8O0xwb0kCDEz3PbkRojO36V2QmNLGGAvH7s0LGg6UoW2dw/s1600/we+need+you+%2528FILEminimizer%2529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-Bx_z84dz37wHclUPPhT7mPGMJtA4SkK0PAL143322hYriSwe2cHD6sE863xJUqrrkdpveHQgGFVyfXJAg9kEPiw1t-z6B8O0xwb0kCDEz3PbkRojO36V2QmNLGGAvH7s0LGg6UoW2dw/s320/we+need+you+%2528FILEminimizer%2529.jpg" width="242" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">If you can spare us a little of your time it would be very much appreciated - we are a small but dedicated team and more hands are always welcome</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.portgordonharbour.org/Organising-Gala-Day">Have a look at the latest page on our website - 'Organising Gala Day'</a></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-24018719307079965422011-04-12T07:01:00.000+01:002011-04-12T07:01:41.184+01:00Visitor Statistics<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><strong>A steady start to the year</strong></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlRUoqNT0IsYS1sqRhdyA8YATh_O4xOBEf1uzH6ZhvE7hCk1bWR-D4aOMeFnYLWGZ4ZNTPGT81FLnRyI088zCuSnfqMaMOUKZyAX91beLg2xbnwoXHTm2LtbjfitrLXWbYo69Zt3NZcaA/s1600/Website+stats+April+2011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="196" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlRUoqNT0IsYS1sqRhdyA8YATh_O4xOBEf1uzH6ZhvE7hCk1bWR-D4aOMeFnYLWGZ4ZNTPGT81FLnRyI088zCuSnfqMaMOUKZyAX91beLg2xbnwoXHTm2LtbjfitrLXWbYo69Zt3NZcaA/s320/Website+stats+April+2011.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">click to enlarge</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thank you for looking at this page</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Please go to our main website by clicking the link below</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.portgordonharbour.org/Visitor-Statistics">click here to visit our website</a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1324145092130031011.post-70351579368175669252011-04-11T10:35:00.001+01:002011-04-11T10:36:02.663+01:00Annual General Meeting 2011<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>PORTGORDON COMMUNITY HARBOUR GROUP LTD. AGM</strong> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Will be held on </div><div style="text-align: center;">Wednesday the 4th of May 2011 </div><div style="text-align: center;">at 7.30pm in the <br />
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</div><div style="text-align: center;">Everyone welcome. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">Come along and here of the progress being made with our plans for the harbour. </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div style="text-align: center;">All nominees for office-bearer positions must be notified to the Assistant Secretary by Monday 25th April 2010. </div><div style="text-align: center;">Noel McGuile, Assistant Secretary, 1 Shore Street, Portgordon, AB56 5RW. Tel 01542 839448 </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br />
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