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22/05/2009

Tullibody Library's To Get Official Re-opening

Clackmannanshire councillor George Matchett will officially re-open the refurbished Tullibody Library on Wednesday 27th May.

Refurbishment work totalling £10,000 took place in March and included painting, new flooring and new shelving.

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The refurbished library now also features artwork on the walls by local artists.

Councillor Matchett said: "Tullibody library is now a far more welcoming place for visitors thanks to the refurbishment and the addition of local artwork to the walls. It is also a better environment for the staff too."

(GK/BMcc)

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