We must save Cowdenbeath

Sir, – In regards to Bob Taylor’s letter to The Courier about Cowdenbeath, “Town in urgent need of revival” (January 2), I completely agree with all he says and more.

I have been trying every which way I can to change/alter or force the council to give information regarding the condition of our High Street.

Our nickname – the “Chicago of Fife” – was given to us approximately 120 years ago.

It was intended for townsfolk to have civic pride in their town, especially when Town House was built, and all the wide pavements made it feel more like a the ‘city’.

I have bombarded councils, councillors and the media about the special need to protect our Town House, as it is also a listed building.

I too feel like Mr Taylor. It is as if the council and authorities are forgetting about Cowdenbeath.

Painting murals and shop shutters is a waste of time and money. It just makes it look as if they care and are making an effort.

The most obvious and, actually, cheapest things to achieve are not being done. My years of making suggestions to council, and through the media, have resulted in nothing.

You feel as though they are going to let Cowdenbeath die. Towns around us seem to be boosted – why ignore Cowdenbeath? It deserves priority attention.

There is no excuse for promises of work that aren’t delivered, and yet another paint job.

Our priority should be to restore Cowdenbeath. No false promises any more.

Maureen Kennedy. 14 Thistle Street, Cowdenbeath.