Frank Heggie was a ‘well-kent’ Bo’ness character.  Often seen in the Town Centre in his tartan plaid.  Love for Frank was demonstrated on the day of his funeral when the bench on which he often sat  was covered in floral tributes.  St. Andrew’s Church was full - and Streets throughout the town lined by mourners.

Avon Hall was built in 1878 to the design of James M MacLaren for the timber merchant John Fairley.   It was restored in 2019.

Lizzie Jakub served as a crossing patrol guard in the area for many years and is fondly thought of in the area having passed away in recent years.

Muirsyde was a local place name recovered from a historic map.

The early maps identify the area as dedicated to Coal Mining and there was a Boxland Pit locally

Linda Lourie was a School Support Worker at the Bo’ness Public School for many years. She ran the school football team and was also involved in running football competitions. She was also heavily involved with the Bo’ness Fair and assisted the Fair Executive with planning for the fair day.