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Lanarkshire business holding third annual Toy Drive in aid of kids at Christmas
A big-hearted Lanarkshire business is asking for a children’s Christmas gift as payment for luxury car washes at a special…
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Rotarians continued to donate to a host of good causes throughout the pandemic
The Rotary Club of Rutherglen marked a welcome return to regular, in-person meetings with a fascinating insight into all things…
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Lanarkshire family’s heart break as baby girl diagnosed with brain tumour
The parents of a baby girl who might only have weeks to live have told how an un-usual eye movement…
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First apartments set to be released to homeowners at luxury Lanarkshire location
The first apartments at Jackton’s Sequoia Meadows are set to be released to homebuyers. The award-winning homebuilder, CALA Homes, currently…
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Obligation to attend Sunday Mass to be reinstated across parishes in Lanarkshire
The obligation to attend Sunday Mass is being reinstated across Catholic parishes across Lanarkshire. In a “Pastoral Letter to the…
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Active Schools programme scoops Bikeability Scotland’s Annual Achievement Award
North Lanarkshire Active Schools is geared up for success after it was recognised with the prestigious Annual Achievement Award from…
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Lanarkshire community heroes honoured to switch on Christmas lights
It was an extra special occasion for Hamilton’s annual Christmas lights switch on event last weekend. Instead of pulling in…
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Lanarkshire business rep celebrated at Scotland Loves Local Awards
The work of one of Lanarkshire ‘s leaders in the community was celebrated at the Scotland Loves Local Awards. Hamilton…
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Lanarkshire band head on first sold-out tour and say recent support is amazing
A band from Hamilton who have been best friends for 15 years have said that the last two years have…
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New College Lanarkshire honours its graduating students during awards ceremonies
Hundreds of great graduates from New College Lanarkshire celebrated completing their studies during three glittering ceremonies at Glasgow Royal Concert…
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MSP welcomes new financial support for families of children with disability
Local MSP Máiri McAllan says the Scottish Government’s rollout of financial support for families of children with a disability is…
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Thug admits botched fire attack on Lanarkshire beauty salon
A thug suffered serious burns in a fire attack on a Hamilton beauty salon. Alexander Bill claimed he was paid…
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More than 1000 items donated to Lanarkshire Winter Clothing Appeal
More than 1100 pre-loved items were donated to South Lanarkshire Council’s 2021 winter clothing campaign. And now thousands of nearly…
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Tory MSP to lead debate on ‘short-sighted’ EK rail track U-turn in Parly
A Conservative MSP will lead a debate in the Scottish Parliament next month, following the announcement that the EK rail…
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Pupils invited to online anti-bullying event by Lanarkshire MP
School pupils from East Kilbride participated in the online Anti-Bullying Week event alongside Dr Lisa Cameron MP. The SNP MP…
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Gymnastics classes return to popular Lanarskhire venue after almost two years
Gymnastics classes are set to return to the Time Capsule after an absence of almost two years. The Coatbridge venue…
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Lanarkshire eSports group helps organise tournament that sees 8000 trees planted
A Wishaw-based youth group helped organise an online gaming tournament that will see more than 8000 trees planted. The Brave…
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MOVIE REVIEW: We reveal if reboot Home Sweet Home Alone is worth your time
Any sequel or reboot carries an element of risk – but when it’s a fresh spin on a beloved family…
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Power supply problems sees work on busy Lanarkshire road crossing delayed
An East Kilbride councillor is calling on Amey to complete work on a busy pedestrian crossing as soon as possible.…
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Elderly man is left scarred after neighbour attacks him with a spade
An elderly man has been left with scars after his neighbour battered him with a spade. Jim Stevenson confronted the…
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Blantyre restaurant ranks number one on Trip Advisor
Carrigan’s Blantyre has come out on top of the pile, based on customer reviews on Trip Advisor. The popular restaurant…
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Lanarkshire woman aims to make video podcasting more accessible for deaf people
A woman from Motherwell is hoping to raise awareness and inspire people with her new podcast. Cheryl Devlin, 34, was…
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Outlander film studios bought over by US investment partners
Film studios in Cumbernauld used in the filming of blockbuster movie Avengers: Infinity War and which are the home of…
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MP urges Prime Minister to back Acquired Brain Injury Bill
East Kilbride, Strathaven and Lesmahagow MP, Dr Lisa Cameron, urged the Prime Minister to back an Acquired Brian Injury Bill.…
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North Lanarkshire Council open market home purchase scheme hits huge milestone
A scheme delivering additional council homes has hit a new milestone with a 500th property being purchased. North Lanarkshire Council,…
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Pranksters come forward following Lanarkshire restaurant’s ‘whodunnit’ appeal
Eye-eye! It would seem that the sneaky but fun-loving bandits who struck – or should that be stuck – at…
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Space to Play campaigners continue fight to have vital parks reinstated
A petition calling on South Lanarkshire Council to give children “Space to Play” has been rejected. The removal of Hazelhead…
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Locals warned as suspicious driver follows young couple on quiet road
A Lanarkshire man is telling locals to be on high alert amidst reports of a “suspicious” driver tailgating people in…
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Murder bid at EK shopping centre leaves residents living in fear
A murder bid at an East Kilbride shopping centre has left residents fearing for their safety. Police have remained on…
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Hermes driver sacked after being caught ‘dumping’ parcels in Scots forest
A Hermes delivery driver has been sacked after he was caught ‘dumping’ customers’ parcels in a forest by a Scots…
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Lanarkshire residents plagued with discoloured water problems again
Hamilton residents turned on their taps last night to discover dark brown water as firefighters made use of the local…
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BREAKING: Lanarkshire stabbing now being treated as attempted murder
Police in East Kilbride are treating a stabbing in the town as attempted murder. We told you earlier how a…
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Lanarkshire organisations encouraged by cash boost from ‘love local’ initiative
A number of organisations in Lanarkshire have secured a share of £1.5 million from the Scotland Loves Local Fund. The…
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Payback order for repeat Lanarkshire offender who threatened cops
A repeat offender has been slammed for his threatening behaviour towards the police. Officers wanted to speak to Gary Fernon…
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Largescale police presence in Lanarkshire town after suspected stabbing
Police remain on the scene in East Kilbride this morning after reports of a stabbing in the town. Lanarkshire Live…
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North Lanarkshire care home residents get connected thanks to new project
Residents in care homes across North Lanarkshire have been supported in getting online thanks to a project run by the…
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Lanarkshire park named as one of the top ten in UK once again
A South Lanarkshire park has once again been named one of the best in the whole of the UK. At…
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M&Ds Theme Park transforms into ‘Destination Christmas’ with magical Circus
M&Ds Theme Park in Motherwell is set to launch ‘Destination Christmas’ this Friday, offering a festive feast of family entertainment.…
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Holy Cross High School joins the ‘5 Day Kindness Challenge’
Pupils at Holy Cross High School in Hamilton participated in the national ‘5 days of Kindness’ campaign during Anti-Bullying Week…
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Lanarkshire MSP welcomes extra funding to help households save on heating bills
East Kilbride MSP Collette Stevenson has welcomed extra financial support to help people save on heating bills this winter. It…
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Council warns parents about safety of advent calendar with fidget toys
Parents are being warned about the safety of an advent calendar containing fidget toys which has been on sale in…
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Lanarkshire college student wins prestigious ‘Great British Slate Off’ contest
South Lanarkshire College roof slating and tiling student, Jordan Maley, has scooped top prize at a prestigious competition. Jordan was…
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Lanarkshire mum’s desperate plea to secure life saving cannabis oil
A Lanarkshire mum has told of having to ‘live out of a suitcase’ in a bid to access medicinal cannabis…
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Tip-off to cops help to trap Lanarkshire drug dealer
A tip-off about a drug dealer named John who drove a red car led to police seizing cocaine and cannabis…
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Teenager caught with indecent images claims he’s not a paedophile
A man caught with indecent images of children as young as one told police he wasn’t a paedophile. John McKay…
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New Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament elected for North Lanarkshire
North Lanarkshire has new Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament (MSYPs). Over the past month, young people aged 12-to-25 got…
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Council refuses application to sell Jock Stein Centre to Blantyre Soccer Academy
South Lanarkshire Council has refused an application for the Jock Stein Centre to be sold to Blantyre Soccer Academy. The…
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Bumper boost from council to set up new Men’s Shed in Lanarkshire
Bothwell and Uddingston Men’s Shed has been handed a cash boost of £1500 to help with start-up costs. Councillors at…
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Lanarkshire politician challenges Tory MSPs’ move to end pensions triple lock
Airdrie & Shotts MP Anum Qaisar has challenged Central Scotland’s three Tory MSPs to explain whether they support their party’s…
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Lanarkshire actor Mark Bonnar explores his dad’s new town art for TV show
A well-known Lanarkshire actor is preparing to make his presenting debut by finding out more about Scotland’s new towns, including…
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