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Protecting your data

Published: Friday, 23 August 2024

South Lanarkshire Council is taking part in a national exercise to beat fraud.

Overnight closures along A72 Lanark Road at Dalserf

Overnight closures along A72 Lanark Road at Dalserf

Published: Monday, 29 July 2024

Resurfacing works on the A72 Lanark Road from Garrion Bridge to Rosebank are set to get underway this weekend.

Pipers make Betty’s 100th that bit more special

Pipers make Betty’s 100th that bit more special

Published: Wednesday, 24 July 2024

To make Betty Neil’s 100th birthday even more special not one but four pipers helped her get the celebrations underway.

Funding boost will support women in need

Funding boost will support women in need

Published: Monday, 22 July 2024

A group in Blantyre has received £4000 to support the lives of women, boosting their confidence and improving self-esteem.

Council leader welcomes seniors back to East Kilbride

Council leader welcomes seniors back to East Kilbride

Published: Friday, 19 July 2024

South Lanarkshire Older People’s Assembly returned to East Kilbride last month for the first time since the Covid-19 pandemic.

Funding boost helps toddlers group provide more support

Funding boost helps toddlers group provide more support

Published: Thursday, 18 July 2024

A toddlers group has received £2500 to help expand the support they can provide to parents and carers with children under five.

Parent council gets £1500 books boost thanks to community wish list

Parent council gets £1500 books boost thanks to community wish list

Published: Wednesday, 17 July 2024

A parent council hoping for more books for the school library has had their request come true thanks to the Community Wish List.

£330,000 boost to improve playparks

£330,000 boost to improve playparks

Published: Friday, 24 May 2024

A funding programme to improve playpark accessibility for all children is to get underway initially in the Larkhall area.

Rural road litter clearing campaign moving to East Kilbride

Rural road litter clearing campaign moving to East Kilbride

Published: Tuesday, 02 April 2024

Our clean-up teams will be clearing litter and thoughtlessly discarded waste along rural roads in East Kilbride from tomorrow.

Love of dancing first steps to 60 years of marriage

Love of dancing first steps to 60 years of marriage

Published: Wednesday, 13 March 2024

Diamond couple Bill and Jessie Mitchell stepped up to the alter after a mutual love of dancing brought them together.

Ballot to be held for proposal to introduce Discover Lanark BID

Ballot to be held for proposal to introduce Discover Lanark BID

Published: Wednesday, 17 January 2024

Businesses across Lanark are to be balloted about the renewal of the area’s Business Improvement District (BID).

Positive report for St Ninian’s Primary School

Positive report for St Ninian’s Primary School

Published: Monday, 04 December 2023

St Ninian’s Primary School has been praised in an Education Scotland report following a visit by a team of HMIe inspectors.

Majestic couple cruise into diamond wedding year

Majestic couple cruise into diamond wedding year

Published: Monday, 30 October 2023

Globetrotting couple Tom and Marion Hill have set sail on a cruise on the high seas to celebrate 60 years of marriage.

Mary celebrates 100 years living in Hamilton

Mary celebrates 100 years living in Hamilton

Published: Friday, 27 October 2023

Mary Blair has been celebrating her 100th birthday in John Smith Court in the town she has called home her entire life.

Strathaven resident on a high after moving into new flat

Strathaven resident on a high after moving into new flat

Published: Monday, 23 October 2023

A lady who brought up her family in Strathaven before moving away for many years is delighted to be back in the town she loves.

Beat the Street Clydesdale enters Go Travel phase

Beat the Street Clydesdale enters Go Travel phase

Published: Friday, 13 October 2023

More than 6,200 people have already taken to the streets of South Lanarkshire since the game launched across the area last month

Tom still in tune at 100

Tom still in tune at 100

Published: Friday, 13 October 2023

Thomas Small has celebrated his 100th birthday in the same house he has lived in for 75 years.

Childhood sweethearts celebrate Diamond Wedding Anniversary

Childhood sweethearts celebrate Diamond Wedding Anniversary

Published: Wednesday, 11 October 2023

Everyone said it would never last, but Hamilton couple John and Frances O’Neill are still married 60 years on.

100th birthday puts Janet at top of the class

100th birthday puts Janet at top of the class

Published: Monday, 09 October 2023

Retired teacher Janet Scott was a class act as her extended family gathered to celebrate her centenary.

Views sought on how to deliver better community services

Views sought on how to deliver better community services

Published: Tuesday, 03 October 2023

South Lanarkshire community planning partnership is seeking everyone’s views on what decisions can be made to improve our area.

60 years of marriage still music to their ears

60 years of marriage still music to their ears

Published: Friday, 29 September 2023

Charlie and Greta Young first met over an incident with music being played too loud on the radio.

WOW challenge underway at Crawforddyke

WOW challenge underway at Crawforddyke

Published: Friday, 22 September 2023

Pupils at Crawforddyke Primary School have started the new school year on the right foot.

One wedding leads to another for Diamond couple

One wedding leads to another for Diamond couple

Published: Wednesday, 20 September 2023

A first date at a wedding ended up leading to 60 years of married bliss for a Hamilton couple.

Leadhills Community Council seeking new members

Leadhills Community Council seeking new members

Published: Thursday, 24 August 2023

Nominations are now being sought for anyone wishing to stand for election to the Leadhills Community Council.

Improvement works continue on Hamilton’s Low Patrick Street

Improvement works continue on Hamilton’s Low Patrick Street

Published: Monday, 31 July 2023

The second phase of major improvement works to the road surface of Low Patrick Street, Hamilton, gets underway this weekend.

Ladyboys are back in town next month

Ladyboys are back in town next month

Published: Friday, 21 July 2023

Lanark Memorial Hall is hosting the spectacular Ladyboys of Bangkok on Thursday 3 August.

Ireland: The Show is coming to Lanark

Ireland: The Show is coming to Lanark

Published: Wednesday, 19 July 2023

Lanark Memorial Hall is hosting the unmissable production of Ireland: The Show – as seen already by more than 250,000 people.

More than £4000 grants awarded to community groups

More than £4000 grants awarded to community groups

Published: Tuesday, 18 July 2023

The council’s Clydesdale Area Committee has awarded its latest batch of community grants following its most recent meeting.

Council HQ remains closed for Scottish Power repairs

Council HQ remains closed for Scottish Power repairs

Published: Friday, 14 July 2023

The building will remain closed for a second week so Scottish Power Energy Networks can complete its essential maintenance.

Scotland’s Pink Floyd coming to memorial hall

Scotland’s Pink Floyd coming to memorial hall

Published: Wednesday, 12 July 2023

MacFloyd return to Lanark Memorial Hall with a special showcasing of 50 years of Pink Floyd's The Dark Side of the Moon.

Ella celebrates her centenary

Ella celebrates her centenary

Published: Monday, 10 July 2023

A well-travelled lady has celebrated her 100th birthday at Croftbank Care Home in Uddingston.

Well-travelled Nett celebrates her centenary in style

Well-travelled Nett celebrates her centenary in style

Published: Monday, 06 March 2023

Miss Janet (Nett) Gillan has celebrated her 100th birthday chatting with friends and family at a special lunch in her honour.

Clydesdale to be next focus for rural road litter clearing

Clydesdale to be next focus for rural road litter clearing

Published: Friday, 24 February 2023

Litter clearing teams will be working on and around roads in Clydesdale over the next fortnight.

Diamond occasion for couple steeped in the Royal Burgh

Diamond occasion for couple steeped in the Royal Burgh

Published: Tuesday, 21 February 2023

A Lanark couple whose roots are firmly set in the local area have celebrated their diamond wedding anniversary.

Find out how Common Sense can help prevent fire-raising

Find out how Common Sense can help prevent fire-raising

Published: Monday, 13 February 2023

Eddlewood residents can find out how to help make their area safer amidst warnings of rising numbers of fires being started.

Nominations sought for Uddingston Community Council

Nominations sought for Uddingston Community Council

Published: Monday, 13 February 2023

Nominations are now being sought for anyone wishing to stand for election to the Uddingston Community Council.

Cinema memories coming to Low Parks Museum

Cinema memories coming to Low Parks Museum

Published: Friday, 20 January 2023

The National Library of Scotland is touring again with its display - Going to the Pictures, Scotland’s memories of cinema.

Five generations join Betty for her 100th birthday

Five generations join Betty for her 100th birthday

Published: Wednesday, 18 January 2023

Elizabeth Hutchison Paterson was born on 13 January 1923 in London Street, Larkhall.

Beat the Street reports a success in East Kilbride

Beat the Street reports a success in East Kilbride

Published: Friday, 13 January 2023

The return in 2022 of the popular physical activity game to East Kilbride has been a success according to a post-game report.

My life in football - an evening with Gordon Strachan

My life in football - an evening with Gordon Strachan

Published: Monday, 05 December 2022

Now is an ideal time to get the perfect Christmas gift for your favourite family football fanatic.

60 years of marriage is snow problem for Mary and Norman

60 years of marriage is snow problem for Mary and Norman

Published: Thursday, 01 December 2022

When Mary and Norman Woods got married in 1962 it really was quite a battle to get to the church on time.

Maw Goose panto eggstravaganza

Maw Goose panto eggstravaganza

Published: Wednesday, 30 November 2022

There is still time to get your tickets for another hit family panto at Lanark Memorial Hall next weekend.

How Victim Support Scotland can help

How Victim Support Scotland can help

Published: Tuesday, 29 November 2022

Have your reported antisocial behaviour to South Lanarkshire Council?

Diamond couple’s love has grown since their first dance

Diamond couple’s love has grown since their first dance

Published: Tuesday, 29 November 2022

Dorothy and Leo Clifford first met on the crowded floor of Hamilton’s hugely popular Trocadero in 1958.

Christmas Memorial Service returns in December

Christmas Memorial Service returns in December

Published: Thursday, 17 November 2022

The Christmas Memorial Service will be held again at South Lanarkshire Crematorium on Sunday 4 December 2022.

Gordon’s Rutherglen roots stretch back 100 years

Gordon’s Rutherglen roots stretch back 100 years

Published: Wednesday, 16 November 2022

A Rutherglen man could not have been closer to his roots when he celebrated his 100th birthday.

Diamond couple made all the right moves

Diamond couple made all the right moves

Published: Tuesday, 08 November 2022

Jim and Anna Drain first met when they were 17 at St Francis Church Hall in the Gorbals in Glasgow.

Diamond couple met during a fair bus trip

Diamond couple met during a fair bus trip

Published: Monday, 17 October 2022

Harry and Nan Franklin had no idea when they got on the same bus that they would still be together more than 60 years later.

Diamond couple content with garden centre visits

Diamond couple content with garden centre visits

Published: Thursday, 13 October 2022

Mary and David Stark were joined by Provost Margaret Cooper and Deputy Lord Lieutenant Shuming Kong to celebrate their big day.

Surprise visit as couple celebrates 60 years of marriage

Surprise visit as couple celebrates 60 years of marriage

Published: Friday, 07 October 2022

Feiona and Andy Brown were at home celebrating their Diamond Wedding when there was a knock at the door.

Two community councils looking for new members

Two community councils looking for new members

Published: Thursday, 06 October 2022

Nominations are now being sought for anyone wishing to stand for election to the Burnside and Cambuslang Community Councils.

Chance to join Carstairs Community Council

Chance to join Carstairs Community Council

Published: Wednesday, 05 October 2022

Nominations are now being sought for anyone wishing to stand for election to the Carstairs Community Council.

Diamonds are forever as couple celebrate wedding anniversary

Diamonds are forever as couple celebrate wedding anniversary

Published: Friday, 30 September 2022

The McCallums have had plenty thrills over the last 60 years but spying has never been on the agenda. Intrigued – then read on…

No puzzle as to why Bill and Betty are still driving forward after 60 years

No puzzle as to why Bill and Betty are still driving forward after 60 years

Published: Wednesday, 28 September 2022

Bill and Betty Kearins are still puzzling away after 60 years of marriage but they first got together over a tin of food.

Army of young road safety recruits grows in South Lanarkshire

Army of young road safety recruits grows in South Lanarkshire

Published: Friday, 23 September 2022

Pupils from across South Lanarkshire have been finding out what a Junior Road Safety Officer’s job is all about.

Beat the Street launched in East Kilbride

Beat the Street launched in East Kilbride

Published: Tuesday, 20 September 2022

Beat the Street East Kilbride has now launched with 12% of the area's population already signed up for the challenge.

Beat the Street coming to East Kilbride next week

Beat the Street coming to East Kilbride next week

Published: Thursday, 08 September 2022

The popular physical activity game Beat the Street gets underway in East Kilbride on Wednesday 14 September.

Low Parks Museum awarded £36K for Sir Harry Lauder exhibition

Low Parks Museum awarded £36K for Sir Harry Lauder exhibition

Published: Thursday, 25 August 2022

Low Parks Museum in Hamilton is one of five museums and galleries across Scotland to be awarded key funding.

East Kilbride is set to Beat the Street again

East Kilbride is set to Beat the Street again

Published: Wednesday, 24 August 2022

The giant Beat the Street physical activity game is returning to East Kilbride.

Little Red Riding Hood and Friends

Little Red Riding Hood and Friends

Published: Tuesday, 23 August 2022

Tradition is left far behind in this fast, funny show at East Kilbride Arts Centre next month.

Five groups awarded almost £2300 for community activities

Five groups awarded almost £2300 for community activities

Published: Monday, 22 August 2022

Councillors awarded £2292 in community grants to five groups from across the area at the most recent Clydesdale Area Committee.

Law changes today regarding free period products

Law changes today regarding free period products

Published: Monday, 15 August 2022

The law ensuring that period products are free of charge in certain settings across Scotland comes into force today.

Social Workers in the running for national awards

Social Workers in the running for national awards

Published: Thursday, 11 August 2022

Two of our Social Workers have reached the finals of this year’s Scottish Social Services Awards.

Three parks in South Lanarkshire awarded Green Flags again this year

Three parks in South Lanarkshire awarded Green Flags again this year

Published: Wednesday, 03 August 2022

Environmental charity Keep Scotland Beautiful has announced that three of our parks have been presented with a Green Flag Award.

Another chance to meet the dinosaurs

Another chance to meet the dinosaurs

Published: Friday, 29 July 2022

Due to phenomenal demand another time has been added to catch the “The Greatest Prehistoric Show on Earth”.

General elections to be held for all Community Councils

General elections to be held for all Community Councils

Published: Friday, 29 July 2022

The next General Election for all established Community Councils across South Lanarkshire will be held on Thursday 27 October.

Work set to get underway to safely reinstate Mousemill Road to traffic

Work set to get underway to safely reinstate Mousemill Road to traffic

Published: Thursday, 28 July 2022

Work to strengthen the roadside retaining wall on Mousemill Road, Kirkfieldbank adjacent to Mouse Mill gets underway next week.

Nominations sought for Coalburn Community Council

Nominations sought for Coalburn Community Council

Published: Wednesday, 06 July 2022

Following a valid petition to form a Community Council for Coalburn, nominations to stand for election are still being accepted.

Scottish Water to carry out urgent sewer work in East Kilbride

Scottish Water to carry out urgent sewer work in East Kilbride

Published: Monday, 04 July 2022

Scottish Water will be doing essential work under Mavor Avenue to improve the local sewer network and protect against flooding.

Apply now for new Adult Disability Payment

Apply now for new Adult Disability Payment

Published: Wednesday, 29 June 2022

South Lanarkshire residents can now apply for the Scottish Government’s Adult Disability Payment.

Business Excellence Awards finalists announced

Business Excellence Awards finalists announced

Published: Tuesday, 21 June 2022

The finalists in the 2022 Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards have been announced.

Strathaven event signals fresh start for Women in Business

Strathaven event signals fresh start for Women in Business

Published: Tuesday, 31 May 2022

It’s been a challenging two years, particularly for women juggling caring, employment and business commitments.

South Lanarkshire woodlands included in nationwide network

South Lanarkshire woodlands included in nationwide network

Published: Tuesday, 03 May 2022

Chatelherault Country Park has been named in a nationwide network of Ancient Woodlands, and trees, dedicated to The Queen.

Music festival to take over Chatelherault

Music festival to take over Chatelherault

Published: Friday, 29 April 2022

It will be a great day for music fans at Chatelherault this Saturday.

Webinars aim to transform local businesses

Webinars aim to transform local businesses

Published: Thursday, 14 April 2022

A series of free digital webinars has been set up to help local firms transform their business and thrive in the digital world.

Everyone urged to use easy sustainable travel option

Everyone urged to use easy sustainable travel option

Published: Wednesday, 13 April 2022

Cambuslang commuters are being urged to take advantage of the park and ride facility on their doorstep.

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Breakfast with the Easter Bunny

Published: Friday, 01 April 2022

Mornings will never be the same after you’ve sat down to a full breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Chatelherault Country Park.

Want to have an awesome time with Mr Fibbers?

Want to have an awesome time with Mr Fibbers?

Published: Wednesday, 16 March 2022

After performing sold out shows across Scotland, Mr Fibbers is back to rock the house down at the East Kilbride Arts Centre.

Roy and Buddy tribute coming to East Kilbride Village Theatre

Roy and Buddy tribute coming to East Kilbride Village Theatre

Published: Friday, 11 March 2022

‘Through the Decades with Roy Orbison and Buddy Holly’ will be Rockin' and Rollin' on the Village stage next week.

Provost presents community awards to local heroes

Provost presents community awards to local heroes

Published: Friday, 11 March 2022

Provost Ian McAllan was delighted to be able to present volunteers with their Community Awards at a second ceremony yesterday.

Horse will celebrate 30 years of a classic album in Lanark

Horse will celebrate 30 years of a classic album in Lanark

Published: Friday, 11 March 2022

Lanark will welcome one of its own when Horse McDonald plays the Memorial Hall this month.

Grant is a real beauty for first-time student

Grant is a real beauty for first-time student

Published: Friday, 11 March 2022

When Laura Campbell left Strathaven Academy she was delighted to be going to South Lanarkshire College to study Beauty Therapy.

Unsung heroes recognised at Provost’s community awards

Unsung heroes recognised at Provost’s community awards

Published: Friday, 25 February 2022

Volunteers from across South Lanarkshire have been recognised for their outstanding achievements especially during the pandemic.

Little Fix set to mix it up in Lanark

Little Fix set to mix it up in Lanark

Published: Tuesday, 01 February 2022

The UK’s official No1 Little Mix Tribute Band is coming to Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 12 February.

Little Match Girl heading for Chatelherault Country Park

Little Match Girl heading for Chatelherault Country Park

Published: Friday, 17 December 2021

There is still time to join the Little Match Girl on a magical journey, filled with live music, puppetry and multimedia fun.

Royal Oak construction team ready to go

Royal Oak construction team ready to go

Published: Friday, 03 December 2021

The long-awaited rebirth of a derelict, eyesore site in the centre of Lanark will begin in earnest early in the new year.

Do you think 20’s plenty?

Do you think 20’s plenty?

Published: Wednesday, 20 October 2021

We want to hear your thoughts on reduced speed limits that were brought in during the pandemic.

Sun shines on Strathaven airfield after windfarm boost

Sun shines on Strathaven airfield after windfarm boost

Published: Wednesday, 30 June 2021

Strathaven airfield has been awarded windfarm funding to help with its green energy plans for its more sustainable future.

Repair work to Tolbooth in Lanark thanks to Common Good Fund

Repair work to Tolbooth in Lanark thanks to Common Good Fund

Published: Wednesday, 09 June 2021

Work to repair dampness at the landmark Tolbooth building in Lanark has been given the green light.

 Grant awards for kids club and community groups

Grant awards for kids club and community groups

Published: Wednesday, 24 February 2021

Rutherglen and Cambuslang councillors held a virtual meeting this week to approve new community grants.

How renewables are helping fund community resilience

How renewables are helping fund community resilience

Published: Monday, 23 November 2020

Community benefit funds from renewable energy are helping support South Lanarkshire's third sector in response to the pandemic.

Investment to ease roads pressure at Tinto

Investment to ease roads pressure at Tinto

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2020

New investment in roads infrastructure near Tinto Hill will improve safety and benefit locals and visitors.

Gourmet treats on South Lanarkshire streets

Gourmet treats on South Lanarkshire streets

Published: Monday, 31 August 2020

Everyday luxury and a taste of holiday at home is on the menu at one business that's backing the Shop Local, Shop Safe campaign.