The Sporting Memories Group at Livingstone Memorial Church in Blantyre is hosting two special guest speakers: former professional footballer Alan Sneddon on November 4 and Willie Pettigrew on December 2. Both events are open to the public, inviting football fans and enthusiasts to share in memories and stories from Scottish football.
Blantyre’s House of CK has been named a finalist for the Beauty & Aesthetics Salon of the Year at the Scottish Aesthetics & Enhancement Awards 2026. The winners will be announced on October 4, 2026. The Blantyre community wishes the team success as they gain national recognition.
Charlie Faulkiner, a respected figure in Scotland’s retail industry, has passed away. Starting his career in a Blantyre Co-op, he rose through the Co-operative movement, eventually becoming chief executive of wholesale operations. A resident of Hamilton, he was an active community member and is survived by his wife, son, and granddaughter.
Firefighters have been battling a blaze this evening at the Fernhill Private School in Rutherglen. This old, historic building was so prominent in this area.
Wee Gurkha Curry House in High Blantyre has received the Highly Recommended Nepalese Restaurant Award at the Spice Awards 2026, marking a significant achievement for the family-run establishment. The team expressed gratitude to their staff and customers for their support, celebrating this recognition of hard work and dedication.
Alexander ‘Sandy’ and Ailsa Bell celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on September 11th. The couple, who met in Blackpool in 1973, married in 1976 and have built a life in Blantyre, raising three children and welcoming grandchildren. Their family expresses pride in their achievement and love for them. Congratulations to Sandy and Ailsa!
A men’s mental health group, Keep The Heid, is meeting on Friday, September 18, 2026, from 7pm to 9pm at the BSA Hub in Blantyre. This gathering offers a safe space for men to connect, share experiences, and find support without pressure or judgment. All are welcome to attend.
It was one of those rare, life moments when most people remember where they were. On the morning of 11 September 2001, hijacked passenger aircraft were flown into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York and the Pentagon in Washington. A fourth aircraft, United Airlines Flight 93, crashed in Pennsylvania after […]