A group of 24 golfing friends – supported by several partners – have raised an incredible £1,500 for Maggie’s Lanarkshire after organising a week‑long charity golf trip in Belek, Turkey. The group, led by trip organiser Paul Bolton (age 60, from Larkhall), played six rounds of golf across four courses from 29 November to 6 December, combining friendly competition with […]
Inspiring 80th Birthday: Ann Lowe Raises £400 for Charity
Blantyre resident Ann Lowe celebrated her 80th birthday by donating her birthday money to charity. Instead of gifts, guests contributed to Glasgow Children’s Hospital Charity in honor of a family member’s child undergoing cancer treatment. Ann raised £370, rounding it up to £400 in Eilidh’s name, showcasing her generosity.
Cars Damaged at Coatshill
New Playpark at Kirkton Park
A brand new playground is being formed at Kirkton Park, High Blantyre. The old swings and play equipment has been removed by South Lanarkshire Council, and they’re creating a new play area, more centrally located in the park, closer to the existing zipwire. The new location is away from homes and being in the middle […]
Looking to recommence Outdoor Gala Days and Christmas events in Blantyre
Local resident Laura McQuiggan is hoping to gather community support and volunteers to help her ressurrect Blantyre Summer Gala and the Christmas Lights Switch on events. She told us, “Would anyone be interested in reforming the Blantyre Community Committee? With everything that happened during Covid, it feels like some of our community spirit sadly faded […]
Trespasser Alert in Blantyre
A suspected trespasser was reported at Wheatlands, Blantyre, seen around 2pm on February 28th, observed “trying gates” and entering gardens. Residents are reminded to secure their properties and report suspicious activity to the police. With longer evenings approaching, vigilance is encouraged to ensure community safety.
Spring has Sprung
Cloudy and Rainy Sunday Weather Update
Sunday will be cloudy with rain, becoming breezy. Tonight into Monday stays wet, with patchy rain easing. Monday starts cloudy with brief rain, then clears up before more clouds return. From Tuesday to Thursday, expect a chilly start on Tuesday with sun, fog on Wednesday, and wet, windy conditions on Thursday afternoon.







