It’s 75 years to the day since D-Day, a significant WW2 event which started a turning point of the war. Today, we remember those who died and indeed all those soldiers and military personnel who fought bravely for our freedom during that battle. The Normandy landings on Tuesday, 6 June 1944 was the start of […]
Following the fire last Sunday, the devastated Columba Club ruin at Coatshill, was finally bulldozed to the ground today. Contractors came in with a JCB and collapsed the remaining walls. All that’s left is a pile of rubble. A sad sight, especially to the many families who fondly remember the times they had there. Bye […]
South Lanarkshire maintenance crews were busy today working at the entrance to Kirkton Park at High Blantyre. The overgrown, old trees at the Broompark Entrance have been cut down today, back away from the stone wall, which was being damaged by branches. The stone pillars have been carefully taken down for later reconstruction. Work is […]
Emergency services responded this morning when a car at Calderside Nursery Carpark caught fire. Shortly before 8am today, Wednesday 01 May 2019, the car was seen with smoke coming from it and calls were made for the fire service who promptly responded. The resulting smoke could be seen from as far away as the Village […]
Community Links were proud to be one of nine organisations across Scotland recognised in an award ceremony for their work in support of Scotland’s Charter for a Tobacco-free Generation. They joined a range of organisations who were commended on the outstanding contributions they have been making to reduce the harm caused by tobacco in their […]
Wishing all our readers a HAPPY EASTER! How wonderful to see the sun shining on holidays, for once. As kids charge around hunting and opening their Easter Eggs, thoughts for many turn to family daytrips, BBQs, beer and Prosecco. Working today? Hope you find a day off to relax soon. Have fun!