Category: Coronavirus

Wee Gurkha Curry House – Competition

Wee Gurkha Curry House has now officially closed in East Kilbride and are finalising preparations for their permanent move later this week to Blantyre. Ahead of the official opening, customers can now book by requesting a table through the business Facebook page. The restaurant will confirm bookings if chosen time is available. Bookings can be […]

Chris Madden, Marathon Man

Great to hear of more local people having success with the London Marathon. Chris Madden is a local businessman and decided to make 2024 a year of marathons to raise funds for Asthma + Lung UK. He completed the London Marathon on Sunday and smashed the beginner time by almost an hour, finishing in 4.24mins! […]

Exclusive: Wee Gurkha Curry House Opening

Wee Gurkha Curry House is delighted to share its plans for its move to Blantyre. Renovations are almost complete and preparations are underway to move the successful business to the former Cornerstone Public House, High Blantyre. Owners, Mohan and Lorraine explained “We’re very close now to opening and so excited about our move. We love […]

McDonalds for Blantyre

Those wondering what the vacant ground at the corner of Auchinraith Road and Main Street, High Blantyre is to be used for, need wait no longer. McDonalds is coming to Blantyre. The global fast food giant has announced exciting plans to build a small drive through in the coming year. McDonalds Regional Marketing Manager, Mr […]

Crossbasket Update

Crossbasket Castle have now updated their website with some further information about the forthcoming, exciting £15m expansion. The construction of a brand new luxury spa, restaurant, hotel and entertainment venue has been at pace with an announcement that opening is scheduled for August 2024. The project at Crossbasket Estate, High Blantyre expands beyond the current […]

M&Ds Preview Weekend

It’s the final day of M&D’s fantastic Preview Weekend! Don’t miss out on your last chance to enjoy the excitement that the park has to offer! The sun is out. Grab your all-day wristband online NOW for just £10 or from the ticket office for just £12 per wristband and make the most of your […]

Bad Parking Fines

Drivers should beware that from Monday, 11th December, councils across Scotland can begin enforcing law on bad parking behaviours. Fines of £100 can be imposed for parking up on and obstructing pavements, double parking and parking at drop kerbs. Certain exceptions exist designated by some councils. The fines will be reduced to £50 if paid […]

Remembrance Sunday

Two outdoor remembrance services take place in Blantyre today at 3.00pm at the War Memorials at Auchentibber and High Blantyre Cemetery, just off Cemetery Road. As in previous years, Blantyre Telegraph has arranged for wreaths to be placed at both locations today on behalf of the whole community, including a consideration from International readers who […]