Residents of Hillhouse are taking initiative by weeding roadside kerb lines themselves, demonstrating pride in their community. Their efforts highlight the impact of local action in maintaining a tidy environment. This inspiring act encourages others in Blantyre to identify areas in need of care and attention. Well done, Hamilton!
The Greenhall Park wall in South Lanarkshire has been damaged for a while, leading to an emergency footpath closure on March 26. Its repair is overdue, as it is a prominent feature for visitors entering the town from the East. The community urges the council to allocate funds for its restoration this Summer.
South Lanarkshire Planning has granted permission for new changing rooms at the Priory Playing Fields, located near Blantyre Ferme Road. The approval was issued on
The Blantyreferme roadworks are nearing completion, with a new roundabout at Blantyre Farm and Calder Road shaping up. Expected to finish by 20th July, the road will reopen, though a 4-day overnight closure is planned for anti-skid surfacing on 11th August. Landscaping and lighting are also in progress.
As midsummer passes, the UK is experiencing earlier dusk, losing approximately 1 minute and 45 seconds of daylight each evening. By next week, sunset will be about 12 minutes earlier. While summer nights remain enjoyable, this gradual shift serves as a reminder that longer evenings are fleeting.
George Square in Glasgow, closed to the public since April, is undergoing an 18-month renovation. Changes include statue repositioning, the introduction of new trees, and the replacement of tarmac with stone slabs. Planned enhancements are new walkways, benches, and raised lawns to create a greener, more inviting space.
A car rolled into Strathclyde Loch from a car park last night, but fortunately, no injuries occurred. Police reported the incident happened around 7:20 PM on June 21, 2025. Emergency services recovered the vehicle, and a man has been charged with a road traffic offence related to the incident.
From next week, teams will begin clearing litter from rural roads around East Kilbride, including Stoneymeadow Road. The programme will extend to other areas in the following weeks. To ensure safety, road access will be limited between 9am and 3.30pm. Drivers should expect delays and penalties for littering are strict.