Sir Rod Stewart visited Angels Hotel in Uddingston on May 13, where he was honored with a framed photograph of Celtic legend Harry Hood. Stewart, a personal admirer of Hood, emphasized his legacy, celebrating their shared history in Celtic football. The evening held emotional significance for Hood’s family, represented by Joanna Spencer.
Calum Gray, a local man, participated in the Strictly Kilbryde event at the Doubletree Hilton Glasgow and emerged victorious. His impressive efforts helped raise over £79,000 for Kilbryde Hospice, showcasing both talent and community spirit in support of a worthy cause.
Blantyre actress Alexandra Wilkie premieres her new film #Glenrothan in cinemas on Friday, April 17th. This milestone marks an exciting achievement for her and the community. Fans are encouraged to support her by following her new social media page and attending the film this weekend. Congratulations to Alexandra on her promising future!
Eleven-year-old Cara Blease from Blantyre will compete in the live heats of “West End is Calling” in Glasgow on March 22nd at 11:30 am. She will perform before judges and an audience, vying for a place in the Grand Final in London. Viewers can vote for her via live stream.
Blantyre author Ellis Grayson has released a new book, “The Rise of the Iron Major,” now available on Amazon. The narrative challenges readers with a provocative question about survival in a post-apocalyptic world. Grayson invites readers to explore how far they would go to survive.
Fifteen talented teenagers from Blantyre are set to make their London stage debut with the Scottish theatre company Movies To Musicals at Cadogan Hall on April 5. Performing alongside West End stars, they will showcase a variety of popular musical numbers, marking a significant milestone for the group and their founder Ross Gunning.
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.
Twelve-year-old Tyler Meechan, a first-year black belt at St Ogilvie High School, is excelling in international Taekwon-Do. She has won two local championships, including being crowned 2 x English Champion. Recently, she earned a bronze medal at the Flanders Field Championships in Belgium. Tyler’s commitment and support from her coaches promise a bright future.