A 53-year-old man was arrested for threatening the Blantyre Health Centre after a suspicious item was found on the premises, leading to evacuations on April 23, 2026. Nearby schools, Calderside Academy and Auchinraith Primary, were also affected, raising concerns among parents and carers. The man will appear in court later.
The “Blantyre Community Events” group is meeting tomorrow to plan the return of Christmas outdoor events and galas. Volunteers are encouraged to join the meeting at Blantyre Soccer Academy on Wednesday, April 29th, at 6:30 PM to help bring these events back to the community.
Castle Park in Blantyre is set to host “An Afternoon with Alan Walker” on Bank Holiday Sunday, featuring tribute performances of Robbie Williams and George Michael. The event offers a lively atmosphere with classic hits, starting at 1pm for just £5. Limited tickets are available for a nostalgic afternoon of entertainment.
On Sunday, April 26th, Castle Park hosted the KPop Universe Tribute band, captivating a diverse audience with performances of popular K-Pop songs. The event, organized by Tribute Act Entertainment, drew large crowds and further solidified the band’s reputation for selling out venues across the UK and Europe. Upcoming events are planned for May 3rd.
A charity evening in memory of Lisa McMillan is set for August 1st at Blantyre Miners Welfare, aimed at supporting The Beatson in Glasgow. With entertainment including bingo, games, and a DJ, donations will help cancer patients and families. Community support is encouraged through raffle prize donations.
Congratulations to Blantyre lassie, Cara Blease on on making it through to the Semi-Finals of ‘West End Calling”. In a notification received from the organisers, the family were told, “It’s a huge achievement to get through to this round and you should be so proud as the standard has been extremely high.” The semis take […]
The “Pop Up Art Club” in Blantyre celebrates its first anniversary, hosting over 80 young artists weekly. Organiser Jane highlights the importance of showcasing their creativity through a successful exhibition, attended by many families. The event marked a year of support and artistic growth in their community studio.
At the Lanarkshire Philatelic Society meeting, members showcased diverse philatelic displays, including historic stamps from Nyasaland, Easter-themed postcards, Kiwi-related stamps, and Ethiopian issues. The presentations also featured tributes to the late Queen, along with covers and meter marks from various historical periods. The session concluded with gratitude for the contributions.