Cakes By Rebecca, a bakery in Blantyre, is celebrating the opening of its second shop today, March 21st, at the Barras in Glasgow’s East end. This expansion moves beyond its initial location at Blantyre Industrial. The new shop is expected to attract many customers, showcasing the success of local businesses.
Planning has been submitted to South Lanarkshire Council by Cala Management Ltd to develop 171 hectares of greenbelt land south and west of Hamilton. The proposal includes new housing, a neighborhood center, community facilities, access roads, and landscaping. A decision on the planning application is still pending.
High Blantyre Road will be closed between Udston Road and High Blantyre Road on March 21-22, 2026, for upgrading Zebra crossings to meet accessibility standards. Diversion routes will be established, utilizing East Avenue, Hillhouse Road, Pollock Avenue, and High Blantyre Road in both directions.
Council tax bills for 2026/2027 are being delivered across Scotland, with most councils raising rates by 5% to 10% due to financial pressures. North Lanarkshire’s tax increased by 7%, while South Lanarkshire’s rose by 6.5%, impacting households amid ongoing cost of living challenges. Families are feeling the financial strain.
SP Energy Networks is conducting emergency repairs on an LV cable on Stonefield Road, Blantyre, starting today, Thursday, March 19, and expected to last three working days. Vulnerable customers may be affected. For more information, contact Reporting@spenergynetworks.co.uk with reference SP200-1330459S (4025823).
The weather forecast for Lanarkshire indicates a pleasant Friday with morning fog clearing, leading to mild temperatures and sunny spells, potentially reaching 16 degrees. However, Saturday will start with fog, becoming bright later, followed by a breezy, cloudy Sunday with rain expected in the afternoon and more clouds on Monday.
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.
A warning is issued to an individual who illegally dumped trash on Park Farm Road near Sydes Brae, urging them to retrieve it before CCTV footage is shared with authorities. The statement highlights frustration over littering in Blantyre’s scenic environments.