Eleven-year-old Alexandra Wilkie from Blantyre is making waves in the film industry, starring in her first professional movie, “Glenrothan,” alongside renowned actors like Brian Cox and Alan Cumming. She recently attended the Toronto International Film Festival and is set for greater success, with her sister Jessica also featuring in the film.
Chloe Glen, a local woman from Blantyre, has been appointed the General Manager of The Parkville. Starting her hospitality journey at 16, Chloe has worked her way up through various roles, recently serving as Assistant General Manager. The Parkville expressed pride in her promotion and commitment to the community.
Craig Brown, a local delivery driver for Asda Blantyre, received praise for his exceptional kindness towards a pregnant customer. He helped her by bringing in and unpacking her shopping. The customer’s husband recognized Craig’s efforts through feedback, highlighting his dedication and team spirit. Craig humbly stated it was a standard act of service.
Annmarie Gordan, a local woman, has been missing since January 16th in the Hamilton area. Her family, worried for her wellbeing, has not been able to contact her despite attempts via phone and searching hospitals. They request the public’s help in locating her, emphasizing her disappearance is uncharacteristic.
Family and friends of local man Daniel are hosting a ball for him at the Glasgow Hilton in March this year and are looking for businesses who may be willing to donate some prizes. You may remember back in September 2020, during the height of the Covid pandemic, 17 year old local lad Daniel Dixon […]
English musician and songwriter Chris Rea has died at 74, confirmed by his family. Known for hits like ‘Driving Home for Christmas’, ‘On the Beach’, and ‘Road to Hell’, he found success in the 1970s and 1980s. He passed away peacefully in hospital after a brief illness, surrounded by family.
We’ve been getting reports over the last day or so about 5 young lads in Blantyre spreading some Christmas cheer. Perhaps taking inspiration from the recent ‘Denny Boys’ viral video, these kind Blantyre lads decided to introduce a little Christmas spirit to local streets, by singing some Christmas songs on doorsteps. Without looking for anything […]
Here’s a nice, heartwarming story for this time of year. Hazel, a local woman was driving home on Monday evening when she began to have sudden vehicle problems. Her car ended up breaking down at the roundabout at High Blantyre, frustratingly after she had just finished a 12 hour shift at work at a care […]