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Join Claire for a relaxing Mandala Painting session on Saturday, March 29th, from 1-3 pm. Participants will create personalized mug designs using provided materials. Unleash your creativity and book your spot for this artistic experience!
The artisan market hosted by Wylde Thistle Events will take place on Sunday, March 30, 2025, at David Livingstone Birthplace from 11am to 4pm. It features local makers, free entry, and parking. A family museum ticket is available for £12, making it an ideal Mother’s Day outing.
The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has issued a fresh travel warning for tourists heading to Turkey as well as for British nationals already on holiday there. Tensions have escalated in the region due to events in Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories. This has led to large-scale protests outside diplomatic missions linked to the conflict. […]
On Saturday morning, March 29th, between 10am and 12pm, a partial solar eclipse will occur in the UK, reducing light by 40%. This rare event will create a notably dark atmosphere during those hours, making it an unusual experience for observers.
Calderside Academy seeks transportation assistance for a music tour to Blantyre Primary Schools in May/June. The event will feature instrumentalists and singers performing an hour-long concert for all primary pupils. Local businesses are encouraged to provide buses or minibuses due to rising transportation costs.
A new mobile service in Blantyre, owned by Jim Donnelly, specializes in removing jammed or locked wheel nuts. The service is both professional and affordable, offering a convenient solution for customers. For more information, follow their Facebook page.
WH Smith has agreed to sell its 480 retail stores to Modella Capital for £76 million, leading to the brand’s exit from the high street after 233 years. The stores will be rebranded as TGJones, while WH Smith will maintain its brand for travel outlets and continue to employ 5,000 staff.