** UPDATE – This work is now postponed until a later date. ** Original Article: Maybe best try to avoid particular streets in the centre of Hamilton today if you’re out and about. Roadworks are scheduled for today, Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd June on Campbell Street from the junction at Chapel Street. Cadzow Lane […]
A lot of Summer activities going on these last few weeks with local organisations. Take for example, 3rd Blantyre Scouts. All sections have been out camping in recent weeks as these brilliant photos show. 15 Beavers enjoyed a weekend camping at Wilkie’s Farm at Bardykes, Blantyre. They hiked, they played games, they made bird feeders […]
Local Football Club, Blantyre Celtic Girls are looking for a goalkeeper for their Under 10’s team. Any interest in this, please contact coach, Stevie on 07860 195319
Here’s wishing all the Calderside Academy youngsters currently at Disneyland Paris, a wonderful time! Pupils and accompanying teachers spent the day at Asterix Park today and then Disney village for dinner tonight. Looks like they’re all loving this end of term school trip and having a great time!
Congratulations go out to local lads, Ross O Neill and Robbie Sutherland for recently achieving the highest accolade, their Queens Badge at 2nd Blantyre Boys Brigade. The young men were amongst 30 in Lanarkshire who attended a presentation event in Stonehouse. Bill Andrews, Company Captain said, “This was a very special and unique event for […]
It’s almost that time of year again, can you believe it? The School term is nearly over! South Lanarkshire schools close on Wednesday 26 June at 1pm. Teachers return on Monday 12 August 2024. Pupils on Wednesday 14 August 2024. We hope everyone has a lovely summer break. Thanks to all staff in our local […]
It’s the Summer Solstice. The days are lighter for longest time of the year. The solstice always occurs between 20 and 22 June, and during a leap year (such as 2024) it always falls on 20 June. For some it marks the start of summer and looking forward to warmer days. For others, a celebration […]
South Lanarkshire Council are working at Hillhouse Road this week as they re-line the carriageway. Lining works are taking place near the Hamilton Technology Park and are expected to be complete by Friday. Some minor disruption to drivers is expected due to temporary traffic lights as works progress. However, the road remains fully open.