Local woman Janet Flynn passed away at the age of 86 on August 7th at Ryan Meadows care home. Her funeral is scheduled for September 4th at 10 am at St Joseph’s, Glasgow Road, Blantyre, followed by services at South Lanarkshire crematorium and Blantyre Miners Welfare. The family appreciates the support received.
The Barnehage Daycare Nursery in Blantyre offers nurturing childcare for children aged six weeks to five years, available Monday to Friday. Inspired by Scandinavian methods, it promotes learning through play in a stimulating environment. With excellent reviews and convenient location, families are encouraged to arrange tours to explore available spaces.
The demolition of the River City set near Dumbarton marks the end of an era for the Scottish soap, which aired for 24 years. Following its final filming in April, iconic locations like The Tall Ship pub were destroyed. The last episode will air on August 31, concluding the show’s legacy.
Glasgow city centre has transformed into Gotham City for the filming of The Batman: Part II, attracting pedestrians curious about the changes. Fake snow, police cars, and American-style trucks create an unmistakable atmosphere. With filming primarily on Bothwell Street, excitement grows among fans following sightings of the Batmobile.
Join the fun at Race Night in Blantyre on Friday, October 9, 2026, at 7:00pm, hosted at Blantyre Miners Welfare. Enjoy a thrilling evening of racing, food, and fundraising for ASNsory Crew, supporting local children and families. Tickets are £10, including food. Reserve yours now!
After a prolonged dry summer, the UK is set for a significant change in weather. England and Wales will experience much-needed rainfall starting Tuesday, with potential heavy showers midweek. Scotland will see cooler, changeable conditions with occasional rain and sunny spells. Overall, unsettled weather is expected to continue into late August.
Residents of Blantyre, Cambuslang, Hamilton, East Kilbride, and Strathaven observed a Starlink satellite train in the night sky. Bright viewing opportunities are expected this week, with specific timings provided. Skywatchers are encouraged to find clear views and enjoy the sight, while sharing any photos taken during the event.
We’re delighted to announce that Blantyre Telegraph has now reached an incredible 32,000 followers on Facebook! ❤️ It’s another fantastic milestone for a growing page which first started out back in 2011, and we simply want to say a huge THANK YOU to everybody who follows, reads, comments, reacts and shares our posts. What began […]