Tag: hamilton

Hamilton Junction Improvements: What to Expect

Four junctions are to be improved as part of the Hamilton Community Growth Area. The main works are being phased to avoid disruption to the area as much as possible. Off-site works will first of all take place at the junction of Gateside Street/Johnstone Road and introduce traffic signals. These works will take place from […]

Fire at Derelict Bairds Building

Firefighters rushed to the scene of a blaze at the former Baird’s department store on Duke Street, Hamilton, this morning Friday 13th December at 6:40 AM. Crews worked to extinguish the fire, with reports of four fire appliances at the scene. The cause of the fire is still unknown. Safety concerns around asbestos were noted […]

Slow Down in Hamilton

Take care this weekend if out and about driving in Hamilton. Police officers will be carrying out speed checks in the Silvertonhill area of Hamilton this weekend as part of a festive season clampdown. They are working with partner agencies to try to reduce the number of drivers speeding. A spokesperson for the police said, […]

Hamilton Lights Switch On

There was loads of fun and enjoyment last night in Hamilton as their Christmas Lights were switched on! Thanks were offered to those who came along to the rescheduled date. Gold medal winning Stephen McGuire, switched on Hamilton’s Christmas lights . Thanks were offered to the production team at Halo Arts for their amazing support […]

Hamilton Xmas Lights

Following last week’s festive event cancellation due to Storm Bert, Hamilton tries again this weekend. The town’s festive lights switch on has been replanned and will be illuminated by hometown hero and Paralympic champion Steph McGuire in a special ceremony under the Christmas tree on Quarry Street at 4.30pm on Saturday, 30th November, with a […]

Hamilton Switch on Cancelled

‘Hamilton Our Town’ has announced online in the last hour that due to today’s snow, the outdoor Christmas Lights Switch on and activities in Hamilton are now cancelled. The difficult decision was made with hours until the event, but in the interests of safety and welfare, it is cancelled. However, don’t be too disappointed! The […]

Hamilton Lights Switch On

Despite a challenging weather forecast this weekend, Hamilton Light Switch-On is still happening this Saturday, 23rd November! Get ready for a magical day in Hamilton as the town switches on its Christmas lights. Christmas Market: Open from 10am in the Regent Shopping Centre with the Main Stage active from 3pm. Don’t miss the Christmas Parade […]

Hamilton Christmas Market

More festivities as we explore what’s on this weekend! Hamilton Christmas market has opened! Come along and get into the festive spirit today in the Regent Shopping Centre, Hamilton. The Holiday and Flight Centre is sponsoring the market and Cala Homes is main sponsors for the festive events! The nearby market is on today, Saturday […]