Lanarkshire Telegraph

Start the Weekend feeling fantastic

June 13, 2026

1 min read

This Saturday, join the Slimming World Blantyre Group at Livingstone Memorial Church for support and practical advice on your weight loss journey. Sessions at 8:00 am and 9:30 am offer a welcoming environment where members motivate each other. For details,

Sport

World Cup Opener

June 11, 2026

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Lanark·Travel

Lanark’s new Transport Hub opens

June 6, 2026

1 min read

Crime

Peter Murrell Admits £400K Embezzlement: Key Details

May 25, 2026

1 min read

Peter Murrell, the former SNP chief executive and estranged husband of Nicola Sturgeon, has pleaded guilty to embezzling over £400,000 from the party over 12 years. He made the admission during a preliminary hearing at the High Court in Edinburgh, revealing serious financial misconduct within the party.

Whats On

Get Walking Lanarkshire

May 18, 2026

Get Walking Lanarkshire offers free, weekly health walks in North and South Lanarkshire, promoting walking as an accessible exercise for

Council

Residents wanted for New Community Council

May 18, 2026

Nominations are being accepted for the Crawford and Elvanfoot Community Council elections following a petition for its establishment. Interested candidates

Rutherglen

Celebrating Rutherglen’s 900th Anniversary

May 18, 2026

Rutherglen celebrates its 900th anniversary with the installation of 25 distinctive street signs featuring the title "Royal Burgh of Rutherglen

Business

Fuel Prices Dip Slightly

April 17, 2026

Fuel prices have experienced a slight decline for the first time amid escalating US, Israel, and Iran tensions, as reported

Coatbridge·Council

Coatbridge New Housing underway

April 17, 2026

Progress is underway on two major council housing projects in Coatbridge, School Street and Dunottar Avenue, set to provide over

Larkhall

Larkhall Road will Close

April 14, 2026

Muir Street in Larkhall will be closed for essential repairs from 7am on April 18 until 8pm the following day.

Whats On

What’s On – Big Band Bublé

March 27, 2026

Scotland's top Buble tribute, Michael Hastie, alongside Jon Ritchie and That Swing Sensation, will perform 'Big Band Buble' at Lanternhouse,

Environment

Douglas Valley tourism plan is on track

March 26, 2026

The £14.5m Douglas Valley project aims to transform the area into a national outdoor recreation destination over 10-15 years. Phase

East Kilbride·Schools

Poster Competition reveals fresh new talent

March 7, 2026

A talented P4 pupil has won the first ever Go Fresh Poster Competition showcasing creativity and enthusiasm for Healthy Eating.

Airdrie

New Statue unveiled in North Lanarkshire

March 1, 2026

A tribute to football legend Tommy Gemmell has been unveiled in Craigneuk, North Lanarkshire. Gemmell, known for his role in

East Kilbride·Whats On

Crutherland House Hotel Wedding Show

February 14, 2026

Join the Crutherland House Hotel's wedding show on February 15th from noon to 4 PM. Explore over 25

East Kilbride·Hamilton·Schools

£18 Million Investment to Expand School Capacity in South Lanarkshire

February 14, 2026

Two secondary schools in South Lanarkshire will increase pupil capacity through an £18 million investment. Holy Cross High

Hamilton·Roads

Roadworks in Hamilton this week

January 24, 2026

South Lanarkshire Council will be working to repair carriageway surfacing this week in Hamilton. Works are taking place

Lanark

New Bird Flu Restrictions in Scotland: What You Need to Know

December 27, 2025

New bird flu restrictions have been implemented following an outbreak of the H5N1 strain at Kingside Farm in

East Kilbride·Whats On

Little Red Riding Hood Panto at East Kilbride

December 21, 2025

The Lanarkshire Panto's final performance of "Little Red Riding Hood" is today at East Kilbride Arts Centre at

Bellshill·Whats On

Roller Skating coming to Bellshill

February 1, 2026

Skate Rite is launching a new weekly skating event at the Bellshill YMCA starting February 18th, every Wednesday

Coatbridge·Crime

Police Investigation Underway in Coatbridge

January 11, 2026

Police are probing the unexplained death of a 51-year-old man whose body was discovered on a cycle path behind a

Bellshill

Lanarkshire’s Christmas Carol Service Celebrates Community Spirit

December 17, 2025

Lanarkshire hosted one of only 15 'Together at Christmas' Community Carol Services in the UK, recognizing local heroes

Crime·Motherwell

Police Appeal for Information

December 16, 2025

Police are treating the death of a man in Motherwell as suspicious. Around 4.30pm on Monday, 15 December,

Coatbridge

Pupils from North Lanarkshire Shine

December 16, 2025

The annual Schools Christmas Concert in North Lanarkshire showcased talented young musicians at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall.

National

Renovation of Glasgow’s Argyle Street Starts Soon

May 16, 2026

Renovation work on Glasgow's Argyle Street will begin next month as part of the Glasgow Avenues Project, aimed

National

International Women’s Day Book Celebration

March 7, 2026

In celebration of International Women’s Day, South Lanarkshire libraries have added 465 new books on women's health, covering

World

War in the Middle East

March 1, 2026

Some World news. Following escalated tensions in the Middle East, a second Dubai luxury hotel has been struck

National

Education Front and Centre

January 25, 2026

The Scottish Government's proposed budget includes funding to support children's education and improve attainment outcomes, focusing on closing

Other

Scottish Budget: Extra Support for Families with Babies

January 13, 2026

The Scottish Budget includes a significant increase in financial support for families, with the Scottish Child Payment rising

Sport

Rangers Sign Heart of Midlothian Captain Lawrence Shankland

May 25, 2026

Rangers have agreed to sign Lawrence Shankland, the Heart of Midlothian captain, pending a medical. The Scotland international,

Travel

Glasgow Central Station Closure

March 15, 2026

Glasgow Central Station will remain closed next week as contractors demolish the fire-damaged Union Street corner. The closure,

Sport

Scottish Premiership Matches on February 15, 2026

February 15, 2026

On Sunday, February 15, 2026, three Scottish Premiership matches are scheduled. Kilmarnock faces Celtic at 2pm, while Motherwell

Business

FREE Advertising for Local Businesses – Don’t Miss This!

February 14, 2026

Local business owners in South and North Lanarkshire are encouraged to share their Facebook page links for a

Weather

Weather Outlook next few days

February 7, 2026

Tonight will be overcast with light rain and mild temperatures, creating mist and fog. Sunday will bring similar

Council

More Council Homes for Cambuslang

February 14, 2026

1 min read

Work has commenced on 44 new council homes in Cambuslang, comprising 10 four-bedroom, 16 three-bedroom, and 18 two-bedroom units. Funded by the council and the Scottish Government, the project aims

Whats On

Easter Comes to the Alona Hotel

February 7, 2026

1 min read

The Alona Hotel in Strathclyde Park will hold an Easter children's show, Ms R and Friends, on April 12 from 12 to 2 pm. The interactive event will include music,

Business

Gouldings Garden Centre are hiring

February 6, 2026

1 min read

Gouldings Garden Centre is hiring for full and part-time positions due to business expansion. Roles include Commis Chefs, Waiting Staff, Kitchen Porters, Kitchen Assistants, and Cleaners, with sociable hours required.

Alert

A73 Lanark Road Closed following Accident

January 31, 2026

1 min read

The A73 Lanark Road is closed between Lanark and Carluke due to a two-vehicle crash reported at 8.50am on Saturday, 31 January. Emergency services are on the scene, and drivers

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