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22.01.2021 / 10:37

Queen's Park keeper eyes title but fears season could be scrapped

SFA might need to pull the plug.Muir, from Blackwood in South Lanarkshire, said: “I think everybody has that wee bit of fear, to be fair, but people’s lives are more important.“It’s football, but obviously you want it to finish, so hopefully it has been stopped now early enough where the weather’s not the best, pitches might not be good, and say it’s maybe six weeks from now, the weather might be that wee bit better and hopefully we can get the games going.“The season’s meant to finish on May 1, so we could even run it on when the weather is good, and catch up the games then.

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20.01.2021 / 20:47

Rutherglen locals asked to help with caring at home as under pressure NHS Lanarkshire discharges patients

Lanarkshire is already supporting more inpatients with coronavirus than at any other point in the pandemic, with further significant increases projected over the coming weeks.

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31.12.2020 / 15:29

More than 130 South Lanarkshire teachers have been off work because of Covid

link.This year, more than 12 per cent of pupils were off for eight out of the first 10 weeks.South Lanarkshire Council were unable to confirm the number of pupils who have had to take time off school as a result of coronavirus as pupil attendance is recorded twice per day.

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29.12.2020 / 17:13

Coronavirus: Over 130 South Lanarkshire teachers have been off work due to covid-19, according to new figures

South Lanarkshire – fell when compared to October 2019.

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30.11.2020 / 19:46

Praise for Lanarkshire's carers during pandemic

Click here for more news from the Airdrie and Coatbridge Advertiser“Families, loved ones, friends and carers have been magnificent and it’s important they understand just how grateful we are for their assistance and compassion.”South Lanarkshire counterpart Val de Souza added: “The significant challenges since the onset of the pandemic led to both partnerships prioritising careat home services for the most vulnerable, and we’re hugely grateful for the support we have received from our communities and carers.“It’s been a time of great uncertainty, and the commitment and flexibility shown by carers continues to be very much valued as I know the pressure a great many of them have been under.”A new checklist to help people in safely assisting

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27.11.2020 / 13:42

Work to start on new £16m Blantyre health and social care hub and 45 council homes

link.“As with all of our developments, we will be creating employment and training opportunities for South Lanarkshire residents.“This includes local jobs, apprenticeships, work placements, careers events and training opportunities. We will also work closely with the school to help with educational projects.”

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20.11.2020 / 10:53

South Lanarkshire Council Leader says Tier 4 is "disappointing but necessary"

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.The leader of South Lanarkshire Council says it’s disappointing but necessary that the area is moving into Tier 4 of Covid restrictions.John Ross reacted to the news of the local authority area going into the strictest lockdown rules from today.Mr Ross said: “I know that everyone will share my disappointment that it has been necessary to place Lanarkshire and other parts of Scotland in Level 4 of the Covid protection levels.“But unfortunately it is clear from the public health data that further measures are necessary if we are to bring the infection rate under control.“We have all made many sacrifices already in our collective effort to protect

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11.11.2020 / 14:21

Thousands of South Lanarkshire pupils sent home to self isolate in past month

the Herald newspaper. Earlier this week First Minister Nicola Sturgeon confirmed that Lanarkshire will remain in the tier 3 category, but did not rule out a move to tier 4 in the future.The Reformer reported earlier this month that teaching unions in Lanarkshire have called for a return to blended learning, with some pupils taught from home, if the case numbers worsened.

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07.11.2020 / 10:21

South Lanarkshire pupils asked to name council's gritter fleet

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.School pupils in South Lanarkshire are being the given the chance to once again name the council’s gritter fleet.Last year’s competition for South Lanarkshire Council’s Roads department saw Gritter Thunberg, Lewis Caploughdi, Salt Disnae, Oh Plougher of Scotland, Nitty McGritty, Gritty McVitie, Snow Coo and Spready Mercury out gritting the roads, supported by Snow Blow Patrol the snow blower.This year another eight gritters are in the name game.All of the area’s P4 to P7 pupils have been asked to get their thinking caps on to come up with the punniest seasonal names they can think of.Councillor Julia Marrs, chair of the road safety forum said: “Last

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29.10.2020 / 00:25

Hamilton woman's ordeal after blaze left her in scattered house one year later

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A fire that devastated the home of a Hamilton woman has left her in scattered accommodation a year on from the blaze.Marion Corcoran lost everything from the incident at Hill Street in September last year, and claims the council are not doing enough to get her back to normality.The 36-year-old suffers from epilepsy and has seen a huge decline in her mental health since the fire. The pandemic has caused delays in repair work being carried out as well as obstructing any moves for South Lanarkshire tenants.Marion considers herself lucky to be alive as she recalls the traumatising ordeal.

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23.10.2020 / 12:01

South Lanarkshire Coucillor welcomes moves to increase participation in classes for new parents

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.A South Lanarkshire councillor has welcomed moves to increase participation in classes for new parents.Clydesdale West councillor Lynsey Hamilton was “gutted” when a class she and her daughter Erin attended in Hamilton had to be cancelled after stricter coronavirus restrictions were brought in.However, First Minister Nicola Sturgeon said on Monday, October 5, that limits on class sizes would double from five to 10 adults, with their children under 12 months, in a bid to maintain the viability of the groups.After her lockdown pregnancy and birth, Lynsey is now looking forward to getting back to the class.She said: “I am delighted that Nicola Sturgeon

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24.09.2020 / 13:10

First positive Covid-19 test for a South Lanarkshire councillor has been confirmed

link.Mr Sneddon added that the councillor will be interviewed by NHS Scotland's Test and Protect service and any close contacts will be identified and asked to self-isolate for 14 days.A close contact is someone who has been within 2m of a person for at least 15 minutes.Council leader John Ross added: "I would also like to extend my best wishes to the individual."Most councillors did not physically attend the hybrid executive committee or full council meetings yesterday and instead joined remotely via Microsoft Teams.

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23.09.2020 / 13:26

South Lanarkshire residents thanked for helping keep hospice afloat

Cambuslang chairman has given a heartfelt thanks to the local community for helping them stay afloat. In June, the future of the hospice, which cares for patients across Lanarkshire, was placed in doubt after suffering losses of up to £90,000-per-month as lockdown took hold of the country.However, four months on and the hospice has bridged the gap in its losses – thanks, largely, to the support of the local community.Chairman of the hospice, Cambuslang resident Gordon McHugh, thanked the people of South Lanarkshire for coming to the charity’s aid, saying it “has been absolutely incredible”.

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11.09.2020 / 12:23

Free special uplifts are being offered to South Lanarkshire residents as the service is resumed

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.Five weeks of free special uplifts are being offered to South Lanarkshire residents as the service is resumed.From Monday, September 14, council workers will be out to tackle the backlog following the coronavirus lockdown.Residents can request an uplift on the council’s website from today (Friday, September 11) with up to two free uplifts available for each household over the first five week period which will end on October 16.After the service was suspended in March, South Lanarkshire Council have asked for patience as the waiting time is expected to be longer than the usual five days.Executive director of community and enterprise, Michael McGlynn,

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10.09.2020 / 17:53

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon issues new lockdown restrictions for social gatherings

Get the stories that matter to you sent straight to your inbox with our daily newsletter.New coronavirus restrictions mean South Lanarkshire residents will only be able to meet in groups of up to six people.Talk of a Lanarkshire lockdown hasn't completely gone away following First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's announcement at Holyrood today, with the latest restrictions applying nationwide.No more than six people from a maximum of two households will be allowed to meet up socially, whether that be in your house or at a pub or restaurant.The new restrictions come into law on Monday (September 14) but Ms Sturgeon urged residents to start following them now.Other new regulations include mandatory face coverings for staff and customers when not

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26.08.2020 / 11:19

Emergency services issue update on late night East Kilbride blaze

East Kilbride kids will now have to wear face coverings in schoolThe owner of a car burned on the Expressway told us how he was on the phone to cops when he saw the caravanette go up in flamest.Peter’s Renault care was destroyed by fire that same night, just two miles away and around the same time.Speaking to the News, Peter – who does not wish to give his surname – said: “I was leaving my flat to walk back down and meet the recovery guy after my car had broken down.“Just as I was heading out, cops called to say my car had been burned out.South Lanarkshire councillor steps down after home is targeted again“As I was on the phone to them, I looked out the window of our flat and saw the caravan explode and four wee black dots run away from

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19.08.2020 / 13:29

Investigation after early morning blaze rips through vehicles in East Kilbride

South Lanarkshire councillor steps down after home is targeted again“I watched the flames catch and the car next to the caravanette just melt – it folded under the heat and intensity of the fire.“The whole area was lit up.”EK teen left heartbroken as birthday gift stolen by rotten crooksJosh said he and his girlfriend – who are are housesitting for his brother – said they heard chattering outside, then were aware of the dog barking and then the fire.Outrage as East Kilbride memorial benches destroyed by vandals“Because of the chattering, I think it was probably targeted,” he added.Anyone with any information is asked to contact police on 101.

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14.08.2020 / 10:09

Scots dad opens up on shock of aggressive cancer diagnosis after 'bad stomach pains' turn out to be tumour

cancer at only 38 as a leading charity warn people not to ignore signs.Mark Newberry, now 41, had been suffering with irregular bowel movements for several months prior to his diagnosis, however it wasn't until he began to suffer with stomach pains that he sought medical attention.Dad-of-two Mark, from Hamilton, South Lanarkshire said: “I had been having irregular bowel movements for a few months but didn’t think much about it."But in the week leading up to my diagnosis, I had bad stomach pains, was unable to keep any food down and felt lethargic."Two days later dad-of-two Mark was diagnosed with stage four cancer and and was rushed for an emergency operation.Mark added: "It was a lot to get my head around in such a short space of

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14.08.2020 / 07:19

Scots man with aggressive bowel cancer missed by doctors because he was 'too young' warns over symptoms

bowel cancer was missed by doctors because he was 'too young'.Mark Newberry, 41, visited an out of hours service and his GP twice in the days leading up to his shock diagnosis where he was told he was suffering from a stomach ulcer and colic.Mark, from Hamilton, South Lanarkshire said: “I had been having irregular bowel movements for a few months but didn’t think much about it. "But in the week leading up to my diagnosis, I had bad stomach pains, was unable to keep any food down and felt lethargic.

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30.07.2020 / 18:55

Confirmation that South Lanarkshire pupils will return to school full-time in August

Join thousands of others who have signed up for the Daily Record newsletter.Schools in South Lanarkshire will return full time in August.First Minister Nicola Sturgeon today (Thursday, July 30) confirmed that pupils would be able to attend school as normal after the summer break.Pupils in South Lanarkshire are set to return on August 12 and the council has confirmed that staff and parents will be contacted beforehand to update them on the arrangements.Schools will be allowed to reopen on a phased basis during the first week, but all pupils will be back full-time as of August 18.Children in primary schools won't need to physically distance but, where possible, high schools should take practical steps to encourage distancing between senior

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29.07.2020 / 19:39

Death of Hamilton dad knocked down by bin lorry to be probed at public inquiry

Join thousands of others who have signed up for the Daily Record newsletter.A Fatal Accident Inquiry will be held into the death of a Hamilton dad who was hit by a bin lorry at work.South Lanarkshire Council worker Robert McMillan, better known as Rab, died following the tragedy last year.The first phase of the public hearing is scheduled to take place in August, almost 20 months after the 55-year-old’s death.The loving dad passed away at the scene in Mount Cameron Drive, East Kilbride, on January 17 last year, leaving his family distraught.Wife Lesley and daughter Lauren, both told of their huge loss in the aftermath of the horrific incident to the Advertiser at the time.They spoke of Rab’s “big personality” and his kind words for others,

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11.07.2020 / 08:38

South Lanarkshire residents concerned over lack of maintenance on region's golf courses

Fears for the future of golf courses in South Lanarkshire have been allayed by the council.

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11.07.2020 / 06:44

Majority of South Lanarkshire drivers caught speeding in Rutherglen

More than 3500 drivers were caught speeding on South Lanarkshire’s roads by safety camera’s last year.

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11.07.2020 / 02:32

New voluntrary lockdown role at Hillhouse Children’s House for sports instructor

A South Lanarkshire sports instructor has taken on a new volunteering role to help out at Hillhouse Children’s House.

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11.07.2020 / 01:04

Appeal after dog warden picks up stray in Hamilton

South Lanarkshire Council's dog warden has picked up a stray in the Hamilton area today (Wednesday, May 6, 2020).

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10.07.2020 / 22:09

Seven South Lanarkshire Council employees were paid almost £1m between them

Seven South Lanarkshire Council employees were paid almost £1million between them last year.

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10.07.2020 / 19:01

'It’s just something we need to get used to' Mandatory face masks fail to deter Scots shoppers

Scots stores in their droves. The Record chatted to those heading to Glasgow 's busy Buchanan Street - one of Europe’s top shopping hotspots - to canvas opinion on the new measure.

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10.07.2020 / 18:51

South Lanarkshire asked to fall silent in memory of key workers who have lost their lives

South Lanarkshire residents are being asked to fall silent in memory of the key workers who have lost their lives in the fight against coronavirus.

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10.07.2020 / 09:00

Lanarkshire residents urged to contact opticians for emergency eyecare - not their GP

Residents in South Lanarkshire who require urgent or emergency eyecare are being urged to contact their optician instead of seeking help from their GP, hospital or local pharmacy.

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10.07.2020 / 03:28

Lanarkshire charity LEAP offer lifeline service to locals affected by coronavirus crisis

Older people in Rutherglen and Cambuslang who are self-isolating can take advantage of a new lifeline service offered by a charity’s volunteer personal shoppers.

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09.07.2020 / 20:52

Airdrie hospice to support patients from across Lanarkshire to help health service

St Andrew’s Hospice will accept all acute hospice in-patient admissions from across Lanarkshire during the coronavirus emergency to help create additional healthcare capacity across the county.

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09.07.2020 / 18:47

Rutherglen Tennis Club deliver nets to isolated families

Rutherglen Tennis Club hope to bring sport to the community as they deliver nets to isolated families.

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09.07.2020 / 17:59

Bin collections in South Lanarkshire to stop as Council temporarily halts service

South Lanarkshire Council have announced they are to stop collecting any rubbish temporarily due to the coronavirus.

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30.06.2020 / 01:51

South Lanarkshire Tory councillor suspended over anti Black Lives Matter Facebook posts

Join thousands of others who have signed up for the Daily Record newsletter.A Tory councillor has been suspended after comparing a sportswoman who did not ‘take the knee’ with a man who defied the Nazis.Colin McGavigan claimed his use of the photograph was about showing someone “going against the grain”.He also claimed comments he made about the Holy Family not being black were “sarcastic”.A Scottish Tory spokesman said: “In light of these posts, Cllr McGavigan has been suspended pending an investigation.”An SNP spokesperson said: “There’s no excuse for these totally unacceptable and offensive Facebook posts.”The images were uncovered by our sister paper the Daily Record.McGavigan, a councillor in the Clydesdale South ward , posted an image

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30.06.2020 / 01:37

South Lanarkshire recycling centres to begin accepting bulkier items

Eastfield. Cardboard must still be flattened - no boxes can be dumped otherwise, in case they contain contaminants.

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20.06.2020 / 14:31

Body of young man pulled from water at Scots beauty spot as SNP MSP Aileen Campbell issues warning

beauty spot. Emergency services were called to the scene at Corra Linn at the Falls of Clyde, near Lanark, at around 8.05pm on Thursday.

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