8 h. ago Fat Families host Steve Miller reveals why he doesn't regret his brutal jibes at obese stars one bit

Fat Families saw straight-talking Steve Miller guide overweight families who hoped to turn their lives around by improving their diet and lifestyle.

Politics

26 h. ago Michael Wimmer quits Motherwell as boss set for Germany return due to family health issues

Fir Park chiefs attempted to persuade Wimmer to remain in North Lanarkshire but have reluctantly accepted to let him move on

Society

28 h. ago Three new synthetic sports pitches open across North Lanarkshire

Each of the 3G all-weather pitches represents a £1.1 million investment, covering ground and drainage improvements, floodlight infrastructure, fencing, and the installation of FIFA-certified surfaces and shock pads.

Politics

50 h. ago North Lanarkshire SNP Group pour scorn on new training being given to council committee conveners

The SNP claim that the training follows “multiple instances of conveners losing control of meetings under basic scrutiny as well as taking decisions which contravene the rules which govern the local authority”.

Politics

53 h. ago North Lanarkshire councillors endorse plan supporting families and improving school attendance

The report, which was unanimously endorsed by North Lanarkshire Council’s education committee, described how the council is using additional funding from external bodies to provide preventative support at the earliest stage.

Culture

54 h. ago Heavy periods harm exam results and school attendance, study finds

Difficulty accessing toilets during lessons is harming the attendance and exam results of girls

Culture

68 h. ago North Lanarkshire Council plans to make alterations to leisure centre in Cumbernauld

The local authority has published details of work it intends to carry out at its facilities in Broadwood Stadium.

Politics

3 d. ago No change to term times in North Lanarkshire schools after consultation

The council gathered opinions on two proposals for school calendars, with the first option being similar to the status quo including the September weekend, one week in October, and a Monday and Tuesday holiday for the February mid-term break.

Politics

4 d. ago Gordonstoun: The partnership struck between King Charles' Scottish boarding school and Dubai football club

The partnership involves the former Scottish private school attended by King Charles.

Politics

4 d. ago Coatbridge & Chryston MSP Fulton MacGregor urging people to replace Radio Teleswitch Service electricity meters ahead of national switch

Plea comes as new figures have revealed that 5100 RTS meters are still in operation in North Lanarkshire.

Politics

5 d. ago Diddy’s twin daughters take break from his ongoing trial to attend their high school prom

EXCLUSIVE: Celebrity designer and stylist Kellie Ford revealed more about the design process for the Combs twins’ prom gowns

Politics

6 d. ago UK on verge of deal with EU to let Britons use European passport e

Exclusive: Agreement could cut airport queues, caused by need to have passports stamped after BrexitBritish holidaymakers could face shorter airport queues this summer with negotiators on the verge of striking an agreement for UK passport holders to use e-gates across Europe.Downing Street said on Saturday that it was poised to strike a deal with the EU that would improve things for British families facing “queues on holiday”. Continue reading...

Economics

8 d. ago Airdrie & Shotts MSP Neil Gray welcomes statistics showing 'success' of Scottish Government’s Carer Support Payment

More than £89.5 million, including £8,206,100 in North Lanarkshire, has now been issued in vital financial support to carers throughout Scotland since it was piloted in November 2023.

Politics

8 d. ago North Lanarkshire Council publishes plans to alter ground floor layout of Airdrie Town Hall

Move is to accommodate more office space at historic venue.

Politics

9 d. ago Primary pupils ask Education Minister for more maths and play time during visit to North Lanarkshire school

Jenny Gilruth MSP was in Wishaw to see how Pupil Equity Funding from the Scottish Government was benefitting young people.

Politics

9 d. ago North Lanarkshire’s Health and Social Care Partnership finance report shows underspend

The report, which covers April 2024 - February 2025, projected an underspend of £3.8 million against an overall £264 million budget.

Economics

1 week ago Funding boost for Falkirk schools to tackle poverty gap 'vital to pupils'

A team working with pupils, families and schools is making it easier for pupils to attend school

Politics

1 week ago Department of Work and Pensions hails 'great work' by North Lanarkshire work coaches

Across all age groups, the alternative claimant count has reduced by six per cent in the past year as more people get into work.

Economics

1 week ago Residents concerns over increase in parked cars as new football facility opens in Cleland

North Lanarkshire Council has confirmed that parking was deemed 'adequate'

Politics

1 week ago North Lanarkshire Council advancing ambitious tower strategy to replace outdated high

More than 1600 properties have been vacated as part of Phase 1, with several towers now demolished and others repurposed to support the Ukraine Resettlement Programme.

Politics