10 h. ago South Lanarkshire community networking event to help challenge poverty

Get along to the council's HQ on Friday, October 10, any time between noon and 4pm.

Politics

59 h. ago ScotRail: Storm Amy was significant’ weather event that created real challenges

More than 480 incidents were reported, the railways operator said as SSEN revealed about 1,400 Scots homes remained without power.

Events

65 h. ago New energy advice and retrofit service for South Lanarkshire householders

The new Changeworks programme offers a helpline, planning tool and community events

Politics

67 h. ago Hamilton MP welcomes £20m government funding for South Lanarkshire

Imogen Walker says the Pride in Place cash boost will be "transformational".

Economics

3 d. ago War over words breaks out over road safety on South Lanarkshire school journeys

The SNP hit out at serious and valid safety concerns" over pupils' journeys while Labour's council leader accused his rivals of using the issue as a “political football”.

Events

6 d. ago Winter heating payment reminder for South Lanarkshire pensioners

It is estimated that over one million pensioners in Scotland will receive Pension Age Winter Heating Payment.

Economics

7 d. ago South Lanarkshire compost project again overwhelmed by demand

Another 330 compost bins were made available in an expanded pilot scheme - and were all allocated to keen householders within a day

Politics

9 d. ago Dolly Parton forced to skip another big event amid mystery 'health challenges' as fan concern grows

The 79-year-old country music legend will not be present at the 16th Governor Awards in Hollywood, California on November 16 according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Politics

9 d. ago South Lanarkshire expands popular compost bin pilot scheme following demand

Householders now have a second chance to obtain a free home composter - after first-phase supplies ran out within two hours

Politics

1 week ago Rutherglen MSP welcomes Adult Disability Payment support in South Lanarkshire

The payment, distributed by Social Security Scotland, goes to those with a long-term disability or health condition that impacts their everyday life.

Politics

1 week ago South Lanarkshire pupils are getting involved in Recycle Week

Pupils will continue to do their part to make sure that litter is disposed of correctly either by recycling or using the many general waste bins provided up and down the streets.

Politics

2 w. ago Construction begins on new homelessness village in South Lanarkshire

Work has officially started on an innovative, purpose-built supported accommodation in Rutherglen.

Society

2 w. ago Meet the Scottish pensioner, 88, graduating from university in same year as his granddaughter

He decided to start studying the course out of a ‘life-long curiosity’ for the subject.

Politics

2 w. ago Stirling to host Scotland's Recovery Walk this weekend for those impacted by drug and alcohol abuse

The free national event is dedicated to challenging stigma, celebrating recovery, and making recovery visible by supporting individuals, families, and communities

Events

2 w. ago Annual performance report from South Lanarkshire Integration Joint Board

Commitment to collaboration and protecting those most at risk are at the forefront of work.

Politics

2 w. ago Almost 200 people living in Lanarkshire lose their lives due to alcohol new figures reveal

By council area, North Lanarkshire had the second highest number of deaths in Scotland with 101 people, while in South Lanarkshire 75 people lost their lives due to alcohol.

Politics

2 w. ago Hamilton Accies takeover latest as former director makes claim against club

Accies are still hoping to push through a deal with a consortium to take control of the South Lanarkshire side

Politics

2 w. ago Call to get out and enjoy South Lanarkshire's nature reserves

Across the region there are 17 Local Nature reserves which are mostly close to towns.

Politics

2 w. ago The race to find a way to recycle old turbine blades from windfarms

Made from carbon fibre, they are difficult to break down, but in UK and elsewhere in Europe there are plans to tackle the wasteIn the Scottish port town of Irvine in Aryshire, almost 80 of Britain’s oldest wind turbine blades lie disused in an old warehouse.Thirty years ago they towered 55 metres above the South Lanarkshire countryside, powering Scotland’s first commercial windfarm at Hagshaw Hill. Today, they wait for a green energy breakthrough of another kind: blade recycling. Continue reading...

Sport

2 w. ago Man and his Labrador mauled by 'Bullies and Staffys' during simple dog walk

A 65-year-old man was rushed to hospital after being mauled by a pack of 'Bullies and Staffys' in Cambuslang, South Lanarkshire, on Friday evening

Politics