News
Carnwath folk asked for their views on the village’s future
THOSE living in Carnwath and the surrounding area are being asked for their views on all aspects of the village’s life and future.
Natasha Paton FAI verdict released
THE accident which claimed the life of Lanark Grammar School pupil Natasha Paton has been blamed squarely on the driver Raymond Munro.
Carluke set for its inaugural Jam Festival on October 4 and 5
CARLUKE’S inaugural Jam Festival on October 4 and October 5 this year looks like being a very juicy prospect!
More lead thefts in Clydesdale
NO public building in Clydesdale - ranging from schools to kirks - seems to be safe from a sudden spate of lead thefts.
Week-long ban for Lanark off-licence
Lanark licensed grocer Gibby’s has been banned from selling drink for a week, after selling vodka to a 16-year-old boy.
The boy was sent in by the police, in an undercover test puchase.
And it was the second time the shop, G&F Ireland in Smyllum Road, Lanark, has been hauled before the Clydesdale Licensing Board for the same offence.
Controversial opencast coal mine at Carluke’s Hyndshaw Farm is approved by council planners
A CONTROVERSIAL opencast coal mine, on the outskirts of Carluke, has been given the go ahead by South Lanarkshire Council planners.
Sport
Forth Wanderers manager Jamie McKenzie leaves club
FORTH Wanderers this week parted company with manager Jamie McKenzie – with work commitments blamed for the axing.
Motherwell FC’s Stevie Hammell loved his testimonial golf day at Carluke
MOTHERWELL ace Stevie Hammell has revealed how he almost landed a remarkable hole-in-one on his Testimonial Golf Day at Carluke Golf Club.
Jetski champion Jason Young from Kirkmuirhill prepares to defend his title
JET SKIING superstar Jason Young is brimming with confidence ahead of the start of the sport’s European Championships.
Paul ‘Power’ Bowerbank wins Spirit of Knockhill
MOTORCYCLE speed king Paul ‘The Power’ Bowerbank, from Carluke, had an eventful race meeting at the Knockhill Race Circuit over the weekend.
Silver medal for Lanark swimmer Euan McComish
LANARK Amateur Swimming Club member Euan McComish won a 200m butterfly silver medal at the Scottish Gas National Age Group Championships in Edinburgh.
Lanark Air Cadets will play hockey for Scotland
Three Lanark cadets have been selected to represent Scotland in a national hockey competition.
Lifestyle
Sunny hopes for Lesmahagow Show
THE agricultural show season in Clydesdale kicks off this Saturday, May 25, with Lesmahagow Farmers’ Society hoping for a big turn out of sheep, cattle and horses.
Lanark’s Corra Linn Art Group prepares for this year’s exhibition
MEMBERS of Lanark’s Corra Linn Art Group have been putting the finishing touches to this year’s exhibition.
Property - do-it-yourself
If you’ve watched one episode of Grand Designs too many and have been bitten by the self-build bug, be prepared for a bumpy ride.
Done roman? get the villa look
An airy, elegant home with decorative tiles and nature-inspired murals, where the outdoors blends seamlessly with the indoors, would be an enviable property by today’s standards.
Property - Do-it-yourself tips
One of the best ways to make your home more suited to your needs, especially if you have a growing family or want to work from home, is to add a bedroom.
Relic-filled homes to relish
There’s an almost tangible feeling of calm and comfort as you enter Alex Legendre’s house with its muted palette of earthy colours, lath and plaster walls, wide reclaimed floorboards and collection of quirky treasures.
Community
Clydesdale couples could have their wedding broadcast on silver screen
CLYDESDALE newlyweds could see their big day on the silver screen - thanks to an exciting competition run by a Lanark videographer.
Biggar couple enjoy new energy saving guest house
THE owners of a Biggar guest house are racing away from rivals in the energy-saving stakes after installing charge points for electric cars.
Lanark Grammar and St Aidan’s High pupils bid to banish bigotry
SIXTY pupils from Lanark Grammar and St Aidan’s High School were urged to banish bigotry during a friendly game.
Carluke’s Sinead takes charity beauty title
Sinead McQuade was third overall in the Miss Caledonia beauty pageant on Sunday.
Four young people from Carluke to work with poor families in Malawi
FOUR young people from Carluke are about to set off for a trip with a difference - working with poor families in Malawi.
Clydesdale farmers pull for place in tug of war finals
A large field of nine teams, five with girls and four with boys, turned out on Sunday night in a bid to pull their way into the next rounds of the national Young Farmers Tug of War competition.
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Weather for Carluke
Thursday 23 May 2013
Today
Light showers
Temperature: 3 C to 9 C
Wind Speed: 24 mph
Wind direction: North west
Tomorrow
Sunny spells
Temperature: 3 C to 12 C
Wind Speed: 18 mph
Wind direction: North east
