East Kilbride community competition winners donate prize to help save hospice

East Kilbride off-licence has had its knuckles rapped for allegedly selling booze to under-agers.

East Kilbride man who told his ex-girlfriend he hoped to find that she had killed herself has been hit with a fine.

'Hairmyres Hospital creep nearly broke my relationship'“This is absolutely the best day of my life,” Andrew added.

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,

East Kilbride woman has told of her heartache after she discovered her partner’s memorial tree had been “ripped up by scumbags”. Karen D’arcy planted the shrub in Calderglen Park in memory of her late boyfriend, Allan Wood.Allan sadly lost his life in November last year, with his poste mortem pointing to pneumonia – but Karen believes her love died of coronavirus.In a bid to remember Allan, Karen, 36, planted a tree in July, the week of the couple’s anniversary.

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

EK teen left heartbroken as birthday gift stolen by rotten crooks“Families and friends will have been left devastated by these selfish actions to the memorial benches, users of the park that need to rest while walking all the way round have nowhere to sit.“Vandalism of any kind is selfish and disappointing.”Councillor Davie Watson said that he raised the matter with the council, but has yet to hear when work may start to repair or replace the benches because of staffing issues and a backlog of

Further job fears for EK Debenhams staffHer dad’s bike is a black and silver Trek Ex 8 29 ER with bar ends and spd pedals.CCTV captured two males approach the bikes before breaking the padlocks and making off with them, but Lesley is appealing to the public who may have seen the incident take place.Heartbreaking foodbank statistics that show food poverty in East KilbrideShe added: “Two males were dropped off from a car and approached the bikes.“It was a nice day and people were sitting round so

Teenager in hospital after being hit by a car in East KilbrideThat was followed just days later by the retailer’s announcement it was to accelerate its restructuring with the loss of almost 1000 jobs across the UK as a result of the impact of coronavirus on trading.Last month M&S said it wanted to “make three years’ progress in one” in delivering its ‘Never The Same Again’ transformation programme.But that has been expedited with this week’s announcement.Another blow for hard hit Debenhams staff

East Kilbride teenager in hospital after being hit by carPC Francis Cullen-Mulvaney told the News: "We are growing increasingly concerned for Kevin's welfare and anyone who sees him is asked to contact us as soon as possible."Celtic legend helps East Kilbride lad celebrate special occasionKevin is described as being 5ft 5in tall, of slim build with short receding hair. He has blue eyes and when last seen was wearing a dark coloured baseball cap, lightweight jacket and jogging bottoms.

Celtic legend helps East Kilbride lad celebrate special occasion“There was a woman who had pulled in at the bus stop and she was there from the start. She’s just pulled away so I think she was the one involved.“She was in tears when I walked down.

Paedo teacher jailed for abuseHe hopes to study psychology at university and had planned on doing an advanced higher in his sixth year, along with a leadership module to support his HNC, and higher photography which is also of interest.However, if his results aren’t changed on appeal or otherwise, those plans may change and could affect the path he takes into his career.Matthew’s mum, Susan, was furious at the “mess” her son’s future had been left in.She told the News: “What’s the point of

Paedo teacher jailed for abuse“What does that teach a student who wants to break out of the poverty they may be in? How does that encourage pupils to try harder.”South Lanarkshire Liberal Democrat group leader, Robert Brown, asked for the matter to be discussed at the council’s next executive committee.Councillor Brown said South Lanarkshire’s pupils “deserve the full support of their council”.

Paedo teacher jailed for abuse“But I would urge parents to give youngsters a packed lunch where possible to avoid large numbers leaving school grounds.“And I have also asked the council if the school can help get the message out as well to avoid any issues.”Lynn Sherry, Head of Education, said: “Pupils will be reminded about social-distancing, wearing of face coverings in shops and also to adhere to any measures put in place by shopkeepers.”

Paedo teacher jailed for abuseShe said: “It’s a job of many parts – helping individuals, organisations, local companies and, of course, promoting the town.“I’ve taken every opportunity to make sure constituents and the town get a fair go. My big regret is not achieving independence in the 2014 referendum – many others now share that regret.“I wish we could be further on in putting East Kilbride at the forefront of green technology and a carbon-free environment.

East Kilbride are being urged to learn from the lessons in Aberdeen.

East Kilbride Central Library will open its doors from Monday, August 10 with reduced hours and safety measures in place.

East Kilbride councillor called for action to support town centres and local businesses, as well as a stimulus package to help certain industries.

East Kilbride bus with immediate effect – the only bus that serves residents in Stewartfield and West Mains –after an initial suspension during the COVID-19 pandemic. That saw a furious backlash from the local community and elected members, with Labour’s petition having garnered 2500 signatures so far.Councillor Fagan thanked those who had supported the petition, adding: “The response to save the 31 bus has been amazing.

East Kilbride News on Tuesday morning: “I was really nervous because I didn’t sit any final exams.