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Winning names bring a ‘grit’ deal of fun on local roads
Published: Friday, 12 September 2025
Taylor Swift, Billy Connolly and Paddington are among the real and fictional icons who have inspired the names for the council’s new gritters.
New homes at site in Larkhall given go-ahead
Approval has been given for 19 new council homes at the site of the former McWhirter House and Nesbitt Day Centre in Larkhall.
Time to use council’s sustainable travel app
During the coming weeks you can boost your BetterPoints app by travelling sustainably to the Lanarkshire Climate Action Festival.
Pupil interaction key to very good report
A primary school in Hamilton has received a very good inspection report highlighting a highly positive learning environment.
More council homes on the way
New council homes are to be purchased at a development in Jackton, East Kilbride.
Essential upgrades to roads in Law
Improvements to a road in Law are to take place from next week.
Go paperless with your council tax bill
Residents across South Lanarkshire are being encouraged to sign up for paperless council tax bills.
Childhood sweethearts still married after 60 years
EK has definitely proved far more than OK for one pair of childhood sweethearts.
New path opened between Coalburn and Lesmahagow
A new active travel path linking Coalburn and Lesmahagow has now opened.
Funding benefits will be felt throughout the community
Groups, charities and homes serving residents at all stages of life in Hamilton South ward will benefit from a financial boost.