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East Kilbride set for 600 new homes after planning approval

250 of the homes will be for affordable rent and 150 will be for over 55's.

Daily Record·2d ago
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Glasgow primary pupils show 'racism the red card' in powerful message of hope

The young anti-racism campaigners from schools including Pollokshields Primary School, Thornwood Primary in Partick, Netherlee Primary in East Renfrewshire, and Sanderson High School in East Kilbride

Glasgow Live·2d ago
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Kayden Moy's murderers pose with knives in East Kilbride 'Murray Boys' gang

The three 'Murray Boys' gang members were convicted for murdering 16-year-old Kayden, of East Kilbride, who was part of a rival gang.

Glasgow Live·3d ago
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Loaves and Fishes foodbank secures 30-year lease on building

The East Kilbride charity had been operating out of Greenhills Hall and Library on a short-term, temporary basis since April last year.

Daily Record·3d ago
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Councillors to consider planning permission in principle for up to 600 homes

This would include the construction of up to 250 affordable homes and 200 private homes, as well as 150 units as part of a managed retirement village on farmland in East Kilbride.

Daily Record·3d ago
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Planning chiefs recommend refusing plans for community sports hub

East Kilbride Community Trust want to build a two-storey Community Football Spaces Building at its K-Park Training Academy in Calderglen Country Park.

Daily Record·3d ago
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Demands for zero tolerance knife policy after East Kilbride teen Kayden Moy’s murder

It comes after it emerged that one of the 16-year-old's killers previously walked free from court despite being caught carrying a machete.

Glasgow Live·4d ago
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Urgent search for missing East Kilbride woman who may have travelled to Glasgow

19-year-old Sarah Ann Paterson, known as Nova, was last seen in the Hairmyres area of East Kilbride around 12.35pm on Saturday (June 6).

Glasgow Live·5d ago
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Kayden Moy's teen murderers caught on East Kilbride doorbell footage after stabbing

The trio were filmed running up a set of stairs in a block of flats in an attempt to hide out following the brutal killing.

Glasgow Live·5d ago
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Man rushed to hospital after crash at busy East Kilbride roundabout

Emergency services were alerted to the two-vehicle smash on the A725 Whirlies Roundabout on Wednesday afternoon.

Glasgow Live·3 Jun
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Busy East Kilbride roundabout closed after crash as drivers urged to avoid area

The A725 is shut off at Whirlies Roundabout after the crash, which occurred at around 3.10pm this afternoon.

Glasgow Live·3 Jun
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East Kilbride man returns to ward that saved his life - this time as volunteer

After spending days in the intensive care unit (ICU) at Glasgow Royal Infirmary (GRI), Willie Millar never imagined he would one day return – not as a patient, but as a volunteer supporting others thr

Daily Record·2 Jun
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Two Lanarkshire schools to be part of Youth and Philanthropy Initiative National Event

Pupils from Firpark Secondary School in Motherwell and young people from St Andrew’s and St Bride’s High School in East Kilbride will be part of the national event.

Daily Record·25 May
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Celtic fan from East Kilbride walks out with Scottish Cup Final officials

Des Garrity took part as a referee mascot through Football Memories Scotland.

Daily Record·25 May
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Crossing upgrade completed in Whitlawburn

The new toucan crossing is located on the A749 East Kilbride Road near its junction with St Stephens Avenue and has been installed by South Lanarkshire Council, in partnership with Walk Wheel Cycle Tr

Daily Record·22 May
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Work underway on 40 new council homes in East Kilbride

The new homes are being constructed by Barratt Homes West Scotland for the council and aim to accommodate a range of housing needs for the area.

Daily Record·21 May
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New path opened to connect East Kilbride school to leisure facilities

The new walkway connects St Leonards Primary School with Brancumhall recreation facilities, it will provide a safer and more accessible route for residents of all ages.

Daily Record·21 May
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Hairmyres station marking first anniversary

The £16 million station officially opened on 19 May 2025, following a 16‑week closure of the East Kilbride line between January and May to allow for electrification works and the relocation of Hairmyr

Daily Record·20 May
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Former professional ice skater bringing her fitness expertise to East Kilbride

Tanika Mackinnon is a coach and nutritionist and has spent 15 years working in the fitness and wellbeing space, supporting women through major life transitions such as motherhood and perimenopause.

Daily Record·20 May
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Boys in playpark crash after high speed chase in East Kilbride

The victim was driving in the area when he saw a Ford Transit following him at high speed.

Daily Record·20 May
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East Kilbride dad a 'fool' over child abuse images

Christopher Harris said he'd been a "fool" but couldn't overcome his addiction to porn.

Daily Record·19 May
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Meeting over growing number of deer in and around towns, including East Kilbride

‘Meeting of Minds’ focused on how deer populations can be managed more effectively.

Daily Record·18 May
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East Kilbride Mountaineering Club invites locals to join them in great outdoors

Affiliated to Mountaineering Scotland, the South Lanarkshire club has a varied calendar.

Daily Record·14 May
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East Kilbride Camera Club focus on last competition of season

An impressive 80 pictures were entered and Dave Ferguson was the judge for the evening.

Daily Record·13 May
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Coalburn Silver Band are returning to East Kilbride Old Parish Church

The talented musicians are performing the annual concert.

Daily Record·13 May
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Plans for 18 council flats in East Kilbride have get green light

Plans to build 18 new council flats on the former Lindsay House have been approved

Daily Record·13 May
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Glasgow Central trains face rush hour disruption as replacement buses in place

Trains running between Glasgow Central and Barrhead, East Kilbride, Kilmarnock, Carlisle via Dumfries, Newton and Cathcart Circle are seeing disruption.

Glasgow Live·12 May
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East Kilbride estate agency and mortgage broker announce merger

Angel Homes and The Home Hub have merged to create Angel Home Hub.

Daily Record·12 May
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Former Rolls-Royce site in East Kilbride is brought to market

Shepherd Chartered Surveyors says: "We anticipate significant interest from developers and owner-occupiers alike."

Daily Record·8 May
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Man caught with £94k cannabis cultivation in East Kilbride tried to flee during police raid

Albanian national Orlando Kreka, 29, was captured by officers after trying to flee the property.

Glasgow Live·6 May
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Cannabis gardener caught as he tried to flee from house in East Kilbride

Albanian national Orlando Kreka, 29, appeared from custody at Hamilton Sheriff Court.

Daily Record·5 May
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Young East Kilbride driver inhaled laughing gas before causing four-vehicle crash

A 17-year-old girl in Ahmed’s car suffered fractures to her spine and arm and has been left with deep vein thrombosis. She has been unable to work since the crash.

Glasgow Live·5 May
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South Lanarkshire opticians celebrating after being presented with top industry award

Specsavers East Kilbride, which is locally owned and run, was awarded the Total Care Award at the annual Specsavers Awards for Excellence ceremony, having been selected above every other store across

Daily Record·30 Apr
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East Kilbride man conquers world’s toughest ultra-marathon in memory of mum

Derek McEwan completed the Marathon des Sable this month, running 270km through the Moroccan Sahara in six days, despite scorching sands, 50C heat, rain and sand storms.

Daily Record·27 Apr
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'My north star kept me going': East Kilbride man conquers world’s toughest ultra-marathon

Derek McEwan has raised nearly £50,000 in aid of the Catherine McEwan Foundation, founded in memory of his mum who died at the early age of 37.

Glasgow Live·26 Apr
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Lanarkshire domestic abuser jailed for breaching two non-harassment orders

Officers found the couple together at Thomas Murphy’s home in East Kilbride in March.

Glasgow Live·24 Apr
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East Kilbride Hiking Club have been busy exploring the hills

Members have enjoyed a number of trips in recent weeks.

Daily Record·24 Apr
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People fled East Kilbride house after guest grabbed knife from kitchen drawer

The court heard the yob had little sleep and had taken “substances” which led to his “erratic” behaviour.

Daily Record·21 Apr
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Two men jailed after machete attack and robbery at East Kilbride property

The pair demanded money and the victim was struck on the body with a machete before being robbed of cash, the court heard.

Glasgow Live·19 Apr
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Two thugs jailed after machete attack on man in East Kilbride

Craig Chalmers, 29, and Christopher Black, 33, admitted forcing entry to a house in Maple Terrace and assaulting the male victim on July 4 last year.

Daily Record·17 Apr
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Balaclava-clad thugs attack two men in terrifying East Kilbride break-in

Two men wearing balaclavas forced their way into the house and assaulted the two occupants.

Glasgow Live·17 Apr
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East Kilbride residents urged to submit objections to "appropriation" of land site

The council has con­firmed res­id­ents now have until May 6 to lodge objec­tions to its pro­posal to “appro­pri­ate the use of open space land at West­wood Hill” for an afford­able hous­ing devel­op­m

Daily Record·17 Apr
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East Kilbride Sea Cadets looking for volunteers to join as instructors

Ideally instructors would have experience in boating and watersports activities, have military experience with a keen interest of working with young people and First Aid.

Daily Record·15 Apr
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East Kilbride Litter Pickers back council's #SpringCleanScotland events

The council provides bags and litter sticks as well as arranging for the uplift of the bags once the local clean-up has been completed.

Daily Record·14 Apr
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Man faces nine-month curfew after attacking Good Samaritan in East Kilbride

Scott Tennant, 42, admitted charges of assault and threatening or abusive behaviour.

Daily Record·13 Apr
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Six-bed farmhouse with heated pool and Victorian glasshouse hits the market in East Kilbride

The six-bed property, which features rustic decor throughout, has been described as enjoying scenic views across the area.

Glasgow Live·12 Apr
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East Kilbride Camera Club members focus on wildlife and nature

This was the penultimate competition of the season.

Daily Record·10 Apr
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East Kilbride mum drops incredible 7st after being given cruel nickname

Today, she stands 7st 1lb lighter, but the number alone doesn't tell the story.

Glasgow Live·10 Apr
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Green light for ambitious plan to transform East Kilbride town centre

Councillors on South Lanarkshire’s planning committee unanimously approved the application for redevelopment of the Centre West site.

Daily Record·6 Apr
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Former Ivy chef to launch new spring/summer menus at Ruby’s East Kilbride

Damiano Vitti trained at the prestigious Gambero Rosso in Italy before refining his skills in some of the country’s most respected kitchens, including the two-Michelin-starred Il Duomo and the one-Mic

Daily Record·6 Apr