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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.

26 April 2026
Glasgow Live

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.

24 April 2026
Daily Record

East Kilbride Hiking Club have been busy exploring the hills

Members have enjoyed a number of trips in recent weeks.

24 April 2026
Daily Record

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.

21 April 2026
Glasgow Live

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.

19 April 2026
Daily Record

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.

17 April 2026
Glasgow Live

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.

17 April 2026
Daily Record

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

17 April 2026
Daily Record

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.

15 April 2026
Daily Record

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.

14 April 2026
Daily Record

Man faces nine-month curfew after attacking Good Samaritan in East Kilbride

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

13 April 2026
Glasgow Live

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.

12 April 2026
Daily Record

East Kilbride Camera Club members focus on wildlife and nature

This was the penultimate competition of the season.

10 April 2026
Glasgow Live

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.

10 April 2026
Daily Record

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.

6 April 2026
Daily Record

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

6 April 2026
Daily Record

Dig up some fun this half-term at the National Museum of Rural Life

Spring has arrived at the East Kilbride venue.

3 April 2026
Daily Record

Funding boost for recreational spaces across South Lanarkshire

Schools getting MUGA upgrades are Hareleeshill Primary in Larkhall, Lanark Primary, Robert Smillie Primary in Larkhall and St Vincent’s Primary in East Kilbride.

2 April 2026
Daily Record

East Kilbride Coca-Cola bottler to support Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

Team Scotland gymnast and local Eilidh Gorrell was at the site to reflect on the upcoming competition.

2 April 2026
Daily Record

Scottish Conservatives hail work of East Kilbride company following visit

Tory candidate Brian Whittle said that Glencairn Crystal are “world-renowned” and that businesses like this are the “lifeblood” of communities such as East Kilbride and right across Scotland.

2 April 2026

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