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This Week in Rutherglen

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91-year-old man dies after being hit by truck in devastating Rutherglen crash

Officers were called to Ballochmill Road at around 11.25am on Tuesday, September 29.

Glasgow Live·1 Oct
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Glasgow traveller family blamed for firebombing van in brutal war between clans

The longstanding dispute between the two families intensified earlier this month following a confrontation in Rutherglen.

Glasgow Live·30 Sept
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Pedestrian, 91, seriously injured after being hit by truck in Rutherglen

Emergency services raced to the scene on Tuesday morning.

Glasgow Live·30 Sept
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M74 near Rutherglen closed as police warn motorists to 'avoid area' after crash

Motorists are asked to avoid the area.

Glasgow Live·29 Sept
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Crews battle fire at former Rutherglen school just months after its closure

No injuries were reported and crews remain on the scene today, Saturday.

Glasgow Live·12 Sept
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Cambuslang and Rutherglen community groups are in line for council grants

Final decisions on how much each group receives will be made by councillors at a committee on September 2.

Daily Record·28 Aug
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Rutherglen MSP backs surveys exploring families' experiences of going online

Two Scottish Government surveys will explore families’ experiences of smartphones, social media and being online.

Daily Record·25 Aug
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Burnside Scouts celebrate 115 years during Scotland's largest free festival

Get along to the Scout Hall on Rutherglen's Crawfurd Road as part of the 36th Doors Open Days Festival.

Daily Record·21 Aug
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Rutherglen 900 to hold public meeting about Overtoun Park Bandstand

The event will also explore the possibility of re-establishing a Friends of Overtoun Park group to help support the park’s future.

Daily Record·20 Aug
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Lanarkshire police vow to tackle 'concerning youth disorder' in areas of Rutherglen

Western Avenue and Toryglen Road have seen residents concerned by youths throwing fireworks, and recently a Glasgow delivery driver was assaulted and robbed in the area.

Glasgow Live·15 Aug
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Rutherglen launches book festival to celebrate town's 900th anniversary

Frank Quitely, Michael Mullen and Denise Mina are among the star names appearing in the royal burgh during this autumn's month-long festival.

Daily Record·14 Aug
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Glasgow JustEat driver pelted with eggs during delivery in sickening racist attack

Abdul Begum said he was left in tears following the terrifying hate crime while he was out delivering a McDonald's order in Rutherglen.

Glasgow Live·14 Aug
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Rutherglen to get ‘increased visible police presence’ after youth disorder

Lanarkshire Police are responding to incidents around Western Avenue and Toryglen Road.

Daily Record·14 Aug
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Rutherglen MSP welcomes stats showing university places for 18-year-olds

Clare Haughey says “This is fantastic news for young people in Rutherglen and Cambuslang, and across Scotland."

Daily Record·10 Aug
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Businesses club together at Rutherglen's Topgolf for latest Clyde Gateway Transition to Net Zero networking event

The gathering saw the programme celebrate supporting more than 60 businesses since its launch in early 2024.

Daily Record·7 Aug
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Rutherglen man becomes construction manager at Persimmon Homes West Scotland

Jack Sloss swapped a career in the Royal Navy for housebuilding.

Daily Record·5 Aug
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Rutherglen MSP welcomes Scottish Government financial support for families with hospitalised children

Through the Young Patients Family Fund, the Scottish Government has provided over £72,000 this financial year to families receiving care from NHS Lanarkshire.

Daily Record·5 Aug
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South Lanarkshire launches recruitment drive for Home Carers

The partnership is recruiting home carers to support older and disabled residents in communities including Hamilton, East Kilbride, Clydesdale and Rutherglen and Cambuslang.

Daily Record·4 Aug
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University professor wins 2026 British Educational Research Association (BERA) Equality in Education Award

Dr Khadija Mohammed formerly taught at a Rutherglen primary school.

Daily Record·3 Aug
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Rutherglen 900 Bowling Invitation Mixed Fours Tournament a 'fantastic day'

Bowling clubs from across the Rutherglen and District Bowling Association came together for a special showcase.

Daily Record·29 Jul
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Tree planting boost for Hamilton and Rutherglen

Extra government funding has been made available to the Clyde climate forest for additional planting

Daily Record·27 Jul
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Rutherglen and Cambuslang pubs taking part in 10 day cider festival

The craft ciders, which will include traditional apple ciders, perries and flavoured ciders, will cost £2.99 a pint.

Daily Record·21 Jul
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Hero Cambuslang teen performs CPR on man after collapsing on street

Hayden Quinn, 15, did not hesitate when the elderly man collapsed on Rutherglen Main Street.

Glasgow Live·18 Jul
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Rutherglen schools tucked into tasty treats as part of town's 900th anniversary

The themed lunch allowed the 10 primary schools to submit their own meal choice for that day, with each dish having a Rutherglen slant to it.

Daily Record·17 Jul
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Glasgow trains disrupted after emergency incident near Rutherglen

Emergency services are on the scene.

Glasgow Live·7 Jul
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Man arrested over 'serious assault' in Rutherglen as victim hospitalised

A 52-year-old man was arrested and charged in connection with the disturbance.

Glasgow Live·3 Jul
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Fire crews remain on scene of blaze at Rutherglen industrial estate for second day

Four fire appliances were initially rushed to the scene at Farmeloan Industrial Estate, and one remains in attendance this morning.

Glasgow Live·27 Jun
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Rutherglen residents told to 'close windows' as fire crews tackle blaze

Emergency services are on the scene.

Glasgow Live·26 Jun
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Trinity High's Class of 2026 celebrated prom in style at Celtic Park

A total of 126 students attended the event and they were all a credit to the Rutherglen school.

Daily Record·26 Jun
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Rutherglen mother and daughter celebrate double graduation success at Stirling

JulieAnne, 45, and Annabelle, 22, celebrated their achievements.

Daily Record·25 Jun
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Attitude Pro Wrestling delivered knockout day in Rutherglen shopping centre

A stacked line-up featured Manky Frankie, Mr Wanderer, TikTok favourite Ravie Davie, APW Scottish Champion Nick Justice, The People’s Queen Hannah Grande and The Posh Princess Kiara.

Daily Record·25 Jun
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Rotary Club of Rutherglen helped finance stunning piece of community art

The artwork is titled ‘The Cultural Flow of Immigration’ and is being exhibted at the town’s Exchange shopping centre.

Daily Record·25 Jun
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Rutherglen Rotary Club raised over £3000 for good causes at annual plant fair

The United Reformed Church on Johnstone Drive was once again the venue.

Daily Record·24 Jun
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Acclaimed classical guitarist Sasha Savaloni is heading to Rutherglen

Healthy ‘n’ Happy Community Development Trust are bringing him to their Number 18 Venue on Monday, June 22.

Daily Record·19 Jun
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Healthy ‘n’ Happy are running summer camps for kids in Rutherglen

And they will all be held at their Number 18 Venue, Farmeloan Road.

Daily Record·19 Jun
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Rutherglen came together for ‘Striding the Streets’ and ‘Party in the Park’

Take a look back at the weekend celebration that was part of the town's 900th anniversary.

Daily Record·18 Jun
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Rutherglen marks Landemer day in 900th anniversary year

Trinity High pupil Niamh Osborne was crowned as the 2026 Landemer Queen

Daily Record·12 Jun
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Rutherglen is set for community parade and a party in the park

‘Striding the Streets’ is on Saturday, June 13.

Daily Record·11 Jun
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Doors are set to close on Rutherglen's Bank of Scotland this week

Between now and October 2026, the Edinburgh-based bank giant has confirmed it will be shuttering branches located in 12 areas.

Daily Record·10 Jun
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South Lanarkshire pupils given a say in how funding is spent

A report presented to the Cambuslang and Rutherglen Area Committee on June 3 highlighted how schools are continuing to embed participatory budgeting (PB) as part of efforts to tackle inequality and im

Daily Record·8 Jun
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Rutherglen to host extra-special Landemer Day in 900th anniversary year

The town's much-loved annual celebration will take place on Saturday, June 6

Daily Record·5 Jun
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Rutherglen and Cambuslang Citizens Advice Bureau set for AGM

This will take place on Thursday, June 25, in Rutherglen Town Hall.

Daily Record·5 Jun
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Rutherglen MSP hails new first-time buyers’ scheme

The new First Homes Fund will be open to all prospective owners looking to make their first step on to the property ladder

Daily Record·4 Jun
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Renovation of historic Rutherglen bandstand underway two years after devastating deliberate fire

The 112-year-old Overtoun Bandstand was left severely damaged by an arson attack.

Glasgow Live·3 Jun
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Historic Glasgow football ground once attended by 50,000 fans set for demolition

Shawfield Stadium in Rutherglen, home to Clyde FC for nearly 90 years, will be demolished to make way for a 450-home development

Glasgow Live·25 May
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Preschool youngsters brighten day for Rutherglen shoppers

Little Pets playgroup staged their colourful Spring Sing and took part in honeybee hunt during No-Mow May

Daily Record·25 May
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Rutherglen group wins big at 1st Class Credit Union’s Money Made Human Awards

Healthy n Happy’s Executive Director Mark Soanes accepted the award, alongside Susie Heywood of Suicide Prevention Scotland and Nicola Reed of Cruse Scotland.

Daily Record·21 May
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Rutherglen school's parent council host fun-filled fair

Visitors to the fair enjoyed some fun in the sun with main attractions that included a surf board simulator, face painting, axe throwing and a silent disco.

Daily Record·20 May
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‘Our mother was more than a victim’ say grieving family as callous Rutherglen murderer jailed

Ann Coll's neighbour Clare Kilduff had walked dogs with the victim before she bludgeoned and stabbed the 61-year-old to death.

Glasgow Live·19 May