News
MSP supports efforts to combat scams
MSP Margaret Mitchell has backed efforts to make people more aware of scams, how to spot them and how to report them.
Small fires could lead to a massive tragedy
Firefighters in Bellshill say the number of grass fires they are having to attend is getting out of hand, and fear one will eventually lead to tragedy.
Lawmuir come up trumps
Pupils from Lawmuir Primary School in Bellshill have won the competition to name a new woodland area near Bothwell and Fallside.
Burger off with drive-through plan
The operator of a Flemington car wash has told of his horror after finding out McDonald’s wants to open a drive-through on the site.
Steel memorial bid gets a cash boost
The campaign to have a permanent memorial erected to workers who died in the Scottish steel industry got a £5,000 boost this week.
Expansion to put town on right track
A NEW international railfreight facility built on greenbelt land in Bellshill will bring massive benefits to the town, according to its developers.
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Sport
Brothers in arms have world at feet
New Stevenston kickboxer Jamie McGinnis is enjoying his new celebrity status in the village, buy says it won’t distract him from his world title fight.
If gaffer stays so might I - says Hig
SPL top scorer Michael Higdon says manager Stuart McCall’s decision over his future could play a big part in his own plans.
Ins and outs as ’Well look ahead
Motherwell made their first signing of the summer on Monday as Paul Lawson arrived at Fir Park from Ross County.
’Well lose in season finale
After last week’s party it was the morning after for Motherwell as their season ended with a damp squib in Perth on Sunday.
Fir Park gaffer says award is for everyone at the club
Motherwell manager Stuart McCall has been named Clydesdale Bank manager of the year after his side finished runners-up to Celtic.
Red alert at Hamilton Park
Hamilton Park will be on red alert after the racecourse announced it will celebrate Ginger Grouse Braveheart Night by giving free entry to redheads.
Lifestyle
Everything is just coming up roses
Spring’s weather may not be going according to plan with only occasional bursts of sunshine, but there’s no need to put up with dull, drab rooms.
Motherwell DJs set for festival
Five Motherwell DJs have been invited to perform at Scotland’s biggest dance music festival next month.
All bets off as the Wolfpack return
There’s no wedding and no bachelor party so what could go wrong when the Wolfpack hits the road in The Hangover Part III, out now at the Showcase in Bargeddie.
Time taken to let the soul breathe
Local band The Lonely Souls perform at Nice ‘N’ Sleazy in Glasgow on Saturday, June 1, and look forward to having time to showcase songs old and new.
Go time travelling
Lanarkshire is set to host the largest history and re-enactment festival ever held in Scotland over the weekend of August 17 and 18.
Property - do-it-yourself
If you’ve watched one episode of Grand Designs too many and have been bitten by the self-build bug, be prepared for a bumpy ride.
Community
Churches join forces to fight on poverty
North Motherwell Parish and St Bernadette’s Church joined forces to highlight the issue of poverty during Christian Aid week through the building of a third world shack.
Jasmine ‘hopping’ for a new home
EVERY week the Times & Speaker teams up with the Scottish SPCA in a bid to rehome a pet.
Can you rehome clever cookie Kev?
EVERY week the Times & Speaker teams up with the Scottish SPCA in a bid to rehome a pet.
Pupils urged to Dress Up and Dance
SCHOOLS in Motherwell and Bellshill are being urged to sign up for a non-uniform day to help Macmillan Cancer Support.
Firefighters turn fundraisers for cancer charity
Kind-hearted colleagues at Bellshill Fire Station have handed over a cheque for more than £1,500 to Cancer Research.
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Weather for Motherwell, Scotland
Sunday 26 May 2013
Today
Light showers
Temperature: 8 C to 15 C
Wind Speed: 15 mph
Wind direction: South west
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Temperature: 7 C to 12 C
Wind Speed: 17 mph
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