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This Week in Airdrie

Airdrie is buzzing with a mix of political excitement, sporting triumphs, and community initiatives this week. On the political front, Avi Lewis has secured a significant victory as the new NDP leader

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East Kilbride vocalist joins 11-piece soul band for special homecoming show

The McCommitments have performed at venues across the country, including Airdrie Town Hall and MacArts in Galashiels, where the band has previously sold out shows.

Daily Record·19h ago
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Domestic abuser turned nasty towards new girlfriend during luxury weekend break after being freed from prison

Airdrie Sheriff Court heard the woman was in agony after Kieran Lindsay assaulted her and she cut short her stay at the holiday lodge.

Daily Record·23h ago
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Woman, 45, dies after fatal crash in Airdrie, with police now appealing for information

At around 6.35pm on Tuesday, August 25, officers received a report of a crash involving a blue Audi A3 and a female pedestrian on the town's Varnsdorf Way.

Daily Record·1d ago
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Paramedics and police swarm Airdrie street amid emergency incident

Images of the incident shared with Glasgow Live show at least six emergency vehicles on the scene.

Glasgow Live·1d ago
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Author and illustrator Sue Hendra brings 'Supertato' fun to Monklands schools

The visits to New Monkland Primary in Glenmavis and Airdrie's Golfhill Primary were backed by Albert Bartlett’s 'Supertato' on-pack promotion.

Daily Record·2d ago
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Mid-market rent homes plans see proposed 28-home pilot at Airdrie's Coats House

Mid-market rent sits between social and private rents and is aimed at people in work on modest incomes who may be struggling to access social housing, buy their own home or afford private rents.

Daily Record·5d ago
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Airdrie super slimmer marks early weight-loss consultant success

Marion Stallard took on new role with Slimming World after retiring from business, and her own six-stone-plus weight loss journey.

Daily Record·6d ago
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Teen girl self harmed after abusive boyfriend sent naked photo to family members

Airdrie Sheriff Court heard Brendan Grey had left his victim 'broken'.

Glasgow Live·6d ago
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Airdrie Town Hall to host new musical 'Witch Hunt'

Powerful story inspired by the Scottish witch trials driven by a high-energy electronic dance music score.

Daily Record·6d ago
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Teen girl resorted to self-harm after 'controlling and abusive' boyfriend mailed naked photo of her to family members

Brendan Gray's behaviour during their short relationship left his young victim "broken", Airdrie Sheriff Court was told.

Daily Record·20 Aug
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New £186k pump track at Airdrie Leisure Centre starting to take shape

The facility will give locals a space to enjoy BMX biking, scootering, cycling and other wheeled activities, in addition to the adjacent skatepark.

Daily Record·19 Aug
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Airdrie nursery receives postitive inspection report

Kirktonholme Childcare will face no further visits from His Majesty's Inspectorate of Education (HMIE) in Scotland relating to this inspection.

Daily Record·19 Aug
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Rocky View continues to monitor crop development, weeds and pest species this summer

Here in Airdrie, local farmers are working hard to keep our fields healthy this summer. They're keeping a close eye on how the crops are growing, as well as tackling any weeds or pests that pop up. It's all part of ensuring a good harvest for our community.

Airdrie City View·19 Aug
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Second data centre planned for Lanarkshire as regulations tightened

Exciting news for our town! DataVita is planning to build a second data centre right here in Airdrie, building on their existing presence. This is a fantastic development for our area, especially with its designation as an AI growth zone.

BBC Scotland·18 Aug
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Lanarkshire mum shares daughter's hilarious before and after snaps of her first day at school

Four-year-old Mollie McGowan had an exciting first day at St Edward's Primary in Airdrie and it showed at pick up time.

Glasgow Live·14 Aug
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Lanarkshire Business Excellence Awards Dinner tickets now on sale

The awards are hosted by North and South Lanarkshire councils and, this year, sponsored by Airdrie potato giants Albert Bartlett.

Daily Record·13 Aug
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Repeat drugs offender jailed despite 'extremely difficult' health problems

Brian McShane, 51, was sentenced at Airdrie Sheriff Court after he was caught with cocaine worth more than £5000.

Daily Record·12 Aug
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Scots singer M. John Henry to bring acoustic celebration of acclaimed album to Airdrie Town Hall

Marking 20 years since the release of 'Mend', the intimate live performance takes place on Friday, October 16.

Daily Record·12 Aug
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Airdrie Golf Club’s annual charity event raises over £6k

Funds will go to SAMH (Scottish Action for Mental Health) and Eddlewood Sports Centre.

Daily Record·11 Aug
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Federation of Master Builders Scotland brokers partnership involving Airdrie firm

Link between sustainable insulation specialist Sisalwool and MKM Airdrie will see natural fibre insulation on the shelves.

Daily Record·10 Aug
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'Still Game' star Jane McCarry bringing 'Whits Yer Chat' show to Airdrie Town Hall

Beloved Scots actress and comedian, who played 'Isa' in 'Still Game', will take to the stage on September 13.

Daily Record·6 Aug
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Get Walking Lanarkshire looking for more Airdrie and Coatbridge walk leaders

If you enjoy walking and would like to help others become more active, organisers are looking for you.

Daily Record·5 Aug
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Airdrie tower block residents enjoy faster, more reliable broadband thanks to council digital inclusion initiative

Council leader Jim Logue and housing convener Michael McPake recently visited the high-rise complex to meet residents and students taking part in the council's Summer Student Placement Programme.

Daily Record·5 Aug
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Screwfix to hold Airdrie pop-up event to help equip trades with AI tools to grow businesses

Collaboration between firm and Google will showcase residents can use AI tools already in their pockets to give them more time to focus on the tasks that they find most rewarding.

Daily Record·4 Aug
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Airdrie family among hundreds to benefit from neonatal and paediatric Hospital at Home services

Report by Healthcare Improvement Scotland shows 340 babies and children were seen by services between November last year and April 2026.

Daily Record·4 Aug
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Monklands men join Persimmon Homes West Scotland as apprentice bricklayers

Nathan Smyth, 25,, from Airdrie, and Jordan Atkinson, 20, of Coatbridge, have been recruited as part of the housebuilder’s latest intake of apprentices.

Daily Record·4 Aug
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Miss Scotland giving her backing to St Andrew's Hospice

Catwalk queen Eilidh MacDonald hosted a fun-filled Miss Scotland Charity Lunch event at Maison by Glaschu which raised more than £6000 for the Airdrie charity.

Daily Record·4 Aug
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Comedy show The Therapy Room returning to Airdrie Town Hall

Featuring some of the country's best-loved comedians alongside exciting rising stars, this is the perfect night out for comedy fans across Lanarkshire and beyond.

Daily Record·3 Aug
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Charity Cinnamon Trust looking for additional dog walking volunteers in Airdrie

Could you volunteer to offer some support to an older resident of the town - and their delightful little dog who would love some walking companions?

Daily Record·3 Aug
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Teen trio face music for series of violent attacks on other youngsters in Airdrie and Coatbridge

Weapons were involved in two assaults and a sheriff said it was a "blessing" nobody was badly hurt.

Daily Record·3 Aug
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Airdrie KFC opening attended by North Lanarkshire’s Provost

The Carlisle Road restaurant has created 65 new jobs in the local community,

Daily Record·30 Jul
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Two men jailed after teenager slashed during Halloween attack in Cumbernauld

The duo were sentenced separately after failing to turn up for the verdict following their trial at Airdrie Sheriff Court.

Glasgow Live·25 Jul
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Two men locked up after teenager slashed during Hallowe'en attack

The pair were sentenced separately after failing to turn up for the verdict following their trial at Airdrie Sheriff Court.

Daily Record·24 Jul
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Latest André Rieu musical spectacular on big screen at Airdrie Town Hall next month

Venue’s cinema will host screenings of the 20th anniversary of the legendary musician’s iconic summer concerts on the magnificent Vrijthof square on August 9-16.

Daily Record·24 Jul
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Airdrie drug dealer caught again only days after walking free from court

Nicholas Lynch, 26, paid the price when he was jailed for two-and-a-half years at Airdrie Sheriff Court this week.

Glasgow Live·24 Jul
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Police launch urgent search for Airdrie teen missing for six days

15-year-old Jack Paterson has been reported missing from the Airdrie area.

Glasgow Live·23 Jul
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Drug dealer walked free from court only to be caught again days later

Nicholas Lynch, 26, paid the price when he was jailed for two-and-a-half years at Airdrie Sheriff Court this week.

Daily Record·23 Jul
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Drunk robbed Coatbridge shopkeeper of three lottery scratchcards

Callum Bradley, 27, was placed under social work supervision for two years at Airdrie Sheriff Court last week.

Daily Record·21 Jul
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Airdrie Town Hall to welcome critically acclaimed, multi award-winning production 'When We Were Young'

Don’t miss the powerful, emotional and often hilarious exploration of Glasgow's youth culture in the 1990s when it comes to the venue's stage on September 27.

Daily Record·17 Jul
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Repeat Lanarkshire offender caught with cocaine worth £5k faces jail sentence

Brian McShane, 51, appeared at Airdrie Sheriff Court this week and admitted being concerned in the supply of the Class A drug.

Glasgow Live·15 Jul
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Repeat drugs offender could be jailed after he was caught with cocaine worth over £5k

Brian McShane, 51, appeared at Airdrie Sheriff Court this week.

Daily Record·14 Jul
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Former Airdrie church member guilty of sexual offences on young men

John Grant was a senior figure in churches across the UK.

Glasgow Live·13 Jul
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Lanarkshire music trio to perform at Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026 opening ceremony

Airdrie singer Nathan Evans and Wishaw brothers Alan and Stevie Jukes, aka band Saint PHNX, will be on the bill of the July 23 event.

Daily Record·9 Jul
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Teen trio responsible for series of attacks on other youngsters in Airdrie and Coatbridge

Weapons were involved in two assaults and a sheriff said it was a "blessing" nobody was badly hurt.

Daily Record·9 Jul
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Airdrie sex offender back behind bars after being caught again with child abuse material

Martin Grimason, 35, admitted downloading indecent images between February 2023 and June last year.

Daily Record·8 Jul
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Coatbridge MP warns decision to reject NHS Lanarkshire's business case for new University Hospital Monklands could result in 'scaled-back hospital'

Frank McNally spoke after attending a packed public meeting held in Airdrie Working Men's Club.

Daily Record·8 Jul
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Hundreds attend latest North Lanarkshire Community Connections Day

Airdrie Islamic Centre hosted the festivities, which were organised by Friends of Airdrie and Coatbridge Islamic Centre (FACIC) and North Lanarkshire Muslim Women and Family Alliance (NLMWFA).

Daily Record·7 Jul
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Ambulances waiting outside Scottish hospitals for up to 18 hours

Freedom of Information data showed the longest ambulance turnaround time so far this year was 18 hours and 18 minutes at Monklands Hospital in Airdrie.

The Scotsman·6 Jul
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North Lanarkshire Council receives planning application for 45 new Airdrie homes

The application, submitted on behalf of JWR Holdings, seeks planning permission in principle for the houses on land off Dykehead Road which is currently an empty field.

Daily Record·3 Jul
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Lanarkshire abuser jailed after leaving partner struggling to breathe in distressing attack

Michael Murray, 42, of Hamilton, was sentenced to 15 months at Airdrie Sheriff Court.

Glasgow Live·2 Jul