A special service at the Civic Centre in Motherwell today marked 80 years since the end of the Far East campaign in WWII, honouring the courage and sacrifice of those who fought and suffered so far from home.

Demolition work has started on the old Chapelhall Senior Citizens Centre, making space for a brand-new community hub in the heart of the village.

Talented young people from across North Lanarkshire were recognised at a special celebration event on Friday 8 August at Ravenscraig Sports Facility, marking the successful conclusion of our record-breaking Student Summer Placement Programme 2025.

Pupils from schools across North Lanarkshire were celebrating this week as they received their SQA exam results.

Two new awards encouraging young people to take part in community-based and outdoor activities have been launched.