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Lanarkshire mum whose newborn son spent 126 days in hospital says maternity review should include neonatal care

Lynne McRitchie, who has been relentlessly campaigning to stop the downgrade of Wishaw Hospital's NICU, said she is "disappointed" the government's maternity review is not focusing on care for newborn

29 September 2026
Daily Record

Specsavers sponsors Wishaw Golf Club championship for second year in a row

As well as sponsoring the event, the team joined players on the final day, providing water, sweets, golf tees and pencils.

24 September 2026
Daily Record

Motherwell and Wishaw MSP Clare Adamson backs Asda's Tickled Pink campaign

Fundraising activities will take place throughout October in support of Breast Cancer Now and CoppaFeel!

23 September 2026
Daily Record

Couple donate over £15k to University Hospital Wishaw's Neonatal Unit in memory of twin daughters

Lisa and Ian Stewart raised an incredible £15,653 through a 23-mile Kiltwalk and fundraising race night, supported by family, friends and their local community.

23 September 2026
Glasgow Live

Wishaw care home worker warned after assaulting resident and colleague with pillow

Lauren Garry was convicted at Hamilton Sheriff Court following the incident.

18 September 2026
Daily Record

New eight-lane running track officially opens at Wishaw Sports Centre

The track has undergone a complete resurfacing with a high-performance Conipur technical sports surface, providing athletes with a modern facility designed to support training, competition and communi

18 September 2026
Daily Record

Wishaw social care worker sanctioned by regulator after assault conviction

Lauren Garry was convicted of assault at Hamilton Sheriff Court in June last year.

16 September 2026
Glasgow Live

Lanarkshire councillor blasts vile sectarian graffiti sprayed across Wishaw wall

"Sectarianism has no place in our communities."

16 September 2026
Daily Record

Wishaw group hit out at ongoing sectarian graffiti blighting their community

Members of Coltness Community Council took to social media to highlight the ongoing graffiti wars throughout the area.

16 September 2026
Daily Record

New Powerchair football team aiming to break down barriers for disabled North Lanarkshire young people

Titans Powerchair Football Club currently train at Ravenscraig and welcome a number of local players including those from Motherwell and Wishaw as well youngsters from across the central belt.

15 September 2026
Daily Record

Police launch partnership with range of activities for young people in Wishaw

The launch event will take place on Friday, September 25, at 3pm at Beltane Park, where local organisations will come together to showcase what’s on offer including E-Sports gaming, football sessions

15 September 2026
Daily Record

Motherwell, Wishaw and Carluke MP encourages schools and youth groups to take part in UK Parliament Week

The annual event, running from 23 to 29 November, raises awareness of what the UK Parliament is, what it does and how people can get involved.

14 September 2026
Daily Record

Inspectors say Wishaw school needs additional support in order to raise attainment

Staff at Netherton Primary School were told by inspectors that “there is an urgent need to improve the strategic leadership of learning, teaching and assessment and raising attainment and achievement”

9 September 2026
Daily Record

Association of British Dispensing Opticians visit Specsavers Wishaw as part of profession centenary

Visit recognises the vital role dispensing opticians play in delivering high quality primary eye care and supporting patients and communities across the UK.

3 September 2026
Daily Record

Wishaw's Level Up Music is official sponsor of Carluke Thistle

The group music school owned by Andy McLaughlan has thrown its support behind the club as it builds on a strong start to its league cup campaign.

2 September 2026
Daily Record

MSP says Scots £2 bus fare cap will be 'game changer' for Motherwell and Wishaw constituency

Clare Adamson has welcomed the measure, which will help encourage people to travel by public transport, with reduced fares putting more money back into their pockets.

2 September 2026
Daily Record

Wishaw one of four UK places to receive £1.5m Communities for Children funding over next five years

Corra Foundation, who will benefit from the welcome financial boost, have a vision for a society where people can “create positive change and enjoy fulfilling lives”.

2 September 2026
Daily Record

Motherwell and Wishaw MSP hails Council Tax Reduction scheme figures

Clare Adamson highlighted how 35,350 residents in North Lanarkshire are in receipt of the discount.

31 August 2026
Daily Record

Police found £30k of cocaine when they raided Wishaw mum's home

Sentence was deferred on her until September 30 for background reports and an electronic tagging assessment.

31 August 2026
Daily Record

Over 13.3 million free bus journeys made by young people in North Lanarkshire

Motherwell and Wishaw MSP Clare Adamson has welcomed the news that so many young people across Motherwell and Wishaw and beyond have been able to access employment, education and leisure opportunities

27 August 2026

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