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It was gutted by a fire in the 1980s and now only the ruined shell of this once great house remains standing. It's just one of a depressing number of grand houses and other buildings in and around Glasgow which have met a similar fate.

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Cambusnethan House near Wishaw in North Lanarkshire. Built in 1820, it was designed in a Neo-Gothic style by James Gillespie Graham.

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Motherwell and Wishaw MSP in plea to council bosses to keep sports facility open Clare Adamson has stressed that national ambitions must be matched by strong local facilities, highlighting ongoing concerns about the future of Motherwell Aquatec, which remains closed.

Full list of BT axed landlines including 20 Scottish postcodes This major wipe out of analogue copper landlines has impacted 132 postcodes across the UK.

Research campaign to improve cancer survival backed by Motherwell & Wishaw MSP The campaign focuses on cancers of the brain, liver, lung, oesophagus, pancreas and stomach – collectively known as the less survivable cancers – which continue to have the poorest survival rates in Scotland and across the UK.

Police launch appeal following wilful car fire near Wishaw Around 2.15am on Friday, January 9, police were made aware of an unoccupied car on fire outside a property on Burnhall Place in Waterloo.

Deadline approaching for Wishaw residents to have their say on pharmacy services The Netherton Partnership would like to apply to NHS Lanarkshire to open a new pharmacy offering the full range of NHS pharmaceutical services in Netherton Road.

Motherwell, Wishaw & Carluke MP welcomes housing marking stats that put constituency in pole position Factors were collated across 120 postal areas of the UK to create an overall ranking of the locations with the best prospects for 2026 – with the ML postcode area coming out on top.

John Higgins annihilates himself as snooker legend’s UK Masters grand entrance falls flat The Scot’s search for an 11th Major continues to prove elusive as Kyren Wilson grabs Masters glory

MSP urging women across Motherwell and Wishaw to attend cervical screening appointments NHS Lanarkshire is encouraging everyone aged 25 to 64 who is eligible to take up their invitation for cervical screening, highlighting that smear tests can prevent cervical cancer before it develops and save lives.

Wishaw residents asked for opinions ahead of a proposed Post Office branch move The Post Office is currently based at 194-204 Main Street but is proposing to move to the current Celebrations store at 62 Main Street.

Wishaw drivers warned of temporary restrictions on roads in coming weeks Vehicular and pedestrian access will be permitted where practical during both closures.

Wishaw MP praises work of Veterans Community Hub as group receives letter from Defence Secretary John Healey wrote to members of the Veterans Community Hub based in Craigneuk.

Tributes paid to Wishaw businessman and former Motherwell FC chairman John Chapman OBE Mr Chapman, who was awarded the OBE for services to the Scottish meat trade in the 1992 New Year Honours list, was well respected throughout the community and was a stalwart in the family’s butcher business.

Detectives appealing for information after man was assaulted and robbed in Wishaw The incident took place around 2.35pm on Wednesday, January 7, on Alexander Street near the sports centre.

Wishaw man scoops prestigious award for his work as a site manager in Hamilton Stuart Gillespie is celebrating after winning a Seal of Excellence award, placing him in the top ten site managers in Scotland in the Pride in the Job 2025 Quality Award from the National House-Building Council (NHBC), recognising his outstanding work at Oakwood View in Hamilton.

Motherwell & Wishaw MSP welcomes First Minister's plans for 2026 In a speech on Monday, John Swinney highlighted improving performance in the NHS and schools

Affordable homes plan for Ravenscraig approved by North Lanarkshire Council Submitted by McTaggart Construction, North Lanarkshire Council and Ravenscraig Limited, the new homes will be built on Prospecthill Road, adding to the growing residential community within the site of the former steelworks.

Wishaw slimming consultant shares top tips for losing weight this year From remarkable target achievements to gentle, accessible movement through yoga, Lian McCulloch's approach blends compassion with proven strategy.

Wishaw woman shows off remarkable weight loss After losing her wee sister, two years of broken sleep, comfort eating, and the sudden crash of menopause symptoms left Lynda Murray exhausted in every possible way.

Motherwell and Wishaw MSP urges constituents to submit meter readings before price cap change The UK energy regulator Ofgem has confirmed that the energy price cap will rise slightly from January 1, meaning many households on default or variable tariffs will see a small increase in their energy costs.

Wishaw foodbank volunteers thank public for generous donations over festive period Wishaw Community Foodbank closed its doors for the festive period after handing out a huge number of food parcels to those struggling with the cost-of-living crisis.

Wishaw opticians spread Christmas cheer with gift donation to children’s ward The team at Specsavers Wishaw, which is located on the town’s Main Street, invited customers to donate new, unwrapped gifts suitable for children aged 10 weeks to 15 years via a gift bank in store throughout December.

Former cafe in Wishaw town centre put up for sale The property, which was previously home to the Terrace Cafe, is on the market with a price of £120,000 quoted although it is understood the owners may look to let.

Wishaw karate club members dig deep to support hard-up families this Christmas Tokui Ryu Karate Club, based at Wishaw Sports Centre, together with the Saturday Circuit Class, were delighted to participate and donate a wonderful collection of toys and gifts in conjunction with Pathway Church, which meets in Pather Community Centre.

NHS Lanarkshire urging residents to only use A&E services for life or limb threatening emergencies Winter pressures and high demand mean emergency departments are extremely busy.

Motherwell and Wishaw MP visits doctors practice and Royal Mail workers over busy Christmas period Pamela Nash visited Wishaw’s Logan GP Practice and Motherwell Delivery Office over the festive season.

Wishaw MSP praises Lanarkshire Veterans Group after enjoying Christmas party Clare Adamson joined veterans, families, and volunteers to celebrate the festive season, highlighting the importance of community-led organisations in tackling loneliness and ensuring veterans feel valued and supported.

NHS Lanarkshire’s Treatment Rooms helping reduce winter pressures by offering patients quicker access to care With services now standardised across Lanarkshire, most procedures can be booked directly with local Treatment Rooms.