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Help is at Hand REAMONN Gormley was returning

home with a friend David McCall after watching the Aberdeen-Celtic game in a bar when he was stabbed. Reamonn, 19, spent three months last year as a charity volunteer teaching English to Thai children. His friend David, a teaching student and former employee at the bar, managed to help Reamonn back into the pub, where bar worker Stuart Brown carried out first aid. Paramedics were there within minutes and took him to Hairmyres

Hospital, East Kilbride. Reamon died soon after arriving.Under heart-rending circumstances, literally the whole of Blantyre took to the streets last week as they united as a community to pay tribute to Reamonn. Thousands participated in the walk that attracted media attention from all sources and the captured the hearts of the nation. Police issued a statement that said: "Reamonn's family wish to convey their gratitude for all the expressions of sympathy from the community.

Many tributes have been paid to Reamonn who was a wonderful son and a loving and caring boy. The family appreciate these tributes. "Reamonn's parents and brother would like to thank everyone for the support and kindness that they have received, they would especially like to mention the Blantyre Walk and Rollers for organising the commemorative walk and the police for their help and support during this very difficult time. There was a huge turn-out at the commemorative walk last Saturday as

the community showed its heartfelt sympathy. Many politicians and councillors were among the people paying their respects. Christina McKelvie, MSP, SNP said: "This was a terrible murder and my sympathy is with Reamonn Gormley's family. Every loss of life is tragic, but when a victim is so young with so much to give, the shock is even worse. The community is reeling from that shock just now. Tom Greatrex, MP, Labour, said:

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EDITOR’S COMMENTS

Scott Mochar, Editor

Hello again, and thank you kindly for picking

up your copy of The HUB.It looks as though

everything is firmly back to normal in that we are run off our feet literally every day. In addition to the vast contract publishing that we do for other newspapers we have been exceptionally busy with our expansion plans which we should start to unfold over the coming weeks and months.

We have new additions to our sales team which bring a wealth of more experience to our ever expanding team. We are gearing up to give our advertisers a more improved service and will very shortly have the ability to service their needs both on a face to face, telephone and internet basis. We still believe in personal visits for our sales team and will

continue to do business this way.

One of the stories of the moment was the tragic death of the youngster in Blantyre which has even made national news. Friends and family of the youngster gathered together at the weekend in a memorial walk around Blantyre. It was anticipated that over 2,500 residents participated showing that the community can unite in times of grief.

Let’s be frank, there is no place for knives in our society. Knife crime is on the rise and we will be working with Strathclyde Police on their knife crime campaigns in an attempt to make our community a safer place to live.

Pupils are Bothwell Primary school hosted their very own art

exhibition which turned out to be a roaring success. It was great to see the varying degree of talent on display.

The Blue Light Disco was also a talking point as this time it had a Scottish theme to it - even had a toast for the haggis! Local MP Tom Clarke was on hand to talk to the kids along with kindly presenting a cheque for the Cash for Kids appeal.

There were new Smart boards for the kids at Aitkenhead Primary School and we managed to catch up with them to learn more about the new boards.

Finally, I am very pleased to announce that Garry Thomas and Melissa Brady have joined our team. Garry was formerly the Editor at the Glaswegian newspaper and he joins us to oversee the editorial

function across our group, whilst Melissa joins us to work in our admin department. I would personally like to welcome them both on board.

Christina McKelvie - MSPTime just seems to be flying

in. It hardly seems any time at all since I was elected in 2007 and now I’ve got the instructions from the high heid yins at Parliament about what I’m allowed and not allowed to do in the run-up to the Scottish General Election on 5 May, and I’ve started clearing out my office - we’ve got to clear it before we go and leave it completely empty during the election.

Where did those four years go? Looking back, it’s incredible how much the SNP Scottish Government – a minority government, remember - has actually got done and how we’ve changed Scotland for the better.

I’m proud to have played a wee part in that. It’s quite a privilege to be in a position to amend legislation, change the law, get to your feet and speak about the things that you believe in and that matter to constituents, and know that it can make a difference towards building a better Scotland. It’s a privilege to be able to help constituents with their problems, making their lives just a little easier, and helping people to improve their communities.

It’s been a fantastic four years and so much has been achieved. To name but a few:

From 1 April, prescription charges completely abolishedUniversity tuition fees scrapped and the Scottish

principle of free education restoredCouncil Tax frozen, helping hard-pressed households in difficult times. 1,000 more police on the streets of Scotland and crime at a 32 year lowBusiness rates cut or abolished for thousands of small businesses, protecting jobs and local amenities Waiting times shorter than ever, and rates of hospital superbug infections slashedMonklands A&E saved – and thousands of patients treated there in the past four yearsMoney taken from criminals and given to community projects for young people through the CashBack for Communities schemeRecord sums put into building new affordable homes, including a new generation of council house buildingThere are lots of other

things that have been very close to my heart, such as improved rights and support for children and young people who need additional support in education, improvements to the Children’s Panel system, and rights for communities to be consulted about proposed school and nursery closures.

Of course, being a minority government, we haven’t been able to do everything we wanted. We wanted to scrap the council tax and bring in a

fairer system, based on ability to pay – but Labour, the Tories and the LibDems said they would vote it down. We wanted to let the people of Scotland decide their future in a referendum – but they blocked that too.

With massive support from the police, health experts and local pubs, we wanted to bring in a minimum price for alcohol, so that we could tackle the worst impact of pocket-money booze on health and public order in Scotland. The oppositions voted against it – even though it looks like they’re going to back something similar in Westminster.

And in their most recent act of hypocrisy, Labour and the Lib Dems joined with the Tories to back big business over ordinary people, voting down the slight rise in tax for the biggest supermarkets that John Swinney wanted to bring in to help continue the council tax freeze. It’s a real shame that they’re so determined to put narrow party politics ahead of practical measures to boost the Scottish budget in the face of Westminster cuts.

I’m proud that the SNP government is doing what it can to stand up to the huge cuts being handed down from the Tory-led UK government, working to protect frontline services and the hard-won benefits that Scots value. If

we lose things like free personal care, free bus travel for pensioners and the Educational Maintenance Allowance that helps young people stay on in education, we won’t get them back – which is why the SNP has pledged to maintain them, along with spending on our NHS.

There’s no doubt that there are tough times ahead. Scotland will need an experienced team in government, putting the people of Scotland first. Only the SNP offers that.

The election is on 5 May – make sure that you’re registered to vote so that you can have your say. I’ll still officially be an MSP until 22 March, and I’ll see you out and about on the campaign trail after that. Give me a call or drop me a line if you have any questions or if there’s anything I can help you with.Christina McKelvie MSP

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The Annual Ravenscraig Burns

Supper was celebrated before a full house in Colville Park Country Club recently and another sell-out success was recorded.

Tommy Brennan,

a founder committee member, said: “We held our first Burns Supper here 32 years ago – and it’s been a full house every year since, we’ve even had to turn away applications – I think that’s quite a remarkable achievement!”

Ravenscraig Burns Club Celebrates The Bard

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BURNS THEME AT BLUE LIGHT DISCOThe Blue Light Disco initiative

was introduced to North Lanarkshire in early 2008 and has been built upon by strong partnerships within the locality area to improve and enhance opportunities for young people. It provides a safe environment for young people to enjoy themselves and gain access information and support from a variety of local partners. The locality team within Bellshill and surrounding districts is a prime example of partnership working at its best due to the unique variety of different agencies involved and the commitment they bring to improve the lives of young people within the district. The partnership is assisted by both statutory bodies and the voluntary sector and the details of the main driving force include: NHS Lanarkshire; Strathclyde Police; Bellshill & Mossend YMCA; Community Learning & Development; Action For Children, Young Carers; North Lanarkshire, Bellshill & District Youth and Community Forums; Bellshill & District Crime Prevention Panel; Strathclyde Fire & Rescue; North Lanarkshire Leisure and Side Kicx. The disco was held on Saturday 29 January, after being initially planned for December. The disco was given a Burns theme and the staff at the disco all wore tartan ¬- two pipers and a guest speaker addressed the haggis. Tesco

Bellshill contributed towards the evening by gifting a large haggis and Iron-bru. It also contributed towards great prizes which included an Ipod Touch, Digital Camera and a Mobile Smartphone. Bellshill & District Community Forum contributed by financially supporting the prizes as well as the event. The disco was a huge success more than 300 young people enjoying the party atmosphere. Other activities included massages, hand therapy, nail therapy and of course dance. There were also many information stalls which included Strathclyde Fire and Rescue, NHS Lanarkshire and Strathclyde Police. Local MP for the area, Tom Clarke came along in support and presented a cheque for Cash for Kids which was raised by the young people at previous discos and totalled £500. The young people also managed to collect nearly one hundred pounds on the night that will go towards charities in the future. The address to the haggis was well enacted by local speaked Kenny Matthews and went down a treat and brought a wee touch of the Burns spirit to the evening. Kenny contributed his payment of £50 to the Marie Curie Hospice in Glasgow were his mother is being treated. Tom Clark, MP for Coatbridge, Chryston & Bellshill said: “I was delighted to be asked along to

the disco on Saturday night and overwhelmed by the support the disco gets from the local people and partners. The young people really enjoyed the night and they are already looking forward to the next disco. “I am in support of this local initiative and even more so now as it is showing a real impact on youth related incidents in the area. A reduction of well over half the number of youth related incidents are reported to police on the nights the discos are running.” He added: “This is an excellent example of good partnership working.” Colin McFarlane, Association Manager of the YMCA in Bellshill & Mossend said: “I am involved with the Blue Light Disco along with the other partners and have worked on the project along with the team at the YMCA for a number of years now. The discos just seem to be getting better and better and we are now attracting over 300 young people. “I have worked on these types of projects for much of my career and would say that the Blue Light Disco is getting it just right by engaging with a large amount of young people. I am delighted at the success of the discos and look forward to the next one”.

Kirk James Charity Night With Orbiston Neighbourhood Centre

A big crowd turned out on Friday 21st January to

see Kirk James top the bill at a fundraising night for the Orbiston Neighbourhood Centre. Kirk is one of Scotland's top male vocal performers and was

joined by some special guests for an evening of songs and entertainment. The show took place at The Orb pub and helped to raise over £400! The Neighbourhood Centre often shares news about funding and grants received, but people

don't realise that they have to raise their own funds as well! A huge thanks to Kirk who entertained everyone with his range of songs. Kirk is pictured with some of the Centre's volunteers and supporters who turned out to enjoy the show.

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Success follows young pipers

A group of young musicians from across North Lanarkshire had their

success over the last twelve months recognised with a night in their honour on Wednesday 2 February. Depute Provost James Robertson hosted the evening at Kildonan Street, Coatbridge to mark the group’s remarkable achievements during the year. It started by winning the Novice Juvenile Grade at the British Pipe Band Championships and later in the year

they won the European Championships. The band was also awarded fourth place at the World Championships in Glasgow Green and went on to win a further four competitions. They won the British Championships on Saturday 26th June in Annan, seeing off challenges from 18 other bands. The band is made up of 23 pupils from primary 7 to sixth year. Depute Provost Robertson said: “We are extremely proud of their

achievements. The band has been together for five years which, as pipe bands go, means they are still in their infancy. “Piping and drumming is now embedded in our schools and over 150 young people now receive instruction on a weekly basis. What they have managed to achieve in such a relatively short space of time is remarkable and I am sure they will continue to go from strength to strength in the future.”

Depute Provost Robertson presents a commemorative glass plaque to Pipe Major Ross Cowan.

Oh No It’s Not – Oh Yes It Is

The volunteers from BeFriend in Bellshill finally enjoyed their

Christmas Lunch last Thursday at the Alona Hotel. They were determined not to be cheated out of their traditional Christmas treat, which had to be postponed in December during the snowy weather. Other diners in the restaurant might have been a bit puzzled by the Christmas music,

crackers, and hats in late January but it was a lovely if slightly crazy occasion. Befrienders are now thinking about having their Easter event in October this year!!! The volunteers said “You don’t really have to be this daft to join us” – If you feel you could spare an hour weekly to visit an elderly person locally who’s a bit lonely, we’d love to hear from you.

Tam o’Shanter at Hamilton College

Last week S1 pupils from Hamilton College were

entertained by the Hopscotch Theatre Company to a performance of Robert Burns’ most famous narrative poem Tam o’Shanter. The performance managed to capture S1’s imagination and some pupils were brave enough to take to the stage to dance a Scottish Reel:

‘The dancers quick and quicker flew,They reeled, they set, they crossed they linked,Till every witch sweated and smelled….’ Throughout the recital the audience were encouraged to participate making this a valuable learning experience for all the pupils involved.

Hopscotch Theatre Group entertains the S1 pupils at Hamilton College in a celebration of Robert Burns.


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Philip Fox spoke of his commitment to

Huntingdon’s Association to members of the Rotary Club of Bothwell & Uddingston. His wife, diagnosed with this incurable disease in the late nineties died some years ago. The genetic disorder of replication of the amino

acid attached to the fourth chromosome in the DNA chain can be passed on from either partner. The poisoning by the over production of the amino acids progressively destroys striatal areas of the brain, affecting muscles and speech. In speech, because the brain tries to circumvent

the damage replies become slower. Loss of control of muscles causes involuntary movement and loss of weight. The overall result is change of character, mood swings and eventually death. The disease occurs in one in about 10,000, usually it is diagnosed in people aged

from 30 to 50, although cases as young as 10 have been known. Whilst science has yet to find a cure drugs can now slow the process down. George Waterston in thanking Philip praised him for his continued commitment to publicizing and fund raising.

Smart Kids at Aitkenhead

The Parent Council and Fund Raising Sub Committee of

Aitkenhead Primary School were delighted to donate two new Interactive Smartboards and Projectors to P2 & P3 classes.

The money for this new equipment was raised through various fund raising events, mainly the popular Family Fun Night and the annual summer fayre event. The Parent Council donated

£4,350.00 to the school to enable younger pupils experience high quality interactive lessons across all areas of the curriculum. Staff and pupils wish to extend a huge thank you to

all parents for their continued support. The children in both classes are really excited about using the latest technology in learning which they are finding has made learning more FUN!

P2 & P3 pupils show off their new smart boards at Aitkenhead Primary School

The pupils of Bothwell Primary School were

showing off their artis-tic flair recently as they hosted their very own art exhibition recently.

The school was inspired by the success of the Glas-gow Boys at Kelvingrove and decided to hold a Bothwell Bairns Art Exhibition.

Due to the timing close to Burns day it was decided that the exhibition should centre round a Scottish theme.

Each class at the school

chose what materials and design etc they wished to do and set about completing their masterpieces.

This event involved whole school enterprise and en-gaged each and every pupil.

The actual art exhibi-tion was free of charge and despite the bad weather on the day, there was a tremendous turnout. Liter-ally everyone who attended provided positive feedback.

The children at the school were even allowed time to visit the exhibition in the

morning and were given a treat when Primary 4 who had been studying A Man’s A Man topic entertained with some singing whilst P5 represented each class dis-play to explain to visitors what the children had used and designed.

SLC De-velopment Officers Anne Jackson (En-terprise) and Liz McGraw

(Expressive Arts) were tasked with selecting the best entry from each year with the winners each get-ting an Art sketch pad and set of pencils.

Pupils at Bothwell Primary proudly show off their artistic flair at their recent art exhibition

Bothwell Primary Art Exhibition a Hit!

Bellshill Community Council had a visit from Debbie

Marklow from Scottish Health Council who presented to the group about the Health Council at their January meeting.The Scottish Health Council was formed in 2005 but took over from the original Lanarkshire Health Council which has been in existence for approximately 10-15 years. Minutes The minutes of the November meeting were approved on a motion by Alice Forsyth and seconded by Tom Taylor. The December meeting had to be cancelled due to the adverse weather conditions.Business Arising Cancellation of December meeting.A member stated that they were unhappy that the December meeting was cancelled under direction from the chairman. They asked that this point be placed in the minute and that to cancel any future meeting there must be an agreement between more of the executive elected members to cancel a meeting. The weather at the beginning of the month was extreme but their

opinion was the forecast was favourable and that the meeting could have taken place.

A number of the members voiced their opinions and stated that it was acceptable that the meeting was cancelled but agreed that the decision needs to be better discussed.

Members asked if there was any response on the issue of the fencing around Bellshill Academy’s playing fields. Harry Curran intimated that Harry McGuigan along with himself has asked about this issue and he will look into it again and bring back an answer for the next meeting.

Financial support for ECO committee of Bellshill Academy £50 was sent onto this committee, Walter did pass on his thanks for this donation.

A council member attended the Alworth Steer opening on behalf of the community council. They were given a warm welcome and the stores arrangement was first class.

The next meeting will take place on Wednesday 16th February 2011 at the Skye Suite located within Bellshill Academy.

Bellshill Community Council UpdateAs part of our new features in The HUB, we introduced a Community Council Column. Last issue it was Bothwell and this issue we focus on Bellshill.

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BELLSHILLDisturbance involving an offensive weapon.A 25 YEAR OLD man was arrested

on Friday night, 21 January after allegedly being found on Clyde Drive in Bellshill with an offensive weapon within a public place. Police were called to attend

the area of Clyde Drive due to a disturbance there, and came across the man who brandished a block of wood. The man was taken to Motherwell

Police office and held in Police custody. He appeared at Hamilton Sheriff Court on Tuesday 25th January. The man also appeared on charges of breaching bail conditions.

Attempted motor theftBELSHILL Police were alerted to a

man attempting to steal items from within a van parked on Unitas Road on Saturday 29 January between 10.30pm and 11pm. The man was seen at a 04 plate

van and had smashed the window to gain acces to steal a Sat Nav device.He attempted to make off with

property from within the vehicle but was disturbed by the owner of the van. He made off empty handed. Police would like to find out more

information about the incident to trace the man.

Theft of Wheelie Bins Bellshill Police are advising people to keep there wheelie bins secure by chaining them up due to a rise in the number of thefts in the area. There have been a number of

incidents in the Bellshill and Viewpark areas where youths appear to be stealing the bins and setting them on fire. The Fire Service have been

contacted and will alert the Police to any fires caused by the thoughtless youths who are conducting this type of activity and the perpetrators will be robustly dealt with. If you have any information in

relation to this type of incident the Police would like to hear from you.

Racial IncidentA 28 year old man was arrested

following an incident within Lawmuir Stores in Bellshill on Saturday night after being racially abusive to staff. Police were called after the

incident and were informed that the man allegedly entered the shop and began to swear at a member of staff, aggressively demanding alcohol. Bellshill Officers were quickly on

the scene and obtained details of the incident and later traced the man and placed him under arrest. The man was detained in Police

custody and attended Hamilton Sheriff Court on Monday morning.

Offensive WeaponsA 16 year old male was arrested

following a disturbance in McCracken Drive on Saturday night. Police were called due the

disturbance and as such plain clothes officers attended the area.On arrival they found a man who

was allegedly shouting and swearing and in possession of a baseball bat.The man was quickly placed under

arrest and then taken in to Police custody.

ArrestA 39 year old man was arrested on

Friday night after allegedly being found on Turquoise Terrace in Bellshill with an offensive weapon. Police were called to attend the

area of Turquoise Terrace due to a disturbance there, and on doing so they had cause to search a man who was allegedly found with a hammer in his possession. The man was taken to Motherwell

Police office and held in Police custody and appeared at Hamilton Sheriff Court on Monday morning. A report has been sent to the

Procurator Fiscal in Hamilton in relation to these matters.

MOTHERWELLHouse Break InAN attempted housebreaking to

a garden shed in a rear garden at Mason Lane, Motherwell was committed between 7.00 to 7.30pm on Thursday 27 January to 9.30pm Friday 28 January. Door panels and a lock were damaged. The resident at the property had

security lighting and believes this may have disturbed the culprit or culprits

VandalismAN act of vandalism was committed

at Coursington Tower, Motherwell between 10.50pm Wednesday 26 January to 3.15am 27 January.A front door window panel was

smashed with an unidentified object and the perpetrator then made off.

Fire StartingA FIRE raising at a lock-up on

Watson Street, Motherwell occurred between 10.00pm, Tuesday 25 January and 9.05am 26 January.The roller door was opened and

the rear seat of a vehicle was ignited by unknown means after the vehicle’s windows were smashed. The property was fire damaged and involved a black Vauxhall Insignia.

Purse TheftA WOMAN was in McDonalds

restaurant, Brandon Parade at the till point ordering food on Monday, 24 January at 3.45pm. Once she had paid for her food, she

accidentally left her purse, a green and grey leather Gucci item, on the counter and made her way out of the shop. CCTV was reviewed and an

enquiry is now ongoing to trace the suspect who took the purse containing a three figure sum. The man is described as of heavy build, unshaven and carrying a Farm Foods bag.

Ladders StolenTHE theft of extendable aluminium

ladders from a back garden in Clapperhowe Road, Motherwell occurred at 10.00pm Friday, 28 January.

VandalismA MAN watching television in his home in a block of flats at Dalriada Crescent, Motherwell, on Friday 28 January, became aware of noises of people at the rear of the property.He went to the close to have a look

and he heard a smashing of glass,

however, on looking out a window did not see anybody outside. He checked his property and observed that the kitchen window was broken.

Break-inA window was smashed with

intent to steal from St.Bernadettes Church, Logans Road, Motherwell, between noon Tuesday 25 January and 9.10am 26 January. The suspect is described as a white

male, with short dark brown hair and wearing a dark jacket, white collar with dark trousers and white trainers

Garden Shed Break InA break-in at a rear garden shed

Empire Way, Motherwell, occurred on Wednesday 26 January between noon to 11am 27 January. Items stolen included a red metal

tool box, set of BMX wheels, Ryobi jigsaw, two mountain bikes and a racing bike.

Car Break InA car was broken in to and a

quantity of loose change and Satnav were stolen. The silver Vauxhall Astra van was parked at Manse Road, Motherwell, between 5.00pm Saturday 29 Janauary and 7.45am 31 January.

Bag TheftA woman, 26, was at

Wetherspoons, Merry Street, Motherwell when her mobile phone was stolen from her handbag between 8.00pm Friday 28 January and 9.30pm. The phone is valued at £350.

Car TheftA car, a green Range Rover, was

stolen from Glen Road, Wishaw from 8.00pm to midnight Sunday 30 January. VandalismA passenger bus window was

smashed by stone throwing as the bus driver, 51, sat in the stationary vehicle. The bus was near St. Matthews

Primary School, Pentland Road, Wishaw on Wednesday 19 January.

HAMILTONTheft from propertyA property in Hollandbush Grove

was broken into by thieves between 9.10am and 1.30pm on 4th February.Entry was gained to the property

by smashing the conservatory door, before making off with a white Packard Bell lap top and jewellery.

Garden Break-inThieves broke into a garden shed

in Etive Avenue between 7pm on the 4th February and 6.30am on the 5th February. After forcing open the shed, they

made off with an electric circular saw, a hammer drill, two grinders, an electric plane, an electric sander, a battery drill and drill bits.

Car Break InThieves attempted to steal a Honda

Insight vehicle from a garage in Fallside Road, Bothwell, between 5pm on the 4th February and 3.30pm on the 5th February. The vehicle sustained damage to the ignition cowling and steering lock, causing around £800 worth of damage.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Bellshill, Motherwell or Hamilton Police Office or alternatively CRIMESTOPPERS can becalled anonymously on 0800 555 111

Police Update Recent Police incidents in our area

OVER a hundred competitors from 27 different schools took

part in this year’s Lanarkshire Area Schools’ Badminton Association (LASBA) Secondary Championships. The championships took place at the new Ravenscraig Regional Sports Facility with pupils from both North and South Lanarkshire schools entering. Players who lost their first round matches were able to take part in consolation events; with the winners receiving medals. Monday night’s finals provided some thrilling badminton. They included boys’ and girls’ singles, boys’ and girls’ level doubles and mixed doubles for all of the age groups from the under 13s right through to the under 19s. In total, 37 players from 11 different schools competed in the 20 finals. All finalists, together with many others who reached the later stages of the tournament, have been invited to go forward and represent Lanarkshire in the Scottish Secondary Schools’ National

Championships at Perth in May. Jim Logue, Chairman of North Lanarkshire Leisure, said: “I was impressed by the high standard of play and sportsmanship on display, which is a credit to the players and their schools alike. “It’s the first time that LASBA have held their Championships in Ravenscraig, which will be used as the badminton venue for the

International Children’s Gamed (ICG) in August. “The LABSA team will be involved in running the ICG badminton events so it was useful for them to have a trial run at the new sports facility. “The general feeling of players was that the

facility was the best that they had ever played in. Even the teachers and parents/friends who came to support the children left in awe. “Special thanks must go to our sponsors Airdrie Savings Bank and Ashaway Sports. And also to the Ravenscraig staff and the LASBA committee who worked tirelessly all weekend to make the 2011 Championships such a great success.” Trophies were presented to the winners and runners-up by representatives of North Lanarkshire Council, North Lanarkshire Leisure, Airdrie Savings Bank (sponsors), BADMINTONscotland, and the Scottish Schools Badminton Association, together with Jamie Neill and Keith Turnbull, the current Scottish Gents Doubles Champions, who are both from Lanarkshire. The championships were held over the weekend 29 and 30 January 2011 and the finals took place on Monday, 31 January.

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Some of the delighted school pupils from the Lanarkshire area with their trophies.

MOTHERWELL COLLEGE PRODUCES ANOTHER GOLD MEDAL DESIGN STUDENTRyan Sheridan, (19) from East

Kilbride, has won a gold medal at the 2010 EuroSkills competition in Portugal in the Mechanical Engineering Design area (Computer Aided Design). Ryan was a member of the 20-strong UK Team that brought back 17 medals, from the event in December. Ryan, who graduated recently from Motherwell College with an HND in Computer Aided Draught & Design, is the second College student be part of the UK team – ‘Squad UK’ - and bring back a gold medal from a competition. In 2009, ex-student Martin Eusebi won a gold medallion of excellence at the WorldSkills competition in Calgary in the same skill area. ‘Skills’ events are about seeking out the best young people in vocational training. The announcement that Ryan had made Squad UK was made by Further Education, Skills and Lifelong Learning Minister John Hayes MP. The UK Government is committed to creating an internationally competitive UK workforce by supporting events such as these. Ryan, is now training with the UK Skills team for this year’s ‘skills Olympics’ – WorldSkills London 2011. Ryan said: “Winning Gold at Euroskills was the best feeling ever! To spend the week with Team UK, was a pleasure in itself. Getting to know some of the most talented young people in the UK and having them help you through the most challenging week of my life, was an experience I shall never forget. “I would not have had this opportunity though, if it had not been for the help and support I received

from Motherwell College – especially the Engineering Department. I must give them a huge thanks as they taught me the skills which I honed to win Gold.” Ryan was mentored through his College course by engineering lecturer Barry Skea. Barry – who has been a judge at WorldSkills competitions – said of Ryan’s achievements: “We are all very proud of Ryan’s Gold medal performance at EuroSkills. “Ryan has developed and utilised, to the highest level, the skills and knowledge gained during his studies in our Engineering Department.We are extremely confident that his performance at EuroSkills will continue to be the level he will demonstrate throughout what should be a very successful career.” As well as having competed in the equivalent of the European championships for vocational skills, success for Ryan could see him stay in the UK team to participate in the 41st

WorldSkills Competition in London in 2011. Squad UK team members have been sharpening up under the eagle eyes of highly skilled lecturers and trainers. Part of the CAD intensive training for WorldSkills will take place at Motherwell College using a specialist design software package – Autodesk Inventor. Autodesk Inventor uses 3D imagery allowing the user to design and create digital prototypes of mechanical components and structural details on-screen instead of the time-consuming draughting of old fashioned traditional technical drawings. The software also allows for the design to be simulated in use and analysed to find out how it performs under ‘real-world’ conditions before it is ever manufactured. As well as saving businesses time and money, it also allows for more innovation in products and much faster production time.

Ryan with his Gold medal while working with the Autodesk 3D imagery software which will be used in the WorldSkills event.

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Street. You could argue that in days gone by, the main street was ‘the hub’ of any community. It was the place where you went for your shopping, the place where you picked up some cakes from the local baker and could source some juicy steaks for dinner from the butchers. The Main Street was the local business directory – where everything you could need was easily found. This still is the case today however the impact of the supermarket has undoubtedly had an impact on our ‘main street’. It is vitally important in any community that we do not lose our main street. So many people rely on the services that are found on the main street, it symbolises our community, defines our community and unquestionably makes our community the great place that it is today. Uddingston Main Street has an array of different shops that serve our needs, for one, there is the Tunnock’s bakery – a household name in its own

right. You will find the estate agent, the sweet shop, the beauty salon and hairdresser, the greengrocer and bookmaker, even the gym! So please do show your support for you local main street helping keep the tradition alive.

LensHeads, the North Lanarkshire Film School

based in Bellshill Academy has again been nominated for a First Light Award (the youth equivalent of a BAFTA) for its film “Strings Attached” at the First Light Awards to be held at the Odeon, Leicester Square in London on 15 March 2011. ‘Strings Attached’ tells the story of Johnny and his wife. Did he remember it’s her birthday? Buy her a

present, collect her from the airport, make her happy? Johnny needs to get it right. He needs to do it all in a hurry, but has he bought her present with no strings attached? As part of the ‘Best Drama’ category, the group will be judged by Daniel Craig (Quantum of Solace, Casino Royale), Nathan Stewart Jarrett (MisFits) and Claudia Winkleman (Film 2011) against three other films

from Somerset, Scotland and Belfast. This is the second time LensHeads has been nominated at this prestigious event, last year they won Best Screenplay for their film ‘Backfire’. Sir Alan Parker, director of Evita, Bugsy Malone, and The Commitments, said of Backfire: “It is convincingly written with good, realistic dialogue. It is a nicely constructed story; between

reality and paranoia on a topical subject.” Sir Ian McKellen who was in Lord of The Rings (Gandalf) and X Men sent the group a personal letter describing Backfire as, “Thrilling, ingenious and a well deserved winner” of Best Screenplay at the prestigious First Light Awards. LensHeads is North Lanarkshire Council’s film school. When it started eight years ago it was a fun leisure class mainly for pupils from Bellshill Academy. Since then it has grown to become an internationality recognised, award winning centre of excellence which provides participants from across North Lanarkshire with a formal SQA qualification as well as vital career assistance. However, something that hasn’t changed is that LensHeads learn to work as a team, make friends and have enormous quantities of fun. This year’s nomination has added to its growing reputation, having already gained two major International awards for its work. LensHeads is run by The Learning Centre, part of Learning and Leisure Services and is largely funded by the First Light organisation. The group have already won both Scotland’s and the UK’s leading youth film awards along with success at the ‘International Youth Film Festival’ and the ‘Seoul

International Youth Film Festival’. Six of the most recent LensHeads films were also shown at North Lanarkshire’s own ‘Deep Fried Film Festival’ held in August. In the eight years since filmmaking started, LensHeads has won a First Light Award, a Discovery Award, two Spotlight

on Success Awards, an Excellence Award and a Corporate Award for Encouraging Life Long Learning. To find out more about LensHeads please contact Willie Davidson at The Learning Centre, Bellshill Academy on 01698 746260 or at www.thelearningcentre.org/lensheads

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A Community’s Heartfelt Response To Its Tragic Losscontinued from front page... “I also want to send my support to the local people who campaigned and marched on Saturday. The Blantyre community has rallied together and is speaking with one voice in denouncing knife-crime. “My message on this is simple - those found carrying a knife should be given a minimum mandatory jail sentence. Tough action is needed to prevent further tragedies like this from happening again. Margaret Mitchel, MSP, Conservative, said: "My thoughts and heartfelt sympathy go to the family. I cannot begin to imagine the grief and pain that they are going through at this time. This was a young man with so much to live for and give. “If ever there was a wake-up call for these senseless killings and the destruction of lives to be stopped, then this is surely it. This violence has to end."

Labour councillor John McNamee said: “This was a overwhelming show of support by the Blantyre Community in support of Raemonn’s family and friends. The very large turnout was a testatement to the respect and sadness that was felt at the loss of such an outstanding young man who had so much to give.” MSPs Tom McCabe and James Kelly also attended the walk along with Blantyre Labour councillors Hugh Dunsmuir and Jim Handibode. The Scottish Government's No Knives, Better Lives education initiative challenges young people to think about the consequences of carrying a knife, for themselves and for others. It won't be a consolation to the family of Reamonn Gormley, but knife crime in Hamilton has dropped by 34 per cent in the past four years.

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Blake Welsh, aged 11 from Blantyre, came second

in Scotland winning a Silver medal and Charlie Greener, aged 8 from Hamilton, was awarded a certificate for coming fifth in Scotland.

Hamilton College was placed eighth out of 350 competing Scottish schools. All of the pupils who participated contributed to the school’s success and they all deserved to be congratulated.

Over the last three years, Mathletics has really taken the United Kingdom by storm. Almost 2000 schools from across the four nations in the UK are now integrating Mathletics into their classroom teaching and learning. Nearly 500,000 students are enthusiastic ‘Mathletes’ both at school and at home, not only

enjoying maths but also well, doing more maths!

The Mathletics community spans across the whole of the United Kingdom, from the Shetland Islands to Jersey and from Londonderry to Great Yarmouth with schools in every country and almost every region.

Mathletics recently passed a huge milestone – over 10 billion correct answers have now been given since the birth of the program. That is a massive achievement by all our ‘Mathletes’ around the world.

At the beginning of March there will be World Maths day when Hamilton College will once again take up the challenge and compete with other pupils from around the world.

IT ALL ADDS UP AT HAMILTON COLLEGE

Blake Welsh, aged 11 from Blantyre, came second in Scotland winning a Silver medal.

Charlie Greener, aged 8 from Hamilton, was awarded a certificate for coming fifth in Scotland.

HAMILTON College Junior School is very proud of the success of its pupils during the recent Four Nations ‘Mathletics’ challenge.

Do you think you’ve got what it takes to referee at the

very top level? Can you make those tough decisions that could change the outcome of a crucial match? Are you brave enough to become a referee?

Lanarkshire Referees’ Association is always on the lookout for men and women who want to take up refereeing.

And the next chance to get involved comes next week when the new entrants class kicks off at the Strathclyde Hilton Hotel, Bellshill, on February 21 at 7pm.

With almost 200 members, the association is represented at all levels of the game with officials from the Champions League all the way down to youth football.

Euan Norris, Association President and himself a Category 1/FIFA Referee, said: “Refereeing today offers a fantastic career opportunity. We have young referees coming through the ranks with a bright future ahead of them, one which could see them travel the world and referee at some of the

famous venues in European football.

We are part of a team in Lanarkshire and in addition to our on-field activities, we have a healthy social calendar, giving our family and friends a chance to get involved.

There are so many benefits to becoming a referee at the moment and I urge anyone who is thinking about it to come along and take up the challenge.

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Motherwell College students have been busy

raising money as part of their Business Enterprise module. The students had come up with their own ideas on how to raise the money and were able to nominate which charities they would like to help. NQ Business studies managed to raise £376.71 for their charity - Ronald McDonald House by selling bath bombs and NQ Introduction to Law raised £579.50 for Lanarkshire based SAVI (Sexual Assault Victims Initiative).

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Schools Unite for Holocaust Memorial EventPupils from South Lanarkshire primary and

secondary schools gathered recently at Larkhall Academy to remember the atrocities of the Holocaust, alongside 450 invited guests. The 27th January 1945 marked the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau which was the largest Nazi concentration camp - thought to have seen 1.1 million men, women and children murdered. Holocaust Memorial Day is now commemorated on the anniversary of the liberation of the camp. Guests at Larkhall Academy event included Provost, Councillor Russell Clearie, Pietr Leszczynski - Vice Consul of the Republic of Poland and Local elected members, parents and religious representatives from various faiths.

They were treated to thought provoking art displays from a number of schools and heard a variety of musical and dramatic tributes. Larkhall Academy’s school band performed. So did the school's Drama Group- Candid Theatre - who performed ‘Through Their Eyes’, which is based on survivor's stories. Pupils from Machanhill Primary performed a reading from The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas. Glengowan Primary pupils performed the song ‘Hero’ in tribute to the men and women across the world whose acts have helped bring hope and comfort to people in fear and danger Pupils from St Mary's Primary in Larkhall performed a drama piece based on the story of the SS St Louis and its attempt to find homes for Jewish refugees. Vertigo theatre group performed a piece

based on their Visit to Auschwitz. A candle lighting and traditional stone laying ceremony were also incorporated into the event. Councillor Mary Smith, Chair of South Lanarkshire Council’s Education resources Committee said: “From a South Lanarkshire perspective, schools in the authority have a long history of supporting and commemorating Holocaust Memorial Day and run a range of events linked to key aspects of the curriculum. “This can be broader than the Holocaust itself and include topics such as religious tolerance, learning from history, and persecution in other areas of the world and at different times. It is important for us to take this time to reflect and consider all of these issues. The event was fitting and congratulation must be passed on to all involved.”

SLC Provost, Russell Clearie, Cllr Mary Smith, chair of SLC’s Education Resources Committee, Larkhall Academy’s Head Girl Lauren Easton, Head Teacher, Mr Bryan Kee and RM representative Douglas Hutton

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Don’t forget your annual ISA allowanceISAs are the �rst port of call for many savers.All gains are free from tax and there is no further tax to pay on any income. Adjustments to the ISA rules mean that you can now invest in one cash ISA up to £5,100 and one Stocks and Shares ISA up to £5,100 each tax year OR simply invest £10,200 into one Stocks and Shares ISA each tax year. Remember your existing ISAs and old PEPs?Revitalise your portfolio by transferring any underperforming investments into something you feel has more potential. All PEPs (Personal Equity Plans) automatically became Stocks and Shares ISAs from 6 April 2008, and TESSA only ISAs (TOISAs) became cash ISAs.

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Afternoon Yoga Class - every Thursday afternoonComputer classes available please contact centre for detailsWHATS ON AT YOUR LOCAL LIBRARYUDDINGSTON LIBRARY, 51 BELLSHILL ROAD, 01698 813431Book Start Rhymetime - Tuesday 2-2.30pm. For 0-3 year olds. Come along for stories, songs and fun.Readers Group - Second Tuesday of the month 11am.Computer Classes - Wednesdays 9.30am - 12noon. First steps in IT. Friday 9.30am - 12.30pm First Step Web. Call 01698 813431 for info.BOTHWELL LIBRARY, THE DONALD INSTITUE, MAIN STREET. 01698 853150Readers Group - First Thursday of the month. Please join us for a coffee and a chat.BLANTYRE LIBRARY, CLYDEVIEW SHOPPING CENTRE. 01698 823808Book Start Rhymetime - Thursday 2-2.30pm. For 0-3 year olds. Come along for stories, songs and fun.Readers Group - One Thursday per month. Please call for details. 8yrs and up.BELLSHILL CULTURAL CENTRE, JOHN ST. BELLSHILL. 01698 346770Chatter Books - Tuesday (fortnightly) 16th February, 3.30 - 4.30pm. 8-12 year olds. Come along if you like reading and making new friends.ANNETTE MACDONLD, SCHOOL OF DANCEMember BATD BB ST Ballet, Tap, Disco (Hip hop &

street).Viewpark classes available. Please call for more informationAnn: 01698 301 605 Annette: 07759 824 488Motherwell classes every Thursday, Ages 2-6 4:30pm to 6:00pm, Ages 6-10 6:00pm to 7:30pm, Ages 11 and upwards 7:30pm to 9:00pm.For more information contact Ann : 01698 301 605, Annette : 07759 824 488 or E-Mail Annette on [email protected] BEGINNERS BALLROOM / LATIN AMERICAN DANCE CLASS.Bothwell Parish Church Centre, Main Street, Bothwell.7.30pm on Monday evenings (Also St. Peter`s Hall Hamilton on Thursday and Friday evenings).For details contact Lorraine and Ian on 01698 458386, or email [email protected] Lifelong Learning Association provides a Mother/Toddler group that runs on a Wednesday morning 9.30 to 11.30am. Please come along and have fun. All welcome. To register, or for further information, please contact Louise on 01698 373401 or pop into the unit at 641a Glasgow Road Craigneuk.VIEWPARKSt Columbas Football Club, are looking for players born in 1996 for their Under 15’s team For all positions.Contact Karen Quinn: 07900 994 121PRINCESS ROYAL TRUST LANARKSHIRE CARERS CENTRETel: 01698 428090The centre provides Support,

Training, Information, Access to Services, , Pampering, Contact with other Carers, and most importantly a listening ear with someone who understands.Carer Support Groups and Outreaches:Locally based Carer Support Workers are available to offer Support and Information. For many, their local Carer Support Group provides a valuable relief from isolation and the opportunity to get involved in social activities where it’s difficult to go on your own.Independent Pampering and Chiropody Services:The pampering service is available to all carers and their cared for within our Hamilton premises enabling carers to take time out from their caring role to relax with aromatherapy, reflexology, facials, pedicures, Indian head massage and paraffin wax treatments. Other treatments available include waxing and tinting. Charges are £11 per hour or £6 per half hour. To book an appointment please telephone 01698 428090. We also have a new Chiropody Service available to Carers and the cared for in our Airdrie Office at Airdrie Locality, 92 Hallcraig Street, Airdrie ML6 6AW. Charges will apply from £6.00 to £11.00 depending on treatment required. To book an appointment please telephone 01236 755550.Local Training:Wednesday 16th February. 10.30am till 2.30pm. Course:

Siblings Matter. Venue: Pat Cullinan Centre, Logans Road, Motherwell. ML1 3PB. Course details: Explore the impact and effect that disability in the family can have on siblings.Tuesday 22nd February. 10.30am till 12.30pm. Course: Introduction to the Art of Relexology. Venue: SOLVE, 14 Townhead Street, Hamiton. ML3 7BE. Course details: Reflexology is an alternative, complimentary or integrated medicine method of treatment involving applying pressure to the foot. Learn more today............Saturday 26th February. 10.30am till 2.30pm. Course: Jewellery Making. Venue: Clydesdale Hotel, 12 Clydesdale Street, Hamilton. ML3 0DP. Course details: A light look at making simple jewellery possible for gifts for all the family.Saturday 26th February. 10.30am till 2.30pm. Course: Relaxation Techniques. Venue: North Lanarkshire Carers Together, 50 Hope Street, Motherwell. ML1 1BS. Course details: Learn how to take time out for yourself by using a range of relaxation techniques and stress related tools.For further information on training and to book your place, please call 01698 428090The above courses are free to Carers. A Carer is someone

who without payment provides help and support to a friend, neighbour or relative who could not manage without their help because of frailty, illness, disability, mental health issues and substance misuse.CARERS INFORMATION LINE: Freephone 0800 028 0287If you look after someone there may be help available.

Free and confidential information every weekday, 9.00am to 4.30pmBOTHWELL HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY, FALLSIDE ROADBothwell Horticultural Society is having a monthly meeting on 18th February. The meeting will take place in the community centre on Fallside Road Bothwell, Speaker Ian McDougall will be giving a talk on gardens to visit when at home or abroad. 01698 854191BURNHEAD BOWLING CLUB CHARITY DINNERBurnhead bowling club are hosting a charity dinner sponsored by A1 Cars on 12th March. All proceeds are going to Cancer Research UK and also a local based charity. The event welcomes couples and will include guest speakers Bert Allan, Stewart Smith and Lorraine Summers.Tickets cost £25.00. For tickets contact John on: 01698 817845

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Q’s Views!The HUB is pleased to have the infamous‘Q, from Airdrie’ writing for the Entertainment Pages, to give you all some comic relief. As a regular contributor to the Glasgow Metro newspaper, and a regular in the comedy scene in Glasgow and Edinburgh, Q has given the HUB an exclusive column, which we are sure will have you wanting for more in the next edition of the HUB!

Across1. Perspicacious (9)6. Egg-shaped object (5)7. Vacuous (5)9. The night before (3)10. Display of bad temper (7)11. Get (7)14. Large antelope (3)16. Musical drama (5)17. Melodies (5)18. Rife (9)

Down1. Range (5)2. Monstrous (9)3. Trainee (5)4. Vegetable (5)5. Cherished desire (5)8. Hubris (9)11. Fragrance (5)12. Picture (5)13. Minor actor in a crowd scene (5)15. Distressed (5)

have your sayWhat would The HUB be without the input of the local people like YOU? to have your say, email us at [email protected] or call us on 01698 803909alternatively, you can write to: The HUB, Suite 17, Ellismuir House, Ellismuir Way, Tannochside Park, Uddingston G71 5PW

Your Stars...Aries Mar 20 - Apr 20 Taurus 20 Apr - 20 May Gemini 21 May - 21 Jun Cancer 22 Jun - 22 Jul Leo 23 Jul - 22 Aug Virgo 23 Aug - 22 Sep

Libra 23 Sep - 23 Oct Scorpio 24 Oct - 21 Nov Sagittarius 22 Nov - 21 Dec Capricorn 22 Dec - 19 Jan Aquarius 20 Jan - 18 Feb Pisces 19 Feb - 20 Mar

With Venus in Capricorn, the Sun and Mars in Aquarius and happy-go-lusty Jupiter in Aries, your Sun sign, it looks like you’ll be able to let your hair done a bit. There is an emphasis on personal finances at the moment, you’re working hard to put the pennies safely aside while at the same time have real trouble curbing your desire to pamper yourself with life’s little pleasures.

While you’re likely to be very much in demand on the work front you could be your own worse enemy if you decide to dig your heels in. With Mercury in Aquarius and Venusin Capricorn, you should go out of your way to spread the word round that you’ve something new, or at least something different, to offer.

You’re buzzing with innovative ideas and you’ll be in the mood to spread the word. Meantime, you’re likely to make a big impression on a new kindred spirit, but if you’re only interested in a meeting of minds, restrain some of your more flirtatious excesses. You may need to make up your mind whether you want greater emotional or greater financial, stability, and then go for it.

Greater co-operation is necessary with friends and colleagues right now. Nevertheless it may seem that not everyone is happy about you getting so much attention. However you really can’t let others dump on you, however subtle. You’re such a soft and sweet soul by nature that you’re so easily taken for granted. If you were as thick-skinned as a rhinoceros you’d conquer the world.

With Mercury in your opposite sign of Aquarius don’t think twice about going out of your way to communication your ideas and aspirations to those who can open doors for you socially and financially. With Jupiter in Aries, you’ll be eager to get the show on the road but it looks like the sluggishness of others could shorten your fuse.

Luck is on your side, in big and little ways too. The day-to-day bits and pieces of work is where you should put your energies now. Getting a more efficient routine in place will serve you well, and you will benefit directly and indirectly from adopting a healthier diet and lifestyle. Do the little things right, work hard and keep your nose clean and you’ll reap the rewards shortly.

Usually, when it comes to expressing your amorous interest you’re usually rather subtle. However, with Jupiter in Aries, you’re eagerness to get up close and personal with someone who makes your heart skip a beat could see you throwing caution, and your natural diplomacy aside. Don’t be embarrassed, it’ll be worth it. Nothing ventured, nothing gained.

You may have to go out of your way to get others to pull their weight and this may leave you feeling a little resentful. Nevertheless greater communication is the best way to make sure you are all singing from the same hymn sheet. This is especially important if shared resources are at stake. Passions could run high with a loved one if your efforts are being taken for granted.

With Mercury in Aquarius, make a point of letting others know what you want. You’ll be even more persuasive than usual and able to call the shots and get your ideas across. With Jupiter dashing through in Aries you’ll be hot-to-trot and keen to express your love and affection physically as well as verbally and it appears that a friend or colleague could be eager to oblige.

Entertaining at home is well-starred but best to be selective with your invites and avoid some of your more eccentric neighbours and relatives. This is a good time to spend quality time with loved ones and family and you’ll also get a lot of satisfaction from creatively beautifying and improving your home.

Don’t waste time when it comes to expressing your needs for love, intimacy and emotional support. With Mercury, in Aquarius, and Jupiter in Aries, it’s time to talk. Since the Sun, Mars and Neptune are also in Aquarius, you should express your needs now. Put yourself in the shop window and watch the world come to you.

With the Sun in Aquarius it’s probably best to take a reduced schedule, to rest, recuperate and recharge your batteries in readiness for your new yearly cycle that gets underway when the Sun enters Pisces, your Sun sign, from the 19th. From the 19th you’ll be in your element again and have the opportunity to shine as your new yearly cycle gets underway.

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thehubpaper.com. Does one of your colleagues suffer from dodgyparkingitis? If so, take a picture of the evidence and send it to us! Don’t worry, all identities will be protected and vehicle registrations blanked out. This is all in the name of good fun, and in no way are we

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BASEBALLER WITH A CONSCIENCEBaseballer Gil Meche handed back $12m in wages to his team Kansas City Royals on the grounds that he “didn’t deserve it” and he’d “already made millions from them”.Fair play to him for his honesty. But imagine Scottish footballers started behaving in such a manner (i.e- handing back money they didn’t deserve). They’d be selling the Big Issue in no time.

GRAFFITI IN GLASGOWAs I walked through Glasgow city centre recently, I noticed a large sign in an empty shop window that said “BILL POSTERS WILL BE PROSECUTED”. Somebody had written below it “BILL POSTERS IS INNOCENT”.The next day someone wrote below it “BILL POSTERS IS NOT INNOCENT; HE STOLE MY CAT AND I WANT JUSTICE”.Only in Glasgow could people write this kind of stuff. It’s the best Glasgow graffiti I’ve read since “Rangers Is Gay”.

COLD CALLERSDespite the sticker on my front door clearly stating “No Cold Callers/Salespeople”, 2 fools clearly thought that by stating they worked for the government, they could bypass this. MPs also “work for the government”, and quite frankly I wouldn’t want them on my doorstep either.Maybe it was because I was bored, but I let them

in. They explained that they were here to ensure I got a “loft insulation grant” and wanted to carry out a “detailed examination” of my loft to see if I was eligible.The “detailed examination” simply involved one of them sticking his head into my loft and saying “Aye mate, you need new insulation”. Next thing I know, they produced an estimate for the work, which mysteriously they wanted me to sign. They assured me that it wasn’t a contract, even though it had the words “THIS IS A CONTRACT” written sneakily on the back of it.At this point they were forced to admit that they were indeed salespeople. One of them sensibly left my house, ashamed of himself. The other decided to take a bold stance and said; “I’m not leaving here until I’ve made a sale,” he said“That’s fine,” I calmly replied, walking towards my front door “I’m locking YOU, in!”He quickly followed his mate out of the door, muttering something about me being “a nutter” under his breath.The moral to the story folks is this - beware cold callers. You didn’t invite them onto your property, you had no interest in buying their

product, so treat them with caution. I have no objection to people trying to earn a living, but when they ignore signs on my front door stating that I do not want to buy, try and dupe me into signing a contract, then refuse to leave- they get it in Q’s Views.

AND FINALLYI think that Valentines Day is simply a conspiracy between Interflora and Hallmark to ensure that they make lots of money in the gap between Christmas and Easter whilst making single people feel 2 feet high. I am also at a loss as to what St Valentine had to do with love and romance, and why these companies feel the need to cash in on it. St Peter was a fisherman, so I am surprised that fish and chip shops haven’t tried to cash in on this fact. St Matthew was a tax collector, so I am delighted that the Inland Revenue haven’t tried to cash in on this fact. And of course, Jesus Christ was a carpenter, so IKEA could have an absolute field day with this one!But if you the reader can use The HUB to publish a special message to your other half on Valentines Day, then there’s no way I’m leaving my fiancée out of it (especially when I write for the paper). Therefore, I’d like to wish my gorgeous and lovely fiancée Claire a Happy Valentines day. And yes Claire, I will get you a card too.

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To submit your pet please send a photo of your pet to [email protected] or post your photo to Suite 17, Ellismuir House, Ellismuir Way, Uddingston G71 5PW with your name, your pets name, breed, age and his or her likes and dislikes.

* although we will try, we cannot guarantee the return of any photos posted to us

Name: Beanie

Breed: Beagle

Lives: Ayrshire with Susan, Paul & Biggles (but a regular at Strathclyde park!)

Beanie is three years old and I think she must of come out of the womb running. She's a born athlete! Loves lure coursing, agility, flyball, beagle racing, canicross, swimming, hill walking...you name it and she's into it!

She's also the queen of manipulation as shown in that photo - she could charm a treat out of almost anyone. And when charm and begging don't work she's an accomplished thief and pickpocket!

Dogs Trust Glasgow are hoping to find a

home for an unusual-looking new canine resident. Smiler Sally, a friendly three-year-old German Shepherd cross, was born with a twisted jaw and has been charming staff with her permanent grin.Claire Kelman, Dogs Trust Glasgow Assistant Manager, explains: “Although Sally’s condition means she looks unusual it actually does not affect her quality of life and she has no problems eating or drinking.When she came into our care we had her fully checked out by our

vet, who said that the jaw is stable and as she is in no pain any attempts to fix it would cause more harm than good.She’s very loving and a chirpy young thing and will make a brilliant family pet.Sally is neutered, microchipped, gets on well with other dogs and would suit an active home where children are aged eight years or over. If you are interested in rehoming Sally please contact Dogs Trust Glasgow directly on 0141 773 5130 or visit the Rehoming Centre at 315 Uddingston Road, Glasgow, G71 7SL.

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To my darling sweetheart Kady, love you with all my

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To my little Princess Lyla love

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Vicki, despite being really annoying! I DO LOVE YOU!

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Ryan I love you more than words can say Leanne <3 xx

Jamie 4 Natalie a.a.f x Happy Valentines day Marisa love you 4eva fluffy bunny, loads n loads of love your

puppy dog Doug x

Happy Valentines day MM, love Andy xxx

Happy Valentines day Mr Huffy Puff xxx

Dear Laura, u complete me luv u always big kisses Stuart.

Ross will you be my

Valentine? Love Kirsty xxx

Colin, I love every minute of every day that I

am with you. Happy Valentine's Day. Love,

Norma-JeanClarebear, thanks for

everything!! love Sincy xxx

Happy Valentines Day Alison, lots of love your annoying

husband Joe! xxx

G, You are cute - love anon xxx

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To my darling Parkrun, you complete me, hope we last

forever and ever, love speedy V!x

Angie, thanks for making my life wonderful Mick xxx

Have a cheesy pasta filled Valentines day Mr Huffy

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To Helen, you are my soul mate lots of love

Sandra x

Roses are red, violets are blue, sugar is sweet and so are you, love you loads

Jess love Pat x

Toni its me n you

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Although the statutory dispute resolution procedures have

been repealed in Great Britain, there are still a number of factors that need to be considered to make a dismissal as risk free as possible.

Establish the facts of the situation Clearly establish the facts before deciding whether formal action is necessary. The facts must be recorded, e.g. documentary evidence, business rationale, written statements, minutes of informal investigatory meetings or formal consultation meetings.

Hold a fair reason There are specific reasons which are considered ‘potentially fair’ in employment law for dismissing an employee, such as conduct, capability, redundancy etc. The reason for dismissal must fall into one of these reasons if it is to be found fair.

Follow a fair procedure The specific procedure will vary dependent on the reason for dismissal. Always take specialist advice when contemplating dismissals to ensure a fair process is followed and that this can be evidenced if necessary. Contractual procedures should also be followed,

providing these are legally compliant. Promptness and consistency play a large part in fairness.

Notify the employee of the requirement to attend a formal meeting Write to the employee, giving them reasonable notice of the requirement to attend a formal meeting, providing details of the reason for the meeting and enabling them to fully understand and prepare to respond. Enclose all supporting evidence and provide the employee with details of any process which has been/will be followed. Make clear that that a likely outcome may be their dismissal.

Advise the employee of their statutory right to be accompanied at the meeting This right entitles the employee to be accompanied by a fellow employee or a trade union official, though, in certain circumstances, you may wish to consider a wider range of companion. Consider postponement of the hearing on grounds that the preferred companion is not available on the scheduled meeting date. Hold the formal meeting Ensure the purpose and reason for the meeting is re-stated and understood and allow the employee the opportunity to fully state any

response. The employer may question the employee if necessary to establish further details. Allow contribution by the companion where appropriate. Do not communicate any decision regarding any decision during the meeting or make any comments which indicate the outcome has been pre-judged and take full minutes.

Adjourn the meeting before decision is communicated After the meeting had been adjourned, consider carefully any submissions or comments made by the employee or their companion. Consider whether dismissal is within a reasonable range of responses to the circumstances. Check any statutory or contractual obligations Where dismissal will take place, check the contractual or statutory notice period the employee requires and whether it is a requirement/appropriate that the employee works their notice period. Calculate holiday pay due/owed and any further statutory payments e.g. statutory redundancy pay.

Confirm the decision in writing and advise of right of appeal Advise the employee they have the right of appeal. The grounds for the

appeal must be put in writing, along with the name of person they should appeal to and the timescale within which the appeal must be received.

Hear the appeal Where an appeal is lodged, the person who hears the appeal meeting should, wherever practicable, have not been involved in the original decision to dismiss. Again, the employee should be informed in writing of the appeal hearing and of the right to be accompanied. The outcome of the appeal should also be communicated to the employee in writing.

Before dismissing any employee, irrespective of their length of service, it is advisable to ensure that the employee has no grounds to bring a claim against the company on grounds that they were dismissed for any discriminatory or automatically unfair reason, as the right to bring such claims are not restricted by the employee’s length of service. Therefore specific advice in every instance is recommended.

If you need any more advice regarding dismissals please contact Rhonda Brymer on 0779 159 4463 or via email, [email protected]


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DieselSainsbury’s - Hamilton - 128.9Esso - Hamilton -128.9ASDA - Blantyre -129.9

Eco Diesel – Hamilton - 0.90Highest - 138.9

LPGMorrisons – Hamilton - 71.9Morrisons – Glasgow Fort - 71.9

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GIRVAN 3 BELLSHILL 2Bellshill Athletic suffered their first league

defeat under new boss Gerry Creaney in a thrilling match against Girvan.

Creaney included new signing David McAuliffe in the starting eleven and the former Stranraer player was slotted in at the heart of the back four.

From the kick off it was the visiting Bellshill who applied early pressure and started the better of the sides.

They were rewarded when Andy Selkirk put Bellshill in the front after three minutes after being set up by team mate Sean McKenna with an excellent strike.

Bellshill put home keeper Wilson under pressure as he struggled to prevent McKenna and Chris Dolan from adding to the scoreline.

Girvan striker Wallace tested Bellshill keeper Donnelly (who was standing in for Calder) with a close range header following a corner and Girvan’s

pressure paid off when Wallace equalised in the 21st minute, firing a Kelly cross past Donnelly.

Just six minutes later the home side went on top when Wallace got across his marker to knock the ball home from close range.

Bellshill came into the second half strongly with Matty Flynn and Selkirk causing difficulty for keeper Wilson to make saves.

The determination by the visiting team was rewarded in the 64th minute when Brendan Crozier sent Flynn clear and his 12-yard effort left home keeper Wilson helpless.

The visitors pushed forward in the search of another goal and a Nicky Cairney shot hit the woodwork.

Stoppage time caused surprise as Wallace pounced on a Selkirk headed clearance to fire a powerful shot beyond Donnelly completing his hat-trick leaving Bellshill stunned.

A spirited second half fight back wasn't enough as Thorniewood suffered defeat

and knocked off the top of the table at wind-swept Govan.

It was 'Wood' who came close after 4 min-utes when a Chris Queen effort was headed over his own crossbar by a relieved 'Ants' defender.

Optimism turned to dismay in the next attack when the home side took a 5th minute lead when a misplaced United pass found Mad-den who's slow motion effort crept inside the near post with Thorniewood keeper Stephen Mather wrong footed.

'Wood' almost equalised moments later when Mullen and Queen combined well before Queen’s decent shot went narrowly just over the crossbar.

St. Ants pushed forward and could have extended their lead when a header flashed just wide as the frantic action continued.

Thorniewood continued to give as good as they were getting but you could see the frustration on Manager Fallon as his side conceded yet another goal direct from a corner with Cummings dispatching a header past Mather. HT 2-0

Into the second period and it was St. Anthony's who came close in 52 minutes when

Mather produced a fine stop at full stretch to deny a net bound 30 yard drive.

The big keeper then became provider in the 53rd minute when the home defence struggled to deal with his kick out allowing Stephen Mul-len time to twist and turn before coolly slipping the ball past Connolly in the home goal to put Thorniewood back in the match.

Thorniewood, sparked on by Mullen’s goal were clearly on top for much of the second half and came agonisingly close to leveling in 77 minutes when a well struck John Crawley volley from the edge of the area was headed off the line.

Mather produced another fine stop in 78 minutes as 'Ants' broke away looking to add to their tally. Thorniewood had a great chance to draw level in the 86th minute when Stephen Low managed to get his head on the end of a Brian Wharton free kick setting up Chris Faulds but he couldn't keep his effort down and sent the ball blazing over from only 8 yards.

Queen had a chance in added time but his point blank header was gratefully held by Connolly.

Throwing everything forward into the home box United lost possession allowing 'Ants' to break and score their third goal deep into added time.

St. Anthony’s 3 Thorniewood United 1

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Thorniewood United 2 Dunipace 2

Thorniewood's inability to deal with corners cost them dear in an

entertaining four goal encounter on Saturday.

Twice in front ‘Wood will feel frustrated not to have hung on but in truth the visitors from Denny more than deserved their point.

A fourth minute corner was missed at the back post by United keeper Stephen Mather but with no visiting player following up 'Wood survived the scare. Thorniewood began to settle down and almost took the lead in 11 minutes when Darren Miller, Mullen and Queen set up a chance for Chris Faulds, only for the striker to blast over from 12 yards.

The deadlock was broken in the next attack when Chris Queen produced Thorniewood's and Robertson Park's first

goal of the decade when he cut in from the left before guiding a right foot shot high into the postage stamp corner. 'Wood' almost doubled their lead in 17 minutes when a decent Stephen low header from a John Crawley cross was well saved by McCurlay in the visiting goal.

Dunipace leveled when slack marking at a 20th minute corner allowed centre back Reid time and space to send a decent header in under the crossbar. A second was almost added moments later when a counter attack from a Brian Wharton throw ended with Mather pulling off a fine double save with the visitors hitting the wood in the process. The half ended with both sides cancelling each other out in a competitive, fast moving midfield battle. Half time 1-1.

In a sluggish start to the second half 'Wood almost paid the price when a Dunipace move in 48 minutes ended with a well-hit shot being fired just over the

bar. Strong pressure by Thorniewood in the area was rewarded on the hour mark with Darren Miller lashing home up into the net from 10 yards after a Faulds effort had been blocked by McCurlay.

Once again the visitors got back level in 69 minutes when another corner from the right was headed home unchallenged.

In an end to end finale Thorniewood came close in 74 minutes when a low Ryan Miller shot from the edge of the box was somehow turned over the bar by McCurlay. The keeper again had to be alert to save a point blank Faulds header from a Stephen Mullen cross. Dunipace threatened a couple of

times late on with once again corner kicks causing havoc in the 'Wood six yard box.

In the end a good game and in the most part a good performance from Thorniewood against a decent looking Dunipace side.

THORNIEWOOD CORNERED INTO A DRAW

Striker Chris Queen fires home ‘Wood’s first goal of the decade

A jubilant Darren Miller celebrates ‘Wood’s 2nd goal

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Thorniewood reports by Stuart Clelland

Report by George Mills


RUGBY

Super League First DivisionPos Team Pld W D L F A GD Pts1 Whitletts Victoria F.C. 11 6 4 1 20 10 10 22 2 Girvan F.C 10 6 2 2 26 13 13 20 3 Clydebank F.C. 13 5 5 3 18 14 4 20 4 East Kilbride Thistle F.C. 10 5 3 2 12 8 4 18 5 Glenafton Athletic F.C. 11 4 4 3 19 17 2 16 6 Kilwinning Rangers F.C. 11 5 1 5 21 27 -6 16 7 Hurlford United F.C. 10 5 0 5 21 21 0 15 8 Renfrew F.C. 10 5 0 5 12 16 -4 15 9 Ashfield F.C. 9 4 1 4 23 16 7 13 10 Cumbernauld United F.C. 10 4 1 5 24 23 1 13 11 Shotts Bon Accord F.C. 11 3 4 4 14 17 -3 13 12 Bellshill Athletic F.C. 12 4 1 7 24 31 -7 13 13 Vale of Clyde F.C. 10 3 1 6 20 22 -2 10 14 Annbank United F.C. 12 1 3 8 14 33 -19 6

Central District First DivPos Team Pld W D L F A GD Pts1 St. Anthony’s F.C. 11 7 3 1 25 12 13 24 2 Thorniewood United F.C. 12 7 2 3 25 19 6 23 3 Kilsyth Rangers F.C. 10 6 3 1 20 9 11 21 4 Neilston Juniors F.C. 11 6 2 3 16 15 1 20 5 Greenock Juniors F.C. 11 4 3 4 25 22 3 15 6 Vale of Leven F.C. 10 4 1 5 19 18 1 13 7 Dunipace F.C. 10 3 4 3 12 13 -1 13 8 Cambuslang Rangers F.C. 10 4 0 6 18 19 -1 12 9 Johnstone Burgh F.C. 10 3 2 5 12 13 -1 11 10 Port Glasgow F.C. 9 3 2 4 15 21 -6 11 11 Shettleston F.C. 9 3 1 5 12 13 -1 10 12 Glasgow Perthshire F.C. 10 2 2 6 10 23 -13 8 13 Blantyre Victoria F.C. 7 0 1 6 4 16 -12 1

Central District Second DivPos Team Pld W D L F A GD Pts1 Carluke Rovers F.C. 10 7 2 1 32 16 16 23 2 Yoker Athletic F.C. 8 6 2 0 25 7 18 20 3 Larkhall Thistle F.C. 9 6 0 3 26 14 12 18 4 Benburb F.C. 9 4 3 2 13 14 -1 15 5 Royal Albert F.C. 10 4 2 4 13 16 -3 14 6 St. Roch’s F.C. 9 4 1 4 18 22 -4 13 7 Stonehouse Violet F.C. 10 3 1 6 22 21 1 10 8 Forth Wanderers F.C. 9 2 4 3 12 18 -6 10 9 Maryhill F.C. 10 3 1 6 14 25 -11 10 10 Lesmahagow Juniors F.C. 7 3 0 4 15 11 4 9 11 Wishaw Juniors F.C. 10 3 0 7 12 27 -15 9 12 Newmains United F.C. 9 1 2 6 12 23 -11 5

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BOXING

VIEWPARK Amateur Boxing Club was celebrating again this week

with the recent success of their young boxers in the Western Championships.

Thomas Logan (12) 40kg, made it through to the semi-final and then into the final to take the Western Championships. Thomas attends

Uddingston Grammar High School.Callum McGuigan (13) 60kg, put on

an excellent display as he fought his way straight into the final to take the Western Championships while staying undefeated. Callum attends Holy Cross High School.

Dominic Nye (15) 60kg, fought a

semifinal and final to take the Western Championships for his weight category.

This was without doubt his best performance since he joined Viewpark ABC at the end of last season. Fellow boxer David Sexton (15), who fights in the 70kg weight category did not get a bout on the day.

VIEWPARK BOXERS PUNCH UP SUCCESS AT CHAMPIONSHIPS

Callum McGuigan with fellow boxer Dominic Nye

COMPETITIVE rugby made a welcome return to Bothwell

Castle Policies when Uddingston at long last managed to entertain Wigtownshire in their four times postponed Regional Bowl fixture.

With no home fixture since 30th October, and only two away games in the same period, the Villagers were grateful for the opportunity to get back into action, and despite some rust around the edges put in a strong, committed performance scoring four tries and running out 24-17 winners to progress to next weekend’s third round.

As expected the opening periods were slow and steady, neither side creating any real attacking threat. As such, the only point of note in the opening quarter was a missed penalty opportunity for the visitors. As the half progressed however, the Villagers started to get into the game, and despite being under pressure from a strong Wigtownshire pack, exploited handling errors to force their way deep into the visitors’ territory.

The opening try came on 24 minutes. A quick penalty saw the ball driven into the Wigtownshire half before the Villagers moved the ball wide through their backs. Winger Tom Hughes powered on and seeing his path to the line blocked cut back inside, resulting in a ruck metres from the try line. As the forwards created the platform it was Captain Iain Beresford who picked up to dive across the line. Gordon Burns was on target from out wide to add the conversion, opening a 7-0 lead for the Villagers.

Uddingston doubled their try count on 37 minutes with Beresford again heavily involved in the move. With possession stolen in their own half he broke from defence to take play into the Wigtownshire half. Drawing the defence, the ball was quickly moved wide and Tom Hughes had enough space and power to sprint home from 30 metres out for a well worked try. This time Burns missed the conversion but the Villagers had a most welcome 12-0 advantage.

With the half deep into stoppage time Wigtownshire got back into the game with their first try of the afternoon. Using the power of their forwards the ball was rumbled deep into the Uddingston 22. Despite some brave defending the home side were unable to thwart the power of the visiting forwards and Ben Haigh found the gap to score the try.The missed conversion brought the half to a close with the Villagers in front 12-5.

The second half started in much the same way as the first - with neither side dominating - both looking for the break that would bring much needed points. With both defences holding strong it was a mistake from the Villagers which gave a scoring opportunity to Wigtownshire. Defending well the Villagers were awarded a scrum five metres from their own try line. A rare error between scrum half and hooker saw the visitors steal the ball and, with the home defence flat footed, Keith McNeill powered over for the try. The conversion again slipped past but things were now all square 12-12.

But the Villagers were not out of the game and within five minutes had regained the lead. A period of sustained pressure saw the ball taken into the Wigtownshire half. A well placed kick through forced the visiting full back to carry over his own try line, conceding the five metre scrum.

With the platform set the Villagers moved the ball, allowing John Kinnoch to take the ball at pace and crash towards the try line. Finding himself a metre short, a ruck was formed and it was Beresford who was again on hand to pick from the base and burrow over for his second try of the afternoon - Burns made sure of the extras giving the villagers a seven point advantage.

With the momentum now flowing in their favour the Villagers put the game beyond Wigtownshire with the best move of the match. Forwards and backs combined, taking the ball from half way to the visiting 22.

As the Wigtownshire defence scrambled to get back, the ball was again moved wide. This time the home forwards creating the overlap allowing Mikey McKeown to crash over in the corner.

The angle of the conversion proved too much for Burns but with 10 minutes remaining the Villagers had a comfortable 24-12 lead.

As with the first period the final word went to Wigtownshire, McNeill securing a consolation try in the corner after good driving from his forwards. The conversion fell short bringing the match to end.

VILLAGERS BACK ON WINNING FORM

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ANVIL began brightly and had the Pollok defense stretched on

several occasions during the first half but both defenses were coping with relative ease until a controversial penalty kick was awarded to and scored by Pollock in injury time.

Anvil went out after the break determined to retrieve the situation and in the 70th minute Alan Fraser had

a shot from 25 yards which rebounded from the inside of the post.

The last 15 minutes were end to end with Anvil going all out for the equaliser but the cruelty of football was evident in the 84th minute when Anvil made a sweeping move which tore the Pollok defense apart only for Pollok’s keeper to save Anvil’s Andy Kyle`s effort. Pollok then started a counter attack and managed to score the decisive second goal.

Despite early pressure, Anvil found themselves a goal down after

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Anvil pressure and it finally paid off when A.Fraser took advantage of a mistake by the opposition keeper and managed to roll the ball home. Anvil then took the lead in the 76th min when Murray and Fraser combined before Jamie Mullen’s glancing header guided the ball home. Redbrae tried hard in the last few minutes but Anvil coped well to hold onto their lead. UDDINGSTON ANVIL now play Ashvale Victoria or St Patrick`s in the next round.

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BELLSHILL FALL SHORT

Bellshill were dealt a blow before their crucial league match against Vale of Clyde when giant stopper Stevie Bennett failed a pre-match fitness test and had to contend with sitting on the sideline.

Visitors Vale of Clyde included four former Bellshill players in their starting eleven, Rab Coulter, Jamie McKenzie, Anton Franchetti and Paul McBride.

Vale won the toss and elected to take advantage of a strong wind behind them for the first half. From the kick off they raced forward putting early pressure on the Bellshill defence. The visitors were rewarded with a second minute corner, from which the unmarked Lang fired the ball beyond Calder to put The Vale ahead.

The visitors doubled their lead four minutes later through McGowan who gathered a Coulter clearance and with acres of space sent a 30 yard effort into the net.

In a rare Bellshill attack during the opening exchanges Smith got on the end of a Crozier freekick to test Vale keeper Hamilton but the keeper gathered quite comfortably in the end.

McGhee sent McKenna clear

as The ‘Hill at last got forward but Coulter cut out his cross with ease.

Poor defending by the ‘Hill was punished again when McBride got on the end of a Mackin corner kick after 17 minutes to put The vale three goals ahead.

Bellshill tried to push forward but were up against a well organised Vale defence combined with a very strong wind. Half time gave Bellshill Manager Gerry Creaney the change to talk to the lads and change tactics for the second half.

With the wind behind Bellshill they made a decent start to the second half and Crozier went close with a free kick which Hamilton cleared after a scramble in the goal mouth.

Bellshill were awarded a penalty kick in the 52nd minute when Vale defender McKenzie handled a goal bound Selkirk header, and was sent off for deliberate hand ball.

When the dust settled and McKenzie finally left the pitch, keeper Hamilton saved comfortably from McKenna’s weak effort – not like the striker, who was having a bad day at the office.

Sensing victory was within grasp, ten men Vale defended in depth

leaving lone Striker McBride up front as they looked to see out the remainder of the match.

Hamilton pushed a Selkirk header over the top and produced very decent stops from Cavanagh and Smith keeping Bellshill at bay until the 80th minute when Cavanagh netted a Flynn cross to reduce the deficit.

Searching for more goals, Bellshill pushed everything forward. Vale’s Paul headed a Cavanagh header clear and Coulter cleared a Leyton slack close range attempt.

In the 88th minute the visitors increased their lead through McBride following an indirect free kick 10 yards from goal.

The visitor’s goalkeeper certainly played well and without a doubt kept them in front as Bellshill had many attempts during the second period. Manager Creaney will be disappointed with his team’s inability to score despite having all of the pressure.

Bellshill Athletic: Calder, McGhee, Malloy, smith, McAuliffe, Cairnery (Hall), Slack, Crozier, McKenna (Cavanagh), Selkirk, Brady (Flynn)

Unused Subs: Donnelly (G.K), Dolan, Connelly

Bellshill Athletic 1 Vale of Clyde 4

RUNNING

Cavanagh manages to get on the end of a Flynn cross to reduce the deficit for Bellshill.

Hamilton Harriers held their annual 10k Road Race in Bothwell last week with runner Neil Robbins winning overall.Cheryl McNulty was first lady in the

race and winner of the sealed time was Club Secretary Andy McLinden.Club President John Berry was on hand to present the winners with their trophies.

HAMILTON HARRIERS

Club President John Berry presents overall winner Neil Robbins with shield

Sealed time winner Andy McLinden with his shield

First lady of the race Cheryl McNulty receives her prize.

Match Report by George Mills

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