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National 5 exams to be cancelled for pupils in Scotland in 2021
John SwinneyEducation Secretary John Swinney made his announcement this afternoon.
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EK motorists to face weeks of disruption on A725 as resurfacing works get underway
Transport Scotland
Lengthy overnight diversions will be in place during Phase 3 of the works between Whirlies Roundabout and Crossbasket.
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Woman who abused kids at EK house for years back in dock
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Samantha Smith was jailed for three years for sexually abusing children attacked a custody officer.
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Animal loving volunteers set up group to trace missing cats and dogs across EK
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The Lanarkshire Trap and Scan Crew was set up three months ago.
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EK schoolboy left "hanging on for his life" after falling down uncovered manhole
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Liam Arnott was out playing with his friends when he fell in Spruce Grove.
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Lucky Lanarkshire admin assistant becomes millionaire overnight
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Known only as Miss M from Lanarkshire she has purchased a new home with her £2m Lotto win.
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SSPCA issue urgent appeal for much needed hay donations due to influx of rabbits
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All nine of the Scottish SPCA rescue and rehoming centres are still closed to the public.
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News

East KilbrideFormer East Kilbride teacher celebrates 95th birthday in styleHelen Behan, also known as Eileen, celebrated her 95th birthday surrounded by family and friends during a special luncheon at the Torrance Hotel.
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South Lanarkshire Council carries out essential repairs on popular East Kilbride bridge
South Lanarkshire Council
Upgrades to the Horseshoe Bridge in Calderglen Country Park are complete and it is now open to the public.
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Festive fundraising ball will support Loaves and Fishes and St Bernadette's Food Bank
Charity
‘Light Up Christmas 50/50 Fundraising Ball’ on November 25 will support East Kilbride-based Loaves and Fishes and St Bernadette's Food Bank in Motherwell
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Wiseman Dairies family records bumper year of £250,000 charitable donations
Charity
The Wiseman Family Charitable Fund has given away nearly £800,000 during its four years of operation
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Over 10,000 Welfare Fund payments made in South Lanarkshire as households struggle to make ends meet
Benefits
The national scheme funded by the Scottish Government provides support to those most in need
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Sport

Albion Rovers FCAlbion Rovers can't just expect to beat Kilwinning Rangers, warns boss Sandy ClarkClark expects a tough clash in Ayrshire and says his side will need to be on top form to progress
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East Kilbride skipper hails club's 80-goal haul, as he shares delight at news boss Kennedy is staying on
East Kilbride FC
Kilby have racked up an impressive number of goals already this term
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History made as East Kilbride teenager chases the American dream
Lanarkshire Sport
Chris Neilson from Lindsayfield is undergoing a scholarship at the University of South Carolina
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Young East Kilbride boxer lands first title win in Scottish Championship success
Lanarkshire Sport
Austin Newall was on top form at Ravenscraig to claim the 48kg title
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Clyde job Mick Kennedy's if he wants it, as East Kilbride boss continues to mull over move
East Kilbride FC
The K-Park gaffer is considering switching the Lowland League for League Two
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East Kilbride FC

East Kilbride FCEast Kilbride skipper hails club's 80-goal haul, as he shares delight at news boss Kennedy is staying onKilby have racked up an impressive number of goals already this term
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Clyde job turned down by Mick Kennedy as East Kilbride boss opts to remain in Lowland League
East Kilbride FC
The K-Park gaffer won't be jumping ship to Clyde after talks with representatives from the Bully Wee over the last fortnight
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Clyde job Mick Kennedy's if he wants it, as East Kilbride boss continues to mull over move
East Kilbride FC
The K-Park gaffer is considering switching the Lowland League for League Two
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Clyde speculation didn't affect East Kilbride players against Caledonian Braves, says Mick Kennedy as he addresses job links
East Kilbride FC
Kilby had to come from a goal down to beat Braves and stay top of the Lowland League
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Portuguese star is East Kilbride signing No.25 of the season
East Kilbride FC
Mick Kennedy has further strengthened his squad for their Lowland League title tilt
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East Kilbride Thistle FC

East Kilbride Thistle FCRossvale got off lightly in rout, says East Kilbride Thistle boss after another resounding resultThe Jags took their goals tally to 15 in two games with their latest West of Scotland Fourth Division outing
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East Kilbride Thistle hit TEN goals to end losing strike, delighting boss
East Kilbride Thistle FC
The Showpark side responded to some recent hammerings by dishing out one of their own on Saltcoats
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East Kilbride Thistle "excited" to face leaders Glenvale as side try to get reiginte season
East Kilbride Thistle FC
The Jags are out of every cup competition and have their full focus on league business
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East Kilbride Thistle boss says big moments went against his side in sore cup exit
East Kilbride Thistle FC
Aaron Connolly says his side must learn from their 5-0 hammering by Aberdeen East End
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East Kilbride Thistle boss blasts his side after Giffnock defeat
East Kilbride Thistle FC
Aaron Connolly says it was as disappointed as he has been "in a long time" as Giffnock leap-frogged Jags
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