Rutherglen Reformer

Rutherglen Reformer The Reformer is the local newspaper to Rutherglen and surrounding areas, Cambuslang, Toryglen, Castle We remained as the Rutherglen Reformer.

* Please note, the Reformer page is a public forum and anything posted on the page will be considered for publication. If you wish your views to remain private, please send us a Personal Message. The Reformer has been the cornerstone of the local community for 137 years, and continues to provide the best and most in-depth news, features and sport for Rutherglen, Cambuslang and the surroun

ding area. The paper was created by Andrew King and John McAlpine, who both went on to become town councillors. We first hit the shelves on December 4, 1875, under the watchful eye of our first ever editor, Mr R M Russell. In 1962, the Cambuslang Pilot was incorprated into the Reformer, with the name continuing to appear on the masthead until 1971. In 1977, we became the South Side and Rutherglen Reformer, but that experiment lasted a mere four years. uuntil 1991 when we became simply ‘The Reformer’. All of these name changes have been coupled with even more front page masthead changes. The original masthead was the basis until the 1970s when a plainer, simpler design was brought in. Since then, another five have been used. Over the years, The Reformer has reported on all of the biggest events of the day, including detailed reports on the heroism of locals during two World Wars. One of the longest-running stories was the plight of workers at the Cambuslang Hoover plant, which had been almost constantly cutting back on staff until its closure in 2005. We have been in the thick of the action, reporting as Rutherglen was swallowed up into Glasgow District Council and the subsequent decline of the town. Synonymous with that was theme was the decline of Rutherglen Town Hall. But we were there for its grand re-opening in 2005, an event that symbolised the town’s rebirth as part of South Lanarkshire Council. The Reformer itself underwent a revamp and in 2009 we moved our offices to Hamilton. But our dedication to the local community has remained and there are now more ways than ever for readers to keep in contact through our Facebook and Twitter pages. The paper has played a vital role in the community for nearly 14 decades, but we couldn’t have done it without the loyalty of our readers, advertisers and newsagents. Thank you for your support.

Dr Jennifer Gibson has a "wealth of experience in primary care, cancer care, and palliative medicine".
13/01/2025

Dr Jennifer Gibson has a "wealth of experience in primary care, cancer care, and palliative medicine".

Fast and reliable full fibre broadband "can have a huge impact on people’s daily lives".
13/01/2025

Fast and reliable full fibre broadband "can have a huge impact on people’s daily lives".

Lanarkshire’s Specialist Falls Service is offering advice.
13/01/2025

Lanarkshire’s Specialist Falls Service is offering advice.

In response, Lanarkshire’s Specialist Falls Service is offering advice to help everyone stay safe, particularly older adults who are most at risk.

Former NHS chief executive to receive OBE
05/01/2025

Former NHS chief executive to receive OBE

Calum Campbell spent five years at the NHS Lanarkshire helm before departing in June 2020 to join NHS Lothian.

January sale on at Main Street pubs
04/01/2025

January sale on at Main Street pubs

An Ruadh Ghlean and The John Fairweather are offering discounted drinks and food

Group in Castlemilk have it sewn up when it comes to human rights
03/01/2025

Group in Castlemilk have it sewn up when it comes to human rights

Sew Fabulous were promoting understanding of the social issues residents face

Emergency services attended Pinkerton Avenue.
02/01/2025

Emergency services attended Pinkerton Avenue.

Two men and a woman were treated in hospital

Charity unveils strategy to transform lives of those with sight loss
01/01/2025

Charity unveils strategy to transform lives of those with sight loss

The strategy focuses on building an inclusive future where people of all visual abilities can thrive.

Outstanding award for Rutherglen gardening group charity
01/01/2025

Outstanding award for Rutherglen gardening group charity

Dorothy has continued with her personal drive to help local good causes

Lanarkshire's broadcasting veteran receives an MBE
31/12/2024

Lanarkshire's broadcasting veteran receives an MBE

The journalist, who was the face of BBC Scotland News for three decades, is being recognised for her services to broadcasting and charities.

Cases of flu, RSV and Covid are increasing in Lanarkshire
31/12/2024

Cases of flu, RSV and Covid are increasing in Lanarkshire

Cases of flu, RSV and Covid are increasing in Lanarkshire and, as a result, in the number of people being admitted to hospital.

Movie review: Hugh Grant in horror film; Heretic!
31/12/2024

Movie review: Hugh Grant in horror film; Heretic!

Londoner Hugh Grant is wonderful in his first real stab at the genre.

Yellow weather warning for Lanarkshire
30/12/2024

Yellow weather warning for Lanarkshire

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for torrential downpours between midnight on Monday, December 30, right up to The Bells on Hogmanay.

Foodbank reveals numbers helped in Rutherglen and Cambuslang
30/12/2024

Foodbank reveals numbers helped in Rutherglen and Cambuslang

Donations are declining while the number of people needing to use the service is heading in the other direction

Don't forget to submit your meter readings!
29/12/2024

Don't forget to submit your meter readings!

Advice Direct Scotland, which runs the national energy advice service energyadvice.scot, is reminding consumers to act before midnight on December 31.

Call for council to take views on introduction of Firework Control Zones
28/12/2024

Call for council to take views on introduction of Firework Control Zones

Rutherglen MSP wants to make it easier for residents to share their concerns

Royal Family member joins Rutherglen family for party
27/12/2024

Royal Family member joins Rutherglen family for party

The Duchess is patron of disability charity Cerebral Palsy Scotland

Jail term for Cambuslang attacker who slashed man's face with a knife in "retaliation"
27/12/2024

Jail term for Cambuslang attacker who slashed man's face with a knife in "retaliation"

Mark McGowan's victim needed 14 stitches in a wound to his face.

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