The schoolboy was taken to the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow for treatment. The 13-year-old was cycling on George Street in Chapelhall around 9.15pm on August 14 when he was hit by a car. Police said the driver failed to stop at the scene. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 9.15pm on Wednesday, August 14, 2024 officers were called to a collision involving a car and a youth on a bicycle on George Street, Chapelhall. “The cyclist, a 13-year-old male youth, was taken to the Royal Hospital for Children in Glasgow for treatment. “Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances.” STV News is now on WhatsAppGet all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Follow STV News on WhatsAppScan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country '+scriptOptions._localizedStrings.webview_notification_text+' "+scriptOptions._localizedStrings.redirect_overlay_title+" "+scriptOptions._localizedStrings.redirect_overlay_text+" Win HappyPremiumSearch RayoclydelocalnewsMan arrested after reports of person with weapon on North Lanarkshire's M8Officers were called to the slip road at Junction 6 this morning A man has been arrested after reports of a man with a weapon on the M8 near Chapelhall Officers were called to the slip road at Junction 6 around 8.55am today Police say the man had left the scene on foot before they could get there An extensive search was carried out and a firearm was recovered A 35-year-old man was also traced and has been arrested said: "We believe this was a targeted incident and we are following a positive line of enquiry "The M8 would have been busy at the time and I would ask any drivers with dash-cams to please check their footage and contact us "I am also keen to speak to anyone who may have any information surrounding the circumstances of the incident as it is vital that we find out exactly what has happened "Officers have already spoken to some motorists who stopped at the time of the incident and I would like to thank everyone for their help so far "I would urgently appeal to anyone who was in the area said: "We understand this incident may be worrying for the local community and I would ask anyone with any concerns to speak to us." The M8 slip road and part on the A8 eastbound at Eurocentral were closed for around seven hours while enquiries were carried out Anyone with information can speak to officers contact Police Scotland via 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 Hear the latest news on Clyde 1 on FM, DAB, smart speaker or the Rayo app. Company number 01176085; Bauer Radio Limited Company number: 1394141Registered office: Media House Peterborough PE2 6EA and H Bauer Publishing Company number: LP003328; Registered office: The Lantern London NW1 2PL All registered in England and Wales VAT no 918 5617 01H Bauer Publishing are authorised and regulated for credit broking by the FCA (Ref No: 845898) Tenants from Laurel Gardens Retirement Complex in Chapelhall are taking advantage of their new digital skills thanks to pupils at St Aloysuis Primary School as part of our Driving Digital Locally Intergenerational Project This is the sixth project to take place as part of the successful initiative and has enabled senior residents to confidently use technology for various purposes The programme begins with seniors engaging in lively discussions with pupils on topics ranging from childhood memories to favourite songs Then the pupils teach the tenants basic digital skills on a buddy system senior residents are now more connected and engaged with the digital world Gabriel Smith said: “I never thought I would enjoy using technology It’s amazing how much we can learn from each other." One pupil said: “This experience has a positive impact because the atmosphere is nice and positive in lots of different ways It also had a positive impact on me and my partner because we got to know each other and we could talk about things and show them new digital skills to use in their daily life.” Acting Head Teacher at St.Aloysuis Primary School Jennifer Flanagan said: “I am thrilled to see our school building meaningful partnerships with the local community particularly fostering link with the residential home The intergeneration project has brough benefits across generations for her dedication developing the skills of our digital leaders enabling them to 'connect' in more ways than one I am incredibly proud of the children's efforts the skills they have developed and the positive impact they have made.” Class teacher Suzanne Love added: “I've been lucky enough to be involved with a couple of these intergenerational projects in different clusters now and it will remain one of the best experiences of my teaching career “Watching the children's confidence grow and seeing them adapting to become the teachers to impart their skills was brilliant I was so proud of our pupils' enthusiasm and commitment throughout the project The biggest highlight for me was watching the relationships between the children and their partners bloom “Taking part has meant that our school has re-kindled its close link with Laurel Gardens and we look forward to further ventures together in the future.” We're sorry this page didn't meet your expectations this time Please let us know if you have any feedback to help us improve the content If you have a question or comment about a council service or would like a reply, please contact us Sign up to our monthly newsletter to keep you updated with whats new in North Lanarkshire Stay in touch with council news and services with regular email updates Specialist officers were called to the motorway between Junction 6 and Eurocentral at around 8.55am on Monday. Specialist officers were called to the motorway between Junction 6 and Eurocentral at around 8.55am on Monday following reports of a man who appeared to be carrying a weapon on the eastbound carriageway. A major search is ongoing with the road remaining closed as of 3.20pm. Drivers are urged to use alternative routes. The M8 is closed at junction six eastbound for Newhouse and Chapelhall. The slip road on the A8 eastbound  at Eurocentral is also closed. Police Scotland said extensive enquiries were ongoing. The force said in a statement: “Police are in attendance and a search of the area is being carried out. “Specialist officers are also in attendance, as a precaution, and extensive inquiries are ongoing.” “The M8 is closed at Junction 6 eastbound for Newhouse and Chapelhall and motorists are advised to avoid the area while investigations are carried out.” Specialist officers were called to the motorway between Junction 6 and Eurocentral on Monday. Specialist officers were called to the motorway near Junction 6 at around 8.55am on Monday following reports of a man who appeared to be carrying a weapon on the eastbound carriageway The M8 was closed eastbound at Newhouse and Chapelhall The slip road on the A8 eastbound at Eurocentral was also closed Police Scotland said extensive enquiries were ongoing Traffic Scotland confirmed the road had been reopened at around 4.30pm on Monday The current status of the police search has not been confirmed. Police Scotland has been contacted for comment. Previously the force said: “Police are in attendance and a search of the area is being carried out. Officers were called to the M8 slip road at Junction 6 near Chapelhall at around 8.55am. Officers said they were called to the M8 slip road at Junction 6 near Chapelhall at about 8.55am on Monday, but that the man had left the scene on foot by the time they arrived. An “extensive” search of the area was carried out, during which police said they found and recovered a firearm. They said they have also traced and arrested a 35-year-old man. Officers said inquiries into the incident are ongoing, and they have appealed to the public for information. The M8 slip road and part of the A8 eastbound at Eurocentral were closed for about seven hours while inquiries were carried out. Detective Inspector Stephanie Bertram, of Lanarkshire CID, said: “We believe this was a targeted incident and we are following a positive line of inquiry. “The M8 would have been busy at the time and I would ask any drivers with dash-cams to please check their footage and contact us. “I am also keen to speak to anyone who may have any information surrounding the circumstances of the incident as it is vital that we find out exactly what has happened. “Officers have already spoken to some motorists who stopped at the time of the incident and I would like to thank everyone for their help so far. “I would urgently appeal to anyone who was in the area, and who has not already spoken with us, to please do so.” Chief Inspector Gail Nicol, local area commander, said: “We understand this incident may be worrying for the local community and I would ask anyone with any concerns to speak to us.” Anyone with information can speak to officers, contact Police Scotland via 101 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, quoting incident number 0602 of Monday February 3, 2025. Scullion Law staff Judith Higson (left) and Stephanie Grieve collected the company's award from Brigadier Andy Muddiman(Image: Contributed/Hamilton Advertiser)Two Lanarkshire firms have received prestigious silver-level accolades from the Ministry of Defence’s employer recognition scheme (ERS) Hamilton-based Scullion Law and Chapelhall firm DMI Fire and Security both received the award in honour of their work to demonstrate support for the forces and veteran communities including reservists and cadet force volunteers Representatives of both local companies were among 21 firms from across the Scottish lowlands who received their awards at a ceremony in Glasgow where certificates were presented on behalf of the defence secretary The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now Get all the news from your area – as well as features sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Scullion Law managing director Nicholas Scullion said the company is “thrilled” by the silver award saying: “This highlights our commitment to providing exceptional legal services and fostering a supportive environment for those who serve “We are passionate about improving lives and making a difference and we are proudly working towards a military-friendly workplace, offering at least five days’ leave for reservist employees and flexible working arrangements “Our services cover a broad spectrum of legal needs from court-martial defence to veteran appeals offering specialised military law expertise for our defence community [and] ensuring armed forces personnel have a reliable legal partner.” earned the scheme’s bronze award in 2023 – and earlier this year saw senior solicitor Stephanie Grieve an army reservist who serves as a second lieutenant and platoon commander with 243 Provost Company of the 1st Regiment Royal Military Police nominated at the Scottish ex-forces in business awards using local businesses in their supply chains and ensuring fair work practices Silver ERS award recipients commit to give reservist employees five days of paid or unpaid leave for training; and the Lanarkshire firms and fellow workplaces recognised were described as going “above and beyond with their support through initiatives such as employing veterans supporting individuals transitioning out of the forces into a new career and providing flexibility for serving reservists to complete training or go on mobilisation” Steve Kelly of DMI Fire and Security was presented with the Chapelhall company's silver award by Brigadier Andy Muddiman(Image: Contributed/Hamilton Advertiser)The awards were presented by Brigadier Andy Muddiman who said: “These awards recognise willingness not only to sign the armed forces covenant but also to enact the pledges to support the defence family.” he added: “We know that making those pledges is a business decision we offer you potential members of your workforce that are highly and regularly trained in a wide array of skills.” * Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook? Head on over and give us a like and share! A Central Belt science park is set for expansion with Pioneer Group winning planning consent from North Lanarkshire Council to build 73,000sq/ft of additional accommodation Two new Oberlanders-designed laboratory buildings are proposed for the 20-acre Biocity Glasgow a research campus focused on medicinal research and biotechnology Delivered over two phases the first building will provide 33,300 sq/ft of lab space Oberlanders wrote: "The proposed buildings are in keeping with the existing BioCity buildings with cladding material similar to that of the surroundings but with the introduction of a new colour palette "Form and shape of the buildings follow functionality with provision for external roof mounted plant areas service risers including external flue chimneys and flat roofs with open aspect to enable the installation of solar panels." Located in Chapelhall off the M8 motorway the speculative build has vertical emphasis with aligned windows alternating with darker-coloured cladding panels All comments are pre-moderated and must obey our house rules The 12-year-old is alleged to have made threats online towards staff and pupils at the joint campus. Students and staff at the joint St Aloysius’ and Chapelhall campus were the subject of “threatening communications” by a 12-year-old boy, according to Police Scotland. The threat, which was not thought to be credible, was reported to officers by staff, a council spokesperson said. “The school was made aware of a potential threat to the safety of pupils and staff which was immediately reported to Police Scotland,” they added. “Although the threat is not thought to be credible, we are supporting Police Scotland with their enquiries. As always, the safety of pupils and staff is our absolute priority.” The boy was later reported to the children’s reporter. Officers stressed there was no threat to the wider public. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 12.30pm on Monday, May 22 we received a report of threatening communications online. “A 12-year-old boy has been charged in connection and a report has been submitted to the Children’s Reporter.” Kerilyn, 18, with her beloved dad WilliamTHE daughter of a dad-of-eight brutally slain in his Chapelhall home has said her family has finally been given “some closure” following a killer’s conviction for murder. John McKay, 46, stabbed William Scott seven times – including a fatal blow to his stomach – at the victim’s flat in Gibb Street last April after William discovered McKay was having an affair with his former partner. McKay – who denied the accusation – was found guilty of murder at the High Court in Glasgow last Thursday and faces life in jail when he is sentenced next month. Kerilyn Scott, 18, the second-eldest of William’s children, had to listen to the horrific circumstances of her beloved dad’s death as she attended court during every session of the 10-day trial and branded McKay "a monster" afterwards. The make-up artistry student told the Airdrie & Coatbridge Advertiser about the moment the jury revealed the unanimous verdict: “It was a real relief for us all, just to know that McKay is going to be punished for what he did to my dad. “A big weight was lifted from the family’s shoulders and the verdict brings us some closure, especially my gran and papa who have been through a very tough time. “I was in court every day and McKay just kept his head down the whole time. There was quite a few of the family there and it was hard having to hear all the evidence. “The jury went out at about 10.40am and came back with their verdict at 2.15pm. “Even though it was only a few hours’ wait, it felt a lot longer and I was very nervous waiting to hear it. “But it was a unanimous guilty verdict and I knew then that McKay would have to face up to his awful actions.” McKay had been having secret sex trysts with Louisa Corcoran, 34 – mum to five of William’s children. But the pair were caught in the act when McKay’s girlfriend Marion Carson discovered his Facebook alias – Jane Dawson – on a fake page he had set up to chat with Louisa online. Marion revealed the fling to a fuming William, 43, and he then called Louisa to confront her. When first offender McKay found out about William’s verbal abuse towards Louisa – his “number one” – he stormed to William’s flat and brutally stabbed him seven times. The jury heard it was a young girl who made the grim discovery of the dying William in his blood-stained property. Kerilyn, from Gartlea, says her father’s premature and violent death has left a huge void in her life and the lives of her immediate family: “Dad was a really good father and he cared for all of his children. “I lived with my mum, but still saw dad at weekends and I spoke to him on the phone every night. “I miss him terribly and think about him every single day. “There’s a massive hole in all of our lives and things will never be the same. “He got on with people and will be missed.” Tributes left at William's grave site‌ McKay was remanded in custody pending sentencing on April 19 at the High Court in Edinburgh – and Kerilyn will once again be in attendance. She said: “I am going back to hear the sentence handed down and I am hoping he gets the lengthy jail term he deserves. “But no matter the punishment that gets dished out, nothing can ever bring my dad back.” John McKay was found guilty of the brutal murder McKay’s trial heard how the murderer – who went to the same school as William – started his affair with Louisa Corcoran early last year. She had been in a 15-year relationship with William – but insisted they had separated by the time she began seeing McKay. The mum said she first slept with him the day after her birthday, in March 2016, and when asked how many times she and McKay had sex during their affair, Louisa replied: “A few... maybe five.” The court heard, however, that Louisa ended the fling in early April – just weeks before the murder – and that McKay’s partner Marion Carson was suspicious her man had been playing away. She said: “I had seen Facebook messages between them. She wrote a message to him, ‘if you need to have a little chat let me know’.” Marion then discovered McKay had a secret phone – with a number saved for a Lou Shepherd – and traced this name on Facebook, finding a Jane Dawson as the only “friend” on the page. Marion immediately believed this was how McKay was contacting his secret lover, and violence then erupted on April 28 – the day of the murder – when she told William of the affair. Louisa told the jury how she then got a call from William: “He was just shouting, calling me names like ‘cow’ and said, ‘I hope it’s not true because you can do better’.” But, Louisa claimed she “could not remember” if she then told McKay what William had said; it was later that day the mum became aware William was attacked in his flat. William's ex-partner Lou Corcoran was having an affair with McKay The court heard how a seven-year-old girl found the dad lying injured and, in a police interview, revealed she’d heard “shouting” before a man with “blood” on his hand raced out and into a car. William was discovered on the bathroom floor and, as a 999 call was made, Louisa tried to save his life by giving him CPR and McKay was later held for the brutal killing. Louisa later claimed to detectives a neighbour of William’s could have been responsible but, in court, she denied she had said that to help McKay, adding: “Why would I protect him?” DinoM8 will close after this weekend(Image: Airdrie & Coatbridge Advertiser)Two popular indoor children's leisure facilities have announced their permanent closure from next week The Chapelhall-based DinoM8 softplay centre and adjoining Gravit8 trampoline park will close to customers indefinitely after this weekend Bosses also announced the sudden closure of the Black Rooster eaterie and Sugar Sugar dessert takeaway business - all within the same buildingv - on York Road from today (Tuesday It is not known how many staff have been affected by the closures of the four businesses but bosses say the move comes after the building was "sold from under us." In a Facebook post this morning they announced: "ATTENTION ALL CUSTOMERS it is with great sadness that we announce the permanent closure of DINOM8 SUGAR SUGAR AND BLACK ROOSTER Chapelhall as of 25th April 2022 "Until then Dinom8 will be open every day 10am until 6pm "Black Rooster and Sugar Sugar will remain closed "We hope to see you and your family in the coming days and would like to thank you all for your support and custom over the years." Hundreds of customers rushed to show their support and love of the businesses with many being left disappointed at the news Dozens posted how much their children adored the facility with some speculating if the pandemic had caused the closure prompting bosses to further announce the reason behind the imminent shutdown of the busy and popular businesses On DinoM8's original Facebook post they later revealed: "Thank you for your kind words but our business is booming - unfortunately our building has been sold from under us due to crazy prices of industrial property and as it’s the pharmaceutical company next door we were bidding against we had no chance "Our livelihood has been destroyed through no fault of our own and the families who frequented us are losing a great facility." Back in 2018 staff at DinoM8 were jumping for joy after being crowned Scotland’s best soft play facility There was ‘raptor-ous’ applause as the indoor journey back to the time of the dinosaurs was honoured with the top accolade at the Scottish Hospitality Awards DinoM8 lets kids “run wild in the labyrinth of tunnels bridges and climbing frames in a Jurassic-themed world of adventure” Both DinoM8 and Gravit8 have proved hugely popular over the years with visitors from across the country attending the fun children's attraction Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here Police recovering the vehicle involved in the road traffic collisionPolice in Lanarkshire have launched a manhunt for a driver who fled the scene after being involved in crash at a roundabout on the off-slip of the M8 motorway at Chapelhall officers found that the driver had left the scene Enquiries are ongoing to trace the driver and into the circumstances surrounding the crash which left the roundabout partially blocked to traffic while police attended the scene A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “We received a report of a crash involving one car on the A8 westbound near to Chapelhall “The driver left the scene prior to police arrival Enquiries are ongoing into the circumstances of the crash and to trace the driver “Anyone with any information is asked to contact 101 quoting incident 1353 of 19 December And did you know Lanarkshire Live is on Facebook? Head on over and give us a like and share!