De Bortoli is literally shaking up the world of Australian ‘stickies’ releasing its Muscat Aperitif designed both for drinking neat and serving in cocktails Rutherglen Muscat has quite the reputation in the world of fortified wine fortified Muscats – termed ‘stickies’ in their home country – date back to the 19th century and are one of the most famous styles in the world it is probably the world’s most widely recognised region for fortified wines Yet heritage is no barrier to new thinking. De Bortoli – itself a renowned producer with almost a century’s heritage in the southeast of Australia – is charting a new path with its Muscat Aperitif Though still bearing the style’s hallmarks more contemporary feel compared to the region’s archetypal style it serves as a versatile addition to a wine rack or a drinks cabinet we wanted to create something that redefines the way people see Muscat,” explains Marc Scalzo chief winemaker at De Bortoli Rutherglen Estate “By blending fruit at different stages of ripeness we’ve crafted a wine that’s vibrant and fresh but still carries the depth and character that Rutherglen Muscat is known for.” That exacting winemaking approach begins at harvest but the methodology carries through to the entire process Some bunches were picked at lower sugar levels and then fermented with an aromatic yeast to preserve their character chosen to maintain the bright aromatic profile some parcels were left on the vine to raisin concentrating the sugar to luscious levels and developing riper flavours Scalzo and his team blend together the different parcels The resulting wine therefore stands out from the pack of Rutherglen Muscat. There is a place for all styles, including De Bortoli’s Rutherglen Estate Classic Muscat (one of several award-winning fortified wines from the producer) blends those concentrated flavours with more delicate flavours “It balances honeyed sweetness with delicate hints of peach “offering a profile that is both complex yet refined and quirky enough to add personality to any mixed drink or cocktail.” Thanks to the versatility baked into the winemaking Muscat Aperitif is versatile in its consumption While Rutherglen Muscats are most strongly associated with the end of a meal their dried fruit aromas being a natural pairing with hard cheeses or rich desserts De Bortoli’s latest suits a wealth of occasions The lower temperature accentuates the fresh qualities of the wine It can therefore sit equally well in the usual position at the end of a meal Muscat Aperitif is equally at home on the bar trolley The wine has been designed for cocktail-making allowing it to straddle several consumer segments (not to mention the alcoholic omnivores) De Bortoli is helping to inspire drinkers by devising its own cocktails showcasing the new release such as a spritz of Muscat Aperitif topped with Prosecco or a serve with a dash of lime juice and soda Yet it makes the case for more complex wine-based cocktails too lime juice and homemade spiced pineapple syrup Muscat Aperitif is less than half the strength of the equivalent spirits it replaces As more drinkers moderate their consumption over the course of a night it offers a notably less boozy cocktail fix We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings we will not be able to save your preferences This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again The Rutherglen Mortified Lunch is back in town this year following several years of absence following Covid Held on Monday 9 June 2025 in Rutherglen Town Hall the free lunch event can be attended by anyone who is 70 years or older and was born and lived their lives in the Burgh (the Old Burgh Boundary) if you don’t quite fit into these categories applications will still be considered if you have lived for more than 50 years in the Burgh Please note only one applicant per household will be accepted Please complete and return your application to Rutherglen Town Hall by Thursday 17 April Employment support for care experienced young people Bold course set for health and social care in South Lanarkshire Elmer having a jungle adventure in Lanark next month Award for charity that connects people with jobs New Education director for South Lanarkshire Pupils’ voices heard as school wins award Have your say on future of council buildings Good_sports_are_a_perfect_match_for_each_other Find out more about what's happening in South Lanarkshire We’re here to support you with our services Download and order a range of resources to help you manage your condition. 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Search our current job opportunities to find a new role that’s rewarding exciting and allows you to make a real difference every day Work With Us celebrating 20 years after surviving a stroke is a reason for a party is marking two decades of stroke survival by taking to the stage at The Griffin during the Glasgow International Comedy Festival for “A F.A.S.T 20 Years” laughter and momentous events” the show is in aid of Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland the country’s leading health charity which supports the 1 in 5 people with chest heart and stroke conditions and Long Covid but after starting stand-up comedy in 2023 Using the self-deprecating humour that helped her through the difficulties of being a young stroke survivor which is sweet and surprisingly dark at times Colette said: “I had my first stroke when I was 28 and then I had my second stroke when I was 29 I’d read at the time that most stroke survivors don’t live past 20 years after their stroke I assume that’s because people that have strokes are older when they have them “I always thought I’d have a party when I got to 20 years When I started doing stand-up comedy I was telling my friend He suggested I put on a gig during the International Comedy Festival instead and I thought it was a great idea.”  Colette will be joined on the night by Jimi Longmuir Tattoo Dave and Patrick Rolink at The Griffin on Tuesday 25th March Colette added: “When I decided to do the show I knew I couldn’t fill an hour myself so I put a call out asking if anyone wanted to get involved Patrick has had a stroke more recently and has been involved with CHSS The other comedians have had family members affected by heart disease so it worked out well to host it for CHSS given it’s a Scottish charity.”  To book a ticket please go to www.glasgowcomedyfestival.com/events/a-f-a-s-t-20-years/ Your donation can help people do more than just survive – you can help them really live © Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland 2025 Telephone: 0131 225 6963 General enquiries [email protected] Media enquiries [email protected] Claire Kilduff allegedly struck the 61-year-old, stabbed her with a 'sharp' implement then transferred money into her own bank account. Claire Kilduff, 38, is accused of killing Ann Coll at a flat in Rutherglen, Lanarkshire on December 21 or 22 2023. It is claimed Kilduff repeatedly struck the 61-year-old with an “unknown implement or implements” as well as stab her with something “sharp”. Kilduff is separately alleged to have transferred £320 from the woman’s bank account into her own and also taken a mobile phone. Among other accusations are that she attempted to defeat the ends of justice. The case called for a hearing at the High Court in Glasgow on Wednesday where Kilduff’s legal team pleaded not guilty on her behalf. Lord Matthews set a trial scheduled to take place in October 2025. 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+" The new toucan crossing is based on Main Street in the town and has been installed by South Lanarkshire Council the crossing was in two phases and featured a very constrained refuge island in the centre of four lanes of traffic which has reduced waiting times for walkers Removing the island and widening the crossing has also improved accessibility and reduced the risk of conflict with other road users This provides a much improved and safer crossing point for people in Rutherglen town centre Chair of the council’s Community and Enterprise Resources Committee said: “This upgrade helps in our efforts to make South Lanarkshire a safer place for everyone to get around “Rutherglen Main Street is obviously a very busy road and an obvious location for the toucan crossing.” The crossing forms part of the National Cycle Network route 756 connecting the route to Rutherglen Main Street and beyond onto the NCN route 74 The upgrades in Rutherglen are part of wider work to improve the National Cycle Network across the country Head of Programme for the National Cycle Network at Sustrans Scotland added: “This new crossing provides a safer and more accessible link through the town “Rutherglen is home to a key link between the NCN routes 74 and 756 and we hope these improvements empower more people in South Lanarkshire to discover what the National Cycle Network has to offer.” The project has been funded by the Scottish Government via active travel organisation Sustrans and was delivered in partnership by South Lanarkshire Council and Sustrans Scotland’s Network Development programme A total investment of £116,600 was provided to facilitate the works which also incorporate the latest LED technology and energy saving equipment the community hub at Spittal in Rutherglen.(Image: ugc)New community hubs at Spittal in Rutherglen and Toll Pitch in Cambuslang have opened their doors to the local communities The Cambuslang-based charity LEAP is behind the move to open the former South Lanarkshire Council buildings which also host some of the charity’s learning and leisure classes and activities Toll Pitch has been completely renovated inside with full kitchen facilities new decoration and seating and state-of-the-art AV facilities Local groups are already taking advantage of the re-opened facilities with many taking out bookings for regular activities and private functions Next on the to-do list is a renovation at Spittal Community Hub and a new exterior at Toll Pitch Community Hub 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 LEAP’s hubs co-ordinator said: “When we took over the leases of these buildings it was apparent that local communities were crying out for them to be retained “That has proven correct as people are coming forward to book the hubs for everything from dog training and dance classes to fitness groups and church meetings.” The new interior at Toll Pitch is flexible and inviting.(Image: ugc)‌To find out more about hiring the hubs – which start from less than £20 per hour for non-profit groups – call Matthew on 0141 641 5169 email bookings@leap-project.co.uk or visit www.leap-project.co.uk/community-hubs * Don't miss the latest he adlines from around Lanarkshire. 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(Image: ugc)An upgrade to a crossing point in Rutherglen means it is now safer and more accessible for both pedestrians and cyclists Chair of the council’s Community and Enterprise Resources Committee said: “This upgrade helps in our efforts to make South Lanarkshire a safer place for everyone to get around “Rutherglen Main Street is obviously a very busy road and an obvious location for the toucan crossing.” head of programme for the National Cycle Network at Sustrans Scotland added: “This new crossing provides a safer and more accessible link through the town “Rutherglen is home to a key link between the NCN routes 74 and 756 and we hope these improvements empower more people in South Lanarkshire to discover what the National Cycle Network has to offer.” The project has been funded by the Scottish Government via active travel organisation Sustrans and was delivered in partnership by South Lanarkshire Council and Sustrans Scotland’s Network Development programme A total investment of £116,600 was provided to facilitate the works * Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. Sign up to our newsletters here We use cookies to collect information about how you use the Police Scotland website We use this information to make the website work as well as possible and improve our services A woman has died following a serious collision in Rutherglen officers were called to a report of a crash involving an orange Mitsubishi L200 pick up and a female pedestrian on Farmeloan Road Rutherglen.Emergency services attended and the pedestrian was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital where she died on Wednesday The 33-year-old male driver of the pick up was arrested and charged in connection with road traffic offences and was due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Monday 2024Enquiries remain ongoing to establish the full circumstances of the crash.Sergeant Andrew Coutts said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman at this difficult time They have asked that their privacy is respected "Our enquiries are ongoing and I would again ask anyone who may have witnessed the crash and has not yet spoken to or provided this information to officers to contact us as soon as possible.”Anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 3542 of 2 Police Scotland support those who wish to become police officers special constables or police staff by hosting various online and in-person recruitment events throughout the year supported victims and a thriving workforce Read about our 2030 vision and three-year plan Worried that your partner or the partner of someone you know might have an abusive past we'd appreciate your feedback on the service we provided Police Scotland has been working to make its websites more accessible - read our accessibility statement Emergency services were called to Main Street in Rutherglen at around 4.10pm on November 5 after reports of a crash Emergency services were called to Main Street in Rutherglen at around 4.10pm on November 5 after reports of a crash involving a black Mercedes Vito taxi and a pedestrian. A 16-year-old boy was taken to Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. He succumbed to his injuries on Saturday, November 9. A 58-year-old man was arrested in connection with a road traffic offence and released pending further enquiries. The road was closed until around 8.15pm to allow for an investigation at the scene. Sergeant Gemma Blackadder said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the male youth who died at this terrible time. “Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances and we are appealing to anyone who has not already spoken to officers to get in touch if you think you can help. “I would also appeal for anyone who was driving in the area and who may have dash-cam footage that could assist to contact us.” Those with information regarding the crash are asked to contact 101, quoting reference 2428 of November 5. Emergency services were called to Mill Street in Rutherglen at around 12.55pm following reports of an injured woman. The 32-year-old had been seriously assaulted in a home on nearby Landemer Drive. A 33-year-old man was also attacked within the property. No arrests have been made, however, investigators are following a positive line of enquiry. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 12.55pm on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, we were called to a report of a 32-year-old woman injured on Mill Street, Rutherglen, after being seriously assaulted within a house on nearby Landemer Drive. A 33- year-old man was also assaulted. “They have both been taken by ambulance to hospital. “Enquiries are ongoing to trace the man responsible and officers are following a positive line of enquiry.” Emergency services were called to Farmeloan Road in Rutherglen at around 8pm on November 2 following reports of a collision. Emergency services were called to Farmeloan Road in Rutherglen at around 8pm on Saturday evening following reports of a collision involving an orange Mitsubishi L200 pick up and a female pedestrian. Victoria Cairns was taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital for treatment, however, the 40-year-old later died on Wednesday, November 6. The 33-year-old male driver of the pick-up truck was arrested in connection with road traffic offences and was due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Monday, November 4. A investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident is still ongoing. Sergeant Andrew Coutts said: “Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the woman at this difficult time. They have asked that their privacy is respected. “Our enquiries are ongoing and I would again ask anyone who may have witnessed the crash, or who may have dash-cam footage, and has not yet spoken to or provided this information to officers, to contact us as soon as possible.” Those with information are urged to contact police via 101 quoting reference 3542 of November 2, 2024. The village is due to begin construction in early 2025 with plans for completion by the summer. Homelessness charity Social Bite submitted plans to build 16 sustainable modular homes, known as Nest Houses, and a community hub at the site of the former Westfield Saw Mills on Harriet Street in Rutherglen. The hub will house a large community lounge and kitchen area, facilitating a range of activities including therapeutic group work alongside all essential utilities. Each home will offer “high quality” accommodation and includes a lounge, fully equipped kitchen, bedroom, and shower room. The project will be managed by a specialist housing support provider, offering an “innovative” approach to meeting accommodation and support needs, supporting homemaking skills within a highly supportive environment ahead of move onto fully independent living. At the end of resident’s time at the village, the charity said they will be supported in transitioning to permanent accommodation and employment. The homes for theprojectt, delivered in partnership with South Lanarkshire Council, will be manufactured Scottish PropTech company Ecosystems Technologies. The new project comes after Social Bite’s success with similar projects including its Edinburgh Village which helped over 100 residents the charity said went on to secure employment and move into their own permanent homes. Josh Littlejohn MBE, founder of Social Bite, said it was “brilliant” to see the project move forward with approval from the council. “It was revealed today that Scottish homelessness is at its highest in ten years and we are proud to be part of the solution which is not just needed but completely essential,” he said. Mr Littlejohn added that the service provided by the charity will help “break the cycle” of homelessness. “By creating high-quality, self-contained living spaces with integrated support services, we are providing a vital resource to help people on their journey from homelessness to independent living and breaking the cycle of homelessness,” he said. “We have seen first-hand from our Edinburgh Village the huge impact these make on those living in them, and we’re excited to build on this success and help make lasting change in the fight to end homelessness in Scotland. “A massive thank you to all our partners and supporters for their help in making this happen.” Chair of the Housing and Technical Resources Committee, councillor Davie McLachlan, said he was “delighted” that the project has been approved. “Social Bite have a proven track record of delivering similar projects and we look forward to working in partnership with them. “The site has been designed to ensure that it will integrate with its wider surroundings, is sustainable and can provide a range of services. “It was great to see that the project received the unanimous backing of the Planning Committee as well as the Housing and Technical Resources Committee.” Dorothy Connor has recalled fond memories of Hogmanay and the New Year in Rutherglen(Image: Daily Record)Rutherglen historian Dorothy Connor has recalled her personal memories of bringing in the bells at New Year that will resonate with many Hogmanay always had extra significance in the Connor household as her mum and dad were married on December 31 Her home would be cleaned from top to bottom in preparation for the coming year While some New Year traditions have disappeared or been diminished there are new ones that have been introduced in the fairly recent past Dorothy highlights fireworks as an example Dorothy’s first memories of Hogmanay are from 1958 when people would leave their homes at midnight and go out onto the streets the ships on the Clyde would sound their horns and churches bells would ring out to signal the arrival of the new year She still remembers the sound of the bells of Rutherglen Old Parish Church ringing Families would go first-footing their families and neighbours living nearby with the noise from house parties audible from the street as windows were left open to let out the old air and let in the new air of the New Year Everyone would take a turn reciting a poem or singing a song Dorothy’s mum would prepare and cook on Hogmanay for the big occasion – Scotch broth soup like Ritz crackers topped with grated cheese and either a pickled onion or a walnut half,” Dorothy recalled The bells would ring out at the Old Parish Church as New Year arrived(Image: Rutherglen Reformer)‌“Shortbread and fruit cake were also brought in and laid out on fancy plates at the last minute “My mother paused in her busy day only twice - once to run down to Grafton’s to collect the new dress dad bought for her and once to answer the door to receive the bouquet of flowers he had delivered each year for their anniversary.” Dorothy with her mum(Image: UGC)‌READ MORE: Grow 73 wins excellence award and receives gift of roses from 'great supporter' from Rutherglen as it rounds off the yearAnd of course drinking was a huge part of the Hogmanay celebrations in the vast majority of homes in Rutherglen and across Scotland Dorothy and her brother John were given important roles as waitress and barman and tasked with keeping everyone topped up “My brother served the drinks under dad’s instructions and I handed round the food,” Dorothy continued “One auntie took so long to choose between a pickled onion or a walnut savoury that tiredness overtook me and I slipped Dorothy and her brother were given special roles at home on Hogmanay(Image: Dorothy Connor)‌READ MORE: Rutherglen and Cambuslang Foodbank provides over 6700 parcels to help people put food on the table“We went to bed in the early hours having finally found out what it was like to be in the adult world in the exciting hours after midnight I can almost taste the excitement in the air.” One tradition that Dorothy recalls that is now just a distant memory when her dad would come home from the pub to watch on TV what for many was a must-see highlight on Hogmanay – Rikki Fulton’s Scotch and Wry Rikki Fulton in Scotch & Wry(Image: BBC)‌Dorothy and her sibling were among the crowds present outside Rutherglen Town Hall in the 1960s when Fulton rolled up in a “fancy car” with Francie and Josie co-star Jack Milroy both dressed in their trademark Teddy Boy suits She added: “They were the superstars of their day but we also felt they were our pals both are gone now but they have left a wonderful legacy of laughter.” There’d be a chance to start all over again *Don't miss the latest headlines from around Lanarkshire. 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