Readers’ sadness as latest search for missing schoolgirl Moira proves fruitless

Advertiser Facebook readers responded with sadness to news that the latest search for missing Coatbridge schoolgirl Moira Anderson has proved fruitless.

No human remains were discovered at the Monkland Canal in Carnbroe, which police identified as their number one priority in the hunt for the 11-year-old who disappeared 60 years ago.

Maggie O’Rourke lamented: “So sad, was really hoping the family would have some closure.”

Eileen Rolink agreed: “Still no closure after all these years. God bless.”

Ann Douglas got her hopes up when the new search was green-lit: “Thought this was a possibility.”

Ian Henry added: “Poor family. God bless them all.”

Amy Hunter posted: “It is such a shame for the family.”

Charlie McCraken said: “I really hope the search for Moira never ends until she is found. Thought there was a chance this latest search would lead to a discovery but it wasn’t to be.”

In much happier news, a group of kindhearted Airdrie Tartan Army fans raised a four-figure sum for charity in memory of a much-loved club member.

Colin Burns, his brother Craig and fellow members of the West End Bar Airdrie Tartan Army presented cheques for £2000 to St Andrew’s Hospice and the Beatson Cancer Charity in tribute to Colin and Craig’s dad Frank.

Daniel Gray congratulated the group on their fabulous fundraising: “Well done guys!”

Curtis Shorter added: “It’s always nice to see local people do their bit for charity; well done everyone. What a lovely tribute to Colin and Craig’s dad.”

Samantha Preston commented: “Fantastic gesture by the Tartan Army gang. They are always doing great work for charity.”

Diamond donations Airdrie Tartan Army present their cheques to both charities