Your views on the News

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Good luck Craig!

There was an incredible response from East Kilbride News online readers to the story about Craig Russell’s treadmill challenge.

The personal trainer from Calderwood has overcome mental health issues. Now he is raising cash so that other people can be helped.

Carol McKechnie said:“Craig, I don’t know you, but am humbled reading this article.

“Mental health is such a serious issue, especially in young men. God Bless you for doing this, raising funds and awareness.”

Monica Allan said:“People don’t understand what they can’t see. This is why highlighting mental health awareness is so important.”

Ann Wilson said:“Good luck and thank you. It’s definitely a worthwhile cause.”

And Erica Law posted:“Well done Craig.You should be so proud of yourself.”

Fire terror for residents

Last week’s front page story about the blaze in a Calderwood block of flats interested many of you.

Neighbour Lyndsey McCartney, a taxi driver and builders were labelled heroes for alerting residents to the danger.

Allan Wallace said:“Debt of gratitude to them all. I was one of those who had to be chapped up. Much appreciated.”

Sarah Johnstone said:“You were amazing Lyndsey; and everyone else that helped.”

Lynsey Catlin said:“Well done Lyndsey. Very brave thing to do.”