Perth's MSP Is Backing A Multi Million Pound Initiative To Support Scotland's Home Builders
Housing Minister Alex Neil's announced 5 million's to be spent on this... and helping first time buyers get on to the property ladder. The scheme, which allows buyers to pay 60 to 80 percent of the price of a property, was piloted in Perth and several other areas last year and proved to be a success.
The Revamp Of Crieff's MacRosty Park's Back On Track.
Workers had to down tools recently because of the snow and ice, but weather permitting it should be finished by the middle of March
The multi-million pound project's been funded by cash from the Heritage Lottery Fund and other organisations. Once completed it'll boast new play facilities, improved tennis pavilion, paths and bridges, along with the restoration of features such as the bandstand.
There Was Traffic Chaos In South Perthshire After A Cow Made A Bid For Freedom
Access roads leading to the Keir Roundabout, south of Dunblane were shut yesterday and routes on several main roads were affected after the animal escaped from an abattoir. Cues stretched as far as Stirling.
Thursday, 20 January 2011
Wednesday, 19 January 2011
Perth FM News - 19/01/11
People In The Perth FM Area Are Being Urged To Keep An Eye Out For Distraction Burglars
It's after a pensioner from St Fillans fell victim to one. The 75 year old from Drummond Lane answered her door to a man asking for water for his car. Whilst she went to get him some, he snuck into her home and stole her handbag which contained £200 in cash
A Programme's Been Launched To Help Improve The Oral Health Of People Living In Care Homes
NHS Tayside's Community Dental Service has been working alongside Care Homes in the area to make sure residents get appropriate care. Tayside Oral Health Award is a local programme adapted from the national Caring for Smiles resource. It will see oral health professionals offer training and support to care home staff throughout Tayside.
Preparations Are Underway For The UK Indoor Tug Of War Championships
The event's being held at the Bells Sports Centre next month. It'll feature home nations Scotland, England, Northern Ireland and Wales, and it's hoped the Channel Islands will also put in an appearance.
It's after a pensioner from St Fillans fell victim to one. The 75 year old from Drummond Lane answered her door to a man asking for water for his car. Whilst she went to get him some, he snuck into her home and stole her handbag which contained £200 in cash
A Programme's Been Launched To Help Improve The Oral Health Of People Living In Care Homes
NHS Tayside's Community Dental Service has been working alongside Care Homes in the area to make sure residents get appropriate care. Tayside Oral Health Award is a local programme adapted from the national Caring for Smiles resource. It will see oral health professionals offer training and support to care home staff throughout Tayside.
Preparations Are Underway For The UK Indoor Tug Of War Championships
The event's being held at the Bells Sports Centre next month. It'll feature home nations Scotland, England, Northern Ireland and Wales, and it's hoped the Channel Islands will also put in an appearance.
Tuesday, 18 January 2011
Perth FM News - 18/01/11
Community Police Officers In South Perthshire Are Tweeting On The Beat
The scheme's just been introduced this week.
It's a trial by Tayside police, which is looking into a number of social media options aimed at enhancing local policing and engaging people living in the area.
The three month pilot will see officers in OCH-TER-AR-DER, Crieff and Kinross updating twitter with information on police surgeries, crime prevention advice and much more.
One Of The Country's Most Experienced Mountain Rescuers Is Set To Give A Talk On His Work And New Book At AK Bell Library
John Allen will be speaking next month about how for more than 30 years he's been an active member of the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team.
In his novel, which is called "Cairngorm John" he looks back on all the challenges he's seen and been a part of.
St Johnstone Are Looking To Build On Their 1 All Draw With Kilmarnock At The Weekend
They're training hard in preparation for the clash with St Mirren on Saturday.
Derek McInnis has no new injury worries to be concerned about, in fact, several team members are now back on the field
The scheme's just been introduced this week.
It's a trial by Tayside police, which is looking into a number of social media options aimed at enhancing local policing and engaging people living in the area.
The three month pilot will see officers in OCH-TER-AR-DER, Crieff and Kinross updating twitter with information on police surgeries, crime prevention advice and much more.
One Of The Country's Most Experienced Mountain Rescuers Is Set To Give A Talk On His Work And New Book At AK Bell Library
John Allen will be speaking next month about how for more than 30 years he's been an active member of the Cairngorm Mountain Rescue Team.
In his novel, which is called "Cairngorm John" he looks back on all the challenges he's seen and been a part of.
St Johnstone Are Looking To Build On Their 1 All Draw With Kilmarnock At The Weekend
They're training hard in preparation for the clash with St Mirren on Saturday.
Derek McInnis has no new injury worries to be concerned about, in fact, several team members are now back on the field
Monday, 17 January 2011
Perth FM News - 17/01/11
Thawing Snow And Ice And Heavy Rain's Caused Problems Throughout The Perth FM Area This Weekend
Roads were shut, homes flooded and some communities were cut off. Perth & Kinross Council continually worked with Tayside Police and Tayside Fire and Rescue.
An Investigation's Been Launched Following The Death Of A Man Beside Loch Rannoch
He died after the car he was travelling in collided with a tree on the B846 Kinloch Rannoch to Rannoch Station road yesterday evening. Detectives have been examining the scene to try to find out the cause and Tayside Police are asking anyone who saw the black hard-toppped Mazda MX3 travelling in the area.
A New Pharmacy Could Soon Be Opening In Methven
An application to open one on Main Street's been received by Tayside NHS Board. Locals are being asked for their thoughts on the proposal. Anyone wanting to have their say's being urged to submit their suggestions before the 18th of February
Roads were shut, homes flooded and some communities were cut off. Perth & Kinross Council continually worked with Tayside Police and Tayside Fire and Rescue.
An Investigation's Been Launched Following The Death Of A Man Beside Loch Rannoch
He died after the car he was travelling in collided with a tree on the B846 Kinloch Rannoch to Rannoch Station road yesterday evening. Detectives have been examining the scene to try to find out the cause and Tayside Police are asking anyone who saw the black hard-toppped Mazda MX3 travelling in the area.
A New Pharmacy Could Soon Be Opening In Methven
An application to open one on Main Street's been received by Tayside NHS Board. Locals are being asked for their thoughts on the proposal. Anyone wanting to have their say's being urged to submit their suggestions before the 18th of February
Friday, 14 January 2011
Perth FM News 13/01/11
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Police investigating the road traffic collision on the A9 near Auchterarder last week that resulted in the death of 16 year old Elli Williams have released an image of a vehicle they are keen to trace. The Audi estate was not involved in the collision with Elli, but did pass through the area minutes later. Officers hope that the driver and passengers might have information useful to the enquiry.
Elli, a pupil at Morrison's Academy in Crieff, was found on the southbound carriageway shortly after 10pm on Tuesday, January 4, 2011. She had been hit by a number of vehicles. Anyone who has any information that could assist officers with enquiries should contact Tayside Police on 0300 111 2222,
Dentists Call for Patients
Perth residents are being urged to improve their oral health by registering for care at the new Broxden Dental Centre. The Community Dental Service moved to the site from its previous premises at Drumhar Health Centre last November. From there the service anticipates being able to accommodate 7000 new registrations in its first year and the first patients have already been seen. Places remain available and NHS Tayside is keen to ensure as many people as possible register and Perth residents who are not registered with an NHS dentist can register by calling 450550.
Housing Development Proposal
The Perthshire town of Blarigowrie could be set for a significant expansion after controversial proposals to build almost 100 new houses in the town were backed by senior planning officials. Councillors with be given their say on the blueprint at a meeting next week. If the green light is given, 89 new homes could be constructed on land close to the junction of Woodlands Park and Coupar Angus Road.Dozens of objections have been received from local residents and the community council has also hit out against the plan.
Police investigating the road traffic collision on the A9 near Auchterarder last week that resulted in the death of 16 year old Elli Williams have released an image of a vehicle they are keen to trace. The Audi estate was not involved in the collision with Elli, but did pass through the area minutes later. Officers hope that the driver and passengers might have information useful to the enquiry.
Elli, a pupil at Morrison's Academy in Crieff, was found on the southbound carriageway shortly after 10pm on Tuesday, January 4, 2011. She had been hit by a number of vehicles. Anyone who has any information that could assist officers with enquiries should contact Tayside Police on 0300 111 2222,
Dentists Call for Patients
Perth residents are being urged to improve their oral health by registering for care at the new Broxden Dental Centre. The Community Dental Service moved to the site from its previous premises at Drumhar Health Centre last November. From there the service anticipates being able to accommodate 7000 new registrations in its first year and the first patients have already been seen. Places remain available and NHS Tayside is keen to ensure as many people as possible register and Perth residents who are not registered with an NHS dentist can register by calling 450550.
Housing Development Proposal
The Perthshire town of Blarigowrie could be set for a significant expansion after controversial proposals to build almost 100 new houses in the town were backed by senior planning officials. Councillors with be given their say on the blueprint at a meeting next week. If the green light is given, 89 new homes could be constructed on land close to the junction of Woodlands Park and Coupar Angus Road.Dozens of objections have been received from local residents and the community council has also hit out against the plan.
Thursday, 13 January 2011
Perth FM News 13/01/11
Parlimentary Debate on A9
A full debate on the potential upgrade of Scotland's most notorious road will be held next week at the Scottish Parliament. The A9 north of Perth has a reputation as Scotland's deadliest route, with repeated switches from single to dual carriage way identified as a contributory factor in hundreds of incidents. Dualling of the road between Perth and Inverness was a key manifesto pledge for the SNP prior to the party's election victory in 2007. More than three years on, frustrated campaigners and politicians insist the time for words has long since passed.
Local Sausage Roll King
A Pitlochry butcher has been crowned Scotland's 'sausage roll king' after his upper crust entries in the Scotch Pie Club awards wowed hungry judges. Macdonald Brothers Butchers won the top prize in the sausage roll category at the awards and managed to pick up a silver for their steak and gravy pie and a bronze for a ham and haddie quiche. The eight year old firm is not stranger to awards, picking up numerous prestigious prizes for produce in the past. Owner Rory McDonald said "We are absolutely delighted!".
Eagles at Loch Leven
Bird watchers in Kinross have been pleased to report the spotting of a bird of prey at the Loch Leven nature reserve. Since December, visitors have enjoyed the spectacular site of white-tailed sea eagles flying above RSPB Vane Farm. Nicknamed, 'flying barn doors' due to their size, the majestic birds have been fishing in the near by loch. The young birds are part of the East Scotland Sea Eagle release program, a partnership project between RSPB Scotland, Scottish Natural Heritage and Forestry Commission Scotland.
A full debate on the potential upgrade of Scotland's most notorious road will be held next week at the Scottish Parliament. The A9 north of Perth has a reputation as Scotland's deadliest route, with repeated switches from single to dual carriage way identified as a contributory factor in hundreds of incidents. Dualling of the road between Perth and Inverness was a key manifesto pledge for the SNP prior to the party's election victory in 2007. More than three years on, frustrated campaigners and politicians insist the time for words has long since passed.
Local Sausage Roll King
A Pitlochry butcher has been crowned Scotland's 'sausage roll king' after his upper crust entries in the Scotch Pie Club awards wowed hungry judges. Macdonald Brothers Butchers won the top prize in the sausage roll category at the awards and managed to pick up a silver for their steak and gravy pie and a bronze for a ham and haddie quiche. The eight year old firm is not stranger to awards, picking up numerous prestigious prizes for produce in the past. Owner Rory McDonald said "We are absolutely delighted!".
Eagles at Loch Leven
Bird watchers in Kinross have been pleased to report the spotting of a bird of prey at the Loch Leven nature reserve. Since December, visitors have enjoyed the spectacular site of white-tailed sea eagles flying above RSPB Vane Farm. Nicknamed, 'flying barn doors' due to their size, the majestic birds have been fishing in the near by loch. The young birds are part of the East Scotland Sea Eagle release program, a partnership project between RSPB Scotland, Scottish Natural Heritage and Forestry Commission Scotland.
Tuesday, 11 January 2011
Perth FM News 11/01/11
Man Jailed after Glass Attack
A young man was jailed for 16 months yesterday, after he admitted leaving a stranger scarred for life following a disagreement over pool. Mark Neville objected to being called a "hustler" after winning three games of pool in a row and took out his anger at his opponent by striking the man on the face with a pint glass. His victim was left with a circular scar on his face. In sentencing Neville, Sheriff Michael Fletcher said, "This is the third occasion on which you have been involved in an assault with a weapon. Someone with three convictions such as these cannot expect anything other than a custodial sentence".
SITA Exhibition
Locals can learn about plans to extend the life of a landfill site near Glenfarg as SITA UK holds the first of three public exhibitions of its proposals for Binn Farm in nearby Gateside. If approved, the plans would allow waste from the area to continue to be dumped at the site until June 2018 instead of June 2014. SITA UK has submitted a Proposal of Application Notice to Perth and Kinross council outlining its intention to change the closure date of the Binn Farm Landfill site. Today's exhibition is at the Gateside Memorial hall between 3pm and 7.30 pm and further exhibitions will be held in Glenfarg tomorrow and Abernethy on Thursday.
National Award for Local Company
A Perthshire building company has won a prestigious construction award for transforming a 19th century flax mill into fve star eco friendly luxury holiday accommodation. Crieff-based Corryard Developments Limited has been voted Master Builder of the Year (Scotland) by the Federation of Master Builders for renovating Locherlour Mill, a Grade B listed property on the edge of Ochtertyre Estate, near Crieff. The company, which was established in 2006, is now preparing to compete for the UK title of Master Builder of the Year 2010 at a ceremony in London in March 2010Welcoming the accolade, John Burke, Managing Director of Corryard Developments said, "The Mill conversion has been a truly local project and we, as a local company, are delighted and proud to receive such prestigious recognition for the project".
A young man was jailed for 16 months yesterday, after he admitted leaving a stranger scarred for life following a disagreement over pool. Mark Neville objected to being called a "hustler" after winning three games of pool in a row and took out his anger at his opponent by striking the man on the face with a pint glass. His victim was left with a circular scar on his face. In sentencing Neville, Sheriff Michael Fletcher said, "This is the third occasion on which you have been involved in an assault with a weapon. Someone with three convictions such as these cannot expect anything other than a custodial sentence".
SITA Exhibition
Locals can learn about plans to extend the life of a landfill site near Glenfarg as SITA UK holds the first of three public exhibitions of its proposals for Binn Farm in nearby Gateside. If approved, the plans would allow waste from the area to continue to be dumped at the site until June 2018 instead of June 2014. SITA UK has submitted a Proposal of Application Notice to Perth and Kinross council outlining its intention to change the closure date of the Binn Farm Landfill site. Today's exhibition is at the Gateside Memorial hall between 3pm and 7.30 pm and further exhibitions will be held in Glenfarg tomorrow and Abernethy on Thursday.
National Award for Local Company
A Perthshire building company has won a prestigious construction award for transforming a 19th century flax mill into fve star eco friendly luxury holiday accommodation. Crieff-based Corryard Developments Limited has been voted Master Builder of the Year (Scotland) by the Federation of Master Builders for renovating Locherlour Mill, a Grade B listed property on the edge of Ochtertyre Estate, near Crieff. The company, which was established in 2006, is now preparing to compete for the UK title of Master Builder of the Year 2010 at a ceremony in London in March 2010Welcoming the accolade, John Burke, Managing Director of Corryard Developments said, "The Mill conversion has been a truly local project and we, as a local company, are delighted and proud to receive such prestigious recognition for the project".
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