Heavy snowfall affects Perth over Festive Period
Heavy snowfall over the festive period has made for difficult driving conditions, and has even led to many residents being housebound. Roads across the region that have not been considered priority routes for council gritters have left paths treacherous. Communities in the south of Perth have also been badly affected because of burst water mains on New Years Day leaving them without water or heating for hours at a time. Conditions have also affected refuse collections, as bin lorries struggle to reach those in residential streets.
New Year's resolutions for healthy Tayside
Research shows most Tayside resolutions will improve health as 49 per cent of people in the area try to stick to their New Year resolutions. The Scottish Opinion survey has shown that from losing weight, to giving up smoking or taking more exercise, almost half of all Taysiders are planning to make the switch to a healthier lifestyle. Making greener choices was also a popular New Year resolution choice - with many respondents deciding that 2010 will see them plan to cycle more or swap either a car journey each week for public transport or walking.
Perth 800 officially begins
The Perth 800 celebrations have now officially begun. Due to last the entirety of 2010, Perth 800 celebrates the 800th anniversary of the granting of Royal Burgh status to Perth. A programme on the themes of heritage, sport, arts and culture and the local economy will see more than one event a week being held throughout Perth and Kinross. One of the first major events attracted to Perth during the celebrations takes place at the end of January, as the Perth 800 International Chess Tournament takes place, with acclaimed champions from across the world competing.
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