Perth FM News - 24th May 2010

Perth to host Curling Champoinships

The Royal Caledonian Curling Club and the World Curling Federation have announced that Perth is to host the 2011 World Junior Curling Championships. Set to take place in March next year, the World Juniors are returning to the Dewar's Centre after 15 years. Perth plays host to many other national and Scottish Championship and was chosen partly because of the city's commitment to the sport.

Teenager pulled from River in Perthshire

Dramatic scenes on the River Isla near Coupar Angus last night, as a teenage boy was pulled from the waters. The 15 year old, who has not been named, was rushed to Ninewells after Fire and Rescue Crews pulled him out. Despite the heat of the day, the river was still cold and he was treated at the scene for hypothermia - he is said to be in a stable condition. Local charity Safe Tay is launching a major drive aimed at raising awareness of the dangers of rivers.

Investigation launched into fishmonger's fire

Fire crews from across Tayside were called into Perth early yesterday morning as business premises of fishmonger George Campbell and sons was reported ablaze. No injuries were reported, with no one in the factory at the time. Over one and a half hours was spent tackling the fire, with dampening down going on for a considerable time after. An investigation has now been launched into the cause of the fire. George Campbell and sons are a major supplier of fish to Scotland's hotel and catering industry, stocking many of Perth's restaurants.