Attempted murder at T in the Park
Detectives investigating two attempted murders at T in the Park have now arrested three men. The incident happened just before midnight last night when officers were called to a walkway area between the arena and the campsite. Two 20 year old men were found with serious abdominal injuries and were treated by the on-site medical team before being taken to Ninewells Hospital in Dundee. Both are described as being in a serious but stable condition. The three arrested are all in their 20s.
Saturday night drug raid in Perth
A 47 year old man is expected to appear at Perth Sheriff Court today after being arrested during a raid on Saturday night. A commercial premises on Friarton Road was searched and large quantities of mephedrone, two pill making machines and a quantity of pill capsules were found. Cocaine, ecstasy and diazepam were also discovered along with a large sum of cash. The man involved has been charged with being concerned in the supply of drugs.
MP left fuming after confusing answer in Westminster
Ochil and South Perthshire MP Gordon Banks has been left fuming after his request for a debate in the House of Commons appeared to fall on deaf ears. Mr Banks made the request last week for a debate on the threat posed by loop chorded blinds only to be answered with a comment on tax. Conservative Leader of the House of Commons, Sir George Young gave Mr Banks the response that has only maddened the local MP.
Monday, 12 July 2010
Friday, 9 July 2010
Perth FM News - 9th July 2010
Tay 'least severe' for droughts
Tayside is in the 'least severe' drought category - according to SEPA. The rest of Scotland has been experiencing problems with almost half the expected rainfall over the last six months. The Tay has been fortunate, as the lochs in the catchment have been harnessed for hydro electricity which gives a moderating effect. SEPA is still urging the public to play their part in alerting it to any problems and by conserving where possible.
Carer work by PKC at International Conference
Work with carers by Perth and Kinross Council is being highlighted at an international conference this week. The fifth International Carers Conference taking place in Leeds, is to hear from the Local Authority's Planning and Policy Officer from Housing and Community Care. The subject of the talk is to be on the use of complimentary therapies for local carers. The council has been providing a breathing space for carers - in partnership with local providers - the support their emotional health and well-being.
T in the Park kicks off
With T in the Park kicking off today at Balado, music lovers from around the country have descended on Perthshire. Tonight sees Muse take to the main stage as the headline act. Police have been warning all week about being careful on site. And Perth and Kinross Council staff will also be on hand to deal with queries whether from residents or festival goers.
Tayside is in the 'least severe' drought category - according to SEPA. The rest of Scotland has been experiencing problems with almost half the expected rainfall over the last six months. The Tay has been fortunate, as the lochs in the catchment have been harnessed for hydro electricity which gives a moderating effect. SEPA is still urging the public to play their part in alerting it to any problems and by conserving where possible.
Carer work by PKC at International Conference
Work with carers by Perth and Kinross Council is being highlighted at an international conference this week. The fifth International Carers Conference taking place in Leeds, is to hear from the Local Authority's Planning and Policy Officer from Housing and Community Care. The subject of the talk is to be on the use of complimentary therapies for local carers. The council has been providing a breathing space for carers - in partnership with local providers - the support their emotional health and well-being.
T in the Park kicks off
With T in the Park kicking off today at Balado, music lovers from around the country have descended on Perthshire. Tonight sees Muse take to the main stage as the headline act. Police have been warning all week about being careful on site. And Perth and Kinross Council staff will also be on hand to deal with queries whether from residents or festival goers.
Thursday, 8 July 2010
Perth FM News - 8th July 2010
150 jobs could be lost as administrators are called into Perth firm
Administrators were brought in this week as Perth firm is losing the battle for survival in the economic climate. Now it seems likely that 150 jobs at Clachan Construction could be lost as a result. Administrators say their priority is to help the staff, and a buyer to take over the firm seems unlikely. Politicians have already commented, with Perth’s MP Pete Wishart calling the development a 'tragedy'.
MSP welcomes facebook campaign on 'high risk' roads
An internet campaign has been born to try and secure safety improvements on Perth's high risk roads. A new group has been established on facebook to drum up the support. The social networking site is now being used to remind people of the devastating accidents that have occurred on the A85 in recent years, including a tragic recent death of a teenager. MSP for Perth Roseanna Cunningham has spoken of her support for the campaign who says she is very conscious of the issues on that particular road.
Local designer wins Pope visit competition
An award winning designer from Perth has had his logo design chosen to mark the Pope's visit to Scotland later this year. Gregory Millar was inspired by a speech the Pope gave in a visit to America in 2008. Scottish Bishops will now be using the crest for the historic visit in September.
Administrators were brought in this week as Perth firm is losing the battle for survival in the economic climate. Now it seems likely that 150 jobs at Clachan Construction could be lost as a result. Administrators say their priority is to help the staff, and a buyer to take over the firm seems unlikely. Politicians have already commented, with Perth’s MP Pete Wishart calling the development a 'tragedy'.
MSP welcomes facebook campaign on 'high risk' roads
An internet campaign has been born to try and secure safety improvements on Perth's high risk roads. A new group has been established on facebook to drum up the support. The social networking site is now being used to remind people of the devastating accidents that have occurred on the A85 in recent years, including a tragic recent death of a teenager. MSP for Perth Roseanna Cunningham has spoken of her support for the campaign who says she is very conscious of the issues on that particular road.
Local designer wins Pope visit competition
An award winning designer from Perth has had his logo design chosen to mark the Pope's visit to Scotland later this year. Gregory Millar was inspired by a speech the Pope gave in a visit to America in 2008. Scottish Bishops will now be using the crest for the historic visit in September.
Wednesday, 7 July 2010
Perth FM News - 7th July 2010
Tourism Minister visits Crieff
Tourism Minister, Jim Mather has been in Perthshire today to focus on how the tourism industry has weathered the recession here. As Perthshire heavily relies on its economy from visitors, Mr Mather has been commending the resilience. Mr Mather has commended the Scottish industry for its resilience
Safety Officers child seat check results
Tayside Police Road Safety Officers checked 100 child car seats during recent clinics in Tayside. They say that more than a third required adjustments to make sure they were properly fitted, with two percent even being condemned due to damage or missing parts. That has led to the message from Safety officers that age can deteriorate seats and it's advisable to replace them if they are over 5 years old. Road safety officers were encouraged that the vast majority met European safety regulations.
Comrie square handed to residents for two years
A Perthshire community that turned a derelict plot of land into a village square has been handed the property for community use for two years. Braemore Estates put their building plans on hold and offered the temporary use of the ground to the residents of Comrie who quickly came up with ideas. Turning it into what is now a square with planted border, a picnic area and parking, Braemore Estates managing director William Frame officially handed over the site yesterday. The Friends of the Square group are now hoping to raise enough money to buy the land outright.
Tourism Minister, Jim Mather has been in Perthshire today to focus on how the tourism industry has weathered the recession here. As Perthshire heavily relies on its economy from visitors, Mr Mather has been commending the resilience. Mr Mather has commended the Scottish industry for its resilience
Safety Officers child seat check results
Tayside Police Road Safety Officers checked 100 child car seats during recent clinics in Tayside. They say that more than a third required adjustments to make sure they were properly fitted, with two percent even being condemned due to damage or missing parts. That has led to the message from Safety officers that age can deteriorate seats and it's advisable to replace them if they are over 5 years old. Road safety officers were encouraged that the vast majority met European safety regulations.
Comrie square handed to residents for two years
A Perthshire community that turned a derelict plot of land into a village square has been handed the property for community use for two years. Braemore Estates put their building plans on hold and offered the temporary use of the ground to the residents of Comrie who quickly came up with ideas. Turning it into what is now a square with planted border, a picnic area and parking, Braemore Estates managing director William Frame officially handed over the site yesterday. The Friends of the Square group are now hoping to raise enough money to buy the land outright.
Tuesday, 6 July 2010
Perth FM News - 6th July 2010
Man dies in farming accident
A man has died in a tragic farming accident in rural Perthshire. 70-year-old Neil Abercromby was spreading seed in a field near Glencarse when his tractor fell down a steep hill. Emergency services rushed to the scene but pronounced him dead. It's suspected that he was crushed by a seed drilling machine as it broke away from the tractor as it fell. Tayside Police and the Health and Safety Executive are investigating the incident.
Stranger Danger at Perth park
Police in Perth are keen to trace a man who offered to give a brand new bike to any child in a group at Craigie Park last night. As the children played they were approached by the man who said he had a bike in the back of his car parked nearby. Although none of the children accepted the offer, the man spoke with the for five minutes before leaving in a black car. He is described as being about 40 years old, six feet tall and think with short dark hair and a local accent.
Recycling a victim of own success
The recycling of brown lidded bins in Perth and Kinross has been so successful that expansions have had to be put on hold. Council officers and residents have proved to be among the best in Scotland at heading towards national targets. However the workload for council staff has meant that no additional residents can get involved in the scheme currently and have been put on a waiting list. Temporary measures have been put in place in the short term while the local authority finds a solution.
A man has died in a tragic farming accident in rural Perthshire. 70-year-old Neil Abercromby was spreading seed in a field near Glencarse when his tractor fell down a steep hill. Emergency services rushed to the scene but pronounced him dead. It's suspected that he was crushed by a seed drilling machine as it broke away from the tractor as it fell. Tayside Police and the Health and Safety Executive are investigating the incident.
Stranger Danger at Perth park
Police in Perth are keen to trace a man who offered to give a brand new bike to any child in a group at Craigie Park last night. As the children played they were approached by the man who said he had a bike in the back of his car parked nearby. Although none of the children accepted the offer, the man spoke with the for five minutes before leaving in a black car. He is described as being about 40 years old, six feet tall and think with short dark hair and a local accent.
Recycling a victim of own success
The recycling of brown lidded bins in Perth and Kinross has been so successful that expansions have had to be put on hold. Council officers and residents have proved to be among the best in Scotland at heading towards national targets. However the workload for council staff has meant that no additional residents can get involved in the scheme currently and have been put on a waiting list. Temporary measures have been put in place in the short term while the local authority finds a solution.
Friday, 2 July 2010
Perth FM News - 2nd July 2010
Perth Day / Armed Forces Day parade a 'stirring spectacle'
Perth Day was marked this morning with Scotland's biggest military parade. HRH Prince Edward also took the time to present Elizabeth Cross medals to family of fallen soldiers. A civic reception has been held at the museum, which includes representatives of Perth's twin cities from across the world. In his speech, Provost of Perth Dr John Hulbert, called the parade a stirring spectacle and referred to His Highness’s visit as the pinnacle of the celebrations for Perth 800.
Nuclear debate passes by one vote
Fierce debate raged in a meeting of the full council yesterday as members debated joining the Nuclear Free Local Authorities campaign. It's aim is to ensure that authorities have no dealings with the controversial energy supply. Opposition were unhappy with the yearly costs of almost 15 hundred pounds and other councillors either walked out of the chambers or abstained. In the end it was passed in favour by only one vote.
Rural communities left behind by poorer broadband?
Rural communities in Perthshire have been fighting for better broadband access and Mid-Scotland and Fife Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser wants to know if the current speed is acceptiable. The Scottish Government has said that 512 kbps is the provision for basic levels across rural and urban areas. They say there's no evidence that faster speeds add any economic benefit. Mr Fraser now wants to here from the Tayside community over whether or not it truly is adequate coverage, as he still feels rural areas are being left behind.
Perth Day was marked this morning with Scotland's biggest military parade. HRH Prince Edward also took the time to present Elizabeth Cross medals to family of fallen soldiers. A civic reception has been held at the museum, which includes representatives of Perth's twin cities from across the world. In his speech, Provost of Perth Dr John Hulbert, called the parade a stirring spectacle and referred to His Highness’s visit as the pinnacle of the celebrations for Perth 800.
Nuclear debate passes by one vote
Fierce debate raged in a meeting of the full council yesterday as members debated joining the Nuclear Free Local Authorities campaign. It's aim is to ensure that authorities have no dealings with the controversial energy supply. Opposition were unhappy with the yearly costs of almost 15 hundred pounds and other councillors either walked out of the chambers or abstained. In the end it was passed in favour by only one vote.
Rural communities left behind by poorer broadband?
Rural communities in Perthshire have been fighting for better broadband access and Mid-Scotland and Fife Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser wants to know if the current speed is acceptiable. The Scottish Government has said that 512 kbps is the provision for basic levels across rural and urban areas. They say there's no evidence that faster speeds add any economic benefit. Mr Fraser now wants to here from the Tayside community over whether or not it truly is adequate coverage, as he still feels rural areas are being left behind.
Thursday, 1 July 2010
Perth Fm News - 1st July 2010
No civil service jobs in Perth added
The First Minister has confirmed that the Scottish Government has not relocated a single civil service job to Perth and Kinross since the SNP came to power in 2007. Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser wrote to Alex Salmond asking him for numbers of relocations and how many came to this area. Perth and Kinross Council have put bids forward for jobs here though have never been awarded any. Civil service jobs have been moved out of Edinburgh to areas across Scotland since the establishment of the Scottish Parliament in 1999.
Road work delay - hoped to be cleared by weekend
The road works in the A90 by Kinfauns and St Madoes were due to have finished yesterday but motorists have still found themselves facing delays through today. With a busy weekend of events in Perthshire, with the Scottish Game Fair in particular hoping to see 40 thousand through the gates at Scone Palace, delays on the roads have caused concern for the reputation of the events and the area. A spokesperson from BEAR Scotland who have been operating the works has confirmed that the westbound lane fully re-opened today. The eastbound lane is due to be repainted following completion of the work and they hope to have that completed by tomorrow morning, after the rain clears.
Game Fair begins
And with the Scottish Game Fair starting tomorrow, organisers are hoping for a bigger event than last year. Visiting the fair city for the fair is the hunting horn blowing equipe from France, les trompes de la cottenciniere. Jean Baptiste de Malleray is one of the members of the 12 strong group who are looking forward to playing again in Scotland as it is one of their favourite places.
The First Minister has confirmed that the Scottish Government has not relocated a single civil service job to Perth and Kinross since the SNP came to power in 2007. Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser wrote to Alex Salmond asking him for numbers of relocations and how many came to this area. Perth and Kinross Council have put bids forward for jobs here though have never been awarded any. Civil service jobs have been moved out of Edinburgh to areas across Scotland since the establishment of the Scottish Parliament in 1999.
Road work delay - hoped to be cleared by weekend
The road works in the A90 by Kinfauns and St Madoes were due to have finished yesterday but motorists have still found themselves facing delays through today. With a busy weekend of events in Perthshire, with the Scottish Game Fair in particular hoping to see 40 thousand through the gates at Scone Palace, delays on the roads have caused concern for the reputation of the events and the area. A spokesperson from BEAR Scotland who have been operating the works has confirmed that the westbound lane fully re-opened today. The eastbound lane is due to be repainted following completion of the work and they hope to have that completed by tomorrow morning, after the rain clears.
Game Fair begins
And with the Scottish Game Fair starting tomorrow, organisers are hoping for a bigger event than last year. Visiting the fair city for the fair is the hunting horn blowing equipe from France, les trompes de la cottenciniere. Jean Baptiste de Malleray is one of the members of the 12 strong group who are looking forward to playing again in Scotland as it is one of their favourite places.
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