Perthshire Advertiser

26/07/2024

Here's a look at the front page of Friday's Perthshire Advertiser - which includes a four-page special on this year's Perth Show! 🥇
Out in shops now! 📰

25/07/2024

Perthshire's bid to create Tay Forest National Park lost out to Galloway

PKC Provost said: "...we are fortunate to have such an area of outstanding natural beauty in Perth and Kinross and will continue to work hard to deliver on the aspirations of our communities in Northern Perthshire.”

24/07/2024

One school had nine windows smashed...

Hundreds of pounds will need to be spend on repairs before the start of the new term.

23/07/2024

The fashion house used the collection of plants at its latest show at Drummond Castle Gardens 🤩

The French fashion house used the array of high quality plants for their Cruise 2025 show at Dunblane Castle Gardens last month.

23/07/2024

They are due to appear in court today.

Several other cars in the North Muirton area had been broken into in the surrounding area.

23/07/2024

Do you have a dream to be on stage? 🎭

Mother Goose community auditions take place at Perth Theatre late August.

22/07/2024

The news comes as school and nursery staff are also being balloted on industrial action.

The move comes just days after UNISON revealed council school and nursery workers are also being balloted for industrial action.

19/07/2024

Here's a look at the front page of Friday's Perthshire Advertiser - out in shops now! 📰

18/07/2024

Around 600 people enjoyed the event!

Around 600 people experienced a taste of life in the Iron Age thanks to the innovative Cateran Ecomuseum

18/07/2024

VisitScotland found that almost a fifth of visitors to Perth took part in a food and drink experience as part of their trip.

A guide has been published to help Perthshire businesses capitalise on a foodie boom which has seen the region gain an impressive culinary reputation.

17/07/2024

Blairgowrie and Rattray Development Trust were handed the keys this week 👏

The move comes after Blairgowrie and Rattray Development Trust (BRDT) finalised an agreement with Perth and Kinross Council to lease the Wellmeadow premises, enabling the community to take over the management and running of the public toilets

17/07/2024

The debut festival was a great success!

Held on the Recreation Ground in Pitlochry over the weekend of June 29 and 30, organisers have said just under 8000 people enjoyed sets from the likes of top acts The View, Idlewild, Tide Lines, Nina Nesbitt and many more

16/07/2024

The work is set to continue until March next year.

It involves a section of the line between Faskally and Pitagowan north of Pitlochry.

16/07/2024

Here's a look at the front page of Tuesday's Perthshire Advertiser - out in shops now! 📰

15/07/2024

Gordon has spent many years perfecting his skills.

Gordon Taylor's collaboration pieces with acclaimed artist Jo Kenny will be shown in Crieff later this year

14/07/2024

Barry will take on Mount Rysy - which is twice the height of Ben Nevis ⛰

Barry (56) will hike in Tartra Mountains later this month to raise funds for Perth-based mental health charity The Neuk.

14/07/2024

The MacGregor family's connection to Perth Show began in the 1970s.

Binn Group - owned by the MacGregor family - has supported the historical event in the city for many years.

14/07/2024

Residents have raised concerns as the £300m project advances, requiring accommodation for more than 200 employees.

“Local businesses, many of them tourism related, are struggling to attract and keep staff largely because of a shortage of accommodation."

12/07/2024

Mr Reid said he could no longer maintain both roles.

The date of the ward by-election will be announced in due course.

11/07/2024

Brendan was last seen on July 5

Concern is growing over 43-year-old who went missing on June 20.

10/07/2024

Great achievement for Finnley! 👏

Professional body Scottish Gamekeepers' Association recognise 23-year-old from Aberfeldy.

10/07/2024

The invasive plant has been spotted near the city...

The invasive species has been spotted on roads into the city.

09/07/2024

Well done Jo! ❤️

She teamed-up with friends to raise more than £5000 for Cancer Research UK at a Race for Life and was official guest starter.

05/07/2024

Amanda Clark (Scottish Liberal Democrats) - 3681
Graham Cox (Scottish Labour Party) - 9018
Reminder of last nights stats:

Amanda Clark (Scottish Liberal Democrats) - 3681
Graham Cox (Scottish Labour Party) - 9018
Luke Graham (Scottish Conservative and Unionist - 14,801
Sally Hughes (Independent) - 679
Helen Anne McDade (Reform UK) - 2970
Pete Wishart (Scottish National Party) -18,928

05/07/2024

Good morning - here's a reminder of all last night's action....

Twenty-three years after he was first elected, Pete Wishart wins Perth and Kinross-shire constituency with comfortable majority

05/07/2024

Wishart: "We will be back and will be stronger and reconnect with the people of Scotland. It has been a humbling night."
(Pic: Richard Wilkins)

05/07/2024

At his seventh general election count, Pete Wishart told those gathered in early hours at Perth's Dewars Centre this victory was "by far the sweetest".
He added: "Thank you for putting your trust in me. I want to be the MP for all in Perth and Kinross-shire, not only those who voted for me."
(Picture Jane Barlow/PA)

05/07/2024

SNP WIN PERTH AND KINROSS-SHIRE
Luke Graham (CON) - 14,801
Sally Hughes (IND) - 679
Helen Anne McDade (Reform UK) - 2970
Pete Wishart (SNP) - 18,928

05/07/2024

SNP feeling confident in Perth and Kinross-shire, source says
(Picture: Richard Wilkins)

05/07/2024

Counting continues....result for Perth and Kinross-shire expected 2.30am
(Pic: Richard Wilkins)