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Perth and Kinross councillors call on UK Government to reverse cuts to Winter Fuel Payments
Perth & Kinross Councillors Urge UK Government to Reverse Winter Fuel Payment Cuts Perth and Kinross Council has called on the UK Government to reconsider its decision to means-test the Winter Fuel Payment, following thousands of local pensioners having their allowances withdrawn. A joint motion put forward by Conservative group leader John Duff and the…
Minister visits Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance Perth HQ
Minister Visits Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance Perth HQ Health minister Neil Gray recently paid a visit to Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) headquarters in Perth. The Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care spent over an hour at the charity’s base, meeting with leaders and frontline pilot and paramedic crew members. SCAA, which was established…
Enforcement of Perth and Kinross pavement parking ban looms
Enforcement of Perth and Kinross pavement parking ban looms The enforcement of a new pavement parking ban in Perth and Kinross is set to take effect from January 6, 2025. This initiative is in line with the Transport (Scotland) Act 2019, which prohibits pavement parking, double parking, and parking across dropped kerbs. The primary goal…
Perth woman says belly dancing was a “lifeline” during the pandemic
A Perth woman has found solace and empowerment through belly dancing during the challenges of the pandemic. Emily Stewart, a 36-year-old mother-of-one, discovered Fat Chance Belly Dance (FCBD) a decade ago and hasn’t looked back since. This unique style of dance incorporates elements from various cultures like India, Spain, Africa, and the Middle East, celebrating…
John Swinney sounds alarm over Donald Trump tariff plan on whisky
John Swinney, Scotland’s First Minister, has expressed concern over the potential impact of Donald Trump’s plan to impose tariffs on whisky imports. Swinney’s statement comes in response to Trump’s victory in the presidential election, where Trump defeated Vice-President Kamala Harris. Trump has proposed a 20% tax on imports worldwide, including iconic Scottish whisky, which could…
‘Human remains’ found next to quiet cul-de-sac sparks huge emergency response
‘Suspected Human Remains Found Near Quiet Cul-De-Sac Triggers Major Emergency Response’ A significant emergency response was initiated after suspected human remains were discovered near a residential cul-de-sac, prompting forensics teams to comb the area. Authorities confirmed the finding on Wednesday, stating that the death is currently being treated as unexplained. The incident took place in…
West Lothian town wants action over eyesore derelict sites
Armadale, a town in West Lothian, is calling for action to address numerous derelict sites that are blighting the area, a recent survey has revealed. Among all the towns and villages in West Lothian, Armadale has the highest number of these eyesores. Residents believe that tackling these derelict sites, even with simple measures, is crucial…
US launch ballistic missile after Trump elected President in nuclear power display
US Launches Ballistic Missile Following Trump’s Presidential Victory in Nuclear Power Display Just hours after Donald Trump secured the Oval Office, the US military conducted a demonstration of its nuclear capabilities by launching an unarmed intercontinental ballistic missile. The missile was launched from the Airborne Launch Control System, exemplifying the country’s nuclear strength. The American…
Scared woman barricaded herself in bedroom when abusive partner had been drinking
A woman was left in fear of her abusive partner, so much so that she would barricade herself in a bedroom whenever he had been drinking. Kristopher Kerrigan, 36, residing in Pine Grove, Calderbank, has recently been incarcerated after pleading guilty to charges of domestic abuse. The disturbing case unfolded at Hamilton Sheriff Court, where…
Two Parkinson’s warning signs that can appear ‘up to five years’ before diagnosis
Two early signs of Parkinson’s disease have been identified in a recent study, suggesting that symptoms may manifest years before an official diagnosis is made. Published in JAMA Neurology in 2022, the research delved into the condition by examining medical records from over one million East London residents from 1990 to 2018. The study, conducted…