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House plan for 19th century coaching inn on Angus and Perthshire border

The Junction between Meigle and Newtyle was a popular restaurant and function suite for many years.

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The town just outside of Glasgow that is Scotland's 'hottest property market' for 2026

Nine out of the 10 top markets in the UK this year are Scottish.

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Dunfermline bank earmarked for a Starbucks set to open at new location

The branch of the Nationwide will relocate to Rosyth.

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Yellow ice warning issued for Angus, Perthshire and Stirling

The Met Office says icy surfaces could cause travel disruption on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

EXCLUSIVE: Police speak to five new witnesses over fatal Perth hotel fire

Three people and a dog died when a fire took hold at the New County Hotel in January 2023.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Forfar prisoner attacked three officers during Perth hospital visit

Perth Sheriff Court heard how Gregor Smith, 55, bit one of the officers during the violent rammy, but caused no injury as he doesn't have any teeth.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Perth circus trainer launches city’s only aerial yoga class to help gym-goers battle mental demons

Suzie Bee says her new Beelieve Circus sessions can boost mental and physical health through skills such as aerial silks, hammock and aerial hoop.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Perthshire pensioner hit with pavement fine despite parking in same place for 32 years

Jim Begg received a penalty charge notice after parking outside his home in Methven.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Perth prisoner claims razor found in cell was for arts and crafts – and shows sheriff bear made out of soap to prove it

Darren Davies brought a bear made out of soap to court to prove that a deadly weapon found by prison guards had been used for modelling.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Emergency services called to two-vehicle crash between Stirling and Perth at Auchterarder

The northbound carriageway was closed for nearly two hours on Monday evening.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Disruption warning as Perth floodgates closed due to soaring levels on River Tay

Perth and Kinross Council's move comes with 11 flood warning in place across Tayside

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Scotland's best places to retire crowned including 'appealing coastal town' - see full list

Seven places across the country have been named as top spots for retirees.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

EXCLUSIVE: John Swinney to consider buffer zones after ‘disgusting’ Perth hotel anti-immigration protests

Pete Wishart has also described the events that took place at Saturday's protest as "disgraceful."

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Crazed thug who used Buckfast bottle in frenzied murder bid on Glasgow train is jailed

Thomas Craig, 48, repeatedly stabbed Glenn Lennon on the Glasgow Queen Street to Perth service in February 2024.

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Major high street chain to close eight Scottish branches in 2026 - full list

Find below of the upcoming closures will affect you area?

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Full list of flood warnings in Tayside as rain and melting snow cause chaos

In some areas, Sepa has advised the public to "act now" to prevent any damage.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Flooding causes travel chaos on A9 near Pitlochry

A series of flood warnings are in force across Tayside.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

All the latest travel disruption in Dundee, Perthshire, Fife and Stirling – and when it will end

Lane closures are set to cause disruption at a busy Dundee junction and roadworks continue on the A90.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Perthshire caravan owners furious at £2k charge to move 25 yards to holiday park exit

Static caravanners say they're not being allowed to leave the Mains of Taymouth site unless they pay its new owners the 'extortionate' sum.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Perth’s Craigclowan School teachers to strike again as pension talks break down

The school refused to discuss the ongoing dispute with trade union EIS.