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Perth city busking code approved by councillors with special zones identified
The move has been brought forward following complaints about buskers sometimes being too loud, repetitive and untuneful, as well as rows between rival buskers.
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Man named Duffus claims cops gave him spliff he was caught with
Kevin Duffus said officers gave him tobbaco laced with cannabis before a roadside drug test.
Qantas to launch world's longest commercial flight with 22-hour London-Sydney non-stop
Qantas's Project Sunrise 'game-changing new route' is set to become the longest commercial flight in the world, with tickets expected to go on sale from February 2027
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Gangster used vulnerable people to run 'county lines' drug operation in Aberdeen
Victor Kihu was part of a gang known as Harlem who operated in cities across Scotland.
Perth classic car show hailed as figures reveal thousands flocked to city
The event, held on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31 generated a strong increase in footfall movements across the city centre.
Councillor issues staff support call as popular Perth pub set to close doors
City centre venue, The Sandeman, will close its doors for the last time after showing Scotland’s last World Cup group game match against Brazil on June 24.
How is Auchterarder High Street bucking the empty shops trend?
The Courier spoke to businesses on Auchterarder High Street to find out if other towns could learn from its success
Boxing champion hit with driving ban after rural Perthshire road crash
Heavyweight boxer Jack Rylance, from Crieff, was found guilty of dangerous driving after a two-day trial at Perth Sheriff Court.
Monday court round-up — Nine years and prison probe
A round-up of court cases from Tayside and Fife.
Emergency services called to crash involving HGV in Perthshire
One person was passed to the care of paramedics.
Perth cannabis dealer ordered to pay back nearly £16k
Police officers raided John Sinclair's Tulloch flat and found cannabis in vacuum-sealed packages.
Milnathort man skips Scotland win for ‘world’s toughest’ cycling race
Gordon Ritson, 44, is tackling the gruelling 1,020-mile Trans Alba Race to raise money for Jaxon's Gift.
Blairgowrie man who lost wife to rare genetic cancer receives MBE
Jo Williamson, 74, was recognised for his outstanding contribution as a campaigns ambassador for Cancer Research UK.
Gallery: Family fun at Alyth Agricultural Show 2026 in Blairgowrie
Enjoy the best of Alyth and District Agricultural Show 2026 as Blairgowrie welcomed visitors for livestock, shows, entertainment, and family fun.
First look at new Coupar Angus outdoor sauna experience
Ice and Embers wild spa will officially open at Denhead Farm Shop next week.
Woman taken to hospital after ‘deliberate’ house fire in Perth
Police, fire and ambulance services were seen in the Parkhead Gardens area on Saturday night.
Man reported missing from Perth traced
Police Scotland have confirmed Brian Rodgers has been traced.
How are Perth businesses coping one year on from Scott Street fire that shut down city centre?
The Courier has spoken to several businesses affected by eight months of road closures during demolition work.
Perth Tartan Army gallery: Fair City fans out in force for Scotland v Haiti World Cup opener
The Courier's photographer Steve MacDougall joined fans at The Venue for Scotland's World Cup opener.
Spraypaint vandal must compensate villagers for racist graffiti on Perthshire public hall
Samuel Melloy's lawyer was at a loss to explain why he defaced the building, but insisted he was not racist.