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The city named 'Scotland's best place to live' that is neither Edinburgh or Glasgow

It has been described as a "foodie heaven".

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Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Alyth shopkeeper, 85, named High Street Hero after 53 years in business

Margaret Ferguson owns and runs MM Ferguson.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Shamed prison dog handler refused to apologise for sex assault at HMP Perth

Simon Buck's victims came forward after he was last year convicted of similar conduct against a male colleague.

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Father and son in court over alleged gun scare at Perth secondary school

Patrikas Jakstas is alleged to have taken the firearm - described in court papers as a gas alarm pistol - inside his backpack to the school.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Perth photography firm thanks city for ‘rallying around us’ after Scott Street fire

Perth Photo Lab has permanently relocated to George Street due to the devastating blaze.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Thursday court round-up — Beard ripped and hair pulled out

A round-up of court cases from Tayside and Fife.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Perth funding ‘snub’ shows UK Government ‘pattern of neglect’ claims SNP MP

SNP MP Pete Wishart says Perth and Kinross has been continually overlooked by Westminster.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Blairgowrie businesswoman, 27, to launch salon after traumatic childbirth ‘wake-up call’

Victoria Burns, who gave birth nine weeks ago, is set to open her business on the High Street.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Victim of alleged fire attack sentenced for Perth cannabis operation

David Owen's property was raided by police and a drugs haul worth up to £2,640 was seized.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Perthshire Planning Ahead: ‘Urgent’ Blairgowrie castle work & new homes despite 38 objections

Planning Ahead is the weekly round-up of Perth and Kinross Council applications and approvals.

Daily Record - Perth

Domestic abuse thug ripped off partner's beard and bit his nose in series of vicious attacks

"They had been in an on-off relationship for a few years. The relationship was described as being problematic."

Daily Record - Perth

Scotland's 'best places to live' for 2026 as top eight destinations named

Including cities, towns, and villages.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

LUCY SCARLETT: A94 in Angus and Perthshire is a fatality waiting to happen

As a daily commuter along the A94, it is concerning that there have been four crashes in two months along here.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Violent heroin addict jailed for terror campaigns against women in Perthshire

Dean MacGregor attacked and raped women in Perth and Aberfeldy.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Staff member charged after pupil ‘assaulted’ at Perthshire school

Police received a report of assault at the Community School of Auchterarder last month.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Evri ‘closely monitoring’ Dundee service after complaints over Angus and Perthshire deliveries

Residents in Newtyle, Meigle and Alyth have reported long delays or parcels failing to turn up.

Daily Record - Perth

Lidl announces plans for 66 new stores in Scotland - full list

The huge expansion includes a mix of town centres, retail parks, and standalone sites

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Granddaughter’s tribute to ‘kind and caring’ Methven grandad who ‘led by example’

Methven mechanic, accordionist and community stalwart Ian Blance, who served as the Perthshire village’s park keeper for many years, has died in his 90th year.

Perth and Kinross news | The Courier

Missing woman, 39, last seen in Crieff traced

Police have traced Emma Munro who was reported missing from Crieff.

Daily Record - Perth

New homes plan to bring 180 properties to region - including Bellsmyre flats

The plans from Caledonia Housing Association will deliver more than 180 new homes, with the first phase of the project set to deliver 27 properties this year.