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EXCLUSIVE: Safety experts say ‘confusing’ Swallow Roundabout road markings could cause crashes

Experts have highlighted issues with the new layout of the A90 junction at the entrance to Dundee.

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How long will sunny spell last for Tayside, Fife and Stirling?

Temperatures into the 20s are forecast for several days yet - but a change could be on the horizon.

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Family-run Aberfeldy cafe reopens after major refurbishment

Piece sandwich and cake shop in Bridgend is back after a three-month revamp.

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UHI Perth principal Margaret Cook quits

The under-fire Perth College UHI boss has resigned as the struggling institution tackles a £2 million deficit.

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Perth Scoutmaster spared jail for sending sexual texts and selfies to teenage boys

Stephen Gorton came prepared to his sentencing hearing, carrying two large holdalls.

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Crieff set for more new homes at vandal-hit old primary school site

As many as 30 affordable homes could be built on the former primary school site in Commissioner Street, Crieff.

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Perth drivers trash padlocks and barriers to access residents’ car parks

Parking attendants will enforce rules at council-run car parks for residents and tenants in Perth and one in Glenfarg.

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Casualty recovered during ‘huge’ emergency response at Perthshire beauty spot

A coastguard rescue helicopter was among the emergency services called to Lundie Craigs, near Coupar Angus.

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Man, 24, taken to hospital then arrested after Perth disturbance

Police were called to Letham on Monday.

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Pitlochry’s Heartland festival returns with Kyle Falconer and Skerryvore

The organiser of Heartland Festival says he wants the Pitlochry event to become the Glastonbury of the north.

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3 men charged after separate pub and restaurant break-ins in Perth city centre

The break-ins and thefts happened at Sandeman on Kinnoull Street and Monterey Jack's on St Johns Place.

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Perth Races Ladies’ Day: All you need to know including weather forecast, timings and what to wear

Thousands of people will attend one of the biggest days in the city's social calendar.

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Perth property fraudster scammed Scottish Government and building society

Raza Hussain admitted running a fraudulent scheme to illegally buy a property.

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Perth campaigners raise equality fears over Bell’s Sports Centre plans

Sports group believe the artificial pitch plan will have a negative impact on the elderly, women and people with disabilities.

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How is crisis-hit UHI Perth College funded?

With UHI Perth facing a deficit, and claims the institution faces a precarious future, The Courier takes a look at where its funding comes from.

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Inside the weird and wonderful World Haggis Championships in Perth

Perth crowned a new World Haggis Champion at the weekend and The Courier was part of the judging panel. So what makes a world-beater?

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Property conman scammed bank and government to buy £138k home

Raza Hussain admitted forming a fraudulent scheme to obtain funds. The Crown plans lodge proceeds of crime action.

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Ewan McGregor reunites with Crieff pipe band at £2m Glencarse home in Apple TV series

The Crieff actor and Charley Boorman are joined by the Morrison's Academy pipe band in Long Way Home.

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Motorcyclist, 42, in serious but stable condition after A85 crash near Comrie

Road policing officers are appealing for information following Sunday's crash.

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Monday court round-up — Fair trial and cafe compensation

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