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Perthshire news for 15 December 2009

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Richard Branson invites Brian Souter on space flight Dec 15 2009

HE’S invested in planes, trains, automobiles and buses but high-flying Stagecoach pioneer Brian Souter has decided space travel is a step too far.Read

Perth man (41) jailed for sex assault on girl Dec 15 2009

A 41-YEAR-OLD Perth man who sexually abused a young girl while he worked as a gardener at a top Perthshire public school was jailed for two years yesterday.Read

South Inch set for charity event Dec 15 2009

A PERTH-based charity will be hosting a free fun-filled event on the Fair City’s South Inch tomorrow designed to encourage locals to get into the festive spirit.Read

People of Scone say farewell to tragic family Dec 15 2009

THE PEOPLE of Scone paid an emotional farewell to three members of the same family killed in a recent road accident.Read

Perth duo land RSGS awards Dec 15 2009

A PERTH medic and teacher were yesterday praised for their contributions to geography after picking up prestigious awards.Read

Perth carer stole from post offices Dec 15 2009

A PERTH carer who stole hundreds of pounds at two local post offices will be sentenced on February 3.Read

Top marks for Kinloch Rannoch Primary Dec 15 2009

STAFF at a Highland Perthshire school were overjoyed yesterday after receiving top marks from education inspectors.Read

Seating row at St John’s Shopping Centre Dec 15 2009

A MOVE to upgrade seating in Perth’s St John’s Centre has infuriated local pensioners.Read

Perth salutes brave Black Watch soldiers Dec 15 2009

PEOPLE from across Perthshire flocked to the centre of Perth at the weekend to cheer Black Watch soldiers recently-returned from Afghanistan.Read

Highland Perthshire schools receive awards Dec 15 2009

BREADALBANE Academy and Pitlochry High School were both rewarded for their dedication to supporting football at their schools at the Annual SFA Quality Mark Awards Ceremony.Read

Campaign to make Perth streets safer for women Dec 15 2009

A PUB poster campaign aiming to prevent alcohol-related violence against Perthshire women is set to run until New Year.Read

Glackin slams Pete Wishart on Westminster expenses vote Dec 15 2009

PERTH and North Perthshire MP Pete Wishart has come under attack for voting against the setting up of the parliamentary standards watchdog.Read

Community figures pay tribute to returning Black Watch heroes Dec 15 2009

AFTER parading triumphantly through the streets of Perth, homecoming Black Watch heroes were joined by their families – and a whole host of local councillors, politicians and military personnel – for a civil reception in Perth Concert Hall.Read

Dunkeld scholar John Ferguson returns from study trip to Far East and States Dec 15 2009

A PERTHSHIRE academic yesterday thanked backers whose generosity let him study in the USA, China and Japan.Read

Silent Auction raises £22,600 for three Perth charities Dec 15 2009

THE Perth and Kinross public dug deep into their wallets for a record-breaking Silent Auction.Read

Latest report into Perth and Kinross Council’s finances released Dec 15 2009

THE RESULTS of the year’s final independent probe into the inner workings of Perth and Kinross Council will be revealed tomorrow.Read

Appeal to reduce CO2 Dec 15 2009

WORLD leaders are converging on Copenhagen for the United Nations Climate Change Conference through to December 18.Read

Perth lad is army’s 1000th recruit to Royal Regiment Dec 15 2009

A YOUNG Perth man has become the Army’s 1000th recruit in Scotland this year.Read

Extended hours at Royal Mail Dec 15 2009

ROYAL Mail is extending the opening hours of its Callers’ Offices in Perthshire to help customers in the run up to Christmas.Read

Support shown for Sainsbury’s in Perth Dec 15 2009

PLANS by supermarket giants Sainsbury’s to open a store in Perth’s Crieff Road have won widespread support from locals, it has emerged.Read

Recycling to continue at Kenmore Quarry Dec 15 2009

HIGHLAND Perthshire councillor Ken Lyall has welcomed the decision to allow recycling and other activities to continue at Kenmore Quarry.Read

Special toast in memory of Bert Crawford Dec 15 2009

THERE was a special toast proposed at the annual dinner of the Perth High Constables in the Salutation Hotel.Read

RSGS Perth mountaineering talk Dec 15 2009

“HIGHER than the Eagle Soars” is the latest in the RSGS's popular “Inspiring People” talks, on at the Perth Concert Hall this evening, writes Gordon Bannerman.Read

Glen Lyon residents swap oil for wood Dec 15 2009

RESIDENTS in Glen Lyon have set an example for word leaders at Copenhagen by committing to make lasting cuts in their carbon emissions.Read

Rural Perthshire residents welcome broadband upgrade Dec 15 2009

RESIDENTS in rural Perthshire have expressed their delight after the Scottish Government announced the area will soon receive high-speed internet technology.Read

Europe Prize proposal discussed by Perth and Kinross Council Dec 15 2009

A PROPOSAL to submit an application from Perth for the prestigious Europe Prize will be discussed by councillors tomorrow.Read

Job threat at Vector Aerospace in Almondbank Dec 15 2009

UNCERTAINTY again surrounds the future of workers at a Perthshire aviation repairs plant, it emerged yesterday.Read

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