The Courier Daily

We look back on some of the biggest local stories of 2022

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In this final episode of The Courier Daily, presenter Clare Johnston and live news team leader Bryan Copland look back on some of the biggest local stories of the year including the Kirkton riots and an outbreak of youth disorder, and how the appointment of a male period dignity officer for Tayside turned into a global spectacle.

Celebrating the local heroes of 2022

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

News reporter Lindsey Hamilton joins presenter Clare Johnston as they look back at some of the local people who touched our hearts in 2022, including the inspirational Sophy Mitchell.

Your daily news podcast for Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

Festive recommendations from the Food & Drink team

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Today we serve up a feast with our head of food & drink Julia Bryce, where the team talk us through their tips for restaurants and takeaways over the holidays, which local eateries they have set their sights on for 2023 and what they'll be tucking into over Christmas.

Your daily news podcast for Tayside and Fife, presented by Maria Gran.

Remembering some of the locals we lost in 2022

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Today obituaries editor Chris Ferguson joins presenter Clare Johnston to remember some of the local people we lost in 2022 in this special tribute episode.

Your daily news podcast for Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

Axed Tayside period dignity officer launches sex discrimination claim

Mon, 19 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Dundee area editor Jake Keith brings us up to speed on the saga that saw the appointment of Jason Grant as Tayside and Fife's first period dignity officer - a role that was then scrapped after a backlash over the decision to put a man in the job.

Now Jason Grant has launched an employment tribunal claim suing his employers for sex discrimination.

EXCLUSIVE: Period dignity officer Jason Grant sues Tayside employers for sex discrimination.

Your daily news podcast for Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

Celebrating the local sports heroes of 2022

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

On today's show Clare is joined by Bryan Copland as they look back on some of the biggest sporting achievements by local athletes in 2022.

Your daily news podcast for Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

What can we expect from today’s budget?

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Ahead of this afternoon's budget from the Scottish Government, political reporter Rachel Amery joins us to lay out what we can expect from John Swinney and whether we should be worried about what's to come.

Your daily news briefing from Tayside and Fife, presented by Maria Gran.

Unearthing the hidden gems stored in DC Thomson’s archives

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

As a special festive treat today we’re taking you down memory lane as the DC Thomson archives team tell us about some of their favourite pieces from a collection that includes some of our earliest newspapers, long forgotten titles and of course some of Scotland’s most treasured comic characters.

Food editor on why she objects to service charge on restaurant bills

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In today's episode, food and drink editor Julia Bryce explains why she's pushing back on the automatic inclusion of a service charge on restaurant bills during a cost of living crisis.

Your daily news briefing from Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

OPINION: Card machine tips are for staff, not greedy owners

Locals ’unenchanted’ with parking fee introduction at Faskally woods

Mon, 12 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Locals have been left less than enchanted over the Enchanted Forest in Pitlochry as land owner of Faskally Woods Forestry and Land Scotland has announced car parking charges from January next year. Faskally woods, home to the enchanted forest each autumn, just celebrated it's twentieth anniversary. Joining us will be Perth area editor Stephen Eighteen who has his ear to the ground and can bring us the latest from Highland Perthshire.

Your essential daily news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Maria Gran.

Pitlochry residents ‘victims of Enchanted Forest success’ as parking charges explained

DCA stands firm after abuse forces cancellation of drag queen show

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Live news team leader Bryan Copland looks at some of the week's biggest stories including why a show scheduled to take place at the Dundee Contemporary Arts centre and hosted by a drag queen had to be cancelled due to online abuse and intimidation.

Your essential daily news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

Drag queen feels ‘defeated’ after being made to cancel DCA event

Four-day snow and ice warning blankets Tayside and Fife

What do locals think of this year’s WinterFest in Dundee?

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

With Dundee's WinterFest in full flight until January 1st at Slessor Gardens, reporter Amie Flett spoke to locals about what they make of this year's attractions.

Your essential daily news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

Dundee’s Christmas in the days gone by

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Past times reporter and Courier Daily presenter Kate Brown joins us to share some festive facts about Dundee's Christmas celebrations through the years.

Your essential daily news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Maria Gran.

Santa’s Grottos in Tayside and Fife - including a Makaton-signing Santa

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Santa's Grottos are taking place all over Courier Country, but for one of them Santa has learnt Makaton. Schools and families team leader Cheryl Peebles has all the details.

Your essential daily news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Maria Gran.

Our Christmas foodie giveaway, and why this is a critical season for hospitality firms

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In today's episode we hear from food and drink team leader Julia Bryce about the mouth watering prizes on offer in our 12 Days of Christmas giveaway and why this really is the critical season for struggling local hospitality firms.

Your essential daily news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

The ongoing eco crusade against Dundee’s SUV owners

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In our weekly review of some of the biggest local stories with live news editor Bryan Copland.

This week we look at tyre damage to luxury cars such as SUVs by environmental groups in the areas of the city quay and Broughty Ferry.

And for some lighter news, it seems the region has a clear front-runner for the best garden Christmas lights display. A brechin man who is lighting up Christmas with an impressive garden display that's raising money for charity too.

Your essential daily news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

Why parents in Dundee are protesting against gender-based violence

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000

At Monday's Reclaim the Night march which protests against gender-based violence, live news journalist Amie Flett spoke to some of the marchers.

She discovered many of them were parents who felt the city still had a long way to go to ensure the safety of its children.

Your essential news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Kate Brown.

NHS Breast Cancer Scandal in Tayside

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

We look into the Courier investigation on nearly 200 breast cancer patients in Tayside who were unknowingly given lower doses of chemotherapy drugs by their doctors. The Courier’s political editor Derek Healey has the story.

Your essential daily news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Maria Gran.

The charity saving babies’ lives with early detection equipment

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Your essential daily news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

Today we hear from health journalist Saskia Harper who has been talking to a local family about the life-saving technology that meant their baby girl was able to be treated early for a very serious heart condition.

Dundonians take to the streets tonight to protest against gender-based violence

Mon, 28 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

As part of the United Nations campaign against gender-based violence, cities across Tayside and Fife are organising their own events.

Live news journalist Alasdair Clark joins us for a chat about the upcoming events, including tonight's Reclaim the Night march.

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

Banner to be raised on Dundee’s Discovery in fight against gender-based violence

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What’s being done about flooding in our region?

Fri, 25 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Your daily news briefing covering Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

Today in our Friday review, live news team leader Bryan Copland looks at the aftermath of the recent flooding across the region and what if anything can be done to prevent it in future.

Three people evacuated from home as heavy rain wreaks havoc in Fife

Abernethy residents living in constant fear after second flood in nine weeks

Can Black Friday save Christmas for local businesses?

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Your essential news briefing for Tayside and Fife, presented by Clare Johnston.

In today's episode reporter Laura Devlin takes to the streets of Dundee to hear whether shoppers are planning to seek out Black Friday deals - and business editor Rob McLaren shares his plan to help local stores make the most of the promotional event.

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How local obituaries writer helps celebrate the lives of people across Tayside and Fife

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

During Grief Awareness Week we've been thinking about the importance of discussing our losses and remembering our loved ones.

Lindsay Bruce joins us today to share the role of an obituaries writer in a period of grief and loss for families across Tayside and Fife.

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

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How will the autumn statement affect Tayside and Fife?

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Following Chancellor Jeremy Hunt's autumn statement last week, political reporter Justin Bowie joins us to unpack what the budget means for households and services in Angus, Dundee, Perthshire and Fife.

Tayside and Fife's essential morning news briefing, presented by Maria Gran.

Budget: £1.5 billion promised for Scotland as Jeremy Hunt tries to undo damage

Dundee’s pride over local links to FIFA World Cup

Mon, 21 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

With the FIFA world cup kicking off in Qatar yesterday, we’re looking at the tournament’s links to Dundee.

Despite Scotland not qualifying, there is a lot of local pride circulating as a few players from Tayside have been called up to play in the FIFA World Cup this year.

Sports reporter George Cran is here to tell us why it's about more than the prestige for these local clubs.

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

Every player to represent Dundee United at the World Cup — and how they fared

Dundee United, St Johnstone and Dundee World Cup windfalls revealed as quartet bid to star in Qatar

The aftermath of the blaze that destroyed Robertson’s store

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In today's news review, presenter Clare Johnston is joined by live news team leader Bryan Copland and reporter Laura Devlin to discuss the aftermath of the devastating fire at the former Robertson’s store in Dundee and how locals feel about the loss of the building and its future.

How do local men feel about discussing mental health?

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Ahead of International Men's Day this Saturday, which aims to raise awareness of male suicide, reporter Brendan Duggan takes to the streets of Dundee to find out how local men feel about mental health.

Tayside and Fife's essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

What can we learn from Tayside’s upcycling champions?

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In a series of stories looking at Tayside's top upcyclers, transport and environment journalist Joanna Bremner has picked up their best tips for refreshing old clothes and furniture, and she's here to share them with us.

Tayside and Fife's essential morning news briefing, presented by Maria Gran.

Dundee artist Diva shares upcycling successes and an ‘eyesore’ mirror

Errol Money for Nothing star Sarah transforms broken beams into winter lamps

Inside the extraordinary documentary on ’Mr X’, the international drug smuggler who evaded justice

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Today, Courier journalist Dale Haslam takes us inside his investigation and documentary on the incredible circumstances around the disappearance of Mr X – the drug smuggler who sensationally escaped after being captured by police in Spain before he could be extradited to Scotland to face justice. He’s not been seen in 29 years.

Watch the documentary here

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

What support is there in Tayside for those with diabetes?

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

On World Diabetes Day we speak to health and wellbeing journalist Cara Forrester about the services available in Tayside for those living with diabetes and those working to prevent it.

Tayside and Fife's essential morning news briefing, presented by Maria Gran.

Dundee diabetes website could help save the NHS millions – can you benefit too?

Make 2022 the year you cut the risk of type 2 diabetes says Dundee professor

Type 2 diabetics in Tayside wanted for new programme to see if they can reverse their condition

Are Bonfire Events going to be allowed again in Dundee?

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Live news team leader Bryan Copland joins Clare Johnston to discuss some of this week's biggest stories including whether Bonfire Night events could be allowed again next year after they were forced to be cancelled following the Kirkton riots on Halloween.

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

What are Dundee’s new primary school driving bans?

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

As part-time driving bans have come into force at two Dundee primary schools and more schools will join in the next few weeks, schools and families reporter Debbie Clarke tells us what we can expect from the ban. Tayside and Fife's essential morning news briefing, presented by Maria Gran.

Locals share acts of social media kindness as TV presenter Caroline Flack is remembered

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

In light of the late TV presenter, Caroline Flack's birthday, 9th of November 1979, and social media kindness day; our reporter, Poppy Watson takes to the streets of Dundee to find out, 'what is the kindest thing you've experienced on social media?'

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

Angus mum on why she won’t stop until kids are protected by law on use of restraint

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

We hear from Angus mother Beth Morrison who says her son Calum was left injured and traumatised after being physically restrained at a special school in Dundee when he was 11 years old. She has been campaigning for over a decade and wants a new law in Calum’s name to protect other children in Scotland.

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

The threat of EIS strikes: How will they affect schools in Tayside and Fife?

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Schools and families team lead, Cheryl Peebles gives the update on the potiential EIS school strikes; what this may look like and how this will affect local schools.

"The teachers union is balloting for strike action claiming teachers are really struggling to pay bills and the workload is causing burnout," Cheryl Peebles.

Tayside and Fife's essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

After the riots, council leader John Alexander on where Dundee goes from here

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

- Live news team leader Bryan Copland and Dundee city council leader John Alexander discuss Monday’s disturbing events in Kirkton which saw riot police being called in after youths went on a rampage there. What went wrong and where do we go from here?

Where can you see Bonfire Night firework displays?

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Maria Gran.

- As Bonfire Night is fast approaching, Angus area editor Graham Brown has all the details on where Courier Country's fireworks displays will be held this year

Should firework displays be banned in Tayside and Fife?

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

- Reporter Laura Devlin goes out onto the streets of Dundee and asks whether you think firework displays should be banned.

Survivors of Fornethy House demand public apology from Nicola Sturgeon

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

- Political Reporter Rachel Amery attended a recent protest at Holyrood where the survivors of Fornethy House asked to meet with Nicola Sturgeon. Today we ask - what will the government's response be?

The glitz and glory from The Courier Business Awards

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

Business editor Rob McLaren brings us all the news from The Courier Business Awards which took place in Dundee on Saturday night.

The deepening crisis at Glenrothes care service Glamis House

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett.

In our weekly news review, Bryan Copland discusses the latest concerning revelations around Glamis House following a new inspection.

How a Dundee woman is raising awareness for rare condition after scary misdiagnosis

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett.

Area Editor for Perth, Stephen Eighteen, tells us how he spoke to local woman Stacey Drummond about her difficult experience with getting diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease

A focus on female contribution in the Dundee art scene

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

Our producer Morven McIntyre heads to the Lamb Gallery to chat to a couple of the artists part of the 'Tales of the Unexpected' exhibition.

Artist, Susie Johnston speaks on her chosen archive from the brittle bone society.

Whilst PHD researcher at Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design, Katie Potapoff choses an archive from the case records of female patients from the Dundee asylum from 1893-1894.

Alistair Heather rounds on ’greedy’ Dundee landlords

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

Latest news headlines complied and read by Amie Flett

Courier columnist Alistair Heather explains why he believes greedy landlords in Dundee are offsetting the cost of living by squeezing their struggling tenants.

Dog owners demanding tougher sentences for dog thieves

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 10:31:55 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett.

Crime and court reporter Kirsty McIntosh joins us for a chat about The Courier's new documentary, Taken, which explores the emotional impact of dog theft in Scotland.

Dundee’s ’gargantuan’ winter crisis

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

Latest news headlines complied and read by Brendan Duggan.

In our weekly review of some of the biggest local stories of the week, live news team leader Emma Crichton discusses the warning from Dundee council leader John Alexander over the crisis of ‘gargantuan proportions’ facing the city this winter.

How can zero waste shopping save you money?

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Maria Gran

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan

As the cost of living crisis continues to affect us, transport and environment journalist Joanna Bremner has checked if zero waste shopping can help our wallets as well as the planet.

How Dundee feels about the city’s statue of George Kinloch

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

We went out onto the streets of Dundee to find out the local's thoughts on whether the city's links to the slave trade should be preserved such as statues, street names and if there is enough focus on this issue two years after the Black Lives Matter movement.

How to fix rural Perthshire’s problem with unaffordable housing

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Maria Gran.

- Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan.

- As Aberfeldy locals struggle to afford homes in their hometown and Comrie businesses see new employees living in caravans, Perth area editor Stephen Eighteen has looked into ways to solve the housing crisis.

Local motorists react to prospect of road charges

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

- Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan.

- As Tayside transport bosses consider introducing road charges and reduced parking to help meet climate change targets, our transport and environment team leader, Peter John Meiklem reveals how local motorists are reacting.

What’s going on at the site of Dundee’s ’Berlin Wall’?

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan

Live news team leader Emma Crichton takes a closer look at the unusual events at a 223-home development on the former Keiller factory site where local residents have complained over the height of a 'giant' wall and where a developer has apologised after mistakenly digging up a local landowner's path

How taking a prescription of celery seed could help stop your nightmares

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan

Health and wellbeing reporter Saskia Harper informs us on a series of natural remedies that have been helping people get to sleep across Tayside and Fife

How the oldest ship in the Royal Navy still afloat was nearly sunk in Dundee

Wed, 12 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

- Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan.

- Past Times team leader Graeme Strachan is here to tell us about the Queen Mother's bid to save the oldest Royal Navy ship still afloat in Dundee.

Abused as a Child on Holiday to Angus

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Impact Investigations reporter Brendan Duggan reveals accusations of child abuse at Fornethy House residential school in Angus.

In this special episode of the Courier Daily, Elaine McLaughlin, a former pupil of Fornethy House, returns to where she was abused.

For the full investigation into abuse at Fornethy House, go here

SNP conference with Derek Healey

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Maria Gran.

- Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan.

- As the SNP conference draws to a close, The Courier political editor Derek Healey looks at what's next for the party.

Dundee community’s shock after 13-year-old boy assaulted

Fri, 07 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett

In our weekly review of some of the biggest local stories of the week, live news team lead Bryan Copland tells us of a community in shock following a brutal assault on a Dundee schoolboy aged just 13.

The ongoing plight of seriously ill Dundee woman Lynn Anderson in Turkey

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential daily news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett

Reporter Lindsey Hamilton reveals the ongoing struggle faced by Dundee woman Lynn Anderson and her partner Gary, as she remains seriously ill in a Turkish hospital.

Why St Andrews campaigners want a railway station

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Maria Gran.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett

As voices calling for a railway station in St Andrews grow louder, transport and environment journalist Joanna Bremner unpacks their decades-long campaign

Inside story on Dundee parent’s school meals expose

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett

Schools and families reporter Sheanne Mulholland shares the inside story of a Dundee mum’s school meals expose.

When George Best visited Dens Park 40 years ago

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Kate Brown.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett.

Past Times team leader Graeme Strachan tells us all about the time that famous footballer George Best visited Dundee FC football club.

Commonwealth Games heroes return, and a care home in crisis

Fri, 30 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Matteo Bell

In our weekly review of some of the biggest local stories of the week, live news team lead Bryan Copland discusses how a care home in Glenrothes found itself at the centre of a storm - and we look forward to the weekend's City Square celebration for Dundee’s Commonwealth Games heroes Eilish McColgan and Sam Hickey.

The troublesome results of The Courier’s sleep study

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Matteo Bell.

Health journalist Cara Forrester is here to tell us about the results of The Courier's sleep study, which revealed the majority of participants across Tayside and Fife are getting a bad night's sleep.

How Perthshire’s Enchanted Forest became a £7.6m tourism hit

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing.

Latest local news headlines compiled and read by Emma Crichton

Tomorrow sees the opening of the Enchanted Forest near Pitlochry, expected to attract tens of thousands over the coming month in a healthy boost to the local economy. Perthshire editor Stephen Eighteen shares the secrets of its success.

How two new developments in Dundee could bring more tourists to the city

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Emma Crichton

On World Tourism Day, The Courier's Area Editor for Dundee, Jake Keith, tells us about a couple of developments in the city that could bring more tourists to Dundee.

Will Tayside and Fife’s beaches disappear?

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines complied and read by Emma Crichton.

What will happen to the Tayside and Fife coast if we do nothing to stop climate change? Transport and environment reporter Aileen Robertson has the answers.

Inside the Scottish Press Awards with our winners

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, presented by Clare Johnston

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett

This week saw The Courier and our sister titles The Press and Journal and The Sunday Post scoop a number of big accolades at The Scottish Press Awards, with The Courier crowned Scotland’s News Website of the Year. Producer Morven McIntyre takes us inside the awards as she talks to our winners.

What are Dundee FC’s stadium plans?

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Matteo Bell.

As Dundee FC has submitted plans for a new stadium, Dundee Area Editor Jake Keith tells us what they are and how to get involved.

Dundee’s popular restaurant The Selkie opens new premises in Broughty Ferry

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by James Simpson.

Food and drink journalist Mariam Okhai is here with all you need to know about The Selkie's new Broughty Ferry premises.

How we’re recognising achievements of local youngsters

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing.

Latest news headlines read by James Simpson.

Schools and families journalist Sheanne Mulholland shares how The Courier is recognising the outstanding achievements of children and young people in our communities, and some of the inspiring stories of those who have already been awarded our Gold Stars.

How Tayside and Fife have responded to Her Majesty’s passing

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines read by Matteo Bell

Courier journalists Laura Devlin from Dundee and Claire Warrender from Fife share what they have seen and heard while on the ground at the Queen's Funeral Cortege last week.

Anger over Monday funeral cancellations

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing.

Latest news headlines read by Poppy Watson.

Live news editor Bryan Copeland joins Clare Johnston for a weekly review of some of the week's biggest local stories including the families left distressed over the cancellation of funerals for loved ones on the day the late monarch Queen Elizabeth is laid to rest.

How Liz Truss’ appointment as Conservative Party leader will affect local councils

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Poppy Watson

Live politics reporter Justin Bowie takes us through how local councils could be affected by a change in national leadership

What to expect in the next season of The Stooshie

Wed, 14 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Poppy Watson

Head of politics and The Stooshie host Andy Philip reveals what's in store for the next season of DC Thomson's political podcast

Multi-million hotel investments in Perthshire

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Poppy Watson

As the Station Hotel in Perth reopens after a major refurbishment and plans for a £34million leisure development with hotel in West Kinfauns were backed by the local council, business journalist Maria Gran brings us the details and discusses what this means for the region's tourism industry.

Dundonian reaction to the Queen’s passing

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing.

- Latest news headlines complied and read by Poppy Watson.

- business journalist Maria Gran takes to the streets of Dundee to find out what members of the public think of the monarch's passing.

A young Queen’s letter from Glamis

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 04:30:00 +0100

Today in a special tribute episode following the death of Her Majesty The Queen, we share a letter penned by the 11-year-old future monarch which revealed her huge affection for the area where her mother grew up, and is one of the remarkable treasures within the Glamis Castle archive.

Her Majesty the Queen remembered in our tribute episode

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 18:37:33 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing.

Obituaries editor Chris Ferguson shares fond memories of the time spent by the Queen in Tayside and Fife, and the many lives she touched.

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing.

Latest news headlines and a look inside this week's biggest local stories.

Our Scottish book choices on International Literacy Day

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett

Courier journalists reveal their favourite books by Scottish authors on International Literacy Day

How Port of Dundee investment is paying off for the city

Wed, 07 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett

Business editor Rob McLaren on how a new prized contract which will see Port of Dundee assemble the tallest turbines ever deployed in Scottish waters paves the way for further deals.

What will the new Prime Minister do for Tayside and Fife?

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett

With a new Prime Minister now in office, political editor Derek Healey tells us what Liz Truss has in store for Tayside and Fife residents

New mural and a mission to ”make the Keiller Centre great again”

Mon, 05 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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Latest news headlines compiled and read by Amie Flett.

Dundee editor Jake Keith reveals how a new street art mural at the Keiller Centre is part of a wider mission to restore the retail space to its former glory.

Council strikes latest and a fitting send-off planned for Sophy Mitchell

Fri, 02 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan

Live news team lead Bryan Copland brings us up to speed on some of this week's biggest local stories.

Top tips for eateries in Tayside and Fife

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan

Fancy a nice meal out? Food and drink journalist Mariam Okhai shares her top picks of new restaurants and cafes across Courier Country

Lundin Links hotel fire latest as locals have their say

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan

Fife editor Claire Warrender reveals how businesses are being affected in the wake of the Lundin Links hotel fire and brings us the latest after a public meeting to discuss what happens next.

How Fife could be the home of two new British Freeports

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan

Live politics reporter Justin Bowie joins us for an update on the Conservative Leadership race and how future policy could affect Tayside and Fife

New sculpture unveiled in memory of babies who have died

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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:: Latest news headlines compiled and read by Brendan Duggan.

:: Schools and families team leader Cheryl Peebles reveals the inspirational story of courage behind a new windmill sculpture being unveiled at Lochmore Meadows to bring comfort to grieving parents of babies who have died.

Sophy Mitchell remembered in our weekly news review

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines complied and read by Poppy Watson

Clare Johnston and Bryan Copland discuss this week's biggest local stories including the sad news of the death from cancer of inspirational young Dundee woman, Sophy Mitchell.

The events that led to the conviction and sentencing of Fife funeral fraudster

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

- Latest news headlines read by James Simpson.

- As Fife funeral director Barry Stevenson-Hamilton, who sold fake plans to vulnerable customers, is due to be sentenced, courts reporter Ross Gardiner gives us the background on how he was caught and what kind of sentence he may now face.

How Perth has become one of the worst affected by the cost-of-living crisis

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines read by James Simpson.

Live politics reporter Justin Bowie tells us how the energy crisis could affect homes across Tayside and Fife

The changing faces of Dunfermline’s Alhambra Theatre

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

- Latest news headlines read by James Simpson

- As Dunfermline’s Alhambra Theatre celebrates its 100th anniversary, Past Times journalist and Courier Daily presenter Kate Brown reveals how it transformed from bingo hall to much-loved theatre venue.

Courier Business awards shortlist revealed

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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- Latest news headlines read by James Simpson.

- Courier business editor Rob McLaren talks us through the Courier Business Awards shorlist.

Jason Grant appointed as Tayside’s first period dignity officer and the future of Site 6. This week’s biggest local stories explored

Fri, 19 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

- Latest news headlines complied and read by James Simpson.

- Live News team leader Bryan Copland discusses some of the biggest local stories of the week, including a Tayside ‘period dignity’ officer controversy - and the first look at plans for second office block at Dundee Waterfront.

Never-before-seen photos unearthed 30 years on from Dundee FC’s victory over Rangers

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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Latest news headlines compiled and read by James Simpson

It’s been 30 years since Dundee FC played the game of a lifetime and beat Rangers and to mark the anniversary, Past Times reporter Graeme Strachan has dug up some never-before-seen images from the day.

Property row continues over new Thornton housing development

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

- Latest news headlines compiled and read by James Simpson

- Business journalist Maria Gran gives us an overview of the ongoing dispute between homeowner Niki Caira and land owner Alex Penman over the new house being built next to her property.

How today’s Conservative leadership husting in Perth could be affected by Liz Truss’ latest comments about Nicola Sturgeon

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

- Latest news headlines are compiled and read by Brendan Duggan.

- Live politics reporter Justin Bowie joins us for a chat about today's hustings in Perth, and how they could be affected by Liz Truss referring to Nicola Sturgeon as an "attention seeker".

Are more school strikes looming?

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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- Latest news headlines

- As pupils return after the summer break, schools team leader Cheryl Peebles discusses the ongoing threat of strike action.

Eilish McColgan, Sharon Hutchison and the heatwave. This week’s biggest local stories explored

Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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Latest news headlines compiled and read by Emma Crichton

Live News team leader Bryan Copland discusses some of the biggest local stories of the week, including a tragic development in the case of missing Dundee woman Sharon Hutchison - and plans to celebrate track star Eilish McColgan's stunning Commonwealth Games performance.

Perthshire actor Alan Cumming to host the Fair City’s Pride event on Saturday

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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Latest news headlines compiled and read by Emma Crichton

Live News journalist Amie Flett tells us all about Perthshire Pride.

What Dundee United’s Europa Conference League bid means for the club

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

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Latest news headlines compiled and read by Emma Crichton.

As Dundee United get ready to face off against Dutch club AZ Alkmaar, sports reporter Alan Temple explains what this means for the club

What is inside Dundee’s new female custody centre?

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100

Tayside and Fife’s essential morning news briefing, so you never miss an important story affecting our communities across Dundee, Fife, Perth and Angus.

Latest news headlines compiled and read by Emma Crichton.

Political reporter Rachel Amery joins us to talk about the inside of a new female custody unit in Dundee.