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£59 Perth and Kinross cemetery fees axed following families’ fury at toppled gravestones
Perth and Kinross Council bosses admit they don't know who owns up to 75% of the gravestones in their cemeteries.
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Perth and Kinross Council bosses admit they don't know who owns up to 75% of the gravestones in their cemeteries.
Its owner, Jaffer Dogan, arrived in Scotland due to a summer romance more than 30 years ago.
Locals are being urged to have their say as the Perth and Kinross Council consultation on a proposed visitor levy goes live today.
Sandy Hamilton, who had three young children with wife Claire, was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and passed away in May 2025 .
Jules Rose accused compensation bosses at the UK Government agency of trying to “brush off the seriousness” of their error.
Perth and Kinross Council says campaigners' calls for public safety equipment at Moncreiffe Island could increase the dangers.
The 9th Baronet of Stanhope, who has died at 95, was a soldier, farmer and distinguished public servant who served as Lord Lieutenant of Perth and Kinross and chairman of the Forestry Commission.
Elizabeth Crammond says communication issues between services has caused "a devastating and lasting impact".
More than 300 people objected to the Kinnon Park solar farm near Methven. Now the developer is appealing against Perth and Kinross Council's decision to refuse planning permission
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The jobs milestone comes ahead of a crunch Perth and Kinross Council vote on a controversial SSEN Transmission substation plan for Braco.
Thomas Cunningham and Stewart Miller are urging Perth and Kinross Council to install safety equipment on the River Tay where a man drowned last year.
NewsPerth and Kinross Council’s Planning and Placemaking Committee approved the plans - against council planning officers’ recommendation for refusal - in June.
Mum Jennifer Rutherford says the specialist care and respite provided by the Kinross hospice has been life changing for her son Quinns, who has an extremely rare neurodevelopmental condition.
Kinross Show 2026 at Loch Leven featured livestock judging, vintage tractors and family attractions for visitors of all ages.
The number of asylum seekers being provided accommodation across the UK has also dropped.
Loch Leven National Nature Reserve’s Burleigh Sands car park will be closed at weekends.
NewsAuthorities inspected 10 schools in 2025-2026, nine primaries and one all-through school in the region - with several netting extra positive reports.
A new scientific discovery centre is set to be built beside Loch Leven Community Campus.
Kinross campaigner Jules Rose accused officials of trying to “besmirch” her character after sensitive personal information was wrongly shared.
Perth and Kinross Council says there's been 'a higher than anticipated' number of funding applications to its new property flood resilience grant.
Katy Gordon talks about Culture Perth and Kinross trying to find a third operator for its flagship museum eatery.
The response comes despite impassioned pleas by communities and politicians of all parties.
Perth and Kinross Council said the communication hubs, offering free Wi-Fi, defibrillators and advertising space, would 'detract from the character' of the city centre
Operators Balhousie Care Group say safeguarding procedures "operate at all times" at their Rumbling Bridge Huntington's Unit, where rapist Shaun McKenna is held.
Perth and Kinross Council says it wants the first ever Economic Summit to unlock fresh growth and investment in the region
Culture Perth and Kinross is searching for an operator to run the museum cafe for at least the next three years.
The 200-year-old building is home to more than 30 local businesses, freelancers and remote workers who pay from £25 per day.
More than 150 people from several communities packed a public meeting to discuss the impact of losing the Perth to Edinburgh bus.
Kallbad's sauna is another compelling reason to visit picturesque Scottish Lavender Oils.
Golf day organised by housebuilder raises funds for CHAS.
NewsPerth and Kinross Anti-Poverty Taskforce has pulled together a one-stop summer guide for families ‘Making the Summer better’, pointing people towards key supports.
The judge said Shaun McKenna's treatment for Huntingdon's Disease should not be met behind bars.
Local shoppers are being urged to back a petition calling on Perth and Kinross Council to introduce two hours free parking in the city centre.
Ian Massie and Mike Williamson referred themselves to the Ethical Standards Commissioner following a Perth and Kinross Council meeting
Kallbad Sauna and Cold Water Immersion has partnered with Scottish Lavender.
Perth and Kinross councillors are being urged to approve Mordor Gundogs' plans for a new 'Dog Ranch', complete with vet practice, near Auchterarder
Ashley Barron runs Buddy and Brooke, an end-of-life service for dogs, cats and small pets across Tayside.
Hero golden retriever Troy and his owner Stewart Miller were among a large Perth and Kinross contingent at this year's royal garden party in Edinburgh
Kevin Macleod has swapped Bonzo for barista-ing at Heaven Scent cafe in Kinross which has been blowing up on social media. But says 'never say never' on a Funbox return.
NewsThe new charge is expected to bring in around £600,000 for the authority in 2026/27, with more than 900 homes believed to be vacant long-term in the region.
NewsThe extra measures are being considered by the local authority in efforts to tackle anti-social behaviour by visitors.
Other measures, including, CCTV, are being considered to support the region's visitor rangers.
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Perth and Kinross Council extends Property Flood Resilience Grant Scheme Scottish Construction Now
NewsThe move will see an annual investment of £375,000 from April 2027 and comes following passionate campaigning across the region to save rural libraries from closure.
Ian Massie was accused of hurling the insult at former Perth and Kinross Council leader Grant Laing during a public meeting.
The theft happened in the town in the early hours of Thursday
Perth and Kinross councillors will meet next week to discuss a request to sell Common Good property to the controversial 1-5 High Street 'hotel' developer
Perth and Kinross councillors unanimously approved a new responsible busking code of conduct for the city centre