16 October 2009 - Strathearn news

Strathlearning opportunities Oct 16 2009

THERE has been a good response to the enrolment drive for the new session day and evening classes run by Strathlearning the local Further Education group based in Crieff.Read

Crieff traders invited to continue Shop Local campaign Oct 16 2009

CRIEFF traders, interested in continuing with the Shop Local campaign are invited to attend a meeting next Thursday evening at Café Central.Read

Keeping thieves at bay Oct 16 2009

TAYSIDE Police is launching Operation After Dark on Monday with a warning to householders in Strathearn to be vigilant and report suspicious persons or incidents in their area.Read

Centre’s October classes Oct 16 2009

THAT internet thing will never catch on. This statement was widely believed less than 25 years ago! This is hard to imagine today when almost every home has a PC and the ability to go global with a click or two.Read

New look for Strathearn pharmacy Oct 16 2009

STRATHEARN Pharmacy staff welcomed customers to the newly refurbished pharmacy on Tuesday. The light, bright and spacious shop which is situated on the corner of King Street is open Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm and from 9am to 1pm on a Saturday. The pharmacy now sports a new consultation room with extended pharmacy services such as blood pressure monitoring and allergy testing.Read

Crieff Drama Group tickets are sold out Oct 16 2009

CRIEFF Drama Group’s 10th Anniversary Celebration Supper Theatre performances in Morrison’s Academy Hall will be playing to capacity audiences on October 23 and 24.Read

Piper Connor in demand at Mod Oct 16 2009

CRIEFF’S Connor Sinclair had double success at the Mod last weekend when he achieved two gold medals for his piping.Read

Walkers enjoy local countryside Oct 16 2009

The Drovers’ Tryst got off to an excellent start, with walkers from near and far enjoying good company, fine weather and the great variety of more than 40 walks on offer. From the challenges of Ben More and Stob Binnein to more leisurely strolls along the River Tay, all walks have made the most of the beautiful Perthshire countryside in its spectacular autumn colours. Local volunteer leaders have shared their knowledge and enthusiasm for the hills and the rich history of the area. - John Cummings, Tryst CommitteeRead

Hairy Coo is thrilling sight Oct 16 2009

ONE of the most exciting sporting events to watch in Strathearn this weekend will be the Hairy Coo Grass Roots Mountain Bike Race. Held at Comrie Croft on Saturday, the challenge of the Big Race is not for the fainthearted.Read

Baptist Church to hold conference for men Oct 16 2009

CRIEFF Baptist Church are hosting a Day Conference for men later this month.Read

Accidents concern at Gilmerton bends Oct 16 2009

“GILMERTON bends” is becoming a hotspot for road traffic accidents, Inspector Cathy MacDonald told the Herald.Read

Teen in court for terrier attack on officers Oct 16 2009

A STRATHEARN teenager lost the plot when police turned up at his house after a family argument.Read

Container topple forces A85 closure Oct 16 2009

THE A85 from Crieff to Gilmerton was closed on Monday after a container on a timber lorry came loose from its trailer, writes Lynn Duke.Read

I would not have missed my time here for anything Oct 16 2009

HEINRICH Steinmeyer, the German who has bequeathed his house to benefit the elderly of Comrie, was in the village on Monday to meet old friends and take a tour round Cultybraggan Camp.Read

New councillors welcomed Oct 16 2009

CRIEFF Community Council chairman Bob Ferguson welcomed two newly co-opted community councillors to their most recent meeting. They are Angus McKay (left), who originally hails from Arbroath, but has lived in the town for four years and well known local man Owen Sweeney.Read

Do we have a bearcat roaming Strathearn? Oct 16 2009

FOLLOWING last week’s Strath-earn Herald report of “big cat” sightings in the area, two new theories have been put forward as to what the mysterious creature with the long tail is.Read

Another twist in the Market Park plans Oct 16 2009

PRO Market Park (PMP) members have spoken of their satisfaction this week at the news that Sainsbury’s have lost the Judicial Review challenging the lawfulness of Perth & Kinross Council’s decision on December 17 to favour Duchlage Farm as their preferred site for a new supermarket development.Read

Comrie toilets to be repainted Oct 16 2009

THE public toilets on Bridge Street in Comrie will be temporarily closed for one week from Monday, October 19.Read

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