Evening Telegraph
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0000Silvie Taylor, 1920s model, war time mechanic and author, dies aged 96
In the 1920s, Silvie Taylor, who has died aged 96, modelled clothes for fashion magazines and went on to develop a love of the performing arts.
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 08:51:43 +0000Animal charity probe after dead dog is recovered from River Tay
A Scottish animal charity is appealing for information after the grim discovery of as dead dog found washed up in the River Tay.
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 08:35:10 +0000GEORGE CRAN: Return of Jordan McGhee could be a game-changer for Dundee and I hope it’s not the calm before the storm at Dundee United
Dundee are edging a point at a time closer to securing their play-off place – they don’t like making life easy for themselves, though, do they?
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 08:12:43 +0000Why have only two successful community asset transfers in Fife been successful?
An investigation is to be launched into Fife Council’s policy of selling surplus properties after it was revealed just two public organisations have been granted a buy-out since the scheme was introduced five years ago.
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:54:44 +0000‘I hit rock bottom’: Dundee dad credits running with saving his life after losing job
A young dad who had suicidal thoughts after losing his job earlier this year is crediting running with pulling him through the worst times.
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:40:40 +0000Hair from Dundee salon could be used to clean up oil spills in eco initiative
Tayside salon owner Charlie Taylor has been a hairdresser for 45 years – but has never known what to do with the mountains of cut hair.
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:30:48 +0000Dundee teenager campaigns to raise awareness of peer sexual abuse
A Dundee teenager is raising awareness of peer sexual abuse to help young people recognise the dangers of unhealthy relationships.
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:15:00 +0000‘We have to give it a shot’: Community trust takes lead in what could be final chance to save Forfar leisure centre
A town charity has stepped up to take the lead in a last-gasp bid to save Forfar’s Lochside leisure centre.
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:00:18 +0000Fife woman extorts £15,000 and a TV set after threatening to brand man a sex offender
A woman threatened to brand an innocent man as a sex offender to extort thousands of pounds and a TV set.
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:00:04 +0000Fancy a John Panton? The popular drinks named after famous people, including the legendary Perthshire golfer
Having a drink named after you is a great honour. Brian Stormont uncovers the story behind the John Panton - ginger beer, lime and Angostura Bitters.
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 06:53:44 +0000Morning papers: Latest Scottish and UK news at a glance on April 14
It's a new day, it's a new dawn in Scotland as some positive news on Covid dominates the front pages on Wednesday.
Wed, 14 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0000Woodland biodiversity crisis warning as rogue rhododendrons snuff out Perthshire bluebells
Rampaging rhododendrons are one of the major threats to Britain's native woodlands highlighted in a worrying new report.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 23:01:00 +0000SNP candidate Karen Adam wants ‘a voice at the table’
Karen Adam never sought to pursue a career in elected politics but a marriage breakdown and the Scottish independence referendum would prove to be a "turning point" in her life.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 23:01:00 +0000SNP candidate Fatima Joji on Ramadan and fasting during election campaign
Holyrood candidate Fatima Joji has shared her experiences of fasting during Ramadan while pounding the streets on the election campaign.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 21:30:00 +0000Dundee United have ‘dozens of players’ on their radar with boss Micky Mellon saying Lawrence Shankland proves the Championship can be a key market for the Terrors
Dundee United boss Micky Mellon says the club have eyes on "dozens of players" ahead of the summer transfer window.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 21:30:00 +0000Dundee boss James McPake focusing on positives despite frustration at Dunfermline
Dundee’s play-off push will go into the final three matches of the season after being held to a goal-less draw at Dunfermline.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 21:29:44 +0000Comment: Debate rounds on similar themes when there’s plenty more to talk about
There's a saying about déjà vu - somewhere, at some time, you've been repeatedly hit on the head like this before.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 21:06:43 +0000Leaders’ debate: Nicola Sturgeon admits government took ‘eye off the ball’ on drugs deaths
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has admitted her government "took its eye off the ball" on Scotland's drug death shame.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 18:54:43 +0000Dunfermline 0-0 Dundee: Dark Blues held to second successive draw in race for the play-offs
Dundee were held to a second successive draw after their clash with play-off rivals Dunfermline ended goal-less.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 18:30:00 +0000Florent Hoti: The cross-border kid aiming to hit the big time with Dundee United after making long-awaited debut
Without knowing his name, Florent Hoti's Mancunian twang gives the impression his journey to Dundee United is no more interesting than a trip up the M6.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 18:30:00 +0000Tuesday court round-up — Rockets and robbers
A Dundee man who set off fireworks from his living room window appeared at court on Tuesday.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 18:14:31 +0000£1m investment in Dundee firm that can mimic living human skin
A Dundee company that can mimic living skin to provide an alternative to animal testing has received investment of almost £1 million.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 18:00:00 +0000Perth trial of Army doctor accused of domestic bullying campaign comes to an end
A senior military doctor has walked free from court after he was found not guilty of a campaign of domestic bullying against his wife.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 17:30:44 +0000Teachers under ‘greater than ever’ pressure in final weeks of exam courses
Teachers will face the greatest pressure of their careers during the coming weeks, a local union representative has warned.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0000Covid-19 vaccine booking loophole raises fears some are skipping queue
A coronavirus vaccination loophole that allows anyone to book a jag with no questions asked has raised fears some are skipping the queue.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 16:30:00 +0000Brechin schoolboy Tyler takes next step in quest for motorbike racing stardom
Angus hotshot Tyler Humphries is moving rapidly up the gears in his pursuit of motorcycle racing success.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 16:30:00 +0000‘Dad didn’t want to listen’: Dundee fitness guru turns tragedy into health triumph
Dundee-based fitness guru Shelley Booth, 42, has turned the loss of her dad into a mission to transform the lives of thousands of people all over the world.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 16:29:44 +0000‘Devastated’ British Gas workers hand in vans after refusing to work ‘for free’
A Fife engineer who has worked for British Gas for 20 years faces unemployment after refusing to accept new terms and conditions.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 16:13:44 +0000Locals rage at rubbish dumped in Fife beauty spot
Locals have highlighted the scourge of flytipping at a Fife woodland, after mattresses and a fridge were dumped.
Tue, 13 Apr 2021 16:00:00 +0000Kinross singer Rachel White making waves with new single ‘Over It’
Kinross lass Rachel White has been back on dry land for less than a year, but she’s already rocking the boat.