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Praise for local support for air ambulance service
The generosity of people of Forfar and Kirriemuir in supporting a new air ambulance was outlined to members of Forfar Community Council.
Heavy rain weather warning
Police Scotland is urging drivers to take the utmost care on the roads as heavy rain, hailstones and thunderstorms are set to sweep across Tayside this afternoon and into the evening.
More than 12k wi-fi hotspots are in Angus
Angus is now home to more than 12,800 BT wi-fi hotspots, joining the list of 464,700 hotspots that exist in Scotland alone.
A fun day in memory of Laura video
Staff and pupils of Forfar Academy pulled out all the stops on Sunday to host a major fund-raising event at Murton Farm.
Further major investment secured for Orchardbank
Angus Council and the Muir Group have announced the latest investment at Orchardbank which is the main business park in Forfar.
Temporary home for Kirriemuir Library
Kirriemuir Library is moving to a temporary new home while the premises undergo a facelift.
Breakfast event for Angus businesses
Kinnettles Castle near Forfar is partnering with Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce to host a free business breakfast on Thursday, May 30.
Chance to win author visit
Local children have the chance to win an author visit for their school by taking part in the country’s biggest book swap. Just hold your swap shop at school by the end of summer to be in with a chance of winning.
Rewarded for act of bravery at prison
A Forfar man has been recognised for his bravery in defusing a dangerous incident involving an armed prisoner at Perth Prison.
North Street Chip Shop offer
This week’s special offer at North Street Chip Shop - buy one fish supper, get one free, is for one day only - Monday, May 20.
Kirrie Police crack down on boy racers in and around town
Police officers in Kirriemuir are continuing to actively address the issues caused by boy racers and their anti-social driving in the town.
Raising money for Mountains
The Plough Inn, Forfar, is holding a night of music and dance to raise cash for Mountains Animal Sanctuary, which looks after donkeys and horses that have been mistreated, abused or abandoned.
Advice to help you stay safe online
The growing legions of local ‘silver surfers’ are being warned to be vigilant about online scams.
Dickens’ classic to end season
Following their success at the recent SCDA festival, members of Forfar Dramatic Society turn their attention to their final production of the season when they present Charles Dicken’s classic, David Copperfield, in Club One next week.
Charity seeking local daredevils
ANGUS locals are being challenged to abseil 165 feet to raise for Action for Children Scotland.
First homes for 40 years
FIVE new homes developed by Angus Council in Inveraldie, the first for 40 years, were formally opened on Friday.
Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes
A SPECIAL free event is being held in Kirriemuir on the morning of Saturday, May 18, to raise awareness of Type 1 diabetes – a condition that can strike suddenly and without warning and, if left untreated, can have devastating consequences.
Charity challenge at Glen Clova
THIS autumn a brand new ‘Xtreme Duathlon’ event will take place at Glen Clova.
Kirriemuir Probus Club talk
THE GUEST speaker at Wednesday’s meeting of the Kirriemuir Probus Club was the Rev Mike Fucella, who is currently doing a year of familiarisation with West Angus Area Ministry before taking on a charge of his own.
Poet John Clarke
ONE OF Britain’s best loved and most important poets and performers is set to perform at the Gardyne Theatre on Sunday, May 19, at 7.30 p.m.
Airing dirty laundry
FOLLOWING two previous sell-out tours of the UK and the release of his debut stand-up DVD, Reginald D Hunter Live, the man himself will perform at the Caird Hall, Dundee on Tuesday, May 14, at 8 p.m.
Pupils’ art for Games athletes
SCHOOL PUPILS in the Forfar and Kirriemuir areas are being urged to showcase their artistic talents to the world by creating Games-inspired artwork for the Athletes’ Village at the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games.
Minister opens new premises
A FLAGSHIP centre designed to be used by the community for the community was officially opened in Forfar on Friday.
Little cheer from Queen’s speech
Angus MP Mike Weir has commented on Wednesday’s Queen’s Speech stating that, in his opinion, it holds “little cheer for Angus”.
New pack for private tenants
NIGEL Don, MSP for Angus North, has welcomed the announcement from the Minister for Housing and Welfare, Margaret Burgess, that landlords will have a legal duty to provide the Tenant Information Pack (TIP) to new tenants.
Progress on plans for sculpture
A LOCAL architect’s plans to brighten up the Kirriemuir junction by the A90 are gathering pace.
Fund-raising for Ghana adventure
At THE end of June this year, Eilidh Durston, a senior pupil from Webster’s High School, will head off on a new adventure to take part in a volunteering project in Ghana.
Rising Youngstars’ Annie finds her dog
Following auditions on Sunday for a dog with star quality for Rising Youngstars’ forthcoming production of ‘Annie, The Musical’, a West Highland Terrier from Dundee has been chosen to play the part.
Meetup for members
THE ANGUS Credit Union Ltd. will be holding a meet-up on Monday, May 13 at St. Margaret’s Church Hall in Forfar.
Appeal over smashed windows
Officers in Forfar are investigating vandalism to the old house building within the Scottish Water complex at Orchardbank Industrial Estate.
College students on song to raise funds
KIND-HEARTED students who attend Angus College’s Forfar centre have handed over £1,000 to the town’s Recreational Club for the Disabled, giving the club a much needed boost.
Caravan theft at Eassie
Police Scotland officers are investigating the theft of white Coachman 520/4 AMARA caravan from Eassie in Forfar.
MSP’s unease over penalties despite insurance
GRAEME DEY, MSP for Angus South, is concerned that his constituents are subsidising flood insurance on properties elsewhere in the UK.
Be on guard against fuel thefts
Police Scotland Tayside Division are urging farmers and those in rural communities to be vigilant over fuel theft.
Lasting memorial to Forfar botanists Don and Drummond video
THE CHAIRMAN of The Friends of Forfar Botanists could not contain her enthusiasm on Wednesday as the diggers moved in to clear the site for a fitting tribute to the work of five pioneering botanists who hail from the town.
Views sought on Turfbeg housing plans
THE DEVELOPERS behind plans to provide around 300 new homes on a site allocated for housing at Turfbeg are hoping for a good turnout from local people at two public consultation events in the Reid Hall this week.
Folk museum closed until further notice
THE ANGUS Folk Museum in Glamis has been closed until further notice as a precautionary measure.
All set for re-launch of Forfar and Kirrie titles
THE COUNTDOWN is on for the new-look Forfar Dispatch and Kirriemuir Herald, which will hit the newsagents next Wednesday.
Wind farm protests continue
A FORFAR-BASED windfarm protest group has reached a milestone as 100 people have pledged to support its cause.
Early winter fuel payments issue
ANGUS MP Mike Weir attended a Ministerial Round Table on the problems facing off gas grid energy consumers last week.
School all set for Laura’s Fun Day
STAFF and pupils at Forfar Academy are all set to pay tribute to former pupil Laura Forbes with the second Laura’s Fun Day at Murton Farm this Sunday.
“Let’s get Kirriemuir cleaned up!”
A DEDICATED community councillor is planning to stage a community clean up in the Maryton area of Kirriemuir.
Kids dig in to ‘Get Forfar Blooming’
GREEN-FINGERED pupils at Strathmore Primary School are doing their bit to bring some colour into Forfar.
Pipeline approved for Strathmore Springs
A WELL established Forfar employer has been given the go-ahead to build a pipeline to its main factory.
Angus Folk welcome Ali Burns as guest
ANGUS Folk are delighted to welcome Ali Burns as a guest tutor for a full-day singing workshop on Saturday, June 1, at St Margaret’s Hall, Forfar.
What are the advantages of using a letting agency?
So, YOU have a property you want to let out to generate a bit of cash for yourself.
Egg competition at barbers
Over the Easter holidays Hannam’s barbers, of East High Street, Forfar, held a competition for primary school boys who were having their hair cut.
A charitable gesture from local company
The BUYER who snaps up the final one bedroom apartment at McCarthy and Stone’s Strathmore Court in Forfar will trigger a one-off £500 charitable donation to Guide Dogs for the Blind – in a move that seals the developments’ relationship with this amazing local charity.
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Weather for Kirriemuir
Monday 20 May 2013
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 7 C to 21 C
Wind Speed: 13 mph
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