Latest Falkland & Newton of Falkland News
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Falkland School Crossing under review
From Fife Herald, Sunday, 30th November, 2008
Howe of Fife & Tay Coast Cllr Donald Lothian has welcomed Fife Council's decision to look at the operation of the pedestrian crossing at Falkland Primary School & Nursery, in light of continuing concern about safety at its current location. -
New winter train timetable - Ladybank
Wednesday, 26th November, 2008
New winter train timetable - Ladybank from 14 dec -
Road Traffic Accident on A91 - 25th November 2008
From Fife Constabulary, Wednesday, 26th November, 2008
The accident involving a blue Toyota Carina and a yellow and blue lorry happened at approx 7.30am this morning (25/11/08) between Auchtermuchty and Melville Lodges roundabout on the A91. -
Free entry to Historic Scotland attractions across Scotland on last weekend of November
From Histoic Scotland, Wednesday, 26th November, 2008
As Scots prepare to celebrate their national day, Minister for Europe, External Affairs and Culture Linda Fabiani has announced free entry to Historic Scotland visitor attractions across Scotland on the last weekend of November. -
Announcing an exciting new Community Venture: Letham Nights
From Michael Farrell, Monday, 24th November, 2008
‘Letham Nights' aims to bring high quality music to Letham and provide a stage for local talent. -
More success for Shukokai Karate Academy Scotland
From S MAXWELL, Monday, 24th November, 2008
Results of NE Fife reps in the (Kobe Osaka Scotland) Karate Championships. -
Where do you want your BIG milions to go?
From Big Lottery, Monday, 24th November, 2008
BIG has just launched BIG THINKING - an on-line consultation giving you, the public, an opportunity to help shape the future direction of the Big Lottery Fund. -
TATTIE SALES
From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 19th November, 2008
Rooster Tattie sale by rotarians in the Howe -
Howe Rotary ShelterBox Award
From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 19th November, 2008
At the Rotary District 1010 Council Meeting in Aberdeen on Sunday 16th. November 2008, the Howe of Fife Rotary Club President, Graeme Bain, was presented with a Bronze Award from the ShelterBox Trust. -
Introducing the Winter Warmers Lecture Programme
From Helen Lawrenson, Wednesday, 19th November, 2008
Falkland Centre for Stewardship launch their One Planet Food project and Winter Warmers lecture series -
Falkland & Newton Community Council minutes - 11 Nov 08
From Anthony Garrett, Sunday, 16th November, 2008
Read the minutes of the 11 Nov 08 Falkland & Newton of Falkland Community Council Meeting -
Want a community pharmacy in Falkland?
From Karen james, Sunday, 16th November, 2008
Sign the petition to support the opening of a new pharmacy in falkland -
Bell Baxter Diary 14 Nov 08
From http://www.bbhs-online.co.uk/, Thursday, 13th November, 2008
diary update link -
Children's Parliament - Model Exhibition hits Kirkcaldy
From Fife Direct, Thursday, 13th November, 2008
An innovative and thought-provoking exhibition by Fife Members of the Children's Parliament has been brought to Kirkcaldy. -
MSP Smith Condemns "Contempt for NE Fife Commuters"
From Iain Smith, Thursday, 13th November, 2008
North East Fife MSP Iain Smith has slammed the response of Transport Scotland and Scotrail to concerns about cuts in morning train services to Edinburgh as "either complacent or contempt for North East Fife Commuters." -
Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter Nov 08
From Collette Mather, Fife Police, Thursday, 13th November, 2008
For an update on monthly crime figures, and a profile on the Howe's newest community PC Ian Laing, download the November newsletter. -
Freuchie Flood Action Group report on launch of Scottish Flood Forum
From John A Thomson, Wednesday, 12th November, 2008
FFAG views on the launch of the Scottish Flood Forum yesterday -
Community mourns little TJ
From Fife Herald, Friday, 7th November, 2008
The Howe of Fife mourns the death of a three-year-old girl in a tragic road accident on Tuesday afternoon. -
Steven Morris Karate Course a Hit
From Stuart Maxwell, Thursday, 6th November, 2008
Sunday the 26th October saw Shukokai Karate students from all over Fife gather at the Chapel Community Centre, Kirkcaldy to attend a course by Steven Morris (6th Dan), Chief Instructor of Kobe Osaka Scotland. -
Local Chef reviews Muddy Boots Farm Shop
From Christopher Trotter, Wednesday, 5th November, 2008
Local chef Christopher Trotter gives us advice on Fife food (what's good and where to buy it) in his November 08 newsletter - the 2nd in a series of Fife food articles written by Christopher especially for this portal. -
Fireworks & Bonfire Displays near you
From Various, Tuesday, 4th November, 2008
Fife public firework displays -
Farewell Fruit & Scoop
From Bob Beveridge, Tuesday, 4th November, 2008
Falkland's well known greengrocer 'Fruit & Scoop' in the Horsemarket has sadly closed its doors this week, forcing villagers to source local fruit and veg elsewhere. -
Congrats to local artists who will exhibit at RGI of Fine Art
From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 4th November, 2008
Congratulations to the following NE Fife artists who have been selected to exhibit in one of Scotland's most prestigious contemporary exhibitions. -
Pop Awards 2008 - Community winners praised
From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 4th November, 2008
Fife Constabulary hosted its 7th Problem-oriented Partnership Awards on 31st Oct and recognized innovative schemes which have played a major role in making the Kingdom's communities safer. -
Grand Ceilidh thanks
From Ron Bissett, Monday, 3rd November, 2008
Ron Bissett, tireless local fundraiser and ceilidh organiser, would like to thank everyone who attended the Grand Ceilidh in Falkland Village Hall on Oct 18th. -
***SCF vacancy: Part-time Content Administrator***
From Jill Donnachie, Friday, 31st October, 2008
Smart Community Fife seeks person with great computer skills for new part time role -
Spotted a Sea Eagle in the Howe?
From Ladybank Forest Users' Group, Friday, 31st October, 2008
Ladybank Forest Users Group has reported a Sea Eagle sighting over Ladybank Golf course. -
Transition Falkland programme kicks off with ways to save £ & energy
From Marilyn Workman, Wednesday, 29th October, 2008
Last night's Energy Transition in Falkland event, organised by Falkland Transition Toun, was a really stimulating and interesting meeting. -
Hear Fife Dieters 'inspire' food experts on Radio 4
From BBC Radio 4, Tuesday, 28th October, 2008
Mike and Karen Small (founders of the Fife Diet) have 'inspired' an expert panel of economists and food policy experts that the Fife Diet formula is the future. Listen to the discussion on Radio 4's the Food Programme -
Falkland Community Council to report back on flooding: 11 Nov 08
Tuesday, 28th October, 2008
This month's community council meeting will consider reports back on Falkland's flooding. -
Murder in Muchty!!!
From Steven Robertson, Tuesday, 28th October, 2008
Calling all wanna-be Jessica Fletcher's and Sherlock Holmes' - your service is requested and required at the Victoria Hall, Auchtermuchty on Sunday 2nd November at 4pm. -
Have you had your winter flu jab?
From Fife Herald, Monday, 27th October, 2008
Contact your local GP for a flu jab if at-risk -
Free seminars for aspiring Howe entrepreneurs
From Business Gateway, Monday, 27th October, 2008
Aspiring Howe of Fife entrepreneurs are invited to a series of free and informal seminars organised by Business Gateway. -
NE Fife Law firm Pagan Osborne lays off staff
From Fife Herald, Monday, 27th October, 2008
One of north east Fife's oldest law firms has fallen victim to the credit crunch. Pagan Osborne is to lay off 13 staff across its six offices, two of which are in Cupar and one in St Andrews. -
A useful guide to living and working in Fife
From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 22nd October, 2008
Fife Council have produced a useful booklet for those coming from another country to live and work in Fife. It will also be useful for you if you are moving from within the UK. -
Slow Food Fife Update
From Vivien Collie, Tuesday, 21st October, 2008
Fife foodies will soon have the opportunity to join a new organisation Slow Food Fife - a growing network of Fifers who support the Slow Food movement. -
Quality clothing donations wanted
From Fife Herald, Monday, 20th October, 2008
Falklander Margo Brunton requests the support of locals in sourcing quality clothing for a Macmillan Cancer Support fundraising event. -
Local Food: Chef Christopher Trotter advises us what's good in October.
From Christopher Trotter, Wednesday, 15th October, 2008
Local chef Christopher Trotter gives us advice on seasonal produce in his October 08 newsletter - the first in a series of food articles by Christopher, commissioned especially for this portal. -
Sir Ming set to defend north east Fife seat
From Fife Herald, Friday, 10th October, 2008
North East Fife MP, Sir Menzies Campbell, is to defend his seat at the next general election. -
Falkland Flooding Questionnaire Deadline Extended
From FCC, Tuesday, 7th October, 2008
Falkland & Newton of Falkland Community Council are circulating a questionnaire to residents in the area known to have been affected by August's flooding. -
Reconnecting with Food with Satish Kumar
From Mike Small, Tuesday, 7th October, 2008
The Centre for Stewardship (organisers of the Big Tent Festival) announce their Annual Stewardship Lecture which this year is by Satish Kumar on the subject of ‘Reconnecting with Food'. -
New Howe of Fife Learning Centre
From Jacky Carstairs, Tuesday, 7th October, 2008
Elmwood College Community Learning team have been working in partnership with Auchtermuchty Primary School to create a new Howe of Fife Learning Centre based within the school grounds. -
Howe communities raise £1466 during the World's Biggest Coffee Morning
From Various, Monday, 6th October, 2008
Funds raised on 27 Sept for Macmillan Cancer Support -
Police seek info on local crimes - Star of Markinch & Newport
From Fife Constabulary, Wednesday, 1st October, 2008
Police Officers in North East Fife are currently investigating two crimes reported yesterday (Monday 29th September) and are seeking the assistance of the public to help shed light on the identity of the perpetrator(s). -
Council contact centre will be hit by strike 6 to 10 Oct 08
From Fife Direct News, Wednesday, 1st October, 2008
Fife Council is warning that, due to industrial action called by UNISON, eight important phone numbers will be unavailable for customers between Monday 6 and Friday 10 October. -
Falkland Society Book Launch
Sunday, 28th September, 2008
The Falkland Society is hosting the launch of the book, "My Scotland in the 50's; a love story and what led up to it". -
Best Kept Town and Village Awards 2008
From Ewen Jardine, Freuchie in Flower, Sunday, 28th September, 2008
Results of the Fife wide competition -
Services hit as council staff strike again
From Fife Today, Friday, 26th September, 2008
Members of the trades unions UNISON, Unite and GMB staged a 24-hour strike in support of their pay claim, following on from a similar protest on August 20. -
Falkland strikes gold again at Britain in Bloom awards
From Fife Today, Friday, 26th September, 2008
land has yet again swept the boards at the prestigious Britain in Bloom awards. As well as being awarded gold in the large village category, the Falkland in Bloom committee also scooped the Royal Horticultural Society's 'Local Roots' award. -
Falkland in Bloom Community Awards
From http://www.fifetoday.co.uk/fife-herald-news/Efforts-of-Falkland-residents-recognised.4531740.jp, Friday, 26th September, 2008
Results of the falkland in bloom community awards -
Council update on tomorrow's strike disruptions
From Fife Direct News, Tuesday, 23rd September, 2008
Council update on strike disruptions -
Shoebox Appeal needs your support
From Falkland Parish Church, Monday, 22nd September, 2008
Fill a shoebox with simple gfts and change the lives of many -
Bell Baxter Reunion Reminder
From Fife Herald, Monday, 22nd September, 2008
Reunion reminder -
Howe school closures on Wed 24 Sept
From Fife Direct News, Monday, 22nd September, 2008
Falkland primary and nursery, St Andrews RC High School & Bell Baxter to close so far -
Free computer & digital photography help from your local library
From Fife Direct News, Sunday, 21st September, 2008
Why not spend some time in your local library, polishing up your computer skills with the aid of our helpful staff? -
Report issued on north east Fife flooding
From Fife Today, Friday, 19th September, 2008
A senior Fife Council transport official this week questioned why the Freuchie Mill houses devastated by last month's floods had been built on such low lying ground. -
Cupar and St Andrews are blooming marvellous!
From Fife Today, Friday, 19th September, 2008
Fife has been officially named the most beautiful council area in Scotland following the success of Cupar, St Andrews and Glenrothes at this week's Beautiful Scotland awards. -
Council warns of disruptions due to strike action - 24 Sept 08
From Fife Direct News, Thursday, 18th September, 2008
Fife Council is warning of another day of disruption to services on Wednesday, 24 September, including some school closures, due to industrial action called by trades unions UNISON, Unite and GMB. -
Fife Council welcomes new ferry
From Fife Direct News, Thursday, 18th September, 2008
Fife Council has today (Thursday) wholeheartedly welcomed the announcement that Norfolkline will be taking over the Rosyth to Zebrugge ferry route -
Falkland tractors stolen: witnesses wanted
From Fife Herald 12 Sept 08, Monday, 15th September, 2008
Call police if you have info. -
5 tips to help beat the credit crunch
From Fife Direct News, Monday, 15th September, 2008
Tips from the Financial Services Authority -
Falkland's 'Small gardens' organisers give thanks
From Fife Herald 12 Sept 08, Monday, 15th September, 2008
£2074 was raised which will go to Maggies Centre and Children's Liver Research charities -
Falkland Community Council - Minutes 9 Sept 08
From Anthony Garrett, Sunday, 14th September, 2008
24 People attended this constructive community council meeting where recent flooding problems were discussed -
Opinion divided over A92 upgrade
From Fife Today, Friday, 12th September, 2008
A new debate has been ignited over moves to improve road safety on the A92. The merits of extending the dual carriageway section of the A92 through north east Fife - branded one of the most dangerous roads in Scotland - has divided opinion among MSPs. -
Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter Sept 08
From PC Nicola Shepherd, Tuesday, 9th September, 2008
Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter Sept 08 -
Smith Calls for A92 improvements rather than NE Fife dualling
From Iain Smith, Monday, 8th September, 2008
North East Fife MSP, Iain Smith has called on the Scottish Government to finish implementing the Route Accident Reduction Plan for the A92, which would improve the A92 through North East Fife much more than by extending the dual carriageway through it. -
Mobile Library East Area closed today due to staff absence
From Fife Direct News, Monday, 8th September, 2008
Mobile Library East Area closed today due to staff absence -
Volunteers needed to clean up Maspie Den
From Fife Today, Monday, 8th September, 2008
Volunteers are being asked to come forward to help restore Maspie Den, one of north east Fife's most scenic and well-used landscapes. -
Falkland Community Council Meeting 9 Sept - Flooding Problems
From Anthony Garrett, Sunday, 31st August, 2008
At Falkland Community Council's monthly meeting on Tuesday September 9th, at 7.15 in the Village Hall, the problems caused by the recent flooding will be raised with Fife Councillors present. -
Don't miss Yurtfest this weekend in Collessie
From Fife Today, Friday, 29th August, 2008
Known as the 'festival for musicians and music lovers', this year's Collessie Music Festival gets underway at Fife Animal Park tomorrow (Saturday). -
Secure future for Big Tent Festival
From Fife Today, Friday, 29th August, 2008
Although three-years worth of 'seedcorn' funding to get the event up and running has now ended, organisers have confirmed they can raise enough revenue through other funding sources to ensure the weekend-long event in the grounds of Falkland Palace remains a firm fixture on the Scottish festival scene. -
Doors opening across Fife - 21 Sep 08
From Fife Direct News, Thursday, 28th August, 2008
Details of Door open events in east Fife on 21 Sept -
Ferries across Forth a step closer
From Fife Today, Thursday, 28th August, 2008
Plans are going ahead to bring a fast ferry crossing to Fife by the end of next year. -
Education investment plans laid out
From Fife Direct News, Monday, 25th August, 2008
The Education and Children's Services Committee today approved the development of a 10 year plan which will set out a programme of work to replace and refurbish Fife schools. -
Bloom judges visit Falkland
From Fife Today, Friday, 22nd August, 2008
Britain in Bloom judges visit Falkland after the floods -
Flood-hit families left counting the cost
From Fife Today, Friday, 22nd August, 2008
Householders in north east Fife are still counting the cost of the devastating floods that brought misery to the area last week amid recriminations and calls for a review of prevention measures. Freuchie Mill was worst hit. -
One day strike in Fife
From Fife Today, Thursday, 21st August, 2008
Fife, including many parts of the Howe came to a stand-still yesterday as more than half of Fife Council's employees went on strike. -
Disruption to bin collections on Wednesday 20 August 2008
From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 19th August, 2008
Disruption to bin collections on Wednesday 20 August 2008 -
Council update on industrial action disruptions
From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 19th August, 2008
Council update on industrial action disruptions Wed 20 Aug -
Mobile speed cameras near you: w/c Aug 18
From Fife Herald, Monday, 18th August, 2008
Location of mobile speed cameras this week -
Falkland a finalist in the Scottish Calor Village of the Year Awards 2008
Monday, 18th August, 2008
Congratulations to Falkland, which has been names as a finalist in the Scottish Calor Village of the Year Awards 2008. -
The Blooming Howe! A floral update
From Various, Monday, 18th August, 2008
Thanks to the Howe's floral volunteers and an update on Scotland and Britain in Bloom competitions. -
Fife's core path network: your views wanted
From Fife Direct, Monday, 18th August, 2008
Fifers are being invited to gve their views on proposed core path routes over the next 12 weeks as part of the draft core path plan public consultation process. -
Falkland Church Update: For your diary
From Fife Herald, Friday, 15th August, 2008
Church calendar news -
Council warns of service disruptions when schools return next week
From Fife Direct, Friday, 15th August, 2008
While it is not yet known how many employees will take part in next week's industrial action, Fife Council is warning residents of likely disruption to normal services on Wednesday, 20 August, including the possibility of some school closures. -
Be prepared - fresh flooding fears as rain set to lash region
From The Courier, Friday, 15th August, 2008
The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) warned yesterday that the weather forecast for the next few days indicated more rain and possible outbreaks of thunder and lightning on the east coast, with the risk of further flooding. -
Freuchie Mill homes ruined as residents evacuated
From The Courier, Thursday, 14th August, 2008
An entire cul-de-sac in Freuchie has been devastated after heavy rain hit Fife again. More than a dozen homes in Freuchie Mill were flooded, with furniture and possessions ruined, and at least 20 cars have been destroyed. -
Church News: Freuchie 28 July 08
From David Gordon, Monday, 28th July, 2008
CHurch service info -
Big Tent a big hit
From The Courier, Monday, 28th July, 2008
The third Big Tent festival of stewardship, Scotland’s largest eco-gathering, came to an end last night at Falkland after two days of activity. -
Festival Footie winners & Lomond United Poland trip update
From Bob Beveridge, Monday, 28th July, 2008
Falkland festival 5-aside winners and Lomond United's trip to Poland. -
East Fife's new police chief promises ''accessible and visible'' force
From Fife Today, Saturday, 26th July, 2008
A visible, accessible force is the goal of the officer who has just taken charge of policing throughout north east Fife. -
Rotary Shelterbox not just a drop in the ocean!
From Fife Today, Saturday, 26th July, 2008
Howe of Fife Rotary Club, who recently purchased a ''ShelterBox'' to send to the relief effort in Burma, have received photographic evidence that one drop has joined an ocean of tents, successfully rehousing victims of the May 2 cyclone. -
Grassroots at Big Tent
From Big Tent, Friday, 25th July, 2008
Grassroots Zimbabwe will be bringing its Zimbabwean experiences to share with the audience and participants this weekend at the Big Tent Festival in Falkland. -
Scotland's population 'highest in 25 years'
From BBC News Scotland, Friday, 25th July, 2008
The population of Scotland has risen to its highest level since 1983, according to government statistics. -
Major new music festival coming to Elmwood College
From Fife Today, Monday, 21st July, 2008
MEMORIES of 'T in the Park' are set to be revived soon as Cupar gears up for its very own music festival. Some 5000 fans are expected to descend on the grounds of Elmwood College on September 6 for 'Elmwoodstock', an ambitious one-day event headlined by some of Scotland's most popular bands. -
Falkland in Bloom give plants away
From Fife Today, Friday, 18th July, 2008
Falkland's huge success in floral competitions could be emulated by communities across Scotland. Thanks to the Falkland in Bloom committee, 28 communities stretching from Crail to Coupar Angus took advantage of a 6000 plant giveaway. -
Anglers welcome River Eden improvements
From Fife Today, Friday, 18th July, 2008
Local anglers have welcomed a £9.3 million investment to refurbish four waste water treatment facilities near the River Eden. The projects are being undertaken by Scottish Water as part of its £62 million investment programme across Fife. -
Fife car share scheme hits milestone
From BBC News Scotland, Friday, 18th July, 2008
An online car-sharing scheme in Fife has reached a significant milestone by signing up its 1,000th member. -
Passionate about local food & drink? Be a part of Slow Food Fife ...
From Fife Diet, Thursday, 17th July, 2008
Come along to our introductory night to Slow Food in Fife on Tuesday 5th of August at 7pm at the Fisher and Donaldson's bakery and restaurant at 1 Ceres Road, Cupar, KT15 5JT. Reserve your place asap. -
Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter July 08
From Nicola Shepherd, Monday, 14th July, 2008
Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter available to download now -
Freuchie Church News: 13 July 08
From David Gordon, Monday, 14th July, 2008
Service over forthcoming weeks -
Free training for family carers
From Fife Direct News, Monday, 14th July, 2008
From September, if you care for a family member or friend you can take part in free moving and handling awareness workshops and equipment demonstration days. -
C Diff cases rise in Fife
From Fife Today, Monday, 14th July, 2008
The number of Fife cases of the hospital superbug C Diff rose to 134 during the first quarter of the year. The prevalence of the deadly infection had increased from 123 cases between October and December 2007 according to statistics recently released by Health Protection Scotland. -
Clean Fife beaches win top awards
From BBC News Scotland, Monday, 14th July, 2008
Fife Council has been officially awarded five European blue-flag awards for its clean beaches. The Leven East beach was handed the accolade for the first time, with flags also going to Aberdour, Burntisland, Elie Harbour and St Andrews west sands. -
CHAS donation in honour of Laura
From The Courier, Monday, 14th July, 2008
THE FAMILY of Falkland youngster Laura Moore -who lost her battle with cancer a fortnight ago- have handed over a donation in her honour to help other sick children. -
What do you think about Libraries & Museums in Fife?
From Fife Direct, Saturday, 12th July, 2008
Demand for Library and Museum services in Fife is changing fast. Fife Council wants to be prepared to meet changing demands for services and at the same time continue to offer a high standard of traditional services. Your views on your services will help the Council in this task. The Council would like to hear from people who do use ther services at the moment - AND from those who don't! · your experiences of library and museum services in Fife · your views on what a modern-day library or museum should look like and offer The information will inform a set of recommendations for future service delivery in Fife. -
North East Fife politicians back PO account fight
From Fife Herald, Saturday, 12th July, 2008
The Liberal Democrats have thrown their weight behind the campaign by the National Federation of Sub-Postmasters to save the Post Office card account. -
New citizen advocacy organisation seeks management team members
From Liane Cumming, Wednesday, 9th July, 2008
includeME seeks management committee members -
Fun summer activities for teens in north Fife
From http://www.youngscotwow.org/, Tuesday, 8th July, 2008
Check out the extensive summer programme of fun stuff for Teens organised by Fife Council community services -
Going to S1 in August? Meet new friends.
Tuesday, 8th July, 2008
Get to know bell baxter and joinin new opportunities -
Falkland fish pond gets a face-lift
From Bob Beveridge / Marilyn Workman, Monday, 7th July, 2008
Falkland's fish pond is cleared and restored to its former glory. -
Brave Laura loses battle with cancer
From Fife Herald, Sunday, 6th July, 2008
Moore's four-year battle with cancer ended on Monday evening when she died at home surrounded by loved ones, just weeks after she led a sponsored walk through Falkland and acted as a football mascot. -
Falkland Festival's Fair Finale
From Fife Herald, Sunday, 6th July, 2008
Visitors and residents in Falkland enjoyed all the fun of the fair on Saturday as the village's annual festival drew to a close. -
Fife rail disruption Friday 4 July - Monday 7 July
From Fife Direct News, Friday, 4th July, 2008
There will be no train services between Inverkeithing and Edinburgh on Saturday 5 July or Sunday 6 July 2008, due to the closure of rail lines between Edinburgh and Fife for essential Tram engineering work. -
Church News: Freuchie & Falkland 30 Jun 08
From David Gordon, Monday, 30th June, 2008
The service on Sunday 6th July, will be a joint service with Falkland church members and will be held in Freuchie church at 10-30 a.m. On Sunday, 3rd August, there will be a joint service in Falkland church. -
Cash to tackle Climate Change
From http://www.infoscotland.com/ourfuture/CCC_FirstPage.jsp, Monday, 30th June, 2008
Community groups in NE Fife are being urged to apply for new funding from the Climate Challenge Fund -
Police appeal for info on exposure incidents in Ladybank woods
From Fife Herald, Monday, 30th June, 2008
Police in Cupar are appealing for info after two lady dog walkers were subjected to acts of indecency in the woods near Ladybank. -
Fife Rail Disruption - 5&6 July 2008
From First Scotrail, Monday, 30th June, 2008
On 5&6 July trains from the north and Fife will terminate at Dalgety Bay Station with Rail Replacement Bus Services providing connections to Inverkeithing, North Queensferry, Dalmeny, Haymarket and Edinburgh. -
NE Fife MSP launches drinks petition
From BBC News Scotland, Monday, 30th June, 2008
A Fife MSP has started an online petition against plans to ban alcohol sales in shops to under 21s. -
Lomond United players to take on Polish pro team
From BBC News Scotland, Monday, 30th June, 2008
An amateur football team is heading to Poland for a friendly against one of the country's professional sides. -
Small Business Bonus Rate Relief Scheme
From Fife Direct News, Monday, 30th June, 2008
Info on the Small Business Bonus Scheme - a new rates relief scheme that was introduced by Scottish Government in April 2008. -
Public urged to give final views about proposed Post Office branch closures
From Fife Direct News, Thursday, 26th June, 2008
Fife Council Leader Peter Grant is urging Fifers to get their views heard before consultation ends on plans to close fifteen Post Offices across the Kingdom. -
Green-light to replace care homes
From BBC Scotland News, Thursday, 26th June, 2008
Green-light to replace care homes -
Fife communities urged to look blooming good
From Fife Today, Saturday, 21st June, 2008
Communities across north east Fife are being invited to take part in Beautiful Scotland's Neighbourhood Awards initiative to help them improve their local environment. -
Big Tent to lead debate on climate change
From Fife Today, Saturday, 21st June, 2008
PROVIDING real solutions to real world problems is one of the key aims of the Big Tent. Scotland's Festival of Stewardship takes place at Falkland Estate on July 26 and 27. -
Falkland Village Hall update
From Fife Herald, Wednesday, 18th June, 2008
At the AGM on May 14th 2008, new Falkland Village Hall management committee members were nominated. -
Howe Transition Toun: Feedback on Peak Oil & Climate Change
From Hamid van Koten, Monday, 16th June, 2008
Feedback from public meetings regarding community responses to Peak Oil and Climate Change. -
Record Capital Investment for Fife
From Fife Direct News, Friday, 13th June, 2008
Fife Council today agreed a Capital Investment Programme which will see £357 million pounds spent on delivering its top eight priorities over the next three years. And the council has agreed to fund a ten year plan which will see investment in Fife of around £600 million. -
Calling young photographers!
From Norette Ferns, Rural Gateway, Thursday, 12th June, 2008
If you're a keen photographer, why not enter the Rural Gateway website's photo competition? Following the success of their 2007 competition, this year's is bigger and better. -
Complimentary Health expert to visit Falkland in July - tickets available
From Sandra Yule, Monday, 9th June, 2008
Complimetary Health expert to visit Falkland in July - tickets available -
Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter
From Nicola Shepherd, Monday, 9th June, 2008
Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter available to download now -
Balmblae grassland now safe Water vole habitat
From Bob Beveridge, Fife Herald, Monday, 9th June, 2008
Balmblae grassland now safe Water vole habitat -
Demolition of historic Falkland house to go ahead
From Fife Today, Friday, 6th June, 2008
Demolition of historic Falkland house to go ahead -
Calling all Gardeners
From Helen Lawrenson, Tuesday, 3rd June, 2008
Seedlings wanted for Fife Diet garden -
Fife Council formally back Leven to Thornton rail link
From BBC News Scotland, Tuesday, 3rd June, 2008
Fife Council formally back Leven to Thornton rail link -
Five-a-side Falkland Festival
From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 3rd June, 2008
Football fun for the under 16s and over 16s -
More bands join Falkland Traditional Music Festival line-up
From Fife Herald, Sunday, 1st June, 2008
Four more bands have been added to the line up of the Falkland Traditional Music Festival. -
Italophiles delight now open in Falkland!
From Fife Herald, Sunday, 1st June, 2008
Italophiles delight now open in Falkland! -
WANTED: Property to let in Freuchie/ Falkland area
From Pauline MacDougall, Saturday, 31st May, 2008
WANTED: 2 bed property to let in Freuchie/ Falkland area -
Memorable week for brave Falkland girl
From Fife Herald, Friday, 30th May, 2008
A FALKLAND girl has enjoyed a memorable week that included encounters with stars, moving house and riding on a unicorn! Laura Moore (8), who has neuroblastoma and leukaemia, took part in a sponsored walk through Falkland Estate on Sunday to raise money for CHAS, the Children's Hospice Association Scotland. -
Newton of Falkland Post Office braced for closure
From BBC News Scotland, Wednesday, 28th May, 2008
The Post Office plans to close 42 more branches in north east Scotland, Tayside and Fife, it has announced. -
Anger as axe hangs over one-in-five post offices
From The Courier 28 May 08, Wednesday, 28th May, 2008
ONE-IN-FIVE post offices in Fife, Tayside and north-east Scotland face the axe under controversial plans to be unveiled by the UK Government today. -
Falkland Youth Theatre Group make Roald Dahl proud!
From Lisa Irving, Tuesday, 27th May, 2008
Any live performance of James and the Giant Peach needs certain ingredients to be a success - great sets, outlandish costumes and over-the-top performances - and the Falkland Youth Theatre Group didn't disappoint during their take on the fantasy adventure. -
Wildflower Meadow at Big Tent
From Helen Lawrenson, Tuesday, 27th May, 2008
Wildflower Meadow at Big Tent needs your help! -
Big Tent seeks old curtains and sofas!
From Fife Herald May 23 2008, Monday, 26th May, 2008
Big Tent seeks old curtains and sofas! -
Post offices braced for closure hit list
From Fife Today, Friday, 23rd May, 2008
Post offices braced for closure hit list -
Police catch 7 drivers speeding on A91 over the weekend
From BBC News Scotland, Tuesday, 20th May, 2008
Officers on the A91 road between St Andrews and Gateside caught seven drivers exceeding the speed limit. -
Falkland safety measure creating lorry danger
From Fife Herald, Saturday, 17th May, 2008
Falkland safety measure has created lorry 'danger' -
Fife's First Outdoor Access Festival gets welcome funding boost
From Ffe Direct, Saturday, 17th May, 2008
Today Fife's First Outdoor Access Festival was given a boost with the announcement of funding from the Fife Events Strategy Group and Scottish Natural Heritage. -
Fall recorded in Fife road crash stats
From BBC News Scotland, Thursday, 15th May, 2008
Deaths on Fife roads reduce in last 12 months -
Education in Fife is a First Class Act
From Fife Council, Wednesday, 14th May, 2008
FIFE Council's Educational Services have made outstanding progress in meeting objectives and have become the most improved service in Scotland. -
Womens Safety Course
From Fife Constabulary Media Relations, Wednesday, 14th May, 2008
Womens Safety Course -
MSP says railway would cost £20m
From BBC News Scotland, Tuesday, 13th May, 2008
A Fife MSP has said it would cost £20m to put trains back on the railway line between Leven and Thornton. -
Glenrothes Area Futures Group urge immediate A92 upgrade
From BBC News Scotland, Tuesday, 13th May, 2008
Group demans money be spent upgrading main Fife road -
Falkland Village Hall AGM - Urgent appeal for committee members
From Bob Beveridge, Monday, 12th May, 2008
Falkland Village Hall AGM - Urgent appeal for new committee members -
Leading performers to appear at FifeSing
From Fife Today, Friday, 9th May, 2008
FifeSINg gets great performers -
Prevent Letham & NE Fife phone boxes being axed
From Fife Today, Friday, 9th May, 2008
Prevent NE Fife phone boxes being axed -
Open Studios event a hit for NE Fife artists
From Fife Today, Friday, 9th May, 2008
North Fife artists open their studios -
Fife Diet continues to attract support
From BBC News Scotland, Tuesday, 6th May, 2008
200 people are on the Fife diet 6 months after launch -
Sharing a lift to work is made easier thanks to TripShare Fife
From Fife Herald 2 May 2008, Monday, 5th May, 2008
Sharing a lift to work is made easier thanks to TripShare Fife -
Eco campsite at Big Tent
From Fife Today 1 May 08, Saturday, 3rd May, 2008
Eco campsite at Big Tent -
'Peak Leaders' reach the Sudan
From Fife Today 1 May, Saturday, 3rd May, 2008
TWO north east Fife men who embarked on their 'Kilts to Cape Town' charity adventure over a month ago have now reached Africa. -
Falkland 'Big Book' takes step forward
From Fife Today 1 May, Saturday, 3rd May, 2008
Falkland 'Big Book' takes step forward -
NE Fife phone boxes to go in BT purge
From The Courier 29 April 08, Wednesday, 30th April, 2008
A NUMBER of towns and villages in north east Fife face losing their public telephone boxes as part of a cull by BT. -
Stagecoach Fife to Edinburgh routes go green
From BBC News Scotland, Wednesday, 30th April, 2008
Bus routes from Edin to Fife to become carbon neutral in next 5 years -
Falkland’s Big Book formally handed to Stewards
From Jill Donnachie, Tuesday, 29th April, 2008
Falkland’s Big Book formally handed to Stewards -
Falkland Centre for Stewardship seeks volunteers - can you help?
From Fife Herald Apr 25 2008, Tuesday, 29th April, 2008
Volunteers wanted -
Were you at Bell Baxter in 1958?
From Fife Herald Apr 25 2008, Tuesday, 29th April, 2008
Bell Baxter school reunion -
Remarkable Year for Fife Police
From Fife Direct News, Saturday, 26th April, 2008
Remarkable Year for Fife Police -
Fruit farms may face shortage of workers
From Fife Today, Saturday, 26th April, 2008
Fruit farms may face shortage of workers -
Howe of Fife sisters in Teen Queen rivalry
From Fife Today, Saturday, 26th April, 2008
Howe of Fife sisters in Teen Queen rivalry -
Where can you get Diesel/Petrol in the Howe of Fife?
From BBC News Scotland, Thursday, 24th April, 2008
The petrol picture in the Howe of Fife -
Are you or do you know someone who is visually impaired?
From Laura McIntosh, Thursday, 24th April, 2008
WRVS services and volunteering opportunities -
Panic at the fuel pumps!
From Glenrothes Gazette / Scotsman, Wednesday, 23rd April, 2008
Panic at the fuel pumps in Glenrothes -
Nine Drink Drivers Caught During Weekend Crackdown
From Fife Direct News, Tuesday, 22nd April, 2008
Nine Drink Drivers Caught During Weekend Crackdown -
Big Tent finalist in Excellence Awards
From Fife Direct News, Tuesday, 22nd April, 2008
Big Tent finalist in Excellence Awards -
Is yours the village of the year? The search is on!
From Rural Gateway, Monday, 21st April, 2008
Is yours the 'Village of the Year'? The search is on... -
Reminder: Falkland local history exhibition open and free
Monday, 21st April, 2008
Falkland local history exhibition open and free -
Howe of Fife postman dies suddenly
From Fife Today, Monday, 21st April, 2008
Howe of Fife postman dies suddenly -
Village Halls Summit report published
From Rural Community Gateway, Monday, 21st April, 2008
Village Halls Summit report published -
Warning about impact of post office closures
From Fife Today 17 Apr, Friday, 18th April, 2008
Post office closures in Fife -
New Forth bridge ‘ready by 2016’
From The Courier 17 Apr 08, Thursday, 17th April, 2008
New Forth bridge ‘ready by 2016’ -
Fife has say on National Planning Framework
From http://www.fifedirect.org.uk/news/index.cfm?fuseaction=news.display&objectid=565BAE34-051C-5D1A-9832FE8EA2340EC8, Wednesday, 16th April, 2008
Fife Councillors contribute to a clear picture for Scotland under the headings of a Growing Economy, a Greener Scotland and Stronger, Healthier and Safer Communities -
Fife's first Business Incubator opens in Kircaldy
Wednesday, 16th April, 2008
Fife's first Business Incubator opens in Kircaldy -
Reminder: Muchty local service centre no longer accepts payments
From various, Tuesday, 15th April, 2008
No payments and Muchty and other local service centres -
Wanted: male rabbit!
From Fife Herald Apr 11 2008, Monday, 14th April, 2008
Chicca needs rabbit friend -
Howe of Fife web-portal knocks the socks off guests at today's launch!
From Smart Community FIfe, Thursday, 10th April, 2008
New web portal launches officially today in Freuchie -
MSP lends support to Smart Community Fife web portal
From http://www.iainsmith.org/news/000091/msp_lends_support_to_community_initiative.html, Wednesday, 9th April, 2008
Iain Smith, North East Fife MSP gets guided tour of SCF web portal -
Save the Rural Post Offices
From Various, Wednesday, 9th April, 2008
Post Office closures -
Keep Trade Local - sign the petition and support local business
From Federation of Small Businesses, Monday, 7th April, 2008
A Campaign to Secure the future of small shops and local communities. A campaign to safeguard choice and competition -
Big Lottery: The People's Millions - apply now
From Fife Direct, Thursday, 27th March, 2008
Entry packs for 08 funding available now -
Increased Police presence on rural roads this weekend
From Fife Direct News, Thursday, 27th March, 2008
Fife Constabulary Rural Roads Initiative -
Falkland Salon aims to make final cut
From Fife Herald Mar 21 2008, Monday, 24th March, 2008
Scott Robb gets to regional finals of L'Oreal Colour Trophy -
Lomond Victoria AFC: Beat the Goalie Lottery results 23 Mar 08
From http://www.lomondvictoria.org.uk/page19.html, Monday, 24th March, 2008
Lottry results -
Controversial plans drawn up for Falkland'