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  1. Fletchers Goes for Venison Haggis Record

    From Scotland of Food & Drink, Wednesday, 1st September, 2010

    Fletchers of Auchtermuchty, Scotland's longest established deer farm and venison retailer will be creating the largest recorded Venison Haggis in Edinburgh this weekend.

  2. Reunited after 25 years: the Scots who shook the world of cricket

    From Daily Record, Wednesday, 1st September, 2010

    The Daily record has put together a great wee article celebrating the men behind Freuchie Cricket Club's historic win in the National Village Championships at Lords, almost twenty five years ago.

  3. Newburgh: a unique orchard town

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 31st August, 2010

    A survey of traditional orchards on Fife's Tay coast has recorded over 1500 trees on 75 different sites, and says Newburgh has such a significant concentration that it must be better recognised as a unique orchard town.

  4. Toxic plant shows up in Freuchie

    From The Courier, Monday, 30th August, 2010

    One of the world's deadliest plants has sprung up in the back garden of a home in Freuchie. The highly poisonous jimson weed - otherwise known as the Devil's Trumpet - can kill a human or animal if its toxic black egg-shaped seeds, contained within a thorny hard capsule, are ingested.

  5. Freuchie church news: 30 Aug 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 30th August, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol and scripture readings were given by Mr. Everett Hill.

  6. Art classes starting in Falkland

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 30th August, 2010

    Fancy brushing up your artistic skills?

  7. Fife Youth Jazz Orchestra open night

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 30th August, 2010

    Fife Youth Jazz Orchestra is holding an open night next month.

  8. Historic Falkland: new website

    From Historic Falkland Action Group, Monday, 30th August, 2010

    The Historic Falkland Action Group (HFAG) was set up as a result of the concern of local people about action taken by Lomond Homes.

  9. Letham Flower show photos now online

    From Letham.org.uk, Saturday, 28th August, 2010

    Photos from the 108th Letham Horticultural show last Saturday can now be viewed online.

  10. Handwashing row threatens running of outdoor nursery

    From Nursery World, Saturday, 28th August, 2010

    The Secret Garden nursery in Letham has come under fire after Care Commission inspectors deemed its handwashing practices to be against health and safety recommendations.

  11. Ladndfill site make Ladybank couple's life a misery

    From Fife Today, Friday, 27th August, 2010

    Pensioners Dougie and Madge Cormack have been locked in battle with the local authority since a line of trees shielding the landfill site at Lower Melville Wood, near Ladybank, was removed 3 years ago.

  12. Auchtermuchty to lose banking service

    From Fife Today, Friday, 27th August, 2010

    The unmanned Bank of Scotland branch on Burnside is to close on November 19 - a move that will also affect people in surrounding communities such as Strathmiglo, Gateside and Dunshalt.

  13. Another new fixture for the Scottish Disability Golf Partnership

    From Jim Gales, Friday, 27th August, 2010

    Newmacher Golf Club near Dyce in Aberdeenshire was the venue for the latest in a series of brand new golf courses to be played by Scottish Disability Golfers in their 2010 season.

  14. Fortnightly bin collections for rural areas mooted

    From The Courier, Friday, 27th August, 2010

    A Fife councillor has suggested that risks to bin lorry drivers could be reduced and some collection costs could be halved by introducing fortnightly collections in rural areas.

  15. Community Bakehouse update

    From NHTT, Thursday, 26th August, 2010

    The Community Bakery Sub Group have been busy looking into the possibility if setting up a community bakery within the NHTT area.

  16. Lomond Pharmacy is now on Twitter!

    From Karen Kelly, Thursday, 26th August, 2010

    Follow Lomond Pharmacy on Twitter to keep up to date with offers and health news.

  17. Clatto Hill turbines a danger to RAF Leuchars aircraft, says MoD

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 25th August, 2010

    Erection of wind turbines on a hill in north-east Fife is being resisted by the MoD, with the warning that they would pose a significant risk to air traffic control at RAF Leuchars.

  18. Top 5 family days out in Fife

    From Fife Diet, Wednesday, 25th August, 2010

    The Fife Diet have come up with 5 top-quality family days out in Fife - places and locations they think offer something special for parents and kids alike (not to mention fantastic food fae Fife!)

  19. Ladybank vintage vehicle rally a success

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 25th August, 2010

    The Fife Association of Vintage Vehicle Owners: 22nd Rally at Brucefield created a jolly scene last weekend.

  20. Plea to gardeners to keep their eyes peeled for hedgehogs

    From Courier & Fife Herald, Wednesday, 25th August, 2010

    Gardeners are being urged to watch out for hedgehogs before getting out their power tools.

  21. Discounted tickets for Fife Animal Park

    From Kingdom FM, Tuesday, 24th August, 2010

    Kingdom FM is giving away 40 discounted Fife Animal Park Tickets on Friday 27 August.

  22. Joyce Anderson dance classes resume in Freuchie and Ladybank

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 24th August, 2010

    Classes for children aged from two and a half to seniors, resume in Lumsden Memorial Hall, Freuchie, on Wednesdays at 3.30pm and Ladybank Masonic Hall on Saturdays at 9am.

  23. Crown Hotel, Kingskettle up for sale

    Monday, 23rd August, 2010

    Shirlie & Fernando Christie of The Crown Hotel & Restaurant in Kingskettle have put the business up for sale with a freehold asking price of £380k.

  24. Fantastic success for the girls from Shukokai Karate in Fife

    From Stuart Maxwell, Monday, 23rd August, 2010

    Well done Clare Penman and Linzi McCann

  25. Met Office advisory weather warning

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 23rd August, 2010

    The Advisory for Heavy Rain affecting western Scotland that was issued yesterday remains in place.

  26. Freuchie Church news: 23 Aug 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 23rd August, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Irene Veitch.

  27. Zumba classes starting in Letham

    From Pippa, Sunday, 22nd August, 2010

    Free Zumba taster session with Pippa starts in Letham Village Hall on Thursday 26 Aug from 7-8pm.

  28. IncludeME seeking p/t Advocacy Worker

    From Liane Cumming, Friday, 20th August, 2010

    Do you believe that people with a learning difficulty have the right to be fully included within their local community? Then includeME has an exciting and challenging opportunity for you to develop long-term Citizen Advocacy in the North-East Fife area.

  29. NHS Fife chiefs' annual review performance criticised

    From The Courier, Friday, 20th August, 2010

    NHS FIFE has been accused of coming up with "weak" answers to health secretary Nicola Sturgeon's questions during its annual review on Tuesday.

  30. 'Muchty Festival is a roaring success

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 20th August, 2010

    'Muchty was drenched in sunshine at the weekend as the town's annual festival drew to a close.

  31. Triumph for Ladybank squirrel protestors

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 20th August, 2010

    Campaigners fighting to save a colony of red squirrels living in woods near Ladybank have expressed their jubilation after a Scottish Government planning official backed their cause.

  32. Is Sir Ming set to stand down?

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 20th August, 2010

    Local MP Sir Menzies Campbell has denied rumours that he could soon be appointed the UK's High Commissioner to Australia - a move which would spark a by-election in north east Fife.

  33. Repeat prescription collection service now in Freuchie!

    From Karen Kelly, Thursday, 19th August, 2010

    Did you know that Lomond Pharmacy can now collect your repeat prescription slips from Freuchie?

  34. Scottish Disability golf take on challenge at Glenbervie

    From Jim Gales, Thursday, 19th August, 2010

    Golfers from the Scottish Disability Golf Partnership took on a challenge, laid down by members of the Glenbervie Golf Club to play a match play competition against their members.

  35. Local woodcraftsman completes shop refurbishment

    From Monique Sanders, Thursday, 19th August, 2010

    Local woodcraftsman, Alistair Forbes, has just completed an interesting commission as part of a shop refurbishment for Hunter Goldsmiths, in the Crossgate, Cupar.

  36. Howe Rotary news

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 18th August, 2010

    Howe Rotarian, Charles Dickinson, and his wife, Chris, recently played host to a 'Play & Plonk' Sunday afternoon at their Pitlair home.

  37. Angle Park Quarry appeal dismissed by Scottish Government

    Tuesday, 17th August, 2010

    The appeal lodged by Angle Park Sand and Gravel Company against Fife Council has finally been dismissed by the Scottish Government Reporter - much to the relief of red squirrel supporters and conservationists in Fife.

  38. The Chill Grill now open (& delivering lunch!)

    From Howe Country Centre, Tuesday, 17th August, 2010

    'The Chill Grill' is the brand new cafe just opend at the Howe Country Centre in Giffordtown.

  39. Forest school practitioner training opportunities

    From Chris Childe, Tuesday, 17th August, 2010

    The Forest Education Initiative (FEI) in the Howe of Fife has been awarded funds to set up a Forest School Practitioners training course.

  40. Chimwemwe update - Howe Rotary supported charity in Malawi

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 17th August, 2010

    At last week's meeting of the Howe of Fife Rotary Club, Dr. Amanda Fleet of St. Andrews' University gave fellow members a detailed update on Chimwemwe, the children's project with which she is actively involved.

  41. Road Traffic Accident: Easter Cash Farm

    From Deadline Press & Picture, Monday, 16th August, 2010

    Three people were trapped and two children hurt when two cars collided near Easter Cash Farm, between Falkland & Strathmiglo today.

  42. Be part of new Local Tourist Association for Cupar and the Howe

    From SCF, Monday, 16th August, 2010

    Have you joined the Fife Tourism Network yet? Smart Community Fife in conjunction with several other interested parties in the area, are proposing that a LTA be established to cover Cupar and the wider Howe of Fife area. register and tell us what you think.

  43. Freuchie Church news: 16 Aug 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 16th August, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Rosemary Stewart.

  44. Giffordtown book club review: ‘The Inheritance of Loss'

    From Monique Sanders, Monday, 16th August, 2010

    There was a muted enthusiasm for Kiran Desai's book, ‘The Inheritance of Loss', last month's read for the Giffordtown Book Club.

  45. Get on your bikes to cut pollution!

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 16th August, 2010

    People in Cupar are being encouraged to get on their bikes and help cut pollution levels in the town at the same time.

  46. Fears allayed over future of Falkland factory

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 16th August, 2010

    Fears have been allayed that one of north east Fife's largest employers may be about to leave Falkland.

  47. What does future hold for historic Fife tourist attractions?

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 13th August, 2010

    Three historic north east Fife tourist attractions are facing an uncertain future.

  48. Campaign for Falkland wall to be rebuilt

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 13th August, 2010

    The Scottish Government reporter who will decide the fate of a historic wall in Falkland is being urged to insist that it is rebuilt by the developer who demolished it amid angry scenes earlier this year.

  49. Come & try "Falkland Ghost Hunt" game: 11 to 22 August

    From Rosie Hayles, Friday, 13th August, 2010

    Falkland Palace is hosting the world's first augmented reality ghost hunt game - Falkland Ghost Hunt - from the 11th to the 22nd of August. And you're invited to come along and get involved!

  50. US golf inventor to show new invention at free golf event

    From Jim Gales, Thursday, 12th August, 2010

    John Ambrose of the United States will attend the inaugural Scottish Disability Golf Festival to demonstrate his new invention, The L2 Lateral Line Putter.

  51. News from the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife

    From Monique Sanders, Thursday, 12th August, 2010

    At last week's meeting of the Howe of Fife Rotary Club, Giff Bradley gave a moving account of how the Macmillan nurses had supported his daughter, Sharon, as well as the whole family, when she became ill with terminal cancer in 1991.

  52. Jobs, jobs, jobs...local opportunities here!

    From SCF, Tuesday, 10th August, 2010

    Are you looking for full or part-time employment to boost your income when the kids go back to school?

  53. *Please support Robbie's Fife Coastal run*

    Tuesday, 10th August, 2010

    Lomond United's fitness coach Robbie Blyth plans to raise funds for the club's new pitch by running the Fife Coastal Path from the West Sands in St Andrews all the way to sunny Burntisland (over 50 miles) on 21 & 22 August.

  54. Freuchie Church news: 10 Aug 10

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 10th August, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Pauline Normand.

  55. Free Fife art workshops

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 10th August, 2010

    As part of Fife Art 2010, Fife Council Libraries & Museums will be running free adult art workshops around Fife.

  56. NE Fife Police Community Newsletter, Aug 10

    From Kerry Powles, Monday, 9th August, 2010

    Fife Constabulary have issued their first North East Fife Community Link Newsletter since the start of the Forces Community Engagement Meetings earlier this year. Download using the link below and catch up on who's who and how the community meetigs are going.

  57. Budget cuts will hit all services in Fife

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 9th August, 2010

    The leader of Fife Council has warned that no public services will be exempt from cuts following the publication of an independent review by the Scottish Government.

  58. Falkland aims to put on a champion display

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 9th August, 2010

    Falkland's army of green-fingered volunteers are calling on villagers to support them in their bid for horticultural glory.

  59. Wild boar restored at Falkland orchard

    From National Trust for Scotland, Monday, 9th August, 2010

    Wild boar can now be found snuffling among the wildflowers in the orchard at the National Trust for Scotland's Falkland Palace in Fife.

  60. Ladybank caravan park plans approved

    From The Courier, Monday, 9th August, 2010

    Councillors have approved plans for the major restructuring of a long-established caravan park in woodland beside Ladybank.

  61. Vandals leave tree on A92 dual carriageway

    From The Courier, Friday, 6th August, 2010

    Vandals chopped down a tree and left it lying across one lane of a Fife dual carriageway, the police have said.

  62. Fife Council stockpiles salt to avoid winter chaos repeat

    From Fife Now, Friday, 6th August, 2010

    Fife is making plans to stockpile tonnes of salt to avoid the chaos of last winter's shortages.

  63. Birnie & Gaddon Loch News Aug 10

    From Tony Wilson, Friday, 6th August, 2010

    As summer ends the breeding season is winding down, the last broods of ducklings are scudding about on the lochs and the birds whose season is over are gathering together to moult. The mallard numbers are up because of this, with scruffy looking birds sitting all over the place halfway through changing their feathers.

  64. Bicycle made for seven passes through Fife

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 6th August, 2010

    Cyclists across Fife have been invited to join a unique and world-record-breaking bike challenge this weekend when the Cobi Conference Bike passes through Kingdom on its route from John O'Groats to Lands End.

  65. Dru Yoga returning to Kingskettle

    From Community noticeboard, Thursday, 5th August, 2010

    Dru Yoga is returning to Kingskettle Memorial Hall on Wednesday nights from 25 August.

  66. New owner of Ladybank butcher shop

    From Monique Sanders, Thursday, 5th August, 2010

    As of this week, Colin Nicoll has taken over what used to be R.H. Water's Butchers in Ladybank.

  67. Special offer for Deep Sea World

    From Kingdom FM, Thursday, 5th August, 2010

    Kingdom FM are offering family discounted tickets to Deep Sea World in North Queensferry.

  68. Concern at BT increase

    From Fife Herald, Wednesday, 4th August, 2010

    North East Fife MSP, Iain Smith, has raised concerns over BT's plans to increase the cost of line rental from October.

  69. Scottish Disability Golf receives support from Provost of Fife

    From Jim Gales, Wednesday, 4th August, 2010

    The Provost of Fife Francis Melville has once again lent her support to the Scottish Disability Golf Partnership in their endeavours to promote golf for the disabled across Scotland.

  70. Falkland's small gardens open to the public

    From Fife Herald, Wednesday, 4th August, 2010

    Falkland's small gardens will be open to the public on Saturday, 14 August and Sunday 15 August in conjunction with Scotland's Garden's Scheme.

  71. Freuchie Scout news: 3 Aug 10

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 3rd August, 2010

    A number of Freuchie Scouts camped in the grounds of Blair Castle over four days during the last week in July as part of the satellite camp to the main Blair Atholl International Jamborette comprising over 1000 Scouts from Scotland and overseas.

  72. Volunteers wanted to keep history of Fife alive

    From Fife Today, Tuesday, 3rd August, 2010

    Could you play a part in helping to keep history alive?

  73. Donations pour in to Adamson Hospital cafe fund

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 3rd August, 2010

    A massive drive to raise £50,000 to open a community cafe in Cupar's Adamson Hospital has been given another boost.

  74. New site praised

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 2nd August, 2010

    The new site of the Big Tent festival has been praised.

  75. Move to extend barrier welcomed

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 2nd August, 2010

    Proposals to extend a barrier on the A92 at Ladybank have been welcomed by a local councillor.

  76. Big Tent feedback please!

    From Various, Monday, 2nd August, 2010

    Over 10,000 revellers enjoyed this year's eco-festival in Falkland.

  77. Joint service: Falkland and Freuchie

    From David Gordon, Sunday, 1st August, 2010

    There will be a joint service with Freuchie in Falkland Parish Church on Sunday 1 August at 10.30am.

  78. Scottish Disability Golf Partnership - July report

    From Jim Gales, Saturday, 31st July, 2010

    The members and coaches of the Scottish Disability Golf Partnership have just wrapped up another month of golf training and competition at various Scottish venues.

  79. Minister praises work of North Howe Transition Toun

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 30th July, 2010

    The efforts by a north east Fife environmental group to tackle climate change have been given a ministerial seal of approval.

  80. Auchtermuchty Festival marks 30th anniversary

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 30th July, 2010

    The Auchtermuchty Festival will be celebrating its 30th anniversary when it gets under way next Friday 6 August.

  81. Spectacular scenes ahead at Anstruther Muster

    From The Courier, Thursday, 29th July, 2010

    More than 100 boats are set to converge on Anstruther harbour this weekend for the biggest gathering of yachts on the east coast.

  82. Fife Outdoor Access Festival programme

    From Fife Herald, Thursday, 29th July, 2010

    Fife Outdoor Access Festival has announced an extensive programme featuring over 100 outdoor events, designed to promote access and enjoyment of Fife’s great outdoors.

  83. Take on a physical challenge for charity

    From Fife Herald, Thursday, 29th July, 2010

    Lovers of the great outdoors are being encouraged to take on a physical challenge this autumn.

  84. Council to review its capital spending plans

    From Fife Herald, Thursday, 29th July, 2010

    Fife Council is to rethink its capital spending plans in light of expected cuts in central government funding.

  85. 'Beautiful Fife' judges in Freuchie

    From Fife Herald, Wednesday, 28th July, 2010

    'Beautiful Fife' judges will be in Freuchie today, Wednesday 28 July.

  86. £250,000 boost for Loch Leven trail

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 27th July, 2010

    Loch Leven Heritage Trail is in line for almost £250,000 of lottery funding. The Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has indicated initial support for the project which will complete access around the loch.

  87. Reach for the skies at Cairnie maze!

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 27th July, 2010

    At first glance it might seem like any old outdoor maze, but look closely at the image on the left and you should be able to make out the shape of a true British icon.

  88. Reporter to decide fate of wind turbine at Parbroath

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 27th July, 2010

    A Scottish Government reporter will now decide the fate of a proposed 48.5 metre-high turbine outside Cupar.

  89. Part-time cook wanted for new 'Chill Grill'

    From Gumtree, Monday, 26th July, 2010

    The Howe Country Centre in Giffordtown has a brand new cafe called 'The Chill Grill' and is looking for a cook to work 7am-11am, Monday to Friday and occasional Sundays.

  90. Festival of the 3 Falklands : RESULTS

    From Cricket Scotland, Monday, 26th July, 2010

    Falkland celebrated their 150th anniversary year with a Festival week, blessed in the main with good weather and showing the world the hospitable side of Falkland with their magnificent teas and beautiful ground, argued not without justification to be the finest in Scotland.

  91. Record numbers at Big Tent 2010

    From The Courier & various, Monday, 26th July, 2010

    The Big Tent Festival saw a record number of people passing through its gates, and the Falkland showcase saw Grammy Award winner Rosanne Cash topping its music line-up.

  92. Tracing family member in Freuchie - can you help?

    From Jim Buttar, Monday, 26th July, 2010

    My name is Jim Buttar from Vancouver, BC Canada and I'm trying to contact my cousin in Freuchie, Colin Lennie.

  93. Falkland cemetery thefts

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 26th July, 2010

    Fife Constabulary has urged people to report any instances of crime, following suggestions mementoes have been stolen from gravesides in Falkland.

  94. Free music tuition for young people

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 26th July, 2010

    Young people can get free professional music tuition this month at a series of workshops across north east Fife.

  95. Worried residents call for Falkland Burn flood prevention work

    From The Courier, Monday, 26th July, 2010

    More action has been demanded to prevent a Falkland burn bursting its banks, after the area was flooded for the third time in three years.

  96. Photos from Fife Athletic Club's Teddy Bear road race

    From Yak Hunter blogspot, Sunday, 25th July, 2010

    The John F Weir's tour of Fife kicked off today from Giffordtown Village Hall. View the photos here.

  97. Big Tent Festival opens under sunny skies

    From The Courier, Saturday, 24th July, 2010

    Music fans poured into Falkland Estate as beautiful weather greeted the start of the three-day Big Tent Festival on Friday.

  98. Howe Rotary Club news

    From Monique Sanders, Saturday, 24th July, 2010

    One of the newest members of the Howe of Fife Rotary Club, the effervescent Linda Ballingall, formally introduced herself to members at last week's meeting at the Village Inn, Pitlessie.

  99. Family fun weekend at Lochend Farm

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 24th July, 2010

    Lochend Farm in Scotlandwell is hosting a weekend of family fun on Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 July in aid of the Children's Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) and Marie Curie Cancer Care.

  100. Willow weaving at Falkland Palace

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 24th July, 2010

    Visitors to Falkland Palace and members of the local community joined forces to make a lasting contribution to the gardens by weaving a playhouse for visitors, families and schools to enjoy.

  101. North east Fife ready to go digital?

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 24th July, 2010

    Analogue TV viewers in north east Fife have less than two weeks to prepare for the digital switchover - or be left staring at blank screens.

  102. Cupar bank 'skimming' alert

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd July, 2010

    Several people in north east Fife have been stung by a card cloning scam.

  103. Fife now 'safest' in over a decade

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd July, 2010

    Fife is the safest it's been for over a decade, according to a report just released by Fife Police.

  104. Workforce skills training

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 23rd July, 2010

    Fife's employability partnership, ‘Opportunities Fife', has just secured £100,000 to work with local employers to up-skill Fife's workforce.

  105. Stage set for Big Tent Festival

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd July, 2010

    Five years on from the G8 summit which pledged to fight poverty and tackle climate change, this weekend's Big Tent festival in Falkland will provide yet another forum to discuss the biggest challenges facing the planet.

  106. Assurances given on sex offender monitoring

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd July, 2010

    Fife Police have moved to reassure people that registered sex offenders are closely monitored within their communities.

  107. Black Cat Jook Band gigs

    From Monique Sanders, Thursday, 22nd July, 2010

    It was ‘house full' last Friday for the latest outing of the Black Cat Juke Band at Newburgh's SteepleArts' Centre.

  108. Readings by writers

    From Fife Herald, Thursday, 22nd July, 2010

    Following the successful launch of 'Whodonewhat', their latest collection of stories and poems, and an appearance at the recent Dundee Literary Festival, Nethergate Writers presented a selection of readings to a large and appreciative audience at the Lomond Hills hotel in Freuchie.

  109. Happy 5th Birthday Big Tent - go well!

    From Fife Herald, Wednesday, 21st July, 2010

    Big Tent is almost here! Staged at a new venue in the fields surrounding the Stables on Falkland Estate, here's a quick run down on what's happening on Friday's opening night, and a reminder not to bring your car through the village!

  110. SEPA floodwatch issued for Fife rivers - Freuchie be prepared

    From FFAG, Wednesday, 21st July, 2010

    Frechie Flood Action Group are reminding residents to be be prepared in light of SEPA's flood watch statement for Fife & Clackmannenshire that was issued earlier today:

  111. Freuchie Church news: 21 Jul 10

    From David Gordon, Wednesday, 21st July, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, with scripture readings given by Mr. Mike Blair.

  112. Africa appeal

    From Fife Herald, Wednesday, 21st July, 2010

    Fifers are being urged to support Oxfam's appeal for West Africa.

  113. Blythswood Care charity collection

    From Fife Herald, Wednesday, 21st July, 2010

    Christian charity Blytheswood Care will be collecting unwanted goods throughout north East Fife and Kinross-shire over the coming weeks.

  114. NHS Fife accused of budget 'shambles'

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 21st July, 2010

    NHS Fife has been described as a "shambles" after overspending its operational division budget by £330,000 in just two months.

  115. Kettle flower show: Schedules now on sale

    From Community noticeboard, Wednesday, 21st July, 2010

    Kettle flower show schedules are now on sale at Kettle Store for £1.00.

  116. An Exhibition of works by Max McCance

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 20th July, 2010

    Furniture designer and maker, Max McCance, based at Kinloch near Giffordtown, is currently exhibiting his contemporary furniture at the Rothes Halls, Glenrothes, Monday - Saturday, 10am to 5pm.

  117. Fife Police car safety campaign

    From Fife Police, Tuesday, 20th July, 2010

    As part of the Summer seatbelt campaign "have you clicked", Fife Constabulary's Road Safety Unit have been carrying out in-car safety clinic's across Fife in July and August.

  118. FREE PGA supervised golf lessons and tuition

    From Jim Gales, Tuesday, 20th July, 2010

    The SDGP will host its third free golf training day of 2010 on Sunday 5 September at the Wellsgreen Golf Academy near Kirkcaldy.

  119. Edinburgh Fringe preview in Cupar

    From Fife Today, Tuesday, 20th July, 2010

    The organisers of the successful Wear the Fox Hat, Auchtermuchty Comedy Festival have organised a special 'Edinburgh Preview' which will take place in the Corn Exchange, Cupar on Saturday 31 July.

  120. Roseanne Cash walks the family line

    From Herald Scotland, Tuesday, 20th July, 2010

    In the late 1970s, Johnny Cash was on a flight returning home from Japan when he found himself sitting next to Major Michael Crichton-Stuart.

  121. Wild about wood and craft at Big Tent

    From All Media Scotland, Monday, 19th July, 2010

    Traditional wood and crafting skills will be on show at this year's Big Tent, Scotland's leading green festival indicating that Scotland's forest and wood culture is alive and well.

  122. Falkland fountain to be given facelift

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 19th July, 2010

    Falkland's showpiece fountain could soon be given a much-needed facelift thanks to an £11,000 grant.

  123. Howe Rotary visit to D P & L

    From Monique Sanders, Monday, 19th July, 2010

    Members of the Howe of Fife Rotary Club recently enjoyed a visit to the Dundee, Perth & London Shipping Company Ltd. (D P & L).

  124. 'Hit and run' incident on the A92 near Ladybank

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 16th July, 2010

    Fife Police are investigating a 'hit and run' incident on the A92 near Ladybank last night in which a workman was seriously injured.

  125. Work at Lomond United's pitch gets under way

    From The Courier, Friday, 16th July, 2010

    The re-laying of Lomond United AFC's pitch in Falkland has restarted after nine months of delay caused over complaints the project had been started without necessary consents.

  126. Bogus workmen warning in north east Fife

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 16th July, 2010

    Householders in north east Fife are being warned about bogus workmen.

  127. 'Promising' start to Speedwatch scheme in Cupar

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 16th July, 2010

    One of the Cupar councillors behind a pilot scheme aimed at catching speeding drivers has described it as 'very promising'. Councillor Roger Guy was one of more than 20 volunteers who underwent training for the Community Speedwatch initiative that was launched in the area last week.

  128. Open house at Hill of Tarvit

    From National Trust for Scotland, Friday, 16th July, 2010

    The National Trust for Scotland's Hill of Tarvit mansion house, just 15 minutes from St Andrews near Cupar, will be open for visitors this weekend, as the Open Golf Championship gets underway at St Andrews.

  129. FFAG: flood risk assessment for Freuchie affordable housing development

    From Freuchie Flood Action Group, Thursday, 15th July, 2010

    The Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) for the proposed Millburn Place affordable housing development in Freuchie is now visible on Fife Direct and available for comment.

  130. Nominate your Kingdom FM Local Hero today!

    From Darren Stenhouse, Thursday, 15th July, 2010

    On Friday the 27th of August, Kingdom FM hosts the third annual Local Hero Awards at the Rothes Halls in Glenrothes. Nominate your local hero now.

  131. Locals urged to examine Clatto Hill wind turbines deal 'with vigour'

    From The Courier, Thursday, 15th July, 2010

    People near Clatto Hill have been urged to carefully consider the cash being offered to them by a wind farm developer.

  132. Stay safer on facebook - download the 'ClickCEOP' app

    From Fife Police, Thursday, 15th July, 2010

    Fife Police are urging Facebook users across Fife to add a new application to make them safer online.

  133. Lomond United gift new strips to Nairobi orphanage

    From Alexander Simpson, Thursday, 15th July, 2010

    Lomond United donate strips to Nairobi orphanage

  134. Scottish Disability Golf Partnership at Queen's garden party

    From Jim Gales, Thursday, 15th July, 2010

    Six representatives from Scottish Disability Golf, set off for the Queen's Garden Party on Tuesday in glorious sunshine.

  135. Fife Business Awards 2010

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 15th July, 2010

    The search is on to find Fife's brightest business stars with the launch of the Fife Business Awards 2010.

  136. Fife's Black Watch heroes honoured

    From The Courier, Thursday, 15th July, 2010

    Two Fife men were among six Scottish soldiers whose extraordinarily brave acts were recognised by the Queen in an investiture ceremony at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

  137. Clatto Hill wind farm bid lodged

    From Scotland Courier, Thursday, 15th July, 2010

    Proposals for a wind farm on Clatto Hill, overlooking miles of Fife countryside, have taken another step forward with the submission of a planning application from East Fife Wind Energy.

  138. Bridge damage closes A911 near Markinch

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 14th July, 2010

    One of Fife's main roads was closed on the eve of the Open Championship in St Andrews after an articulated lorry crashed into a footbridge.

  139. Howe Rotary Club members afloat!

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 14th July, 2010

    It was all aboard the good ship, Maid of the Tay, for members of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife on a recent watery outing.

  140. Why watching TV at school can be a good thing

    From Constance Butcher, Wednesday, 14th July, 2010

    Scotland's first school-based TV network has been launched across Fife thanks to a pioneering initiative to promote healthy-living information to the region's secondary pupils.

  141. Scottish Deer Centre seeks volunteer

    From Findlay Withers, Wednesday, 14th July, 2010

    The Scottish Deer Centre is seeking a volunteer with an interest in gardening to help out at the deer centre, hours to suit.

  142. Howe Rotary Club welcomes new president

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 14th July, 2010

    For the Howe of Fife Rotary Club, 2009 - 2010 was another very successful year.

  143. Sell your own produce at Family Food Skills day

    From NHTT, Wednesday, 14th July, 2010

    The North Howe Transition Toun's Family Food Skills day is shaping up to be a really good & interesting day and further details will be out soon.

  144. Falkland mark big birthday in style

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 13th July, 2010

    Celebrations were in full swing recently as members of Falkland Cricket Club and their guests marked the club's 150th anniversary.

  145. Giffordtown Community Council minutes

    From John Arbuckle, Tuesday, 13th July, 2010

    Read the minutes of the 5 July 10 Giffordtown & District Community Council Meeting. Date of next meeting: Monday 6 September 10.

  146. Fife to launch alcohol diversion project

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 13th July, 2010

    In September, Fife Constabulary, working closely with partners in the NHS, FASS (Fife Alcohol Support Services and St Andrews University, will be taking the Alcohol Diversion Scheme forcewide to benefit communities across the region.

  147. A real buzz at Letham Village Hall

    Monday, 12th July, 2010

    Letham Hall was a hive of activity for the June Food Group meeting where Janice Furness gave a fascinating insight into the life of honey bees and bee keeping.

  148. Tidybear bin stolen from Letham School

    From Fife Police, Monday, 12th July, 2010

    Police in North East Fife are currently investigating the thoughtless theft of a school bin in the shape of a bear taken from Letham School.

  149. Future of web giant's Fife site uncertain

    From The Courier, Monday, 12th July, 2010

    Mystery surrounds the long-term future of Amazon.co.uk's Glenrothes site after Fife Council announced plans to move into the firm's current site over the coming years.

  150. New Chief Fire Officer for Fife

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 12th July, 2010

    A new Chief Fire Officer has been appointed for Fife. Mr McFarlane, former Deputy Chief Fire Officer, replaces Jimmy Campbell who has moved to take up the post of CFO with Lothian & Borders Fire and Rescue Service.

  151. New Fife online exchange

    From NHTT, Saturday, 10th July, 2010

    NHTT e-Xchange is a place where users can exchange ideas, thoughts and perhaps most importantly food, goods and even manure.

  152. T in the Park gets underway

    From The Courier, Friday, 9th July, 2010

    The music world’s attention was again turned to Kinross-shire as T in the Park threw open its gates to the first festival-goers.

  153. FifeSing news

    From Peter Shepheard, Friday, 9th July, 2010

    Time has passed very fast - and only now have I had time to send out a message of thanks to all for their contribution to yet another Fife Traditional Singing Festival.

  154. Forth Bridge seeks world heritage status

    From BBC News, Friday, 9th July, 2010

    The Forth Bridge and Shetland's Iron Age settlements are among six Scottish bids for World Heritage site status.

  155. Feast of attractions for Fife foodies

    Friday, 9th July, 2010

    Family food workshops are on the menu for people in Fife this summer.

  156. Stirring stuff as oat cuisine smashes record

    From The Courier, Thursday, 8th July, 2010

    The world's biggest ever bowl of porridge, capable of feeding 2000 people, has rightly earned its place in the book of Guinness World Records.

  157. Pupil pipers picked to play for the Pope

    From The Courier, Thursday, 8th July, 2010

    Pupil from Lochgelly High School in Fife are to play for the Pope during his visit to Scotland later this year.

  158. Giffordtown Book Club review: 'Ghostwritten'

    From Monique Sanders, Thursday, 8th July, 2010

    Last month's read was ‘Ghostwritten' by English author, David Mitchell, a pre-cursor to his ‘Cloud Atlas, a book recommended on the late lamented Richard and Judy Show.

  159. Fife coastal path closure

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 7th July, 2010

    Due to an over blown tree, the section of the Fife Coastal Path between Aberdour and Burntisland will be closed for the next 24hrs.

  160. Fire at The Stag Inn, Falkland

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 7th July, 2010

    A fire broke out at The Stag Inn in Falkland yesterday evening around 5pm.

  161. Rosanne Cash promises concert of a lifetime at Big Tent Festival

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 7th July, 2010

    She was driving through Cape Cod, en route to New York City but, despite her glamorous surroundings, Rosanne Cash had only one thing in mind — her forthcoming visit to Fife!

  162. Deadline for entries to Fife art show announced

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 7th July, 2010

    Entry forms are available now for all amateur artists living in Fife to submit work to this year's Fife Art Exhibition at Kirkcaldy Museum & Art Gallery.

  163. Summer dance workshops: Kennoway

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 6th July, 2010

    Kennoway Primary School Community Use is delighted to invite Joyce Anderson back for a day of Dance Workshops.

  164. Cricketing first set for Scotland as Falklands meet

    From Cricket World, Tuesday, 6th July, 2010

    A cricketing first takes place this July when Falkland Cricket Club (FCC) Fife will play their namesakes from Newbury Berkshire, and the Falkland Islands Cricket Association (FICA) who are travelling 8,000 miles from the South Atlantic to take part in the Festival of the Three Falklands Cricket Week.

  165. Drink and drug driving - summer safety campaign

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 5th July, 2010

    Fife Constabulary along with forces across Scotland has today (Monday 5th July) launched the Summer Safety Initiative to tackle those who drink or take drugs and drive placing lives at risk.

  166. Freuchie Library closed 14-21 July

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 5th July, 2010

    Freuchie Library will be closed from Wednesday 14 July to Wednesday 21 July inclusive.

  167. Freuchie Church news: 5 Jul 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 5th July, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Mr. Iain Mitchell, QC., a reader in Dunfermline Presbytery, and scripture readings were given by Mr. Jim Redden.

  168. Fife Police crackdown on serious crime gangs

    From The Courier, Monday, 5th July, 2010

    A concerted crackdown on organised crime in Fife has dismantled the empires of around a dozen gangs in the past year, it emerged yesterday.

  169. Traffic calming in Newton of Falkland

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 3rd July, 2010

    A plan has been produced by Fife Council Transportation for a 20mph speed limit in Newton of Falkland.

  170. Falkland and Freuchie joint service on Sunday

    From Freuchie Parish Church, Friday, 2nd July, 2010

    On Sunday there will be a Joint Service in Freuchie Parish Church at 10.30am. Please note there will be no service in Falkland this Sunday.

  171. T in Park safety vow from police

    From The Courier, Friday, 2nd July, 2010

    The officer in charge of policing at Scotland’s biggest music festival has given his assurances that people’s safety and security is top priority.

  172. Mixed emotions as Fife sees jobs come and go

    Friday, 2nd July, 2010

    Fife received mixed news yesterday on jobs in the region with a boost from the announcement that almost 100 jobs are to be created in Leslie with the resumption of papermaking in the town.

  173. Falkland Fair is streets ahead!

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 2nd July, 2010

    The traditional street market held in Falkland at the weekend as part of the burgh's annual festival has been hailed as one of the most successful ever.

  174. Ohio Five O!

    From Jim Gales, Thursday, 1st July, 2010

    Jim Gales of Springfield has just returned from Wadsworth Ohio after the 4-day Ryder Cup of blind golf. Jim who is a member of the Scottish Disability Golf Partnership, was invited to compete in the tournament as part of the Canadian Golf Team, against the USA,

  175. A Right Guid Read - July 10

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 1st July, 2010

    Fed up of World Cup Fever? At a loose end because none of your favourite TV programmes are on? Don't worry, July's A Right Guid Read has all the best ideas for books to relax with and none of them sport related!

  176. Celebrating Fife headlines at The Open

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 1st July, 2010

    Visitors to this year's Open Championship can experience a flavour of Fife's Year of Culture through a snapshot of Celebrating Fife 2010 performances.

  177. Birnie & Gaddon Loch News July 10

    From Tony Wilson, Thursday, 1st July, 2010

    The footpath round Gaddon will be opened at the end of June, just in time for a fine display of flowers in the meadow and the metamorphosis of many caterpillars into butterflies.

  178. FREE urban dance workshops in Cupar - book your place now!

    From IACD, Wednesday, 30th June, 2010

    In July, the IACD (International Association of Community Development) welcomes the TR14ers to Fife where they will host a series of free street dance workshops in Glenrothes & Cupar.

  179. Is this you at Bell Baxter in 1960?

    From BBFPA, Wednesday, 30th June, 2010

    A 50 year reunion is planned for everyone who started bell baxter in 1960 or joined later that year. The get-together will be at the school on on 28 August 2010, from 11.30am till around 4pm.

  180. East Neuk festival starts today

    From Elaine Campbell, Wednesday, 30th June, 2010

    A celebration of classical music gets underway today in the East Neuk of Fife.

  181. Library Online Catalogue temporarily unavailable

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 30th June, 2010

    Apologies to customers who are unable to access the library catalogue online.

  182. Summer camping safety tips

    From Fife Fire and Rescue Service, Wednesday, 30th June, 2010

    With T in the Park taking place this weekend Fife Fire & Rescue Service would like to remind you of fire safety precautions when enjoying the great outdoors camping.

  183. Is Budget 'bad news' for Fife?

    From Fife Now, Wednesday, 30th June, 2010

    The new Government's emergency budget will mean bad news for most people in Fife. A rise in the VAT rate to 20 per cent is causing concern among the Kingdom's retail and tourism sectors.

  184. Celebration of Fife Talent at Big Tent

    From Big Tent, Tuesday, 29th June, 2010

    Celebration of Fife talent tops Friday night at the Big Tent. This year's Big Tent festival opens its doors on the evening of Friday 23rd July, kicking off at 6pm with a brilliant evening programme of entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.

  185. Revealed: The ops in Fife which didn't go ahead

    From Fife Now, Tuesday, 29th June, 2010

    More than 7500 hospital operations planned to take place in Fife last year failed to go ahead.

  186. Ringing in changes at Open event

    Tuesday, 29th June, 2010

    Mobile phones will be banned from the Old Course in St Andrews at next month’s Open Championship, according to the R&A.

  187. House wanted in Falkland

    From Valerie More, Tuesday, 29th June, 2010

    Lady urgently looking for a smallish or otherwise cottage / house to purchase and live in. Please contact 01436 678 855.

  188. New Children's Singing Workshops - Aug 2010

    From http://auchtermuchty-festival.org.uk/community, Monday, 28th June, 2010

    New to the Auchtermuchty Festival Community Events programme: Children's Singing Workshops with Aileen Carr

  189. Falkland Festival 5 aside footie rescheduled

    Monday, 28th June, 2010

    The Lomond United organised 5-aside competition (which is part of the Falkland Festival and was due to take place on Monday 21 June) has been rescheduled.

  190. Literary Hero Iain Banks visits Rothes Halls

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 28th June, 2010

    Iain Banks, one of Fife's literary heroes, made an appearance at Rothes Halls recently as part of the Celebrating Fife campaign.

  191. Elmwood College Evening & Lesiure Classes: Sept 2010 to Jun 2011

    From Audrey Peebles, Monday, 28th June, 2010

    Every year Elmwood offers a range of evening classes and short courses to satisfy the needs of the local community in North East Fife and further afield. And 2010 is no different! Download the course guide now.

  192. Attention Foodies! Venison Tasting Dinner - book now

    From Viv Collie, Monday, 28th June, 2010

    Slow Food Fife and Slow Food Perth have teamed up with the award winning Fletchers of Auchtermuchty to put together a fantastic evening for foodies who would like to know more about venison.

  193. Ladybank golfer in Australian car crash

    From The Courier, Monday, 28th June, 2010

    An ex-professional golfer who recently emigrated to Australia from Ladybank, was involved in a horror car crash which killed two people in the early hours of yesterday.

  194. Freuchie Church news: 28 June 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 28th June, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, with scripture readings given by Mrs. Elaine Nicol.

  195. Residents have their say over waste plant

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 25th June, 2010

    People living in Auchtermuchty, Strathmiglo and Glenfarg were able to take part in a public consultation exercise this week on controversial proposals for a nearby waste plant.

  196. Music tuition 'must not be soft target'

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 25th June, 2010

    Plans to cut music tuition in Fife schools would cause ''long-term damage'' to pupils.

  197. Paid Work Opportunities: North Howe Transition Toun

    From Louise Barron, NHTT, Friday, 25th June, 2010

    North Howe Transition Toun are looking for enthusiastic local people who are available to work on a casual, part-time or ad hoc basis to do a variety of work.

  198. Adam Smith Theatre temporary closure

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 24th June, 2010

    The Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy, will close its doors between Thursday 1 July and Sunday 4 July, reopening on Monday 5 July.

  199. Council to invest in major new facility

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 24th June, 2010

    Fife Council has agreed to buy the former ADC building at Bankhead, Glenrothes as part of its plans to modernise and rationalise the buildings it owns across Fife.

  200. Tripstop: sustainable transport initiative seeks your feedback

    From http://nhtt.org.uk/2010/06/trip-stop/, Wednesday, 23rd June, 2010

    The North Howe Transition Toun Transport Group are in the throes of developing a unique sustainable transport idea, which they've called 'TripStop'.

  201. Health Board Elections

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 23rd June, 2010

    Young people from the Fife Youth Forum, including those elected to the Scottish Youth Parliament, have been presented with certificates from the Scottish Youth Parliament and the Quality Scot Foundation.

  202. Lost parrot appeal

    From Sandra Wallace, Wednesday, 23rd June, 2010

    Sinbad is our much loved orange winged amazon parrot.

  203. Summer Chef Opportunity - Falkland

    From http://jobseekers.direct.gov.uk/, Wednesday, 23rd June, 2010

    The Bruce Inn is looking for a temporary chef to work 20 hours per week from now until the end of September.

  204. SCF survey results & Big Tent ticket winner revealed...

    From SCF, Tuesday, 22nd June, 2010

    Huge thanks to everyone who completed a Smart Community Fife survey in the last few months. Almost 400 people completed questionnaires on-line and on the street and your feedback has provided some really useful statistics for us.

  205. Big Tent showcases best of international and Scottish talent

    From Big Tent, Tuesday, 22nd June, 2010

    Scotland's leading green festival has now announced a fully packed programme of events for this year's massive three day showcase.

  206. The Fife Larder: read it on-line today

    From The List, Tuesday, 22nd June, 2010

    The first region-specific edition of The Larder, The Fife Larder, is now on-line and available for you to access and enjoy.

  207. Karate success for Auchtermuchty Primary

    From Stuart Maxwell, Monday, 21st June, 2010

    Thanks to everyone who worked hard to make the event a success and who donated their time and money. £520 was raised on the day, a great effort, which brings the total funds raised by Kobe Osaka Scotland for Help for Heroes, to a staggering £3120 since June 2009.

  208. Freuchie Church news: 21 June 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 21st June, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Margaret Hill.

  209. Authors in Freuchie

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 21st June, 2010

    Following the success of a similar event last summer, Nethergate writers will be back there again reading from Whodunwhat, their latest collection of stories and poems.

  210. Falkland farm cart restored

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 21st June, 2010

    A Falkland man has been praised for his efforts in breathing life back into one of the village's well known wooden carts.

  211. Quarry appeal hearing to focus on red squirrels

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 18th June, 2010

    A special hearing is to take place in Cupar next Tuesday into the plight of red squirrels living close to Ladybank woods.

  212. Forces charity benefits from garden opening

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 18th June, 2010

    Tony and Joan Cran, who live in Freuchie, have opened their magnificent garden to the public for the last time this year.

  213. The North Howe Transition Toun Food Forum

    From NHTT, Friday, 18th June, 2010

    Have you got any excess produce you would like to share?Do you have any top tips for growing veggies? Are you looking for seasonal recipes? Would you like an answer to a foody question?

  214. Teachers protest at education cutbacks

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 18th June, 2010

    Teachers across north east Fife will be protesting against proposed cuts to the education service at a rally in Glenrothes tomorrow (Saturday).

  215. Newburgh wind farm moves forward

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 18th June, 2010

    A community wind project in the Newburgh area has taken a step forward. Fife Council this week granted permission for a 50-metre test mast to be built on Lindores Hill.

  216. Fife wins again

    From Jim Gales, Thursday, 17th June, 2010

    The Scottish Disability Golf Partnership (SDGP) 2010 Tour set off for the long journey to Machrihanish Golf Club last weekend for their inaugural Scottish Championship.

  217. Check out this neat North Howe Transition Toun video

    From Louise, NHTT, Thursday, 17th June, 2010

    If you've not yet had a look at what the North Howe Transition Toun are doing in Letham, Collessie, Monimail & Giffordtown, have a look at the you tube link below.

  218. Turf Aid - help 'green' Tyndall Bruce Park

    From Lomond United website, Wednesday, 16th June, 2010

    Lomond United are appealing to supporters and members of the community to help turf the new pitch at Tyndall Bruce Park.

  219. Transparent approach to targeting Fife cuts

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 16th June, 2010

    Fife Council has pledged to be as transparent as possible in addressing the nightmarish scenario facing its education budget.

  220. New 'Dance-fit' class for ladies: Newton of Falkland

    From Alexander Simpson, Tuesday, 15th June, 2010

    Lomond United AFC run a ladies fitness class called 'Strictly Combat' on a Monday evening from 7pm - 8pm in Falkland Village Hall.

  221. New organic food venture in Falkland

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 15th June, 2010

    Falkland Rural Enterprises on Falkland Estate is a welcome new venture offering free range organic eggs, organic beef and pork direct to the public.

  222. Take part in Sail2Walk

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 15th June, 2010

    Ever wanted to explore the Fife coastline? Or fancied giving sailing a go?

  223. Short Term Let Wanted: Falkland or surrounds

    From Misc, Monday, 14th June, 2010

    4 or 5 bedroom house wanted for short-term let in Falkland or nearby vilages for visiting dance troupe from Cornwall.

  224. Cleaner wanted: Howe Country Centre

    Monday, 14th June, 2010

    The Howe Country Centre in Giffordtown is looking for a reliable, honest, hardworking person able to do various cleaning jobs for 3-4 hours per day, between 5 and 6 days per week.

  225. MUGA - coming soon to Freuchie!

    From MUGA Management Group, Monday, 14th June, 2010

    Thanks to the support of Freuchie Community Council, Freuchie Primary School and the village will shortly be enjoying the benefits of a new multi-use games area (nicknamed MUGA) in the Freuchie school playground.

  226. Freuchie Church news: 14 June 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 14th June, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mr. Everett Hill.

  227. Arts & Business Sponsorship Scheme

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 14th June, 2010

    Business sponsorship of the arts will continue to be supported by the Scottish Government with £300,000 allocated to the New Arts Sponsorship Grants scheme in 2010-2011. This fund is managed by Arts & Business Scotland.

  228. BMA calls for end to elections

    From The Courier, Monday, 14th June, 2010

    The British Medical Association (BMA) has called for health board elections to be scrapped, the day after Fife held its first ballot.

  229. Near £1m loss for Tullis Russell

    From The Courier, Monday, 14th June, 2010

    Fife paper-maker Tullis Russell has recorded a loss of nearly £1 million.

  230. Freuchie Rainbows update 15 June 10

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 14th June, 2010

    It was sports night at Rainbows, and since it was such a lovely evening, we went to the Cricket pitch and the girls took part in the activities there. Thanks to Rory for helping to organise the games.

  231. Helpers needed for Kettle Youth Group

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 12th June, 2010

    Kettle Youth Group is on the lookout for people to help out in the church hall on Sunday evenings from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

  232. Volunteers sign up for Cupar speed campaign

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 11th June, 2010

    Volunteers wielding radar guns could soon be out and about in the Cupar area in a bid to catch speeding motorists.

  233. Elmwood College has risen to the challenge

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 11th June, 2010

    Elmwood College is delivering a record volume of learning to an extremely high degree of efficiency despite funding constraints, principal Jim Crooks told guests at the college's award ceremony last Friday.

  234. NHS Fife to axe 54 jobs

    From Fife Now, Friday, 11th June, 2010

    NHS Fife will axe 54 jobs over the next year. The majority - 29 of those jobs - will be in midwifery and nursing.

  235. Up to 3000 Fife Council jobs to be axed by 2014?

    From Fife Now, Friday, 11th June, 2010

    Fife Council plans to shed thousands of jobs over the next four years, and has already advised staff it will be looking for volunteers for redundancy, early retirement or cuts in working hours.

  236. Greener Kirkcaldy recruiting project coordinator & volunteers

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 10th June, 2010

    Greener Kirkcaldy are looking for an enthusiastic and suitably experienced Project Coordinator and has some opportunities for volunteers to help in our new environmental advice centre.

  237. Forth Bridge heritage status discussed

    From The Courier, Thursday, 10th June, 2010

    The Forth Bridge could today take the first step on the road to joining the Taj Mahal and Egypt’s pyramids on a list of the world’s heritage sites.

  238. Big Tent music line-up revealed!

    From Andy Bell, Thursday, 10th June, 2010

    The Big Tent Festival is Scotland's leading green festival and with the recent confirmation of some of the biggest acts on the global circuit, 2010 is going to be the music festival's biggest year ever.

  239. Summer Sports Camps - Active Fife

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 10th June, 2010

    Summer sports camps will be running in four areas of Fife in summer 2010, providing a variety of different activities run by local clubs and coaches for young people.

  240. National Festival of Youth Theatre 2010

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 9th June, 2010

    This summer Promote YT, the national umbrella organisation for Youth Theatre in Scotland, are proud to present our biggest, boldest National Festival of Youth Theatre EVER!

  241. Auchtermuchty Festival: Programme details available now!

    Tuesday, 8th June, 2010

    The 30th Auchtermuchty festival looks set to sizzle, with a packed programme of events for both the community festival and the music weekend.

  242. Freuchie Church news: 7 June 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 7th June, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. Cameron Mackenzie, and scripture readings were given by Mr. David Gordon.

  243. Thousands of council jobs in Fife to be axed

    From The Courier, Monday, 7th June, 2010

    Thousands of council jobs are set to go in Fife over the next four years as the local authority battles to cope with a projected £120 million reduction in its budget.

  244. Volunteers needed for NHTT stall at Big Tent Festival

    From North Howe Transition Toun, Saturday, 5th June, 2010

    NHTT will have a stall this year in the Climate Challenge Zone and are looking for volunteers to help set up and man our stall on 24th & 25th July.

  245. Fife Council to discuss job cuts

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 4th June, 2010

    Fife Council is set to discuss proposals which could see its workforce reduce significantly over the next four years.

  246. Region set for almost 200 NHS job losses

    From The Courier, Friday, 4th June, 2010

    Almost 200 nursing and midwifery jobs will be axed in Tayside and Fife as part of massive job losses across the health service in Scotland this year.

  247. Volunteers at the heart of the community

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 4th June, 2010

    During National Volunteers' Week (June 1-7), staff at Volunteer Centre Fife staff are celebrating by getting their wellies on!

  248. Cupar gala promises day of fun and games

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 4th June, 2010

    Cupar will enjoy a carnival atmosphere tomorrow (Saturday) when the children's gala takes over the town.

  249. Singing Kettle caught in shooting horror

    From Fife Today, Friday, 4th June, 2010

    Fife's favourite childrens' entertainers were caught up in this week's horrific shootings in the Lake District.

  250. Cleaner required: Freuchie

    From Community Noticeboard, Thursday, 3rd June, 2010

    Cleaner needed for two hours a week for two bedroom cottage in Freuchie. Good rates of pay. Call for details: 07834 445 576.

  251. Energy efficiency loan scheme coming to an end

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 3rd June, 2010

    The Energy Saving Trust interest free loans which are available to private home owner/occupiers come to an end on Wednesday 16th June 2010.

  252. Saving signs of industrial heritage

    From The Courier, Thursday, 3rd June, 2010

    A Cupar historian has saved part of the town’s industrial heritage so it can be enjoyed by future generations.

  253. Scottish Disability Golf Partnership trip to Alloa

    From Jim Gales, Thursday, 3rd June, 2010

    So, there we were, finally arriving at Alloa Schawpark Golf Club, after the usual set of Scottish roadwork's and futile arguments with the SatNav.

  254. Fletchers venison wins more food awards

    From Scotsman, Tuesday, 1st June, 2010

    Congrats to Fletchers of Auchtermuchty, winners of yet another top food award - the Best Small Meat Producer in the UK - at the prestigious Good Housekeeping Food Awards in London.

  255. Falkland historic walls – update on legal actions

    From Stuart Haszeldine, Tuesday, 1st June, 2010

    Intense activity during April, around the Pleasance walls and buildings has gone quiet in the past month.

  256. Pilot scheme to stop speeders

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 1st June, 2010

    An initiative which uses civilian volunteers to help catch speeding motorists might soon be used in Cupar in what would be a pilot scheme for Fife and one of only a handful tried in Scotland.

  257. Consultation on development of Fife over next 20 years

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 1st June, 2010

    If you want to have your say on how west and mid Fife is developed over the next twenty years then get involved in the consultation taking place from 31 May to 27 August 2010.

  258. Karate event for all the family: Kirkcaldy High School

    From Stuart Maxwell, Monday, 31st May, 2010

    On Sunday 6 June 2010, Kobe Osaka Scotland will hold its first ever inter-school inter-region karate competition at Kirkcaldy High School.

  259. Freuchie church news: 31 May 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 31st May, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Rev. A. Cameron Mackenzie.

  260. Freuchie Rainbows news: 31 May 10

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 31st May, 2010

    We were planting at rainbows. The girls brought in pots and got to plant and take home a couple of bedding plants each.

  261. Letham Nights Performance Workshop: Do it in a day!

    From Mike Farrell, Sunday, 30th May, 2010

    Letham Nights, with support from Celebrating Fife 2010, will be offering an all-day, free drama and music workshop for 12-21 year olds called 'Do it in a Day'.

  262. Scottish Disability Golf Partnership visit to Arran

    From Jim Gales, Sunday, 30th May, 2010

    Members and coaches of the Scottish Disability Golf Partnership (SDGP) travelled to the Isle of Arran last weekend to play two of the islands best golf courses.

  263. Threat to Secret Garden nursery

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 28th May, 2010

    Staff and parents at an award-winning outdoor nursery in north east Fife fear it could be under threat as a result of a 'bonkers' ruling by the Care Commission.

  264. Appeal over Tarvit Farm rejected

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 28th May, 2010

    The developers at the centre of the row over a historic wall in Falkland have been dealt another blow.

  265. Waste firm to seek public views on plant for Glenfarg

    From Press and Journal, Friday, 28th May, 2010

    A scheme that could see rubbish from Perthshire homes used to generate electricity will come under the scrutiny of residents before a planning application is lodged.

  266. Dust down your bike for Bike Week 2010

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 27th May, 2010

    Cycling is a great way to save money and lose weight at the same time. And there's never been a better time to start cycling, with fuel costs rising and the holidays just around the corner.

  267. New postal address for planning applications

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 27th May, 2010

    From Monday 31st May 2010, all planning applications submitted by post will now go to Forth House in Kirkcaldy.

  268. Fife's golfers lead the way

    From Jim Gales, Thursday, 27th May, 2010

    Fife's disabled golfers and their coaches have made a strong start to the 2010 golf season, by taking many of the leading spots in the GolfbloggerUK Scottish Order of Merit Tables.

  269. Calling foodies and food producers in N Fife!

    From Stella Colleluori , Wednesday, 26th May, 2010

    Stella Colleluori of Hatters Tea Room in Newburgh is organising a food tent for Newburgh's infamous single handed coble boat race - to be held on 14 August 2010. Stella would love to hear from local food producers or food retailers who are keen to share, sell and/or exhibit their tasty produce at this day-long event.

  270. Waste gasification plant proposals put forward

    From STV / various, Wednesday, 26th May, 2010

    Proposals from SITA UK for a waste gasification plant at Binn Farm (that produces energy by heating waste in a sealed chamber) have been submitted to Perth and Kinross Council.

  271. Rare sighting on Auchtermuchty Common

    From Michael O'Hara, Wednesday, 26th May, 2010

    On the 21st May 2010, local photographer Barry Forbes snapped an exciting new butterfly at the entrance to the Whitefield on Auchtermuchty Common.

  272. Falkland Festival: 5 aside footie tournament

    From Alexander Simpson, Tuesday, 25th May, 2010

    For the 3rd year running, Lomond United Amateur Football Club will be organising the Falkland Festival 5-aside competition.

  273. Save £ whilst visiting the Howe this summer!

    From Jill Donnachie, Tuesday, 25th May, 2010

    Visit Scotland and local tourism businesses have got together to deliver some fantastic offers on accommodation and attractions in the Howe of Fife this spring/summer.

  274. Freuchie Rainbows news: 25 May 10

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 25th May, 2010

    It was exercise night at Rainbows, and since the weather was so lovely, we took the girls to the Cricket pitch and did our exercises there.

  275. Letham Nights' Mike Farrell makes The Scottish Green List

    From Scotsman, Monday, 24th May, 2010

    The Scotsman has today revealed 15 of Scotland's 20 leading green champions of the past year - one of which is a Howe of Fife local - Letham Nights organiser Mike Farrell. Well done Mike!

  276. Freuchie Church news: 24 May 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 24th May, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, with scripture readings given by Mrs. Elizabeth Hutchison.

  277. Students Coastal Clean-up

    From Elmwood College, Monday, 24th May, 2010

    Environmentally friendly students from Elmwood College were busy recently when they embarked on a coastal clean-up in Leven.

  278. New opening hours for recycling centres

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 24th May, 2010

    All eleven recycling centres across Fife have new opening hours from 29th May 2010.

  279. Scottish Boiler Scrappage Scheme

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 23rd May, 2010

    Householders in Fife with working G rated boilers are encouraged to take advantage of the new Scottish Boiler Scrappage Scheme.

  280. Community bulk buying meeting: Monimail

    From NHTT, Saturday, 22nd May, 2010

    Community Bulk Buying Scheme Sub Group Meeting - Tuesday 25th May - 7.30pm - The Blue Room, Monimail Tower

  281. Ladybank woman to run 10 x 10k!

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st May, 2010

    A Ladybank woman has kicked off her bid to raise £2000 for charity with the first of 10 runs of 10km.

  282. Cause of Kettle Produce blaze remains a mystery

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st May, 2010

    More than a month since a massive fire ripped through the premises of one of north east Fife's largest employers, the cause of the blaze remains a mystery.

  283. Sir Menzies defends Lib Dem coalition deal

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st May, 2010

    North East Fife MP Sir Menzies Campbell has said he believes the new Conservative /Liberal Democrat coalition government at Westminster will provide the UK with the stability to deal with the country's economic crisis.

  284. Project brings policing closer to communities

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 21st May, 2010

    Fife Constabulary this week revealed that Operation LASER (Local Action Supporting Enforcement and Reassurance) deployments will continue in Fife owing to overwhelming public support.

  285. More music and activities announced for Big Tent

    From Big Tent, Thursday, 20th May, 2010

    Big Tent have announced more music acts, a book launch and other activities to add to the already packed line up at this year's festival.

  286. New Fife rail charges to commence

    From Fife Now, Thursday, 20th May, 2010

    Controversial changes to Fife's concessionary rail travel scheme come into force this weekend. From Sunday, Fifers using the scheme will only be able to travel for £1 within the Kingdom.

  287. Free Gaelic taster session in Falkland on Saturday

    From Gaelic Conversation Circle, Thursday, 20th May, 2010

    Interested in learning Gaelic and meeting new people? Come along to the Bruce hotel between 2-4pm on Saturday 20 May.

  288. The Open Championship 2010

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 20th May, 2010

    The R&A yesterday confirmed news that golfers have been waiting for, as Tiger Woods announced his return to St Andrews for the 2010 Open Championship.

  289. Bedding plants

    From Freuchie Store, Wednesday, 19th May, 2010

    Available from 18 May.

  290. Freuchie Primary take the plunge

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 18th May, 2010

    Staff and parents from Freuchie Primary School are preparing to take part in a daring abseil to raise funds towards revamping the school playground.

  291. Freuchie Scout Group AGM news

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 18th May, 2010

    Mr. David Gordon, Scout Group chairman, welcomed a disappointingly poor attendance of parents to the meeting last week.

  292. Do you need help with your voluntary sports club?

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 17th May, 2010

    The Active Fife Sports Development team helps people, teams and organisations in many ways.

  293. Free travel guide to Fife out now!

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 17th May, 2010

    Transportation Services has released a new edition of the popular 'Getting Around Fife' map.

  294. Fife Tourism Network goes live

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 17th May, 2010

    Fife’s 800 tourism businesses are being invited to join a new Tourism Business Network.

  295. Success for North Fife Open Studios

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 17th May, 2010

    Visitor numbers to the fifth annual Open Studios North Fife were up on last year.

  296. Now cast your vote in Fife health election

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 17th May, 2010

    Parliamentary candidates and former councillors are among the 60-strong list of candidates for the first ever health board elections staged in Scotland.

  297. Bell Baxter pupils embark on charity hike

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 14th May, 2010

    Hiking through some of Scotland's most demanding terrain is not every 14 year-old's ideal way to spend their birthday — but that's just what one caring Springfield teenager plans to do in a bid to raise funds to help ME sufferers like her mum.

  298. Sir Menzies says politicians must regain public trust

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 14th May, 2010

    While uncertainty about who would govern the UK dominated the start of this week, there was no doubt which political party was the winner in North East Fife.

  299. Freuchie Community Council: AGM & Apr 10 Meeting Minutes

    From Ewen Jardine, Friday, 14th May, 2010

    The approved minutes of the 14 Apr 10 Freuchie Community Council meeting (including the 2010 AGM)are now available for you to read.

  300. Big Tent Festival - bigger and better than ever

    From Big Tent, Thursday, 13th May, 2010

    Big Tent, Scotland's environmental festival takes place from 23rd - 25th July and is a must-visit weekend for the whole family.

  301. New Classes @ Eden Therapies

    From Caitlin Heavey, Thursday, 13th May, 2010

    Eden therapies has a fantastic weekly class programme in our newly expanded bright & airy studio.

  302. Traditional Fife Oatcake Recipes prove a successful mix

    From Sophie Fraser, Wednesday, 12th May, 2010

    Your Piece Baking Company's brand of delicious oatcakes and shortbread are hand made in Fife to traditional recipes using quality ingredients.

  303. Freuchie Church news: 12 May 10

    From David Gordon, Wednesday, 12th May, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Mr. Bill Imlay, Reader in St. Andrews Presbytery, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Jean Wilkie.

  304. Freuchie Rainbows update: 12 May 10

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 12th May, 2010

    This was our first session back after the Easter holidays, and we welcomed one new Rainbow to our group.

  305. Birnie & Gaddon Loch News May 10

    From Tony Wilson, Wednesday, 12th May, 2010

    The air is full of warbling song and the water busy with breeding waders.

  306. Muddy Boots employment opportunities

    From Vaious, Tuesday, 11th May, 2010

    Job opportunities

  307. 61 Candidates for Fife's First Health Board Election

    From FIfe Direct, Tuesday, 11th May, 2010

    61 people have come forward to stand as candidates for the health board election. It's important that as many people as possible to return their ballot paper by 4pm on June 10.

  308. US Scholar 'uplifts' Howe Rotarians!

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 11th May, 2010

    Members of the Howe of Fife Rotary Club welcomed, to their meeting last week, Rotary ambassadorial scholar, Andrew Smeltzer from Virginia, U.S.A.

  309. RSABI: New development officer for Fife & Central Scotland

    From Eilidh Grieve, Tuesday, 11th May, 2010

    The RSABI, Scotland's charity dedicated to helping people who have depended on the land, is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Development Officer for Central Scotland to raise awareness and fundraise for the charity.

  310. Muchty Photographer makes BIP Photography finals

    From Trevor Russell, Monday, 10th May, 2010

    Congratulations to Auchtermuchty photographer Trevor Russell of Kingdom Photographics who has reached the final stages of this year's British Institute of Professional Photography Scottish region image awards.

  311. A place apart - poetry in verse, sound and motion at Big Tent 2010

    From Anna Gormley, Monday, 10th May, 2010

    At this year's Big Tent Festival, poetry will play a unique and inspirational role. Set in A Place Apart, a quiet corner in the unfinished, atmospheric and beautiful memorial chapel, the poetry programme will include poems, stories and music that connect us to the natural world and focus on the uniqueness of places.

  312. St Andrews & East Fife Local Plan UPDATE

    From Development Services, Fife Coucil, Monday, 10th May, 2010

    "We are currently reviewing almost 1,650 comments received to the consultation on the St Andrews & East Fife Local Plan and SEA (including Appropriate Assessment).

  313. New on-line food forum - join today!

    From NHTT, Monday, 10th May, 2010

    North Howe Transition Toun have set up an exciting new food forum on their website. The forum is easy to use and is open to everyone. So jump on-line and share today.

  314. Freuchie driver behavior campaign going well

    From Fife Today, Sunday, 9th May, 2010

    In its first week of operation, a month-long campaign specifically targeting the anti-social behaviour of young drivers in Freuchie has yielded good results.

  315. Proposal for Howe parish centre is rejected

    From Fife Today, Saturday, 8th May, 2010

    Worshippers in the Howe of Fife have narrowly rejected a proposal to build a new £1 million parish centre in Ladybank.

  316. Fire-hit Kettle Produce factory gets back to work

    From The Courier, Saturday, 8th May, 2010

    Production has restarted at Kettle Produce's plant at Orkie, after the factory was ravaged by fire on 9 April 2010.

  317. Something to sell? Try Muchty's new mercat!

    From Various / ACC, Friday, 7th May, 2010

    Auchtermuchty is holding its very own Mercat on Sat 12 June from 10am to 12 noon, in order to raise funds for the Auchtermuchty Community Centre. Exhibit, sell and come along and buy.

  318. Lib Dems easily retain NE Fife

    From BBC, Friday, 7th May, 2010

    Sir Menzies Campbell of the Liberal Democrats has retained his NE Fife seat in Westminster, with over 44% of the vote in yesterday's election.

  319. Falkland summit seeks more land for allotments

    From The Scotsman, Thursday, 6th May, 2010

    Increasing the number of allotments in Scotland was the topic on the agenda of the first Growing Spaces summit held at Falkland House,Fife this week.

  320. New sports project in Fife - Sail2Walk

    From Jane Campbell Morrison, Thursday, 6th May, 2010

    Fife Council and the Royal Yachting Association Scotland are proud to be delivering a new project, ‘Sail2Walk’, one of the key events during Celebrating Fife 2010.

  321. Freuchie Community Council: Minutes Mar 10 & Agenda May 10

    From Ewen Jardine, Thursday, 6th May, 2010

    The approved minutes of the 10 Mar 10 Freuchie Community Council meeting are now available for you to read. Download the agenda for the next FCC meting on 12 May 10.

  322. Get Found on Google! FREE Workshop TOMORROW

    From Business Gateway, Wednesday, 5th May, 2010

    Get Found on Google! FREE Workshop on 6th May @ Kingdom House, Glenrothes, 9.30am - 12.30pm. Call 01592 858333 to book.

  323. New Karate classes in Muchty - starts 7 May

    From Stuart Maxwell, Wednesday, 5th May, 2010

    Following the success of the after school classes at Auchtermuchty Primary, Shukokai Karate Academy Scotland is delighted to launch new classes for children and adults in Auchtermuchty.

  324. Birnie Loch Photographic Competition

    From Tony Wilson, Tuesday, 4th May, 2010

    Fife Ranger Service is once again organising a photographic competition, sponsored by Fife Coast and Countryside Trust and the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife.

  325. The British at Work

    From Fife Chamber of Commerce, Tuesday, 4th May, 2010

    The BBC are making a new series with Kirsty Young about the British at work, and we are looking for people to take part.

  326. Lomond Utd take on Crusaders FC in Belfast

    From Various, Tuesday, 4th May, 2010

    Lomond United take on Dundee United on 4 & 5 September, to celebrate the opening of their new ground Tyndall Bruce Park. Plus the team have accepted an invite to play a summer friendly in Belfast against Carling premiership side Crusaders FC.

  327. Fire tears through Jamesfield Organic Farm

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 4th May, 2010

    There was drama last night after flames tore through buildings at Jamesfield Farm, near Abernethy.

  328. Howe Rotary Update: an action-packed evening!

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 4th May, 2010

    Last Tuesday's meeting of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife was action-packed, with a trio of events taking place during the evening, each one officiated over by President Dennis Beattie.

  329. Freuchie Church News: 04 May 2010

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 4th May, 2010

    Church update

  330. Falkland Palace Volunteer Open Day

    From Sonia Ferrás Mañá, Friday, 30th April, 2010

    Falkland Palace is holding a volunteer open day in the Upper Town Hall on Thursday 13th May from 10.00am to 12.00pm.

  331. Got your FifeSing 2010 tickets yet?

    From Peter Shepheard, Friday, 30th April, 2010

    We are nearly into May and once again all is ready for the Fife Traditional Singing Festival 2010. Wwe've got some great guest singers, workshops and talks lined up for your enjoyment, inlcuding the following...

  332. Tackling Anti-social driver behaviour - Freuchie

    From Fife Constabulary, Friday, 30th April, 2010

    Police are this week launching a month long campaign in the Freuchie area to tackle the antisocial behaviour exhibited by some young drivers who frequent the town.

  333. Your NE Fife 2010 election candidates are...

    From Various / SCF, Wednesday, 28th April, 2010

    Nominations closed on Tues 20 April resulting in this, the final line up of candidates contesting the parliamnetary seat of NE Fife on the 6 May electtion...

  334. Appeal for volunteers to pitch up for Big Tent

    From Anna Gormley, Tuesday, 27th April, 2010

    Big Tent, Scotland's environmental festival is appealing for volunteers to pitch up to help ensure the smooth running of the event which takes place from 23rd-25th July.

  335. Easy ways for you to help raise funds for Smart Community Fife!

    From SCF, Tuesday, 27th April, 2010

    As you know Smart Community Fife is a charity that depends entirely on grants, the small amount we make from advertising and individual donations to keep the Howe of Fife web portal going. Were even more dependent than ever on donations to keep the service going, so here are a few ways you can support us without even trying!

  336. Howe Rotary Club AGM

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 27th April, 2010

    Reports submitted by the various club committees at the annual general meeting of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife on Tuesday 20 April reflected another successful year.

  337. Interested in learning Gaelic? Do you teach Gaelic?

    From Ann Desseyn, Tuesday, 27th April, 2010

    Gaelic speakers and those living in Fife who are interested in learning the language, now have an opportunity to become more involved in Gaelic Language Development in their own community.

  338. Freuchie Litter Pick Success

    From Ewen Jardine, Monday, 26th April, 2010

    Freuchie joined over 80,000 volunteers throughout Scotland, who are helping to Keep Scotland Tidy this month and collected 40 bags of rubbish.

  339. Citizen advocates wanted!

    From Lianne Cumming, Monday, 26th April, 2010

    includeME is a new project that operates within the North-East Fife area as part of the worldwide movement of citizen advocacy.

  340. Freuchie Church News: 26 April

    From David R.M. Gordon, Monday, 26th April, 2010

    The service last Sunday celebrated the sacrament of Holy Communion, and was conducted by Rev. George Nicol.

  341. Howe Rotary Concert thanks

    From Monique Sanders, Monday, 26th April, 2010

    Last Friday's Concert in Strathmiglo Public Hall, organised by members of the Howe of Fife Rotary Club under the guidance of Joan Potts, raised over £700 for Chimwemwe, a project that helps care for dispossessed street children in Malawi.

  342. Letham Nights update - Apr 10 - Black Oil & more

    From Mike Farrell, Monday, 26th April, 2010

    Only a month to go until Letham Nights #12 and over 30 people have already booked their place.

  343. *SCF surveyors in your community today*

    From SCF, Sunday, 25th April, 2010

    Please look out for a team of friendly folks in your community over the next month, who are conducting a short survey on behalf of Smart Community Fife.

  344. Falkland wall war: historic walls set conservation law precedent

    From Anon, Friday, 23rd April, 2010

    As you may be aware onn Wed 22 April 2010 Fife Council took the initiative in the contest over historic walls in Falkland, and moved in to place a STOP notice on the developer Lomond Homes, before ejecting them from the site.

  345. North Fife artists to open studios to public

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd April, 2010

    Artists across north east Fife will be opening their studios to the public next month.

  346. Parking charges to be scrapped during Cupar road closure

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd April, 2010

    Fife Council is to scrap parking charges in Bonnygate car park in a bid to boost trade in Cupar town centre.

  347. Falkland fears over damage to homes by lorries

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd April, 2010

    Giant lorries rumbling through the historic streets of Falkland are causing structural damage to surrounding homes and pose a danger to pedestrians, according to worried villagers.

  348. Stranded Fife travellers finally returning home

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd April, 2010

    Joy is erupting in households across north east Fife as more travellers find their way home following the crisis caused by Icelandic volcano ash.

  349. Villagers in Fife celebrate historic wall victory

    From BBC Scotland regional news web, Friday, 23rd April, 2010

    Campaigners in a Fife village are celebrating after developers were ordered by the council to stop building work close to a historic wall.

  350. Moving with Africa at The Big Tent Festival

    From Fife Council, Thursday, 22nd April, 2010

    The Big Tent, known as Scotland's leading environmental festival, is stepping up its global performance programme with the announcement of this year's festival theme - ‘Moving with Africa'.

  351. All demolition works stopped on Falkland Wall

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 22nd April, 2010

    Fife Council served a Temporary Stop Notice with immediate effect on parties last night (Wednesday, 21 April), with regard to ongoing works on the historic wall at the Pleasance in Falkland.

  352. Noise Action Week 26th - 30th April 2010

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 22nd April, 2010

    Noise is simply unwanted sound. Noise can cause irritation, stress and affect our health. Noise can upset our mental state, impinge on our social well being or in some cases be so loud that it affects our physical health by damaging our hearing.

  353. Live music stopped at Fozzies

    Thursday, 22nd April, 2010

    Sadly live music has stopped at Fozzies for the time being...

  354. Fisher & Donaldson launch 'Bread Club'

    From Fisher and Donaldson, Wednesday, 21st April, 2010

    Award winning Fife family bakers Fisher & Donaldson introduce 'Bread Club'.

  355. Traders snipe at plodding pace of Cupar demolition

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 21st April, 2010

    Business owners in Cupar who have expressed strong concern over the effect of town centre demolition work on local trade now want to bring in their own structural engineer to assess the way Fife Council has organised the work.

  356. Fife once home to giant scorpion

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 21st April, 2010

    Evidence of a giant scorpion which once roamed Fife and was longer than a human has been discovered.

  357. Stranded teachers may face pay cuts

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 21st April, 2010

    Hundreds of stranded teachers in Tayside and Fife may face a significant loss of earnings on their return to Scotland, it emerged last night.

  358. Calls for volunteers to clean up Freuchie

    From Ewen Jardine, Tuesday, 20th April, 2010

    Freuchie Community Council is calling for the people of Freuchie to don yellow tabards and help Spring Clean their local area of litter on Saturday 24th April at 10am.

  359. Environmental talk at Howe of Fife Rotary Club

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 20th April, 2010

    Tony Wilson, a ranger in North East Fife, was the guest speaker at last week's meeting of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife Rotary.

  360. Schools prepared for ash-related absences

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 20th April, 2010

    Schools across Fife are bracing themselves for any impact that teachers and pupils stranded abroad may have following the Easter break.

  361. Freuchie Church news

    From David Gordon, Monday, 19th April, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Rev. Alan Watt, formerly of Edzell Lethnot parish church.

  362. Freuchie parents voice criticism over playground cuts

    From Fife Today, Monday, 19th April, 2010

    Parents of children at Freuchie Primary School have expressed concern about their youngsters' safety following a decision to axe all playground supervisor posts as part of a cost-cutting exercise.

  363. Don't delay - only days left to secure your general election vote

    From Fife Direct, Saturday, 17th April, 2010

    Voters in Fife only have a few days left to secure their vote at the UK general election and are being urged to make sure that they are registered so they can have their say on 6 May.

  364. Anger as Fife firm faces risk of being wound up

    From The Courier, Saturday, 17th April, 2010

    A Glenrothes electronics company has gone into administration with the immediate loss of 24 jobs, The Courier can reveal.

  365. Programme of spring walks around Falkland

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 16th April, 2010

    Keen walkers of all ages are being invited to put on their walking boots for a series of guided springtime walks around the picturesque and historical landscape around the village of Falkland.

  366. Developer urged to rebuild Falkland wall

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 16th April, 2010

    Pressure is mounting on developers Lomond Homes to restore a historic wall in Falkland they demolished the day after it was agreed that a consultation group would be set up before any work went ahead.

  367. 200 join tuneful protest against music tuition cuts

    From Fife Today, Friday, 16th April, 2010

    Plans to cut instrumental music lessons fell out of tune with young musicians who held a protest outside Fife Council headquarters in Glenrothes last Friday morning.

  368. Top mountain bike attractions come to Fife

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 15th April, 2010

    To celebrate the launch of the new mountain bike park, trails and a new mountain bike club at Lochore Meadows, the Country Park is hosting the very first Meedies Mountain Bike Jam this weekend.

  369. The Big Green Footprint Scheme

    From Fife Coast and Countryside Trust, Thursday, 15th April, 2010

    Are you passionate about Fife's Countryside? If so, here's how your organisation can make a difference.

  370. Living in chaos because of cowboy builders / tradesmen?

    From Vicky Lee, Wednesday, 14th April, 2010

    Mentorn Scotland are looking for people who have building problems / are living in building chaos as a result of a botch job by cowboy builders and/or tradesmen.

  371. Weather lessons to learn

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 14th April, 2010

    A review of how Fife handled the worst winter weather in 30 years has highlighted lessons to be learned if and when similar conditions strike again.

  372. Big Tent date for Rosanne

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 14th April, 2010

    The organisers of this year's Big Tent festival in July have secured a major coup with the announcement that Grammy-winning singer and songwriter Rosanne Cash is returning to her ancestral home to perform in the event.

  373. Freuchie Church news: 12 April 10

    From David Gordon, Monday, 12th April, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, with scripture readings given by Mrs. Pauline Normand.

  374. Invitation to Celebrating Crafts seminar: apply now

    From Centre for Stewardship, Monday, 12th April, 2010

    Celebrating Crafts at the Big Tent 2010 will bring the best of contemporary Scottish craft expression to a new audience at Scotland's biggest environment and arts festival.

  375. Freuchie Community Council: AGM & Agenda 14 Apr 10

    From Ewen Jardine, Monday, 12th April, 2010

    The next Freuchie Community Council meeting will be on 14 Apr 2010, at the Lumsden Memorial Hall in Freuchie. The AGM will begin at 7.30pm followed by the regular meeting at 7.40pm. All welcome.

  376. Falkland Wall - community update

    From Marilyn Workman, Monday, 12th April, 2010

    Hopes that an agreement had been reached with Lomond Homes about the demolition of a 300 year old wall on the Pleasance were shattered on Wednesday afternoon, when a squad of six operatives and a JCB moved in to demolish the wall.

  377. Childrens' Play Area opens at Blacketyside

    From Moira Barnard, Sunday, 11th April, 2010

    Easter weekend saw the popular new Childrens' Play Area open at Blacketyside Farm Shop, Leven.

  378. Rail strike 12-15 April: Scotrail

    From Fife Direct, Saturday, 10th April, 2010

    A rail strike has been called by ScotRail staff from 12-15 April 2010. It is possible that services through Fife will be affected, though ScotRail do have contingency plans in place.

  379. “Business as usual” after fire at factory

    From The Courier, Saturday, 10th April, 2010

    An investigation is under way into a fire that ripped through a Kettle Produce, a vegetable processing factory in the Howe of Fife yesterday.

  380. Firefighters battling Fife factory blaze

    From STV, Friday, 9th April, 2010

    Around 50 firefighters are battling a major blaze at Kettle Produce's plant in Freuchie.

  381. Free Wood Fuel event in Falkland tomorrow

    From Falkland Centre for Stewardship, Friday, 9th April, 2010

    The Falkland Centre for Stewardship are holding a free one-day public information wood event in the Stables Workshop tomorrow (Sat 10 April).

  382. Renowned Fife composer hits out at music cuts

    From Fife Today, Friday, 9th April, 2010

    One of Fife's most respected musicians has hit out at the proposed cuts to the region's music services.

  383. Fife Council to axe 173 playground supervisors

    From Fife Today, Friday, 9th April, 2010

    All playground supervisor posts in Fife will be axed in a sweeping cut to primary schools in the area.

  384. Kingskettle student's design wins place in exhibition

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 9th April, 2010

    An architecture graduate from Kingskettle has been selected to exhibit her work in a prestigious national exhibition which celebrates the finest emerging artists and architects in Scotland.

  385. "A Sentimental Journey" - Rotary Concert

    From Monique Sanders, Thursday, 8th April, 2010

    The Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife is organising a concert in Strathmiglo Hall on Friday 16 April at 7.30pm. entitled 'A Sentimental Journey', featuring singer, Linda Ballingall, and her guests John Grieve and Craig Smith.

  386. Helping hand for emerging hedgehogs

    From The Courier, Thursday, 8th April, 2010

    A warning has been issued to watch out for hedgehogs as they come out of hibernation.

  387. Report on Howe Rotary speaker

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 7th April, 2010

    Mike Saxton, a Brummie born and bred, spoke to club members last week about his long career in music.

  388. Pleasance historic walls retained against Lomond Homes development

    From Marilyn Workman, Wednesday, 7th April, 2010

    Monday April 5th was high noon (well 2pm) for the battle to preserve the historic Pleasance walls from demolition by land developers.

  389. Giffordtown litter pick on Saturday

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 7th April, 2010

    Don't forget to meet at the Giffordtown hall tomorrow morning at 10.00 am. to join the litter-picking brigade. Just an hour of your time is all that's required, then - job done! ‘High-viz' vest and ‘grabs' provided.

  390. Giving voice to music cuts protest

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 6th April, 2010

    Campaigners fighting cuts to music tuition in Fife are to voice their opposition in the best possible way later this week by staging a protest performance outside Fife House.

  391. Scotsman walk of the week: West Lomond, Fife

    From Scotland on Sunday, Tuesday, 6th April, 2010

    The Lomond hills of Fife offer a fantastic upland wilderness. Moorland tracks bounded by higgledy-piggledy walls crisscross the land, and standing above all else is West Lomond.

  392. Giffordtown book club review: Rose Tremain's ‘The Road Home'

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 6th April, 2010

    Once more, opinion was divided on the latest read for the Giffordtown Book Club, this month - Rose Tremain's ‘The Road Home'.

  393. Celebration of Fife talent at the Big Tent

    From All Media Scotland, Monday, 5th April, 2010

    This year's Big Tent festival opens its doors on the evening of Friday 23rd July, kicking off at 6pm with a brilliant evening programme of entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.

  394. Freuchie Church news

    From David Gordon, Monday, 5th April, 2010

    The joint Easter service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Elspeth McIntyre.

  395. Falkland on the big screen

    From Herald Scotland, Monday, 5th April, 2010

    A woman bedecked in a splurge of tartan, and holding a fierce firearm, has suddenly sprouted all over billboards and Metro poster sites in Paris.

  396. Women's Week celebrated in Cupar

    From http://www.fifetoday.co.uk/fife-herald-news/Women39s-Week-celebrated-in-Cupar.6198925.jp, Monday, 5th April, 2010

    Women from Fife and beyond gathered at Elmwood College in Cupar to mark International Women's Week.

  397. Falkland Library Closure on 6th April

    From Fife Direct, Saturday, 3rd April, 2010

    Falkland Library will be closed on Tuesday 6th April due to staff sickness. Apologies for any inconvenience.

  398. Local heroes on display at Fife Folk Museum

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 2nd April, 2010

    Fife folk are doing it for themselves! Volunteers at Fife Folk Museum are celebrating some of the most famous Fifers in history at a new exhibition currently running in Ceres.

  399. Winter returns to Fife with a vengeance

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 2nd April, 2010

    Just two days after the official start of British Summer Time, high winds, rough seas and snow brought chaos to north east Fife and Kinross-shire this week.

  400. Fury in Falkland over demolition of wall

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 2nd April, 2010

    Furious residents in Falkland are launching a last-gasp bid to save a historic wall from demolition.

  401. Full steam ahead for loco's return visit to north east Fife

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 2nd April, 2010

    The last steam locomotive to run on British Rail is to make a return visit to north east Fife later this month.

  402. New furniture re-use scheme launches in Fife

    From Catherine Dickey, Fife Council, Thursday, 1st April, 2010

    Fife Council, in collaboration with Zero Waste Scotland and the Community Recycling Network for Scotland (CRNS) have launched a Furniture Reuse Campaign.

  403. Spring into a Right Guid Read!

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 1st April, 2010

    Instead of spring cleaning; why not try some spring reading with this month's great selection of books.

  404. Take part in STV's Postcode Challenge

    From STV Postcode Challenge, Thursday, 1st April, 2010

    STV's quiz show, Postcode Challenge, is returning to TV screens with a new look and format, and needs contestants from Fife to compete for a cash prize.

  405. Easter Weekend - Bus Services

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 1st April, 2010

    The following bus services which will operate during Easter weekend:

  406. Fife's fierce weather and high tides

    From The Courier, Thursday, 1st April, 2010

    Many Fife residents awoke yesterday to scenes of destruction caused by Tuesday's fierce weather and high tides-and one well-loved local celebrity was missing at sea.

  407. New Job Club for the Howe

    From Dave Manderson, Wednesday, 31st March, 2010

    Are you looking for a job or thinking of doing a course? A new Muchty Job Club can support you back into work or learning.

  408. Broomfield housing development: have your say!

    From FFAG blog, Tuesday, 30th March, 2010

    Further to last week's special meeting hosted by Freuchie Community Council during which several concerns were raised about the proposed Broomfield housing development, Freuchie Flood Action Group are encouraging residents to comment on the application whether it be to express approval, disapproval or a neutral standpoint.

  409. Scott Robb Hairdressing take their talent to the next level

    From Scott Robb Hairdressing, Tuesday, 30th March, 2010

    Scott Robb Hairdressing in Falkland will be taking their fashion forward thinking and their technical skill out of the salon and exploding onto the runway in a bid to secure the hair industry's highest accolade on 14th April at the Scottish Regional L'oreal Colour Trophy Finals in Glasgow.

  410. Fife student helps Child Cancer Research in Uganda

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 30th March, 2010

    At last week's meeting of the Howe of Fife Rotary Club, Sylvia Kamya, a second year medical student at St. Andrews' University, spoke to members about her gap year voluntary work with the Uganda Child Cancer Research Foundation.

  411. Freuchie Church news: 30 Mar 10

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 30th March, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mr. David Gordon.

  412. 2010 Falkland Festival: Event Schedule

    From Ewan Stark, Monday, 29th March, 2010

    This year's Falkland Festival runs from 18 to 27 June 2010. This year we welcome world acclaimed folk singer Jim Malcolm (of 'Old Blind Dogs' fame) to the village as well as much-loved local musical talent (the Gary Sutherland & Rosely Ceilidh Bands respectively).

  413. Freuchie Community ABSEIL: 40 volunteers wanted!

    From Caroline McIvor, Monday, 29th March, 2010

    Fancy trying something new, helping out your community and having fun, all at the same time?

  414. Father Ted star in Fox Hat festival

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 29th March, 2010

    A star of cult comedy series, Father Ted, Michael Redmond, is coming to north east Fife to star in ‘Wear the Fox Hat'.

  415. Volunteer for Falkland in Bloom

    From John Smith, Monday, 29th March, 2010

    Falkland in Bloom is a dedicated voluntary group working with other organisations in our well loved community to make it even more attractive for residents and visitors.

  416. Ladybank pavement pledge welcomed

    Monday, 29th March, 2010

    Moves to improve pedestrian safety at a narrow section of pavement on Commercial Crescent, Ladybank, where the road narrows and goes under the railway line, have been welcomed.

  417. Easter Church Services in the Howe

    From Smart Community Fife, Friday, 26th March, 2010

    Easter Church Services in the Howe of Fife area:

  418. Open house again at Hill of Tarvit

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 26th March, 2010

    The future is beginning to look brighter for Hill of Tarvit Mansionhouse near Cupar.

  419. Decision a 'victory for local democracy'

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 26th March, 2010

    The Scottish Gov-ernment's decision not to go ahead with controversial plans to remove public notice advertising from local newspapers has been hailed as a victory for local democracy.

  420. First Minister unveils Loch Leven campus

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 26th March, 2010

    The new Loch Leven Community Campus in Kinross was officially opened by Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond on Tuesday.

  421. Heavy Rain Forecast - Freuchie & surrounds

    From Blog - Freuchie & Fife Severe Weather , Friday, 26th March, 2010

    Heavy rain forecast for Freuchie on Friday 26th March.

  422. Calling all young wanabee film-makers in Fife

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 25th March, 2010

    Big Shout's Big Films, a new project in Fife has recently received a grant from ‘Celebrating Fife 2010' to make 3 big films!

  423. Minister visits Vane Farm with pupils

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 24th March, 2010

    The minister for skills and lifelong learning, Keith Brown, yesterday visited the RSPB Vane Farm Nature Reserve with a group of pupils from Portmoak Primary School.

  424. Freuchie Rainbows news

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 23rd March, 2010

    We had our last night at Rainbows before breaking up for the Easter Holidays.

  425. Birnie & Gaddon Loch News Mar 10

    From Tony Wilson, Monday, 22nd March, 2010

    Sadly 6 swans have died so far this winter and we've had more mink sightings, so the traps will be replaced before the breeding season starts in April... Download the Mar 10 Newsletter for more

  426. Blacketyside Plant Centre Update - Spring 2010

    From Moira Barnard, Monday, 22nd March, 2010

    Get the latest from the Blacketyside Plant Centre in their spring newsletter.

  427. Freuchie Church news

    From David Gordon, Monday, 22nd March, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Elizabeth Hutchison.

  428. Pillars of Hercules news

    From Pillars of Hercules, Monday, 22nd March, 2010

    Read the latest news from Pillars of Hercules Organic Farm Shop and Cafe at http://www.pillars.co.uk/News.htm

  429. Marcus embarks on trek to Everest

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 19th March, 2010

    A Gateside man is stepping out in Nepal this month to give the British Heart Foundation (BHF) a cash boost. Marcus Keaveney, of Bower Park, has pledged to raise a minimum of £3350 for the charity by trekking to Everest base camp.

  430. Cupar faces 15 weeks of traffic chaos

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 19th March, 2010

    Cupar could be facing traffic chaos later this month when part of the town's main thoroughfare closes for 15 weeks.

  431. Trust urged to re-open Hill of Tarvit

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 19th March, 2010

    North East Fife MP Sir Menzies Campbell and MSP Iain Smith have urged the National Trust for Scotland to re-open Hill of Tarvit Mansionhouse near Cupar.

  432. Howe Rotary Club donation to Belarus

    From Monique Sanders, Friday, 19th March, 2010

    Howe of Fife Rotary Club President, Dennis Beattie, last week presented a cheque for £1000, on behalf of club members, to fellow member, Sandy Green, who is about to embark on a humanitarian expedition, transporting computers and other educational equipment to schools in the Republic of Belarus.

  433. The Hayloft Tearoom, Falkland: Special Offer

    From Ian McCann, Friday, 19th March, 2010

    Come and try out delicious homemade scones, pancakes and cakes at The Hayloft Tearoom in Falkland.

  434. Council House exchange

    Thursday, 18th March, 2010

    Council house exchange: large 3-bed maisonette in Muchty swap for 3 bed house with garden (Freuchie, Ladybank, Strath, Kingskettle). Please call Lindsay on 07746714944.

  435. Hair models required for Zak Yule Hairdressers

    From Smart Community Fife, Thursday, 18th March, 2010

    Zak Yule Hairdressers, Freuchie: Hair models required for training night. Please contact Jade in the salon 01337 858249

  436. RNLI launches free wills scheme in Fife

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 17th March, 2010

    People aged 55 and over in Fife can make or amend their will free of charge for the next few weeks, thanks to a scheme launched by the RNLI.

  437. Freuchie Rainbows update

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 16th March, 2010

    We had baking night at Rainbows, and were making 'Marshmallow Log'.

  438. Howe Polio Plus collection

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 16th March, 2010

    Members of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife recently helped Cupar Rotary Club in its bid to raise funds for the Polio Plus campaign, by manning tables in both the Ceramic Experience and Tesco Superstore.

  439. Fife Diet: be our 1000th member & win!

    From Mike Small, Tuesday, 16th March, 2010

    After almost three years we are now reaching 1000 individual registered members. This is fantastic news! To celebrate we're giving away a hamper of local food - to the lucky person who becomes our 1000th member.

  440. Public Meeting: Proposed Affordable Housing development at Freuchie

    From Ewen Jardine, Monday, 15th March, 2010

    Freuchie Community Council is to hold a public meeting on the proposed development of 10 affordable houses in the field between Millburn Place and Fortharfield.

  441. Dine out: 2 for £25 at The Bruce Inn

    From Peter Smurthwaite, Monday, 15th March, 2010

    The Bruce Inn, 'Falkland's friendly pub' is giving diners the opportunity to dine at the Inn's (former stable) restaurant for an incredible £25 per couple.

  442. Creative flower painting workshops with Kirsty Lorenz

    From Kitsry Lorenz, Monday, 15th March, 2010

    There are a couple of places left on Kirsty Lorenz's next flower-painting workshop, 20-21 March, in Ladybank. Book now to reserve a space and be inspired.

  443. Ever wanted to try fishing?

    From Henry Davidson, Monday, 15th March, 2010

    Fly Fishing is one of the more laid-back nature activities, where one can relax and enjoy the tranquility of the great outdoors. And Fife is a great location to give it a go.

  444. Fife's cutbacks in music funding: show your support

    From Various, Monday, 15th March, 2010

    There will be no cuts in Fife's music tuition budget during this school year.

  445. Freuchie Community Council: Minutes Feb 10

    From Ewen Jardine, Monday, 15th March, 2010

    The approved minutes of the 10 Feb 10 Freuchie Community Council meeting are now available for you to read.

  446. Freuchie Rainbows news

    From Kirsty White, Saturday, 13th March, 2010

    At rainbows we had our chat and song and then the girls made lovely Mothers Day cards, which they will be keeping as a surprise until Sunday.

  447. Giffordtown book club review: 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas'

    From Monique Sanders, Friday, 12th March, 2010

    To write anything about ‘The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas' by Irish writer, John Boyne, is to give away the plot.

  448. Council officials accept pay freeze

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 12th March, 2010

    Fife Council's top earners have confirmed they will forfeit this year's pay rise.

  449. More to be done to prevent north east Fife flooding

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 12th March, 2010

    Council bosses have pledged to 'up the ante' in their efforts to prevent flooding on the scale that has brought misery to householders over the past two years.

  450. Fife even greener with new bins

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 12th March, 2010

    Householders who already have three bins are to be given a fourth as part of Fife Council's plans to rid the Kingdom of waste.

  451. New Forest Education Initiative in Howe of Fife

    From Chris Childe, Thursday, 11th March, 2010

    A new Forest Education Initiative (FEI), run by the Forestry Commission has been set up in the Howe of Fife.

  452. Letham Glen Nature Trail and Kennoway Den leaflets

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 11th March, 2010

    Parks & Countryside have produced two new leaflets to highlight walks and history surrounding Letham Glen at Leven and Kennoway Den.

  453. Local outlets for Big Tent tickets: early bird discounted prices

    From Helen Lawrenson, Wednesday, 10th March, 2010

    Local Big Tent aficionados now have the chance to take advantage of early bird tickets offering a 10% discount by visiting a number of local outlets to get their hands on tickets straight away.

  454. Freuchie Community Council: Agenda 10 Mar 10

    From Ewen Jardine, Wednesday, 10th March, 2010

    The next Freuchie Community Council meeting will be on 10 Mar 2010, at the Lumsden Memorial Hall in Freuchie. Start time: 7.30pm

  455. The Bruce Inn Falkland - £6.95 2 course lunch

    From Peter Smurthwaite, Wednesday, 10th March, 2010

    The Bruce Inn in Falkland is offering a 2 course lunch Monday to Friday for only £6.95.

  456. Freuchie Church news

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 9th March, 2010

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Elaine Nicol.

  457. 16+? Register to vote in Fife Health Board elections by 10 March

    From Various, Monday, 8th March, 2010

    Board or stand for election to the Health Board themselves. To vote or stand as a candidate in the Health Board Election on 10 June 2010 you must register by 10 March 2010.

  458. Ambassadorial Scholar from South Africa

    From Monique Sanders, Monday, 8th March, 2010

    At last week's meeting, Howe of Fife Rotary Club members were delighted to welcome Ambassadorial Scholar, Lungile Zakwe, from the Rotary Club of Rosebank, South Africa.

  459. More success for Shukokai Karate in Fife

    From Stuart Maxwell, Monday, 8th March, 2010

    Sunday the 28th of February saw the Shukokai students from NE Fife, Glenrothes, Levenmouth and Kirkcaldy congregate at the Chapel Community Centre, Kirkcaldy for their grading examination and course. And after a gruelling 2 hour exam I'm delighted to report all the students passed. Congrats to you all!

  460. Sir Menzies hits at PM’s Afghan visit

    From The Courier, Monday, 8th March, 2010

    Former Liberal Democrat leader Sir Menzies Campbell yesterday added his voice to criticism of Gordon Brown's visit to British troops in Afghanistan at the weekend, just hours after giving evidence to the Iraq war inquiry.

  461. Young People Voting for a Healthier Fife

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 8th March, 2010

    Fife's Members of the Scottish Youth Parliament, along with members of the Fife Youth Forum have been hard at work over the weekend preparing to launch a campaign aimed at encouraging young people aged 16 - 25 to vote in the upcoming Health Board Elections.

  462. Useful guide to council services

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 8th March, 2010

    Fife Council's 2010 useful guide to council services is out now.

  463. Elmwood college cuts opening hours

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 8th March, 2010

    Elmwood College is cutting back its opening hours due to fewer people attending leisure classes.

  464. Cupar affordable housing plan rejected

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 8th March, 2010

    A potential housing development on the edge of Cupar has been snubbed by councillors amid concerns over views of the town's church spires.

  465. Falkland's Cricket Club 150th anniversary book

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 5th March, 2010

    Falkland Cricket Club is publishing a book to mark the club's 150th anniversary.

  466. Freuchie pensioner's 10k challenge

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 5th March, 2010

    A retired minister from Freuchie is set to put his best foot forward this weekend to raise money for Alzheimer Scotland.

  467. New Howe bus doesn't stop in Kettle

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 5th March, 2010

    A new bus service which aims to link the Howe of Fife with Kirkcaldy and Dundee has been criticised for not stopping in two villages at the heart of the area.

  468. Fire sprinklers for new council homes

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 4th March, 2010

    Life saving sprinkler systems are set to be installed in 57 new build Fife Council homes.

  469. Chance to soar with eagles

    From The Courier, Thursday, 4th March, 2010

    Visitors to a Fife falconry centre are to go where eagles dare thanks to a grant from Scottish Enterprise's tourism innovation fund.

  470. 'Your Piece' Baking Company seeks Warehouse Manager

    From Your Piece Baking Company, Wednesday, 3rd March, 2010

    Speciality food wholesaler, New Alliance Ltd has a vacancy for a part-time (with potential of full-time) Warehouse Manager based in Perth.

  471. Council Tax Reduction

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 3rd March, 2010

    From April 2010 you can get a one off reduction on your Council Tax bill by installing energy efficiency measures in your home under the Council Tax Energy Efficiency Discount Scheme.

  472. Children's Voices Awards

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 3rd March, 2010

    Do you know a group working with the under 12s which deserves recognition for their hard work in helping young children to have a say? If so, we would like to hear from you...

  473. Freuchie Church news

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 2nd March, 2010

    As part of Presbytery Exchange Sunday the service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. Arthur Christie, minister at the linked charges of Anstruther, Cellardyke and Kilrenny.

  474. Freuchie Rainbows update: 1 Mar 10

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 1st March, 2010

    We had an evening of pampering at Rainbows.

  475. Falkland Palace volunteering opportunities

    From Sonia Ferras-Mana, Monday, 1st March, 2010

    Falkland Palace is seeking a Garden Assistant and a Property Guide to work in the Palace on a voluntary basis.

  476. Extra-curricular schemes pay welcome dividends for pupils

    From The Courier, Monday, 1st March, 2010

    Tayside and Fife pupils have benefited from pilot schemes aimed at promoting non-academic achievement, a study has found.

  477. Discover a world of books with A Right Guid Read

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 1st March, 2010

    March is the month in which we celebrate World Book Day, and March's Right Guid Read promises a world of recommendations, new titles and great ideas.

  478. Win free Council Tax for a year

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 1st March, 2010

    Three lucky residents have already scooped this fantastic prize by winning the competition, now in its fourth year.

  479. Cupar station disabled access scheme finally on track

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 26th February, 2010

    A £1 million project to enhance access to Cupar railway station finally seem to be track.

  480. Countdown to digital TV switchover in Fife

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 26th February, 2010

    TV viewers across north east Fife are being prepared for the big digital switchover.

  481. Big Tent now 3 days + more music!

    From Various, Friday, 26th February, 2010

    Fans of Falkland's Big Tent festival can look forward to an even bigger line-up of musical acts than ever before — and more time to enjoy them — with the popular eco event now running for three days.

  482. Zoie Interiors Opens New Showroom: 5 to 7 March 2010

    From Zoie Ritchie, Thursday, 25th February, 2010

    Zoie Interiors invites you to our historic Letham premises to celebrate the opening of our new and extended showroom from 5 to 7 March 2010.

  483. Fife People's Panel - Survey 11 Online Now

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 25th February, 2010

    The latest People's Panel survey is being posted out to members over the next few days, but the online version is available now.

  484. Early warning of heavy snow

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 25th February, 2010

    The Met Office has issued an early warning of drifting and heavy snow from 00.01 Thursday, 25th February to 23.59 Thursday, 25th February, 2010.

  485. Peat Inn named top Scots restaurant

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 24th February, 2010

    The Peat Inn restaurant in north-east Fife has picked up two high-profile awards only a month after securing a Michelin star.

  486. Growing anger at music education cuts

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 24th February, 2010

    Anger over cuts to Fife’s extra curricular music service appears to be growing after it emerged over 1000 people joined a Facebook campaign against the move in a weekend.

  487. The View given T main stage debut

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 24th February, 2010

    Dundee Heroes The View have been given their first main stage slot at this year’s T in the Park, The Courier can exclusively reveal.

  488. Gritters on alert as more snow forecast

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 24th February, 2010

    The big chill may return to Tayside and Fife over the next few days as the region braces itself for more Arctic weather.

  489. Freuchie Rainbows update: 22 Feb 10

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 22nd February, 2010

    We celebrated Pancake day at Rainbows and we had 'Shrove Thursday' instead.

  490. Fifers asked to swap for Fairtrade

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 19th February, 2010

    Shoppers in north east Fife are being urged to swap their usual brands for Fairtrade products as the annual Fairtrade Fortnight campaign gets under way.

  491. Two new windfarms planned on Clatto Hill

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 19th February, 2010

    Plans to build a seven-turbine windfarm on a controversial site near Cupar are set to move forward.

  492. Cyclist Mark reaches the end of his epic adventure

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 19th February, 2010

    He's cycled some 13,000 miles through 12 countries and reached the summits of the highest mountains in north and South America ... and now the epic challenge is all but over.

  493. Fife Council defends executive pay rises

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 19th February, 2010

    Fife Council has defended its position regarding executive pay rises at a time when budgets and services are facing major cuts.

  494. Birnie & Gaddon Loch News Feb 10

    From Tony Wilson, Wednesday, 17th February, 2010

    Gaddon has been a refuge for many species during this cold spell. In fact we had highest count of mute swans ever (74) there in the new year! Widgeon, a kingfisher, even a red kite have been making their presence known too.

  495. Communities at the heart of Celebrating Fife 2010

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 17th February, 2010

    Fife Council is dedicating 2010 as a celebration of Fife's culture and wants your event or project to be part of it.

  496. New Complementary Health centre & studio in Pitscottie

    From Caitlin Heavey, Wednesday, 17th February, 2010

    We are delighted to announce the opening of eden therapies, Fife's newest complementary health centre in Pitscottie, just outside Cupar.

  497. Letham Nights #11: The Bevvy Sisters & Kirsty Keatch tickets selling fast

    From Mike Farrell, Tuesday, 16th February, 2010

    Great news...with 4 weeks to go until Letham Nights #11 - The Bevvy Sisters & Kirsty Keatch there are already over 50 tickets sold.

  498. Howe Rotary Charities donations

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 16th February, 2010

    The Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife has recently made donations to various organisations from their charities funds.

  499. 'Positive' start to police community meetings

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 16th February, 2010

    Howe of Fife and Tay Coast councillor Donald Lothian has described the first police community engagement meeting in Auchtermuchty as "postive".

  500. Spring concerts in Falkland

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 16th February, 2010

    As part of the Snowdrops Festival, Falkland Centre for Stewardship is hosting two evening concerts with traditional songs and music.

  501. Curtain up for Falkland theatre group

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 16th February, 2010

    The stage is set for the debut performance by north east Fife's newest amateur theatre group.

  502. Please complete this home composting questionnaire

    From Jenny Methven, Tuesday, 16th February, 2010

    We'd be delighted if anyone and everyone in NE Fife, that's interested in composting, could please complete the short survey below

  503. Howe Rotary donation helps vulnerable children in Malawi

    From Monique Sanders, Monday, 15th February, 2010

    A recent donation from the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife has brought help and comfort to some of the world's poorest children at the Chimwemwe Children's Centre in Blantyre, Malawi.

  504. Big Tent tickets go on sale

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 12th February, 2010

    The Big Tent eco festival has released early bird tickets with 10 per cent off for advance bookings for this year's event, which takes place from 23-15 July.

  505. Ladybank quarry firm appeals over refusal of plans

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 12th February, 2010

    The company whose plans to extend its quarrying operation near Ladybank were rejected amid fears for the local red squirrel population has criticised Fife Council for its 'inconsistent' and 'unreasonable' decision-making.

  506. Energy saving toolkit launched in Collessie

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 12th February, 2010

    People in Collessie have been given the opportunity to find out how to reduce energy waste in their homes.

  507. Scathing verdict on state of Cupar

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 12th February, 2010

    Cupar's historic town centre is blighted by crumbling buildings, traffic congestion and ugly modern architecture, according to a damning new report by Fife Council.

  508. Council tax frozen amid warnings of hard times

    From The Courier, Friday, 12th February, 2010

    Council tax in Fife will be frozen for the third year in succession after councillors rubber-stamped spending plans for the coming year.

  509. Midwife assists at road accident

    From BBC News, Thursday, 11th February, 2010

    Police in Fife have appealed for a midwife to contact them after she helped at the scene of a road crash where a man died.

  510. Demolition work set to cause Cupar traffic chaos

    From The Courier, Thursday, 11th February, 2010

    Cupar could be faced with traffic chaos towards the end of next month after Fife Council yesterday announced a road running through the heart of town is to close for up to six weeks.

  511. Rotary 'Thanks for Life'

    From Monique Sanders, Thursday, 11th February, 2010

    Members of both the Howe of Fife and Cupar Rotary Clubs will jointly take part in the RIBI ‘Thanks for Life - End Polio Now' Project, from 22 to 26 February 2010, with a week of activities organised round Rotary Day 2010 on 23 February.

  512. New lease of life for 18th century Pitlessie House

    From http://www.pitlessiehouse.com, Thursday, 11th February, 2010

  513. Have your say on conservation area plans for Falkland, Cupar & St Andrews

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 10th February, 2010

    Residents in East Fife are invited to come along to a series of drop-in events to find out more about the Conservation Area Appraisal and Management Plan in their local area.

  514. Cupar Job Club

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 9th February, 2010

    Are you looking for a job or thinking of doing a course? The Cupar Job Club can support you back into work or learning.

  515. Scottish Education Awards - Nominate now!

    From http://www.scottisheducationawards.org.uk/index.asp, Tuesday, 9th February, 2010

    The Scottish Education Awards celebrate the hard work and success which takes place in Scottish education. Make your nominations today.

  516. Elmwood reaching out abroad

    From Elmwood College, Tuesday, 9th February, 2010

    Landbased Service Engineering students at Elmwood College are gearing up for an exciting exchange trip to France, this March, as part of the Leonardo da Vinci Lifelong Learning Programme.

  517. Eden Estuary newsletter: Feb 10

    From Fife Coast & Countryside Trust, Tuesday, 9th February, 2010

    Read the latest news from the Eden Estuary nature reserve.

  518. Freuchie Community Council: Agenda 10 Feb 10

    From Ewen Jardine, Monday, 8th February, 2010

    The next Freuchie Community Council meeting will be on 10 Feb 2010, at the Lumsden Memorial Hall in Freuchie. Start time: 7.30pm

  519. Freuchie Rainbows update: 8 Feb 10

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 8th February, 2010

    Rainbows started the evening with chat and song and then the girls made a Valentine 'present' to take home.

  520. T in Park gets licence until 2012

    From The Courier, Monday, 8th February, 2010

    Measures taken by organisers of T in the Park have helped ensure that the festival will remain in Kinross-shire for at least the next three years.

  521. Collessie curler gears up for Winter Olympics debut

    From The Courier, Monday, 8th February, 2010

    Residents in Collessie have a special reason to be looking forward to the Winter Olympics.

  522. Local newspapers 'central' to democratic process

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 6th February, 2010

    Local newspapers are "central to the democratic process", the Scottish Parliament heard last week.

  523. Music legends top the bill at Fifestock

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 6th February, 2010

    Some of the music industry's most legendary names will be heading for Fife soon to take part in Fifestock 2010, the world's most intimate rock festival.

  524. Fife Council jobs and services face cuts

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 5th February, 2010

    Fife Council leader Peter Grant has warned the Kingdom must brace itself for difficult times, ahead of a budget meeting next week.

  525. Baby & Toddler classes in 2010 (updated class times)

    From Andrea Gray, Wednesday, 3rd February, 2010

    The busy Howe of Fife Health visiting team run a series of classes and activities for babies & toddlers.

  526. Letham Nights update: The Black Oil Bros are back!

    From Michael Farrell, Wednesday, 3rd February, 2010

    Firstly, if you didn't already know, the wonderful Bevvy Sisters are coming to Letham Nights on 13th March..

  527. Stagecoach bus service changes from 15 Feb 2010

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 3rd February, 2010

    There will be a number of changes to the Stagecoach bus services across Fife which will take effect from 15 February onwards..

  528. Have your say on how police perform

    From Fife Herald, Wednesday, 3rd February, 2010

    People in north east Fife are being invited to have their say on the way the police do their job.

  529. New Fife rescue service launched

    From Fife Today, Wednesday, 3rd February, 2010

    A vital new £30,000 service to help Fifers evacuate their homes in a flood or fire was launched recently.

  530. Seasons change as snowdrops bud

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 3rd February, 2010

    Monday marked the opening day of the Scottish Snowdrop Festival, which celebrates the fragile flower.

  531. Surgeries closed on 4 February

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 2nd February, 2010

    Doctors' surgeries in North East Fife will be closed on Thursday afternoon, 4 February for 'protected learning time'.

  532. **Looking for a job or staff? READ THIS!**

    From Jill Donnachie, Tuesday, 2nd February, 2010

    Smart Community Fife are interested in hearing from any employers or organisations seeking staff or volunteers for jobs in central Fife.

  533. Freuchie Rainbows update: 2 Feb 10

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 2nd February, 2010

    Rainbows celebrated 'Burns Night' on Thursday.

  534. Fife father’s pride in son’s courage in Afghanistan

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 2nd February, 2010

    A Fife man has spoken of his pride for the selfless courage displayed by his son who died on foot patrol in Afghanistan last year.

  535. Elmwood College creating opportunities

    From Elmwood College, Tuesday, 2nd February, 2010

    Elmwood College recently hosted an important Golf and Greenkeeping seminar that gave students a chance to see the benefits of studying abroad.

  536. Fall in love with a Right Guid Read!

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 2nd February, 2010

    Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, we've got some great Valentines Day books especially for you!

  537. Wetland Bird Walk at Vane Farm

    From Vane Farm, Monday, 1st February, 2010

    Join Scottish National Heritage and RSPB staff on a guided walk in search of wetland birds on World Wetlands Day, on the anniversary of the Ramsar convention.

  538. Solar Power and You

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 1st February, 2010

    Fife Council’s Housing and Neighbourhood Services has, for a number of years, been fitting Solar Hot Water Panels with aim of improving the fuel costs and the carbon footprint of some of its own housing stock.

  539. More room allotted to energy park

    From The Courier, Monday, 1st February, 2010

    Fife Energy Park at Methil has received massive publicity this week and this looks set to continue.

  540. Fife Jazz Festival

    From Fife Jazz Festival, Monday, 1st February, 2010

    The Fife Jazz Festival 2010 takes place from Friday 5 to Sunday 7 Feb in various venues around Fife including Strathmiglo and Freuchie.

  541. Fife Welcomes Funding for 238 new jobs

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 1st February, 2010

    Fife Council and its partners have secured funding for 238 new community based jobs as a result of their successful bid to the UK Government’s Future Jobs Fund. These jobs will be aimed at young people of 18–24 years.

  542. BBC Live at Energy Park Fife

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 31st January, 2010

    Results published today have shown that the UK economy has moved out of recession after growing by 0.1% in the last 3 months of 2009.

  543. Elmwood Embark on New Partnership

    From Elmwood College, Sunday, 31st January, 2010

    Elmwood College have announced a new international programme aimed at strengthening curriculum and expanding work force development across colleges in Europe.

  544. Message in a bottle that could save a life

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 30th January, 2010

    A community safety initiative aimed at vulnerable and elderly residents in north east Fife is being relaunched.

  545. Former Fife woman helps victims of Haiti earthquake

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 30th January, 2010

    A former north east Fife woman working for Christian Aid has given a moving account of the chaos and despair she's witnessed while helping the victims of the Haiti earthquake.

  546. New look for Cupar town centre revealed

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 30th January, 2010

    Councillors in north east Fife have welcomed the proposed changes to Cupar's traffic management system.

  547. Advisory Message for Icy Road Conditions

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 28th January, 2010

    The Met Office has issued an advisory warning of widespread icy roads for Friday, 29th January for all Scotland with a moderate risk of severe weather affecting parts of northern England and Scotland on Friday morning.

  548. Freuchie Rainbows update: 26 January 10

    Tuesday, 26th January, 2010

    Rainbows started back on Thursday 21st January.

  549. Attention foodies: Soul food put on the menu

    From The Courier / FCAC, Tuesday, 26th January, 2010

    A new exhibition in St Andrews is just the right recipe for foodies.

  550. Call for Fife beekeepers to unite to tackle disease

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 26th January, 2010

    Beekeepers in and around Fife are being urged to work together to help protect the honey bee population and prevent further spread of a disease which is threatening its survival.

  551. Fife woman saves man from rubble in Haiti

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 26th January, 2010

    A Fife woman was among the team that rescued a 24-year-old man from the rubble in Haiti 11 days after the devastating earthquake.

  552. £ prizes in Fife creative writing competition - entries by 8 March

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 25th January, 2010

    Budding Fife writers are invited to enter Fife Council Libraries & Museums annual Creative Writing Competition.

  553. More Fifers to benefit from help with heating

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 22nd January, 2010

    Fife Council has given a warm welcome to a Scottish Government programme which offers households help with insulation, energy costs and fuel bills.

  554. New youth facility opens in Cupar

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 22nd January, 2010

    An innovative new facility for young people has opened in Cupar.

  555. Restoring Fife woodlands to their former glory

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 22nd January, 2010

    A North Fife charity is celebrating the receipt of a grant of almost £10,000 to help the area's native woodlands return to their former glory.

  556. Fife road repair budget to double after big freeze

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 22nd January, 2010

    Fife is counting the cost of the big freeze after the extended period of arctic weather played havoc with pavements and roads, creating potholes and loosening paving.

  557. Food Allergy and Intolerance Awareness Week

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 21st January, 2010

    Fife Council's Environmental Services are raising awareness of food allergies and intolerances during Food Allergy and Intolerance Week.

  558. Open Studios Fife 2010 - put it in your diary now!

    From Elaine Campbell, Thursday, 21st January, 2010

    You are invited to visit artists, designers and makers in their studios in the North of Fife over the weekend 2nd, 3rd & 4th May 2009.

  559. Fancy baking your own bread? We have the solution!

    From Colin Lindsay, Wednesday, 20th January, 2010

    Four short courses covering nine breads, 10am till 2pm each Wednesday & Thursday from January to April 2010. Lunch and refreshments included.

  560. Howe Rotary Club donates shelterboxes to Haiti

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 19th January, 2010

    The Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife has responded quickly to the disaster in Haiti by donating £1000 for the purchase of two shelterboxes.

  561. Newburgh cyclist conquers another awesome peak

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 19th January, 2010

    Round the world record-breaking cyclist Mark Beaumont (27) reached the summit of Mount Aconcagua in Argentina yesterday on the latest leg of his BBC Cycling The Americas adventure.

  562. Great green hope in renewable energy

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 19th January, 2010

    As the recession continues to bite, The Courier is backing efforts to get the Fife and Dundee economies back on track and will examine the issues in a series of articles.

  563. New Ladies Fitness Class in Falkland

    From Alexander Simpson, Tuesday, 19th January, 2010

    Lomond United have the help of a female instructor for a new LADIES ONLY fitness class on a Monday evening. 7pm - 8pm at Falkland Village hall.

  564. Howe Rotary Donation to Chimwemwe, Malawi

    From Monique Sanders, Monday, 18th January, 2010

    Members of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife have given £500 to Dr. Amanda Flett of St. Andrews University for her work with the Chimwemwe Children's Centre.

  565. Falkland art classes resume

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 17th January, 2010

    Classes in drawing and painting have resumed in Falkland Village Hall.

  566. Green award: Vane Farm

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 17th January, 2010

    RSPB Vane Farm nature reserve, loch leven, has been awarded the highest possible accolade by the Green Tourism Business Scheme.

  567. Appeal for volunteers

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 17th January, 2010

    Chest, Heart & Stroke Scotland is appealing for more volunteers in Fife.

  568. Adamson Hospital modernisation project under way

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 15th January, 2010

    The £10 million project to modernise Cupar's Adamson Hospital has got under way.

  569. Fife Council reviews response to big freeze

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 15th January, 2010

    As the big freeze turns into the slow thaw, the post mortem into Fife Council's handling of events is underway.

  570. Celebrating Fife: Funding available for community groups

    From Anthony Garrett, Thursday, 14th January, 2010

    Celebrating Fife 2010 have two funding strands available for community groups to run events and activities until the end of December next year.

  571. NHTT Community Carbon Footprint

    From North Howe Transition Toun, Thursday, 14th January, 2010

    In order to show our funders and for us as a community to see the difference we are making we would be grateful if you could you all help to measure our Community Carbon Footprint.

  572. Cleaner required: Falkland Centre for Stewardship

    From Lesley McLaren, Thursday, 14th January, 2010

    Cleaner required at Falkland Centre for Stewardship based on Falkland Estate, Fife.

  573. Promotion of Growth Workshops

    From Business Gateway, Thursday, 14th January, 2010

    Business Gateway is helping Fife companies aim for a higher level of performance by offering expert help to businesses who have aspirations and potential to grow sales by upwards of £100,000 a year.

  574. How to Avoid Vehicle Crime

    From Fife Police, Thursday, 14th January, 2010

    Vehicle crime accounts for many of the recorded incidents across Fife. This type of crime is however decreasing both locally and nationally. But despite increased security on newer vehicles, we cannot relax.

  575. Plan to grow crops in ‘polytunnel city’ unveiled

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 13th January, 2010

    Proposals for a low carbon crop growing plant fed by heat generated from waste near Glenfarg have been outlined.

  576. Celebrating Fife 2010 - have you applied for £ yet?

    From Linda Greig, Wednesday, 13th January, 2010
    celebrating Fife 2010, fife funding,

    Calling community groups, social enterprises, small businesses, voluntary organisations and public sector bodies! Fife Council has 2 new 'pots' of funding available to celebrate Fife culture in 2010. Read on to see if your organisation or event is applicable...

  577. St Andrews Botanic Garden - winter interest

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 13th January, 2010

    Discover St Andrews Botanic Garden in winter.

  578. Fife welcomes funding for 238 new jobs

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 13th January, 2010

    Fife Council and its partners have secured funding for 238 new community based jobs as a result of their successful bid to the UK Government’s Future Jobs Fund.

  579. Fife grasps renewable energy opportunity

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 13th January, 2010

    The announcement made by The Crown Estate on Friday for a further wind farm site located in deep water off the coast of Fife presents a huge opportunity for the local economy.

  580. Nursery & Primary School Admission 2010/11

    Tuesday, 12th January, 2010

    School and nursery enrolment details for 2010/11 school year.

  581. Fancy Karate? Shukokai now enrolling for 2010

    From Stuart Maxwell, Tuesday, 12th January, 2010

    Ever thought about karate? Well now's your chance. Shukokai Karate Fife is now enrolling new members for 2010.

  582. Severe weather advisory

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 11th January, 2010

    Severe weather advisory for Monday 11 - Wednesday 13 January:

  583. Green projects to create thousands of Fife jobs

    From The Courier, Monday, 11th January, 2010

    Fife Council be set to reap huge rewards from major wind farm developments off the east coast of Scotland, it emerged yesterday.

  584. Fife braced for more wintry weather

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 10th January, 2010

    Local people are being warned to brace themselves for yet more extreme weather.

  585. Fife athletes frozen out as Giffortown weather takes its toll

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 10th January, 2010

    The big freeze finally caught up with the Fife AC as last week’s tortoise and hare two-man relay at Heatherhall Woods.

  586. Nature exhibition: Vane Farm

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 10th January, 2010

    An exhibition of nature photographs has been opened at the RSPB Vane Farm Nature Reserve, Loch Leven.

  587. Freuchie Community Council: Minutes (Nov 09) & Agenda Jan 10

    From Ewen, Friday, 8th January, 2010

    The approved minutes of the 11 Nov 09 Freuchie Community Council meeting and the agenda for the 13 Jan 10 meeting are now available for you to read.

  588. Plan to extend Lomond quarry

    From The Courier, Thursday, 7th January, 2010

    There anger from Leslie residents yesterday as plans to expand a nearby quarry were given conditional approval by Glenrothes area committee.

  589. Libraries' late fees amnesty

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 7th January, 2010

    Fife Council's Libraries and Museums Service is pleased to announce that they will not charge for overdue books during January.

  590. Met Office severe weather advisory

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 7th January, 2010

    Please see the latest Severe Weather Advisory from the Met Office.

  591. Ministers to brief MSPs on crisis

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 6th January, 2010

    The Scottish Government is to make an emergency statement to parliament on the big freeze tomorrow.

  592. Only 6 days remaining to win a FREE lunch for 2!

    From Jill Donnachie, Tuesday, 5th January, 2010

    Win a free lunch for 2 at the Lomond Hills Hotel in Freuchie!

  593. Snowy Howe images: send us yours!

    From Jill Donnachie, Tuesday, 5th January, 2010

    Here are a few winter 09/10 images that have been sent in by locals. Please send your contrinutions to jill@smartcommunityfife.org.uk

  594. Get along to Letham Nights in 2010...

    From Mike Farrell, Tuesday, 5th January, 2010

    Happy New Year Everyone! All the best from Letham Nights for 2010 and thank you for your support over the last year.

  595. Bell Baxter HS, Letham PS & Gateside PS now re-opened

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 5th January, 2010

    Bell Baxter HS, Letham PS & Gateside PS now re-opened

  596. Local curlers prepare for Grand Match

    From Andy Heer, Tuesday, 5th January, 2010

    As the cold weather continues local curling clubs are preparing for the possibility of a Grand Match on Lake of Mentieth.

  597. Severe weather advisory

    From Fife Direct , Tuesday, 5th January, 2010

    Fife Council's severe weather advisory: 5-7 January

  598. Additional supplies of grit arrive at depots

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 5th January, 2010

    Finance secretary John Swinney yesterday moved to assure people that an ample supply of grit remained to keep the country’s roads open, amid concern that some councils—notably Fife and Renfrewshire—were struggling to treat routes in their areas.

  599. Call for inquiry into grit crisis

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 5th January, 2010

    A Fife MSP yesterday called for a full inquiry into how the region could be left without grit during the worst cold snap in 20 years.

  600. Bell Baxter closed due to severe weather

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 4th January, 2010

    Bell Baxter High School closed at lunch-time today and will remain closed until further notice due to Severe Weather.

  601. Elmwood students publish book of short stories

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 3rd January, 2010

    Students from the creative writing class at Elmwood College in Cupar have published their first book.

  602. Work to start on £10m Adamson project

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 3rd January, 2010

    Work on the £10 million project to redevelop Cupar's Adamson Hospital is to get under way on January 5.

  603. Prolonged extreme weather conditions in Fife

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 3rd January, 2010

    Fife Council, along with many other councils in Scotland, has been left with critically low levels of salt for treating the Kingdom’s roads because of delivery failures from their suppliers.

  604. Keeping roads safe over festive season

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 30th December, 2009

    Fifers have been given a reassurance Fife Council is working hard to keep the Kingdom’s roads safe this festive season.

  605. Council responds to winter weather

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 30th December, 2009

    Responding to the claims of a lack of effort by Fife Council during this period of severe weather, Councillor Tony Martin Chair of Enterprise, Environment & Transportation committee said: “Fife Council’s Winter Maintenance teams have been working 24 hours a day, seven days a week to keep Fife on the move during these extremely harsh weather conditions.

  606. Fife Energy Park a key contender for 150 jobs

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 30th December, 2009

    The Fife Energy Park at Methil last night emerged as a key contender after a German company revealed plans to create up to 150 offshore wind industry jobs in Scotland.

  607. Happy Holidays from the SCF team!

    From SCF, Wednesday, 23rd December, 2009

    Thanks to all our visitors and content contributors for your support this year. Elaine & Jill will be taking a short break from 24 Dec 09 until 4 Jan 10. Any content you submit during this period will be published, but perhaps not as quickly as it usually is! Have a blast over the holidays. See you again in 2010.

  608. Howe Rotary Citizen of the Year Award

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 23rd December, 2009

    Ron Bissett was nominated by Falkand Community Council as a worthy recipient of the Howe of Fife's Rotary Club Citizen of the Year Award.

  609. New road gritting trials underway

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 22nd December, 2009

    Transportation Services is trialling a new road gritting product called Safecote to help keep our roads ice-free this winter.

  610. Award presented to Rotary member

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 22nd December, 2009

    Sandy Mathews, long-standing member of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife, was presented with a Paul Harris Award by President Dennis Beattie at the club's Christmas dinner at the Village Inn, Pitlessie, last Tuesday.

  611. Search begins for Fife Education Stars

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 22nd December, 2009

    People in Fife are being urged to nominate their local schools, nurseries or individuals who have excelled in their field of education as part of the Scottish Education Awards 2010.

  612. Surgeries closed for the festive season

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 22nd December, 2009

    NHS Fife is reminding people to make sure they have an adequate supply of regular medication as GP practices in north east Fife prepare to shut down for the festive season.

  613. Response to shoebox appeal was ‘outstanding’

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 22nd December, 2009

    A charity that brings a little light into the lives of the less well off around the world has thanked Fifers for their generous response to this year’s appeal.

  614. Freuchie Scout news: 21 Dec 09

    From David Gordon, Monday, 21st December, 2009

    Friday 18 Dec was the final day for posting cards through the Scout post. Many thanks to all who have again supported this service, and assisted the Scout group financially. Final details will be announced later.

  615. Freuchie Church news - 21 Dec 09

    From David Gordon, Monday, 21st December, 2009

    The service last Sunday as conducted by Rev. George Nicol and scripture readings were given by Mr Jim Rodden.

  616. Transition Falkland Woodfuel Survey - please complete

    From Joanna Secker Walker , Monday, 21st December, 2009

    Please give us your feedback on using wood from local sources for fuel.

  617. Advisory for Heavy Snow!

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 21st December, 2009

    The Advisory for Heavy Snow on Monday now covers all parts of Scotland.

  618. Veterans receive badge from PM

    From The Courier, Monday, 21st December, 2009

    Prime Minister Gordon Brown was back in his homeland at the weekend to hand out badges to more than 90 war veterans at a ceremony in Kirkcaldy.

  619. Winter Weather Forecasting - Roads

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 21st December, 2009

    We advise road users on winter driving conditions, roadworks and road closures via Kingdom (FM 95.2/96.1) and www.fifedirect.org.uk

  620. Fife Council's Festive Break - #s to call

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 21st December, 2009

    Fife Council will only be a call or a click away during the festive break.

  621. Council and police at odds on finance rules

    From The Courier, Sunday, 20th December, 2009

    A row brewing over financial regulations is threatening to disrupt the harmonious relationship between Fife Council and the region’s police force, it has emerged.

  622. Fife councillors back shared services plan

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 20th December, 2009

    Councillors in Fife have backed a proposal that could see six local authorities share services and best practice.

  623. Rotary Potato Sales

    From Monique Sanders, Saturday, 19th December, 2009

    It's been another bumper year for the annual Christmas potato sales, organised by the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife.

  624. Met Office Advisory Message

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 17th December, 2009

    Met Office Advisory on Weather

  625. Reminder to have your say on the East Fife Local Plan

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 17th December, 2009

    Following two Drop-In events organised by Fife Council’s Development Services, residents of St Andrews and East Fife are reminded that they have until 24 December to have their say on the future planning policies for their area.

  626. Thousands raised for Maggie's Centre

    From Fife Today, Wednesday, 16th December, 2009

    People from across Fife provided a welcome financial boost for our Maggie's Centre recently, with a flurry of fundraising activities.

  627. Christmas Church Services in the Howe '09

    From Misc, Tuesday, 15th December, 2009

    Comprehensive list of christmas and watchnight services in churches of all denominations across the Howe

  628. Xmas & New Year Waste Collections (& more!)

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 15th December, 2009

    Here's the low down on Fife Council's waste collection from Xmas Eve to Mon 18 Jan...

  629. Holey Socks wanted!

    Tuesday, 15th December, 2009

    Please help Muchty's own Polly Murray by handing in your old holey socks to the DebRA shop, Bonnygate, Cupar!

  630. New tourism guide promotes where to stay in Fife

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 15th December, 2009

    A new guide,‘Kingdom of Fife & St Andrews Where to Stay 2010’ has been launched to market the region’s accommodation providers.

  631. Bogus callers warning

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 15th December, 2009

    Trading Standards professionals are warning Fife consumers to be on their guard against bogus telephone callers asking questions about home security and alarm systems.

  632. Howe Rotary Club welcomes Bob Henderson

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 15th December, 2009

    Last Tuesday, President Dennis Beattie welcomed retired pharmicist, Bob Henderson, into the ranks of the Howe of Fife Rotary Club, the fourth recruit this year.

  633. Fife Police crack down on drink drivers

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 12th December, 2009

    Motorists caught drink driving in north east Fife this festive season face having their cars seized.

  634. Wren Cottage Preserves – locally made gift packs

    From NHTT, Saturday, 12th December, 2009

    If you are looking for a locally made something to give for Christmas then have a look at the range of gifts on offer from Wren Cottage Preserves, Letham.

  635. Fife prepares to celebrate a Year of Culture

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 12th December, 2009

    People in north east Fife are being urged to get into the community spirit as the countdown begins to Fife's Year of Culture.

  636. NE Fife MP seeks asssurances on broadband

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 11th December, 2009

    Sir Menzies Campbell has called on Ofcom and BT to explain why north east Fife, along with other rural areas in Scotland, lags so far behind the rest of the UK in its broadband provision.

  637. Parish centre may replace crumbling churches

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 11th December, 2009

    Churchgoers in the Howe of Fife could have a new, purpose-built place of worship if radical new plans are given the go-ahead.

  638. Monimail church bells to toll 350 times on Sunday 13 Dec!

    From NHTT website, Friday, 11th December, 2009

    Listen out on the morning of Sunday 13th December when Monimail Church bells will be ringing 350 times in support of the 350 campaign.

  639. CaRB Project Progressing as Smart Monitors set to be delivered

    From NHTT website, Friday, 11th December, 2009

    Infra-red photographs will be used this winter by North Howe Transition Toun in their ongoing project to save energy and reduce carbon emissions in the Letham/ Collessie and Giffordtown area.

  640. Big Tent receives award

    From Big Tent, Thursday, 10th December, 2009

    The Big Tent has been awarded the Greener Festival Award 2009.

  641. Build a sustainable future for your charitable organisation

    From Dehra Sweet, Thursday, 10th December, 2009

    Are you part of an ambitious charity or social enterprise based in Fife?

  642. Rotary Club welcomes Philip Graham

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 9th December, 2009

    Philip Graham was welcomed to the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife last Tuesday by President Dennis Beattie.

  643. Freuchie Rainbows update: 9 Dec 09

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 9th December, 2009

    We had our last session of Rainbows before breaking up for the Christmas holidays.

  644. Holiday homes’ strain on affordable housing

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 9th December, 2009

    With its coastal setting and rich heritage the East Neuk is, unsurprisingly, a popular destination for visitors—so much so that a staggering 10% of local properties are said to be holiday homes.

  645. War of words on Fife’s rail fare scheme

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 9th December, 2009

    The deputy leader on Fife Council last night hit out at “inaccurate” Labour Party claims that the rail concession scheme in Fife has been ditched by the council—a thorny issue since it announced that it planned to scrutinise the scheme.

  646. Dementia cases forecast to double in Fife

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 9th December, 2009

    Fife is facing a dementia time bomb, with the number of people affected by the condition forecast to double in the next 20 years.

  647. NHS spending over budget

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 8th December, 2009

    Fife Health board’s budget is heading for a projected overspend of just over half a million pounds, according to figures for the first half of the financial year.

  648. Fife makes progress in tackling Climate Change

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 8th December, 2009

    In a week that delegations from 192 countries have descended on Copenhagen for two weeks of talks for a global treaty on Climate Change, Fife has made headway on a series of priorities in this area.

  649. Scott Robb Hairdressing National Finalists in American Crew Face-Off 09/10

    From Scott Robb, Monday, 7th December, 2009

    The team at Scott Robb Hairdressing in Falkland are delighted to announce that they are one of the 20 national finalists in the American Crew Face-Off 09/10 Awards.

  650. Falkland Stewards Master Composter Scheme for NE Fife

    From Jenny Methven, Monday, 7th December, 2009

    Get involved with the Master Composter Scheme - as a volunteer or to access free help and advice about composting

  651. Freuchie Community Council: Agenda 9 Dec 09

    From Ewen Jardine, Monday, 7th December, 2009

    The next Freuchie Community Council meeting will be on 9 Dec 09, at the Lumsden Memorial Hall in Freuchie. Start time: 7.30pm

  652. ScotRail approached in concession fare row

    From The Courier, Friday, 4th December, 2009

    Labour Politicians in Fife have stepped up the campaign to fight the SNP/Lib Dem administration's attempt to scrap Fife Council's concessionary rail travel scheme.

  653. Festive Fun and Right Guid Reads!

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 4th December, 2009

    It's coming up to Christmas and we all need something to take our minds off the stress of Christmas shopping, so enjoy our festive Right Guid Read!

  654. Stagecoach bus changes from 7 December

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 4th December, 2009

    Stagecoach in Fife would like to advise passengers of changes to services commencing on Monday 7 December.

  655. Exotikite

    From Monique Sanders, Thursday, 3rd December, 2009

    Competitors at the British Kitesurfing Championships held recently in Frazerburgh may well envy the kiting home patch of Fifer, Ian Sanders.

  656. Fife Diet seeks Finance & Admin Assistant

    From Karen Small, Wednesday, 2nd December, 2009

    The Fife Diet, a small voluntary organisation based in Burntisland, is looking for an experienced and skilled Finance & Admin Assistant to work approximately 0.5 days per week.

  657. Scottish karate instructors support "Help for Heroes"

    From Stuart Maxwell, Tuesday, 1st December, 2009

    On Sunday the 29th November, junior and senior students at the Glenrothes Martial Arts Centre were welcomed to the annual Karate Kata (bunkai) course by Sensei Iain Abernethy BCA.

  658. Big Tent - Flagship event in the Year of Culture

    From Big Tent, Tuesday, 1st December, 2009

    We are delighted that Big Tent has been chosen to be a Flagship Event in Fife's Year of Culture 2010.

  659. Get ready for the wave

    From Big Tent, Tuesday, 1st December, 2009

    On Saturday 5th December 2009, join people from across Scotland to send a clear message about climate change to world leaders meeting in Copenhagen for the UN climate change negotiations.

  660. Freuchie Rainbows update: 1 Dec 09

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 1st December, 2009

    We sang our Xmas songs which the girls sang with gusto. most of our new rainbows got enrolled and we had invited parents to come at the end of the session, to watch. The girls had learned their rainbow promise and were presented with their certificate and badge and they were all very excited.

  661. CELEBRATE ST ANDREW'S DAY!

    From Misc, Monday, 30th November, 2009

    Today is Scotland's official national day, St Andrew's day! Here's a guide to what's on.

  662. Affordable housing not ‘appropriate’

    From The Courier, Sunday, 29th November, 2009

    Recently submitted plans for an affordable housing development on the edge of Cupar have already run into local opposition and have fallen foul of Cupar Community Council and a Fife Council department.

  663. Maggie's Friday 2009

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 29th November, 2009

    Had your thinking cap on? What are you doing for Maggie's Friday?

  664. Rotary potato sales

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 25th November, 2009

    On Wednesday 25 November, the Howe of Fife Rotary Club expects a big delivery of Rooster potatoes, courtesy of Albert Bartlett & Sons, ready for their popular annual Christmas tattie sale.

  665. Fife Adult Learners Awards 2010

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 25th November, 2009

    The Fife Community Learning & Development Partnership is pleased to announce that the Annual Fife Adult Learners Awards will be held on Wednesday 19th May 2010 in the Rothes Halls Glenrothes.

  666. Fife's doing the right thing for children and young people

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 25th November, 2009

    Children and young people across Fife will be able to become more active and responsible citizens and make a greater contribution to society following the adoption of a new strategy which was launched on Friday.

  667. Fife leads the way in cycling

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 25th November, 2009

    Fife Council Transportation Services is delighted to receive the prestigious Cycling Innovation Award from The Scottish Government's Cycling Scotland.

  668. Freuchie Rainbows news: 24 Nov 09

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 24th November, 2009

    We continued with our theme of Xmas crafts on Thursday. The girls made 'Santas Reindeer Dust ' and decorated the bags, as well as some other crafts.

  669. Freuchie Scout news: Christmas post

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 24th November, 2009

    Householders are being informed this week of details of the Christmas Post, which will run from Monday, 7th December until Friday, 18th December, with the cards for collection being again placed in Freuchie Stores.

  670. Freuchie Church news: 24 Nov 09

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 24th November, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Mr. Iain Mitchell, QC, reader in Dunfermline Presbytery.

  671. Smart Community Fife AGM update

    From Jill Donnachie, Tuesday, 24th November, 2009

    Thanks to those who attended the Smart Community Fife AGM on 12 Nov 09 at Giffordtown Village Hall.

  672. Shukokai success + FREE karate & self protection classes

    From Stuart Maxwell, Monday, 23rd November, 2009

    Congratulations to Lindsay McCann. Despite being 60% partially blind and 8 years old, Lindsay beat off competition from adult students to win silver in the kata (forms) Disabled category, at the British Karate Federation (BKF) Championships held at Meadowbank in September 2009.

  673. Historical photographs of Ladybank and surrounds

    From Ed Boyle, Monday, 23rd November, 2009

    Thanks to Mr Ed Boyle of Cambuslang who has sent in a selection of historical photos from Ladybank, Giffordtown and Collessie, for all to enjoy.

  674. Joan Cran - 20 years leader of Freuchie in Flower

    From Ewen Jardine, Sunday, 22nd November, 2009

    At a recent meeting of Freuchie in Flower, Joan Cran, who has stepped down after 20 successful years as leader, received two presentations.

  675. Collapsed wall on A914 set for repair

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 22nd November, 2009

    Following the collapse of a retaining wall at South Road in Cupar (A914) during flooding in the summer, a report was presented to the Enterprise, Environment & Transportation Committee this week to update on the progress of repairs.

  676. £10 million redevelopment begins at Cupar hospital

    From Fife Direct, Saturday, 21st November, 2009

    Staff and patients at Cupar's Adamson Hospital are preparing for a massive three-day relocation exercise to allow work to begin on the long-awaited £10 million redevelopment plans.

  677. Met Office weather update

    From PWS Advisor - Fife Direct, Saturday, 21st November, 2009

    Advisory Warning for Saturday 21st November

  678. All outdoor pitches cancelled throughout Fife

    From Fife Direct, Saturday, 21st November, 2009

    Due to the severe wet weather all outdoor grass sports pitches in Kirkcaldy, Glenrothes, Levenmouth, West and East Fife are closed for the weekend 21st/22nd November.

  679. Plans 'progressing' to reopen Hill of Tarvit

    From Fife Direct, Saturday, 21st November, 2009

    A decision on the possible reopening of Hill of Tarvit Mansion House is likely to be taken next month.

  680. Letham Night update: Luva Anna getting great reviews

    From Mike Farrell, Wednesday, 18th November, 2009

    Less than two weeks to go now to the Luva Anna show on 28th November with the Bum-Clocks.

  681. Freuchie Rainbows news: 16 Nov 09

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 16th November, 2009

    We had a craft night at Rainbows on Thursday. To begin with we had our chat and sang our song.

  682. Freuchie Church news: 16 Nov 09

    From David Gordon, Monday, 16th November, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Pauline Normand.

  683. Comment on Fife's 'Online Employment Land Audit'

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 15th November, 2009

    Fife Council carries out an annual audit of employment land sites in Fife to collect information on the development status of sites and site availability by looking at issues such as site services (electricity, gas, etc) and permitted land uses.

  684. Rail concession row gets councillors steamed up

    From The Courier, Saturday, 14th November, 2009

    ‘Stop great train robbery!’ was Fife Labour leader Alex Rowley’s plea yesterday as the row escalated over plans to axe concessionary rail travel.

  685. Council wants public views on spending decisions

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 14th November, 2009

    Council chiefs are facing 'difficult decisions' with cutbacks in services inevitable.

  686. Smith re-selected by North East Fife Liberal Democrats

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 14th November, 2009

    North East Fife MSP, Iain Smith, has been re-selected as the Liberal Democrat party's candidate for the next Scottish Parliament election in 2011.

  687. Health minister opens new ward at Stratheden

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 13th November, 2009

    A new unit for elderly people with dementia has been officially unveiled at Stratheden Hospital by public health minister Shona Robison.

  688. £10 million redevelopment begins at Cupar hospital

    From http://www.fifetoday.co.uk/fife-herald-news/10-million-redevelopment-begins-at.5819482.jp, Friday, 13th November, 2009

    Staff and patients at Cupar's Adamson Hospital are preparing for a massive three-day relocation exercise to allow work to begin on the long-awaited £10 million redevelopment plans.

  689. Jungle man David ready for next adventure!

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 13th November, 2009

    He's just completed one of the world's most gruelling endurance races, but David Cowan is already looking forward to his next adventure!

  690. Scottish Dance Theatre at Elmwood College

    From Elmwood College, Thursday, 12th November, 2009

    Dance artist Caroline Bowditch led two creative dance workshops at Elmwood College recently for groups of young people from the College Student Development Department.

  691. 2010 'Celebration of Fife' launched

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 12th November, 2009

    2010 will be a year to remember in Fife.

  692. Pope may visit St Andrews next year

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 11th November, 2009

    Speculation is mounting that when Pope Benedict XVI comes to Scotland next year he will visit St Andrews University for its 600th anniversary.

  693. Freuchie Scout news: 11 Nov 09

    From David Gordon, Wednesday, 11th November, 2009

    Cubs and Scouts attended the Remembrance Day service last Sunday and also the service at the war memorial.

  694. Freuchie rainbows update: 11 Nov 09

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 11th November, 2009

    It was our first session after the holidays and we had new girls joining the group.

  695. Freuchie Church news

    From David Gordon, Wednesday, 11th November, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Elspeth McIntyre.

  696. Smith Anderson Sales Opportunities

    From Isabel Young, Monday, 9th November, 2009

    Falkland's largest employer Smith Anderson have opportunities for 2 people to join their internal sales team:

  697. Learn to capture wildlife on film

    From The Courier, Monday, 9th November, 2009

    The RSPB'S Vane Farm nature reserve by Kinross plays host to a beginners' digital photography course on Saturday.

  698. Fifers unite in silent remembrance

    From The Courier, Monday, 9th November, 2009

    People across Fife fell silent yesterday as they, like thousands of others, paid their own respects to the men and women who have lost their lives in times of war.

  699. Fife coastal path extension almost complete

    From http://www.fifetoday.co.uk/fife-herald-news/Fife-coastal-path-extension-almost.5799694.jp, Monday, 9th November, 2009

    People living in the Newburgh and Taybridge-head areas will soon be able to explore parts of north east Fife they might never have seen before.

  700. Auchtermuchty Comedy Festival part II

    From Ffe Herald, Sunday, 8th November, 2009

    Organisers of Auchtermuchty's first ever comedy festival are promising even more laughs when part two of the event takes place later this month.

  701. New call for action to tackle flooding in Fife

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 8th November, 2009

    Fresh calls for action to tackle flooding in north east Fife have been made this week in the wake of last Sunday's torrential rain which threatened to swamp homes and businesses still recovering from the flash floods of early July.

  702. Fruit tree and orchard survey

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 8th November, 2009

    Fife Coast and Countryside Trust needs your help in surveying Fife's fruit trees and orchards.

  703. Fife braced for cuts in services

    From The Courier, Sunday, 8th November, 2009

    Fife Council leader Peter Grant has conceded that services are likely to be affected over the next decade as local authorities struggle to balance the books.

  704. Falkland pharmacist nominated for 'Scottish Pharmacist of the Year'

    From Lomond Pharmacy, Friday, 6th November, 2009

    The pharmacist at Falkland's Lomond Pharmacy, Raymond Kelly, has been nominated for Scottish Pharmacist of the Year 2009."

  705. New website for Forth Road Bridge

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 5th November, 2009

    Live bridge traffic information, automatic alerts by text or email and an interactive 3D model can all be found on the new Forth Road Bridge website.

  706. Fife primaries get a taste for reducing waste

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 5th November, 2009

    Pupils and teachers from primary schools across Fife have binned disposable cups in favour of more environmentally friendly reusable beakers.

  707. Applicants sought for scholarship scheme

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 3rd November, 2009

    The Hospitality Industry Trust is challenging young talent across Fife, Perthshire and Angus to join with applicants from across Scotland in taking part in a £100,000 scholarship scheme.

  708. Council’s £2.4m fund for culture defended

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 3rd November, 2009

    Fife Council has defended a decision to invest £2.4 million in cultural activities at a time when it is facing a potential budget shortfall of £43.5 million.

  709. Finalised St Andrews and East Fife Local Plan 2009 seeks representations

    From Fife Council, Monday, 2nd November, 2009

    The finalised St Andrews and East Fife Local Plan 2009 is now available for consultation and can be read and commented on at the link below.

  710. Show your support for Lomond United's planning application

    From Elaine Campbell, Monday, 2nd November, 2009

    Since the recent public meeting about plans for Lomond United's new football ground, the planning application is now underway.

  711. Tartan Tales from 'A Right Guid Read'

    From Fife Council, Monday, 2nd November, 2009

    November is the month of many things Scottish with the round up of Homecoming Year and St Andrews Day happening, so this month’s A Right Guid Read has a distinctly Scottish flavour – all the reviews featured in this month’s edition are by Scottish authors.

  712. Holiday parking charges to go ahead

    From The Courier, Monday, 2nd November, 2009

    People using car parks on public holidays in Fife will have to pay for the privilege from December 1, it has been confirmed.

  713. Fife Jazz Club celebrates its first anniversary

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 1st November, 2009

    Fife Jazz Club celebrates its first anniversary on 8 November with a visit from the George Penman Jazzmen to the Lomond Hills Hotel, Freuchie.

  714. Fife 'should share' flame of Olympics

    From The Courier, Friday, 30th October, 2009

    With golf back on the Olympic Games agenda, albeit not until 2016, it has been suggested that the flame kindled in Olympia should burn in the sport's home, St Andrews, in the run-up to the 2012 games in London.

  715. Hedgehog bonfire warning

    From The Courier, Thursday, 29th October, 2009

    With Guy Fawkes night fast approaching people planning to celebrate with a bonfire are being urged to watch out for hedgehogs.

  716. College and Open University join forces

    From The Courier, Thursday, 29th October, 2009

    Prime Minister Gordon Brown has launched a partnership between Adam Smith College and the Open University (OU) to improve further education opportunities in Fife.

  717. Collessie bat cave to open

    From The Courier, Thursday, 29th October, 2009

    Spooky new residents at Fife Animal Park are to be unmasked on the scariest day of the year. Hallowe’en will see the opening of a bat cave at the centre near Collessie—populated by a colony of 30 Egyptian bats.

  718. Highest praise for arts festival

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 27th October, 2009

    One of Scotland’s best known artists was so impressed with Cupar Arts Festival he reckons the event could help Fife rival the Edinburgh Festival.

  719. Former paper mill site on the market

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 27th October, 2009

    The former paper mill at Guardbridge has been put up for sale as a waterfront development opportunity with an asking price of £3 million.

  720. Freuchie Rainbows update: 26 Oct 09

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 26th October, 2009

    Rainbows starts back after the October break, on Thursday 5th November from 5 - 6pm. We are looking forward to seeing all the girls again.

  721. Maggie's fundraising day

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 26th October, 2009

    Fife's Maggie's annual day-long fundraiser, Maggie's Friday, is set to take place on 4 December.

  722. Guitar tuition

    From Community Board, Monday, 26th October, 2009

    Strugglnig to play all that fiddly stuff? Want to better your practical and theory skills?

  723. St Andrews team’s electron discovery

    From The Courier, Monday, 26th October, 2009

    Observations made by a St Andrews University physics team could influence the future of electronic technology.

  724. More local applicants gain entry to college & university

    From The Courier, Sunday, 25th October, 2009

    More people across Tayside and Fife have been accepted on to a course at university or college this year, writes Grant Smith, education reporter.

  725. Festival awards: Vote for T in the Park

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 25th October, 2009

    Fans of T in the Park are being urged to help the event achieve glory in the festival industry 'Oscars'.

  726. Big Tent Festival wins international award

    From Fife Direct, Saturday, 24th October, 2009

    The Big Tent festival is being awarded the 'Greener Festival Award 2009'.

  727. Kettle Yoga resumes: 28 Oct

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 24th October, 2009

    Kettle yoga resumes on Wednesday 28 October. Come along to the Memorial Hall, Kingskettle at 7.30pm.

  728. Lomond earn home replay after Edinburgh stalemate

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 24th October, 2009

    Lomond United drew a blank in their Scottish Cup second round tie against Tynecastle Star at Edinburgh University last Saturday.

  729. Book recalls famous UFO sighting in Fife

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 24th October, 2009

    They say the truth is out there, and a new book promises to lift the lid on north east Fife's most incredible UFO sighting.

  730. Local artist criticises organisers of Cupar festival

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 24th October, 2009

    A local artist has spoken out against the organisers of Cupar Arts Festival.

  731. Review of rail concession scheme

    From Fife Today, Saturday, 24th October, 2009

    The protest group set up to oppose increases in home care charges is waging a fresh battle with Fife Council, which it has accused of being 'mean-spirited' by considering scrapping rail concessions for the elderly and disabled.

  732. SWRI ladies branch out in forest project

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 24th October, 2009

    Local members of the Fife Federation of Scottish Women's Rural Institute (SWRI) have lent their knitting skills to an innovative project that has been taking pride of place at the heart of Edinburgh as the city's latest temporary tourist attraction.

  733. Busy schedule for composer

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd October, 2009

    It has been a busy period recently for Kingskettle composer, Bruce Fraser.

  734. Call to reverse TA funding cuts

    From Fife Today, Friday, 23rd October, 2009

    The row over funding cuts to the Territorial Army has intensified amid accusations that the Government is putting 'money before morale.'

  735. Disruption to Fife's postal service

    From The Courier, Friday, 23rd October, 2009

    Postal services in Fife will grind to a halt today as delivery staff stage their walkout.

  736. Cupar Arts Festival set set finish off in style

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd October, 2009

    The curtain will come down on Cupar Arts Festival this weekend after two weeks showcasing the best in contemporary art, music, film and more.

  737. Meeting arranged to discuss Falkland pitch proposal

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd October, 2009

    The amateur football club at the centre of a planning row has called a public meeting to clarify the situation.

  738. New owner for Melville House

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd October, 2009

    North east Fife mansion with the dubious honour of being named as Britain's most expensive repossession has been sold for a knockdown price.

  739. Fire service 'merger' will benefit all Fifers

    From Fife Free Press, Thursday, 22nd October, 2009

    Fife's chief fire officer Jimmy Campbell has denied reports claiming the Kingdom's fire service will merge with Tayside and Central Scotland.

  740. Seasonal flu vaccinations: Auchtermuchty & Ladybank Health Centres

    From Surgeries, Wednesday, 21st October, 2009

    Auchtermuchty Health Centre will be holding their annual seasonal flu imunisation programme on Sat 31 October 0900-1230 - no appointment necessary. Ladybank Health Centre will be holding their seasonal flu catch-up cinic on Wed 28 Oct 1330 - 1520.

  741. Developments in dementia care in Fife

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 21st October, 2009

    Councillors at today’s Social Work and Health Committee were briefed on the achievements in dementia care led by Fife Council’s Social Work Services.

  742. Social Work put fire safety first

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 20th October, 2009

    Members of Fife Council's Social Work and Health Committee were updated on progress to manage fire safety for the protection of services users and staff.

  743. Be active in your community!

    Tuesday, 20th October, 2009

    Auchtermuchty Community Centre is running a "Being Active in Your Community" course beginning Wed 4th November, 6:30-8:30pm

  744. Getting your myfife card during the postal strike

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 20th October, 2009

    Fife residents expecting to receive a new or replacement myfife card this week or early next week can collect their card from their nearest Local Services Centres to minimise any delays to delivery caused if the planned postal strike on October 22 and 23 goes ahead.

  745. Cutbacks leave doubts over TA centre activities

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 20th October, 2009

    Future activity and training at Cupar’s Yeomanry House Territorial Army centre remains unclear.

  746. Knitting group: Falkland

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 19th October, 2009

    The very popular knitting group will start up again in the Craig Room of Falkland Parish Church on Tuesday evenings at 7.30pm from 20 October.

  747. Blythswood Care Christmas shoebox appeal

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 19th October, 2009

    The Blythswood Care Christmas shoebox appeal needs your help.

  748. Freuchie Church news: 19 Oct 09

    From David Gordon, Monday, 19th October, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Mr. Iain Mitchell, QC, a reader in Dunfermline Presbytery.

  749. Kettle artist provides professional face-painting this Halloween

    From Mary Fairgrieve, Monday, 19th October, 2009

    Tis the season to scare, so Kettle artist and professional face-painter, Mary Fairgrieve, invites you to head over to the Chicken Shop, 263 High Street, Kirkcaldy to be transformed, using the halloween/fantasy make-up of your choice.

  750. Blacketyside Plant Centre Update - Oct 09

    From Moira Barnard, Monday, 19th October, 2009

    Find out what's on offer at Blacketyside Farm Shop, plus how to encourage bees to your garden and much more in this month's newsletter.

  751. Fife's Communities are becoming safer

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 18th October, 2009

    Fife is becoming an even safer place to live, work and visit.

  752. Falkland in Bloom awards presented

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 16th October, 2009

    The widow of the man described as the 'lynchpin' of the victorious Falkland in Bloom campaign was honoured at the organisation's annual community awards ceremony last Thursday evening.

  753. Have your say - Balancing the Books

    From Karrie Grant, Fife Council, Wednesday, 14th October, 2009

    Fife Council would like your feedback on the Fife Council budget for 2010 -11 and the following years.

  754. Tai Chi classes for over 50s: Kingskettle

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 13th October, 2009

    The Tai Chi class in Kingskettle has started up again after a summer break and will be on a Tuesday evening at 7pm in Kingskettle Village Hall.

  755. Have your say on community safety

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 13th October, 2009

    Fife Community Safety Partnership would like your views on how you feel about crime, antisocial behaviour and other community safety issues.

  756. Fife 2009 winter driving campaign

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 13th October, 2009

    Fife Safety Camera Partnership is providing copies of the newly revised Official Highway Code interactive cd-rom to all community and school libraries as part of the 2009 winter driving campaign.

  757. Fife to prosper as recession eases

    From The Courier, Monday, 12th October, 2009

    Fife's economy should be well placed to prosper in the years ahead as the country comes out of recession, councillors have been assured.

  758. Freuchie Church news: 12 October

    From David Gordon, Monday, 12th October, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Elaine Nicol. Sunday was Harvest Thanksgiving Sunday and the church was tastefully decorated with a variety of vegetables and fruit.

  759. Homecoming for feathered friends

    From The Courier, Friday, 9th October, 2009

    Tens of thousands of pink-footed geese are expected to fly “home” to Scotland from Iceland this month, with many already arriving at the RSPB Vane Farm Nature Reserve on Loch Leven.

  760. Raising profile of prostate cancer

    From The Courier, Friday, 9th October, 2009

    Men are being urged to join forces and take part in a service to raise awareness of prostate cancer, which is to be launched on the east coast of Scotland.

  761. Curtain up for cupar arts festival this weekend

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 9th October, 2009

    After months of hard graft and meticulous planning, the Cupar Arts Festival finally gets under way this weekend.

  762. North Howe Transition Toun bulletin: 07 Oct 09

    From Louise Barron, Thursday, 8th October, 2009

    Included in this issue: LFG Green Library, Apple Press News, NHTT Website, Heart and Soul News, Transition Scotland Events and Letham Nights.

  763. Students welcome grants decision

    From The Courier, Thursday, 8th October, 2009

    Student leaders have welcomed the Scottish Government’s decision to increase grants and loans by £30 million.

  764. Fife to host deaf golf event

    From The Courier, Thursday, 8th October, 2009

    St Andrews is to be the venue for the World Deaf Golf Championships next year.

  765. Food for thought

    From The Courier, Thursday, 8th October, 2009

    Schools across Fife are sowing the seeds for pupils’ future health and wellbeing.

  766. Fife town could be planning blueprint

    From The Courier, Thursday, 8th October, 2009

    A Fife town could become the model used for future planning for the whole of Scotland, it emerged yesterday.

  767. Kingskettle man jets off for extreme jungle race

    From The Courier, Thursday, 8th October, 2009

    A Fife man will be tested to the limit on what has been billed as perhaps the most dangerous race in the world.

  768. Shell Prize

    Tuesday, 6th October, 2009

    Giffordtownians congratulate Laura Munro, or Laura Ferguson as she was when she lived at Charlottetown, for winning first prize in the Shell-sponsored painting exhibition at Kirkcaldy Art Gallery.

  769. Youth, age and intelligence

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 6th October, 2009

    The Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife last week welcomed – with some trepidation – Dr. Beverly Roberts, from Edinburgh University’s Centre for Cognitive Ageing and Cognitive Epidemiology.

  770. Freuchie Rainbows update: 6 Oct 09

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 6th October, 2009

    Our last session before the October break was spent at Muddy Boots. Bambi and Otter met the girls there and a fun time was had by all. We will meet up again on November 5th in the hall at 5 - 6 pm.

  771. Congrats Albert Tavern: CAMRA 09 Scottish & N Ireland Pub of the Year!

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 2nd October, 2009

    Freuchie's real-ale local, the Albert Tavern, has scooped the top spot in a national competition to find the campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) Scottish & Northern Ireland Pub of the Year 2009!

  772. Ladybank quarry extension turned down

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 2nd October, 2009

    There was applause in Cupar's County Hall on Wednesday after the NE Fife Area Committee refused to give Angle Sand & Gravel Company permission to extend its site at Melville Gates.

  773. Kingskettle 'Calendar Girls' in the frame

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 2nd October, 2009

    A brave group of Kettle ladies have stripped off for a cheeky calendar in a bid to raise money for charity.

  774. Fantastic shows & films for £5 - book today only!!!

    From ATT Fife, Friday, 2nd October, 2009

    At 9.00 am on Friday 2nd October, all four Arts and Theatres Trust venues will open their doors for a massive twelve hour Box Office spectacular where you can buy tickets to a variety of shows and films for only £5!

  775. Fitness classes: Kingskettle Memorial Hall

    From Community board, Wednesday, 30th September, 2009

    BA Fitness classes have started in Kingskettle Memorial Hall on Monday evenings and Wednesday mornings.

  776. Smart Community Fife : 2nd AGM

    From Peter Winterborn, Wednesday, 30th September, 2009

    Notice is hereby given that the second Annual General Meeting of the Smart Community Fife (Web Portal) will be held on Thursday 12th November 2009 at 6.30pm in Giffordtown Village Hall.

  777. St Andrews Festival to Light Up Homecoming's Final Day

    From Fire-Fox Communications, Tuesday, 29th September, 2009

    The organisers of the St Andrews Festival have announced an exciting line up of events and concerts in their 2009 programme, culminating in an action packed finale on St Andrews Day.

  778. Secret Garden founder to be 4th plinther

    From Cathy Bache, Monday, 28th September, 2009

    Cathy Bache, founder of the Letham based Secret Garden Outdoor Nursery has secured herself a spot on the 4th plinth in Trafalgar Square, part of the One & Other project: a live artwork by sculptor Antony Gormley.

  779. Freuchie Church News: 28 Sep 09

    From David R.M. Gordon, Monday, 28th September, 2009

    Weekly Church update

  780. Freuchie Rainbows News: 28 Sept 09

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 28th September, 2009

    Rainbows update

  781. Lomond United's new Falkland ground

    From http://www.lomondunited.co.uk/index.html, Monday, 28th September, 2009

    Lomond United AFC have a new ground, 'Tyndall Bruce Park' scheduled to open in Falkland in July 2010, with the first match being played vs SPL side Dundee United!

  782. LV Race Nights available for hire

    From George Page, Monday, 28th September, 2009

    Lomond Victoria AFC are available for Race Night Hires, to help local Clubs, Organisations, and Charities raise funds.

  783. Falkland & Cupar scoop bloom awards

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 25th September, 2009

    Jubilant residents in Falkland learned yesterday (Thursday) that their village had won the ultimate accolade in the Royal Horticultural Society's Britain in Bloom campaign - the 'Champion of Champions' title.

  784. Unique Unicycle Challenge

    From Monique Sanders, Thursday, 24th September, 2009

    Unicycling through Giffordtown last Tuesday were Max Parfitt from London and Adam Cass from Gloucestershire, one stop on their 10000 mile sponsored journey from Land's End to John o' Groats.

  785. Secret Garden Outdoor Nursery seeks PT Assistant Practitioner

    Wednesday, 23rd September, 2009

    The Secret Garden Outdoor Nursery is looking for a Part Time Assistant Practitioner and also has opportunities for Sessional workers and volunteers

  786. Freuchie in Flower Award Evening Presentations

    From Ewen Jardine, Wednesday, 23rd September, 2009

    Freuchie in Flower held its Annual Award Evening in the Lomond Hills Hotel on Monday 21 September.

  787. Freuchie Rainbows News: 21 Sept 09

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 21st September, 2009

    We welcomed 4 new rainbows to our group which brings our numbers up to 12.

  788. Freuchie Church News: 21 Sep 09

    From David R.M. Gordon, Monday, 21st September, 2009

    Mrs. Rosemary Stewart addressed the congregation on the need to fill shoe boxes again this year, to be filled by 19th October.

  789. Congrats Beautiful Fife Winners: Dunshalt & Freuchie

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 21st September, 2009

    Judged on criteria based on national best practise, Dunshalt & Freuchie have both been awarded with Silver certificates in the Beautiful Fife 2009 campaign. Seven category awards and a number of discretionary awards were also presented.

  790. NHTT project wins funding to improve energy efficiency

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 18th September, 2009

    A major energy efficiency drive by a group of local communities in the Howe of Fife has been backed by a grant of almost £115,000 from the Climate Challenge Fund.

  791. Research Opportunity: One Planet Food

    From Helen Lawrenson, Wednesday, 16th September, 2009

    Participative local food research - job opportunity

  792. Freuchie Scout centenary reunion

    From David Gordon, Wednesday, 16th September, 2009

    A reunion to celebrate the Centenary of the Scout Group, was held on 12th September, 2009.

  793. Seeking copy of publication: "The 49th - Pictures in Narvik"

    From Brian Adams, Wednesday, 16th September, 2009

    Smart Community Fife has been contacted by Brian Adams, a friend of a 91 year old veteran of the second world war, who is desperately seeking a copy or news of, a publication, thought to have been published and on-sale to troops in or around Auchtermuchty in the mid 1940s.

  794. Volunteers for food festival

    From Louise Barron, Tuesday, 15th September, 2009

    We are looking for volunteers for NHTT Local Food Festival set up & clear up - can you help?

  795. Auchtermuchty Community Centre Update

    From ACC, Tuesday, 15th September, 2009

    Auchtemuchty Community Centre is a great resource for the Howe of Fife, but when's the last time you used it?

  796. Recycle bottles & help Freuchie Primary build a greenhouse!

    From Freuchie Primary, Tuesday, 15th September, 2009

    Freuchie Primary have teamed up with Bell Baxter High School to build a plastic bottle green house.

  797. Freuchie Centenary Scout reunion update

    Tuesday, 15th September, 2009

    Cubs and Scouts attended morning worship on Sunday, along with many former members, to give thanks for 100 years of Scouting in Freuchie.

  798. Freuchie Church news: 15 September

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 15th September, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, with scripture readings given by Mrs. Margaret Redden and Mr. John Craig, Assistant Scout Leader.

  799. Howe Rotary Club donation

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 15th September, 2009

    Past President Joan Potts and Treasurer David Jack, on behalf of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife, recently presented a cheque for £500 to Falkland Community Hall. Chairman, Anthony Garrett, accepted the donation, as members of the hall committee looked on. The money will be put towards various equipment needed to upgrade the hall, including a hood for the cooker.

  800. Kirsty Lorenz launches new Artist Studio at Ladybank Station

    From Kirsty Lorenz, Monday, 14th September, 2009

    Kirsty has renovated the Old First Aid rooms on Platform 2 to become large bright studios, full of character. From here she is already making her beautiful flower paintings, running art workshops and holding occasional exhibitions.

  801. Lomond get back on the goal standard

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 12th September, 2009

    Lomond United have hit form with two successive league victories in which they scored 11 goals.

  802. Auchtermuchty music workshops

    Saturday, 12th September, 2009

    The workshops restart in the Town Hall, Auchtermuchty on Sunday 13 September from 2-4pm.

  803. Creative writing classes

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 12th September, 2009

    Would you like to get in touch with your creative side?

  804. Singing at Proms

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 12th September, 2009

    A teenager from Falkland will be singing at Proms in the Park in Glasgow Green today.

  805. Newburgh wind energy project awarded grant funding

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 11th September, 2009

    A wind energy project which could reap £18 million for the Newburgh community took another step towards becoming reality this week.

  806. Cupar Arts Festival tickets go on sale

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 11th September, 2009

    The countdown is well under way to the second Cupar Arts Festival.

  807. North Howe Transition Toun bulletin: 10 Sep

    From North Howe Transition Toun, Thursday, 10th September, 2009

    Please find attached the latest Bulletin from the North Howe Transition Toun and other supplementary information. Included in this issue: Energy Group get CCF Grant; Local Food Festival and Food Group Latest; NHTT AGM; CCF Gathering 2009; Letham Nights #7; Pillars Open Day; Monimail Tower Project Apple Day; 10:10 Project Carbon Reduction Challenge

  808. Freuchie Church news: 9 Sep

    From David Gordon, Wednesday, 9th September, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mr. Everett Hill.

  809. Freuchie Rainbows update: 9 Sep

    From Freuchie Rainbows, Wednesday, 9th September, 2009

    Rainbows started back on Thursday 3rd September with a Centenary party we had been invited to by Kettle Brownies.

  810. Falkland Library closure w/c 14 September

    From Falkland Library, Tuesday, 8th September, 2009

    Falkland Library will be closed from the 14th to 18th Sept (inclusive) and will be open again on Tue 22 Sep at 10am.

  811. Freuchie Community Council: Agenda 9 Sep 09

    From Ewen Jardine, Tuesday, 8th September, 2009

    The next Freuchie Community Council meeting will be on 9 Sept 09, at the Lumsden Memorial Hall in Freuchie. Start time: 7.30pm

  812. Youngsters honoured

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 7th September, 2009

    Young people across Fife are excelling in a range of national awards.

  813. Falkland House School praised by inspectors

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 7th September, 2009

    Falkland House School has been praised by inspectors for addressing weaknesses identified in a report published two years ago.

  814. Arizona group study visit to Howe Rotary Club

    From Monique Sanders, Sunday, 6th September, 2009

    A group study exchange team of six members, including team leader, Rotarian Karen Panietz, was hosted over a four day period by members of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife.

  815. Growing Gardens Grants for Schools: apply now!

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 6th September, 2009

    A Growing Gardens grants scheme worth £250 is available for schools and other educational establishments interested in developing and running growing initiatives.

  816. Flu contingency plans in place in Fife

    From The Courier, Sunday, 6th September, 2009

    NHS Fife has said it is ready to deal with any rise in swine flu cases after one MSP claimed the region would be insufficiently prepared for a second wave of the disease.

  817. Give heroes a helping hand

    From The Courier, Sunday, 6th September, 2009

    The Help for Heroes charity is on the lookout for more sponsors for a function being held at RAF Leuchars on the eve of next weekend's international airshow.

  818. Elmwood College launches new partnership

    From Elmwood College, Friday, 4th September, 2009

    A new partnership launched on 1 September 2009 between The Open University in Scotland and Elmwood College will give local people access to one of the country's most flexible and comprehensive learning packages.

  819. Red squirrels given reprieve

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 4th September, 2009

    Red squirrels living in the woods near Ladybank have been given a reprieve after controversial plans to cut down Scots pines to make way for a quarry extension were put on hold.

  820. Doors set to open to the public

    From Fife Direct news, Friday, 4th September, 2009

    East Fife throws its doors open to the public on Sunday, September 6, heralding the start of Doors Open Days in Fife.

  821. Future of Falkland Toddlers Meeting

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 1st September, 2009

    A meeting has been arranged for any parents interested in keeping the toddlers group going.

  822. Falkland art classes resume: 3 & 11 September

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 1st September, 2009

    Art classes resume in Falkland with the afternoon session now held on a Wednesday.

  823. Get off the Beaten Track with Smart Community Fife

    From Jill Donnachie, Tuesday, 1st September, 2009

    Fife's walkers and cyclists are sharing some of their favourite routes and pathways, thanks to this community web portal! Previously unpublished walks and cycle tracks can now be uploaded onto the portal using the latest technology.

  824. North Howe Transition Toun Bulletin: 30 Aug 09

    From North Howe Transition Toun, Sunday, 30th August, 2009

    Find out the latest North Howe Transition toun news.

  825. Kettle Wednesday Club: restarts 9 Sept 09

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 30th August, 2009

    The Kettle Wednesday club will start again in the Memorial Hall on Wednesday 9 September at 2pm.

  826. Common Good Fund ‘failings’

    From The Courier, Sunday, 30th August, 2009

    Fife Council's external auditors have told the local authority it needs to improve the way it looks after the Common Good funds.

  827. Fife Parents Workshop - Girls’ Football

    Sunday, 30th August, 2009

    Tuesday 1st September sees the first Positive Coaching Scotland (PCS) workshop specifically for young female footballers and their parents.

  828. Fife Art 2009 exhibition

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 30th August, 2009

    Amateur artists are being reminded that the deadline is looming for entering Fife Art 2009.

  829. New term for community use courses

    From Fife Direct, Saturday, 29th August, 2009

    Fife’s 13 Community Use Schools offer access to a wide range of excellent recreation and education programmes in an informal friendly atmosphere based within the local community.

  830. Fife Festival of Music syllabus launched

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 28th August, 2009

    The syllabus for the 2010 Fife Festival of Music has been launched.

  831. Call for improvement in rural recycling services

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 28th August, 2009

    Recycling services in north east Fife could be extended.

  832. Support pledged in fight against Binn Farm energy plant

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 28th August, 2009

    The fight against a proposed waste-to-energy plant branded 'a toxic time-bomb' by campaigners has moved up a gear.

  833. Calling all budding comedians

    From Fife Today, Friday, 28th August, 2009

    Comedy lovers are being urged to get involved in this year's Kirkcaldy Comedy Festival.

  834. Eagle spreads her wings again

    From The Courier, Friday, 28th August, 2009

    A golden eagle kept in captivity for so long she could no longer fly is spreading her wings once more with the help of Elite Falconry near Kirkcaldy.

  835. Mental health awareness session

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 25th August, 2009

    Fife Employment Access Trust (FEAT) is a registered charity that supports individuals back into work following mental illness.

  836. Eden Estuary stages open day

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 25th August, 2009

    The Eden Estuary, Scotland's third oldest nature reserve, is hosting its third annual open day on Sunday 30 August.

  837. Fife Council Launches School Safety Campaign

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 25th August, 2009

    Fife Council's Transportation and Education Services, in conjunction with Fife Constabulary, have launched a campaign to improve safety and reduce traffic congestion outside the school gate.

  838. Do you have an interest in Family History?

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 25th August, 2009

    Fife Family History Fair is Scotland’s premier family history event.

  839. Freuchie Church news: 25 August 09

    From David R. M. Gordon, Tuesday, 25th August, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Irene Veitch. Wednesday 2 September, will be the final afternoon tea, with proceeds going to CHAS, Kinross. Teas will be from the usual time of 2pm - 3.30pm, and CHAS will be manning a stall selling a selection of their own goods.

  840. Free Local Food Festival: an excellent day out!

    From Louise, NHTT, Monday, 24th August, 2009

    The North Howe Transition Toun Local Food Group have organised a Local Food Festival in Letham Park on Saturday 19 September from 12.30 to 5.30pm.

  841. New St Andrews hospital links to bus network

    From Fife Today, Monday, 24th August, 2009

    The new St Andrews Community Hospital has been linked in to the bus network in time for its opening next month.

  842. Scottish Government to review planning application in North East Fife

    From The Courier, Monday, 24th August, 2009

    A development in a north east Fife hamlet that was denied permission by local councillors is to come under the scrutiny of a Scottish Government reporter.

  843. Councils improve recycling rates

    From The Courier, Monday, 24th August, 2009

    All four local authorities in Tayside and Fife have managed to improve their performance in recycling rubbish, according to official figures.

  844. Concern over Fife's deprived areas

    From The Courier, Monday, 24th August, 2009

    As the recession stretches the gap between the rich and poor in Fife, more people are dying early in the region’s most deprived areas.

  845. Improved local services for Fifers

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 24th August, 2009

    How Fife's leading organisations will work with the Scottish Government formed the backdrop to a high-level partnership agreement.

  846. Young volunteers on path to success

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 23rd August, 2009

    Teams of young conservation volunteers, working with the Scottish Wildlife Trust (SWT), have been transforming kilometres of pathes throughout Fife, as part of the Fife Core Paths Network Project.

  847. Wildlife watch at Scone Palace tomorrow

    From Scottish Wildlife Trust, Saturday, 22nd August, 2009

    Children are invited to join a great day out to the gardens of Scone Palace as part of an outing on Sunday 23 August (1 - 3 pm) planned by the young people's branch of Scottish Wildlife Trust (SWT); Wildlife Watch.

  848. Falkland youth drama classes resume

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 22nd August, 2009

    Falkland Youth Theatre Drama classes new term starts back on Monday and Tuesdays.

  849. Cupar Homecoming team quiz

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 22nd August, 2009

    The Cupar Homecoming team quiz will be held at Cupar Golf Club on Friday 18 September.

  850. Delay in sports centre facelift

    From Fife Today, Saturday, 22nd August, 2009

    Users of Cupar Sports Centre have hit out after a major refurbishment programme was postponed at the 11th hour.

  851. Leven to Thornton rail link is still on track

    From Fife Today, Saturday, 22nd August, 2009

    Doubts have been raised over a rail link ever being re-established for Leven.

  852. Fife youngsters get top marks

    From Fife Direct, Saturday, 22nd August, 2009

    Young people across Fife are excelling in a varied and interesting range of national awards.

  853. Fife amputee GP in epic walk for Maggie's

    From The Courier, Saturday, 22nd August, 2009

    An inspirational Fife doctor is preparing to walk across Scotland in a week-long fund-raiser to raise more money for Maggie’s Cancer Caring Centres.

  854. Vintage rally this weekend

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st August, 2009

    Hundreds of classic car enthusiasts will assemble at Brucefield Farm, near Ladybank, this weekend for the Fife Association of Vintage Vehicle Owners' 21st rally.

  855. Bloom judges in Falkland

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st August, 2009

    Residents of Falkland are hoping for another blooming success.

  856. Revised bus timetables

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st August, 2009

    A revised bus timetable has recently been issued.

  857. Volunteer conservation day tomorrow at Muchty common

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st August, 2009

    There will be a conservation volunteer day on Auchtermuchty Common tomorrow (Saturday) between 11am and 2pm.

  858. Elmwood Courses

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st August, 2009

    People living in the Howe of Fife are to be given the chance to learn new skills, thanks to a range of courses being launched later this month.

  859. Have your say on Victoria Park

    Friday, 21st August, 2009

    The Ladybank Development Trust are holding consultation sessions outside the Spar store in Ladybank this weekend - 22 and 23 August between 11am and 3pm (weather permitting).

  860. Jumble sale at Cupar YMCA tomorrow

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st August, 2009

    Pupils from Bell Baxter High School have organised a jumble sale at the YMCA in Bonnygate in Cupar tomorrow (Saturday).

  861. All Fifers can do their bit for climate change

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 21st August, 2009

    Gordon Brown believes Britain can lead the way on tackling climate change - and plans to enlist the help of pupils and businesses across Fife to do so.

  862. Turning on the style at C U in the Park

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st August, 2009

    C U in the Park returned to Cupar in style last Thursday with young people from across north east Fife converging on Duffus Park for the music and sports event.

  863. £8.5 million works completed at Lomond Hills water plant

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st August, 2009

    Scottish Water's investment programme at the Lomond Hills treatment works is complete.

  864. Hope for old phoneboxes in Fife

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 21st August, 2009

    Threatened telephone kiosks in north east Fife have been given a lifeline.

  865. Adam Hills launches Kirkcaldy Comedy Festival 2009

    From http://www.fifedirect.org.uk/news/index.cfm?fuseaction=news.display&objectid=2DEC432C-E7FE-CD4A-9A5668B0D9262E3B, Wednesday, 19th August, 2009

    The second annual Kirkcaldy Comedy Festival was launched yesterday in Kirkcaldy by one of the headline acts appearing in this year's event, Adam Hills.

  866. Elmwood College and Auchtermuchty Primary join forces

    From Elmwood College, Wednesday, 19th August, 2009

    A recent qualification delivered by a partnership between Elmwood College and Auchtermuchty Primary School has been hailed as a great success.

  867. Fife set for £13m green energy funding boost

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 19th August, 2009

    Fife's reputation as a world-leading player in Scotland’s renewable energy manufacturing industry is set to be enhanced by a multi-million-pound investment.

  868. Freuchie in Flower invites you to a cream tea!

    From Ewen Jardine, Wednesday, 19th August, 2009

    Freuchie in Flower are holding a Cream Tea on Sunday 23rd August between 2.30pm and 4pm.

  869. Rotary club donates to Parkinson's disease society

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 19th August, 2009

    The Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife last week welcomed, as their speaker, Jean Ballentine of the Fife Branch of the Parkinson's Disease Society.

  870. £100,000 to tackle heart disease in Fife

    From The Courier, Tuesday, 18th August, 2009

    Fife's Health board has been awarded £100,000 to help lead the fight against heart disease, it has been announced.

  871. Pupils raise £800 for CHAS

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 18th August, 2009

    Pupils from Auchtermuchty have been busy of late since they decided to raise money for the Children's Hospice Association Scotland (CHAS) at Rachel House, Kinross.

  872. Falkland wildlife conservation

    Tuesday, 18th August, 2009

    The new paths between Maspie Den and Craigmead wind through a wealth of overgrown rose bay willow herb and countless other shrubs.

  873. Freuchie Special Olympics winner

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 18th August, 2009

    Congratulations to Freuchie's very own Katie Muir, who won a gold medal for the 25m freestyle in Leicester. Special thanks to Fay & Ronnie at the Lomond Hills hotel for sponsoring her.

  874. Calling Strath & Gateside toddlers

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 18th August, 2009

    Busy Bees toddler group is now open to all pre-school children. Come along to Strathmiglo Village Hall on Wednesday mornings at 9.30am for a chat and coffee while the kids have some fun. Sessions begin on 19 August.

  875. Active play sessions: Wee Fit for Wee Folk

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 18th August, 2009

    Active Play Sesssions for pre-school kids are about to get under way in Gateside Memorial Hall.

  876. Young Fife musicians to the fore

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 18th August, 2009

    Almost 200 young Fife musicians will take part in the 2009 Festival of British Youth Orchestras in Edinburgh.

  877. Animal park assists with mental health

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 18th August, 2009

    Fife Employment Access Trust have teamed up with the Fife Animal Park in Collessie to offer a half-day training session in mental health awareness.

  878. New Fife job vacancy service

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 18th August, 2009

    People with disabilities living and working in Fife can sign up for an innovative service for job vacancy information.

  879. Ladybank Forest Evening Walking Events

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 17th August, 2009

    Ladybank Forest Users Group is promoting a series of evening walks focussing on Ladybank Woods for the next four Wednesdays. Participants should assemble in the golf club car park, The Beeches, Ladybank, which is located opposite the water tower. It is anticipated that each walk will take about one hour to 90 minutes depending on stops to look at anything of interest! Walks will commence at 6.30pm.

  880. Paint Kettle Arts & Crafts Project Thanks

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 17th August, 2009

    The Kettle arts and crafts project is now finished for the summer and leaders Pete Cunningham and Susan Reid would like to thank all the youngsters and parents for attending and being a great bunch of people to work with. They would also like to thank all the activity leaders who helped to make it a success.

  881. Kettle Yoga Resumes: 19 Aug

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 17th August, 2009

    The next session of Dru yoga starts in the Memorial Hall on Wednesday evening at 7.30pm. Newcomers welcome. Learn how to relax, enjoy stretches and sequences, and feel the benefit of the instruction of Agnes McAdam.

  882. North Howe Transition Toun: Energy & Food group meetings

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 17th August, 2009

    The next Energy Group meeting will be held at Ash Cottage, Monimail, on Tuesday 18 August at 8pm. Please feel free to come along if you would like to learn more about our plans to reduce carbon emissions in our area.

  883. Joyce Anderson Dance Classes Resume

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 17th August, 2009

    Dance classes for ages three - adults resume in the Masonic Hall, Ladybank on Saturday 22 August. New pupils welcome. Further details are available from Joyce Anderson on 01334 652 418 or 07951 403 460.

  884. FoCC Art Show Seeks Exhibits

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 17th August, 2009

    The annual Collessie art show, this year entitled ‘... An a' that' (Burns and a' that) is looking for exhibits for this year's show.

  885. Preparation for General Election already underway in Fife

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 11th August, 2009

    Although the General Election has yet to be called, Fife’s Electoral Registration Team is already working hard to make sure that the Kingdom’s eligible residents can have their say on polling day.

  886. Freuchie Scout News

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 11th August, 2009

    Scouts returned last Saturday after a week spent at the Auchengillan International Jamboree, near Glasgow.

  887. Freuchie church news

    Tuesday, 11th August, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mrs. Pauline Normand.

  888. Play and plonk

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 11th August, 2009

    Members of the Howe of Fife Rotary Club raised a sum of £280 in aid of CHAS.

  889. Freuchie Community Council: Agenda 12 Aug 09

    From Ewen Jardine, Tuesday, 11th August, 2009

    The next Freuchie Community Council meeting will be on 12 Aug 09, at the Lumsden Memorial Hall in Freuchie. Start time: 7.30pm

  890. Howe of Fife Church to host charity concert in Kettle

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 9th August, 2009

    Howe of Fife Church will play host to a charity concert given by renowned local singer Linda Ballingall and her guests in Kettle Kirk, Kingskettle, on Friday 28 August.

  891. Planning changes

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 9th August, 2009

    The biggest changes to hit Fife's planning rules for 60 years came into effect on Monday.

  892. Red squirrels project receives £50,000 boost

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 9th August, 2009

    A project set up to help save Fife's red squirrels has been given a £50,000.

  893. Volunteers wanted for Auchtermuchty common action day

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 9th August, 2009

    Volunteers are needed to take part in an action day on Auchtermuchty Common.

  894. Falkland in Bloom 2010 Calendar now available

    From Falkland in Bloom, Sunday, 9th August, 2009

    The 2010 Falkland in Bloom calendar has just been launched.

  895. Announcing Muchty's 1st Comedy Festival: Wear the Fox Hat?

    From Andy Heer, Sunday, 9th August, 2009

    Muchty is set to have its first comedy festival in honour of a classic Fox Hat' beer commercial, which first aired in January 1999 and starred comedian Rich Hall.

  896. Kinross gazebo gathering 2009

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 8th August, 2009

    Plans have been revealed for a music festival in the grounds of Kinross House.

  897. Falkland Village Hall celebrates 25th anniversary

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 7th August, 2009

    PEOPLE in Falkland are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their village hall.

  898. Falkland prepares for Britain in Bloom judging

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 7th August, 2009

    FALKLAND is preparing for a visit by representatives from the Royal Horticultural Society next week.

  899. Elmwood College reveals plans for new campus

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 7th August, 2009

    Elmwood College has announced ambitious plans to build a new multi-million pound campus in the grounds of its existing sites in Cupar.

  900. Shukokai's 'Help for Heroes' campaign gets underway

    From Stuart Maxwell, Wednesday, 5th August, 2009

    Saturday the 1st of August saw the start of the Shukokai Karate Academy Scotland's campaign in support of "Help for Heroes". To officially open the campaign the students had a visit from Member of Parliament for Gelnrothes, Lindsay Roy.

  901. Attention Cooks: Michael Winners Dining Stars wants you!

    From Sphie Wells, ITV, Wednesday, 5th August, 2009

    Could you or someone you know impress Britain's most famous restaurant critic with your cooking? Infamous critic Michael Winner is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to talented amateur cooks.

  902. Vote for Loch Leven Heritage Trail to win Lottery £

    From Daniel Parker, Tuesday, 4th August, 2009

    The charity behind the project to create a heritage trail round Loch Leven is rallying last-minute public support in its bid to win lottery cash.

  903. Freuchie Garden Competition: 2009 Winners

    From Ewen Jardine, Tuesday, 4th August, 2009

    Announcing the 2009 winners of Freuchie in Flower's Garden Competition.

  904. Walk for diabetes

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 3rd August, 2009

    Fifers are being urged to ‘walk the extra mile' for Diabetes UK Scotland.

  905. NHTT Food Meeting, July 09

    From Monique Sanders, Monday, 3rd August, 2009

    About twenty folk turned up at the Transition Toun Group meeting in Giffordtown Hall a week past Tuesday.

  906. Loch Leven Heritage Trail in final of National Lottery Awards

    From Fife Today, Monday, 3rd August, 2009

    The Loch Leven Heritage Trail, a pathway recently opened in Kinross-shire that gives access to a recognised nature reserve which was previously closed to the public, has battled its way through to the final stage of the National Lottery Awards 2009.

  907. Sessional Workers Wanted: North Howe Transition Toun

    From Louise, NHTT, Monday, 3rd August, 2009

    We're looking for some paid Sessional workers to undertake a survey amongst local residents about how best to reduce carbon emissions.

  908. Slow Food Members invited to Edinburgh Suppers at Home

    From Viv Collie, Monday, 3rd August, 2009

    If any of you happen to be travelling to Edinburgh this August for the Festival (or any other reason), the Edinburgh convivium would like to extend a warm invitation to join one of our Slow Suppers @ Home, taking place in local members' homes across the city right through the month.

  909. Boatload of sheep keep St Serf’s Island trim

    From Scottish National Heritage, Sunday, 2nd August, 2009

    Visitors to Loch Leven were recently surprised to see a boat full of sheep on their way to St Serf's Island.

  910. Falkland traffic calming measures

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 2nd August, 2009

    Fife Council is about to embark on long-awaited new traffic calming measures in Falkland.

  911. International guests to perform at Letham Nights

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 2nd August, 2009

    T in the Park may be over for another year, but the music plays on in North East Fife with more "Letham Nights".

  912. Strathmiglo development ‘cannot be justified'

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 2nd August, 2009

    Plans for a residential development in countryside just outside Strathmiglo, cannot be justified, according to a Scottish Governement reporter.

  913. Mysteries of the Ladybank Woods

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 2nd August, 2009

    Ladybank Woods provide the backdrop for a new children's adventure from Fife author C. Richard Toye.

  914. Kettle yoga taking a break

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 1st August, 2009

    The yoga group will take a short break and recommence the next session in the Memorial Hall in Kettle on Wednesday 19 August at 7.30pm.

  915. Howe Rotary shelter at the Big Tent

    From Monique Sanders, Saturday, 1st August, 2009

    A wee tent was erected at the Big Tent by the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife at last weekend’s eco-friendly Falkland Festival.

  916. Record number of visitors at Big Tent '09

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 31st July, 2009

    A record 10,000 visitors flocked to Falkland to take part in the country's biggest eco music festival, the Big Tent, at the weekend.

  917. North Howe Transition Toun bulletin 30 July 09

    From Louise Barron, Friday, 31st July, 2009

    Download the latest news from the North Howe Transition Toun (in pdf format).

  918. Music for a summer's evening

    From Trisha Pearce, Thursday, 30th July, 2009

    Come along for a delightful evening of music at Monimail Church, Letham on 20 August.

  919. Big Tent, big fun!

    From Jill Donnachie, Wednesday, 29th July, 2009

    The Smart Community Fife team had a great time at the festival and enjoyed meeting with the many local people who came to chat to us in the Climate Champions Zone and the the Adam Smith MOLI bus.

  920. Family fun weekend at the Scottish Deer Centre

    From Scottish Deer Centre, Wednesday, 29th July, 2009

    Come along to the Scottish Deer Centre on 8th and 9th August for a family fun day.

  921. Freuchie Scout news: trip to Auchengillan

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 28th July, 2009

    As part of the Scout Group centenary celebrations, Freuchie Scouts leave on Saturday for a week at Auchengillan, Glasgow.

  922. Freuchie Church news

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 28th July, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Mr. Iain Mitchell, Q.C., a Reader in Dunfermline Presbytery.

  923. Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter Jul 09

    From Roy Giles, Tuesday, 28th July, 2009

    Download the July 09 newsletter with updates on crime figures across Fife and news and advice for the summer months.

  924. Shukokai offers helping hand to heroes (& FREE karate classes)

    From Stuart Maxwell, Tuesday, 28th July, 2009

    Announcing Shukokai Karate Academy Scotland's (S.K.A.S) support of Help for Heroes

  925. Fountain lion is rampant again

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 26th July, 2009

    Falkland’s famous lion is rampant once again, with repair and restoration work now completed on the Bruce Fountain at the heart of the historic village.

  926. Freuchie in Flower news

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 25th July, 2009

    Freuchie is a mass of colour, thanks to the efforts of villagers and the Freuchie in Flower team.

  927. Summer yoga classes

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 25th July, 2009

    The Kettle yoga group continues to meet over the summer evenings.

  928. Kettle arts & crafts project

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 25th July, 2009

    The children all enjoyed last weekend's activities.

  929. Loch Leven osprey walk

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 25th July, 2009

    Loch Leven national nature reserve is holding another of its popular osprey walks on Thursday 6 August.

  930. Freuchie Garden Competition Judging: 27 July

    From Freuchie Store, Thursday, 23rd July, 2009

    Weather permitting the Freuchie in Flower Garden Competition will be judged on Monday 27 July.

  931. Letham Nights Goes from Strength to Strength

    From Mike Farrell, Wednesday, 22nd July, 2009

    Another stunning T-in-the-Park may be over but for the music scene in Fife, the beat goes on with more ‘Letham Nights'...

  932. Bell Baxter class of '59 school reunion

    From Alexander Davis, Wednesday, 22nd July, 2009

    The 1959-60 intake of pupils at Bell Baxter High School are holding a reunion at the School on 29 August 2009 from 1130 till around 4pm. For more information contact bellbaxter@googlemail.com by 10 August.

  933. Your chance to see Falkland‘s Big Book this summer

    From Marilyn Workman, Wednesday, 22nd July, 2009

    You may have heard a lot about the Falkland Big Book from those who took part in the Falkland Steward’s project (funded by Awards for all and facilitated by Jan Hendry and Alan of FifeOchre Design).

  934. Broadband at the Big Tent '09 thanks to Smart Community Fife

    From Smart Community Fife, Wednesday, 22nd July, 2009

    Thanks to Smart Community Fife in conjunction with Adam Smith College, broadband facilities will be available to all festival-goers for the first time at the Big Tent Festival on 25 and 26 July 2009. Come and visit us in the bus by the stage.

  935. Free travel to Big Tent!

    From The Big Blog, Tuesday, 21st July, 2009

    Why not leave the care and come on our free bus service off the train station at Markinch?

  936. Falkland wins Sustainability Award in Scottish Calor Village of the Year

    From Helen Lawrenson, Tuesday, 21st July, 2009

    Falkland may not be a regional winner in this year's competition but it has claimed a special category award for sustainability. Well done all those who were involved.

  937. Freuchie Church news: 20 Jul 09

    From David Gordon, Monday, 20th July, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, with scripture readings given by Mrs. Irene Veitch.

  938. Muchty Festival wants you!

    From Auchtermuchty Festival, Sunday, 19th July, 2009

    Every year the Festival runs some great family entertainment, but it couldn't happen without the involvement of our community. There are lots of events to take part in and the big ones are looking for contestants.

  939. Fife launch of story collection

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 18th July, 2009

    A group of writers are to hold the Fife launch of their new book in Freuchie's Lomond Hills Hotel next week.

  940. East coast line must be improved

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 18th July, 2009

    It's vital for Fife that the east coast rail line is maintained and improved.

  941. Dream date at Falkland Palace

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 18th July, 2009

    One of Shakespeare's most magical works - A Midsummer Night's Dream - will be brought to life for visitors to Falkland Palace on Friday 24 July.

  942. Events at Vane Farm

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 17th July, 2009

    RSPB Vane Farm is offering a series of events to entertain and educate youngsters during the summer holidays.

  943. Kettle Flower Show schedules available

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 17th July, 2009

    The schedules for this year's flower show which will be held on Sunday 23 August, are now available at Kettle Convenience Store.

  944. North Howe Transition Toun local food group meeting

    From North Howe Transition Toun, Friday, 17th July, 2009

    The NHTT Local Food Group will be holding its next meeting in Giffordtown Hall on Tuesday 21 July at 7.30pm. There will be a presentation by the Newburgh Orchard Group and a short talk on permaculture. It promised to be an interesting evening so please come along. Anyone wanting further information should call Hayley on 01337 810342

  945. Nature runs its course in Collessie

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 17th July, 2009

    As summer takes us full on into the warm and sunny endless days, not even a sudden shower can alter the glow of having a real summer at last, here in Collessie.

  946. Strathmiglo Primary School receives top marks from inspectors

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 17th July, 2009

    Strathmiglo Primary School has been given top marks by school inspectors.

  947. Marathon cyclist Mark conquers Alaskan range

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 17th July, 2009

    Record breaking cyclist Mark Beaumont has arrived in the city of Whitehorse, Canada, after conquering North America's highest mountain and pedalling over 850 miles.

  948. Be a part of new Ladybank environmental group

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 17th July, 2009

    The Ladybank Development Trust is keen to form an environmental group within Ladybank.

  949. Volunteers required for Fife Tour 2009

    From Fife Athletic Club, Thursday, 16th July, 2009

    With a record entry set for this year's Tour of Fife we shall need a number of volunteers.

  950. Camping at the Big Tent Festival

    From Big Tent Festival, Thursday, 16th July, 2009

    The Big Tent Festival camp site is now almost full. This is a pre-booked camp site only - if you are planning to camp you need to book now. Phone Rothes Halls (01592) 61 11 01 now if you want to come. Please have your card details ready when you call.

  951. Capturing the magic of living in Fife

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 16th July, 2009

    Councillor Peter Grant, The Leader of Fife Council's Administration, and Councillor Brian Goodall, the Strategic Chair of the Housing & Communities Committee met recently with two of Fife's Cultural Coordinators to mark the publication of a new ‘story' written for people of Fife, of all ages.

  952. Howe of Fife Rotary Club news

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 14th July, 2009

    At the recent club assembly, attended by Assistant District Governor Harry Leadbitter, past president Joan Potts handed over the chain of office to incoming president Dennis Beattie.

  953. Climate Challenge ceilidh opens The Big Tent '09

    From Big Tent Festival, Tuesday, 14th July, 2009

    Have you got your ticket for the ceilidh on the first night of the Big Tent Festival?

  954. Gateside golfers set for an international challenge for charity

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 12th July, 2009

    Alan Wright, David Jones and his brother are taking part in a charity event playing seven games of golf in seven countries in seven days to raise money for the Quarriers.

  955. Freuchie Church news: 12 Jul 09

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 12th July, 2009

    The joint service in Freuchie last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol.

  956. Freuchie Scout news: 12 Jul 09

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 12th July, 2009

    Scouts from 15th Fife (Freuchie) Scout Group recently celebrated their 100th birthday by spending the weekend kayaking and dinghy sailing down under the Forth Railway Bridge.

  957. Falkland fountain restored

    From Bob Beveridge, Fife Herald, Sunday, 12th July, 2009

    Falkland's historic fountain has been restored.

  958. North East Fife tennis facilities praised

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 11th July, 2009

    Tennis facilities in north east Fife have been praised this week, amid criticism of provision throughout the country as a whole.

  959. Fife acts appear at T in the Park this weekend

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 11th July, 2009

    Wellies will once again be an essential item, but the prospect of a mudbath is unlikely to dampen the spirits of revellers at T in the Park this weekend.

  960. Guide dog open day

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 11th July, 2009

    For anyone whose sight loss makes it difficult to get around independently or live life to the full, a guide dog could make a life-changing difference.

  961. More details of Fife councillors' expenses to be published

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 11th July, 2009

    Fife councillors have voted unanimously to have their details of their expenses claims published on a regular basis.

  962. Scotland's Homecoming celebrations: forthcoming events

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 11th July, 2009

    As part of Scotland's Homecoming celebrations, there will be a charity concert and fete in Haugh Park in Cupar.

  963. Lomond United are back from Poland

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 11th July, 2009

    Lomond United AFC returned from their pre-season tournament in Poland with a third place finish.

  964. Property must be protected

    From Fife Herald, Saturday, 11th July, 2009

    North East Fife MP, Sir Menzies Campbell, and MSP Iain Smith have called for the protection of people’s properties and ensuring clear transport routes to be top priority during instances of flooding.

  965. Successful art exhibition

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 6th July, 2009

    Art and design and interior decoration students at Elmwood College in Cupar have staged another successful exhibition.

  966. Take part in Freuchie in Gardens competition

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 6th July, 2009

    The Freuchie in Flower team is hard at work planting out tubs, hanging baskets and beds around the village.

  967. Survival of the fittest at Birnie and Gaddon lochs

    From Fife Herald - Tony Wilson, Monday, 6th July, 2009

    It’s always a joyous time when the cygnets hatch out and this year is no exception, even though it’s tinged with sadness.

  968. Diversity of Fife festivals praised

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 6th July, 2009

    North East Fife MSP Iain Smith has been heralding the virtues of Fife festivals in the Scottish Parliament.

  969. School holiday dates agreed

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 6th July, 2009

    School holiday dates for 2010-11 have been agreed by Fife Council's education and children's services committee.

  970. College campaign

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 6th July, 2009

    Elmwood College is playing a key role in a new marketing campaign by Scotland's colleges.

  971. Falkland fountain update

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 6th July, 2009

    Work to restore Falkland's historic fountain got under way last week, and the need for temporary traffic lights was avoided.

  972. Barnardo's donations

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 6th July, 2009

    Charitable post office customers in Fife are now able to make over-the-counter donations to Barnardos.

  973. Courses in family history research

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 3rd July, 2009

    Elmwood College is responding to the growing popularity of family history research by offering two six-week courses on the subject.

  974. Pupils walk on the wild side

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 3rd July, 2009

    Youngsters at Falkland Primary School have been taking a walk on the wild side!

  975. Freuchie Scouts: top cub award

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 3rd July, 2009

    Fraser Clunas (10) received the Best Cub trophy from Cub leader Sally Lawson of the 15th Fife (Freuchie) Scout Group.

  976. Freuchie Scout Group reunion update

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 30th June, 2009

    The response to invitations to hold a dinner to mark the centenary of the Scout Group was such that it has been decided to cancel the dinner in favour of a buffet supper at a cost of £10 per person.

  977. Church news: Freuchie 29 June 09

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 30th June, 2009

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  978. Any old mattresses or sofas out there?

    From Helen Lawrenson, Monday, 29th June, 2009

    The Big Tent is looking for old furniture for the festival. We'd be happy to pick up and collect items and promise to recycle the mattresses and sofas afterwards so they don't go to landfill.

  979. World champion cyclist from Newburgh achieves major goal

    Monday, 29th June, 2009

    World record-breaking cyclist, Mark Beaumont, has achieved the first goal on his 'Cycling the Americas' challenge. Mark, from Newburgh, conquered North America's highest mountain, Mount McKinley, last Wednesday (June 17).

  980. Top marks for local schools

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 29th June, 2009

    Schools in north east Fife are a shining example to the rest of Scotland according to a new report by education bosses.

  981. Otters arrive at the Scottish Deer Centre

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 26th June, 2009

    Some 'otterly' charming new residents have arrived at the Scottish Deer Centre.

  982. New Falkland Theatre Group

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 26th June, 2009

    Falkland has a new Amateur Repetory Theatre Group. Take part in a new pantomime, McCinders, being premiered in January of next year - written by local resident and playwright Scott Fraser Collins.

  983. Falkland Village Hall receives lottery funded grant

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 26th June, 2009

    Falkland Village Hall Organisation have just received and "Awards for All" Lottery Funded Grant of £9812 to enable them to buy professional theatre lighting, staging and sound equipment.

  984. Freuchie in Flower talks

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 26th June, 2009

    There was a very well attended meeting last week when there was an extended discussion about the future of Freuchie in Flower.

  985. Freuchie Primary Sports day

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 26th June, 2009

    Freuchie school enjoyed a lovely afternoon for its annual school sports on Friday 19 June.

  986. Active play sessions for pre-school kids in Gateside

    From Wee Fit for Wee Folk, Friday, 26th June, 2009

    Wee Fit for Wee Folk starts this August on Wednesdays and Thursdays at Gateside Memorial Hall.

  987. Freuchie Plant Sale success

    From Fife Herald, Thursday, 25th June, 2009

    The annual Freuchie plant sale was held on Sunday and raised just over £2800 for Scotland's Garden's Scheme - 40% of the sum goes to the SSAFA (Forces Help).

  988. Fife Coast and Countryside Trust milestone

    From Fife Herald, Thursday, 25th June, 2009

    Fife Coast and Countryside Trust (FCCT) has marked a milestone by signing a five-year contract with Fife Council to continue to deliver countryside services on its behalf.

  989. New BUS SERVICE changes for NE Fife: from 17 Aug 09

    Wednesday, 24th June, 2009

    Fife Council have annouced significant changes to some of the bus services affecting many Howe villages.

  990. Searching for members of 'Braid' family in Freuchie

    From Alan Braid, Tuesday, 23rd June, 2009

    Alan Braid, who lives in New Zealand, is tracing his roots in Freuchie and would appreciate any contact with anyone who might be related to him, as well as any old photographs of Freuchie Village and 'the Smithies'.

  991. Freuchie Rainbows: Muddy Boots trip

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 22nd June, 2009

    It was our last meeting on the 18th June before we broke up for the holidays. We took the girls to Muddy Boots and a great time was had by all.

  992. Freuchie Church: fundraising update

    From David R. M. Gordon , Monday, 22nd June, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol with scripture readings given by Mrs. Margaret Hill.

  993. Ditch the car for Big Tent & win!

    From Big Tent Festival, Monday, 22nd June, 2009

    Sustrans and Big Tent 2009 are giving twenty fantastic Sustrans t-shirts away to the festival goers who have travelled the furthest sustainably to the Big Tent 2009!

  994. Line up of family fun at Big Tent festival

    From Mike Small, Monday, 22nd June, 2009

    Families attending this year’s Big Tent festival will be treated to an entertainment extravaganza with the biggest and best ever timetable of fun filled activities.

  995. Pete Shepheard to tutor Traditional Song, Music & Dance Week

    From Peter Shepheard, Monday, 22nd June, 2009

    Balmalcolm based musician and Scots singing talent Pete Shepheard will be a tutor at the 2009 Traditional Music, Song & Dance Week in Dundee (12th to 17th July 2009).

  996. North Howe Transition Toun Bulletin: June 09

    From Leilani Van Koten, Sunday, 21st June, 2009

    North Howe Transition Staff Appointed Community Gathering, Sat 15th , Collessie Village Hall North Howe Transition Toun e Barter Transition Training Recording CIK (Contributions In Kind) Transition Regional Gathering NHTT Local Food Group Energy Group Successful Climate Challenge Bid - Summary and Budget Monimail Tower Permaculture Course Dates for Diary.....

  997. Poetry at the Big Tent Festival

    From The Big Tent Festival, Sunday, 21st June, 2009

    The Poetry Tent this year is hosted again by Lapidus Scotland, a creative community of writers who use the literary arts for healing.

  998. Fife still pulling in tourists

    From The Courier, Friday, 19th June, 2009

    FIFE HAS bucked the trend with an increase in the numbers of visitors to local attractions, according to the latest figures issued by VisitScotland.

  999. NHTT open day success

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 19th June, 2009

    The Transition Toun movement for North Fife, known as NHTT, offered an open day in Collessie Village Hall on 13 June. This was to give residents in the Howe villages, Collessie, Giffordtown and Letham, a chance to hear of ways and plans to fulfill the Climate Challenge and meet the criteria for climate change in the Howe.

  1000. Freuchie Church news 16 June

    From David R. M. Gordon, Tuesday, 16th June, 2009

    Freuchie Church news 16 June

  1001. Falkland Trad Music Festival tickets now on sale

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 12th June, 2009

    Tickets for the fourth Falkland Traditional Music Festival are now on sale.

  1002. Auchtermuchty Scout Group Charity Fair

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 12th June, 2009

    This Sunday, 7 June from 2pm the Auchtermuchty Scout Group will be holding an afternoon fair with stalls and refreshments in aid of several cancer charities.

  1003. Falkland shortlisted for Scottish Calor Village of the Year

    From http://www.calorvillageoftheyear.org/scotland/winners-2009/nine-villages-to-face-judges.html, Thursday, 11th June, 2009

    Well done to Falkland, one of 9 villages successfully short-listed in the Scottish Calor Village of the Year Competition 2009.

  1004. Freuchie's annual garden competition

    From Ewen Jardine, Wednesday, 10th June, 2009

    Get involved with our community’s annual garden competition and help make our village an even better place to live.

  1005. Freuchie Rainbows update 10 June

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 10th June, 2009

    Last Thursday the girls made Father's Day cards, or one to a special person in their life.

  1006. Freuchie Litter Pick Thanks

    From Ewen Jardine, Tuesday, 9th June, 2009

    A torrential downpour just before the start of Freuchie Community Council's litter pick failed to deter around 30 volunteers from turning up on Saturday 6th June.

  1007. ILA assistance paying for language courses

    From Maureen Londra, Tuesday, 9th June, 2009

    For those of you currently enrolled on any of my classes with the Adam Smith College or Community Use High Schools that use your Individual Learning Account to pay for it...

  1008. Freuchie in Flower: Scout Centenary Celebrated

    From Ewen Jardine, Tuesday, 9th June, 2009

    Mick Adams and Anita McKain have designed and planted the Millenium bed at the top of Eden Valley Row to celebrate the Centenary of Freuchie Scouts. Already it and the many other displays around the village are colourful features.

  1009. Freuchie Scout News 8 June 09

    From David R. M. Gordon, Monday, 8th June, 2009

    The Cubs spent last weekend at Fordell Firs as part of the centenary celebrations.

  1010. Church News: Freuchie 8 June 09

    From David R. M. Gordon, Monday, 8th June, 2009

    Freuchie Church News June 09

  1011. Winner of the Birnie Loch Photography Competition

    From Fife Herald / Fife Ranger, Monday, 8th June, 2009

    Winner is of the Birnie Loch Photography Competition is announced.

  1012. Freuchie Community Council: Agenda 10 June 09

    From Ewen Jardine, Monday, 8th June, 2009

    The next Freuchie Community Council meeting will be on 10 June 09, at the Lumsden Memorial Hall in Freuchie. Start time: 7.30pm

  1013. Announcing New Fife Diet Staff... & Quinoa in Upper Largo!

    From Mike Small, Sunday, 7th June, 2009

    The award-winning Fife Diet project is delighted to announce 4 new posts.

  1014. Repair work on Falkland's historic fountain

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 5th June, 2009

    Repair work underway on Falkland fountain

  1015. Zoolab Visit at Kettle Primary

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 5th June, 2009

    The children at Kettle Primary got to handle and view some exotic animals during a visit from Zoolab recently.

  1016. Kettle Flower Show thanks

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 5th June, 2009

    Thanks to everyone who came along to the plant sale.

  1017. Christian Aid Fundraising Update

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 5th June, 2009

    An update on generous donations from Giffordtown, Charlottetown, Edentown and Kinloch.

  1018. New Language & Culture Hub in Fife

    From Maureen Londra, Thursday, 4th June, 2009

    July sees the launch of the vibrant new Language & Culture Hub in Fife

  1019. Anzio Talk at Howe of Fife Rotary Club

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 3rd June, 2009

    Two former Newburgh Primary School pupils, who attended the 65th anniversary commemorations of the Anzio Landings in Italy, recently recounted their experiences to members of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife.

  1020. Freuchie Litter Pick 09: Volunteers Wanted

    From Ewen Jardine, Wednesday, 3rd June, 2009

    Volunteer for the 2009 Freuchie Litter Pick event

  1021. Freuchie Scout Group AGM

    From David R. M. Gordon, Tuesday, 2nd June, 2009

    News about the recent Scout Group AGM

  1022. Freuchie Rainbows Sports Day

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 2nd June, 2009

    The girls had great fun and perfect weather at their sports day.

  1023. Birnie & Gaddon Loch News June 09

    From Tony Wilson, Tuesday, 2nd June, 2009

    Birnie & Gaddon Loch News June 09

  1024. Freuchie Scout Update: 31 May 09

    From David R.M. Gordon, Sunday, 31st May, 2009

    The Millenium Bed has now been planted. Freuchie Cubs and Scouts are camping the weekend at Fordell Firs.

  1025. Freuchie Church News: 31 May 09

    From David R.M. Gordon, Sunday, 31st May, 2009

    Recent fundraising totals and thanks

  1026. Weekend Arts & Crafts for Youth

    From Pete Cunningham, Saturday, 30th May, 2009

    Saturday and Sunday Arts & Crafts Project for young people

  1027. Can you Flamenco?

    From Shirlie Christie, Thursday, 28th May, 2009

    To celebrate the popularity of great Spanish food & wine, The Crown Hotel & Restuarant in Kingskettle is looking for a local flamenco dancer / guitarist.

  1028. Comfortable B&B accommodation now available at The Bruce

    From Peter Smurthwaite, Thursday, 28th May, 2009

    Rooms now available at The Bruce

  1029. Freuchie Rainbows News: 26 May 09

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 26th May, 2009

    At Rainbows last week Lucy and Louise were in charge of the evening and organised a treasure hunt around Chrisiegait.

  1030. Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter May 09

    From Fife Police, Monday, 25th May, 2009

    For an update on monthly crime figures, and comment from the Howe's community PC Ian Laing, download the May 09 newsletter.

  1031. Strathmiglo United win Fife Amateur Cup

    From John Schofield, Saturday, 23rd May, 2009

    Strathmiglo United win Fife Amateur Cup

  1032. Falkland filming a success!

    From Marilyn Workman, Friday, 22nd May, 2009

    Falkland went back to its roots and the Entente Cordiale this week, welcoming many European visitors in the village to shoot motion picture 'Imogene'.

  1033. Garden at Lathrisk House - Opens Sunday

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 22nd May, 2009

    Garden at Lathrisk House - Opens Sunday

  1034. International Biodiversity Day - TODAY!

    From scotland.gov.uk, Friday, 22nd May, 2009

    International Biodiversity Day - TODAY!

  1035. Closure of Hill of Tarvit Mansionhouse confirmed

    From fife Today, Friday, 22nd May, 2009

    Closure of Hill of Tarvit Mansionhouse confirmed

  1036. North Howe Transition Toun Bulletin 10

    From Leilani Van Koten, Wednesday, 20th May, 2009

    North Howe Transition Toun Bulletin 10

  1037. Birnie Loch Photographic Competition

    From Fife Ranger Service , Wednesday, 20th May, 2009

    BIRNIE LOCH PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION

  1038. Freuchie Rainbows Update

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 20th May, 2009

    Freuchie Rainbows Update

  1039. Letham's Secret Garden seeks staff and volunteers

    From http://www.secretgardenoutdoor-nursery.co.uk/ , Tuesday, 19th May, 2009

    We are recruiting a part-time Assistant Practitioner to start early July.

  1040. A Little Taste of Cuba at Scotland’s Largest Eco Festival!

    Monday, 18th May, 2009

    A Little Taste of Cuba at Scotland’s Largest Eco Festival!

  1041. 5-aside Footie Competition: Register by 10 June

    From Alexander Simpson, Monday, 18th May, 2009

    A reminder that Lomond United AFC are running this years Falkland Festival 5-a-side toutnament on Sat 20 June.

  1042. Auchtermuchty Festival Traditional Music Weekend: 14-16 Aug 09

    From Phil Kirshner, Monday, 18th May, 2009

    Come and join us for a great weekend of traditional music and song in Auchtermuchty from 14 to 16 August.

  1043. Rural roads targeted in police crackdown

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 15th May, 2009

    Rural roads targeted in police crackdown

  1044. Freuchie plants stolen!

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 15th May, 2009

    Freuchie plants stolen!

  1045. Andrew Arbuckle's new book just published

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 15th May, 2009

    Andrew Arbuckle's new book just published

  1046. Walks in Scotland

    From NTS, Thursday, 14th May, 2009

    Walks in Scotland

  1047. Big Tent tickets now on sale!

    From The Big Tent, Thursday, 14th May, 2009

    Big Tent festival tickets now available

  1048. Inspectors rate Bell Baxter "very good" over all areas

    From Fife Council, Wednesday, 13th May, 2009

    Using the new inspection model, introduced last year, the school was rated as 'very good' across allindicators. This report ranks Bell Baxter as one of Scotland's top performing schools.

  1049. Film extras wanted!

    Tuesday, 12th May, 2009

    French feature film 'Imogene' filming in Falkand between 19 and 21 May need people to take part in the film as supporting 'artistes'.

  1050. Big Tent calls for volunteers

    From Lesley Mclaren, Monday, 11th May, 2009

    The Big Tent, Scotland's Largest Eco Festival is putting a call out to volunteers to help on the weekend of the 25th and 26th of July.

  1051. Freuchie Scout News

    From David R. M. Gordon, Monday, 11th May, 2009

    Freuchie Scout News

  1052. Freuchie Church News

    From David R. M. Gordon, Monday, 11th May, 2009

    Freuchie Church News

  1053. Freuchie Community Council - Approved Minutes March 09

    From Ewen Jardine, Monday, 11th May, 2009

    The approved minutes of the 11 Mar 09 Freuchie Community Council meeting are now available for you to read.

  1054. Freuchie Community Council: Agenda 13 May 09

    From Ewen Jardine, Monday, 11th May, 2009

    The next Freuchie Community Council meeting will be on 13 May 09, at the Lumsden Memorial Hall in Freuchie. Start time: 7.30pm

  1055. Success for Fife Shukokai Students

    From Stuart Maxwell, Monday, 11th May, 2009

    Congrats to Fife Shukokai students, who on Sunday 3 May passed, a gruelling 3-hour long grading (exam) with Sensei Steven Morris (6th Dan) Chief Instructor for Kobe Osaka Scotland, and his assistant Sensei Paul Lapsley.

  1056. Open Studios event proves a big success!

    From Fife Today, Friday, 8th May, 2009

    Open Studios event proves a big success!

  1057. Support Falkland mum & local hairdresser raise awareness of cot death

    From Scott Robb, Wednesday, 6th May, 2009

    Mackenzie's death has inspired a group of hairdressers in Falkland to fundraise for the Trust by participating in a 10K road race.

  1058. Kids age 6-8 years? Interested in attending Beavers?

    From David R. M. Gordon, Tuesday, 5th May, 2009

    To determine the interest in reforming the Beaver Section, parents of boys and girls in the age 6 to 8 group are being invited to a meeting on Thursday evening, 14th May in the Lumsden Memorial Hall at 7 p.m.

  1059. Freuchie Church News

    From David R. M. Gordon, Tuesday, 5th May, 2009

    Freuchie Church News

  1060. Scotland ready for carbon capture

    From scotland.gov.uk, Tuesday, 5th May, 2009

    Scotland ready for carbon capture

  1061. North Howe Transition Toun employment opportunities

    Tuesday, 5th May, 2009

    North Howe Transition Toun seeks 2 new staff

  1062. Mix with Royalty at Falkland Palace

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 1st May, 2009

    Mix with Royalty - Falkland Palace

  1063. Precious Metal Bursary Award 2009

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 1st May, 2009

    Precious Metal Bursary Award 2009

  1064. Climate Change presentation by Alex Hill

    From Freuchie Flood Action Group, Friday, 1st May, 2009

    Climate Change Talk Write-up

  1065. Freuchie Cricket Club Team Selections (Junior & Senior)

    From Round the Wicket, Wednesday, 29th April, 2009

    Freuchie Cricket Club have made their team selections for the 1st and 2nd XV for the up and coming season, which for the seniors kicks off on Sat, and for the juniors begins tonight, 29 April 5.30pm at Freuchie Cricket ground. Head along and support them if you can.

  1066. Freuchie Church News

    From David R. M. Gordon, Monday, 27th April, 2009

    Freuchie Church News

  1067. Climate Change Talk by Alex Hill of the Met Office

    From Freuchie Flood Action Group, Monday, 27th April, 2009

    Climate Change Talk by Alex Hill of the Met Office

  1068. Men Should Weep - Auchtermuchty Theatre Group

    From Steven Robertson, Monday, 27th April, 2009

    This play is the pinical of Ena Lamont Stewart's career. The story of a family from the slums of Glasgow, each member with their story to tell. The unemployed father, the son with TB, the drunk, lazy eldest son, the daughter with loose morals, the self-rightous sister which is all held together by the strength of the mother's character.

  1069. Creative SEWERS wanted!

    From Centre for Stewardship, Sunday, 26th April, 2009

    Festival organisers the Falkland Centre for Stewardship would dearly love to find a person / people who can source and sew recycled fabrics / materials to create brilliant bunting for this year's festival on 25-26 July.

  1070. New Pharmacy Opens in Falkland

    From Karen Kelly, Sunday, 26th April, 2009

    The new pharmacy in Falkland opened its doors on Monday 20 April 2009.

  1071. Filming in Falkland: 18 to 23 May

    From Various, Friday, 24th April, 2009

    Filming in Falkland

  1072. Fife Diet Couple Top Scotland's Green List

    From Various / The Scotsman, Thursday, 23rd April, 2009

    Hot on the heels of their recent Observer Food Monthly 'Ethical Contribution' award, Mike and Karen Small of the Fife Diet have today been hailed by the Sustainable Development Commission Scotland as the country's leading green champions.

  1073. Mysteries of the Ladybank Woods - recent Book Publication

    From Monique Sanders, Thursday, 23rd April, 2009

    Mysteries of the Ladybank Woods - recent Book Publication

  1074. Freuchie Church News

    From David R. M. Gordon, Thursday, 23rd April, 2009

    Freuchie Church News

  1075. The Bruce is open for business!

    From The Bruce, Wednesday, 22nd April, 2009

    The Bruce opened on Easter Monday and welcomes locals and visitors alike.

  1076. Elmwood College - HNC Working with Communities

    From Elmwood College, Tuesday, 21st April, 2009

    Elmwood College - HNC Working with Communities

  1077. Talks on Fife transport strategy

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 17th April, 2009

    Talks on Fife transport strategy

  1078. Howe of Fife Rotarians Respond to Italian crisis

    Friday, 17th April, 2009

    Howe of Fife Rotarians Respond to Italian crisis

  1079. Anti-litter blitz at Lomond Hills

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 17th April, 2009

    Anti-litter blitz at Lomond Hills

  1080. African drum beat at Freuchie Primary School!

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 17th April, 2009

    African drum beat at Freuchie Primary School

  1081. North Howe Transition Toun Bulletin

    From Leilani van Koten, Wednesday, 15th April, 2009

    North Howe Transition Toun Bulletin

  1082. 'Flasher' warning to walkers in Ladybank

    From Fife Today, Friday, 10th April, 2009

    'Flasher' warning to walkers in Ladybank

  1083. Birnie & Gaddon Loch News April 09

    From Tony Wilson, Wednesday, 8th April, 2009

    Birnie & Gaddon Loch News April 09

  1084. SASA: Affordable Tourism & Hospitality Training in Fife:

    From St Andrews Skills Academy, Tuesday, 7th April, 2009

    Introducing the St Andrews Skills Academy (SASA) - a one-stop shop for tourism and hospitality training in Fife.

  1085. Fife children to benefit from increased pre-school education

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 7th April, 2009

    Fife children to benefit from increased pre-school education

  1086. New Cycling Charter Launched for Fife

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 7th April, 2009

    New Cycling Charter Launched for Fife

  1087. Citizen Advocacy Development Worker Wanted for NE Fife

    From Leanne Cumming, Monday, 6th April, 2009

    Do you passionately believe that people with a learning difficulty have the right to be fully included within their local community? Then includeME has an exciting and challenging opportunity for you to develop long-term Citizen Advocacy in the North-East Fife area.

  1088. Easter Sunday Services - Howe of Fife Churches

    Monday, 6th April, 2009

    Easter Sunday Services - Howe of Fife Churches

  1089. Spons selling well - have you got yours?

    From Neal Robertson, Monday, 6th April, 2009

    Neal Robertson of The Spon Company (and Auchtermuchty's Tannochbrae Tearoom) has been going great guns shipping his unique derivation of the spoon all over the world, including the U.S., Canada and Europe.

  1090. What is RSS?

    From Ian Healy -SCF, Monday, 6th April, 2009

    What is RSS?

  1091. Fewer Kettle Produce jobs to go than first anticipated

    From The Courier, Friday, 3rd April, 2009

    40 jobs are to be axed at Kettle Produce in the next few weeks.

  1092. Ladybank Ladybirds and Toddler Group: 40th Anniversary plans

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 3rd April, 2009

    Ladybank ladybirds and Toddler group 40th Anniversary

  1093. Freuchie Scout News

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 31st March, 2009

    Freuchie Scout News

  1094. Freuchie Church News

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 31st March, 2009

    Freuchie Church News

  1095. Local Artists Raise Funds for Maggie's Centre

    From Linda Naismith, Tuesday, 31st March, 2009

    Funds Raised for Maggie's Centre

  1096. Could your community be The Scottish Calor Village of the Year?

    From Rural Gateway, Monday, 30th March, 2009

    The Scottish Calor Village of the Year® competition is the perfect opportunity for communities to promote their success and achievements.

  1097. Scott Robb Hairdressing bids for prestigous title

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 27th March, 2009

    Scott Robb Hairdressing bids for presitious title

  1098. Freuchie Primary School Spring Fair TONIGHT!

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 27th March, 2009

    Freuchie primary School Spring Fair TONIGHT!

  1099. Kettle & District online...coming soon with your support

    From Smart Community Fife, Friday, 27th March, 2009

    Kettle On-Line !

  1100. Collessie Churchyard Archive

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 27th March, 2009

    Collessie Churchyard Archive

  1101. Howe of Fife Church Survey

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 27th March, 2009

    Howe of Fife Church Survey

  1102. Call for update on A92 improvements

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 27th March, 2009

    Call for update on A92 improvements

  1103. MSP welcomes return of morning train service

    Friday, 27th March, 2009

    MSP welcomes return of morning train service

  1104. Gas Repair Chaos in Falkland

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 27th March, 2009

    Gas Repair Chaos in Falkland

  1105. Broadband Performance Problems!

    From John A Thomson, Thursday, 26th March, 2009

    Broadband Performance Problems!

  1106. Freuchie Cricket Club: 08 Trophy Winners

    From FCC Blog, Wednesday, 25th March, 2009

    Congrats to the many 2008 season trophy winners at Freuchie Cricket Club.

  1107. New Howe of Fife Parents Group

    From Auchtermuchty Community Centre, Wednesday, 25th March, 2009

    A group for new parents with 0 to 6 month olds, living in the Howe of Fife, has been set up at Auchtermuchy Community Centre.

  1108. Perm Training Nights @ Scott Robb

    From Scott Robb, Wednesday, 25th March, 2009

    £10 per perm, £15 per perm & cut

  1109. Freuchie Rainbows Update

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 23rd March, 2009

    Freuchie Rainbows Update

  1110. Essential Scottish Opera At Strathmiglo

    From Graham Scott, Monday, 23rd March, 2009

    After the sell-out success of January 2008's Essential Scottish Opera visit to Strath, the Public Hall is thrilled to report their firm intention of returning in February 2010.

  1111. Strathmiglo United 2-3 Star Hearts

    Monday, 23rd March, 2009

    Strathmiglo United 2-3 Star Hearts

  1112. Bower Park improvements - Gateside

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 22nd March, 2009

    Bower Park improvements - Gateside

  1113. Calling Strath & Gateside Toddlers

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 22nd March, 2009

    Gateside Toddlers

  1114. Letham Nights Goes Down Under!

    Saturday, 21st March, 2009

    Coming Soon - the Chloe Hall Trio from Oz

  1115. Kettle United Draw

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 20th March, 2009

    Kettle United Draw

  1116. Replacement of pedestrian crossing at Falkland Primary School

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 20th March, 2009

    Replacement of pedestrian crossing at Falkland Primary School

  1117. Falkland sewage project to start

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 20th March, 2009

    Falkland sewage project to start

  1118. Letham Nights #3: Another Success!

    From Michael Farrell, Thursday, 19th March, 2009

    Another Letham Nights Success!

  1119. Drumdreel Wood restoration grant gets go ahead

    From Falkland House School, Wednesday, 18th March, 2009

    Congrats to the Falkland Centre for Stewardship who have been awarded a grant to restore a disused Victorian mill pond located in Drumdreel Wood.

  1120. Falkland House pupils show enterprise

    From Fife Herald, Wednesday, 18th March, 2009

    Falkland Pupils show enterprise

  1121. Threat of CLOSURE to historic Hill of Tarvit Mansionhouse

    From Fife Herald, Wednesday, 18th March, 2009

    Threat of CLOSURE to historic Hill of Tarvit Mansionhouse

  1122. Fife Diet Vacancies

    From Mike & Karen Small, Tuesday, 17th March, 2009

    We have been very busy behind the scenes working on forming ourselves into a formal entity, planning to re-launch and are now able to advertise two new staff positions. One is as Research & Development Officer the other is as a Growing Facilitator. In short, one's job will be to grow membership, the other to grow vegetables

  1123. Freuchie Rainbows dress up for Comic Relief

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 17th March, 2009

    The girls dress up for Comic Relief

  1124. St Patrick's Day

    Tuesday, 17th March, 2009

    St Patricks Day

  1125. Congrats Ladybank Primary Quiz Masters!

    From Howe of Fife Rotary, Monday, 16th March, 2009

    Congrats to Ladybank Primary, the team who came out top in the local schools' quiz organised by Howe of Fife Rotary.

  1126. Falkland Music Festival Line-up unveiled

    From The Courier, Monday, 16th March, 2009

    Falkland Music Festival Line-up unveiled

  1127. Letham Village Hall receives renovation grant

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 15th March, 2009

    Letham Village Hall receives renovation grant

  1128. Secret Garden Outdoor Nursery in Letham receives grant

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 15th March, 2009

    Secret Garden Outdoor Nursery - Letham

  1129. Freuchie Primary: School Grounds Development Update Mar 09

    From Rhona Maclean-Ross, Friday, 13th March, 2009

    Freuchie Primary and Nursery School Grounds Development Steering Group 1st meeting summary and newsletter

  1130. Falkland Cricket Club: latest signing

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 13th March, 2009

    Falkland Cricket Club

  1131. 'Switch Off' campaign

    From Ffie Herald, Friday, 13th March, 2009

    'Switch Off' campaign

  1132. Giffordtown Book Club Review: Border Crossing

    From Monique Sanders, Friday, 13th March, 2009

    Giffordtown Book Club Review: Border Crossing

  1133. Meningitis Foundation - Auchtermuchty

    From Ffie Herald, Friday, 13th March, 2009

    Meningitis Foundation - Aucthermuchty

  1134. Falkland House School receives glowing report

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 13th March, 2009

    Falkland House School receives glowing report

  1135. Fife's roads investment pledge

    From Fife Today, Friday, 13th March, 2009

    Fife's roads investment pledge

  1136. Falkland hairdressers on the run for cot death

    From Fife Today, Friday, 13th March, 2009

    Falkland hairdressers on the run for cot death

  1137. Falkland Palace Vacancies

    From Falkland Palace, Thursday, 12th March, 2009

    Falkland Palace has Vacancies

  1138. Affordable housing in Fife set for record investment

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 11th March, 2009

    A record sum to be invested in affordable housing is to benefit Fife and Tayside.

  1139. Today's the Day to Quit Smoking

    From http://www.nosmokingday.org.uk/, Wednesday, 11th March, 2009

    Thousands of people across Fife are being encouraged to stub out and seek help to kill the habit.

  1140. Fears over Ladybank caravan park plans

    From The Courier, Wednesday, 11th March, 2009

    But concerns have been voiced by Ladybank Community Council about road safety at the access point from the A92 trunk road and about infrastructure.

  1141. Come Home to Fife

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 11th March, 2009

    Come Home to Fife

  1142. Creating a carbon culture in Fife

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 10th March, 2009

    Creating a carbon culture in Fife

  1143. Freuchie Rainbows Update

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 10th March, 2009

    Freuchie Rainbows Update

  1144. Ladybank Bowling Club AGM

    Saturday, 7th March, 2009

    Ladybank Bowling Club AGM

  1145. Falkland Centre for Stewardship - One Planet Food Launch

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 6th March, 2009

    'One Food Planet' is aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creating a more sustainable food culture.

  1146. £2m expansion for David Sands chain

    From Courier, Friday, 6th March, 2009

    £2m expansion for David Sands chain

  1147. Warning over various fraud schemes - Fife Constabulary

    From Fife Police, Friday, 6th March, 2009

    Warning over various fraud schemes - Fife Constabulary

  1148. Giffordtown News - Art on an Egg

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 3rd March, 2009

    Giffordtown News - Art on an Eggm

  1149. Auchtermuchty Parish Church: March 09 Newsletter

    From Liz and Brian Slattery, Monday, 2nd March, 2009

    Auchtermuchty Parish Church: March 09 Newsletter

  1150. Freuchie Rainbows Update

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 2nd March, 2009

    Freuchie Rainbows Update

  1151. Birnie & Gaddon Loch News Mar 09

    From Tony Wilson, Monday, 2nd March, 2009

    Latest newsletter to download

  1152. Happy St David's Day!

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 1st March, 2009

    St David was an abbot and a bishop of the sixth century who established a monastery at Pembrokeshire in Wales. He is considered the patron saint of Wales.

  1153. Book a healthy lifestyle: Fife Book Prescription Scheme

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 27th February, 2009

    Bibliotherapy (books as a means of providing psychological therapy) appears to work. The Book Prescription Scheme already operates in West Fife and will now be adopted across Fife by all GP's and community libraries

  1154. Letham Nights # 2 : A Star is born!

    From Mike Farrell, Thursday, 26th February, 2009

    Those of you who made it to Letham Nights 2 on 21st February, will I'm sure agree, that it was a STONKING NIGHT!

  1155. Freuchie in Flower changes ahead

    From Joan Cran, Wednesday, 25th February, 2009

    At the least meeting of Freuchie in Flower there was much discussion about the Village Cup competition due to the diminising number of entries.

  1156. Find the hidden profits in your business

    From Fife Chamber of Commerce, Tuesday, 24th February, 2009

    Find the hidden profits in your business

  1157. ***Collessie 2010 Calendar Competition***

    From Callum Ellis Morton, Tuesday, 24th February, 2009

    Collessie 2010 Calendar Competition

  1158. Freuchie Church News: 23 Feb 09

    From David R.M. Gordon, Monday, 23rd February, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. Neil McLay, of Creich, Flisk and Kilmany, Sunday being designated as Presbytery Sunday when ministers exchange pulpits.

  1159. Fife Council Backs the Big Tent 2009...and more

    From Big Tent Blog, Monday, 23rd February, 2009

    Big tent blog update

  1160. Bell Baxter Diary 20 Feb 09

    From http://www.bbhs-online.co.uk/, Monday, 23rd February, 2009

    Check out the latest edition of the BB on-line diary

  1161. Shukokai thanks

    From Stuart Maxwell, Monday, 23rd February, 2009

    Sunday the 22nd of Feb saw an early start for the Shukokai Karate Academy Scotland with some of the junior youth going to Ratho in Edinburgh for the Scottish Karate governing body under 14yrs squad training.

  1162. Mansion fire will not stop renovation

    From The Courier, Monday, 23rd February, 2009

    Leslie House was undergoing a multi-million pound transformation into luxury flats when it was gutted by a massive fire earlier this month.

  1163. Strathmiglo United 1-0 Kennoway Amateurs

    Monday, 23rd February, 2009

    Strathmiglo United 1-0 Kennoway Amateurs

  1164. Falkland Centre for Stewardship

    From Ffie Herald, Sunday, 22nd February, 2009

    Falkland centre for Stewardship

  1165. Strathmiglo Public Hall - Valentines Night

    From Ffie Herald, Sunday, 22nd February, 2009

    Strathmiglo Public Hall - Valentines Night

  1166. Progress in reducing speed - Gateside

    From Ffie Herald, Sunday, 22nd February, 2009

    Progress in reducing speed - Gateside

  1167. Stratheden Curling Club looking for members

    From Andy Heer, Friday, 20th February, 2009

    Stratheden Curling Club looking for members

  1168. Council tax relief

    From scotland.gov.uk, Friday, 20th February, 2009

    Council tax relief

  1169. Help needed to repair Falkland cartwheels

    From Fife Today, Friday, 20th February, 2009

    Help needed to repair Falkland cartwheels

  1170. More dates and better lights for Letham Nights...

    From Mike Farrell, Wednesday, 18th February, 2009

    Word continues to spread about Letham Nights: the Howe's newest community venue for music. Following the booking of Chicago band, the Black Oil Brothers in May, two more excellent acts have been added to the list of performers coming to Letham.

  1171. Freuchie Community Council Funding Outcomes:11 Feb 09

    From Ewen Jardine, Tuesday, 17th February, 2009

    The February Freuchie Community Council meeting held in the Lumsden Memorial Hall provided stimulating debate on a number of projects and consultations.

  1172. N'ice Cream at Howe Rotary Club

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 17th February, 2009

    N'ice Cream at Howe Rotary Club

  1173. Fire on Falkland Estate

    From Bob Beveridge, Sunday, 15th February, 2009

    Fire on Estate

  1174. Caution: speeding between Dunshalt & Falkland

    From Fife Herald - Bob Beveridge, Sunday, 15th February, 2009

    Speeding

  1175. Scout News Freuchie

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 15th February, 2009

    Scout News Freuchie

  1176. Fife in the top four for recycling

    From Fife Direct, Sunday, 15th February, 2009

    Fife in the top four for recycling

  1177. Deadline: 'Howe's Life'

    From Moira Copeland, Friday, 13th February, 2009

    Deadline for 'Howes Life'

  1178. Pitlessie Reading Group

    Friday, 13th February, 2009

    Pitlessie Reading Group

  1179. Sponsors Wanted for Rachel House Fundraiser

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 13th February, 2009

    Sponsors Wanted!

  1180. Freuchie business up for an award

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 13th February, 2009

    Freuchie Firm up for award

  1181. Falkland woman raising cot death awareness

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 13th February, 2009

    Falkland woman raising cot death awareness

  1182. Falkland's floral fame has spread far and wide

    From Fife Today, Friday, 13th February, 2009

    Falkland's fame has spread far and wide

  1183. New Beautiful Fife campaign launched

    From Fife Today, Friday, 13th February, 2009

    New Beautiful Fife campaign launched

  1184. Severe Weather Warning from Met Office: Thu 12 Feb

    From Met Office / Traffic Scotland, Thursday, 12th February, 2009

    Stay in touch with the heavey snow situation

  1185. Former pupil returns to coach Bell Baxter youth

    From Stuart Maxwell, Wednesday, 11th February, 2009

    On Thursday afternoons during lunch break, Mr Maxwell - instructor for the Shukokai Karate Academy Scotland (S.K.A.S.) - is conducting kumite (sparring training) with students from Bell Baxter and his own clubs.

  1186. Freuchie Flood Action Group Disappointment

    From John Thomson, Wednesday, 11th February, 2009

    Members of the Freuchie Flood Action Group were left disappointed yesterday when a long-planned meeting with Environment Minister, Mike Russell MSP was cancelled at the last minute.

  1187. Giffordtown Book Club Review: The Trawler

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 11th February, 2009

    Sad to say, only three out of ten members in the Giffordtown Book Club managed to ride the rough seas of Redmond O’Hanlon’s ‘Trawler’ and reach safe haven.

  1188. Freuchie Rainbows Update

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 11th February, 2009

    We celebrated St Valentine's day and all the girl's made cards with messages inside. The girl's put alot of effort into their designs.We played games and our rainbow star went to Grace Dalgleish this week.

  1189. Freuchie Scout News

    From David R. M. Gordon, Monday, 9th February, 2009

    The coffee morning planned for 28th February has been postponed until Saturday 28th March due to a training programme having been arranged for leaders in the Cub Scout section.

  1190. Book Launch Invitation : Place Names of Fife Volume 2

    From Centre for Stewardship, Monday, 9th February, 2009

    invitation

  1191. Freuchie Church News

    Monday, 9th February, 2009

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, with scripture readings given by Mr. David Gordon.

  1192. Volunteers Wanted! Ladybank

    Saturday, 7th February, 2009

    Volunteers Wanted ! Ladybank

  1193. Warbeck's Restaurant Falkland

    Saturday, 7th February, 2009

    Warbeck's Restaurant Falkland

  1194. Half-Term Dates- Fife

    Saturday, 7th February, 2009

    Half-term Dates- Fife

  1195. Creative Writing - Cupar

    Friday, 6th February, 2009

    Creative Writing - Cupar

  1196. Theatre Group - Auchtermuchty

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 6th February, 2009

    Auchtermuchty Theatre Group is looking for budding thespians to perform in its forthcoming production of 'Men Should Weep'

  1197. Freuchie Community Council - 11 Feb Meeting Agenda

    From Ewen Jardine, Wednesday, 4th February, 2009

    The next Freuchie Community Council meeting will be on 11 February 09, at the Lumsden Memorial Hall in Freuchie. Start time: 7.30pm

  1198. Howe's Rotary Club Supper

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 3rd February, 2009

    There was a packed house at the Village Inn, Pitlessie, last Tuesday, as members and guests of the Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife celebrated the 250th. anniversary of Rabbie Burns’ birth.

  1199. New programme helps local companies access business opportunities

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 3rd February, 2009

    FIFE Council has joined a successful partnership which will help companies in the Kingdom identify and access new business opportunities in the public sector.

  1200. Freuchie Rainbows

    Tuesday, 3rd February, 2009

    We celebrated Roberts Burns as well as the Chinese New Year last week and some of the girl's dressed in tartan.

  1201. SCF 'Come & Try' Session in Giffordtown

    From Smart Community Fife, Tuesday, 3rd February, 2009

    Thanks to all who made it along to Giffordtown Village hall on Wed 28th Jan for the Smart Community Fife 'Come & Try' web session.

  1202. Birnie & Gaddon Loch News Update - Feb 09

    From Tony Wilson, Tuesday, 3rd February, 2009

    Raptors aplenty. Download Feb 09 newsletter.

  1203. GETTING SMART!

    From Monique Sanders, Tuesday, 3rd February, 2009

    Two members of the Smart Community Fife web team shared their cyber-expertise with hamleteers in Giffordtown Hall last Wednesday.

  1204. Freuchie Flood Action Group Update

    From Blog, Monday, 2nd February, 2009

    blog update

  1205. Severe Weather Warning from Met Office: Tue 3 Feb

    From Met Office, Monday, 2nd February, 2009

    There is a High Risk of a Severe Weather event affecting parts of England, Wales, Northern Ireland and eastern Scotland during Tuesday.

  1206. Lomond United seeks sponsorship

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 2nd February, 2009

    For trip to Poland later this year. Significant promotional opportunity.

  1207. Slow Food Fife Update & Cheesy Invite!

    From Viv Collie, Monday, 2nd February, 2009

    We have been making progress behind the scenes to set up the Slow Food Fife Convivium - and you will be pleased to know that we have planned a special February event for local cheese lovers!

  1208. Big Tent 2009 tickets now on sale

    From Centre for Stewardship, Friday, 30th January, 2009

    Big Tent 2009 tickets are now on sale with a 10% discount for early birders.

  1209. Big Tent aims to be bigger and better!

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 30th January, 2009

    Organisers of this year's Big Tent Festival are predicting this year's event will be the biggest and best yet. Tickets on sale now.

  1210. 2nd Fife Jazz Festival comes to Strath & Freuchie

    From Lindsay, FJF, Thursday, 29th January, 2009

    The second Fife Jazz Festival is bigger, brighter and better than last year - there are more concerts in more places (incl the Howe), with more musicians from different countries taking part.

  1211. 'artsmart' the market place for creative knowledge and information

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 28th January, 2009

    'artsmart' issue 26 (wb 26/1/09) - the market place for creative knowledge and information for professionals from a range of services/schools who work with children and young people in fife and artists with an interest in linking with education and community developments.

  1212. Weighing it Up: FREE course in Muchty

    From Dave Manderson, Monday, 26th January, 2009

    Free adult education course 'WEIGHING IT UP' brought to you by Fife Council and the Big Plus.

  1213. New Youth Club for Muchty

    From Dave Manderson, Monday, 26th January, 2009

    Muchty Youth Club is the latest addition to the Howe's youth facilities. It's based at Auchtermuchty Community Centre, and starts Monday 2nd February.

  1214. Freuchie Primary praised by inspectors

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd January, 2009

    The quality of education offered by a Howe of Fife primary school slammed in a damning report exactly a year ago, is now on the up according to government inspectors.

  1215. Freuchie fears it's one downpour from disaster

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 23rd January, 2009

    FREUCHIE residents whose homes were wrecked by floods last summer have criticised Fife Council for a lack of action in the wake of recent heavy rain that left them 'just one downpour away' from another disaster.

  1216. Seeking Archive Records of Freuchie

    From Mary Wilson Barnes, Wednesday, 21st January, 2009

    seeking past records of Freuchie

  1217. Freuchie Rainbows Update

    Tuesday, 20th January, 2009

    Update on Freuchie Rainbows

  1218. Freuchie Church News

    Tuesday, 20th January, 2009

    Read the article on Freuchie Church News

  1219. Village Halls research full report now available

    From Rural Gateway, Monday, 19th January, 2009

    This is the first major research study on rural Scotland's community facilities; and looks at their provision, condition, management, funding, use and implications for future use. The findings will help support informed debate about the future of these vital community facilities.

  1220. Fife Diet to mushroom with £140,000 award

    From Mike Small / The Scotsman, Monday, 19th January, 2009

    From a handful of people involved in the Fife Diet just over a year ago, more than 600 people have now pledged to eat local, seasonal produce for 12 months. Organisers have told The Scotsman that, with the help of £144,000 from the Scottish Government, they want to expand that to 5,000 Fifers over the next three years.

  1221. Music legends to top the bill at Fifestock festival

    From Fife Today, Friday, 16th January, 2009

    A LINE-UP of legends is heading for Fife next month for an event billed as '22 days of music heaven'.

  1222. Italian job beckons for Newburgh youngsters

    From Fife Today, Friday, 16th January, 2009

    SIX youngsters from Newburgh are to take a major ambassadorial role in marking the historic 65th anniversary of the allied landings at Anzio

  1223. A 'Cultured' Thank You From Fife Council

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 15th January, 2009

    The Culture Talk Challenge consultation which involved over 3500 people who worked and lived in Fife has resulted in the new Cultural Strategy document - Generations of Change. This document is now available.

  1224. Weekly Life Drawing Class @ The Steeple

    From Steeple Arts, Thursday, 15th January, 2009

    In these weekly classes we will look at examples of a range of approaches to drawing the figure. We will discuss why some artists favoured certain techniques, how their drawings vary, and what we ourselves wish to achieve when we start to draw.

  1225. Sketchbook Class at the Steeple

    From Steeple Arts, Thursday, 15th January, 2009

    A workshop for anyone interested in sketchbooks...

  1226. Exciting Announcement for Letham Nights!!!

    From Mike Farrell, Wednesday, 14th January, 2009

    We have almost certainly succeeded in securing a booking for Letham Nights from Chicago (!!!) - delta blues band the Black Oil Brothers.

  1227. Homecoming Scotland 2009 Event

    From Fife Today, Tuesday, 13th January, 2009

    FIFE is planning a huge catalogue of events to mark Homecoming Scotland 2009.

  1228. Fife workers light in wage packets

    From Fife Today, Tuesday, 13th January, 2009

    Average gross annual pay for full-time workers in Fife is £25,928, which puts the region 17th out of 32 council areas in Scotland.

  1229. Search on for missing Pensioners

    From BBC website, Tuesday, 13th January, 2009

    Search dogs have been used in the hunt for a Fife pensioner who has been missing since last week.

  1230. Fundraising on a plate at Muddy Boots!

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 9th January, 2009

    Trina Samson, proprietor of Muddy Boots at Balmalcolm, is inviting ladies to think pink and help raise funds for breast cancer research by baring their boobs to create a unique piece of art.

  1231. Freuchie mum to embark on Sahara trek

    From Fife Today, Friday, 9th January, 2009

    Nikki Jones (50) will trek 100 kilometres in the Sahara in just under five days in March to raise funds for RP Fighting Blindness.

  1232. Fife-wide consultation 'Culture Talk'

    From Fife Direct, Wednesday, 7th January, 2009

    From October 2007 until June 2008 a Fife-wide consultation 'Culture Talk' took place to find out what the people who live and work in Fife thought of the current 'state of culture' in the area and what their aspirations for the future of culture in Fife into the 21st Century were. Over 3500 people became involved along the way.

  1233. Recycling your Christmas Cards is easy

    From Sort-It, Monday, 5th January, 2009

    Waste Aware Scotland has once again teamed up with the Woodland Trust to encourage NE Fifers to recycle their Xmas cards.

  1234. Grants for SMEs to install renewable heating systems

    From Green Business Fife, Monday, 5th January, 2009

    Applications are being invited for the Scottish Biomass Heat Scheme, which will give grants of up to £100,000 to small and medium sized businesses to install renewable heating systems.

  1235. Nominate your school for a Scottish Education Award 2009

    From http://www.scottisheducationawards.org.uk/index.asp, Monday, 5th January, 2009

    The Scottish Education Awards were first launched in November 2001 with the specific aims of celebrating the successes and recognising the achievements taking place within Scottish education.

  1236. Introducing Ian Laing: community police officer in Howe of Fife

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 5th January, 2009

    Introducing PC Ian Laing

  1237. Birnie & Gaddon Loch News Jan 09

    From Tony Wilson, Monday, 5th January, 2009

    Jan 09 newsletter

  1238. Freuchie Church: Xmas & New Year update

    From David Gordon, Monday, 5th January, 2009

    Update on Xmas services and funds raised

  1239. Freuchie Scout Post Thanks & 09 Meeting Times

    From David Gordon, Monday, 5th January, 2009

    Thanks

  1240. Xmas & New Year Rubbish Collections

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 22nd December, 2008

    you need to know on home collections, special uplifts, christmas tree / card recycling and more

  1241. NHS Sugery closures over Xmas & New Year

    From NHS 24, Monday, 22nd December, 2008

    A reminder that surgeries will be closed for 4 days over Christmas & New Year from December 25-28 and again from January 1-4.

  1242. Freuchie in Flower update & calendars

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 22nd December, 2008

    The judges' report and comments on the Best Kept Town & Village has now come in and a copy has been placed on the village notice board.

  1243. Freuchie right of way to be temporarily closed

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 22nd December, 2008

    The North East Fife area committee agreed the bridge over the Freuchie Burn should be removed and the resulting gap in the existing north wall be secured in a temporary measure to prevent the flooding of properties in Green Tree Brae.

  1244. New Karate Class Falkland - All Welcome

    From Stuart Maxwell, Monday, 22nd December, 2008

    starting on Tues 6th Jan 2009 from 7pm to 8 pm at Falkland Village Hall

  1245. Freuchie Church News: 22 Dec 2008

    From David Gordon, Monday, 22nd December, 2008

    Update 22 Dec 08

  1246. Freuchie Scout Group update: 22 Dec 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 22nd December, 2008

    The Scout Christmas Card deliveries ended on Tuesday, and although the final amount raised for Scout Group funds is not known at the time of going to print, it will be in excess of £250.00.

  1247. Howe Rotary Club Awards

    From Monique Sanders, Friday, 19th December, 2008

    The Rotary Cub of the Howe of Fife presented two awards at its annual Christmas party at the Village Inn, Pitlessie, on Tuesday.

  1248. **Beginners Computing & Internet for Beginners Courses**

    From Elmwood College, Wednesday, 17th December, 2008

    Start 2009 by enrolling on a course at the wonderful new Howe of Fife Learning Centre, by the primary school, in Auchtermuchty.

  1249. Freuchie Rainbows News: 17 Dec 08

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 17th December, 2008

    It was our last week before the holidays, and we had a party night for the girls.

  1250. Christmas Services throughout the Howe

    From various, Tuesday, 16th December, 2008

    Details of Christmas Services in Howe Churches

  1251. Freuchie Cricket Club - AGM News

    From Round the wicket, Tuesday, 16th December, 2008

    blog update on AGm

  1252. Rural firms are suffering in silence this Christmas

    From FSB, Tuesday, 16th December, 2008

    In a survey of almost 500 FSB members whose businesses are based in rural areas, nearly 60 per cent said they were expecting their Christmas trade to be down on this time last year.

  1253. Blooming wonderful local communities

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 16th December, 2008

    Community representatives from across Fife attended a civic reception in the Rothes Halls, Glenrothes to recognise their tremendous success this year in the Beautiful Scotland Awards and Britain in Bloom.

  1254. Fife Diet Project wins funding

    From Fife Today, Tuesday, 16th December, 2008

    The project has been now offered funding, been used as a best-practice prototype and has seen Mike and his family - wife Karen and children Sorely (4) and Alex (1), splashed across local and national media for their innovative thinking when it comes to food.

  1255. Howe Rotary Club helps fund pupils' trip

    From Monique Sanders, Monday, 15th December, 2008

    The Rotary Club of the Howe of Fife recently handed over a cheque for £500 to six former Newburgh Primary School pupils. This will help them to participate in a trip to Italy in January, at the invitation of the Italian Star Association.

  1256. Scout Xmas Cards and more

    From David Gordon, Monday, 15th December, 2008

    Christmas cards are being delivered round the village until Tuesday, 23rd December, at a cost of 15p per cards.

  1257. Freuchie Church News: 15 Dec 2008

    From David Gordon, Monday, 15th December, 2008

    church news this week

  1258. Bell Baxter sports pitch finally given go-ahead

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 12th December, 2008

    The north east Fife area committee meeting at Cupar agreed unanimously to support an application by the council's education service for a synthetic pitch measuring about 37 metres by 77 metres in the school grounds.

  1259. Kettle Produce to axe 100 jobs

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 12th December, 2008

    Fife-based fresh produce company Kettle Produce Ltd announced details this week of a restructuring exercise which is expected to result in the net loss of 100 jobs.

  1260. Freuchie's Beautiful Christmas Tree

    From Ewen Jardine, Friday, 12th December, 2008

    Thanks to all who helped

  1261. Fife Diet - December newsletter

    From Mike Small, Wednesday, 10th December, 2008

    Update from the Fife Diet - an experiment with local food

  1262. The inaugural Letham Nights - a final update

    From Michael Farrell, Wednesday, 10th December, 2008

    The reservations are coming in fast for the inaugural 'Letham Nights' and it looks like we are going to get a good crowd. As well as the Moonzie Allstars, we now have 3 other acts to entertain you for the evening:

  1263. Smith reacts to Kettle Produce job losses

    From Iain Smith, Tuesday, 9th December, 2008

    Iain Smith MSP has reacted to the announcement that a restructuring exercise at Kettle Produce is expected to result in the loss of 100 jobs.

  1264. Most village halls 'need repairs'

    From BBC News Scotland, Tuesday, 9th December, 2008

    Nearly two-thirds of Scotland's village halls need improvements or repair, according to a study. Scottish Government-commissioned research also found that the same proportion were more than 50 years old.

  1265. Freuchie Scout Group update

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 9th December, 2008

    Next year is the centenary of the Scout Group, and in a competition to design a suitable badge, Peter Southcott and William White were both judged to have contributed to the final design.

  1266. Freuchie Church News: 8 Dec 2008

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 9th December, 2008

    Church update

  1267. Freuchie Rainbows Update: 08 Dec 08

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 9th December, 2008

    Update

  1268. Fife - a great glace to live, work and visit

    From Fife DIrect, Thursday, 4th December, 2008

    Fife Council is determined to make Fife a great place to live, work and visit. And local people can now see how well the council is succeeding in its aims as it has just published its first Annual Performance report since the new Council was elected in May 2007.

  1269. Panto Finale Tickets on Ebay

    From Steven Robertson, Thursday, 4th December, 2008

    Tickets for the finale performance of Dick Whittington have been sold out for weeks. However, there are two available on EBAY!

  1270. Freuchie Rainbows Update: 02 Dec 08

    From Kirtsty White, Tuesday, 2nd December, 2008

    5 new rainbows enrolled

  1271. Scout Xmas Cards - Freuchie

    From David Gordon, Monday, 1st December, 2008

    The Scout Group is again arranging for cards to be delivered round the village, Mr. and Mrs. Sanderson kindly agreeing to allow Freuchie Stores to be used as the collection point.

  1272. Freuchie Church News: 1 Dec 2008

    From David Gordon, Monday, 1st December, 2008

    Church service and fundraising update

  1273. Bus service now available to Giffordtown Community Pub Night 28 Nov!

    From Michael Farrell, Thursday, 27th November, 2008

    Transition tavern bus run info

  1274. New winter train timetable - Ladybank

    Wednesday, 26th November, 2008

    New winter train timetable - Ladybank from 14 dec

  1275. 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.

  1276. 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.

  1277. Freuchie Rainbows Update: 26 Nov 08

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 26th November, 2008

    Freuchie rainbows activities

  1278. Freuchie Community Council meeting Monday 1st December

    From Ewen Jardine, Wednesday, 26th November, 2008

    Freuchie Community Council are reporting back to villagers on the results of the consultation on the £25,000 that has been allocated for 'environmental improvement' following the development at Walter Lumsden Court. Residents are invited to a meeting at the Lumsden Memorial Hall on Monday 1st December at 7.30pm to learn which projects will be followed up.

  1279. Ladybank Tavern Lunch Special

    From Dougie & Marion McWilliams, Wednesday, 26th November, 2008

    *** LUNCH-TIME SPECIAL*** £2.95 for 2 course lunch menu Mon to Thurs, 12-2pm. Choose from starter & main or main and dessert.

  1280. 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.

  1281. 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.

  1282. 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.

  1283. TATTIE SALES

    From Monique Sanders, Wednesday, 19th November, 2008

    Rooster Tattie sale by rotarians in the Howe

  1284. 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.

  1285. Freuchie Rainbows Update: 17 Nov 08

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 19th November, 2008

    We had craft night at rainbows and have started on our Christmas theme by the girls making their Christmas cards.

  1286. 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

  1287. 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

  1288. Bell Baxter Diary 14 Nov 08

    From http://www.bbhs-online.co.uk/, Thursday, 13th November, 2008

    diary update link

  1289. 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."

  1290. 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.

  1291. 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

  1292. Freuchie Rainbows Update: 12 Nov 08

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 12th November, 2008

    Rainbows started back on Thursday with 11 girls, including 3 new rainbows. All the girl's were happy to be back.

  1293. Freuchie Church: Remembrance Service

    From David Gordon / Ewen Jardine, Monday, 10th November, 2008

    War memorial service

  1294. 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.

  1295. Freuchie Community Council Meeting 12 Nov 08: Agenda

    From Ewen Jardine, Thursday, 6th November, 2008

    Please find below the agenda for the next meeting of Freuchie Community Council, 7.30 pm Wednesday 12 November 2008, Lumsden Memorial Hall. Flooding issues are likely to be a hot topic. As always all members of the comunity are welcome.

  1296. 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.

  1297. Fireworks & Bonfire Displays near you

    From Various, Tuesday, 4th November, 2008

    Fife public firework displays

  1298. 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.

  1299. 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.

  1300. Freuchie Church Update: 3 Nov 2008

    From David Gordon, Monday, 3rd November, 2008

    general church news

  1301. ***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

  1302. 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.

  1303. 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

  1304. 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.

  1305. Freuchie Church News & Blythswood Care Shoe Box Appeal Thanks

    From David Gordon, Monday, 27th October, 2008

    Thanks to the generosity of members and friends of Freuchie Parish Church, 85 less fortunate people will receive a shoe box filled with gifts for Christmas.

  1306. 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

  1307. 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.

  1308. 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.

  1309. 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.

  1310. 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.

  1311. Freuchie in Flower help wanted

    Monday, 20th October, 2008

    Anyone who would like to help with the clearing, prep and replanting would be most welcome. Please call Joan Cran on 857306 for more.

  1312. Freuchie Community Council: Special Flood Meeting minutes

    From Ewen Jardine, Thursday, 16th October, 2008

    Freuchie Community Council have made the minutes of their recent Special Flood & Community Council meetings available to view.

  1313. 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.

  1314. Latest from the Freuchie Flood Action Group

    From John A Thomson, Tuesday, 14th October, 2008

    Link to press release

  1315. Annsmuir seeks unrestricted residential use for all sites

    From Fife Herald, Sunday, 12th October, 2008

    Annsmuir Park Homes has lodged an application with Fife Council to improve and replace 108 mobile homes, infrastructure and landscaping in a redevelopment costing more than £4.5million.

  1316. Freuchie man goes for the Golden Spurtle!

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 10th October, 2008

    Colin Lindsay, Freuchie's Ochil Villa B&B owner, is set to make a stir in the world of 'oat cuisine'. Colin is one of 15 porridge perfectionists who this Sunday will battle it out for the prestigious title of world porridge-making champion.

  1317. 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.

  1318. Freuchie Rainbows Update 7 Oct 08

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 7th October, 2008

    Last seesionbefore holidays, back Nov 6th

  1319. Freuchie Scout News: 7 Oct 08

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 7th October, 2008

    Frueche scouts enjoyed their activity day at Lochore and Fordell Firs

  1320. Freuchie Church News: 7 Oct 08

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 7th October, 2008

    Boxes with items for the Blythswood Care Shoebox Appeal should be handed in at the church by next Sunday, 19th October

  1321. 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.

  1322. FCC to host a follow up flood action meeting on Wed 8 Oct

    From Ewen Jardine, Secretary FCC, Monday, 6th October, 2008

    Details of meeting

  1323. Freuchie Flood Action Group: inaugural meeting & minutes

    From John A Thomson, Friday, 3rd October, 2008

    Link to minutes

  1324. Flood-hit Freuchie families form action group

    From Fife Today, Friday, 3rd October, 2008

    Freuchie residents whose homes were wrecked by floods in August have set up an official action group dedicated to improving the village's flood prevention measures.

  1325. 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).

  1326. 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.

  1327. Freuchie Church News: 30 Sep 08

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 30th September, 2008

    UPdate

  1328. Freuchie Rainbows Update 29 Sep08

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 29th September, 2008

    Rainbows pet night

  1329. Best Kept Town and Village Awards 2008

    From Ewen Jardine, Freuchie in Flower, Sunday, 28th September, 2008

    Results of the Fife wide competition

  1330. 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.

  1331. Council update on tomorrow's strike disruptions

    From Fife Direct News, Tuesday, 23rd September, 2008

    Council update on strike disruptions

  1332. Freuchie Rainbows update: 22 Sep 08

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 22nd September, 2008

    Update, farewell to swan

  1333. Bell Baxter Reunion Reminder

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 22nd September, 2008

    Reunion reminder

  1334. FCC: Centenary Dance was a Ball!

    From John Anderson, FCC, Monday, 22nd September, 2008

    It's over but a good time was had!

  1335. 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

  1336. 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?

  1337. 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.

  1338. 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.

  1339. 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.

  1340. 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

  1341. Freuchie Rainbows Update 16 Sep 08

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 16th September, 2008

    New rainbows and activities

  1342. 5 tips to help beat the credit crunch

    From Fife Direct News, Monday, 15th September, 2008

    Tips from the Financial Services Authority

  1343. 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.

  1344. Howe duo cycle to Paris

    Tuesday, 9th September, 2008

    Sponsor two local cyclists

  1345. Freuchie Cricket Club Centenary Dinner Dance - Tickets available!

    From John Anderson, FCC, Tuesday, 9th September, 2008

    If you haven't got your tickets for the Freuchie Cricket Club Dinner Dance yet - now's your chance.

  1346. Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter Sept 08

    From PC Nicola Shepherd, Tuesday, 9th September, 2008

    Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter Sept 08

  1347. Freuchie Church News: 8 Sept 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 8th September, 2008

    CHURCH NEWS. The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, with scripture readings given by Mrs. Pauline Normand.

  1348. 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.

  1349. 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

  1350. New edition of Freuchie Cricket Club book

    From Fife Today, Monday, 8th September, 2008

    o coincide with Freuchie Cricket Club's centenary year, a new edition of a book that tells the story of the club's finest hour has just been published by Birlinn Ltd., Edinburgh.

  1351. Bell Baxter Diary 29 Aug 08

    From Bell Baxter, Monday, 1st September, 2008

    Link

  1352. Freuchie Church News: 1 Sept 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 1st September, 2008

    Church news

  1353. 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).

  1354. 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.

  1355. 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

  1356. 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.

  1357. 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.

  1358. Public Meeting: Recent flooding in Freuchie.

    From Ewen Jardine, Monday, 25th August, 2008

    Public Meeting: Recent flooding in Freuchie.

  1359. Freuchie Church News: 25 Aug 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 25th August, 2008

    Freuchie Church News: 25 Aug 08

  1360. 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.

  1361. 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.

  1362. 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

  1363. Council update on industrial action disruptions

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 19th August, 2008

    Council update on industrial action disruptions Wed 20 Aug

  1364. Mobile speed cameras near you: w/c Aug 18

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 18th August, 2008

    Location of mobile speed cameras this week

  1365. Freuchie Church News: 18 August 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 18th August, 2008

    Church updates

  1366. Freuchie Scout Centenary: Design a Badge & win

    From David Gordon, Monday, 18th August, 2008

    Design a badge to celebrate Freuchie Scout's centenary next year

  1367. 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.

  1368. Dance classes - Ladybank & Freuchie

    From Fife Herald, Monday, 18th August, 2008

    dance classes resume after the school holidays

  1369. 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.

  1370. Falkland Church Update: For your diary

    From Fife Herald, Friday, 15th August, 2008

    Church calendar news

  1371. 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.

  1372. 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.

  1373. 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.

  1374. Freuchie Road Closures Update

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 14th August, 2008

    As of 10am this morning the C23 Freuchie to Welltree road remained impassable - the bridge having closed due to flooding.

  1375. Church News: Freuchie 28 July 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 28th July, 2008

    CHurch service info

  1376. 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.

  1377. 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.

  1378. 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.

  1379. 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.

  1380. Jobs lost as Curtis Fine Paper maker closes

    From BBC Scotland News, Friday, 25th July, 2008

    Curtis Fine Papers, in Guardbridge has ceased production, with the loss of 180 jobs.

  1381. Freuchie in Flower Village Cup Cancelled

    From Freuchie in Flower, Monday, 21st July, 2008

    Sadly the 2008 Village cup competition has had to be cancelled due to lack of support.

  1382. 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.

  1383. 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.

  1384. 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.

  1385. 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.

  1386. 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

  1387. Freuchie Church News: 13 July 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 14th July, 2008

    Service over forthcoming weeks

  1388. 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.

  1389. 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.

  1390. 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.

  1391. 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.

  1392. 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.

  1393. Freuchie Church News: 8 July 08

    From David Gordon, Wednesday, 9th July, 2008

    Freuchie Church News: 8 July 08

  1394. New citizen advocacy organisation seeks management team members

    From Liane Cumming, Wednesday, 9th July, 2008

    includeME seeks management committee members

  1395. 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

  1396. Going to S1 in August? Meet new friends.

    Tuesday, 8th July, 2008

    Get to know bell baxter and joinin new opportunities

  1397. 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.

  1398. Freuchie Rainbows update: 1 July 08

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 1st July, 2008

    Freuchie rainbows update: 1 July 08

  1399. 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.

  1400. 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

  1401. 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.

  1402. 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.

  1403. 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.

  1404. 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.

  1405. Green-light to replace care homes

    From BBC Scotland News, Thursday, 26th June, 2008

    Green-light to replace care homes

  1406. Freuchie Rainbows Update: 24 Jun 08

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 24th June, 2008

    Freuchie Rainbows Update: 24 Jun 08

  1407. Church news: Freuchie 23 June 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 23rd June, 2008

    The service last Sunday was conducted by Rev. George Nicol, and scripture readings were given by Mr. Robert Stewart.

  1408. Freuchie in Flower Village Competition

    From Ewen Jardine, Freuchie in Flower, Monday, 23rd June, 2008

    Freuchie in Flower are streamlining the village competition for 2008. There are 5 categories.

  1409. 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.

  1410. Freuchie Scout News: 16 June 08

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 17th June, 2008

    Scouting news Jun 08

  1411. 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.

  1412. Church News: Freuchie 16 June 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 16th June, 2008

    Church News: Freuchie 16 June 08

  1413. 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.

  1414. 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.

  1415. Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter

    From Nicola Shepherd, Monday, 9th June, 2008

    Fife Police Eastern Division Community Newsletter available to download now

  1416. Well Done Freuchie Litter Pickers!

    From Ewen Jardine, Secretary, Monday, 9th June, 2008

    Well Done Freuchie Litter Pickers!

  1417. Freuchie environmental improvements - your input please

    From Ewen Jardine, Secretary, Monday, 9th June, 2008

    Questionnaires for community to complete re ways to spend £25k environmental improvement grant

  1418. Owzat!

    From Ewen Jardine, Freuchie in Flower, Tuesday, 3rd June, 2008

    Freuchie in Flower celebrate Freuchie Cricket Club centenary year with new flower bed

  1419. Freuchie Scout News: 2 June 08

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 3rd June, 2008

    Freuchie Scout News: 2 June 08

  1420. 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

  1421. 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

  1422. 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.

  1423. Freuchie Community Council AGM & April meeting minutes

    From Ewen Jardine, Secretary, Wednesday, 28th May, 2008

    Minutes of the recent Freuchie Community Council AGM and April meeting now available on the portal

  1424. 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.

  1425. Church News: Freuchie 27 May 08

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 27th May, 2008

    Church News: Freuchie 27 May 08

  1426. Post offices braced for closure hit list

    From Fife Today, Friday, 23rd May, 2008

    Post offices braced for closure hit list

  1427. Freuchie Rainbows Update 19 May 08

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 20th May, 2008

    Freuchie Rainbows Update 19 May 08

  1428. Buttery morning raises £480 - many thanks

    From Fife Herald, Tuesday, 20th May, 2008

    Buttery morning raises £480 - many thanks

  1429. Freuchie Cricket Club Juniors looking great in their new kit tops

    From Round the Wicket, Tuesday, 20th May, 2008

    First Innings for juniors new tops

  1430. 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.

  1431. 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.

  1432. Fall recorded in Fife road crash stats

    From BBC News Scotland, Thursday, 15th May, 2008

    Deaths on Fife roads reduce in last 12 months

  1433. Freuchie Scout News: 12 May 08

    From David Gordon, Wednesday, 14th May, 2008

    Freuchie Scout News: 12 May 08

  1434. Freuchie Church News: 14 May 08

    From David Gordon, Wednesday, 14th May, 2008

    Freuchie Church News: 14 May 08

  1435. Freuchie Rainbows Update 12 May 08

    From Kirsty White, Wednesday, 14th May, 2008

    Teddy Bears' picnic

  1436. 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.

  1437. Womens Safety Course

    From Fife Constabulary Media Relations, Wednesday, 14th May, 2008

    Womens Safety Course

  1438. 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.

  1439. 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

  1440. Leading performers to appear at FifeSing

    From Fife Today, Friday, 9th May, 2008

    FifeSINg gets great performers

  1441. Prevent Letham & NE Fife phone boxes being axed

    From Fife Today, Friday, 9th May, 2008

    Prevent NE Fife phone boxes being axed

  1442. Freuchie Primary School April newsletter

    From Freuchie PS, Friday, 9th May, 2008

    Freuchie Primary School April newsletter

  1443. 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

  1444. Freuchie Rainbows Update 06 May 08

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 6th May, 2008

    Freuchie Rainbows Update 06 May 08

  1445. 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

  1446. '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.

  1447. 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.

  1448. 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

  1449. Were you at Bell Baxter in 1958?

    From Fife Herald Apr 25 2008, Tuesday, 29th April, 2008

    Bell Baxter school reunion

  1450. Freuchie Rainbows Update: 29 April

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 29th April, 2008

    Freuchie Rainbows News

  1451. Church News: Freuchie 28 Apr 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 28th April, 2008

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  1452. Freuchie Scout News: 28 April 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 28th April, 2008

    Scout News update

  1453. Remarkable Year for Fife Police

    From Fife Direct News, Saturday, 26th April, 2008

    Remarkable Year for Fife Police

  1454. Fruit farms may face shortage of workers

    From Fife Today, Saturday, 26th April, 2008

    Fruit farms may face shortage of workers

  1455. Howe of Fife sisters in Teen Queen rivalry

    From Fife Today, Saturday, 26th April, 2008

    Howe of Fife sisters in Teen Queen rivalry

  1456. 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

  1457. Are you or do you know someone who is visually impaired?

    From Laura McIntosh, Thursday, 24th April, 2008

    WRVS services and volunteering opportunities

  1458. Panic at the fuel pumps!

    From Glenrothes Gazette / Scotsman, Wednesday, 23rd April, 2008

    Panic at the fuel pumps in Glenrothes

  1459. Freuchie Cricket Club: Winter Training

    Wednesday, 23rd April, 2008

    Winter training times

  1460. Nine Drink Drivers Caught During Weekend Crackdown

    From Fife Direct News, Tuesday, 22nd April, 2008

    Nine Drink Drivers Caught During Weekend Crackdown

  1461. Funding for Fife Food Tourism Network announced

    From Fife Direct, Monday, 21st April, 2008

    Funding for Fife Food Tourism Network announced

  1462. Church News: Freuchie 22 Apr 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 21st April, 2008

    Church News: Freuchie 22 Apr 08

  1463. 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...

  1464. Howe of Fife postman dies suddenly

    From Fife Today, Monday, 21st April, 2008

    Howe of Fife postman dies suddenly

  1465. Village Halls Summit report published

    From Rural Community Gateway, Monday, 21st April, 2008

    Village Halls Summit report published

  1466. Warning about impact of post office closures

    From Fife Today 17 Apr, Friday, 18th April, 2008

    Post office closures in Fife

  1467. New Forth bridge ‘ready by 2016’

    From The Courier 17 Apr 08, Thursday, 17th April, 2008

    New Forth bridge ‘ready by 2016’

  1468. 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

  1469. Fife's first Business Incubator opens in Kircaldy

    Wednesday, 16th April, 2008

    Fife's first Business Incubator opens in Kircaldy

  1470. Reminder: Muchty local service centre no longer accepts payments

    From various, Tuesday, 15th April, 2008

    No payments and Muchty and other local service centres

  1471. Wanted: male rabbit!

    From Fife Herald Apr 11 2008, Monday, 14th April, 2008

    Chicca needs rabbit friend

  1472. Church News: Freuchie 14 Apr 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 14th April, 2008

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  1473. 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

  1474. 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

  1475. Save the Rural Post Offices

    From Various, Wednesday, 9th April, 2008

    Post Office closures

  1476. Freuchie in Flower: Thanks

    From Fife Herald Apr 4 2008, Wednesday, 9th April, 2008

    Donations will mean early introduction of self-watering hanging baskets

  1477. Scouts announce no jumble sale this year

    From David Gordon, Monday, 7th April, 2008

    No jumble sale due to lack of support

  1478. Church News: Freuchie 7 Apr 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 7th April, 2008

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  1479. 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

  1480. Church News: Freuchie 31 Mar 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 7th April, 2008

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  1481. Scout News: Craig Robertson receives the Queens Scout Badge

    From David Gordon, Monday, 7th April, 2008

    Freuchie scouting update

  1482. Freuchie primary appoints new headteacher

    From Fife Herald Mar 28 2008, Saturday, 29th March, 2008

    New head for Freuchie PS

  1483. Gardeners Roadshow thanks

    From Fife Herald Mar 28 2008, Saturday, 29th March, 2008

    Thanks

  1484. Freuchie couple celebrate golden day

    From Fife Today, Friday, 28th March, 2008

    Freuchie couple's golden day

  1485. Big Lottery: The People's Millions - apply now

    From Fife Direct, Thursday, 27th March, 2008

    Entry packs for 08 funding available now

  1486. Increased Police presence on rural roads this weekend

    From Fife Direct News, Thursday, 27th March, 2008

    Fife Constabulary Rural Roads Initiative

  1487. Church News: Freuchie 24 Mar 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 24th March, 2008

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  1488. Freuchie Rainbows Update 24 Mar 08

    From Kirsty White, Monday, 24th March, 2008

    Easte fun at Freuchie Rainbows

  1489. Freuchie pupils take a healthy interest

    Monday, 24th March, 2008

    Active living and good eating at Freuchie Primary

  1490. Freuchie School Fair Success

    From Fife Herald Mar 21 2008, Monday, 24th March, 2008

    Easter Fair raises £1200!

  1491. Payment changes for Auchtermuchty & other Local Service Centre users

    From Fife Direct, Friday, 21st March, 2008

    Important changes if you pay your council tax or regular major bills at Fife Council's 22 Local Services Centres.

  1492. Kettlebridge blaze sees homes evacuated

    From Fife Today, Friday, 21st March, 2008

    Households in Kettlebridge evacuated on 20 March

  1493. Church News: Freuchie 17 Mar 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 17th March, 2008

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  1494. Happy St Paddy's Day!

    Monday, 17th March, 2008

    St Patrick's Day celebrations

  1495. 3 car accident on A91 claims 2 lives

    From BBC News Scotland, Friday, 14th March, 2008

    Two dead after 3 car accident

  1496. Freuchie Community Council News - summary March 08

    From Ewen Jardine, Secretary, Thursday, 13th March, 2008

    A summary of higlights and actions from the Mar 08 meeting

  1497. Freuchie Rainbows Update 10 Mar 08

    From Kirsty White, Tuesday, 11th March, 2008

    Rainbows exercise evening

  1498. Fife pupils are country's fattest

    From BBC Scotland Today, Tuesday, 11th March, 2008

    Fife kids top obesity tables

  1499. Fife Council targets zero waste by 2020

    From BBC News Scotland, Tuesday, 11th March, 2008

    Fife Council to reduce waste further

  1500. Church News: Freuchie 10 Mar 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 10th March, 2008

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  1501. Fife Council: Financial Assistance for Small Busines

    From http://www.fsb.org.uk/data/default.asp?id=36&loc=023, Wednesday, 5th March, 2008

    Financial help to grow your small business

  1502. Free dog dirt bags to be stopped

    From BBC Scotland, Wednesday, 5th March, 2008

    Fife Council plans to withdraw free dog dirt bags

  1503. Big Tent 08 music acts just announced!

    From Falkland Centre for Stewardship, Wednesday, 5th March, 2008

    Headline acts of King Creosote and the Fence Collective and the Peatbog Faeries have just been announced

  1504. Scouts coffee morning thanks

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 4th March, 2008

    Fundraising thanks

  1505. Church News: Freuchie 3 Mar 08

    From David Gordon, Tuesday, 4th March, 2008

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  1506. Chief Constable says 10-year breakdown is misleading

    From Fife Today, Friday, 29th February, 2008

    Crime stats misleading

  1507. Plans to create Scotland's first sustainable "eco-town" in Fife

    From BBC News Scotland, Friday, 29th February, 2008

    Eco-town plans

  1508. Check your smoke alarm this Feb 29th

    From Fife Direct, Tuesday, 26th February, 2008

    Smoke alarm check reminder

  1509. Seeking bedtime stories from writers young and old

    From Fife Herald Feb 22 2008, Monday, 25th February, 2008

    Bedtime stories wanted

  1510. Church News: Freuchie 25 Feb 08

    From David Gordon, Monday, 25th February, 2008

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  1511. Calling Howe residents: please help save your local Scout group

    From Fife Herald Feb 22 2008, Monday, 25th February, 2008

    People in the Howe are being urged to help save their local Scout groups.

  1512. 200 jobs go in Council's £21m budget cut

    From Fife Today, Monday, 25th February, 2008

    Fife Council's £21m budget cut

  1513. Church News: Freuchie 20 Feb 08

    From David Gordon, Wednesday, 20th February, 2008

    Freuchie Parish Church news

  1514. Round the Wicket (Freuchie Cricket Club news): Feb 08

    From http://www.freuchiecricketclub.com/blog/, Monday, 18th February, 2008

    Freuchie Cricket Club newsletter

  1515. The Fife Diet project

    From Fife Herald Feb 15 2008, Monday, 18th February, 2008

    Fife Diet

  1516. Photo competition - my favourite place in rural Scotland

    From http://www.ruralgateway.org.uk/cgi-bin/item.cgi?id=2125, Tuesday, 12th February, 2008

    Rural gateway photo competition

  1517. Watch speed: mobile speed cameras operating

    From Fife Herald Feb 8 2008, Monday, 11th February, 2008

    watch speed

  1518. New NHS dentist for Muchty

    From http://iainsmith.org/news, Monday, 11th February, 2008

    New NHS dentist welcomed

  1519. Lumsden Memorial Hall Committee thank fundraisers

    From Fife Herald 1 Feb 08, Monday, 4th February, 2008

    Thanks to all who contributed to January's coffee morning. Though attendance was limited, the support was such that £1330 was raised by attendees - almost the same as last year. Huge thanks to everyone who supported the event.

  1520. Local Councillors demand urgent improvements at Freuchie Primary

    From Fife Herald Jan 18 2008, Monday, 21st January, 2008

    SHOCKED local councillors are seeking urgent improvements to Freuchie Primary school following a damning report by government inspectors.

  1521. Freuchie Scouts raise £320 from Xmas card deliveries

    Wednesday, 16th January, 2008

    Freuchie Scouts deliver village Xmas cards

  1522. Falkland & Freuchie Parish Churches launch new website

    From http://falkland-freuchie-churches.org.uk/, Tuesday, 15th January, 2008

    Take a look!

  1523. Nominate your favourite Howe of Fife landscape before 8 Feb 08

    From Fife Herald - Jan 11 2008, Monday, 14th January, 2008

    Fife Council is currently carrying out a study to identify areas of landscape which should be recognised, celebrated and protected by a local landscape designation.

  1524. Roadworks M90 Junction 7 to Junction 8, beginning Sun 13 Jan

    From http://www.trafficscotland.org/news/, Monday, 14th January, 2008

    Motorists are advised that carriageway repairs are to be carried out on the M90 northbound carriageway between junctions 7 and 8. The works will start on Sunday 13th January for 7 days.

  1525. High Winds leave trail of destruction

    From Fife Herald - Jan 11 2008, Monday, 14th January, 2008

    JANUARY arrived with a vengeance this week as winds of up to 80mph battered north east Fife, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.

  1526. Swift action after damning report on Freuchie Primary School

    From http://www.fifetoday.co.uk/fife-herald-news/Swift-action-after-damning-report.3661321.jp, Monday, 14th January, 2008

    FIFE Council has acted swiftly to restore the reputation of Freuchie Primary school in the wake of a damning report by inspectors.

  1527. Fife Council seeks community feedback on East Fife Core Path proposals

    From Fife Direct website, Monday, 7th January, 2008

    Proposed core paths for Strathmiglo, Ladybank, Gateside, Falkland, Auchtermuchty and the Lomond Hills have been drawn up after two years of consultation. Fife Council invites your comment re major omissions or errors prior to the formal statutory consultation stage which will probably take place from the beginning of April 2008. See web link below for more.

  1528. Freuchie in Flower 2008 Calendars available now

    Thursday, 6th December, 2007

    Available from the post office, £2 each including an envelope. The perfect Xmas gift! The Freuchie in Flower team are trying to raise funds to replace existing hanging baskets with new self-watering baskets (which would reduce watering to twice per week and mean no more dried out baskets). Your support is much appreciated.

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