Forfar Dispatch - Local Headlines Feed

Man dies following one vehicle crash

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:54:55 GMT

A 42-year-old man, who had not been named at the time of going to press, has died after his van tipped over on Lindsay Street, Kirriemuir.

Praise for local support for air ambulance service

Mon, 20 May 2013 11:55:29 GMT

The generosity of people of Forfar and Kirriemuir in supporting a new air ambulance was outlined to members of Forfar Community Council.

Heavy rain weather warning

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:10:13 GMT

Police Scotland is urging drivers to take the utmost care on the roads as heavy rain, hailstones and thunderstorms are set to sweep across Tayside this afternoon and into the evening.

More than 12k wi-fi hotspots are in Angus

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:12:17 GMT

Angus is now home to more than 12,800 BT wi-fi hotspots, joining the list of 464,700 hotspots that exist in Scotland alone.

A fun day in memory of Laura

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:22:40 GMT

Staff and pupils of Forfar Academy pulled out all the stops on Sunday to host a major fund-raising event at Murton Farm.

Temporary home for Kirriemuir Library

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:03:11 GMT

Kirriemuir Library is moving to a temporary new home while the premises undergo a facelift.

Breakfast event for Angus businesses

Thu, 16 May 2013 10:47:05 GMT

Kinnettles Castle near Forfar is partnering with Dundee & Angus Chamber of Commerce to host a free business breakfast on Thursday, May 30.

North Street Chip Shop offer

Wed, 15 May 2013 15:14:12 GMT

This week’s special offer at North Street Chip Shop - buy one fish supper, get one free, is for one day only - Monday, May 20.

Loons Lottery draw

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:00:53 GMT

There was no jackpot winner in this week’s Loons Lottery.

Kirrie Police crack down on boy racers in and around town

Mon, 13 May 2013 07:40:17 GMT

Police officers in Kirriemuir are continuing to actively address the issues caused by boy racers and their anti-social driving in the town.

Further major investment secured for Orchardbank

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:34:36 GMT

Angus Council and the Muir Group have announced the latest investment at Orchardbank which is the main business park in Forfar.

Rewarded for act of bravery at prison

Fri, 10 May 2013 11:16:46 GMT

A Forfar man has been recognised for his bravery in defusing a dangerous incident involving an armed prisoner at Perth Prison.

Little cheer from Queen’s speech

Fri, 10 May 2013 09:29:00 GMT

Angus MP Mike Weir has commented on Wednesday’s Queen’s Speech stating that, in his opinion, it holds “little cheer for Angus”.

Meetup for members

Thu, 09 May 2013 14:18:10 GMT

THE ANGUS Credit Union Ltd. will be holding a meet-up on Monday, May 13 at St. Margaret’s Church Hall in Forfar.

Appeal over smashed windows

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:41:31 GMT

Officers in Forfar are investigating vandalism to the old house building within the Scottish Water complex at Orchardbank Industrial Estate.

‘Fit four fae Kirrie’ bike and hike for Maggie’s Centres

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:09:21 GMT

Taking part in the recent Maggie’s Monster Bike & Hike Challenge on the Great Glen Way were the “Fit Four Fae Kirrie” who completed the Silver Finish and raised £6,165 for the Maggie’s Centres.

Caravan theft at Eassie

Wed, 08 May 2013 15:12:13 GMT

Police Scotland officers are investigating the theft of white Coachman 520/4 AMARA caravan from Eassie in Forfar.

Meet the Dispatch and Herald team for re-launch

Wed, 08 May 2013 15:00:12 GMT

Today marks a new era at the Forfar Dispatch and Kirriemuir Herald and we are delighted to bring you our new look papers.

Raising money for Mountains

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:44:31 GMT

The Plough Inn, Forfar, is holding a night of music and dance to raise cash for Mountains Animal Sanctuary, which looks after donkeys and horses that have been mistreated, abused or abandoned.

MSP’s unease over penalties despite insurance

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:43:08 GMT

GRAEME DEY, MSP for Angus South, is concerned that his constituents are subsidising flood insurance on properties elsewhere in the UK.