Tag: Forfar
10 months ago
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Warning after cats poisoned in Forfar

Cat owners are being warned to be vigilant after a spate of suspected poisonings in Forfar.

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about 1 year ago
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Exhibition showcases Ian's photographic talent while raising vital funds for charity

A Forfar man who is living with motor neurone disease (MND) has mounted a fundraising photography exhibition at the t...

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about 1 year ago
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Forfar farm named as providing top B&B experience

A Forfar business has added to its lists of accolades by winning recognition at Scotland's top tourism and event awards.

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about 1 year ago
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Appeal to help meet Christmas light funding shortfall

The group behind the the provision of Forfar’s Christmas lights has issued a direct appeal to the local community for...

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about 1 year ago
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Forfar Library part of trailblazing scheme to help tackle cost of living

Forfar Library is taking on a new community role as part of a unique project to help people through the cost of livin...

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over 1 year ago
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New president for Forfar Rotary Club

Forfar Rotary Club recently welcomed its new president for the 2023/2024 season.

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over 1 year ago
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Forfar woman's bid to improve postnatal mental health care clears first hurdle

An Angus woman’s campaign to improve postnatal mental health care in the North East has cleared its first hurdle at t...

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over 1 year ago
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Guild gathering at Forfar church

Guild members from all over Angus & Dundee came to Forfar for a Regional Gathering in the East & Old & Inverarity Chu...

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over 1 year ago
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Serial criminal sentenced to minimum of 20 years for Forfar doctor's murder

A serial criminal has been jailed for a minimum of 20 years after admitting beating and stabbing a 90-year-old doctor...

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over 1 year ago
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Forfar dancers step out to mark 70 years

The Forfar branch of the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society (RSCDS) has celebrated its 70th birthday.

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over 1 year ago
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Vehicles traced and seized in Forfar after failure to stop

Police in Forfar have seized two vehicles in relation to road traffic offences.

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over 1 year ago
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Major refurbishment for Forfar gym

Gym facilities at Forfar Community Campus will be subject to a major renovation beginning later this month.

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over 1 year ago
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Road safety fears lead to Forfar development refusal

Plans for hundreds of new homes in Forfar could be scuppered due to road safety concerns over a notorious junction.

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over 1 year ago
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Forfar soil scientist recognised for pioneering work

A former Forfarian, now one of the country’s top soil scientists, has become the first to win a new award presented b...

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over 1 year ago
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Forfar company celebrates with record growth in business

A Forfar company is celebrating 55 years in business by reporting sales growth of 50% in the last four years and a 50...

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over 1 year ago
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Forfar Library’s new role in tackling cost of living

Forfar Library has been chosen as one of the first in Scotland to take part in a trailblazing pilot project which is ...

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over 1 year ago
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Businessman backs farming industry's 4x4 campaign

Forfar businessman Bob Ritchie has returned from Ukraine after supporting a UK-wide initiative to supply 4x4 vehicles...

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over 1 year ago
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New start for Forfar solicitor's office

Law firm Thortons has appointed Aimee Young to its team at its Forfar office.

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over 1 year ago
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Dramatic society saddles up for bumpy ride to Florence

Forfar Dramatic Society will be venturing into Europe and touching on Brexit with their latest production, John Godbe...

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over 1 year ago
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Concert marks reopening of popular Forfar venue

The reopening of Forfar’s Reid Hall was celebrated at the weekend with a gala evening of music from Tayside Symphony ...

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over 1 year ago
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Praise for work of Forfar furniture project

The work of a Forfar charity which recycles furniture for reuse in the local community has been praised by the area’s...

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over 1 year ago
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Forfar man begins new health chapter due to cost of living

A Forfar man has said that the rising cost of living inspired him to seek support to quit smoking after 26 years.

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over 1 year ago
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Call for Forfar dog walkers to help tackle litter

A Forfar councillor is calling on dog walkers to help clean-up the town and wider area by getting behind an initiativ...

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over 1 year ago
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Forfar firm keeping Burns Suppers affordable

With the annual celebrations of national poet Robert Burns in full swing, a Forfar company has tried to beat the cost...

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almost 2 years ago
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Forfar restaurant in line for 'Rural Oscar'

A popular Angus restaurant has been shortlisted for a ‘rural Oscar’ for its passion for and commitment to promoting a...

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almost 2 years ago
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Men banned from keeping dogs after pleading guilty to hare coursing

Two men have been banned from keeping dogs after being caught hare coursing on farmland near Forfar.

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almost 2 years ago
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Meffan winners announced as show opens to public

The winning entries of this year’s ANGUSalive Meffan Winter Show have been announced and the exhibits are now open fo...

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almost 2 years ago
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Forfar Community Football trust appeals for Festive Friends support

An appeal has gone out to the public for food and toiletries which could bring some cheer to those in need this Chris...

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almost 2 years ago
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Castle set for return of popular Christmas Market

Preparations are well under way at Glamis Castle for its annual Christmas Market, which is due to return to the histo...

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almost 2 years ago
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Habitat boost for Forfar country park squirrels

Volunteers are being sought to help give red squirrels a boost through a new project at Forfar Loch County Park.

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about 2 years ago
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Forfar Academy pupils successfully complete new fire skills course

A group of Forfar Academy pupils have become the first in Angus to try out a new scheme run by the local Scottish Fir...

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about 2 years ago
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Forfar optician's staff see studies through

A Forfar optician has recently seen two of its staff members gain new qualifications.

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about 2 years ago
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Rotarians lend hand with skiff painting

It was all hands on deck this week for the lastest stage in the construction of Forfar’s community skiff.

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about 2 years ago
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Fire-raising prompts crackdown on antisocial behaviour around Forfar Loch

Local authorities are working together to crack down on instances of antisocial behaviour by youngtsers around Forfar...

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about 2 years ago
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Memorial set to welcome visitors

The forthcoming Doors Open Days will give Forfarians a rare opportunity to see inside, and enjoy the view from, one o...

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about 2 years ago
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Bus service just the ticket for mental health and well-being

Forfar will be among the first stops today (Thursday) for a new service being run by the Scottish Association for Men...

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about 2 years ago
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Lochside Leisure Centre to be demolished in October

Forfar’s Lochside Leisure centre is scheduled to be demolished after the October school holiday.

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about 2 years ago
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Forfar gardening group praised for outstanding efforts

A Forfar organisation has been praised by Keep Scotland Beautiful for its ‘outstanding’ contribution to improving the...

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about 2 years ago
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Fun day raises funds for Angus mental health charity

Customers at Letham’s Commercial Inn recently gave their backing to an Angus mental health charity with a donation of...

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