Calum Clark

Dundee

Multimedia Journalist at STV News (Glasgow and West)

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Family of boy killed in 1989 lorry crash say they have 'more questions than answers' after police review

1 week ago | news.stv.tv | Calum Loudon |Calum Clark

A Dundee family said they have been left with “more questions than answers” following the results of an investigation into the death of a seven-year-old boy more than three decades ago. Danny Leech was seven years old when he was knocked down by a lorry on his way to a carnival while crossing Arbroath Road on September 8, 1989. His family consider his death to be accidental but they claim there was little investigation in the hours after his passing.
Lucinda Russell has high hopes for future with up-and-coming horses

2 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Peter Cassidy |Calum Clark

The Scottish Grand National is the biggest event in the country’s racing calendar and last year produced one of its closest ever finishes. However, it will go ahead this year without one of its top trainers. Lucinda Russell had primed Apple Away for the showpiece event this weekend, but after a poor showing in its last race, it will not run. She said: “The Scottish Grand National is a fantastic meeting for us all to aim at.
Dundee to remain at Dens Park as stadium move stalls again

2 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Calum Clark

Dundee Football Club is likely to remain at Dens Park for at least the next two seasons as a long, drawn out move to Camperdown Park has stalled once more. That’s according to managing director John Nelms, who says he’s waiting on approval from Transport Scotland. But the Scottish Government body has accused developers of a lack of progress.
Historic mill in Angus milling flour again for first time in 40 years

2 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Calum Clark

The historic Barry Mill in Angus is now milling flour again for the first time in more than four decades. The water-powered attraction, near Carnoustie, has undergone a major restoration after the National Trust received one of its biggest ever donations. STV News is now on WhatsAppGet all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Follow STV News on WhatsAppScan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Tasmin Glass who planned ex-boyfriend's murder back in prison after early release

3 weeks ago | news.stv.tv | Calum Clark

A woman who planned her ex-boyfriend’s murder has been returned to prison after being granted early release. Steven Donaldson, from Arbroath, was brutally murdered in 2018 by two men after his former girlfriend Tasmin Glass lured him to a playpark. The 27-year-old’s loved ones were told on Tuesday that Glass had been sent back to prison. It comes nine months after she was granted parole in July 2024 halfway through her ten-year sentence for culpable homicide.
Kinross teenager who detected tumour hours after prom raising money for life-extending treatment

1 month ago | news.stv.tv | Calum Clark

A teenager diagnosed with an extremely rare brain tumour is raising funds for treatment that could help her see “more of life”. Joscelyne Kerr, from Kinross, was finishing school in 2023 when she noticed the pupil in her eye had expanded so much that the colour was barely visible. The 19-year-old had surgery to remove around 90% of the cancerous cells in a nerve controlling her left eye. But the rest of it is inoperable.
'Everything's just muddied and ruined': Flood damages family home

1 month ago | news.stv.tv | Calum Clark

Fife Council has admitted it’s worried about the impact a shortage of specialist engineers is having on its ability to secure flood-hit towns. The region is said to be one of a number of authorities struggling to recruit and retain staff. ‘Everything’s just muddied and ruined’ This is the damage sustained to their home in Cupar in the aftermath of Storm Gerrit. The damage left them out of their property for eight months.
Student in fundraising hopes after rare brain tumour diagnosis

1 month ago | news.stv.tv | Calum Clark

“We know we can’t win, but we can play for time.”They’re the words of the family of a 19-year-old student from Kinross, who has been diagnosed with an extremely rare brain tumour. Joscelyne Kerr is looking to raise £250,000 for treatment that could extend her life. STV News is now on WhatsAppGet all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Follow STV News on WhatsAppScan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Ancestral home of Harley-Davidson saved from demolition

1 month ago | news.stv.tv | Jakub Kvasnicka |Calum Clark

The Scottish ancestral home of the family who founded the world-famous Harley-Davidson motorcycle has been saved from demolition. The group preserving Davidson Cottage has secured more than £300,000 to obtain keys to the centuries-old building and plans to redevelop it into a visitor attraction. Nestled in a peaceful and picturesque part of Angus, the motorcycle company has its roots in this tiny cottage in the village of Aberlemno.
Tories call on Scottish Government to step in on universities crisis

1 month ago | news.stv.tv | Calum Clark

“It’s time to grab the bull by the horns” and review Scotland’s university funding model. That’s the call from the Scottish Conservatives as Dundee University’s financial crisis dominated First Minister’s Questions earlier today. More than 600 jobs are at risk as the university looks to plug a £35m deficit. The First Minister says he’s “happy to engage” about the future of the university sector. STV News is now on WhatsAppGet all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News