Ellidh Aitken

Scotland

Reporter at The Courier and Evening Telegraph (Dundee)

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Car 'failed to stop' then crashed into Dunfermline gardens

1 week ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ellidh Aitken |Neil Henderson

Two teenagers are set to be reported after a car allegedly failed to stop then crashed into Dunfermline gardens. Officers tried to pull the car over on Linburn Road on Wednesday afternoon but it did not stop. The car eventually crashed into the gardens of homes on Macquarrie Crescent. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service rescued two people from the vehicle.
5 films shot in Tayside, Fife and Stirling that are set to be released

1 week ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ellidh Aitken

Hollywood has come to Tayside, Fife and Stirling over recent months to shoot a series of films. Crews have descended on the region for a number of upcoming major productions. Stars including James McAvoy, Christoph Waltz, Brian Cox and Alan Cumming are involved in the new releases. Similar film and TV projects have brought millions of pounds to the area in the last year. The Courier has taken a look at films recently shot in Tayside, Fife and Stirling that are set to be released in the near future.
Perth man wins £5.5k from Inverkeithing firm at tribunal

1 week ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ellidh Aitken

A Perth man says he was left “afraid” to go to work after homophobic slurs and “childish victimisation” from colleagues. Sean McGhie, 36, won £5,500 after taking his former employer, RHT Scotland – based at Belleknowes Industrial Estate in Inverkeithing, Fife – to a tribunal. Employment judge James Hendry found the firm, which specialises in office removals and installations, was liable after an employee shouted: “Where are you, you gay c***?” at Sean.
NHS Tayside apologises over messaging on CAMHS changes

2 weeks ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ellidh Aitken

NHS Tayside has apologised over messaging on changes to autism and ADHD assessments. The health board announced in March that its CAMHS service would no longer accept neurodevelopmental referrals for children without a co-existing mental health problem. The move was met with anger from parents who feared the impact on families and schools. However, NHS Tayside admits that its partner agencies were not “engaged fully in the change plans before the initial letter was sent”.
Perthshire Pride 2025 to feature Still Game host and wrestling ring

2 weeks ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ellidh Aitken

The 2025 Perthshire Pride event will be hosted by a Still Game star as more details about the celebrations are confirmed. The LGBTQ+ event will be held on August 9 with new additions to the line-up. The 2025 parade through the city centre will be hosted by actress Jane McCarry, best known for her role as Isa in Still Game. Those taking part in the parade are asked to gather at Thimblerow Car Park from 10.30am.
Dead cat's body eaten by other pet cats after being neglected by Fife Council care worker

2 weeks ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ellidh Aitken

A dead cat’s body was eaten by other pet cats after they were neglected by a Fife Council care worker. Hannah Band failed to inform her employer after she was convicted of the offence at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court in April last year. Band confined three cats named Odin, Loki and Thor to a kitchen with no means of escape between February 26 and April 9 2023. As a result, Odin and Loki were exposed to the carcass of Thor, who had died, and consumed the remains.
Scottish rockers Idlewild announced to play at Dundee LiveHouse

2 weeks ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ellidh Aitken

Scottish rockers Idlewild are the first band announced to play at Dundee LiveHouse. The alternative rock band will visit Dundee on December 6 as part of their first UK tour in six years. LiveHouse is set to open this Friday with a performance from DJ Chris Charles. The venue will also host the closing party of Dundee Dance Event on Sunday night. However, Idlewild are the first live band to confirm a gig at the newly redeveloped site.
Police probe 'unexplained' death of boy, 17, in Dunfermline

2 weeks ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ellidh Aitken

An investigation has been launched after the “unexplained” death of a 17-year-old boy in Dunfermline. Emergency services were called to the city’s Whitelaw Road on Sunday afternoon. Police are treating the teenager’s death as “unexplained” and say inquiries are ongoing. A spokesperson for the force said: “Around 12.25pm on Sunday, emergency services attended at Whitelaw Road, Dunfermline, following the death of a 17-year-old boy. “His death is being treated as unexplained. “Inquiries are ongoing.”
Residents warned of night-time flying from Leuchars this week

2 weeks ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ellidh Aitken

Residents are being warned of night-time flying from Leuchars this week. The Royal Air Force is set to carry out night-flying exercises from the Fife base. The activity is scheduled from 3pm until 1am daily, but timings could vary due to operational needs. The exercises allow pilots to practice operating in low-light conditions. A statement said: “This week, RAF Lossiemouth and Leuchars Aerodrome will be conducting night-flying exercises.
Open prison's rules after murderer absconded

2 weeks ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ellidh Aitken

HMP Castle Huntly near Dundee is Scotland’s only open prison. The estate at Longforgan accommodates low-risk male prisoners and aims to prepare them for release. This means offenders are given more freedom than in a closed prison and have greater access to the community. The Scottish Prison Service (SPS) assesses the risk prisoners pose to the community, and how likely they are to escape or abscond, before moving them to Caste Huntly.