Lindsey Hamilton

Dundee

Journalist at The Courier and Evening Telegraph (Dundee)

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Articles

Dundee mum's 'heartbreaking' search for answers over why son, 9, died a year ago

5 days ago | thecourier.co.uk | Lindsey Hamilton

A Dundee mum has told of her “heartbreaking” wait for answers over why her nine-year-old son died a year ago. Stuart Gauld, from Whitfield, died in Toni Hunt’s arms in hospital in Edinburgh last May, just over a fortnight after becoming unwell with a mystery illness. Toni has been unable to move on since, as the cause of his death is still not known. The schoolboy’s room is the same as when he left it with his family – including his two little sisters – buying him presents at Christmas.
Drivers to be diverted through Dunblane during A9 closures

5 days ago | thecourier.co.uk | Lindsey Hamilton

Drivers will divert through Dunblane during roadworks on the A9. Amey is undertaking essential road repairs on the southbound carriageway on behalf of Transport Scotland. The £134,680 project involves resurfacing works on the southbound A9 at the A820 Stockbridge Junction in Dunblane. It runs from Tuesday May 13 to Wednesday May 21.
Fire crews at Forfar's Balmashanner Hill for second time in one night

6 days ago | thecourier.co.uk | Lindsey Hamilton

Fire crews have been called to a Forfar beauty spot for the second time in one night. Three appliances are at the scene at Balmashanner Hill during the second call out to a fire in an open area on Thursday night. Scottish Fire and Rescue was initially called to a grassland fire at Balmashanner near to the monument at 6.30pm on Thursday. They left the scene just after 7pm. One pump was in attendance on that occasion. They were called out again to a fire in a hedge at 9.07pm.
80's icon and Spandau Ballet star Martin Kemp to star at Dundee LiveHouse

6 days ago | thecourier.co.uk | Lindsey Hamilton

Spandau Ballet star and 80s icon Martin Kemp is set to turn the clock back when he headlines a Back to the 80s night at Dundee’s new LiveHouse venue. LiveHouse has announced that the singer and actor will some showcase the biggest hits of the decade on June 14. Hits by 80s favourites such as Duran Duran, George Michael and Madonna will all be featured.
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after Kirriemuir crash

6 days ago | thecourier.co.uk | Lindsey Hamilton

A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after a crash involving a car in Kirriemuir. Their condition is not known. The incident happened on Lochmill Road just before 3.30pm. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 3.25pm on Thursday, May 8 we received a report of a crash involving a vehicle and a motorbike on Lochmill Road, Kirriemuir. “The motorcyclist has been taken to Ninewells Hospital for treatment.
Hunt for man after sex offence on Edinburgh to Montrose train

6 days ago | thecourier.co.uk | Lindsey Hamilton

Police are hunting a man after a sex offence on a train bound for Montrose. The incident happened on a train between Edinburgh and the Angus town on April 25. The man is said to have been staring at the woman before touching himself over his trousers and blowing her kisses. Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident.
Man, 70, arrested after cannabis factory found in Cowdenbeath

6 days ago | thecourier.co.uk | Lindsey Hamilton

A cannabis factory has been discovered in an industrial estate in Cowdenbeath. The discovery was made by police in a unit at the Gateside Industrial Estate on Thursday. A man, 70, has been arrested. Police have not revealed the street value of the find. A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 10.30am on Thursday May 8, officers discovered a cannabis cultivation within a unit in Gateside Industrial Estate in Cowdenbeath. “A 70-year-old man has been arrested.
Two people rescued after crash in Dunfermline

1 week ago | thecourier.co.uk | Lindsey Hamilton

Two people have been rescued after a car crashed into a garden in Dunfermline. The incident happened in Macquarrie Crescent just before 3pm. The condition of the casualties is not known. It is understood the car crashed through a fence before landing in the garden. Two casualties rescuedA Scottish Fire and Rescue Service spokesperson said: “We were called at 2.53pm on Wednesday to reports of a crash involving one car on Macquarrie Crescent, Dunfermline. “We sent two appliances to the scene.
Pool at Arbroath Sports Centre closed until Friday

1 week ago | thecourier.co.uk | Lindsey Hamilton

The swimming pool at Arbroath Sports Centre is closed due to “unforeseen circumstances.”ANGUSalive Sport and Leisure announced on Wednesday that the pool is likely to remain closed until Friday morning. A post stated: “Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances we have had to shut the swimming pool at Arbroath Sports Centre. “The pool will remain closed all day tomorrow and we will reopen as normal on Friday May 9 at 8am.
One-vehicle crash closes A827 near Kenmore

1 week ago | thecourier.co.uk | Lindsey Hamilton

The A827 near Kenmore is closed due to a one-vehicle crash. Emergency services remain at the scene. It is not knowt if there are any casualties. A spokesperson for Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said: “We received a call from Police Scotland at 3.36pm reporting a one-vehicle crash on the A827 between Kenmore and Fearnan. “We sent two appliances, one from Killin and one from Crieff. “They remain at the scene along with Scottish Ambulance Service and Police Scotland.