Stephen Eighteen

Scotland

Deputy Live News Editor at The Courier and Evening Telegraph (Dundee)

Deputy live news editor at The Courier and journalism lecturer at Glasgow Clyde College.

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Robbie Williams superfan from Dundee reveals how she got a kiss from idol in front of 70k fans

4 days ago | thecourier.co.uk | Stephen Eighteen

A Robbie Williams superfan from Dundee has revealed her kiss from the star in front of 70,000 people nearly didn’t happen. Debbie Allan, from Lochee, says her “dream came true” when she received a peck from the singer during his gig at Murrayfield in Edinburgh. It was the highlight of their 10-minute interaction, which was displayed on the big screen on Saturday night.
Kirriemuir family given surprises by Scotland's rugby stars on BBC's One Show

4 days ago | thecourier.co.uk | Stephen Eighteen

A Kirriemuir family have been recognised on BBC’s The One Show for raising more than £150,000 for charity. Liam and Ashley Wilkie were given Thursday night’s One Big Thank You for their support of BBSUK, which helps those with Bardet Biedl Syndrome. Their eight-year-old daughter Caitlin is one of just seven Scots youngsters suffering from the little-known genetic condition that threatens to take their sight before the teenage years.
Tennis Meets Basketball #1 - June 15 2025

1 week ago | tennismeetsbasketball.substack.com | Stephen Eighteen

Hello, and welcome to the first Tennis Meets Basketball podcast. These shows will feature basketball nut Duncan, a player and coach, chewing the fat with Stephen, a committed tennis follower. With the NBA finals precariously balanced and the euphoria of the French Open giving way to the excitement of the grass season, there is a lot to talk about. Join us as we tentatively (and amateurishly) dip our toes into the podcast world. Stephen and Duncan
52 homes slammed & £1m eggs scheme

1 month ago | thecourier.co.uk | Ethan Claridge |Stephen Eighteen |Andrew Robson

Residents have raised objections to the proposed expansion of New Alyth by 52 homes. A planning application has been submitted to build on 2.9 acres of farmland, immediately west of the village, abutting the A926. Perth developer A & J Stephen has earmarked the land for 39 private and 13 affordable properties. The latter would be owned by registered social landlords. They would range from two-bedroom bungalows to four-bedroom detached houses.
Perth holiday let 3 minutes' walk from High Street blocked for being 'outside city centre'

1 month ago | thecourier.co.uk | Stephen Eighteen

A holiday let plan has been refused for being outside the boundary of Perth city centre, despite it being a three-minute walk from the High Street. Vasart Court is just seconds away from the A989 Caledonian Road – part of the inner ring road. However, Perth and Kinross Council planners felt the two-bedroom first-floor flat is too far from the heart of the Fair City to be permitted short stays.
Boathouse event verdict & 'no party' holiday let

1 month ago | thecourier.co.uk | Stephen Eighteen

A planning application to update the former Boathouse restaurant on the shores of Loch Leven has been approved. Perth and Kinross Council granted consent for First Sight Estates, on behalf of Kinross House owner Donald Fothergill, to add an events space and cafe onto a previously approved application. In June 2023, when the council permitted the former eatery to become a multi-use bar and restaurant, there were no objections.
Cake Guru to leave its Broughty Ferry shop after 5 years

1 month ago | thecourier.co.uk | Stephen Eighteen

A cake shop is to leave its Broughty Ferry shop after five years. Cake Guru says it is moving from Brook Street to “more affordable premises”. The business opened in 2010 as a one-stop shop for baking and sugarcraft supplies. Its bakery on Brook Street specialises in making unique cakes with personalised details. ‘Decline in customers’ also behind Broughty Ferry moveThe announcement was made on Facebook by business owner Suzy Scrimgeour.
Big police presence in Perth city centre after 'man attacked by gang of 6'

1 month ago | thecourier.co.uk | Stephen Eighteen

A big police operation has been launched after a man was reportedly attacked by a gang of at least six men in Perth city centre. The incident happened on the corner of South Street and Scott Street at around 5.45pm on Tuesday. Four police vehicles and an ambulance were on the scene. At least a dozen officers conducted interviews with some of the 70-plus onlookers present.
Big police presence as path off old Stirling Old Bridge sealed off

2 months ago | thecourier.co.uk | Stephen Eighteen

A path off Stirling Old Bridge has been sealed off amid a big police presence in the area. Police launched an investigation on each side of the Forth at around 10am on Monday. The bridge was initially sealed off but it reopened at around 10.30am. But a path from Ochil Crescent – on the Stirling/Raploch side of the river – remains shut. The Courier’s Isla Glen is on the scene. She reported: “Stirling Old Bridge and the path to the left are taped off by police.
Tributes flood in for teen who died in crash near Brechin

2 months ago | thecourier.co.uk | Stephen Eighteen

Tributes have flooded in for a teenager who died in a road crash near Brechin. A man and a woman died after a crash involving a car and a coach on the B9134, between Brechin and Netherton, at around 6.15pm on Friday. The woman has been named locally as 19-year-old Kaitlyn Kyle, of Arbroath. Her cousin, Hannah Archer, led the tributes on Facebook. She posted: “Would like to inform everyone that my cousin Kaitlyn Kyle has passed away.