Posts by Kenny Smith
How the BBC continues to bring us the news
Reporting on a pandemic while trying to keep staff safe is a huge challenge. With Scotland in lockdown with the coronavirus, we all want to know the facts about what is happening, not just here, but across the UK and indeed the world. That is proving to be a challenge to BBC Scotland, who are…
Read MoreThe story of Scotland’s sea eagle population
Sea eagles divide opinion; they’re a treat for birdwatchers but are despised by some crofters. John A Love was part of the team that brought the birds back to Scotland in the 1970s and chronicled their reintroduction in his 1993 book, The Return Of The Sea Eagle. Twenty years later, he brings the story up…
Read MoreGo on a voyage of discovery with school pupils
Scottish schoolchildren are going on a voyage of discovery on our TV screens, starting tonight. One Night in the Museum follows primary school children from around Scotland on a journey of discovery as they visit some of Britain’s greatest museums after hours. No teachers, no parents, just millions of years of history for them to…
Read MoreLoch Lomond Group switches to making sanitiser
Independent distiller the Loch Lomond Group has completed production of its first batch of hand sanitiser with deliveries across the country scheduled for today, 1 April. The group has already started working with Fareshare Scotland, who will ensure onward distribution to those who need it most in our society, helping to support Scotland’s most vulnerable…
Read MoreTruffle pasta riso – a special recipe to try
We all like to try something a little different every now and again – and today, we present a recipe with a difference. For those in need of a little inspiration – with a side of escapism – Fauchon l’Hotel Paris’s Grand Cafe Fauchon is pleased to share its delicious Truffle Pasta Riso recipe. Click…
Read MoreEdinburgh’s August festivals will not take place in 2020
For the first time in over 70 years, the five festivals that transform Edinburgh into the world’s leading cultural destination every August are not going ahead this year due to concerns around the Covid-19 pandemic. Edinburgh Art Festival, The Edinburgh Festival Fringe, Edinburgh International Book Festival, Edinburgh International Festival and The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo…
Read MorePipers urged to play in tribute to the key workers
The National Piping Centre is calling all pipers from across Scotland and beyond to join them in paying tribute to the thousands of key workers who are still working to keep the country fed, cared for and safe. On Thursday, 2 April, at 8pm , the National Piping Centre is asking all pipers to go…
Read MoreA traditional home set in 1.61 acres of land
An attractive and a substantial home situated in secluded garden grounds has been brought to the property market. Presented by Galbraith, The Mill House in Fintry, Stirlingshire, is of traditional stone construction set under a tiled roof and provides generous and comfortable accommodation over four floors including the converted attic space. The village and most…
Read MoreFlexibility needed for rural job retention
Limitations in the coronavirus job retention scheme is one of the chief concerns of rural companies during the Covid-19 crisis, Scottish Land & Estates has said. The rural business organisation has conducted a survey of members across Scotland to find out what proactive measures are being put in place by companies – and what issues…
Read MoreStay connected to nature from home
Each week, for the past 25 years, an army of citizen scientists has recorded the birds and other wildlife visiting their gardens. This has enabled researchers at the British Trust for Ornithology to answer important questions about garden wildlife. This national community has just opened its doors in order to help those confined to their…
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