Posts by Kenny Smith
More than 160 object to BT’s Highland phone removal plans
More than 160 objections have been made to BT proposals to remove 110 payphones across the Highland Council area. Under Ofcom guidelines, the local authorities are responsible for co-ordinating consultation responses on behalf of their local community for any proposed removal of public payphones. Objections to removal can be made, but this must be based…
Read MoreBowhouse will celebrate the rise of game meat
With the nights getting colder, the November market weekend will celebrate the increasing popularity of game meat, taking place at Bowhouse next weekend. Running on Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 November, this market weekend will also see the return of the popular craft area, with stalls carefully curated by TeaGreen Events. Ideal for Christmas shoppers,…
Read MoreOur butterfly population stays stable
Butterfly populations remain stable in Scotland but climate change is having a variable impact on different species. The latest Scottish Biodiversity Indicator published by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) examines the long-term trend for butterflies since 1979. The warming summer climate has pushed the distribution of some species northwards, but this has been balanced out by…
Read MoreBeautiful art-inspired gifts that are perfect for Christmas
The joy and beauty of Scotland’s national art collection – expertly translated into stunning items that will make the perfect gift. With items to wear, eat, create with, plan with, design with, decorate with or simply gaze at – there really is something for everyone this festive season. What’s more, all the profits go to…
Read MoreA look at Stirling through its beautiful buildings
Stirling may be Scotland’s smallest city, but after being granted city status during the Golden Jubilee celebrations in 2002, its history and heritage have begun to be fully appreciated. Jack Gillon takes the reader on a tour of 50 of Stirling’s finest buildings and structures, celebrating the city’s immense architectural heritage and ancient character. With…
Read MoreEmerging artists to be showcased at the Usher Hall
Scotland’s musical stars of the future are showcased at Edinburgh’s Usher Hall in Emerging Artists series. The Usher Hall and Live Music Now Scotland have partnered to present a series of special concerts at Usher Hall that showcase the best upcoming musical talent from Scotland. Concerts in December and January include New Antonine Brass, Jacopo…
Read MoreScots artist preparing to showcase her work
A Scots artist is preparing to opens her studio for her annual exhibition. This November Glasgow School of Art graduate Lesley Banks is inviting enthusiasts to view her work. Born in 1962, Lesley grew up in Denny, Stirlingshire, and in 1980 began a four year degree course at the School of Art, specialising in drawing…
Read More10 creepy Scottish ghost stories for Halloween
From hell hounds to poltergeists, Scotland has no shortage of spooky stories. We round up 10 of our favourites which you may not have heard of… 1. The Ghost In The Bath Blythswood Square in Glasgow was the place to live in the 1800s, but when Captain Smythe moved into his new des res he…
Read MoreGet your hops up as home in former brewery is for sale
A beautiful home converted from a former brewery is now on the property market. Quietly positioned in the popular village of Newton of Falkland in the Howe of Fife, 4 North Maltings enjoys some views to the nearby Lomond Hills. It is presented for sale by Galbraith. Converted from the former brewery and malting buildings…
Read MoreHawksmoor Sunday Roast worth the seven day wait
There are some advantages to the change in season. We’ve waved bye-bye to the terrible midges, we no longer need to worry about how we look in shorts, the log store is stacked and ready for frosty evenings and best of all, the wonder of the roast lunch is back. There’s nothing quite like a…
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