Posts by Kenny Smith
Winner of top Scottish art prize is unveiled
A young Scottish artist whose paintings are inspired by exploring abandoned buildings has been named as the winner of a major art prize. Samantha Cheevers, 23, from Port Glasgow, is the winner of the Glenfiddich Residency Award, worth ÂŁ10,000, the largest award for an emerging artist in Scotland. She will receive three-month funded residency at…
Read MoreScotland’s oldest licensed distillery is revealed
Historic documentary evidence has revealed the name of the oldest licensed whisky distillery in Scotland. Littlemill Distillery has long laid claim to an extensive and fascinating history, and for over 220 years a date stone on the gable end of one of the distillery’s warehouses carved with 1772 offered the best suggestion as to the…
Read MoreExciting future ahead as Galashiels regeneration gets underway
Work on creating the Great Tapestry of Scotland visitor attraction will herald the next development in the regeneration of Galashiels. Stirling-based Ogilvie Construction has been appointed to build the landmark facility for the attraction, which tells the story of Scotland through one of the world’s largest tapestries created by 1,000 people from across the country.…
Read MoreScottish gin industry hits a new milestone
The Scottish gin industry has hit a new landmark, as more than 250 gins currently in production across the land. The Gin Cooperative, a Scottish business that was established to help gin drinkers discover, explore and learn more about Scottish Gin have just added their 250th Scottish Gin profile and 100th Scottish Gin brand to…
Read MoreLink between Alzheimer’s and gum disease
People with poor oral hygiene or gum disease may be at a greater risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. That’s according to a study published by researchers at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan). Researchers have found that the bug responsible for gum disease could play a central role in the development of Alzheimer’s, and also…
Read MoreSearch underway for owner of 1947 hotel receipt
A famous Scottish hotel is trying to find the owner of a receipt for a stay at there – in 1947! A guest at the Grand Central Hotel in Glasgow last week got in touch with staff, and showed them an item in their possession – a room receipt for a J Johnston from 1947,…
Read MoreDistillery ups whisky production by 66%
A new distribution deal will see the Speyside Distillery increase its whisky production. Speyside Distillery has signed a major new distribution deal which will lead to a 66% increase in production of its single malt whisky. The agreement with Luzhou Laojiao International Development (HK) Co Ltd – a major force in the global duty free…
Read MoreIt will be twice the fun for the capital’s foodies
The organisers of the Edinburgh Food Festival have announced plans to double the schedule for this year’s annual foodie event. It will now take place at Assembly George Square Gardens over 10 days from 19-28 July. The festival welcomes visitors of all ages and the entry and the talks is free and non-ticketed. To mark…
Read MoreTwo day adventure run is back for the second year
Runners will be heading to the Isle of Arran this weekend. Rat race Adventure Sports is back with the Ultra Tour of Arran (UTA), a two-day 100km ultra distance off-road adventure run this April 13-14. The run is on Arran, a perfect outdoor playground for the adventure run through the dense forests and coastal beaches…
Read MoreIndustry fighting back against alcohol abuse
The Scotch whisky industry is to spend ÂŁ1million on tackling alcohol misuse over the next decade. Through the Scotch Whisky Action Fund, the industry is committed to providing consumers with the information they need to make informed and responsible choices about the consumption of alcohol; and to working to reduce the harms caused through excessive…
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