Local Characters · Craigie
Agnes Mathieson, 74, Carries Three Umbrellas on a Dry Day ‘Because That’s When They Get You’
Craigie pensioner refuses to trust 15°C sunshine. Neighbours describe her as 'prepared beyond science'.
Back Issue
Thursday, 29 October 2026
Roadworks · Aberfeldy
Aberfeldy Embankment Lights to Stay Until February 2027; Locals Begin Naming Them
Long-term lights on the A827 become part of the community. The red one is now called Hamish.
Roadworks · Kinross
Convoy System on The Muirs, Kinross; Drivers Enjoy Feeling Like a State Motorcade at 10mph
Lead vehicle guides traffic until 6 November. Residents wave, as is appropriate for any procession.
Roadworks · Crieff
Overnight Lights on Comrie Road, Crieff; Owls Complain of Being Held Up
Overnight work until Saturday morning. Nocturnal wildlife demands a diversion.
Roadworks · Dunkeld Road
Lane Closure on Dunkeld Road Leaves Drivers Choosing Between the Queue and the Drive-Thru Queue
Works by McDonald's run until Friday. Locals ask whether one queue counts towards the other.
Roadworks · Dundee Road
Multiphase Lights on Dundee Road Until Monday; Drivers Advised to Bring a Book, Perhaps Two
Works between Fairmount Road and Kinnoull Primary. Lights cycle through red, red, amber, red.
Good News · Daylight
Clocks Gone Back, Mornings Bright: Perth Dog Walkers Report ‘Actually Seeing the Dog’
Sunrise 07:16. Sunset 16:38. Kinnoull man discovers his dog is brown.
Good News · McDiarmid
Saints Fans Agree: Never Leave Early
Supporters who stayed for the 93rd minute rewarded with Campbell equaliser. Those who left 'learn valuable lesson'.
Good News · Domestic
Perth Washing Lines Report Full Dry for First Time Since August
Sheets, towels and one optimistic duvet complete drying cycle outdoors. Pegs overjoyed.
Good News · North Inch
Bell’s Dome Is Staying, and Perth Is Quietly Delighted
The North Inch landmark survives under the new plan. Joggers report a pleasant feeling, then keep jogging.