Dundee, Tayside and Central Scotland News
Keep up to date with the latest news and sports articles for Dundee, Tayside and Central Scotland. You will also find links on the left that will direct you to local and national newspaper websites and publications.
Scottish MP criticises Labour policies after suspension
Brian Leishman has lost the whip after repeatedly criticising Sir Keir Starmer's government.
Woman, 82, dies in hospital after head-on crash
One woman has died and another has been injured after a crash near Glenfarg on Saturday.
Man accused of Dundee scientist's murder appears in court for second time
The 20-year-old is accused of stabbing scientist Dr Fortune Gomo in a Dundee street on 5 July.
Your pictures of Scotland
A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.
Merger of Scottish farming co-operatives approved
The new business will help farmers pool machinery and labour across north east and east Scotland.
Man accused of hammer attack on Stone of Destiny case
The 35-year-old appeared in private at Perth Sheriff Court in connection with the alleged incident
Runners 'frustrated' as half marathon cut a mile short
Organisers apologised for the error and confirmed stewards had misdirected the runners.
More than 40 firefighters tackle house fire in Dundee
Seven fire engines were sent to the fire in the north east of the city early on Monday.
Why are there more roadworks in Scotland than ever? And it's not down to potholes
The number of recorded road works in Scotland is now 28% higher than it was before the Covid pandemic.
Family tribute to 'devoted father' killed in M9 crash
Jamie Johnstone, from Denny, died at the scene of the incident near Carronshore, Falkirk.
Firefighters tackle blaze on Perthshire hillside
Fire crews remained at the scene on Saturday and were working to make the area safe.
Teenager seriously injured in electric motorcycle crash with car
The 17-year-old was taken to hospital following the collision with a car in the west end of Dundee.
Man dies and passenger injured in M9 collision
The incident happened on the M9 near Carronshore on Wednesday morning
Man, 27, taken to hospital after street disturbance
Police Scotland say officers were called to Main Street, Doune, at about 17:35 on Saturday.
Large and ancient farmers' hall unearthed in Angus
Archaeologists say the building had a role in the rituals of some of Scotland's first farmers.
How a £1 bet sparked a Scottish hill race now run 50 times
A hill race in Stirling which was started for a bet in the 1970s has just celebrated its 50th event.
How two families were linked by a Scottish war horse
Two families bound by a heroic horse that served in World War One meet for the first time.
Why not nationalise Grangemouth after British Steel takeover?
The UK government has taken control of the Scunthorpe plant under emergency powers - the SNP believes the oil refinery at Grangemouth should also be nationalised.
Stirling celebrates 900th anniversary with parade
About 900 people took part in the parade, including 350 musicians and local community groups.
'I can't change the past but I've made athletics safer'
Pole vaulter Anna Gordon was shunned after reporting abuse but now she has effected safeguarding changes in athletics.
The Repair Shop rebuilds an ancient settlement in Perthshire
Has a devastating fire put the future of a 5,000-year-old craft in jeopardy?
Scotland's Home of the Year: Central and Tayside
The judges continue their search for home of the year in central Scotland and Tayside.
Muirhead & Brewster retain titles
Eve Muirhead and Tom Brewster guide their rinks to respective women's and men's Scottish curling titles in Perth on Sunday.
McNamara hurt by Dundee Utd loss
Dundee United boss Jackie McNamara urges his team to improve defensively following the 6-2 humbling by Celtic.
Managers at odds on County win
St Johnstone manager Steve Lomas was left aggrieved after losing at Ross County in the Scottish Premier League.
Celtic 6-2 Dundee Utd
Kris Commons and Anthony Stokes each score twice as Celtic rout Dundee United and stretch their SPL advantage.
Ross County 1-0 St Johnstone
Ross County hold firm to claim all three points from their Scottish Premier League clash against St Johnstone.
Falkirk 1-0 Dunfermline
Substitute David Weatherston scores a late goal to give Falkirk victory against Dunfermline.
Arbroath 0-1 Brechin City
Brechin City's Alan Trouten scored late to defeat Arbroath in the Scottish Second Divsion.
Forfar Athletic 0-1 Alloa Athletic
A last-minute goal by Ben Gordon is enough for Alloa to edge past Forfar in the Scottish Second Division.
Stenhousemuir 2-1 East Fife
Bryan Hodge scores twice as Stenhousemuir come from behind to beat East Fife in the Scottish Second Division.
Annan Athletic 1-2 East Stirlingshire
East Stirling continue to enjoy their travels as they defeat Annan in the Scottish Third Division.
Peterhead 0-0 Stirling Albion
Bottom-placed Stirling Albion hold play-off hopefuls Peterhead to a draw in the Scottish Third Division
Dundee need more in attack - Smith
Manager Barry Smith admits Dundee lack prowess in the final third following the 1-0 defeat by Aberdeen.
Aberdeen 1-0 Dundee
Niall McGinn's 17th goal of the season gives Aberdeen their first win of 2013 as Dundee lose at Pittodrie.
Lawyers for nurse in trans case criticise 'irresponsible' health board
Scotland's information commissioner says he is considering reporting NHS Fife to the Court of Session over its statement.
Tall Ships event gets under sail in 'party city'
The major four-day event in Aberdeen is expected to attract hundreds of thousands of people.
Tribunal nurse sues union and Russian spies 'unmasked'
A review of the front pages as nurse in trans doctor tribunal sues union and Russian operatives sanctioned.
Man, 90, gets floral clock cuckoo wish after 30-year wait
The former teacher said he was delighted to finally see it after travelling to Edinburgh from Aberdeen.
'Parkinson's cycling club has given me back my independence'
Tony Deeney was diagnosed with Parkinson's 23 years ago but cycling has helped him rediscover his independence.
A-listed brutalist studio up for sale at £18,000
The dilapidated studio of textile designer Bernat Klein is to go on sale with a guide price of £18,000.
Premature babies to be immunised against winter virus
From late September, 9,000 babies and vulnerable infants in the UK will have a long-lasting injection.
Island Games close after a week of wins, friendship and memories
Orkney has handed the baton to the next Island Games hosts, the Faroe Islands.
Doctor and husband jailed for selling stolen PPE on eBay
Dr Attiya Sheikh and her husband Omer Sheikh made almost £8,000 during the Covid pandemic in 2020.
Glasgow Airport 48-hour strike called off
About 100 workers had been set to take part in the industrial action next Thursday in a dispute over pay.
Three hurt in Highland crash involving stolen car
A dog also died in the two-car collision on the A96 road at Newton of Petty,
Man jailed for nine years after leaving woman brain damaged
Michael Harvey repeatedly hit Carol O'Reilly's head off the ground during an assault in Glasgow city centre that was captured on CCTV.