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Dunfermline development facing further delay for superfast broadband connection
RESIDENTS of a Dunfermline development have hit out after delays in getting superfast broadband installed in their homes. Middlebank Holdings was due to be connected in June last year as part of the Scottish Government's R100 programme. However
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‘Tag’ for High Valleyfield man who smashed window
A High Valleyfield man vandalised a house in the village by smashing a bedroom window. Michael Stocks had become “irate” after being refused entry to a neighbouring property. Stocks, 42, of Pentland Terrace, appeared for sentencing at Dunfermline
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Fife wax painter returns to Fire Station Creative
A FIFE wax painter is set to hold his second exhibition at Dunfermline's Fire Station Creative next month. Marcel O’Connor will be building on the success of his first exhibition at the venue in 2017 as he displays his latest encaustic paintings
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Two-goal hero Craig Wighton hopes for starting place against Queen's Park
CRAIG WIGHTON said he was frustrated not to bag more than two goals on Tuesday night but hopes his double salvo can earn a return to the Pars starting line-up. The 26-year-old was in the right place at the right time to net twice inside the final
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Fife's first Afro-Caribbean store to open in Dunfermline
FIFE's First Afro-Caribbean grocery shop will open its doors in Dunfermline tomorrow (Saturday). Following an extensive refit, AYT Foods will open at 24 Bridge Street offering a range of food and drink. As previously reported in the Press,
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Dunfermline councillors go on sight-loss simulation walk
A group of Dunfermline councillors have experienced navigating the city while wearing sight-loss simulation spectacles. RNIB Scotland arranged the exercise to highlight the problems experienced by blind and partially sighted people when trying
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Plans to convert historic West Fife hotel into flats and houses are agreed
A "landmark" West Fife hotel that was built almost 150 years ago is to be turned into two houses and three flats. The Woodside Hotel, on the High Street in Aberdour, is a category B-listed property that dates back to 1875 but the owners said keeping
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Water polo star Zara helps GB to EU Nations Cup medal
A TALENTED Dunfermline Water Polo Club star has picked up a bronze medal representing Great Britain at a European competition. Goalkeeper Zara Christie, a pupil at Dunfermline High School, travelled to Brno, Czech Republic, to play for Great Britain's
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Fancy taking a wee holiday above a pub?
FANCY enjoying a short break above a pub? That could soon be on offer in Dunfermline with new plans for the flats above the Old Inn. Barry Hynd has applied for permission from Fife Council for a change of use of the properties at 15A, 15B,
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Paul Weller's Alhambra gig pre-sale tickets sell out in a couple of hours
FANS of Paul Weller will have to act quickly if they wish to snap up tickets in the general sale for his Dunfermline show. With the pre-sale release selling out in just a few hours yesterday (Wednesday), those wishing to attend the much anticipated
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Dobbies to run Grow How session on Poinsettias this festive period
A garden centre has announced its free Grow How session that will be taking place in its Dunfermline branch. Dobbies will be running the event this December to give customers the chance to learn how to look after their Poinsettias throughout the
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Inverkeithing Hillfield Swifts chair delighted to secure new boss
THE chairman of Inverkeithing Hillfield Swifts said that it was "maybe a wee bit of fate" that they managed to quickly secure Jason McCrindle as their new manager. Craig Reid has spoken of his delight at securing the former Luncarty gaffer, who
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Five-star Pars blossom in League Cup win over Rose
FIVE-STAR Dunfermline Athletic Ladies got their own back on Linlithgow Rose on Sunday by winning an eight-goal Scottish Women's Football League Cup thriller. The Pars will finish second in Group B, with one fixture to go, after overcoming the West
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Appeal for two new homes at Forth coast is rejected by the Scottish Government
CONTENTIOUS plans to build two new houses at Crombie Point have been refused by the Scottish Government. James Corrie, of Blairadam, had hoped the planning and environmental appeals division would overturn Fife Council's decision. He had taken
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Bowl your way to a turkey with Hollywood Bowl!
A DUNFERMLINE bowling alley is offering its customers the chance to bowl their way to a free turkey this Christmas. Hollywood Bowl, located in the Fife Leisure Park, has announced that those who bowl a turkey will be in with the chance to win
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ScotRail confirms Fife services will run amid strike action
SCOTRAIL has confirmed its services through Fife will be unaffected this weekend when members of the train drivers' union, ASLEF, take part in industrial action. Strikes will take place at various train operating companies across the UK on Saturday
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How to watch the Euro 2024 finals draw in Scotland and when will it take place?
The Euro 2024 finals draw is set to take place very soon and Scotland will find out who they will face in the group stages of the tournament. Steve Clarke's side cruised to qualification, finishing second in their group behind Spain and as a result
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'It's a good tie': Kelty player / boss reacts to cup draw
KELTY HEARTS player/boss Michael Tidser revealed he missed the start of Sunday's fourth round draw in the Scottish Cup - and watching his team's number come up live! The New Central Park outfit booked their place in the hat thanks to a superb 2
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Police attend property on Golfdrum Street to execute arrest warrant
Police were present on Golfdrum Street last night (Wednesday, November 29) to carry out an arrest. Residents in the area took to social media to report a number of police vehicles in the street. READ MORE: Road to be closed in Kincardine for
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Boss says Pars will rally round star injured star Kane
JAMES MCPAKE has said that Kane Ritchie-Hosler will be given "the best of treatment" as he faces another potential spell on the sidelines. The 21-year-old was taken off on a stretcher, following a seven-minute break in play, early in the second
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Why does Scotland celebrate St Andrew's Day and why is he our patron saint?
St Andrew's Day is upon us with many across Scotland celebrating the country's patron saint, Andrew the Apostle. While the national day, which takes place today (November 30), is a long-running tradition, many may be unsure as to why we actually
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Locals can have their say on plans to turn old coal mine into a holiday park
VISITORS could soon be enjoying holidays near Blairhall with proposals in for lodges and caravans. And locals have been invited to view and have their say on plans that would see the redevelopment of a derelict old coal mine. Castlehill used
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Dog with broken leg was left neglected after owner accidentally stood on it
A Dunfermline man failed to get treatment for his pup after accidentally standing on it and breaking its leg. As a result, 32-year-old Stuart Connolly, of Headwell Avenue, appeared at Dunfermline Sheriff Court. He admitted that on February