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Christmas lights on new lamp-posts get go-ahead after confusion across Fife towns
A Glenrothes councillor has welcomed the news that communities across Fife with existing Christmas lighting schemes can go ahead this festive season.
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Financial support for almost 13,000 pensioners in Fife
Almost 13,000 pensioners in Fife got financial support in the first year of a payment.
Appeal for answers after ex-lab technician’s death from asbestos cancer
The Kirkcaldy widow of a former lab technician is searching for answers after her late husband’s death from asbestos cancer mesothelioma.
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Jack Wishart: tributes paid to Kirkcaldy businessman and Fife Flyers co-owner
Tributes have been paid to highly respected Kirkcaldy businessman, Jack Wishart, who has died at the age of 82.
Community board formed to spend £20m ‘once in a generation’ funding in Fife community
The board which will oversee the spending of a £20million pot of funding in a Fife community has been unveiled.
SEPA joins list of over 1000 objections to giant AI data centre in Fife village
Scotland’s environmental watchdog has added its voice to the objections over the proposed massive AI data centre in Auchtetool.
I stayed at ‘stunning’ Scottish seaside luxury hotel - my verdict
A five star luxury hotel in ever-popular St Andrews is a winner for wellness and great food writes Rosalind Erskine.
Fife church where people have worshipped for 430 years selected for national project
A community bid to secure the future of a historic Fife church has received a huge boost.
Student flats shortage drives Dundee demand as housing pressures grow in St Andrews
“Students are beginning their accommodation search much earlier than they did even a few years ago” – Tim Goddard, Gylemuir Capital
Unique funding is boost for Fife town’s community hub with focus on food
A Fife town is one of just four places in Scotland to win unique Change Award funding and support - all backing plans for a unique community hub focused on food.
Fifers have their say to help shape iconic, historic park
Users of a historic Fife park have been giving their views to help shape the future of the “iconic” greenspace.
Elmwood College: report on ‘systemic failures’ and ‘opportunity for growth’
A report into future plans for Elmwood College in Cupar has been hailed as “opportunity for growth.”
Meet miracle Fife baby Hope: born at 22 weeks gestation, weighing just 511 grams
A baby girl born weighing only half as much as a standard bag of sugar and facing the slimmest chance of survival is now thriving at home with her family in Fife.
‘Back the BID’ call – and help save St Andrews’ Hoolie
Businesses in St Andrews have been urged to back the town’s BID - and help secure the future of key events such as the St Andrew’s Day Hoolie.
Bob MacIntyre reveals The Open pep talk he is giving himself as he lays out plan to win it on Sunday
Scotland's best hope for open glory believes that he can savour a special Sunday at Royal Birkdale seven years after Portrush debut
Four-month road closure in Fife town for rail bridge repairs
A Cardenden route is set to close for four months to allow work to be carried out on a rail bridge.
What’s on: ABC at Rockore, plus all your local gigs
The Fife Free Press supports our live venues by featuring listings of gigs and shows coming up over the next few weeks.
Fifers urged to nominate NHS heroes for new recognition
Fifers have been urged to celebrate the healthcare workers who make a difference every day by nominating their local NHS heroes.
MP calls public meeting on pollution crisis at Kinghorn beach
A public meeting is set to take place to discuss the ongoing pollution crisis at Kinghorn Beach.
Fife’s new GP walk-in clinic: where it is located and it’s opening hours
The location of Fife’s first GP walk-in service has been revealed, along with its opening hours.