Historic 331km-long bikepacking route through Perthshire is the star of new video

Perthshire after visitors left a mess at several of its reservoirs. The body said the likes of Loch Turret near Crieff has seen an influx of visitors as lockdown measures have been eased.

Perthshire’s two jails have been allowed to see loved ones again for the first time in 17 weeks. Visiting was suspended as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic in a raft of measures to contain the virus.

East Kilbride councillor called for action to support town centres and local businesses, as well as a stimulus package to help certain industries.

retweeted a moving video of a grandmother playing ‘Auld Lang Syne’ on a piano in the ruins of her Beirut home.

Police in West Lothian have launched an enquiry after the body of a man was found inside a house in Bathgate at the weekend.The body of the 43-year-old was found in a property on Marjoribanks Street on Sunday.Police confirmed officers are investigating the “unexplained” death.A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: “Around 1.15pm on Sunday, August, 2, the body of a 43-year-old man was discovered within a property on Marjoribanks Street, Bathgate.“The death is currently being treated as unexplained

Aberdeen at lunchtime on Saturday. The Ibrox side will wear the new white and navy strip when they visit Pittodrie to kick-off the new Scottish Premiership campaign.

Get the stories that interest you straight to your inbox every day with our personalised newsletterOne of Scotland’s oldest women has shared the secret to a long and happy life as she turns 108 — hard work and a constant supply of Werther’s Original.Louisa Wilson, from Ayr, was born the year the Titanic sank and has lived through two World Wars, the Spanish Flu outbreak and now coronavirus.The great-grandmother — known as Louie ­ celebrated her birthday on Saturday and toasted the amazing

Ayr, was born the year the Titanic sank and has lived through two World Wars, the Spanish Flu outbreak and now coronavirus.The great-grandmother - known as Louie - celebrated her birthday on Saturday and toasted the amazing milestone at home yesterday with champagne, a card from the Queen and a slice of cake to satisfy her sweet tooth.Her proud family told the Record how she amazes them every day with her determination and independence as she continues to cook, help with chores and look after

Police in Angus are appealing for help from the public to find a woman missing since Sunday evening. Sheena Douglas was last seen near to Barry Downs Caravan Park, Monifieth at about 7.15pm last night (July 26).

coronavirus.ScotRail said around 90% of its customers have complied with the requirement overall since it was brought in on June 22, but it estimates only 60% - and in some cases just 40% - are doing so on some routes. Syeda Ghufran, ScotRail engineering director, said: "While it's encouraging to see that most people across the country are following the requirement and covering their face when travelling, we need everyone to take personal responsibility for their travel choices.

Perth and Kinross issued a number of fines and forced the removal of vehicles while on patrol last weekend. Officers from the team, made up of Perth and Kinross Council, Police Scotland and the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, penalised individuals for littering and in one instance, for cutting branches off a tree for fire wood.

Los Angeles but Lola Lennox is “proud of her Scottish roots”.You may have guessed it from her surname – the singer is the oldest daughter of Annie.The Scot was, of course, one of the biggest stars of the 80s with Eurythmics, before her stellar solo success that has included an Oscar, Golden Globe, four Grammys and seven Brits, including a record six times crowned as best British female.And now Lola, 29, is following her 65-year-old mum into the music industry.Her official debut single, Back At

Falkirk.She was born in a nearby village, Blackbraes, and still has vivid memories from her childhood.The mum-of-one attributed her long life to not worrying too much - and not letting things 'fester'.Marion said: "Just carry on day after day."I believe if you are really worried and don't know where to turn, a wee talk to God helps."When you come to 100, you've had your worries and you come through them."Just deal with them as soon as you can and do the best you can."Don't let them fester

missing man in Edinburgh has sparked a major police investigation. Nikhil Sharma was last seen at around 8.30am on Tuesday, July 21 in the Fort Kinnaird area of the city.

Get the stories that interest you straight to your inbox every day with our personalised newsletterAn Irvine super grandad who beat Covid-19 with only one lung has lifted the lid on his road to recovery.William Burns, 76, spent a month in Crosshouse Hospital battling the disease and doctors initially feared he might not survive.He faced a lonely fight as wife of 54 years Ruby Ivy, their five sons and 14 grandchildren were not allowed to visit due to strict hospital restrictions.Now, 13 weeks on,

NHS medical and dental staff across Scotland are to receive a 2.8% pay rise, Health Secretary Jeanne Freeman has announced.

breast cancer has been chosen to front a new charity appeal.Lynsey Ritchie hit the headlines earlier this year by throwing a “Thanks for the mammaries” party ahead of double mastectomy surgery.The 43-year-old wrote movingly on her blog about ordering a boob cake to mark the occasion.And now - a year on from her own diagnosis - the mum-of-four has been chosen to help launch in Scotland an urgent new appeal to get life-saving work back on track.She’s supporting Cancer Research UK as it launches an

The Last of the Mohicans and TV credits including Doctor Who and Star Trek, has died at the age of 83. The news of his passing was confirmed by his agent Lovett Logan in a statement.