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A mentoring scheme based in Perth and Kinross is part

of a wider YMCA Scotland pilot programme that has shown a massive social return of over £1.05 million on an investment of just under £108,000.

That’s the value put on the YMCA run plusone mentoring scheme to the likes of the state, criminal

justice system and the young people themselves by an independent report.

YMCA Scotland said the two new independent research reports showed the charity’s model for youth mentoring – which has included the Perth and Kinross project - is transforming young lives.

And the charity is calling on the newly elected SNP Government to

put the organisation’s proven model of success at the heart of its early intervention programme.

The YMCA Scotland plusone pilot in Perth and Kinross is one of three, with the others running in North Lanarkshire and Fife. The projects have run for two years, helping young people aged 8-14 years old whose behaviour was becoming a real

concern. Reasons for referral include offending, anti-social behaviour, hostile or violent behaviour, family problems, substance misuse, and poor school attendance.

The programme has been run in partnership with the local authority in Perth and Kinross, and in the other areas it operates. National partners

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Depute Provost Willie WilsonDepute Provost Willie Wilson comments on a variety of city centre regeneration issues in Perth

It is the essence of any city’s ambition and development for

there to be a constant process of regeneration. Perth is currently in the fore front of this process and there are many schemes already taking place, or about to take place, which will help improve our city centre for all our citizens and the businesses that operate within the city.

It will be obvious to everyone that the scheme to improve Perth

High Street and part of King Edward Street is well underway. This inevitably had to be carried out in the summer due to weather and climate restraints. The contractors are making good progress and the section in King Edward Street is virtually complete already with the area near the foot of the High Street well on its way to completion. Whilst I appreciate the work does cause disruption in the short term I’m sure there will be a huge benefit to both shoppers and shopkeepers once the scheme is complete.

The summer should also see progress on the proposals for the city square and, in my opinion, hopefully the removal of the City Hall. I know this is a controversial matter and there are strong opinions on either side. The Council are proceeding with plans for the city square and again, once this is undertaken and completed, I am sure it will be a major asset to the city.

I had the great delight last week to attend the service at St John’s Kirk to mark the reopening and rededication of the historic building following the major improvements scheme. The Kirk looks magnificent and if you’ve not been into see it already I would suggest you do so as soon as possible. Not all of the improvements are immediately obvious because a lot of work was done to improve lighting, heating and other services which will be of lasting benefit to both the congregation and the wider community. The seating is very much improved and it is a fitting

tribute that the Moderator of the General Assembly, the Right Reverend David Arnott, attended to preach the sermon which was based on the theme ‘a building fit for purpose’.

St Paul’s Kirk has long been a thorn in our flesh as a building in a state of decay. The current covering of scaffolding I hope will show signs of a new owner who is prepared to invest in converting the building into a restaurant facility. Whilst we cannot comment on any detailed plans at present it will be good for a viable use to be put forward for the building which can then be considered by the public and by the Council.

The retail park in St Catherine’s Road recently received planning consent for an improved layout and refurbishing the units. In particular the new car parking arrangements will be very welcome as any regular visitor to the retail park can testify. I would hope that pedestrian and road safety would be improved substantially with the new plans and the new layout.

All of these schemes contribute in their own way towards the development and regeneration of our city centre and form an important part in maintaining our economic and social stability for our city.

ROSEANNA PRAISES “VISION FOR THE FUTURE” AT ST JOHN’SThe Scottish National Party’s Ms

Roseanna Cunningham MSP, Member of the Scottish Parliament for Perthshire South & Kinross-shire, attended a Thanksgiving Service on Friday to celebrate the completion of the “Vision for the Future” project at St John’s Kirk in Perth.

Speaking after the event, Roseanna said: “St John’s Kirk is a hugely important building in the heart of Perth City Centre which as well as being a Parish Kirk for local people has witnessed some of the ground breaking moments of Scottish history.

“I was delighted, therefore, to have

been able to attend the Thanksgiving Service to mark the completion of this ambition redevelopment project.“The aim was to create an adaptable building that is comfortable and inviting for audiences, artists and parishioners and I think that has certainly been achieved.“Many congratulations to everybody involved in bringing this project to fruition and securing the funding required. I am particularly pleased that the fundraising effort benefited from a £300,000 contributi on from the Town Centre Regeneration Fund introduced by the SNP Government.”

Building Work on New Crieff Recycling Centre Set to Begin SoonPerth & Kinross Council is pleased to

announce that construction works to build a new Recycling Centre for Crieff will be starting shortly.

The new facility will be built within the existing Council depot at North Forr in Crieff and will include: - Construction of a waste transfer station building - Construction of new access road to the Recycling Centre - Construction of recycling points and bays

The objective of the works, planned to begin on Monday 20th June 2011, is to increase the amount and types of recyclable materials accepted - including paper, timber, metal, plastic and cardboard -and to modernise and develop the provision on site to support these changes. Building a new waste transfer station for waste and recyclable materials will make better use of vehicles which formerly transferred waste to the Council depot in Perth.

Contractors CA Blackwell Ltd are expected to be on site for 16 weeks. In order to ensure public safety during the construction period, Crieff Recycling Centre will be temporarily closed with effect from Monday 13th June 2011. This will also enable the Council to remove recycling containers and signs ahead of the start of works.

For the period that the Crieff Recycling Centre is closed, residents

are advised to use the Recycling Points in Crieff at Leadenflower Car Park, Strathearn Leisure Centre and Meadows Car Park on Burrell Street. They can also use the Auchterarder Recycling Centre, which for the duration of the works in Crieff will be open Monday to Friday 9am to 7pm and Saturdays and Sundays 9am to 5pm.

The Council regrets any inconvenience this closure may cause for residents but also hopes the benefits of the improved Recycling Centre will be appreciated once the works are completed.

Environment Convener, Councillor Alan Grant said: “The new Crieff Recycling Centre is intended to significantly improve facilities for recycling in the Crieff area, as part of the Council’s ongoing programme to enhance these services throughout Perth and Kinross. Once complete, it will enable householders to recycle even more of their waste and help us maintain and increase the recycling rate in Perth and Kinross. We regret any disruption that may result from the temporary closure of the current Recycling Centre, but I hope residents will welcome the new facility and benefit from the improved provision it will offer.”

For further information about recycling facilities in Perth and Kinross, please call 01738 476476, email [email protected] or visit www.pkc.gov.uk/recycle

New System for Callers to Parking Services

A new system is being put in place to record telephone enquiries made

to the Council’s Parking Services.From Monday 20th June 2011,

anyone making a call regarding parking fines or Blue Badges will hear a new message advising them that their calls will be recorded.

Callers telephoning the new service number, 01738 477211, will also be advised to have their reference number ready and that if they are calling to appeal a fine, they must put their grounds for appeal in writing to the Council. During busy periods, an answerphone service will operate asking people to leave their name and number.

The recording system has been introduced to help with the administration of complaints and appeals, and in addition reflects the Council’s ongoing zero tolerance policy regarding abusive behaviour against its employees. This approach has also been supported by the introduction in 2009 of high-tech mini-cameras worn by parking attendants.

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Local community and charitable groups have

invested in Perth’s green-fingered future by helping to fund a novel children’s outdoor garden project.

Craigie Playgroup meets three times a week in Craigie church hall and play-leaders have been looking for ways to indulge the kids’ interest in all things leafy

Now, after being granted permission, they are set to transform an unused outdoor space into a garden area where the children can learn to grow food and explore nature.Perth Strathearn 200 Round Table and The Guildry Incorporation of Perth have donated £500 between them to assist with the erection of fences and gates

With a decked or barked area to incorporate planting boxes and seed trays for the children,

as well as a playhouse, national charity Cash For Kids has also forwarded £300.In preparation for the building of the garden, Craigie Playgroup kids have already enjoyed supervised growing sessions, with plenty of fun and mucky hands!With emphasis at national level on increasing awareness of how food reaches our table and safe, outdoor play for children, play-leaders and carers are delighted the project is to get off the ground.They are also enormously thankful to the local and national charity bodies that have supported their efforts in getting the children potting and planting.

Craigie Playgroup Chair, Julie Allan, said: “The Committee and the Play Leaders are enormously appreciative of the financial support we have

received for the project.“It has been an aim for some time and we can’t wait to get all the pieces in place.“The children genuinely love to get involved with the planting and to see how things grow. It is a fun way to teach kids about flowers, fruit and vegetables and the space will give us a lot of scope in terms of what we can do in the future.”Perth Strathearn 200 Round Table Secretary Nigel Fielding (pictured) was at the playgroup last week to hand over a cheque and to see the first fruits of the kids’ box planting programmes.“Perth Strathearn 200 Round Table recognise the work

Craigie Playgroup do and are delighted to help,” he said. “It is fantastic to see the kids getting involved in outdoor activities and we hope our donation can help the project move forward in a big way.”

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Positive HMIe Inspection Report for Blair Atholl Primary

Blair Atholl Primary School has been praised

for the quality of learning it provides to children in an HMIe inspection report.The school was inspected in March 2011, when it had a roll-call of 33 pupils, including eight in the nursery.

The inspection report found that the key strengths of the school were: * Children’s learning and outdoor experiences in the nursery* Increasing opportunities for children to collaborate with each other to complete tasks* Steps taken by the headteacher and staff to improve the work of the school.

Inspectors found that in the nursery, the children were developing their confidence very well and were kind and considerate towards one another.Across the primary stages most children enjoyed learning and felt that school was helping them become more confident. Increasingly, children were benefitting from activities which encouraged them to work together in small groups and pairs.The school was improving ways for children to take part in activities, school committees and groups, which taught them valuable life skills such as how to work in a team.

The report said the nursery children were making good progress in their learning.

Primary pupils were making satisfactory progress in English and mathematics, and they also enjoyed reading. It also found that overall, children’s writing skills were not well enough developed.Staff enhanced the children’s learning experiences through the use of visitors to the school and visits to the surrounding area. Staff knew children very well and were sensitive to their individual needs, and teaching was clear and at the right level of difficulty. They were also increasing opportunities for pupils to get involved in the local community.

Inspectors found that the headteacher and staff were committed to improving the work of school and have responded well to address areas for improvement identified by Perth & Kinross Council.The headteacher was committed to the school and the local community. She had improved the school’s self-

evaluation, and in doing so has increased staff awareness of what the school is doing well, and what it needs to improve.The report said that Blair Atholl Primary would not require any follow-up inspections, but identified several areas where improvements could be made.

Lifelong Learning Convener Councillor Liz Grant welcomed the findings, saying: “I am sure everyone at Blair Atholl Primary School will be happy with the view from HMIe in this inspection report. It reflects the commitment of the headteacher and her staff to delivering a high quality of education and continuing to improve the provision for pupils, and the enthusiasm and pride that the children have for the school. I look forward to hearing more good news from Blair Atholl as we work with the school to address the inspectors’ recommendations for improvement and build on what has already been achieved.”

Exhibitions @ Perth Museum and Art Gallery 2011Opening Hours: Mon to Sat, 10am – 5pm. Sun (from 2 May – 29 Aug) 1.00pm – 4.30pmFREE ADMISSION Parking nearby, Disabled Access, Induction loop, Baby Changing. email: [email protected] website: www.pkc.gov.uk/museumsTrove until 23 Dec 2011The Scottish Glass Society and Perth & Kinross Council are pleased to present this contemporary glass exhibition showcasing the work of 25 emerging and established Scottishglass artists. Artists have created new artworks inspired by the hidden treasure of the Perth Museum and Art Gallery reserve collection. Matisse: Drawing with Scissors 23 Apr until 31 Jul 2011Sponsored by Perth Festival of the Arts, this exhibition features lithographic reproductions of late works by Matisse from 1950-54. The prints are taken from the famous ‘cut-outs’ made by Matisse in the last four years of his life and include iconic images such as The Snail and Blue Nudes. A Hayward Touring exhibition from Southbank Centre, London, on behalf of Arts Council England.Loch, Heather and Peat7 May until 1 Oct 2011Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the establishment of Caithness Glass, this exhibition highlights the work of Domhnall O’Broin, their first designer.Ronald Forbes: The Nature of Things21 May until 1 Oct 2011Sponsored by Perth Festival of the Arts. Paintings, digital collage and film by Ronald Forbes, inspired by his residency at the Scottish Crop Research Institute. This exhibition brings together the world of art and science to explore themes such as Adam & Eve and the Greek Myths.The Birds & the Bees: Artists & the Natural World6 Aug 2011 until 22 Aug 2012Works from the museum collections inspired by the natural world, including fungi pictures by Beatrix Potter, wildflowers by Katharine Cameron and contemporary works by Derrick Guild.Natural History: Behind the Scenes Tours1 &15 Jul, 5 & 19 Aug, 16 Sep, 21 Oct, 18 Nov 201111am – 12 noon. A free guided tour around the museum’s collection of mammals, birds, insects and fossils. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Booking essential, limited places, Telephone 01738 632488 for more details.Discover more about the rural history of East

Perthshire at our sister museum in Alyth:Alyth Museum: A Long ExposureMay – September 2011Fascinating photographs from the Laing Collection continue to delight in this wonderful exhibition at Alyth Museum. FREE entry 1-5pm | Wed to Sun | Commercial St, Alyth PH11 8AFExhibitions and Events @ The Fergusson GalleryOpening Hours: Mon to Sat, 10am – 5pm. Sun (from 2 May – 29 Aug) 1.00pm – 4.30pmFREE ADMISSION Parking nearby, Disabled Access to Gallery One and Two, Induction loop and Baby Changing email: [email protected] website: www.pkc.gov.uk/museumsPicture of the MonthMonthlyPop in each month and see which new painting from the collection is on display.Introducing Fergus & MegPermanent displayThis new display gives a brief introduction into the life of Margaret Morris and JD Fergusson and a glimpse into their fascinating partnership.Brilliance in ColourUntil 11 Feb 2012Showcasing the vast artistic talents of JD Fergusson and Margaret Morris. A first-ever major exhibition of their work hung side by side, which looks at their creative life together.Fergusson’s Early OilsUntil 12 Nov 2011In his early career, Fergusson painted on small panels producing jewel-like oil paintings. Visitors can also see some of the art materials he used.

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and charitable groups have invested in Perth’s green-fingered future by helping to fund a novel children’s outdoor garden project.

Craigie Playgroup meets three times a week in Craigie church hall and play-leaders have been looking for ways to indulge the kids’ interest in all things leafy.

Now, after being granted permission, they are set to transform an unused outdoor space into a garden area where the children can

learn to grow food and explore nature.

Perth Strathearn 200 Round Table and The Guildry Incorporation of Perth have donated £500 between them to assist with the erection of fences and gates.With a decked or barked area to incorporate planting boxes and seed trays for the children, as well as a playhouse, national charity Cash For Kids has also forwarded £300.

In preparation for the building of the garden, Craigie Playgroup kids have already enjoyed

supervised growing sessions, with plenty of fun and mucky hands!

With emphasis at national level on increasing awareness of how food reaches our table and safe, outdoor play for children, play-leaders and carers are delighted the project is to get off the ground.

They are also enormously thankful to the local and national charity bodies that have supported their efforts in getting the children potting and planting.Craigie Playgroup Chair, Julie Allan, said: “The

Committee and the Play Leaders are enormously appreciative of the financial support we have received for the project.

“It has been an aim for some time and we can’t wait to get all the pieces in place.“The children genuinely love to get involved with the planting and to see how things grow. It is a fun way to teach kids about flowers, fruit and vegetables and the space will give us a lot of scope in terms of what we can do in the future.”

Perth Strathearn 200 Round Table Secretary Nigel Fielding (pictured) was at the playgroup last week to hand over a cheque and to see the first fruits of the kids’ box planting programmes.“Perth Strathearn 200 Round Table recognise the work Craigie Playgroup do and are delighted to help,” he said. “It is fantastic to see the kids getting involved in outdoor activities and we hope our donation can help the project move forward in a big way.”

On Saturday 25th June 2011, the Perth and Kinross Network of Charity Shops and Reuse Projects, supported by Perth &

Kinross Council is again celebrating Pass It On Day with a free prize draw.

The Pass It On campaign looks to raise the profile of the reuse sector, highlighting the range and quality of items that can be diverted from landfill and save resources, help the environment and reduce disposal costs.

To enter, householders are encouraged to either donate a good quality item to one of the participating Charity Shops or Reuse Projects on Saturday 25th June, or pop in to buy an item from them and then sign up to the prize draw at the shop’s counter.

The winners will have the chance to choose from one of the following prizes:

* £50 worth of gardening tokens* £50 worth of book vouchers* £50 worth of bicycle equipment* Two months’ free membership with Live Active Leisure

Alternatively they can, if they wish, donate the £50 prize money to a local charity of their choice.

For more information on how to reduce waste from landfill and to keep up-to-date with the activities of the Network of Charity Shops and Reuse Projects, please visit www.pkc.gov.uk/wheretodonate.

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FIRE SAFETY WEEK

Child Safety Week is the Child Accident Prevention Trust’s annual flagship community education campaign.

Tayside Fire and Rescue supports the Child Safety Week campaign which aims to raise awareness of the number of accidents that seriously injure or kill children every year and the steps we can take to help prevent them.

Accident prevention is not about restricting children or wrapping them up in cotton wool, instead it is about creating safer environments, both in the home and elsewhere, to enable children to thrive and lead a healthy active life.

Community Engagement Practitioner, Tayside Fire and Rescue, Emma Mackinnon joined up with The Young Carers Project (A young carer is a child who provides care for a seriously ill or disabled family member) and invited the young people to Perth Fire Station to participate in various firefighting activities with the firefighters. Whilst having fun, the young people learned about fire safety and how to keep safe.Child Safety Week provides the opportunity to get this message across to children in a fun and engaging way, helping children learn how to fit safety into their busy lives.

World Renowned Writer Iain M.Banks Visits AK Bell Library

Later this month, Iain M Banks, widely considered

to be one of Britain’s finest authors, will visit the AK Bell Library in Perth to discuss his latest book ‘Surface Detail’.

Recognised for his mainstream novels as well as his science fiction, Iain burst onto the scene in 1984 with the publication of his first novel, ‘The Wasp Factory’. Since then he has published more than 20 novels and been named by The Times as one of ‘The 50 Greatest British Writers since 1945’.

The eagerly awaited volume weaves another intricate tale that offers fascinating insight into the human condition and features his trademark dark, intelligent humour.

Iain’s talk will take place on Thursday 30 June at 7.30pm. Don’t miss this chance to meet an author who is acclaimed as one of the most powerful, innovative and exciting writers of his generation.

Tickets cost £5 each and are available from the AK Bell Library. For further information please telephone 01738 477019.

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‘Don’t Drink and Drown’ Summer Water Safety MessageA water safety publicity

campaign will hit the pubs and clubs of Perth this summer, carrying the message that alcohol and water don’t mix.

‘Don’t Drink and Drown’ posters and beer mats have been designed by Perth College art, design and media students, warning people of the dangers of entering rivers and waterways after drinking.

Alcohol consumption is often a contributory factor to incidents in and around waterways in Perth and Kinross during the summer, and the campaign aims to raise awareness that messing around in the water after a few drinks could have serious consequences.

The annual publicity campaign is a partnership between the Safe-Tay charity, Perth and Kinross Community Safety Partnership, Perth College and Perth Safer Cities Initiative.

This year, Perth’s Street Pastors have been given training in the use of the rescue throw lines situated along the

River Tay in Perth city centre.Mike Archibald, Perth Street Pastor co-ordinator, said: “It is important that we know how to use the throw lines, as we patrol the area along the river in the city centre. This knowledge will be vital should we be called upon to use the life saving equipment.”

Community Safety Partnership Convenor, Councillor Willie Robertson, said: “Making people aware of the dangers of the River Tay is very important. The river looks calm and inviting on hot summer days, and often at night. However, no matter how calm and still the water looks, it can be very treacherous, especially to someone who has been drinking alcohol.”

Lisa Stuart of the Safe-Tay Charity, added: “The Don’t Drink and Drown campaign is now in its fifth year, and we are delighted yet again to have gained the support of the local community and local services. We feel that this campaign is a fantastic way to highlight the dangers of drinking alcohol within, near or around

waterways. “Swimming in a river or waterway after drinking is a lethal combination. Alcohol distorts your perception of risk and your own abilities. Cold water can also cause cramp and hypothermia.“We would also like to urge people not to damage water safety equipment that is placed along the Tay in Perth. In the past we have heard of incidents of lifebelts being vandalised, and throw-lines being removed and thrown in the river. This kind of vandalism is mindless

and irresponsible, and is putting people at risk of drowning. “The partnership would like to thank the Perth College students for designing the posters that shall be distributed along which shall be distributed with the beer mats, which have been funded by ‘Awards for All’.”

This year Safe-Tay will also be working with Perth & Kinross Council on the printing of a ‘Be water wise’ message on parking tickets. For further information relating to Safe-Tay please visit www.safe-tay.co.uk

WISHART OPENS COMMUNITY SPORTS CLUB GALA

The Scottish National Party’s Mr Pete

Wishart MP, Member of Parliament for Perth & North Perthshire opened the Letham Community Sports Club Gala in Perth this Sunday.

Speaking after the event, Mr Wishart said: “I am delighted to have been invited to open this event and I am sure thateveryone will have had a great time.

“Letham Community Sports Club is a real gem and an example to anyone interested in developing community involvement.“This event is a fun day for the whole family and it is also an opportunity to recognise and reward the achievements of the young players at the club with the awarding of medals.

“This hugely successful club seems to go from strength to strength. That growth is a tribute to the huge amount of hard work put in behind the scenes and I am full of praise for everyone involved with the club.”

Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre: Diving BellePerth Museum and Art

Gallery is hosting a ‘visit to the seaside’ this weekend, when Clydebuilt Puppet Theatre returns to the museum for an exciting public performance on Saturday 25 June 2011.

This is one afternoon out which definitely won’t be spoiled by the rain and includes a real taste of summer, thanks to a very special offer from neighbouring ice-cream sellers, Lickwid.

Diving Belle is a beautiful story of friendship, told with table-top puppets and original music. Dive into the magical

world of Belle’s carousel café, meet Tom the lighthouse keeper and the glittering undersea life that surrounds these friends. But watch out for that crab!

After the show, families can treat themselves by taking advantage of a unique ‘buy one - get one half price’ offer from award-winning ice-cream shop Lickwid, just by showing the ticket!

Diving Belle begins at 1pm and lasts for 45 minutes. The performance is suitable for children aged 4 – 7. Tickets cost £3.75 and are on sale now from the Museum shop. Advanced purchase is required as there is limited seating. For this show only, due to public demand the museum has introduced the facility to book tickets over the phone. Call 01738 632488 to reserve your ticket for collection and payment on the day.

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Pupils from Portmoak Primary School were angling for fun recently thanks to the launch of a new fishing project for

schoolchildren in Perth and Kinross.Sixteen P6 and P7 children from the school visited Kinross Fishery, where manager John Hood and other angling coaches

helped them achieve their ‘Club Angling’ certificate.

The Club Angling scheme, a partnership between Perth and Kinross Active Schools, Kinross Fishery, the Angling Development Board of Scotland (ADBoS) and Kinross Sports Hub, will be available to all schoolchildren in Perth and Kinross.

After children gain their badge they can then attend

the first Angling After School Club in the Perth and Kinross area. In addition to this, primary and secondary pupils and their families will be given the opportunity to try angling during the summer holidays as part of the summer programme run by Active Schools.

Eric Dawes of ADBoS said: “The Club Angling programme is a terrific tool for angling development in Scotland. We hope that the scheme will help young people take their first casts towards becoming anglers for life. We are delighted to have been given the opportunity to launch the programme through this partnership approach.”

Cath Devanny of Perth and Kinross Active Schools added: “Angling is a great opportunity for children to try and new sport, and we hope that children and young people can participate regularly in the sport through the After School Club.”

have included the Associations of Directors of Social Work, the Violence Reduction Unit and the Scottish Government.

The two studies – commissioned from Dundee University and Haldane Associates by YMCA Scotland and believed to be the first such evaluation of youth mentoring in Scotland – monitored evidence of the work with 54 of the young people across all three projects, during their initial six months of involvement with the programme.

Among the findings, the evaluation reports showed – 86 per cent of young people had significantly improved their behaviour, around 80 less crimes has been committed, and of the ten young people involved in substance misuse, nine had stopped or reduced.

And the Social Return on Investment report (SROI) showed that the mentoring resulted in a social value of £1.05 million for an investment of just under £108,000. (For a full list of outcomes, see Notes to Editors).

Ian Marr Chief Exectuive of

Perth and District YMCA said: “We are delighted

that plusone has had such a positive influence in the lives of the young people and their families. It has been a real privilege to work with some great young people and to see them making more positive decisions in their lives. We look forward to working with more young people in the future.”

Perth and Kinross Community Safety Convener, Councillor Willie Robertson, said: “I am delighted a the success of this project, and would like to congratulate everyone who has been involved for their excellent work. PlusOne relies on the skills and life experiences of volunteers who work with young people on a one to one basis to develop a positive and trusting relationship.

“Mentoring relationships equip young people with the appropriate skills and knowledge to make confident, informed lifestyle choices.”

Peter Crory, National General Secretary for the YMCA Scotland, said: “We now know clearly that a plusone mentor, working alongside

other professionals, can be the conduit for significant changes in a young person’s life. The difference was amazing as young people went back to full school timetables, stopped or reduced their offending and avoided progressing into the adult justice system.

“YMCA Scotland was delighted to receive such strong, externally produced reports to show our method really does work. We’ve shown that you can bring about change in young people’s lives and at the same time, with minimal cost, save the system a lot of money. Now, with less money around to spend in years to come, we’re keen to talk to Government and other local authorities about how to replicate our success in other areas.

He added: “Scotland’s young people deserve the support we can give them and society deserves to benefit from the change that we can bring.”

Andrew Lowe, President of the Association of Directors of Social Work, said:

“ADSW, YMCA, police, Scottish Government, academics and local authorities have worked

together as joint architects of this new model of early intervention - investing in each other’s strengths and producing results beyond those that even we had hoped for.

“Budgetary restraints within the public sector mean that the time for innovative thinking and transformational change has arrived. This mentoring approach moves beyond traditional practices and develops a new compact between the statutory and voluntary sectors. It awakens the latent willingness within communities to assist people who are struggling. Local communties were the backbone of this success, providing 2,796 hours of voluntary work.

“The method used has been assessed by academic evaluators as “highly successful” in addressing youth crime at an early stage. It not only salvages human potential but also, according to economic researchers, saves money.”

Iain M Forbes, Strategic Development Manager, Scottish Mentoring Network, said:

“Both evaluations of the plusone mentoring programmes provide ample evidence of significant social and economic benefits. Most of all they demonstrate that a properly thought out, structured and resourced mentoring programme provides vital independent support at a critical time in a young person’s life. This unique partnership of the statutory agencies of social work, education and the police Violence Reduction Unit, together with the YMCA’s delivery, is helping many young people turn their lives round and giving them real opportunities to achieve their potential.

“The staff and volunteers involved are to be congratulated on the very positive outcomes and Scottish Mentoring Network supports the call for appropriate levels of investment to roll this programme out across Scotland.”

John Carnochan, Detective Chief Superintendent, Violence Reduction Unit, said:

“The Scottish Violence Reduction Unit has been working for sometime to

encourage Scotland to shift from punitive criminal justice models that respond after the fact to placing far more emphasis on preventing violence occurring in the first place. We know that the most at risk group are young people and we know too that experience in early life has a significant influence on future behaviour.

The information and results from the evaluation of the PlusOne mentoring programme provides an evidenced example of an effective intervention. The programme also confirms that there are assets that exist in our communities and the assets are the people, people who are enthusiastic about volunteering and people who are willing to give their time to accompany young people on a journey which will see them achieve better outcomes in their lives.

“There is no doubt that such mentors can have a powerful influence on young people’s lives and we must encourage more of this type of intervention. PlusOne mentoring provides a cost effective intervention that works and I hope will be added to the services available to local authorities


THREE WOMEN IN SEARCH OF A LIFE...

Three Jewish, New York widows meet once a month

for tea before visiting their husband’s graves.Lucille and Ida in their own very different ways are ready

for a new life and perhaps a new man or in Lucille’s case ‘men’! However when Ida meets Sam and romance starts to blossom. Lucille and Doris go into action! They know

what’s best for Ida….or think they do! This poignant comedy drama will definitely have you laughing and perhaps crying a little too.Fran Norris, Ruth Maclaren

and Wendy Huggins all stalwarts of local drama Clubs BIPS and Atholl Players, together with Billy Neilson of Blairgowrie and Helen Mitchell of Perth have come together in an independent production of ‘The Cemetery Club’ by Ivan Menchell. The idea was to combine their love of drama with fundraising for Corbenic Camphill Community for adults in Trochry near Dunkeld. Currently two performances are planned on August 12th and 13th at Birnam Arts with Saturday 13th a Charity Benefit evening in aid of Corbenic. Tickets will include a glass of bubbly and treats to eat! full details call 01350 727674 or see the current Birnam Arts Programme or visit www.justdoittheatre.com ...See you there!

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Reuse House Shows How Homes Can be Fitted Out With Second-Hand ItemsFollowing on from last year’s

Reuse Lounge display on Perth’s High Street, the Perth and Kinross Network of Charity Shops and Reuse Projects is now gearing up to show how reusable household items can easily fit out a home, with an Outdoor Reuse House on Saturday 25th June 2011.

Located at the Mercat Cross, at the entrance to the St John’s Shopping Centre in Perth City Centre, the Outdoor Reuse House will comprise a bedroom, a kitchen with a garden area and a living room, all furnished with reusable second-hand furniture, electricals and white goods from local Reuse Projects as well as ornaments, books and toys from local Charity Shops. The display will be running between 9am and 3.30pm on the day.

Perth & Kinross Council’s Environment Convener, Councillor Alan Grant said: “The range of second-hand, reusable items that are available can come as a surprise to many people. Most of these items look like new and can be bought at very reasonable prices.

“The reuse sector is not just for bric-a-brac – in Perth and

Kinross, charity shops and reuse projects can offer a wide range of items and products that come together to make a house a home - everything from bedroom and lounge furniture to white goods and kitchen equipment, as well as bicycles, computers and accessories, lamps, pushchairs and children’s toys.

“Anything we can do to reduce the amount of waste we throw away, and make the things we no longer need available for reuse is to be welcomed. I hope the Reuse House provides food for thought and encourages still more people to think about how they can pass on items that can be reused.”

Volunteers from charity shops and reuse projects in Perth and Kinross will be on hand throughout the day, along with Council Officers, to promote the reuse sector, diverting good quality waste from landfill and providing relevant leaflets and advice about giving household items in good condition to charity shops and reuse projects, rather than sending them to landfill.

For more information, please call 01738 476476, email [email protected] or visit www.pkc.gov.uk/passitonday

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ALYTH ARCHIVE ACHIEVEMENT

A small band of volunteers helping Alyth Family History Project have completed

a remarkable archive of the town’s burial records. In little over 18 months every Alyth burial record between 1869 and 1999 has been transcribed to a digital archive in Alyth Parish Church. Over 1700 lairs have been recorded and matched with photographs of headstones. Project co-ordinator, Irene Robertson, is delighted with the progress of this part of the project and commented “Alyth Family History Project was launched in August 2009 with the aim of being a working project to

collate auld Alyth photographs, record burial records, and build a searchable archive for today’s enquiries and tomorrow’s generations. Trawling a cemetery for ancestors can be disappointing if no headstone has been erected and that’s where our project comes in. If there is a headstone, we have matched this with the burial record; if there is not, we can provide a lair plan to direct the enquirer to the unmarked lair position – either way each record provides lair occupants, burial dates, addresses and often age or occupation.” She continued “In all honesty we expected the burial record part of the project to take

years given the number of lairs. We are indebted to all our volunteers but in particular the small group of cemetery recorders who dedicated so many hours to copying hand-written burial ledgers thus making these accessible to all. Special thanks go to Perth & Kinross Bereavement Services staff for their support and cooperation.” Apart from burial records, Alyth Family History Project has Old Parish Records on microfilm dating 1623 to 1854, and since its inception in 2009 the project has built up an archive of over 5,000 photographs of auld Alyth people, school photos, businesses, events and views. The project is also linked with Alyth Museum and Alyth Library providing a ‘one-stop’ history resource in Alyth. The project is open Saturdays 10-12 and Sundays 2-4 in Alyth Parish Church. Further information at www.alythparishchurch.org.uk

Help Perth and Kinross Hit the 50% Recycling Target With the launch of Recycle Week 2011

imminent (20-26 June), Perth & Kinross Council is asking local residents to see if they can hit a 50% recycling and composting rate by March 2012.

With a current recycling and composting rate of 47% (subject to verification from the Scottish Environmental Protection

Agency) for the year 2010-2011, hitting the 50% target by March 2012 is achievable: but only with the help of all local people.

By setting the recycling challenge at the start of Recycle Week 2011, it is hoped that householders will embrace the idea and, whether they are already avid recyclers or just the occasional recycler, make a real effort to reduce waste where they can, and recycle as much of their waste as possible.

So what can you, as an individual, do to help meet the 50% target?For households who receive the Kerbside Recycling Service, making sure your recycling and food/garden bins are used to their full capacity is an easy way to help increase recycling rates. At this time of year, residents with gardens can make full use of their brown-lidded bins for their garden waste as well as food waste. Studies carried out by the Council over the last few years have confirmed that food waste remains the largest single waste type found in householders’ green-lidded (general waste) bins, so there is still plenty of scope to put this into your brown-lidded bin instead.

With a wider range of materials now accepted in blue-lidded bins such as aerosol cans and rigid plastic containers e.g. fruit punnets and yoghurt pots, it is now even easier to recycle even more at the kerbside.

89 Recycling Points are located throughout Perth and Kinross, most of which offer glass, paper, cans and cardboard recycling. There are also eight larger Recycling Centres where residents can recycle all these materials, plus electrical equipment, garden waste, timber, scrap metal and many other kinds of household waste. Textiles can also be recycled at all Recycling Centres and most Recycling Points, ranging from bed linen to shoes to old and unwanted clothes.

To help residents keep up with the latest news, campaigns and information on ways to reduce, reuse and recycle their waste, as well as updates on progress towards our 50% recycling target, Perth & Kinross Council has established an email alert system. It’s easy to sign up to, just go to www.pkc.gov.uk/emailalerts and select Waste and Recycling News.

For further details on recycling in Perth and Kinross including Recycling Centre opening hours and Recycling Point locations, please contact the Customer Service Centre on 01738 476476, email [email protected] or visit www.pkc.gov.uk/recycle

A partnership between schools in Perth and Kinross and France

has led to the creation of a brand new interactive tool for language learning, which was launched recently.

The new CD-ROM has been developed over a two-year period through the European Union’s Comenius Regio programme by teachers from Dunning and St Madoes Primary Schools and Perth and Blairgowrie High Schools together with their French counterparts from the Trégor province of Brittany - Tréguier and Jean le Morvan Primary Schools, and E Renan and Sept Iles Secondary Schools.

13 original stories created by staff through workshops and other activities have been illustrated and recorded by Scottish and French primary and secondary pupils, and professionally animated on the CD-ROM. The project has been co-ordinated by Richard Tallaron, director of language organisation Le Français en Ecosse Europe, based in Edinburgh, and Nadine Fraize from Langues et Terre in Brittany. It is also one of only three Comenius Regio projects in Scotland.

The new resource will be made available to all primary and secondary schools in Perth and Kinross, and is based on a cross-curricular approach to modern language teaching at primary and secondary level, in line with the new Scottish Curriculum for Excellence (CfE).

Lasting links have also been built between the schools, with information and good practice shared in the process of creating the CD-ROM.

The launch will take place today at Dunning Primary School with staff and pupils from the schools involved joined by Council officials, Councillors, representatives from the British Council and from Scottish education bodies.

Lifelong Learning Convener, Councillor Liz Grant said: “This is a real partnership project which has led to the creation of this new resource for language learning. The collaboration between our schools and their French counterparts have proved extremely fruitful, resulting in a tool we can use for primary and secondary pupils to help develop and boost their language skills. I am delighted that we can reach out and make links into Europe in this way and I hope it will lead to other initiatives that benefit pupils and teachers in many ways.”

Richard Tallaron commented: “This is an exciting project between two cultures where storytelling plays a big part. Teachers from both sides have worked really hard to produce some quality resources, which will be enjoyed by teachers and pupils in both countries. The project fits in the Scottish and Breton longstanding tradition of a strong local cultural identity and an openness to the world.”

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FREE HEARING TEST AT THE BLACK WATCHThe Black Watch Castle & Museum will welcome Action on Hear-

ing Loss Scotland (formerly Royal National Institute for Deaf People) on Armed Forces Day, Saturday 25th June, to hold free hear-ing checks at Balhousie Castle.

Malaika Rose from Action on Hearing Loss Scotland will be avail-able on Saturday 25th June from 11am to 3pm for a drop in clinic. Members of the public and visitors to the Museum will be able to drop in to have their hearing checked and have information provided on a range of hearing loss issues.

Malaika said: “Action on Hearing Loss Scotland’s aim is for people taking action on hearing loss and we want people to value their hear-ing enough to look after it and make sure people with all levels of hearing loss, including people who are profoundly deaf, are supported and not isolated.”

Emma Halford-Forbes, Museum Manager at The Black Watch Cas-tle & Museum said: “So many of our veterans have hearing loss from serving in the Army and many are reluctant to go to their doctor or a hearing specialist. We’re hoping this event on Armed Forces Day will raise awareness and encourage people to get their hearing checked.”

If you would like to have a free hearing check done, please drop in The Black Watch Castle & Museum on Saturday 25th June between 11am and 3pm. If you would like to book an appointment, please contact the Museum: 01738 638 152.

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Tommy Whitelaw is a man on a mission.For years Tommy lived a hectic lifestyle in the music industry: running global merchandising

operations for the Spice Girls, McFly, Kylie and U2. He accompanied them on international tours, travelling from venue to venue by luxury tour bus

and staying in the world’s best hotels.However, for the past few years he’s been a fulltime carer for his mum, Joan, who has vascular

dementia. He’s struggled to cope on the limited welfare benefits available for carers, had problems with his own health and become isolated from family and friends. He made his choice willingly, but it’s shown him just how tough it is to live with dementia and how many carers struggle to cope with very limited resources.

During Dementia Awareness Week (6-12 June 2011), Tommy planned to revisit his old haunts by walking to some of Scotland’s great live music venues. On his way, he collected letters from carers: anyone who is willing to write about their experiences – good or bad – caring for someone with dementia. At the end of his journey, he handed those letters in to the Scottish Parliament.

It’s still not too late to make your voice heard. If you care for someone with dementia and would like to send a letter, you can email [email protected] or post it to: Tommy on Tour, c/o Alzheimer Scotland, 22 Drumsheugh Gardens, EDINBURGH EH3 7RN.

We followed Tommy’s blog as he made his journey….

Alzheimers Perth & Kinross

Office - Opened by Tommy

Service Manger Kevin McKay said ‘we believe no one should face

dementia on their own and are delighted to see the official opening of our

Perth and Kinross office’.

82,000 people in Scotland have a diagnosis of dementia with just under

3,000 of them living in the Perth and Kinross area.

To receive further information on Alzheimer Scotland services please

contact Alzheimer Scotland,c/o Perth and Kinross Society for the Blind, St

Pauls Centre, 14 New Row,Perth, PH1 5QA on 01738 215101

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Tommy Whitelaw is a man on a mission.For years Tommy lived a hectic lifestyle in the music industry: running global merchandising

operations for the Spice Girls, McFly, Kylie and U2. He accompanied them on international tours, travelling from venue to venue by luxury tour bus

and staying in the world’s best hotels.However, for the past few years he’s been a fulltime carer for his mum, Joan, who has vascular

dementia. He’s struggled to cope on the limited welfare benefits available for carers, had problems with his own health and become isolated from family and friends. He made his choice willingly, but it’s shown him just how tough it is to live with dementia and how many carers struggle to cope with very limited resources.

During Dementia Awareness Week (6-12 June 2011), Tommy planned to revisit his old haunts by walking to some of Scotland’s great live music venues. On his way, he collected letters from carers: anyone who is willing to write about their experiences – good or bad – caring for someone with dementia. At the end of his journey, he handed those letters in to the Scottish Parliament.

It’s still not too late to make your voice heard. If you care for someone with dementia and would like to send a letter, you can email [email protected] or post it to: Tommy on Tour, c/o Alzheimer Scotland, 22 Drumsheugh Gardens, EDINBURGH EH3 7RN.

We followed Tommy’s blog as he made his journey….

Alzheimers Perth & Kinross

Office - Opened by Tommy

Service Manger Kevin McKay said ‘we believe no one should face

dementia on their own and are delighted to see the official opening of our

Perth and Kinross office’.

82,000 people in Scotland have a diagnosis of dementia with just under

3,000 of them living in the Perth and Kinross area.

To receive further information on Alzheimer Scotland services please

contact Alzheimer Scotland,c/o Perth and Kinross Society for the Blind, St

Pauls Centre, 14 New Row,Perth, PH1 5QA on 01738 215101


PERTH GIG LISTINGThursday June 23rd Powerchord Promotions present doom metal @ The Corinna Friday June 24th Day of Days end of Tour Party @ The TamsSaturday June 25th Day of Days with support @ Crieff Hotel in aid of the Joshua Deeth foundation The Erskine Festival charity all day gig @ The Corinna The Ballachulish Hellhounds @ The TamsFriday July 1st Aerials Up @ The Tams Saturday July 2nd The Red Pine Timber Co @ The Tams

New HD Decade for Clearwater Studios

As Clearwater Studios move into their second decade as the hub of local (Perthshire and Eastern Scotland)

music scene they announce their recent upgrade of the Pro tools system to HD. In celebration they are having a series of open door days, the first of which will be held on Sunday the 26th of June, which will allow the Public all area access to see what the buzz is about.

The Shore road Studios was established in 2000 out of a necessity rather than a shrewd business move as co founder Gavin Munro, who has been a musician for over 2 decades, was half way through recording an album with the band Red Bus when the studio they were using closed, so he decided to buy the equipment needed to finish the task and set up shop in Perth.

Since then the Studio has seen many changes including the new and vibrant Management team allowing the original co founders to take a back seat as the new team move the studios into this new and exciting time.Studio co-ordinator Fiona Munro said “we found ourselves in a position a few months back which allowed us to upgrade the existing Pro-tools to the very latest state of the art digital recording system, which now puts us in line with the top players in the industry, I’m told that the system in place at Clearwater is the exact same one used currently at Abbey Rd Studios. To be on par with such a legendary studio is amazing for such a small provincial studio like ours”.

Studio co founder Gavin Munro continues to embrace the forever changing industry and has strived over the

last decade to adapt and keep abreast to these changes, “we have seen so many other small businesses fold and dissolve over the years and realized we needed to diversify in our services. We now provide PA hire gig co-ordination, videography , photography, music tuition , and looking to the future, tour bus hire is a service we are considering”.

Clearwater has come a long way in its first decade from the project studio created in 2000 , and now provide work experience for countless young people from all the local schools , colleges and youth services , who want to break into the music industry “ the work experience allows these youngsters to see the industry in the raw and helps direct them for their future choices “ states Gavin “ there is a really good buzz about the studios very positive and the staff are all dedicated to providing a first class service for our clients. We have expanded our engineer pool and have 2 top class engineers working within the studios producing excellent recordings Mark McLymont and Tom Mitchell, and a young dynamic team of live sound engineers including a very talented new fresh face from a degree course at Abertay Uni Scott Hilton. We are very much intent on keeping live music a must and are actively involved in the local and wider music and entertainment industry providing affordable rig hire to all the bands for their gigs.

In conclusion Gavin finishes the interview by saying, “I think people will be shocked at what the studios provide in way of services, and the open door days are our way of introducing Clearwater to them , I am very proud of the progression of the studios and feel very positive that we are here to stay”.

The long awaited release of their debut album Indecency of the Few has

thrown these young talented guys into a whirlwind of gigs.And as they approach the end of their tour they can relax slightly and savor the knowledge that all their hard work and persistency has paid off . These guys have produced a stunning album which simply put personifies their talent as musicians.

As their album was recorded and mixed at Clearwater Studios by Mark McClymont we felt the review should be done by others. This is what Ronnie McCluskey had to say: The phrase ‘raw talent’ is so overused one feels instantly self-conscious using it to connote just about anything. On listening to Day of Days’ debut album, however, that is exactly the term that materialized, opalescent and insistent, in my mind.

The album drifts into life with ‘Losing Hand’, a slow burner reminiscent of Black Stone Cherry, while the ragged ‘Polaroid’ would not sound out of place on a Placebo album – indeed, singer Paul Petrie’s voice is not dissimilar to Brian Molko’s.The band impassively sweep from rock to electronic on ‘Luxury Heart’, low-

lying guitar wove into the mix and the showcasing of atmospheric two-part harmonies. Some odd spoken word is employed in ‘Daylight’ followed by gospel-sounding Flamingos-esque cooing, a welcome departure from the darkness spun in the album’s first half.

Over all, the album showcases more potential than outright excellence, just barely failing to lift itself from the crowded emo/post-punk field, but it certainly has its high-points and one can see the band upstaging more than a couple of headline acts should they end up in venues like the SECC or 02 Academy: their rambunctious sound would go down well in those types of scuzzy environs. One to watch for the future.

DAY OF DAYS

Whigs and RakesWhigs and Rakes are a fresh young

band to hit the Perth music Scene. Energetic, lively and thoroughly modern.After playing their first gig at a locally run music event “Tents in the Park” early July 2010 , without a singer and in the pouring rain [enough to put anyone off continuing] Taylor [lead Guitar] and Harrison [drums] went on to create Whigs and Rakes with their now singer Kitty Hall.

The young band then auditioned at Clearwater Studios on the 16th of July 2010 for The BBC Blast Tour and secured the top spot after wowing their event co-coordinator Emma McDonald. The local council were also present and so impressed they booked the young band for their “One Almighty Pop” concert at the Museum to celebrate the life and times of Andy Warhol. Fiona Munro of Clearwater Studios who arranged the Auditions also runs an organization called Inspire for youths between the age of 12 and 25 booked the band to play at her youth music night in the October of that year.

The band was going from strength to strength and becoming more and more confident with every gig, so much so that they entered the Clearwater Studios Battle of the Bands that ran from October 2010 until February 2011, they would be up against some of Perth’s best bands. They

came joint second in their heat which was on November the 19th 2010 with only one point separating the top spot with the second place, missing out on a semi final position by the skin of their teeth [not bad for a fledgling band of 5 months]. Their heat was the closest heat out of the whole competition.

Thanks to a wild card within the competition they got to take part in the Final alongside the best of the best of the competitors. This was a scary thing for the band and you could see their anxiety as they waited for their spot to perform. But true to form Whigs and Rakes pulled it out of the bag and took second place again narrowly missing the top spot by just 1 point again.Since then the band have not looked back and have gone on to play gigs all over Scotland and took first prize at the battle of the bands in Dexters Dundee. They have done interviews on Radio North Angus with DJ Andy Gee who is an avid fan of the band.

And most recently 2 of the band members Kitty and Taylor accompanied “Inspire” to Doune the Rabbit Hole Festival as volunteers . And played 3 impromptu gigs securing their first festival under their belt.In August this year the band will start a residency at “The Hanger” @ Scone airport along with their fellow musician Anthony McIntyre and a new face to the local music scene Taylor McQuillan .

Check the guys out at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Whigs-Rakes/145540065460865 www.myspace.com/whigsandrakes , whigsandrakes.tumblr.com/, twitter.com/whigsandrakes

Anthony McIntyre is a young Scottish singer song writer of very raw

powerful and emotive music. Discovered in Clearwater Studios , Anthony was helped to embrace his true identity as a Scottish lyrical wizard.

His ability to bend the sound from his acoustic guitar into hypnotic tunes hold his audience captive in an eerie silence of anticipation. On first encounter Anthony will shock you as his quiet, understated presence does not prepare you for the musical assault he releases onto the listener. Anthony emits a vulnerability that allows the listener to connect with him on a much higher level .

Anthony’s passion for playing sees him at every available open mic night around and within a short space of time from being discovered he auditioned and secured spots at The one almighty pop , a musical extravaganza celebrating the life and times of Andy Warhol produced by the Perth and Kinross council Arts department , The BBC Blast tour in Perth , and the Inspire youth music night at Zoo Rocks one of Perth’s hottest new Live music venues. Very quickly Anthony’s name spread like wildfire and local bands were lining up to have Anthony support them at their gigs.

Autumn of 2010 saw Anthony back into Clearwater Studios , recording his music and after months of careful meticulous

work with Tom Mitchell he released his EP through EMU bands agency onto all the trustworthy download sites like Amazon, MP3 , eMusic , iTunes , Napster UK, Ovi Music, Play.com , Spotify, Tesco Digital, Tunetribe, We7 and Zune. Tom has also done some fantastic music Videos and accostic session videos for Anthony which are live on Anthony’s page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Anthony-Mcintyre-Music/145544235501744 and Toms Vimeo page http://vimeo.com/allergonoise.

After successfully travelling through all the heats to the regional Final of Live and Unsigned music competition Anthony has widened his fan base and secured the approval of many industry professionals.

Anthony is supporting Day of Days in his hometown on Sat the 25th of June in aid of the Joshua Deeth Foundation. And starts his residency with Whigs and Rakes in August at the Hanger Scone Airport.

To see all Anthony’s recent and past work check out his facebook page http://www.facebook.com/pages/Anthony-Mcintyre-Music/145544235501744

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Roll up, roll, up - all the fun of the circus is coming to Loch Leven

Community Library in August.The Library will play host to circus skills

training workshops for children aged 5-7 and 8-12 on Monday 8 August.

Kids will be able to learn fun skills such as ball and scarf juggling, plate spinning

and feather balancing. The hugely enjoyable sessions will be

run by experienced and dedicated circus workshop leaders.

Places are limited for the two one-hour sessions, which will take place between 2-4pm, so book in advance at the Library or call 01577 867205. Tickets cost £5.

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Youngsters Dance the Night Away at Blue Light DiscoCrieff’s Taylor Park

was bouncing on Saturday evening as many young people from the Strathearn area gathered for a Blue Light Disco.The event, funded through ‘Focus on Alcohol’, organised by Perth & Kinross Council’s Youth Services, and supported by LOGOS, Tayside Fire and Rescue and Tayside Police, was a roaring success with over 200 attendees heading to the Park to dance the night away.

The disco was held in the

marquee, which had been used earlier in the day for the Victorian teas as part of the celebrations marking the completion of works to revamp MacRosty Park.

As well as dancing, the young people had the opportunity to play on the Wii and relax in the chill-out area. Logos Youth Project also provided a well-used tuck shop.

Council youth worker Pam Armstrong said: “We had an excellent night and I would like to praise all of the young people who

came along and enjoyed themselves. “I would also like to thank the local Police officers and firefighters for their support in making the night such a great success.”

Blue Light Discos and Focus on Alcohol events promote a zero tolerance message about drugs, alcohol and weapons, whilst also encouraging young people to have a great time. They are supported by Perth and Kinross Community Safety Partnership.

Local storyteller and singer Sheila Stewart will be celebrating the success of her latest book, A Traveller’s Life, at an author talk in Blairgowrie on Friday 24 June.

Sheila will be talking about her childhood as part of a family working on farms all over Scotland, and the highs and lows of travelling life. In the 1950’s she sang in concerts with her parents and sister as they became stars of the folk scene. In 2006 Sheila’s achievements were recognised with an MBE.

In more recent years she has enjoyed success as a writer. Queen Amang the Heather, a biography of her mother, was a best seller and Pilgrims of the Mist was also acclaimed. Now, Sheila’s own autobiography, A Traveller’s Life is also flying off the shelves.

The audience at St Catharine’s Centre in George Street will have the opportunity to buy signed copies at a bargain price as well as hearing Sheila recounting stories from her amazing life.

The event, which starts at 7.30pm, is being presented by Blairgowrie Library in partnership with the Scottish Book Trust.

Tickets priced £2 are available from Blairgowrie Library in Leslie Street. For further information telephone 01250 872905 or email [email protected].

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By Anne SmithAries (21 March - 20 April)

Taurus (21 April - 21 May)

Gemini (22 May - 21 June)

Cancer (22 June - 23 July)

Leo (24 July - 23 Aug)

Virgo (24 Aug - 23 Sept)

Libra (24 Sept - 23 Oct)

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You are entering into a brilliant period for increasing your earning power, and you’ll be busy taking charge of your finances. Money-making opportunities are likely to present themselves, and you feel especially motivated to take advantage of them. Whether it’s a promotion or an all-new position, this is a good time for pursuing your dreams and asking for what you want.

Neptune is retro grade from the 3rd of June so be prepared to go within to find the answers you will be drawn into nature, if you follow your instinct and take that walk you will let go of all the negatives of the past and embrace a fresh start as this is indeed time for your new year to begin and a new way of thinking.

Saturn turns direct from the 13th of June and you could face a few restrictions, stay positive and you will overcome them. You seem to have released some of the demons from your past and a lighter much happier Gemini is surfacing. Time to blow away the cobwebs and start again.

As your sign is ruled by the moon the next full moon on the 15th of June is significant for you as you are peeling back your shell and revealing the vulnerable side of yourself which few get to see, and guess what we like it. It is nice to see the real you. Time for change, let go of the past and embrace a warm and bright future.

The majestic lion, the King of the Beasts, is Leo’s symbol. Throughout history, the lion has symbolized sovereignty, rulership, and courage this month is going to see just that. You have accrued all this power within you this month and all who no longer serve you better watch out. In with the new and out with the old!

While you’ve been rather introspective recently, dear Virgo, and you continue to be withdrawn in the first week of May, you begin to come out of your shell this month. You are hungry for adventure and experiences that lift you above your usual concerns and daily routine. Educational or travel opportunities are opening up in your life, and will continue to do so throughout 2011.

June is a strong month for taking charge of finances, dear Libra, and in particular those shared with others, debts, and loans. It is a good time for borrowing or settling debts, if necessary. Either way, dealing with debt now tends to generate positive outcomes. Relationships have been making headlines in your life recently, and this month, the more intimate aspects of sharing with a special someone become your primary concern.

The first half of June is excellent for work matters, It’s a strong period for personal influence on the job. Some of you might even meet a special someone through your work or health activities. Close partnerships become a major focus as the month progresses. In fact, throughout the remainder of 2011, relationship opportunities are likely to be priority.

Whether it’s a new romance or an existing one, passions run high. Casual dating, entertainment, and creative hobbies all fare well now. As June progresses, work matters become a stronger priority, as do any self-care and health programs. It’s an excellent time not only for finding work, but also for relationships on the job.

By mid-June, your creative juices stir, and you find more opportunities to enjoy yourself. Romance is highly favored now. Your mood is playful and others more readily appreciate your unique romantic and creative style. Artists can find much success now and in the months ahead, and dabblers can pick up new interests.

The pace of your life continues to be hectic as you have a finger in many pies now. The first week of the month is excellent for learning and communication. You are getting your message across with charm and grace. By mid-month, you enter an extended period in which home and family life come into strong focus and are set to improve.

While June can begin at a hectic pace, you’re likely to find much solace in home and family as the month progresses. Efforts to make improvements to your home life should be very successful this month, and you’re likely to want to entertain from home or do some redecorating. This month, Jupiter moves to a favorable position in relation to your sign, boosting not only your confidence but also both motivation and ability to communicate effectively with others.

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Happy happy days!! At long last it looks like summer has finally arrived. What a difference a little sunshine and good weather make to your day. If like me and you have a summer holiday planned you will be watching the pennies. So no spare cash for take away meals and eating out. Never mind in my house we don’t miss out as I am a dab hand at re-creating most of our favourites. Like Burger King Chicken Royale and McD’s fillet of fish. As well as my version of their hot apple pies. So get ready to eat well, save money and treat your taste buds.

Chicken Royale Sandwiches

Skinless chicken mini fillets2 cups of plain flour1 tsp of celery salt1 tbsp dried garlic powder1 tbsp dried onion powder1tsp cayenne pepper2 eggs beatenExtra flour to dredge the filletsBag of washed salad leaves1 bottle of Caesar salad dressingMature cheddar cheese slicesHot oil for fryingPlain rolls or oven bottom muffins

Arrange three large bowls. In one bowl have a little plain flour, in another the beaten egg and in the third all the dried ingredients and the plain flour well mixed. Dredge the fillets one by one in the plain flour to coat them well, then into the beaten egg and into the seasoned flour. It is best to keep one hand dry so only use your left hand to dip chicken in the egg. Ensure you coat the egged chicken really well with the seasoned flour. Fry off in a shallow pan 1/3 filled with oil turn once and pop into a medium oven until all fillets are cooked. Slice the rolls and top one half with cheese. Pop the rolls into the oven to melt the cheese. Toss the salad leaves in the Caesar dressing and place on the roll, top with 2 or 3 fillets and close with the cheese on top. Enjoy with fries or potato salad.

Fish Fillet Sandwiches

Slice a large fish of your liking…(I prefer cod as it’s chunky and meaty) into even size pieces1 egg beatenSalt and pepperPlain flour for dredgingPlain breadcrumbsA little butter for fryingPlain rolls or oven bottom muffins

Season the flour and dredge fish through , dip into the egg and then the crumbs. Fry fish off in a little butter until golden. Serve on a toasted roll or muffin with either tartar sauce or ketchup.

Hot apple fritters

1 pack of ready made French style crepes2 large bramley apples sliced finely1 tbsp of sugarLarge knob of butter1 pack of pancake batter mix made up quite thicklyHot oil for frying

Fry the sliced apple with the sugar and butter until just softened. Allow to cool. Roll up 2 tsp of apple into a crepe ensure all ends are tucked in. Dip each crepe into the pancake mix to coat them and fry in hot oil until crisp and golden. Delicious on their own or with ice cream but be very careful as the filling gets seriously hot.

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Hi I am Savannah, from a little company called Highland Essence. I am extremely passionate about promoting and teaching men and woman about using and

making natural skincare products instead of conventional beauty products.More people are becoming more aware of what they are putting in their bodies but how many of

you actually think about what you are putting on your body? Now a days we are seeing more and more adverts for skincare products being natural and straight away we think yes it’s a big brand, it says it’s natural so it must be, don’t be fooled!! Did you know that there is no legal definition for the word ‘natural and/or organic’ so in effect these big companies can say it is a natural product even if it only contains 0.01% natural produce, but 9 times out of 10 that 0.01% is synthetic scents or an ingredient that was originally derived from a plant but has been broken down with manmade chemicals. So how can we tell what is natural and what is not? Read the labels, boring I know but once you reconise certain ingredients that are you know can be toxic, I am sure you will give it a wide berth. That is what I hope to achieve by writing this column, hopefully inform you what these chemicals can do to your skin and your body.

It is estimated that woman put more than 200 different chemicals on their skin everyday!! A huge number of which is potentially harmful and are thought to disrupt hormones.

When we apply creams and lotions 60% is absorb through our skin straight into the bloodstream, just as we absorb nicotine or hormone replacement patches, so the chemicals work their way into our bodies. We even bathe our babies in them!! In almost every cosmetic cream or lotion is a chemical called sodium lauryl sulphate which is also used to clean car engines (I will go into more detail in the next issue of the hub about the effects of this disgusting chemical) so can you imagine what this is doing to your skin.

When using natural products there are very few side effects, if any (the main side effect to natural products is if the individual had a nut allergy). You have peace of mind of knowing exactly what to put on your skin.

Natural products are expensive I hear you say, yes some are but there are a few businesses that make natural products and sell them at very reasonable prices, but even better why not make your own!! It is far easier than some will think and its great fun. Here is a recipe that I have taken from: The natural beauty and bath book by Casey Kellar:

SOOTHING CUCUMBER & ALOE CREAMThe juice from the fleshy leaves of the aloe plant has been long recognized for its soothing properties, and cucumber is noted for refreshing and toning the skin. The oils included are great for moisturizing and soothing the skin. The beeswax and honey provide heavy smoothing and softening. This is a great cream for both the hands and body.YOU WILL NEED:2-tablespoon (30ml) aloe vera gel1 cucumber, peeled2-tablespoon (30ml) apricot kernel oil1-tablespoon (15ml) coconut oil4 tablespoon (59ml) melted beeswax1-teaspoon (5ml) honey

Cut the cucumber into several pieces and puree it in your blender. Strain out the liquid and add the aloe vera gel to the strained cucumber and mix well.

Melt the beeswax with honey in a double boiler on the stove. When the wax is melted slowly add both oils while stirring; then slowly stir in the cucumber and aloe vera combination.

Remove the mixture from the heat and cover it; then stir every 4 or 5 minutes until its cool. When mixture is completely cool, store in the refrigerator. The shelf life on this product is 60-90 day when kept refrigerated.

VARIATION: for a skin bleaching cream, follow the same formula as above, but add 2 tablespoons (30ml) of freshly squeezed lemon juice while cooling and stirring.

Try it and let me know what you think. Until next issue Toodle-pip

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Crieff High School celebrates global partnershipsCrieff High School's work to

develop understanding about other countries and cultures is continuing during Summer 2011, as a group of senior pupils head to China on the visit of a lifetime this week.

The young people are following in the footsteps of their peers who have recently been respectively to Cognac in France on an exchange programme and to Londiani in Kenya.

Pupils Graham Ferguson, Mitchell Shields, Katie McConnell, Christine Campbell, Matthew Dudley-Wood and Annabel Scott will stay with

Chinese pupils from Weifang No 1 School. Weifang, a provincial Chinese city of 10 million people, is located in Shandong Province and is four hours by train from Beijing.

Artwork from Crieff High School has been sent out in advance so that a joint exhibition of pupils’ work can be held in the host school.

The pupils will be supported by Principal Teacher of Geography Ian Bendall, Art teacher Kirsty Olivant and Crieff resident Ian Wellfare, a former British diplomat and Mandarin speaker. After Weifang, the group will

spend time in Beijing with visits to the British Council, Rolls Royce China, National Museum of Art, The Great Wall and the Olympic Stadium.

Strathearn Community Campus Leader, Christine Ross said: "All the pupils are excited at the prospect of visiting China in this period of unprecedented growth, gaining valuable experience to help them at university and in their future careers. They will also be meeting friends from the Chinese school who visited the Campus for a week in August 2010, helping to further develop the links we have built."

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young people affected by domestic abuse. Perthshire Womens’s Aid was chosen as PBN’s nominated charity for 2010 – 2011 and fund-raising

events were held throughout the year. A local charity is selected each year by the network as that ensures that funds raised will be used within Perth & Kinross.

Charities supported in previous years have included Rachel House in Kinross, Bravehearts, Open Minds – ENABLE and Home-Start Perth.

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You would be surprised how much information about

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his family and friends and he has also put photographs on there from his last ‘lads week-end’ in Prague. He has allowed anybody to read his profile with-out restriction as recommended by the site and regularly posts on there his thoughts on where he works and his colleagues.

Mark decides that he wants to change jobs and finding the job he has always wanted as a games programmer, applies to them. When the company re-ceive his application they decide

to look into his background and, as part of this process, they make a search on the social networking sites. They discover Mark’s pages and profile and note that he has not taken any security measures to protect his identity. They also see his pho-tographs on there and find that there are some very controver-sial ones taken in Prague when Mark had had a bit too much to drink.

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District 5 Semi-finalsMonday June 20th at Burrelton B.C.

Junior Singles Longforgan 21 v Abernethy 7Singles Bankfoot 4 v Glencarse 21Pairs Kinnoull 18 v Perth 10Triples Alyth 9 v Errol 18Fours Bankfoot 16 v Auchterarder 17Senior Fours Bankfoot 17 v Aberfeldy “A” 19 Tuesday June 21st at Bankfoot B.C.

Junior Singles Stanley v Scone RecreationSingles Bridge of Earn v Scone RecreationPairs Crieff v InchtureTriples Crieff v CaledonianFours Stanley v LongforganSenior Fours Aberfeldy “B” v Scone Recreation

The District Finals sponsored by Bell’s Scotch Whisky will be held at Crieff B.C. on Friday June 24th

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The East Region Junior FA AGM has been held

in Inverkeithing and it has been announced that the new Junior football season will start on Wednesday 3rd August with the League Cup section matches.

A proposal from Ballingry Rovers for an all-in draw for this seasons League Cup was rejected. It will be left for Region Match Secretary John Reilly to draw up the new sections on a more geographical basis. Another proposal, this time from Broxburn Athletic, for major league reconstruction was narrowly defeated by 32 votes to 30 votes, therefore the current league structure will remain with the three district leagues now sponsored by McBookies. The League & League Cup fixtures are to be

announced shortly.The East of Scotland Cup

is generally regarded as the most prestigious cup to win outwith the Scottish Junior cup itself, and the first round matches were drawn. 64 Clubs will compete for the trophy and the Perth & Perthshire teams fared well, as six of the seven Clubs were favoured with home ties. The draw as it affects the local Clubs :- Bankfoot v Lochore, Blairgowrie v Tranent, Coupar Angus v Stoneyburn, Jeanfield v Newtongrange Star, Kinnoull v Broughty Athletic, Scone v St Andrews Utd. Only Luncarty were unfortunate to be drawn away and they will travel to the Lothians to meet Fauldhouse Utd.

Kinnoull have held their AGM recently and long-serving secretary Graeme Chalmers

stepped down after seventeen years in the hot-seat. Kinnoull President Chris Jones paid tribute to his outgoing secretary “Graeme had been extremely diligent in all his dealings with Club affairs, but we are all delighted that he has decided to remain on the general committee for what will be his twentieth year with Kinnoull” Office bearers elected were : President Chris Jones. Secretary & acting Treasurer Charlie Grieve. General Committee Graeme Chalmers, Charlie Swan. Committee with Special Duties George Thomson.

Kinnoull were also delighted to be able to announce that GT Car Spray Shop in Lochty have agreed to provide the new away kit for next seasons assault on the Central League title.

New Season Start Announced

Picture - Kinnoull players Gary Fraser, Alex Bone and Sean Fleming

Team manager Gavin Price

MANAGER’S THOUGHTS ON OPENING GAMESDerek McInnes has spoken

about his thoughts on the SPL fixture list which was issued last week.

The Saints manager returned to work this week after a relaxing family holiday and after having the chance to digest the 2011/2012 campaign fixtures he said: “I think it is a start we can really look forward to. We knew we would be away from home in the first game at our request and a trip to Pittodrie is tough but winnable – we have a great record up there since coming back into the SPL.”

Looking back to last season he said; “In many ways, it is similar to last season when we headed to Tynecastle on the opening day – a tough proposition but one which we should relish.”

The first home match for the Saints brings champions Rangers to Perth and the manager said; “It’s a good early test for us in a

high-profile game for our new pitch and has all the makings of a great encounter against the current champions. Ally McCoist will be trying to make his mark as the new Rangers manager, which adds another aspect to the game.”

“We should get healthy crowds at both of these games and it is a good couple of opening fixtures. Mind you, they are only good if we take something from them!”

After those two opening games, Saints find themselves out of action for a week with Hibs having taken up their allowed option to postpone an early game for a friendly match and the manager admitted that the Saints are frustrated by the inconvenience caused by the Easter Road club’s game against Sunderland.

“It’s not ideal to be honest but we knew there was that possibility and Hibs are quite entitled to take

up the option of a game. I might see if we can fix up a friendly of our own just to keep us ticking over but that decision is for another day.”

McInnes reiterated his delight with the four players he has recruited so far and hopes to have a couple more in the door before pre-season training gets too much underway.

Most of the Under 19s returned to the stadium last week for a brief work out and they get back to proper work this week. The first team were also fitness testing in Stirling last week before pre-season training proper kicks-off on Thursday (today).

“We know the areas we need to strengthen and we are working hard behind the scenes to makes things happen. It’s not easy to get your hands on strikers of the necessary quality but hopefully we can make progress next week.”

Live Active Leisure Gymnasts Shine at Local Gymnastics ChampionshipsThe Perth and Kinross Floor

and Vault Championship recently took place at Bell’s Sports Centre in Perth and local gymnasts that trained at the Live Active Leisure classes in venues such as Live Active Letham, Bell’s Sports Centre, Loch Leven Community Campus and Breadalbane Community Campus walked away with a great range of medals.

Fiona McGregor, Activity Instructor for gymnastics at Live Active Leisure stated: “All of the children from Live Active Leisure classes did so well and we are really happy with their performance.” She said. “A lot of these children started with us in our Active Steps Wee Springers (Pre School)

classes and we have watched them develop – so its great to see them competing in competitions or moving into the clubs such as the Perth Gymnastics elite squad.” Gymnasts that train at Live Active Letham in Perth scooped three golds, three silvers, two bronze medals and a 4th and 6th position. It was also one of the Letham gymnasts who won the 10/11 girls beginners Perth & Kinross Championship.

In addition, gymnasts from Loch Leven Community Campus won one silver, one bronze and two 4th positions. Bell’s Sports Centre boys’ gymnasts won two golds and Breadalbane Community Campus gymnasts won a silver medal.

Paul Cromwell, Head of Operations at Live Active Leisure stated: “Live Active Leisure is proud that so many of our gymnasts have done so well at this recent competition. Our classes focus on fun, as well as developing skills, so it is great to see children showing such promise in gymnastics compeitions. I think these results are a testament to the quality of the Live Active Leisure Coaches.” Live Active Leisure operates 14 leisure venues in Perth and Kinross and operates as a social enterprise meaning that it works primarily for social goals. They run classes for pre-school and school aged children in gymnastics and currently teach over 500 children a week.

Scottish Under 13 Development Championship

Pitlochry Weightlifting Club hosted the Scottish

Under 13 Development championships alongside the third running of the Pitlochry Youths at the Live Active Atholl Centre. Charley Craig from the Gladiator Club in Glasgow totalled the highest among the female lifters with 156 points.

Stuart Gilroy from Kilmarnock had the biggest lifts with 290 points. Local lifter Zoe Davidson winning the 58kg class with a 25kg snatch and a 33kg clean and jerk for a 58kg total, all of Zoe’s lifts were personal bests.

Zoe’s father Alan who is the current British Masters champion and former

European Masters bronze medallist is her coach The best lifter awards in the youths were won by Kilmarnock lifters Heather Baird and Jordan Haydon.Coaching sessions in the Leisure Centre are being held on Thursdays at 4.30pm, which are open to children from 12 years of age Cost £1.

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