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Luvians in St Andrews | Pic Contributed

Wine, whisky and cigars sampling venue revealed for St Andrews premises

Courtney Fleming with Nicola Adams, and (right) before her weight loss | Pics Contributed

Kirkcaldy woman’s new lease of life after losing almost 8-stones in weight

St Andrews based Lynette Keating is the founder of Fybre Twist | Pic Contributed

New Year resolution sparked Fife entrepreneur’s thriving creative business

Kim Shepherd returns to the Adam Smith Theatre for this year's panto | Pic John Murray

Lifetime of music and stage for Kim Shepherd as she prepares for panto

Passengers board a bus in Edinburgh in 1967 | Pic TSPL

The wheels on the bus go round and round once more after you turn 60

Aisha Kempson died in her three-car crash on the A92 | Pic Police Scotland

Tribute to ‘heart of gold’ young mum killed in three-car A92 crash

Alan Fletcher & his band on stage at the Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh | Pic Allan Crow

Alan Fletcher Band: great warmth, great music & memories of Neighours

Plans to bring short-term lets in St Andrews and the East Neuk under tighter planning controls are set to take a step forward. | Pic Yamu_Jay

Plans for tighter controls on short term lets in Fife tourism heartland

Kirkcaldy's fantastic giant cats have made it all the way to Westminster | Pic Cath Ruane

Wemyssware Cats: from Kirkcaldy to the Commons despatch box

Melanie Ward on Kirkcaldy High Street | Pic Contributed

How defence skills training can help fill our empty High Street shops

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Sport

Paul McMullan has scored once in 13 Raith Rovers appearances this season (Pic by Ross Parker/SNS Group)

Paul McMullan on his return from injury and Raith Rovers' title prospects
As a player who endured a horrible last three months of the 2025-2026 campaign as he missed out due to a serious knee injury which required surgery, the last thing Raith Rovers’ Paul McMullan needed was being crocked again after injuring his ankle in Rovers’ 2-0 home loss to Livingston on September 25.
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Dougie Imrie roaring on his Raith Rovers side from the bench during last Saturday's 1-1 draw at Stenhousemuir (Pic Alan Harvey/SNS Group)

Raith Rovers: Dougie Imrie's tantalising admission on his six injured players

K&D boss Grant Brough watching 3-2 home win over Heriot-Watt

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Craig Hamilton scores Kirkcaldy's first try v Howe of Fife (Pics Michael Booth)

Two sin bins can’t stop Kirkcaldy Rugby Club getting derby win

Team captain Gordon Latto

Club captains past and present a Flyers' memories group

Your World Fife

As cycling the Tayport to Leuchars stretch could be on a summer's eve.

Consultation launches for new NE Fife cycle link

The Wemyss Ware cats

The Purvis Group helps round up Kirkcaldy’s Wemyss Ware Cats

Local Cupar youth cast aged P7-S6 bring Wizard of Oz to Corn Exchange

Young local talent set to shine

Mrs Fay Ford being presented as Domino Champ.

Pies, Pals and Games at Lodge Balgonie

East Fife

Manager Dick Campbell watching East Fife losing 3-0 at home to East Kilbride | Pic Kenny Mackay

East Fife launch search for new manager after Dick Campbell departs
East Fife are on the hunt for a new manager after parting company with Dick Campbell.
Allan Crow

Dick Campbell’s East Fife suffered a trio of injuries during last Saturday’s Scottish League One fixture away to Cove Rangers (Photo: Kenny Mackay)

More injuries for East Fife

Cammie Ross wheels away to celebrate his and East Fife’s second goal against Ross County last Saturday afternoon (Pictures by Kenny Mackay)

Ross' brace just not enough against County

East Fife drew 0-0 away to Airdrie (Photo: Kenny Mackay)

Campbell happy with league start

East Fife defender Andy Munro (Photo: Kenny Mackay)

East Fife defender Andy Munro hits out over penalty shouts

Raith Rovers

George Oakley and Dougie Imrie after helping Greenock Morton beat Motherwell 2-1 in Scottish Cup in February 2024 (Pic Craig Foy/SNS Group)

From Hamilton, to Morton and now Raith Rovers: How Oakley is indebted to Imrie
Having played alongside and been coached by Dougie Imrie at Hamilton Accies in season 2019-2020 before working under him again for a season at Greenock Morton in 2023-2024 while Imrie was gaffer, Raith Rovers striker George Oakley has admitted just how vital his current Stark’s Park gaffer has been for his overall career.
Craig Goldthorp

Kyle Turner in action for Raith Rovers, going up against Andrew Shinnie, during the Fifers’ 1-1 William Hill Championship draw away to Stenhousemuir at Ochilview Park on Saturday (Photo: Alan Harvey/SNS Group)

Point away to league leaders Stenhousemuir keeps Raith Rovers in William Hill C...

George Oakley has netted three times in seven Raith appearances (Pic Mark Scates/SNS Group)

Raith Rovers' George Oakley hails Stenhousemuir's incredible season so far

Then Livingston coaches Dougie Imrie and Marvin Bartley on the bench at a match in December 2021 (Pic by Ross Parker/SNS Group)

It's Bartley v Imrie as second-placed Raith Rovers visit leaders Stenhousemuir

Paul Hanlon in action for Raith Rovers, challenging Charlie Telfer, during their 3-0 William Hill Championship win away to Hamilton Academical in March 2025 (Photo: Simon Wootton/SNS Group)

Raith Rovers to begin defence of KDM Evolution Trophy away to Hamilton Accies

Crime

Steven Muir appeared for sentence at Falkirk Sheriff Court | Pic Central Scotland News Agency

Kirkcaldy police officer jailed after helping to forge a will for a friend

Police have appealed for information | Pic TSPL

Police hunt for man after indecent exposure in St Andrews

Michael Mackinnon appeared at Kirkcaldy Sheriff Court | Pic Fife Free Press

Jail for motorist who fled head-on crash and left woman badly injured

Police addressed shoplifting and drug use

Arrests after reports of man with firearm in Fife town

Satwant Singh and his wife Jatinder Kaur | Pic Family photo

Drink drive college lecturer who killed husband and wife is jailed

Steven Muir, from Kirkcaldy, who was a solicitor before joining Police Scotland appeared at Falkirk Sheriff Court | Pic Michael Gillen

Kirkcaldy police officer quits over will fraud, and could face jail sentence

What's On

Lang Toun Jazz welcomes Colin Steele and Martin Kershaw for their next concert | Pic Zephyr/Pixabay

Duo set for Lang Toun Jazz gig at Old Kirk in Kirkcaldy

La Dolce Vita Swing Collective | Pic Contributed

Festive show for Fife venues as La Dolce Vita return to Kingdom

The free sessions are taking place at the Beacon in Burntisland | Pic Contributed

Free football sessions for youngsters a Fife leisure centre

9 to 5 will run at the Pitlochry Festival Theatre next year

Fife director's new production of hit musical

Retro

BBC presenter Iain Stewart conducting a talk as part of Open Doors Days 2026. (Pic. Contributed.)

Step into 500 years of history at Kirkcaldy Old Kirk this weekend
Kirkcaldy Old Kirk is inviting Fife residents to visit this weekend as part of this year's Doors Open Days.
Gregg Kelly

Alan Gilmour Memorial Pairs at Kirkcaldy West End Bowling Club - from left Simon Bell / Gary Mackie (runners up), Alan Hill / Billy Laing (winners), Stevie MacDonald, Mike Rollo / Ian Moir and Alex Cormie / Gordon Fyfe (beaten semi-finalists)

In Pictures: Kirkcaldy’s runners and bowlers enjoying sporting success

The squad from the 18th Fife (Kennoway) who won the Levenmouth District five-a-side tournament in 1988. Back, from left: Scott Thomson, Kevin Anderson, Brian Kay, Gary Lamont; front – James Goodlad, Craig Connor, Gary Bissett.

In Pictures: memories of Fife in this black & white gallery

In 2001 Kirkcaldy High's Nicola Richardson beat 300 of her fellow pupils to win the school's Chef of the Year competition. Pictured with Nicola are runner up Sean Bissett and judge, Fife College's David Dickson.

25 black and white photos capturing moments in time in Kirkcaldy and Glenrothes

This picture was taken of Buckhaven Primary School’s primary seven class in term 1954-55. The teacher, who can be seen in the second row was Mrs Ross. (Pic: Contributed)

New Fife schoolday exhibition in appeal for photos and memorabilia

Health

Lundin Golf raises £12,000 for BHF in memory of treasured Fife councillor. (Pic. Contributed.)

Lundin Golf raises £12,000 for BHF in memory of treasured friend

Amanda Williamson with her award | Pic Contributed

Award for health play specialist who helps children through hospital treatment

The Substances Support Scotland’s new Assertive Outreach and Recovery Service is working with Fife Alcohol and Drug Partnership | Pic Contributed

New support model launched as Fife’s drugs and alcohol death figures revealed

Victoria Hospital, Kirkcaldy. (Pic: Fife Free Press)

NHS Fife annual review: when it takes place, how to attend and submit questions

Homes & Gardens

I found these beautiful autumnl flower bouquets from Bunches that are perfect for the season

Three beautiful autumn bouquets from Bunches
Bunches bouquets are a lovely way to add a touch of seasonal colour to your home.
Natalie Dixon

Back on the market for £299,995, this detached Dunfermline house has a large tarred driveway and a garden that extends around to the rear

Dunfermline home for £299,995 has a flexible fifth bedroom

Colin Miller, founder of the Kirkcaldy Property Network | Pic: Contributed

Speakers unveiled for Kirkcaldy Propery Network event – how to attend

Bunches has plenty of options to choose from including flowers, hampers and greeting cards.

Bunches sells more than flowers, including plants and hampers

The Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser makes filling your home with beautiful fragrance effortless, with no water, mess or fuss.

Nikura AIRI Waterless Diffuser review: No water, no wires, no faff

Lifestyle

Cars available to drive include the Lamborghini Gallardo and many more

Lamborghini, Ferrari and Aston Martin supercar driving experiences

I’m making a Halloween boo basket this year and Sainsbury’s has everything I need

How to make a Halloween boo basket with treats and gifts

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New Yoto cards include myths, escape room challenges and mysteries

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Monty Don urged to ‘stay safe’ by worried fans

Richard Hammond divorce: As TV star splits from wife Mindy after 28 years, who are his daughters? Photo: AFP via Getty Images

Richard Hammond divorce: TV star splits from wife Mindy after 28 years

A reality TV personality known for appearing on shows like The Hills and Made In Chelsea broke down in tears during an interview. (Photo: @officialstephpratt on Instagram)

Made in Chelsea star breaks down in tears as family's homes burn down

Russell Howard has confirmed he has quit TV

Reason Russell Howard says he is quitting TV after 19 years

People

Steven Dick was pronounced dead at the scene | Pic Contributed

Tributes as police name pedestrian killed in Lochgelly
Police have named the pedestrian who was killed in Lochgelly on Saturday.
Allan Crow

Fife Trusted Trader celebrates 15 years of supporting local area. (Pic. Contributed.)

Fife Trusted Trader celebrates 15 years of supporting local area

Postcode Lottery’s Judie McCourt congratulates winners

Fifer wins big with the Postcode Lottery

Opinion

Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivers a speech during an Innovation Nation Summit in Manchester, | Pic Christopher Furlong/Getty Images

Kirkcaldy ‘doesn’t need warm words from Andy Burnham – it needs decisions’

Melanie Ward claims that Andy Burnham "understands Kirkcaldy.”

David Torrance MSP for Kirkcaldy

Prime Minister Andy Burnham delivers his keynote speech on day three of the Labour Party Conference at Liverpool Experience Campus | Pic Leon Neal/Getty Images

Melanie Ward MP: Prime Minister Andy Burnham understands towns like Kirkcaldy

Headsets need to be compulsory for all mobile phone conversations | Pic rupixen/Pixabay

See it, say it, sort it - shut it: watching videos on your phone, use a headset

Kirkcaldy’s big cats brought joy to so many – so what comes next?Allan Crow

Allan Crow

Gilbert O'Sullivan on stage at the Queens Hall, Edinburgh | Pic Allan Crow

Reliving my childhood as Gilbert O’Sullivan concert sparks memories

Melanie Ward MP recently visited The Auld Hoose in Kinghorn. She's calling for government support for pubs in Scotland after the UK government announced a cut in business rates for pubs, social clubs and live music venues.

Melanie Ward MP: Pubs are cornerstones of our community - we must support them

Would a social media ban work? | Pic Alexandra Koch

Banning social media won’t reach a generation cursed to be permanently online

Business

SumUp's Solo Lite is making it easier for people who sell items in their spare time to take payments

The £30 card reader giving casual sellers an answer to ‘got no cash’

Glenrothes based Kerrie Gourlay is in the running for the title of ‘creative businesswoman of the year’ at the 2026 UK Women’s Business Awards | Pics Contributed

UK awards shortlist for creative Fife cake designer

Jim Parker (right) with Phil Spencer | Pic Phil Goodson

Hat-trick of awards for Fife Properties at London ceremony

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

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Rat sightings rose by 15% across the UK during the summer, according to Rentokil, with experts warning that colder weather could drive more rodents into homes.

Rat sightings rise 15% as winter warning issued

People say we're irresponsible flogging our home and moving 'off-grid' into a van with two babies - but we'll halve bills

Young family sell home to live off-grid in a campervan

Dad-of-three Brian Forbes has spent £6,000 preparing for disaster this year, stocking his specially equipped garden shelter with food, power banks, radios and night vision goggles.

Dad's £6,000 disaster preparations include 25 years of food

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