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Does your broadband contract come with a hidden catch?

Explainer Why broadband bills can rise even when you’re in contract

The wraps come off the revamped gym at Kirkcaldy Leisure Centre | Pic Contributed

First glimpse at revamped gym at Kirkcaldy Leisure Centre

John Swinney speaks to workers at the yard | Pic Raymond Davies

First Minister: 'Navantia Methil yard's opportunities for next generation’

Kirkcaldy coffee shop announces Cash for Kids Christmas team up. (Pic. Contributed.)

Kirkcaldy coffee shop announces Cash for Kids Christmas team up

The new advert aims to attract more visitors to Fife | Pic Fife Council

Mission: Impossible star Dougray Scott voices new TV advert promoting Fife

Michelle Ovens CBE says greater support is needed to help side hustles grow into sustainable businesses.

Ad Feature Side hustling UK adults face outdated systems

Poundland stores across Fife under threat as future of company hangs in balance. (Pic. Contributed.)

Poundland stores across Fife under threat as future of company hangs in balance

The volunteer team hard at work

Fife firm backs mountain path volunteer scheme

St Andrews' Post Office branch is set to close at the beginning of January | Pic Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

Hospitality group offers lifeline for Fife town Post Office branch set to close

From left: Garry Clarke, Allan Dowie, Jill Glen, Christine Convy, Donald McKinnon and Victoria Kirkhope | Pic Contributed

Accounting firm acquires Fife-based insolvency business

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

Four broadband giants top Ofcom complaints list

Scottish Secretary Douglas Alexander speaks to the media during a visit to Navantia UK's Methil yard in Fife | Pic Jane Barlow/PA

Navantia pledge on extra shipyard jobs as Ministers visit Methil yard

Late Night Leven will return for 2026 (Pic: Fife Council)

Late Night Leven to return for 2026

Melanie Ward MP with Navantia apprentice, Lana Gilchrist, from Kirkcaldy | Pic Contributed

Navantia: Kirkcaldy apprentice at Westminster to speak with Ministers

Brook Taverner has opened in St Andrews | Pic Contributed

UK menswear brand Brook Taverner opens new Fife shop

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit
From 36 litres of water for a family of four to cash, emergency radios and phone chargers, here's how to prepare for three days without essential services.
Marc Reeves

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

Hat-trick of awards for Fife Properties at London ceremony

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

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

New Year resolution sparked Fife entrepreneur’s thriving creative 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’

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

The new self storage facility | Pic SarlaWu

Green light for new self-storage facility at Kirkcaldy industrial estate

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

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

Speakers unveiled for Kirkcaldy Propery Network event – how to attend

The rail bridge at Thornton is being demolished and rebuilt sparking a prolonged road closure | Pic: Fife Free Press

New ‘open for business’ campaign as town faces five-month road closure

Navantia UK has won its second new vessel export contract for its Methil | Pic Raymond Davies

60 new jobs as Fife yard secures contract for second vessel

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
A Fife cake designer has been shortlisted for a top UK award.
Allan Crow

An image of what the Blank Street coffee shop will look like.

Coffee chain Blank Street set to move into Fife town centre

Greggs has opened a new shop in Fife | PIc Contributed

Jobs boost as Greggs opens doors to new Fife shop Teaser Headline

The AGM marked the last under chair, Linda Leslie | Pic Contributed

Success and milestones honoured at Fife housing group’s AGM

Independent retailers make up the spine of Kirkcaldy town centre | Pic: Kirsty Anderson / Collective Architecture

Fife Business Week: workshops to help retailers and independent businesses

Striking workers at Diageo

Diageo strike action suspended at Cameronbridge

The £20million funding can begin the transformation of Kirkcaldy town centre and waterfront | Pic Fife Council

Kirkcaldy’s £20million: business case for masterplan goes to Westminster

Aldi is set to invest in two Fife supermarkets | Pic Simon Hadley Photography

Aldi set to expand two Fife supermarkets

Kinnettles Hotel, St Andrews | Pic Contributed

Luxury hotel in St Andrews closes as company goes into liquidation

New plans have been lodged for the site of the former Fife Ethylene Plant | Pic TSPL

Defence contractor’s weapons factory plan for Mossmorran

The supermarket says it wants to help customers be well prepared for groceries as the festive season approaches

Asda Christmas delivery slots open today – how to book

Neil Crooks (seated) and Cllr Erskine at the launch of the £1.25m depot | Pic Fife Council

£1.25m investment launches new facility in landmark for Fife Golf Trust

Strike action at Diageo will continue throughout the month of October

Further strike action at Diageo Fife distillery

LNER's new first class lounge has opened at Leuchars | Pic Contributed

New first class lounge opens at Leuchars for LNER passengers

Sephra Europe has appointed Callum Bond as sales director | Pic Contributed

Key appointment at company’s Kirkcaldy HQ after two years of growth

The Venue has closed on Charlotte Street.

Hunt for new owner as Kirkcaldy pub closes

Outstanding award for Rara Tal Indian Restaurant, Glenrothes | PIc Contributed

These Fife restaurants were honoured at Scottish Asian Food awards

Jack and Amy Elles have launched Stocks Cook School at Bowhouse | PIc Contributed

Couple behind Harbour Cafe in Elie launch new cook school at Bowhouse

One of Fife Sports and Leisure Trust's customers, featured in one of the shortlisted campaign entries | Pic Contributed

Hat-trick of nominations for Fife sports trust in national awards

Fernlea Care Home, Lochgelly | Pic Google Maps

Fife care home ordered to make improvements after ‘significant concerns’

We've listed the top 10 highest-rated items in the Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range - and there are definitely some surprises

These are the 10 items Sainsbury's poshest shoppers love the most

Aileen Wright, owner of Must Be Crackers (Pic: MoneyBee Media)

Grate new cheese shop to open in Kirkcaldy

Striking workers at Diageo

Strike action at Diageo Fife distillery to escalate

The Lochgelly pub closed its doors at the weekend | Pic manfredrichter/Pixabay

Popular Fife pub closes doors after 40 years in business

Fife tourism hotspots - Dunfermline Abbey; the Swilcan Bridge, St Andrews; Culross and Falkland Palace | Pics; Submitted

Visitor levy in Fife: Tories take stance as survey reveals mixed views

Bernadette Brown receives her award

Top award for Fife chemist

Dozens of organisations will take part in the funders' fayre | Pic Contributed

Hundreds expected to attend as biggest funders’ fayre returns to Kirkcaldy

The Peat Inn is one of Fife's most renowned venues | Pic Contributed

Peat Inn: agents reveal asking price for Michelin-starred Fife venue up for sale

GM Supplies in Glenrothes | Pic Contributed

Specialist advice leads to digital overhaul for family owned Fife business

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