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The University of Highland and Islands is offering a relaxation on the rent for students staying in their accommodation. Students who haven’t been able to return to their accommodation because of the travel restrictions can choose to either pause or ask for a rebate on their rent. A spokesperson from the UHI said: “The University …
Heartland FM’s overwhelmed to say that we’ve not only passed our goal of £25,000 but surpassed it too. In total, our Crowdfunder raised £31,106.84 with the help and support of our incredible listeners. Trustee Kate Howie said: “We’re absolutely thrilled about that, and I just want to thank you all, on behalf of Heartland radio, …
NHS Tayside has now vaccinated 30,000 people in the local health board area and is inviting the over 80’s to get their vaccination when the injection is stock. GP’s are getting in contact with patients who are eligible to book appointments when they suit them, this means patients do not need to contact their GP …
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LISTEN: David Barrie explains how the Pitlochry Baptist Church has been helping support people in their community With the Coronavirus restrictions confining many of Highland Perthshire’s vulnerable indoors, the Pitlochry Baptist Church is teaming up with the local COVID support group to help others in need. Teaming up with the Pitlochry and Moulin Coronavirus support …
After the First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, announced in the Scottish that the Coronavirus restrictions will not be changing in Scotland, online learning will continue. Pupils in Highland Perthshire, and the rest of Scotland, will continue to learn online until ‘mid-February’ which will come under review at the beginning of the month. Nicola Sturgeon told parliament: …
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LISTEN: Giles Conisbee talks about why he joined the team and what the time bank does A charity in Highland Perthshire which aims to share the skills and talent of people in their communities has appointed a new project manager. Inspired by the community spirt throughout the pandemic, Giles Conisbee has donned the role of …
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LISTEN: Murdo Fraser thanks the government for being open to hearing suggestions to address the problem After a summer of dirty camping and a general build-up of fly-tipping across rural areas plaguing Highland Perthshire, a regional MSP is calling on the Scottish parliament to review its policy on fly tipping. Murdo Fraser, regional Conservative MSP …
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LISTEN: Chris Stanton talks with Ramsay Beattie about Heartland’s progress with it’s crowdfunder After passing our Crowdfunder target of £25,000, the entire team’s been left ‘gushing’ in appreciation. Heartland’s asked the people of Highland Perthshire to raise this money to see us through the coming months of the pandemic as our conventional income slows down. …
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NHS Tayside are now offering ‘rapid testing’ throughout the day at Perth Royal Infirmary. Running 24-hours a day, the infirmary is testing people across Highland Perthshire for COVID-19. Respiratory Consultant and NHS Tayside’s Clinical Lead for Winter Planning Dr David Connell said: “Being able to quickly determine which patients coming into hospital have COVID-19 allows …
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On the final day of our Crowdfunder Heartland passed our goal of reaching £25,000 as part of our crowdfunding campaign. Heartland would like to thank everyone who’s donated, big or small, we’ve needed all the support that we’ve got and couldn’t be more thankful. Station Alistair smith said: “The whole community got behind the crowdfunding …
