Elmwood College in advanced talks which could see merger by August
A merger of Scotland's four leading land-based colleges, including Elmwood College in Fife, could be completed within a matter of months, The Courier understands. (...)
Major Kirkcaldy road upgrade expected to start next week
A multi-million-pound project which will transform the road network in the north of Kirkcaldy is due to get under way next week. (...)
Soldier arrested on suspicion of manslaughter of Private Mark Connolly
A Scots soldier is facing a court martial after being arrested in connection with the death of a Black Watch comrade in Germany almost a year ago. (...)
Scottish council election: Labour look to strike deal to seize control in Fife
Crunch talks aimed at forming a new ruling administration in Fife were set to continue today in the wake of Thursday's council elections. (...)
Police refuse to comment on claims road defect could have caused fatal Fife crash
Investigators probing a road accident which claimed the life of a west Fife man have refused to rule out a pothole or loose drain cover as a potential cause, The Courier understands. (...)
Raith Rovers director appeals for calm after Rangers threats
A Fife football club director who had a hand in imposing sanctions on crisis-hit Rangers has called for some calm after receiving threatening messages from outraged supporters. (...)
Health spending report reveals NHS Fife faces making above-average savings
Calls have been made to protect frontline staff at NHS Fife after it emerged the region is having to make higher savings than many other Scottish health boards. (...)
Last call for Craigtoun Park contracts
The deadline is looming for anyone interested in running attractions in Craigtoun Park this summer. (...)
Councillors debate ways of fighting coastal erosion at Tayport
A plan to prevent part of Tayport slipping into the Tay has been given a tentative green light by Fife councillors. (...)
More Fife wind turbines approved despite concerns for the future
There are new calls to give greater weight to the cumulative impact of wind turbines on the Fife countryside after two more controversial applications won approval. (...)
Solicitors raise challenge to St Andrews HMO refusal
A decision to turn down plans for a house of multiple occupancy (HMO) in St Andrews is to be reviewed by councillors. (...)
Former publican says Fife public alcohol bylaws treat people like 'sheep'
A former Fife publican has cast doubt on the need for some areas to have alcohol bylaws after the council's decision to extend the places covered by legislation last week. (...)
Fife councillors warned windfarm moratorium would be a costly mistake
A complete ban on new windfarm applications would expose Fife Council to significant risk of costly legal action and would not achieve any long-term benefits, the local authority has suggested. (...)
Embattled MSP Bill Walker will 'absolutely not' stand down from Parliament
A Fife MSP under pressure to stand down after being expelled from his political party has steadfastly vowed to stay on in the Scottish Parliament. (...)
Attractions to reappear at 'fantastic asset' Craigtoun Park
Popular attractions will reappear at Craigtoun Park this year after it emerged that Fife Council is seeking applications from businesses to run them. (...)
More volunteers to be asked to put brakes on speeding drivers
Civilian volunteers across Courier country could soon be given the tools to clock speeding motorists as part of plans to roll out a successful pilot scheme. (...)
'Everybody is making it up as they go along' — new St Andrews University rector delivers offbeat message
St Andrews University has formally installed its 51st rector at a historic ceremony in the Fife town. (...)
Rail campaigners to argue St Andrews services could run at a profit
Hopes St Andrews could be reconnected to the rail system have been heightened by a new study which suggests a direct link between the town and Edinburgh Airport would not only be possible but would also be profitable. (...)
Waid Academy wins reprieve from planned Fife swimming pool closures
Fife Council still plans to close three school swimming pools — and it has been revealed it was also considering a fourth for the chop. (...)