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'I feel intimidated' — charity shop worker considers walking away after attempted break-in

A charity worker from Forfar who has devoted years of her life to fundraising is ready to walk away from it all after two men tried to break into her shop. (...)


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'Seeing the children smile' — that's what motivates Dundee Citizen of the Year Charlie Kean

Dundee roofing contractor Charlie Kean has been officially recognised for his ''other career'' — that of the city's chief charity fundraiser. (...)


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Bogus charity collector calls at houses in Brechin

A cheating charity collector has been on the prowl and plying his trade in Angus. (...)


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More fun for Forfar Marafun

Forfar Rotary Club has moved to increase the popularity of its biennial Marafun by opening race donations up to other charitable organisations. (...)


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Fellowship Smokies will bring some net gains for charity

The Arbroath smokie is being sent off to hungry homes across the UK as part of a charity drive. (...)


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Dark Blues Dee-light — Fort Bar putting a lifetime of sporting memorabilia up for charity auction

A large collection of sporting memorabilia — much of it involving Dundee FC and which adorns the walls of a popular Broughty Ferry pub — is to go under the hammer to raise funds for charity. (...)


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Pitreavie Playgroup finds not even children's charity collections are safe from thieves

Thieves have stolen a children's charity collection. (...)


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Mystery surrounds Showcase the Street staff member's sacking

A staff member has been sacked from a Dundee organisation that opens the world of dance, drama, vocal skills and animation to young people. (...)


Suspicious witnesses helped to catch Perth charity bin thieves

Shoppers contacted the police after spotting an opportunistic pair stealing from a charity bin outside a Perth supermarket. (...)


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'Something to live for' — meningitis fundraising helps couple cope after Alexis Rose's tragic death

An amazing £24,000 has been raised for meningitis charities in memory of a tragic Perth toddler. (...)


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Voluntary Action Perthshire's Winter Watch scheme hopes to build up a bank of goodwill

A Perthshire charity is spearheading a bid to ensure selfless individual actions see communities through the worst winter weather. (...)


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Celebrities hope sharing kitchen secrets will add up to something souper for Maggie's Centres

A recipe book containing tried and tested favourites contributed by celebrities and local people has been launched to raise funds for the Maggie's Centre in Dundee. (...)


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Research says UK charities losing up to £50 million a year to bag collection scams

Homeowners are being urged not to fall foul of scams that threaten the good work of charities across the country. (...)


Man due in court accused of stealing charity bucket from city bank

A man has been charged after a children's charity bucket went missing from a Dundee bank on Friday. (...)


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Lingerie boss Michelle Mone's Carnoustie kitchen all part of her great support for Erskine charity

An Angus couple this week told how Scottish lingerie tycoon Michelle Mone cooked for them in their home — and then did the washing up! (...)


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Challenging times for Perthshire Abandoned Dogs Society

A Perthshire charity that provides care for abandoned dogs is facing unprecedented financial pressures. (...)


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St Leonards School retains tax exemptions after having charitable status confirmed

St Leonards School in St Andrews has had its charitable status confirmed after three years of uncertainty. (...)


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Wig Bank founder Agnes Lennox

The driving force behind Scotland's first wig bank for cancer sufferers has died after losing her own battle with the disease. (...)


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The Courier backs a winner in Perth Charities Race Day

The Courier has been credited with helping to smash a fundraising target for The Prince's Charities in Scotland. (...)


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Community furious at theft of poppy tin from Lochgelly pub

A thief has stolen a Poppyscotland collecting tin packed full of money from a Lochgelly bar. (...)


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