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1. Perth councillors to defer decision on proposed visitor levy plans

   The consideration of plans will be put on hold until more details on national changes to the legislation are available.

2. Cowie author aims to spread yoga message to youngsters with first book

   The book speaks of a transformation of a down-on-his-luck bear who changes his life and skills after he learns the tools of breathwork and relaxation tools.

3. Scotland's clubbing king helps raise £200,000 for charity

   Donald MacLeod helped set up the Scottish Music Awards to raise money for the pioneering music therapy charity Nordoff and Robbins.

4. Stirling finance firm staff walk out pay deal - with further action planned

   The staff based at the Diligenta offices in Kildean walked out yesterday as part of an ongoing dispute.

5. Scots shops warned to brace for Christmas 'shoplifting epidemic'

   Security experts say as festive lights go up so does crime and urged measures to protect stock, staff and customers.

6. Photos show snow on Scottish castle as hardy local dons kilt for winter walk

   Eilean Donan looks straight out of a Christmas card in the new photographs.

7. Scots grandad hailed in parliament after getting degree aged 88

   Grandad Lawrence Taylor graduated with a BA (Hons) degree from the Open University last month.

8. Specsavers Home Visits business kickstarts partnership with West Lothian charity Food Train with £2k donation

   The charity aims to help older people across the community, offering members practical support to eat healthier and live well.

9. Olympian Laura Muir spearheading campaign to combat Seasonal Affective Disorder

   The campaign suggests practical steps to help you feel better, no matter the weather.

10. Get in the festive spirit with Santa’s arrival at Dobbies Sandyholm

    Santa makes his grand entrance for the start of the festive events season.