Kath Duncan: Documentary set to recognise legacy of unsung political heroine from Fife
Activist Kath Duncan was a powerful orator who had lived in both Angus and Fife.
An exciting new documentary aims to give unsung political heroine Kath Duncan from Fife the recognition she deserves. Gayle Ritchie finds out more.
With her striking red hair, bright blue eyes and dramatic clothing, Kath Duncan stood out from the crowd.
She was only 5ft 2in but, a powerful orator who “everyone was scared of”, she commanded attention wherever she went.
Born in 1889 in Tarbert, Argyll, Kath spent much of her childhood in Friockheim in Angus, but later moved to Kirkcaldy, which she always considered as her home.
Mudd Club: Magical memories of legendary night out in Aberdeen
The Mudd Club was THE place to be on a Monday night.
The Mudd Club was a legendary Monday night out in Aberdeen. Gayle Ritchie digs out some old photos and takes a trip down memory lane.
Mention the Mudd Club to thousands of folk lucky enough to have experienced its magic in the 80s, 90s and noughties and the chances are they will start grinning insanely.
Running on Monday nights within The Palace on Bridge Street (formerly Ritzy’s, Bonkers and originally the Palace Theatre), it was a haven for alternative music lovers and those who wanted to hang out with like-minded people and have fun.
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It’s 55 years since legendary Dundee wrestler George Kidd was awarded the city’s “First Citizen” title. Former Aberdeen wrestler and fellow grappler Len Ironside is calling for a bronze statue to be erected as a tribute to the hero of the squared circle. Gayle Ritchie takes up the story.