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2025 BUCS Mid-Year Roundup Shows Stirling’s Dominance Across the Field
The University of Stirling has opened the 2025/26 season with a series of dominating performances across American football, swimming, tennis and student athletics. With national titles, record-breaking swims and key wins already secured, the early months of competition point to one of the university...
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Stirling Sporting Stars Awarded Honorary Degrees
During the University of Stirling’s winter graduation, professional rugby union player, Finn Russell, and Aquatics GB swimming coach, Steven Tigg, were awarded honorary degrees. Finn Russell Finn Russell grew up in Bridge of Allan, just down the road from the University. He started his rugby caree...
Up-and-coming in the Glasgow Scene – Dylan Jack Moran
In 2025, Glasgow-based musician Dylan Jack Moran has released a string of singles, combining 90s classic guitar tone with his introspective lyrics and distinctive vocals. Moran met with Brig for the launch of his debut EP Even the Score, to discuss 90s resurgence, chronic illness and experie...
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Nature’s Engineers: Stirling Study Finds Beavers Create Wetlands That Boost Pollinator Numbers
Beavers quietly reshaping Scotland’s wildlife Beavers are quietly transforming parts of Scotland’s countryside. New research from the University of Stirling suggests they may be rescuing some of the nation’s most threatened pollinators in the process. A study published in the Journal of Applie...
Movember at Stirling
Movember is an annual event every November to raise awareness for men’s health, including men’s mental health, prostate and testicular cancer, and suicide prevention. As part of Movember, there is a university specific campaign called The Big Moustache on Campus which Stirling takes part in. T...
'I spent a day in town named Scotland's best place to live in 2026 and fell in love'
It is the perfect spot for a December staycation.
Students Fear Future as Stirling Uni Loses 175 Staff in Voluntary Severance Scheme
Disclaimer: This has been amended from the print edition. Gerry McCormac’s pay is £438,000 including pension contributions and £414,000 without. His pay increase over two years was £119,000. University of Stirling students are fearing the impact of the recent voluntary severance scheme which ha...
Heavy rain warning issued for Glasgow and the south west - all you need to know
Most of Scotland's south west is under a Met Office weather warning today, with risks of flooding and 60mm of rain in some areas.
Brig Advent Day 1: Brig’s Deputy Editor’s Five Must-Watch Christmas Films
For day one of Brig Newspaper's Advent 2025, Deputy Editor Connor Peebles takes us through his favourite Christmas Films. The post Brig Advent Day 1: Brig’s Deputy Editor’s Five Must-Watch Christmas Films appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Family of murdered Claire Inglis demand John Swinney release Crown Office report into failures
Following Claire's death an expert social work report was commissioned into the case which found the 28-year-old and her son were “invisible in the system”.
Popular Stirlingshire pub celebrates industry accolade after award win
Balmaha's Oak Tree Inn, which recently celebrated its 28th birthday, won the prestigious title at the 2025 Scottish Licensed Trade New (SLTN) Awards.
Charity festive tractor run returns to Stirling - and it's bigger than ever
A total of 90 tractors and lorries will take part on the popular route on the roads around the region - and it's all for the aid of a good charitable cause.
NHS Forth Valley admit work needed on maternity ward after snap inspection
The Healthcare Improvement Scotland report visited maternity services at the hospital in August - and identified areas to praise and problems including improved oversight.
Repeat clash awaits for Stirling Albion in cup action as boss praises new keeper
The Binos take on Elgin City for the second time in a row - this time in Moray - as they aim to secure a shot at a money-spinning tie in round four.
New social housing development in Killearn unveiled in £2.83 million project
The development at Lampson Court boasts nine homes available for social rent and two others which are shared equity.
Stirling Council staff vote for walkout amid dispute over contract changes
The union leading the action have criticised a number of proposed changes to terms and conditions - but the council has hit back against some of the claims.
Concerns raised over fate of "unique" art based at former Stirling Pru building
The large-scale fibreglass installation which sat in the atrium of the building represented a major piece of commissioned work from the late 1980s.
Hundreds of Scots lose jobs weeks before Christmas as major timber firm closes
The UK's largest timber firm entered administration and has announced six Scottish branches are being shuttered with immediate effect.
2025 Budget: The Changes, The Impact, The Reactions.
The Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, has announced the 2025 budget. It includes: a minimum wage rise, a stealth tax and several other additions and changes. The post 2025 Budget: The Changes, The Impact, The Reactions. appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Stirling boss hails improved display as points shared in foggy Elgin stalemate
The Binos' league winless run goes on to seven games - but the Albion supremo was keen to talk up his side ahead of a repeat clash with the Black and Whites this weekend.