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Stirlingshire tourism stalwart heads up local Birthday Honours recipients
James Fraser - who has been representing the Trossachs National Park area in tourism for close to 40 years - joins a university professor and an Aberfoyle Girlguiding representative on the list.
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Stirling venues revel in late-night World Cup takings ahead of Morocco match
Several venues across Stirling were open late for the 2am kick-off against Haiti - with jubilant football fans packing out the city to watch the national team make a winning start.
Tartan Army plan tribute at Scotland game for young boxer who died in Thailand
Colin Cairney, 22, died from a head injury after an accident in Thailand.
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Stirlingshire hall project highlights new public portal for council contracts
Organisations will be able to submit requests for community benefits which will be assessed and added to a list that is maintained by the council and published on the portal.
Scots boxer Colin Cairney dies in Thailand after horror tuk-tuk incident as tributes pour in
Colin Cairney has died in Thailand after suffering catastrophic head injuries in a tuk-tuk incident in Phuket.
A9 closed after two HGV lorries crash and drivers taken to hospital
Emergency services are at the scene of the crash on the A9 southbound between Doune Road and Keir Roundabout.
Heating oil price surge fears raised by Stirling MP as winter prep ramps up
The price of the heating oil - which is particularly popular in rural parts of Stirling - has doubled following the beginning of the US conflict in Iran.
Stirling pals to take West Highland Way challenge for men's mental health
The quartet of pals will hit the famous route for six days next month - aiming to raise cash for a charity supporting the awareness of mental health for young men.
Popular fashion firm returns to Scotland after closing all shops six years ago
Find below the full list of locations the brand is set to return to.
Best place to visit in the UK has been named and it's in Scotland but it's not Edinburgh
Scotland boasts a wide range of stunning cities and towns well worth visiting, with some attracting tourists from all over the world. One city has been named as the number one place to visit in the UK - and it's not Edinburgh
Fashion retailer to return to High Street after closing all stores six years earlier
Evans, known for its womenswear brands in Britain for almost 100 years, closed shortly after the pandemic began, but is making a return to stores across the UK
Scots boxing champ 'fighting for life' in Thailand 'argued with tuk-tuk driver'
The unbeaten welterwight is believed to have been in Thailand with a group of pals.
Could Makerfield be one of the most important by-elections in British political history?
On Thursday the 18th of June, the people of just one parliamentary constituency may shape the future for all Britons. To provide some context for this extraordinary occasion, Josh Simons recently resigned as the Member of Parliament (MP) for Makerfield. This triggered Thursday’s by-election in Man...
Standout Stirling boxer fights for life after "devastating" Thailand accident
Thousands of pounds have already been raised to help with medical costs for the Braehead-based fighter, who remains on life support in the country.
Restauranteur fined over Stirlingshire rail crossing near miss
The incident was described as “like a harrowing episode of Thomas the Tank Engine” in court.
Stirling city centre store given licence boost as councillors give thumbs up
The convenience store sought a provisional premises licence for the sale of alcohol from Monday to Sunday, from 10am until 10pm.
Pensioner achieves horse riding dream from Stirling-based charity
Mary Aitken, known as Myra, enjoyed a day in the saddle thanks to the team at Airthrey Care Home and Equi-Power Central Scotland RDA.
Bridge of Allan bar offers chance for World Cup sticker swaps at weekend events
The sticker swaps are available every Sunday up to July 12 at the bar - with children in attendance also receiving a free packet to tear open.
Who’s playing at Stirling’s Radio 2 in the Park in September?
Chaka Khan and Simple Minds are set to headline Radio 2 in the Park in Stirling this September, with the whole lineup and DJ set announced. The post Who’s playing at Stirling’s Radio 2 in the Park in September? appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
John Healey Resigns: Here’s why that matters
Defence Secretary John Healy's departure may appear to just be yet another Minister resigning. But it actually reveals a lot about Keir Starmer's government The post John Healey Resigns: Here’s why that matters appeared first on Brig Newspaper....