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Green light given for 264 houses in latest step of Bannockburn development
The plans for the South Stirling Gateway project includes a mix of private and affordable homes alongside road upgrades and investment in schools.
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Controversial Dunblane 'fuelling hub' plans rejected amid community concerns
A number of councillors spoke out against the plans, which would have been in place on land close to the A9 at Dunblane.
Get in Loser, We’re Building Community
It has been noted by many that the community is on the decline, and the village has disappeared. It has not; you stayed inside and stopped being a villager. Community takes work. Neither Rome nor a supportive network was built in a day. You need to change your thinking and be comfortable in th...
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Dobbies rolls out major change to 10 Scottish stores - full list of areas affected
The garden centre has rolled out a major revamp in time for its peak trading season.
Hyrox fundraiser raises more than £33k for Stirlingshire respite home charity
Former newspaper reporter Gary Ralston - who is undergoing his own battle with prostate cancer - took on the punishing Hyrox event in Glasgow alongside a mate for the Thornhill-based facility.
Husband "overwhelmed" as Stirling MSP quotes late wife's assisted dying support
The Stirling representative was one of those to support the legislation as it was voted down by politicians on Tuesday evening - with the views of one former constituent informing her view.
Stirling student takes on 200 mile run through Asia for environment cause
The keen runner has decided to take on an six-day trek through the Great Silk Road route, which winds 200 miles across the wilds of Tajikistan.
The 'dismal' central Scotland town once named ugliest in the country
It is actually a great place for a day out though.
Dylan Jack Moran and supporting bands organize concert for kidney charities
Brig sat down for an interview with Dylan Jack Moran to talk about his upcoming charity gig on Sunday, March 22. The post Dylan Jack Moran and supporting bands organize concert for kidney charities appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
International Lessons On Gun Control That America Must Learn Now
We have just witnessed the 30th anniversary of the horrific Dunblane attack in Scotland, UK, and are fast approaching the 30th anniversary of the terrifying Port Arthur massacre in Tasmania, Australia. Both mass shootings infamously took place in 1996 and highlight the important need for gun control...
Easy Guide to Register For a Postal Vote
Politics editor Emma at Brig writes an easy guide to registering for a postal vote for students and young people in Stirling. The post Easy Guide to Register For a Postal Vote appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Stirling Council invites applicants for Visitor Levy Advisory Forum
Stirling Council is inviting expressions of interest for a new advisory forum that will help shape how money from the city’s upcoming visitor levy is spent. The post Stirling Council invites applicants for Visitor Levy Advisory Forum appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Stirlingshire beauty spot faces three-month closure to deal with traffic surge
The popular hotspot near Inversnaid is facing the closure from the end of the month for vital safety and access changes ahead of the busy summer season.
Stirling Scouts set up hill-top coffee shop as part of Jamboree fundraiser
The group of Scouts from the region have been selected to head to the prestigious global event - and surprised climbers on a local slope with a special coffee spot..
Stirling roadworks cause travel misery as level crossing plans put on hold
The eight-week long delay on Cornton Road for emergency works on a "void" in the road has caused disruption - as planned works on a nearby level crossing are postponed amid local concerns.
Vehicle thefts across Sunday investigated as cops link weekend incidents
A trio of thefts on Sunday evening in the city centre are being probed by cops.
Star Spotlight: Brendan Fraser!
It is clear that Brendan Fraser can amaze audiences in any role, from comedy to adventure to thriller. He is a true star. The post Star Spotlight: Brendan Fraser! appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
"Adverse weather" forces extension of resurfacing roadworks near Killin
The works near Lix Toll on the A85 will now last until March 23 as a result of the changing weather.
Five New Irish Bands to Discover This St Patrick’s Day
Somewhere this St Patrick’s Day, a pub playlist will cycle through the same familiar names whilst pints of stout are passed across crowded bars. Not that there’s anything wrong with that, Fontaines D.C., Kneecap, and Inhaler have all spent the last few years proving just how strong Ireland’s m...
Curling stone pilfered from Stirling pub returns after 25 year Norway journey
The stone was nicked from the historic Settle Inn by a group of tourists from the Scandinavian nation - with a pair returning to the city recently to return it to the pub.