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Lawn bowls champion Sophie McGrouther’s Commonwealth dreams
On an unremarkable Tuesday evening, Abbeyview Bowling Club in Dunfermline has a couple dozen people casually chatting, observing and playing friendly games of lawn bowls. The atmosphere is relaxed, social; the senior citizens and middle-aged men making up the majority of room are contentedly enjoyin...
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Football Beyond the Premier League
For many football fans, the end of the domestic season brings a familiar feeling, a strange mix of relief and boredom. After months of weekend fixtures and midweek drama the silence of summer can feel oddly empty. This year, though, there’s one very obvious reason to stay invested, the FIFA World ...
Stirling Albion 2-2 Spartans: Points shared on final day
Stirling Albion came from two goals down to draw 2–2 with Spartans at Forthbank on the final day of the Scottish League Two season. The post Stirling Albion 2-2 Spartans: Points shared on final day appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
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Crime boss snared for importing drugs unmasked as head of two extreme dog breeding firms
William Byrne is behind bars awaiting sentence after pleading guilty over a £1.6million drug ring which saw him and his associates sneaking drugs into Scotland from the Netherlands.
Holyrood 2026 – Scottish Green’s Candidate for Mid Scotland and Fife, Mark Ruskell
Outgoing Politics Editor, Edward, spoke to Mark Ruskell about issues important to him ahead of the Scottish Parliament elections in May. What do you think MSPs should focus on? The post Holyrood 2026 – Scottish Green’s Candidate for Mid Scotland and Fife, Mark Ruskell appeared first on Brig News...
Holyrood 2026 – Conservative Candidate for Stirling, Stephen Kerr
Brig writer Adara spoke to Stephen Kerr during his re-election campaign to the Scottish Parliament. What issues do you think MSPs should focus on? The post Holyrood 2026 – Conservative Candidate for Stirling, Stephen Kerr appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Holyrood 2026 – Labour’s Candidate for Stirling, Dr Kainde Manji
Incoming Politics Editor, James, spoke to Dr Kainde Manji, the Labour candidate for Stirling, during her campaign for the Scottish Parliament. What priorities would you like to see from Holyrood? The post Holyrood 2026 – Labour’s Candidate for Stirling, Dr Kainde Manji appeared first on Brig New...
Holyrood 2026 – Reform UK’s Candidate for Stirling, Rachael Wright
Despite attempts from students to reach out to Reform UK, representatives have either fallen through on their engagements or, in Brig’s case, not responded to our attempts to reach out at all. So, we've been forced to find out for ourselves. Who is standing for Reform in Stirling? The post Holy...
PRINT: Legendary band James makes ultimate return to Glasgow
James take Glasgow at the Ovo Hydro, delivering an electric performance that proves they remain just as good as when they first started up the band. The post PRINT: Legendary band James makes ultimate return to Glasgow appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
7 Quick Things To Remember When Voting In Person
Politics Editor Emma from Brig explains how simple voting in person can be. This year the Scottish Parliament election is on 7 May, 2026. You will have 2 ballot papers. One is for choosing your constituency MSP. One is for choosing your political party. If you want to learn more about voting then re...
What They Don’t Tell You About the West Highland Way
The snow started to fall heavily as I made my way up the Devil’s Staircase, every step plunged my feet into further pain and my mind into questioning what I was doing, all whilst seemingly making no progress. Every year, thousands of people set out to walk the 96 miles of the West Highland Way, la...
Callander hotel throws open doors after £3million re-development project
Thackray House, which dates back to 1625, has undergone an extensive restoration, blending its rich heritage with a renewed focus on welcoming visitors, wedding parties and local residents.
Runners ready to head to start line once again for popular Stirlingshire race
The Balfron 10k is a regular part of the local calendar, allowing runners of all ages and abilities to sample some of the sights and sounds of the Stirlingshire countryside - and crack their personal bests.
Volunteer-led scheme aims to tackle speeding drivers in Dunblane in crackdown
The Community Speedwatch Scheme is a voluntary programme aimed at encouraging road users to reduce their speed, particularly in built-up areas - with the project involving police, council and community groups.
Scotland’s Highland Games – a Guide to the Annual Tradition
The iconic and traditional Scottish culture festival of the Highland Games is set to return this spring with events all across the country, where people will be guaranteed to find a local event somewhere nearby. Set to begin on the May 10 in Gourock, the 2026 season of the games will run through to ...
Stirling Uni pals celebrate cancer recovery with role at city's Race For Life
Professor Jayne Donaldson and Cathy Gallagher, both of whom are senior leaders at the university, will start off the runners at the race on Sunday after both battling with cancer.
Stirlingshire festival promoter welcomes BBC Party in Park date change
The promoter of the Port of Menteith-based festival praised "supportive" organisers for moving the Stirling event to September - but local business chiefs have raised fears over the switch.
New study links climate grief with calls for climate justice
Climate grief could hold the key to understanding calls for climate justice.
Police look to trace man after alleged Stirling assault
Police are looking to trace a man who may have been assaulted in Stirling.
Stirling woman ready for second chance after marathon 24-hour heart surgery
The 33-year-old was born with a congenital heart condition and picked up worsening symptoms during a tough pregnancy, with doctors recommending open heart surgery to fix the issue.