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Sport Minister launches new sports concussion programme in West Lothian
The programme will be trialled through Active Schools during the current school year, initially starting in West Lothian at Deans Community High School and Winchburgh Academy with the aim to roll it out over the coming years across the Active Schools network which includes all 32 local authority are...
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A Night To Remember: Stirling Music Quest 2025
After a gruelling two months of searching, the Stirling Music Quest artist has come to an end. From the 27th of January to the 17th of February a tournament was held every Monday at theVenue to uncover the musical talents of local bands and artists, with the opportunity to win aprofessional recordin...
Land Reform Bill: Shifting Power to Communities
A historic move in Holyrood has gave a lot of hope within Scotland’s communities as members of parliament voting to pass the Land Reform bill. Re-introduced to the Scottish Government in March of 2024, land reform is one of the devolved powers from Westminister. Now, voting in favour of the bill ...
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Snow maps predict a wall of white to blanket Scotland early next week
Scots better get their hats and scarfs ready as next week is set to turn into a winter wonderland.
New administration, leader agreed for Stirling Council
At a special meeting on Monday, Stirling Council agreed a new administration and appointed Cllr Susan McGill as Council Leader. Cllr Elaine Watterson and Neil Benny resigned as Lord Provost and Depute Convener respectively at the start of the Nov. 10 meeting. Cllr Jim Thomson is the new Depute Leade...
When it comes to politics, distance doesn’t make everything better
In June, as I watched news coverage of Donald Trump’s birthday parade from my home in Northern Virginia, I thought I couldn’t wait to escape the MAGA madness and move to Stirling. Now, I wish I were closer. Fairfax County, in the U.S. state of Virginia, is a suburb only 32.3 kilometres away from...
Stirling city centre cafe toasting success after green light for alcohol sales
The Granary Cafe in King Street was awarded their alcohol licence at the recent meeting of the council's licensing board
Early support rolls in for annual Observer festive toy appeal as demand grows
More charities and good causes are getting in touch seeking help in helping make Christmas magical for those struggling to do so.
New partnership aims to tackle underage drinking in Dunblane and Bridge of Allan
The partnership is composed of members from Police Scotland, Stirling Council, Dunblane High, Wallace High, The University of Stirling, Scottish Fire and Rescue Service and the local community.
Go-ahead given for Stirling Premier Inn expansion plans
It's a huge boost for the Stirling city centre hotel, with the three-storey building now set to boast an extra 35 bedrooms as a result of the change.
Social Media Stars Are Changing Celebrity Reality Competitions
With so many celebrity reality competitions airing just now we look at the rise in social media stars taking part. The post Social Media Stars Are Changing Celebrity Reality Competitions appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Stirling University Launches Clinical Trial To Tackle Benzodiazepine Drug-Deaths
The University’s Centre for Healthcare and Community Research’s work will be aimed at reducing deaths among users of the sedative Benzodiazepine who suffer from opioid dependency. The first-of-its-kind study will assess whether a stable dosage of diazepam can reduce deaths and harmful drug use a...
Campaigners left "in limbo" over plans to revive former Stirling-Dumbarton route
An MSP has called on Transport Scotland to speed up in support of plans for a path between Stirling and Gargunnock - which would form the first stage of the 'King's Highway' project.
Stirling office staff set for one-day walkout over pay deal dispute
The staff, who work for the finance sector outsourcing firm Diligenta based at Kildean, will walk next week over what a union says is the company's failure to offer a "decent pay deal".
Special meeting planned over Bridge of Allan land mystery following tree trouble
The patch of land between Henderson Street and Well Road is currently registered as 'unclaimed' - with residents calling for Stirling Council to take responsibility over fallen trees which have caused disruption.
Unraveling the issues with ‘The Game of Wool Britians Best Knitter’
The Game of Wool, Britain's Best Knitter on Channel 4, has sparked controversy in the knitting community. Showing a lack of care for the traditions and people who do the craft, Tom Daley and the producers indeed dropped a couple of stitches within this otherwise enjoyable show. The post Unraveling t...
Stirling Albion 2, Peterhead 1: no cup pain in the rain as Binos notch confident win
The home side had come into the contest under a small risk of not qualifying for the knockout rounds of the KDM Evolution Trophy - but they never looked in danger against their League One opposition.
Stirling's retailers to be taught how to use 'powerful' new tool to fight crime
The retail crime intelligence briefing will be held on Tuesday (November 18) to give businesses the information on local crime trends.
SNP seize control of Stirling Council as opponents savage power-sharing deal
The new leader of Stirling Council has promised to tackle issues including anti-social behaviour and housing - but the Labour opposition have branded it the "worst start to any political administration in council history".
McKenna Wins Team Silver as Stirling Duo Impress at World Championships
Two University of Stirling student-athletes have returned from the Trampoline Gymnastics World Championships in Pamplona with valuable experience – and a silver medal – after strong performances for Great Britain. Molly McKenna and Ethan Cunningham, both specialists in Double Mini Trampoline (DM...