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10 farms in Scotland you can pick your own pumpkins this Halloween season
As autumn nears, farms across Scotland are turning their fields into pumpkin patches, with many also adding family activities, trails, and farm shops for a festive day out.

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Stirling Students Go Free At Bloody Scotland
Do you love crime, or rather crime stories? Perhaps you are studying criminology, English or are a faithful member of the true crime society. In that case, you’ll want to know that students of the University of Stirling can get free tickets to selected events at this year’s Bloody Scotland –...

Scots couple charged in £200k embezzlement case over cancer fundraiser for young boy
Scots couple in court over fundraiser for cancer-stricken boy backed by Simon Cowell.

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Campaigners launch petition calling for 'action now' on 'dangerous' A84 near Blair Drummond Safari Park
The Blair Drummond Safety Campaign has launched an online petition calling for Transport Scotland to "act now" to make the stretch past the safari park safer.


Rapist Tinder swindler who stole £214k from victims exposed in new Amazon documentary
Christopher Harkins was convicted of 19 offences committed between 2013 and 2019, including rape, assault, threatening and abusive behaviour.


New homes proposed for Aberfoyle as developers unveil social housing plans
The proposals from Rural Stirling Housing Association have seen an application made the National Park Authority - with 20 new homes mooted.


Charity fund set up in memory of former Scotland rugby star crosses £60k mark
The fund - which supports Glasgow Children's Hospital - was set up following the passing of Callander rugby player Siobhan Cattigan in 2021.

UK Deputy PM Angela Rayner resigns
Angela Rayner stepped down from the Government on Friday (September 5) following her admission that she underpaid stamp duty by £40,000. The post UK Deputy PM Angela Rayner resigns appeared first on Brig Newspaper....

Talented dogs help officers secure £20,000 illegal cigarette haul in Stirling
The two specialist dogs helped Trading Standards and police on their visits to premises across the region - where they uncovered more than 43,000 illegal cigarettes, as well as 1,000 single use vapes.


Stirling striker hails impact of deadly duo as two striker move prompts win
The forward netted the winning goal against Stranraer as he formed a new partnership in a tactical tweak.


Police issue appeal after motor torched on street near Bridge of Allan train station
The vehicle was found on fire, parked close to Bridge of Allan train station car park last month.


Frustrated parents ask if a 'child needs to die' before action is taken at A84 accident blackspot
The A84 has been the scene of five accidents in less than a month this summer - with parents and pupils at Kincardine in Menteith Primary School now calling for urgent action to make the route safer.


Transport Secretary to meet campaigners over A84 Blair Drummond safety fears
Concerns about the stretch have been raised by concerned residents, parents and schoolchildren, local politicians and businesses, including bosses from the safari park.

My Student Journey with ADHD Medication 4 – Too Tired to be Productive, Too Guilty to Rest
Feeling guilty for not being productive is nothing new for anyone with ADHD; it’s a feeling we are all far too familiar with. But now it feels different because I'm not reaching out to a seemingly impossible goal; I'm failing to do something within my reach. I still get a lot of stuff done, but ...

Comedian Susie McCabe to bring new show to Stirling as part of 2026 tour
The Glasgow comic will hit the road next April and May following her successful run at this year's Edinburgh Fringe.

Stirling Business Awards 2026: Nominations now open
Nominations for the 2026 Stirling Business Awards are now open. Celebrate Stirling’s city centre businesses, from retailers to hospitality. Submit entries by 24 October.

Stirling streamer prepares for 24 hour jigsaw build for mental health cause
Vicky Clifford will be sharing some of her attempt to put together a 5,000 piece puzzle in a single day on her YouTube channel and her almost 30,000 subscribers.

Residents urged to have their say on Stirling visitor levy
Stirling Council seeks views on proposed 5 per cent visitor levy for paid accommodation. Have your say via online survey or drop-in sessions before 12 October 2025.
Dobbies Garden Centre launches new charity bulb collection for Alzheimer's research
Dobbies launches a sensory garden bulb collection in Stirling to support Alzheimer’s Research UK, raising funds for dementia research. £5 from every sale donated.

Scottish town with scenic walks and 'brilliant Sunday roast' perfect for autumn day out
The ideal place to head to celebrate the start of the new season.
