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In this issue

April 30, 2025

RESIDENTS NEXT TO HMP STIRLING FORCED TO MOVE AMID MENTAL HEALTH FEARS

MSP appeals to justice minister over ongoing issues

1 mins

Johnny will go the distance for Eilidh

Cycle will raise vital cash for respite home

3 mins

CARE film on bill

A powerful new documentary about social care is being screened today at the Macrobert Arts Centre today (Wednesday).

1 mins

Step back in time at castle's dancehall

Visitors to Stirling Castle this weekend will step back in time as Historic Environment Scotland (HES) hosts VE Day 80, an anniversary event at the iconic castle.

2 mins

Cafe and bakery plan for Dunblane

A new bakery and cafe looks set to be created in Dunblane.

1 mins

Police appeal for information after quad bike thefts

This innovative redevelopment of a disused building will enhance our business and accommodation offerings

1 mins

£3m transformation of Stirling landmark marks the beginning of bright new future

A once-vacant landmark building in the heart of Stirling has been brought back to life following a £3million transformation.

2 mins

Jail noise problem is 'affecting the mental health of neighbours'

Residents living near HMP Stirling have “given up” believing noise issues will be addressed, says a local MSP, with some even going as far as to sell their homes.

2 mins

New chains come to the Thistles mall

Two new stores are to open at Stirling's Thistles mall-including Australian jewellery retailer Lovisa and Danish lifestyle brand Sostrene Grene.

1 mins

Residents are selling homes beside prison

Residents living near HMP Stirling have “given up” believing noise issues will be addressed, says a local MSP, with some even going as far as to sell their homes.

1 mins

Face-to-face dementia clinics

Nationwide and Dementia UK's free face-to-face clinics are returning to branches in Scotland this February, including Stirling.

1 mins

Rugby star appointed honorary chieftain

Former Scotland Women's rugby internationalist Lyndsay O'Donnell has been appointed honorary chieftain of Stirling Highland Games for 2025.

1 mins

Central Library talk will deal with taboo subject of death

Breaking one of the last conversational taboos - death - is the purpose of an event at Stirling's Central Library next week.

1 mins

Stadium vandalised in graffiti incident

Offensive slur daubed in loo

1 mins

Art and nature festival theme

Stirling’s popular Off the Page book festival will make its return this May with art and nature key themes of this year’s packed programme.

2 mins

Historic city hotel celebrates new era

Stirling city centre's Golden Lion Hotel has new owners.

2 mins

I love you all to bits, but I really need you to stop trying to help

Paul opens up on MS and hanging on to his independence

4 mins

Scots deserve better from SNP

At a time when communities across Scotland are feeling the strain of stretched public services, rising costs, and increased demand, people have the right to expect that every penny of government spending is carefully managed and delivers real value.

2 mins

Bleak, forgettable and free of scares

Strong acting let down by story

1 mins

Big Birthday Tea gathers vital funds

Over 150 groups, schools and businesses celebrated the Strathcarron Hospice Big Birthday Tea last week with a range of events across Forth Valley, Kilsyth and Cumbernauld.

2 mins

Great start for Stirling pair on ice in Canada

It's been a perfect start for Stirling-based curlers Bruce Mouat and Jennifer Dodds as they fight for the twin goals of mixed doubles world curling gold and a spot at next year’s Winter Olympics.

1 mins