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'Smells like Teen Spirit' as SNP take Stirling East - and edge closer to control
Stirling Council
The SNP claimed the contest as they took their tally of members to 10 - with their newest member one of the youngest representatives in the UK.
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Police union back body-worn cameras as Stirling councillors given update
Stirling News
The move for officers to wear body-worn cameras has been backed by a leading police representative as Stirling councillors find out about the impact of the move on the city's streets.
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Observer Give a Gift Appeal more vital than ever to help make Christmas special
Stirling News
Our annual toy appeal is back for an incredible 17th year - with no let-up in the demand from charities and organisations eager to give those in need something on the big day.
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Stirling residents reassured as TV crews film controlled explosion for drama
Stirling News
The streets of Stirling will witness some explosive drama as crews film scenes for an upcoming TV projects - but residents are being urged not to worry.
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Bridge of Allan flood prevention scheme on pause amid council wrangle
Bridge of Allan
The £16million plan - designed to safeguard properties and roadway identified as at risk of flooding in the town - has been put on hold after Scottish ministers accused Stirling Council of failing to provide "sufficient information".
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BREAKING: Fire crews flock to scene of former Bridge of Allan hotel
Bridge of Allan
Eyewitnesses have reported a heavy emergency service presence in attendance at the empty former hotel in the town this evening.
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Robberies up and common assaults rocket, but rape crimes drop in Stirling
Stirling News
The data was revealed as part of a Police Scotland report to councillors in Stirling last week.
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Stirling Council launches 'targeted deep clean' of communities to improve living conditions
Stirling Council
Focused teams are carrying out a thorough removal of weeds, litter, dog fouling, dumped items, graffiti and vegetation over and above routine sweeping and litter picking programmes.
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Stirling Observer's Give a Gift appeal returns - and ready to help make it a special Christmas
Stirling News
It's the 17th year of the annual toy appeal which supports local charities and helps deliver gifts to those in need all over the region - with collection points in place all over Stirling.
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Stirling residents advised to share thoughts on new active travel infrastructure plans
Stirling Council
The consultation is now open for people to have their say on the proposed new active travel infrastructure in Stirling.
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Best pals take on gruelling Newcastle to Stirling bike ride for youngster battling rare condition
Stirling News
Craig MacLachlan and friend Jack McFadyen completed the route from the Angel of the North sculpture to King's Park on Sunday - with the monies helping the family of Eireann MacFarlane from Whins of Milton.
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Throsk playpark safety issues labelled "concerning" as council chiefs promise probe
Stirling Council
The issue of the playpark in Throsk was raised at a recent full Stirling Council meeting by a local councillor - with issues including protruding nails from rotten wooden boards.
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Fake taxi driver caged after abducting young woman outside nightclub before sickening attack
Sex crime
Mahmoud Kalawizada touched the 22-year-old woman's thigh, put his hand up her skirt, and demanded oral sex on a “traumatic” journey from Stirling to Clackmannanshire.
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Temporary shop ready to open in Bridge of Allan as locals await new supermarket
Stirling
The unit will keep shoppers in Bridge of Allan stocked up until a replacement Co-op is completed nearby.
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Bridge of Allan's £16m flood protection scheme yet to be approved by Scottish Government due to 'insufficient information'
Bridge of Allan
The Scottish Government have refused to grant planning permission for the scheme in Bridge of Allan due to a lack of detail in the council's request.
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Frightened Rabbit frontman Scott Hutchison to be celebrated with special event
Frightened Rabbit
The much-loved music and legacy of indie-rock band Frightened Rabbit and their late frontman, Scott Hutchison, will once again be celebrated in Stirling this year.
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Callander to get new £790,000 'digital business hub' as part of City Region Deal funding
Callander
The facility will be located in the same building as the Stirling Council-owned Callander Library, in the town's South Church Street.
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Stirling Council urged to halt 'tourist tax' plans until Scottish Government clarifies law
Stirling
The Federation of Small Businesses has called for Stirling Council to either drop its plans for a 5-per cent overnight accommodation charge or wait until the Scottish Government clarifies the law.
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Bridge of Allan resident accuses council of 'dereliction of duty' after tree crushes car during Storm Amy
Bridge of Allan
Scott Abercrombie's Mercedes was written off when the large tree came crashing down on his property in Henderson Street on Friday, October 3.
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Stirling's Cowane Centre set for revival as theatre group takes over historic site
Stirling
The Cowane Centre in Stirling was closed in February last year and was later placed on the market - it's now set to re-open after being taken over by Rubber Chicken Theatre.
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Shocking footage shows Scots taxi in near-miss with lorry after dangerous overtake
Stirling Council
The hair-raising footage shows the speeding Volvo get onto the right side of the road with just seconds to spare.
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Sustainable Loch Lomond bus service hailed a success after busy summer season
Loch Lomond
The Trossachs Explorer provided a sustainable travel option that helped reduce congestion in the National Park.
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A84 safety 'workshop' to be set up after string of crashes near Blair Drummond Safari Park
Blairdrummond
The motion was tabled by Trossachs and Teith ward councillor Martin Earl at a full meeting of Stirling Council on Thursday.
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Storm Amy brings fresh concerns for Scots town blighted by flooding woes
Aberfoyle
The village of Aberfoyle was once again flooded last week, with the community calling for "immediate action" to address the ongoing issue.
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