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Temporary shop ready to open in Bridge of Allan as locals await new supermarket
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'
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.
Frightened Rabbit frontman Scott Hutchison to be celebrated with special event
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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‘Interesting Things’: Stirling’s freakiest all-day gig you didn’t know about ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
'Interesting Things' at Stirling Tolbooth celebrates all types of avant garde, off-kilter and leftfield music. The post ‘Interesting Things’: Stirling’s freakiest all-day gig you didn’t know about ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Movies to Musicals renditition of ‘Grease’
Just as those “Summer days were drifting away”, the MacRobert Arts Centre knew exactly what Stirling needed. On October 10, Movies to Musicals rendition of ‘Grease‘ transported the audience straight back to when everyone was born to hand jive. The highly anticipated sing along and dress-up g...
Police issue appeal to trace missing man in Forth Valley
Darren Crossley, 51, was last seen at around 1.20pm on Wednesday, October 15, in the Stirling Road area. He has links to Stirling and across Forth Valley.
France has another prime minister. What’s happening?
With Keir Starmer facing his own political crises, you’d be forgiven for not noticing that France’s prime minister resigned last week. You’d be forgiven for not noticing that this week, that same man is again prime minister. Money, what to spend it on and, most importantly, how to spend less o...
Stirling councillor claims residents left to pay hundreds over rat infestations
A full council meeting heard concerns from several householders about rats and the impact of a £200 council charge on levels of reporting on the issue.
Stirling boss reflects on "respectable" opening quarter as festive fixtures loom
The Binos manager admitted his side's total from the opening nine league games was a "little shy" of their target after Stirling recorded a comfortable win in their bid for KDM Evolution Trophy qualification.
A Guide to Rory Gilmore’s Reading List in Preparation for Autumn
Do you want to up your reading game this Autumn? I have narrowed down Rory Gilmore’s substantial reading list into 5 of the novels I find most fascinating. Getting into the Autumnal spirit is simple when you watch re-runs of Gilmore Girls. The colours, the music and the small-town-feel are essenti...
The Stirling town named 'Scotland's friendliest' with autumn walks and cosy inn
"Perfect for a weekend away"
Stirling Uni Student saves life with first aid
A University of Stirling student saved a stranger who collapsed and cracked their head open in Stirling’s city centre. On the evening of Monday, October 11, Mikey Taylor, a 27-year-old Sports Coaching student, was waiting for the Unilink bus on Union Street when another man at the bus stop passed ...
Scots city to host Halloween bash with creepy crafts and spooky performances
A popular Shopping Centre is set for a spooky Halloween week packed with free family fun and eerie entertainment.
Callander to get new £790,000 'digital business hub' as part of City Region Deal funding
The facility will be located in the same building as the Stirling Council-owned Callander Library, in the town's South Church Street.
Support offered after student found dead in University of Stirling accommodation
The University of Stirling is providing support to students and staff after the death of a student in university accommodation. The post Support offered after student found dead in University of Stirling accommodation appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Finn Wolfhard Rocks Glasgow’s King Tuts: The Objection! Tour Concert Review ★★★★☆
Finn Wolfhard played his debut Scottish gig at Glasgow's King Tut's this week - here's what Brig made of it. Are you a Finn Wolfhard fan? The post Finn Wolfhard Rocks Glasgow’s King Tuts: The Objection! Tour Concert Review ★★★★☆ appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Stirling Council urged to halt 'tourist tax' plans until Scottish Government clarifies law
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.
How Halloween Changed an Occult Celebration into Mass Over Consumerism
The modern interpretation of Halloween has increased waste and personal spending, straying from the traditions that influenced it. Brig explores how the modern holiday has strayed from its Celtic roots. The post How Halloween Changed an Occult Celebration into Mass Over Consumerism appeared first on...
True Crime Tuesdays: Ed Gein The Butcher of Plainfield
True Crime Tuesdays return with another chilling case. Explore the Ed Gein true crime case and uncover the horrors that inspired Psycho and The Texas Chainsaw Massacre. Be warned: it isn't pretty. The post True Crime Tuesdays: Ed Gein The Butcher of Plainfield appeared first on Brig Newspaper....
Peacemaker Season 2 Review: They’re Gonna Eat You Alive ★★★★★
Hot off the heels of Superman earlier this year, James Gunn and Co. have successfully delivered another astonishing adventure into the newly constructed DCU with Peacemaker season two. Have you watched Peacemaker yet? The post Peacemaker Season 2 Review: They’re Gonna Eat You Alive ★★★★★...