Falkirk Herald - News Feed

Road works at Lathallan

Tue, 21 May 2013 14:07:16 GMT

The northbound M9 slip road at Junction 4 near Lathallan will be closed for two nights this week.

First Minister praises Camelon firm

Tue, 21 May 2013 13:30:04 GMT

Alex Salmond visited Alexander Dennis Limited in Camelon to launch a report on Scotland’s economic strengths and the case for independence today (Tuesday).

Body of man found in Grangemouth

Tue, 21 May 2013 11:08:32 GMT

The body of a 28-year-old man was discovered by police in Grangemouth on Sunday.

Tragic accident kills Falkirk worker

Tue, 21 May 2013 10:02:33 GMT

Police are appealing for information after a young Falkirk man was killed while working in the Highlands.

Falkirk shops open with new looks

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:19:08 GMT

Two Falkirk stores have a new look.

Residents want to keep Larbert bus route

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:15:16 GMT

Residents of a Larbert housing estate are worried that a bus service they rely upon could soon be withdrawn.

Concern over places at Braes school

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:12:13 GMT

Falkirk Council’s education department has been criticised amid claims that a new Braes primary school is bursting at the seams.

Falkirk downsize scheme ‘will work given time’

Thu, 16 May 2013 21:05:28 GMT

The councillor in charge of the plan to encourage tenants to downsize has defended the progress it has made so far.

Police investigate incident in Grangemouth’s Zetland Park

Thu, 16 May 2013 14:21:46 GMT

Police officers are investigating an alleged incident in a public park on Thursday.

Labour will select its next Falkirk candidate from an all-female list

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:28:18 GMT

The next candidate to contest the Falkirk seat for Labour at the General Election will be female.

Goal is a new 3G stadium in Denny

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:25:06 GMT

Ambitious plans have been unveiled which would transform a dilapidated football ground into a modern stadium fit for community use.

The battle for your referendum vote is stepping up

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:19:17 GMT

There may be more than 480 days before voters go to the polls, but Falkirk district has already become a referendum battleground.

Famous Alexander name celebrates a century of carrying the public

Thu, 16 May 2013 13:09:26 GMT

From bikes to buses, Walter Alexander was the Falkirk Bairn who got the district moving and laid the foundations for the area to become the home of Britain’s biggest bus builder.

Battle lines are drawn in Falkirk Council restructuring row

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:56:56 GMT

The stand-off over council restructuring shows no sign of abating, with both the SNP and Labour becoming more entrenched in their positions this week.

Stupid row saw pal die and my life in tatters

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:52:17 GMT

The man cleared of causing the death of his workmate has spoken of his “deep regret” at the row that led to the tragedy.

Apprentices hold the key to success

Thu, 16 May 2013 12:23:19 GMT

Employers across the district are being encouraged to think about the future and the potential boost to their businesses offered by apprentices.

Police hunt robbers who snatched over £10,000 in cash

Thu, 16 May 2013 09:34:42 GMT

A terrified woman was threatened and robbed just yards from a town centre police station.

David Baddiel and Dylan Moran to headline Funny in Falkirk

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:45:56 GMT

Comedy legends David Baddiel and Dylan Moran are among the big names who will perform at this year’s Funny in Falkirk festival.

Family fun day at Falkirk Stadium

Mon, 13 May 2013 13:16:17 GMT

Scores of youngsters were able to rub shoulders with their cartoon heroes at this month’s Family Fun Day at Falkirk Stadium.

Win a £10,000 kitchen from Homeworld

Thu, 09 May 2013 22:31:55 GMT

There’s a reason that the kitchen is seen as the beating heart and soul of the home; a warm and comfortable escape from the outside world.