Things that happened ...
July 27, 1910
Mary M'Dermid, outdoor worker, was charged with having, on 23rd July, at a lodging house in Pleasance, conducted herself in a disorderly manner.
The accused, in pleading guilty, said she had taken too much drink, but stated she was o
nly talking to herself. The Bailie dismissed the accused on condition that she left the town straightaway.
TWO labourers - James Smith and James Murray - of no fixed residence, appeared before Provost Mackay on Tuesday, charged with contravening the Trespass Act by unlawfully lodging in a bothy on the south side of the Carron Dock, belonging to the Caledonian Railway Company.
The objection to parties lodging in such a place was that property and clothing belonging to the workmen was usually deposited there.
On admitting the charge, they were each fined 2s 6d with the option of three days' imprisonment.
Copland and Lye's famous 'Caledonian" golfing skirt with useful patch pocket
July 27, 2000
PARENTS and children have been warned to beware of counterfeit Pokemon cards as the craze sweeps Falkirk.
Trading Standards officers at Falkirk Council are keeping a watchful eye on retailers after concern that some cards could be fake.
An investigation failed to turn up any dodgy goods, but locals have been warned to stay on their guard.
FALKIRK Herald telephones have been red–hot this week with reported sightings of the dreaded Japanese Knotweed.
The alien invader, which is so strong it can grow through concrete, push into homes and knock over gravestones, has been spotted growing in abundance between Dunipace and Langlees.
The weed is also growing in a Stenhousemuir park, which lies between McLachlan Street and Carronvale Road, as well as Sunnyside playing fields in Camelon.
RESIDENTS in Stenhousemuir are up in arms over proposals to sell off the Tryst Golf Course.
An action group has been formed to fight the plan to sell the 90–acre course and relocate to a new site.
In a deal worth £6.5 million, a consortium of housebuilders - Bett Homes and Stewart Home s- wants to purchase the prime location and provide a new course for golfers at nearby Kinnaird Park, Larbert.
Club members have already voted for a move to go ahead. But Tryst Action Group claims that local people are opposed to any plans which could see the open space developed for housing.
TYPEWRITER, electronic, excellent condition, £20.
July 28, 2005
Falkirk was brought a taste of Deutschland on Friday in the High Street. Visitors to the town got to sample many German delights, including traditional bratwurst sausages and beer.
Featuring traditional German dancers and a live brass band, the event was part of the twinning scheme between Falkirk and the region of Odenwald in Germany.
WE'RE on the up ... that's the message ringing out in Falkirk.
On the eve of Falkirk FC's first SPL clash, it is revealed the football club is not the only one enjoying improved fortunes.
Throughout the district there is good news with more people, more jobs, more houses and more visitors.
Average house prices in Falkirk
have risen to more than £115,000. Figures released by the ESPC show an increase of 22 per cent between April 1 and June 30, 2005, from £94,957 to £115,771.
Plans for the new acute hospital at Larbert are on target for the facility to open in late 2009, health chiefs announced this week.
Construction work is due to begin in around 18 months' time but NHS officials revealed detailed preparation work is currently going on behind the scenes.
Tartan sofa bed, good condition, £90
