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Forth Valley Connectivity Commission report launch , left to right, Councillor Chris Kane (Stirling), Councillor Ellen Forson (Clackmannanshire), CouncillorCecil Meiklejohn (Falkirk), and commission chair Bob Duff. Pic: Conributed

Report calls for councils to work together

An artist's impression of one of the proposed transport interchanges. Image: Contributed

Need to look at transport and economy issues

Youngsters from St Patrick's Primary School are loving the chance to play on the Dunipace FC pitch. Pic: Mark Ferguson

Dunipace FC link up with schools

The pair were sentenced at the High Court in Edinburgh this week. Pic: File pic

Police reaction to murder bid sentencing

Last week it was announced Petroineos intend to cease operations at Grangemouth's oil refinery and instead transform it into a fuel import terminal. Pic: Michael Gille

Council in talks over Petroineos job losses

Smillie admitted the offence when he appeared at Stirling Sheriff Court. Pic: Contributed

Motorist hit cyclist and broke his back

Ineos carries out regular tests of its early warning system. Pic: Michael Gillen

Ineos alarm system testing

Shopmobility allows people to hire wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Pic: Michael Gillen

Shopmobility changes introduced

Grangemouth Golf Club is a step closer to transferring to community ownership. Pic: Contributed

Community ownership plan for golf club

Falkirk FC

Falkirk ace Coll Donaldson in action (Photo: Michael Gillen)

Falkirk's Coll Donaldson on the importance of clean sheets

Montrose v Falkirk (Photo: Ian Sneddon)

No 'silky soccer' on show as Falkirk play out bore draw at Montrose

25-11-2023. Picture Michael Gillen. FALKIRK. Falkirk Stadium. Falkirk FC v Formartine United FC. Season 2023 - 2024. The Scottish Gas Men's Scottish Cup 3rd round. Goal Falkirk, Ethan Ross 23.

'That is what I wanted' - Raith Rovers' Ethan Ross on Falkirk loan stay

Callumn Morrison netted twice as the Bairns stunned the travelling Terrors (Photo: Michael Gillen)

Falkirk's SPFL Trust Trophy semi-final set for Saturday night football

04-07-2023. Picture Michael Gillen. BONNYRIGG. New Dundas Park. Bonnyrigg Rose FC v Falkirk FC. Season 2023 - 2024. Pre-season friendly.

Scottish Cup fourth round draw: Falkirk handed away trip

Ethan Ross, far right, helping Ross MacIver, centre, celebrate scoring during Falkirk's 3-0 win at home to Formartine United in the Scottish Cup's third round on Saturday (Photo: Michael Gillen)

Midfielder Ethan ​Ross marks new loan deal by scoring first goal for Falkirk in ...

Brad Spencer has scored three goals in 17 league and cup appearances for Falkirk this season (Pic Michael Gillen)

John McGlynn reveals midfielder is injury doubt to face Formartine

Sport

Falkirk youngster Max during his training event with the Caledonian Gladiators' team (Photo: Submitted)

Falkirk Fury ace Max Philliban scores dream role coaching Gladiators' stars

Callum Hunter in action for Falkirk (Photo: Gordon Honeyman)

Rugby: Falkirk after a 'perfect' December as they chase National 2 title

Stenhousemuir boss Gary Naysmith says his side will continue to take one game at a time (Photo: Alan Murray)

Stenhousemuir 'need to pick up where they left off'

Vics pair Isabella Ogg and Emily Christie (Photo: Submitted)

Falkirk Victoria Harriers: Athletes impress at Dundee XC event

Leanne Ross (Glasgow City) with the Scottish Power Manager of the Year Award 2023. (Photo by Alex Todd/Sportpix/Sipa USA)

Stenhousemuir's Leanne Ross is named SWPL Coach of the Year

Falkirk Victoria Harriers ace Ray Taylor (right) earned a podium finish (Photo: Submitted)

Falkirk Victoria Harriers trio represent Team Scotland in Liverpool

Jack Shand was on top form for Falkirk Fury (Photo: Gary Smith)

Basketball round-up: Falkirk Fury men on top form across age groups

What's On

Pathologist Allan Gaw has just released his debut novel, The Silent House of Sleep, following the cases of Dr Jack Cuthbert (Picture: Submitted)

Falkirk pathologist turns his hand to crime fiction with debut novel

The annual Christmas light switch on event in Carronshore takes place on Friday, December 1. (Pic: Scott Louden)

Festive events planned for Carronshore start this weekend

Following the success of last year's Christmas event, Polmont Community Council are organising another celebration this year. (Pic: Scott Louden)

Polmont community set to enjoy a Holly Jolly Christmas with festive event

Lifestyle

James Bruce

Looking back with Ian Scott: James Bruce, the Abyssinian Traveller

Council leader Cecil Meiklejohn. Picture – supplied

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10 fun and interesting dog facts about adorable Labrador Retrievers

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Shopping

These are the best and spookiest costumes for children for Halloween 2023.

Cheap, scary Halloween costumes for kids - Wednesday and Marvel heroes

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Best sleeping bags for camping: multi-season and lightweight

Top cabin bags and suitcases that you can carry on to an airplane

Top cabin bags that you can carry on to an airplane

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Grand Theft Auto will soon be available to play on Netflix Games.

Grand Theft Auto to be released on Netflix Games

Take a look at the incredible wildlife images being considered for Wildlife Photgrapher of the Year People's Choice Award.

Images up for top gong in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year award

Clarkson's Farm has been renewed for a fourth season.

Amazon Prime Video confirm return of Jeremy Clarkson farm show

Former pop star presents the top 15 flashbacks in fashion

More than a fifth of adults have dozed off – while at their desk

The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan dies aged 65

The Pogues frontman Shane MacGowan dies aged 65

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