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Around 400 jobs could be lost if Alexander Dennis close plants at Camelon and Larbert. Pic: Michael Gillen

Opinion: We must be prepared to take some risks over ADL

Buchanan was jailed at Airdrie Sheriff Court. Pic: National World

Former Airth man jailed and banned from contact with children for 20 years

Boan D’Arc will be sentenced at a later date. Pic: Contributed

Man found guilty of death of brother in Forth Valley property

The organisers of Airth Highland Games have requested an occasional large event licence. Pic: Mark Ferguson

Alcohol licences wanted for three outdoor events in Falkirk area

Participants in the 10k event get warmed up with the backdrop of Callendar House.

In pictures: Hundreds Race for Life in Falkirk (part one)

John and Caroline Stewart celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on June 21. Pic: Michael Gillen

Diamond days for Caroline and John Stewart of Camelon

Adams appeared at Falkirk Sheriff Court (Picture: Michael Gillen, National World)

Stroke victim, 68, bursts into Bo'ness shop with baseball bat to collect a debt

ChatGPT could be changing the way we speak

The words you have probably only started using because of ChatGPT

Aha! A new Alan Partridge series lands on Monday - and you can stream it for free

Alan Partridge is back - full details of his new series, on next week

Traffic and Travel

Part of the eastbound carriageway of the M876 will be closed for resurfacing. Pic: Contributed

Motorists warned for five nights of closure on M876 near Larbert

Police will be stopping and checking vehicles on the busy road (Picture: Submitted)

Police out in force carrying vehicle checks on busy Forth Valley road

Crime

Findlay appeared at Falkirk Sheriff Court (Picture: Michael Gillen, National World)

No joke: Denny sex offender sent sexual remark voicemail to 'vulnerable' person

Marshall appeared at Falkirk Sheriff Court (Picture: Michael Gillen, National World)

Larbert mum, 83, suffers chest pains after son loses the plot with her

The Beatties appeared at Falkirk Sheriff Court (Picture: Michael Gillen, National World)

Beattie brothers' Braes crime spree sees man bashed with Buckie bottle

Rutherford appeared at Falkirk Sheriff Court (Picture: Michael Gillen, National World)

Redding ex Royal Marine used axe on locked shed door to collect belongings

Police officers noticed Reid driving the vehicle in Bonnybridge (Picture: Submitted)

Bonnybridge hobbyist fined for driving latest 'project' without a licence

Burns appeared at Falkirk Sheriff Court (Picture: Michael Gillen, National World)

Thug leaves partner limping following Falkirk domestic offence

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People enjoy the weather on the beach on the hottest day of the year. Credit: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire

Met Office forecasts sweltering end to June

British nationals boarded a Royal Air Force plane out of Israel

British nationals board RAF plane in emergency evacuations of Iran

Apartments in Manchester city centre were evacuated on Monday evening after a major fire broke out at the disused Hotspur Press building, a 19th-century former mill located near Oxford Road railway station.

Historic building catches fire

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This viral Skims-inspired bodysuit has over 31k reviews on Amazon

The results were released by Virgin Money

UK spending trends revealed - with £1.8 BILLION on non-essentials

Some of the best TV shows of 2025

The best TV shows of 2025 so far according to Rotten Tomatoes

The Renters' Rights Bill includes new measures to help tenants with both children and pets

Your rights as a renter and the big changes being made

People

The crowd gathers at Linlithgow Bridge for the speeches on Marches day.

In pictures: Linlithgow Marches 2025 events at Linlithgow Bridge and Blackness

Jimmy and Isobel Turnbull who celebrated their diamond wedding on June 12. Pic: Michael Gillen

Isobel and Jimmy Turnbull celebrate 60 years of marriage

Pupils, staff and guests with the McCowan's Highland Toffee banner.

Generous donation sees piece of McCowan's Highland Toffee history return to Larb...

Meet 2025 Queen Fearne White with her retinue.

Grangemouth Children's Day 2025 in 60 colourful pictures

The Princess Royal arrives at Strathcarron for her annual visit.

Princess Royal's visit to Strathcarron Hospice in 16 pictures

On warm days the fun at the Brown Street home can take place outside.

Camelon nursery youngsters spend time with Kinnaird Manor residents

Cost of Living

Young people across the UK have a lot of big worries on their plates

5 of the biggest concerns for children in 2025

Brits feel some aspects of their own life are ‘out of control’ – from family life to work and finances.

Brits want control in life as over 'half' feel overwhelmed

Abby McNicol was one of the four lucky winners who won the SPAR Frozen Fortune £10k prize

Ad Feature These four lucky shoppers scooped £10,000 from their local SPAR

Gareth used a company’s online quote service to see if he could save some money

How I saved £140 a month on bills during ‘Awful April’

Education

Parents of pupils at Stenhousemuir Primary are concerned about the public right of way and dog fouling on the school grounds. Pic: Michael Gillen

Parents want end to public right of way through primary school grounds

St Francis Primary's reading ambassadors are proud that their school has picked up a gold award. Pic: Michael Gillen

Read all about St Francis Xavier PS picking up a gold award

These UK universities rated especially well for student satisfaction in to the Complete University Guide's league table

The 17 universities where students are the happiest - new 2026 guide

Business

A number of local businesses are finalists at the Scottish Salon Awards 2025.

The 17 Falkirk area businesses in the finals of The Scottish Salon Awards 2025

Learners Calvin Stewart, Michael Johnstone and Niall Gibb on top of a wind turbine during the WTT pilot

Oil and gas to wind cross-skill pilot success in Grangemouth

Falkirk Ceiling2Floor team members, left to right, Gareth Brown (sales assistant / driver), Connor Robb (assistant manager) and Scott Muir (manager).

Ceiling2Floor becomes employee-owned as company looks to expand

Health

Mosquito bites can become itchy but it's important not to scratch them.

How to treat a mosquito bite and advice on how to stop getting bitten

Ian and Jean Pettigrew. Pic: Contributed

MND Awareness Day: Ian urges people to make the most of every day

Should you be worried about rabies when on holiday?

How to avoid rabies and what to do if you're exposed on holiday

New FVRH frailty unit team, left to right: Pamela Scott, lead nurse; Lindsey McKay, frailty team lead; Debbie Arnott, frailty nurse; and Nicola Green, senior charge nurse. Pic: Contributed

New unit at FVRH is 'major step forward' in dealing with frailty

Health experts want you to stop making these common hygiene mistakes this festival season.

The common hygiene mistakes you shouldn't make this festival season

These are the rules for bringing your prescription medication to Glastonbury.

Rules on bringing your prescription medication to Glastonbury

Politics

Tour of new £500m Amazon fulfilment centre on outskirts of Leeds. Workers pictured in the factory. Picture taken by Yorkshire Post Photographer Simon Hulme

Amazon announces £40bn UK investment including thousands of jobs

Denny Town House is to be sold by Falkirk Council. Pic: Contributed

Denny's historic Town House to be sold for flats - but is now listed building

The people of Grangemouth are fed up with consultations and want action over the future of their town. Pic: Contributed

Falkirk Council told to 'stop talking and start acting' by Grangemouth community

Opinion

The Government plans to withdraw Strategic Priorities Grant funding from journalism, media studies and publishing courses this year

Why the Government needs to 'save quality journalism education' Amber Allott

MP Brian Leishman says ADL workers have been let down. Pic: Michael Gillen

'Yet another blow to honest, hardworking people'

Sam Henderson wants improved rights for trans people. Pic: Contributed

'Don't make the world an even harder place for trans people like Sam' says MP

Shopping

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The best summer work dresses to help keep you cool from River Island, New Look and Monsoon

Summer work dresses to help keep you cool

EcoFlow's new Glacier Classic is a fully-functional fridge freezer you can use anywhere

EcoFlow Glacier Classic: portable fridge reviewed

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