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Frank Baker

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The Tenement Trail reminded me why Stirling struggles to live up to its city status

October 29, 2026October 29, 2026

I was reminded yesterday of what a city is. Apparently, Stirling is a city. However, it is not. I am reminded of the French expression: “the outfit doesn’t make the monk.” You…

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Andy Burnham
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Is Burnham’s EU pledge the real deal?

October 16, 2026October 19, 2026

Brig takes a look at Andy Burnham's EU pledge to discuss the meaning behind it and what it could mean for Scotland.…

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A sign indicating disruption on Keir Street, including the suspension of parking, for a 12 week period commencing October 5
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New cycle path part of project to improve Uni Active Travel options

October 8, 2026October 9, 2026

On Monday, work began on the most recent stage of Stirling’s active travel plan, linking Wallace High School with Bridge of Allan. Like earlier cycle lane construction projects in the city, costs…

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Features

Lessons on copper mining and purgative mineral water at Doors Open Days

September 28, 2026September 30, 2026

It might not surprise you to hear that Bridge of Allan is doing rather well at the moment. In stark contrast to the closed shopfronts of Stirling town centre, Henderson Street is…

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Free entry to plenty of heritage sites usually off limits to the public this weekend

September 24, 2026September 24, 2026

Historic buildings and heritage sites around Stirlingshire will be exceptionally open to the public this weekend. It’s all part of the Scottish Civic Trust’s national “Doors Open Days” and visitors won’t pay…

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Three’s a Crowd at University Challenge Auditions

December 2, 2025December 2, 2025

On November 26, the Union held try outs for students hoping to participate in next year’s University Challenge. But only three people turned up.…

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Union seeks student geniuses to try out for TV quiz show

November 23, 2025November 23, 2025

The Students’ Union is on the look out for clever Stirling students to partake in next year’s series of BBC quiz show, University Challenge. Bright sparks are invited to a try out…

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Sport

Point against Elgin moves Binos in the right direction

November 23, 2025November 23, 2025

Stirling showed signs of improvement as they drew 1-1 against Elgin on Saturday but were wasteful in the final third and could’ve taken all three points. The Binos made three changes from…

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English Teacher return to Glasgow

November 22, 2025November 23, 2025

Wednesday saw the return of 2024 Mercury Award winners ‘English Teacher’ to Glasgow’s Barrowlands. They returned to Glasgow having supported Franz Ferdinand at SWG3 over Summer. The indie rock band formed while…

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Teething troubles for Stirling light switch on but parade a success

November 19, 2025November 20, 2025

Stirling's light switch-on this year didn't quite go as planned, with several lights failing to turn on. Brig spoke to a student who attended the festivities.…

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