'Avoid area' warning as crews battle large-scale fire at Scottish factory AN “avoid the area” alert has been issued as firefighters tackle a large, well-developed blaze at a Scottish factory ... The National (Scotland) · Aug 25, 2025
SNP MSP to stand down ahead of Holyrood election after 'hit list' reports SNP MSP Evelyn Tweed has announced her intention to stand down ahead of the Holyrood election in 2026. The National (Scotland) · Feb 13, 2025
Stephen Flynn 'running boys' brigade in Westminster' after all-women 'hit list' claim STEPHEN Flynn has been accused of running a “boys’ brigade” in Westminster – after reportedly drawing up an all-woman "hit list"… The National (Scotland) · Feb 11, 2025
'Labour cannot be trusted' as tuition fees hiked in England, say SNP LABOUR “cannot be trusted” on their pledge to keep universities free in Scotland after tuition fees were hiked in England, the SNP have said ... The National (Scotland) · Nov 4, 2024
Six fire crews battle to put out five-mile Fintry blaze amid summer wildfire warning The blaze kicked off on Tuesday, with the smoke and flames spotted from miles away. Daily Record · Jun 8, 2023
Body of man (38) discovered after frantic search after pair got into difficulty in water A man has died after getting into difficulty in water near Killin at the weekend. Emergency services were called to Ben Lawers Dam, Lochan na Lairige, near Killin, at around 6.25pm on Friday after reports of two men in difficulty. One man was treat Daily Record · May 24, 2023
City centre bank to close this summer leaving customers with trip to Glasgow for nearest branch A Stirling city centre bank branch will close its doors this summer – meaning the next nearest branch for customers will be in Glasgow city centre. The Barclays’ branch in Murray Place is earmarked for closure on Friday, August 11, with banking boss Daily Record · May 16, 2023
Emergency alert system set to be launched on Sunday as Stirling MSP offers reminder of mobile message The system will be trialled as part of efforts to improve communication and save lives during emergencies. Daily Record · Apr 20, 2023
Stirling boiler house transformed into new training hub “We hope the Boilerhouse will become an integrated and well utilised resource in the community for the people we support, our partners and the people of Stirling.” Daily Record · Apr 7, 2023
Nicola Sturgeon praises young Stirling horserider in one of final acts as First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tells Millie Boo Smith she is proud of teenager's achievements. Daily Record · Mar 29, 2023
Staff left to work 'unpaid hours' in Forth Valley over concerns about impact of waiting times The issue was one of several brought up during Cathie Cowan's appearance in front of the Holyrood committee. Daily Record · Mar 23, 2023
Stirling MSP backs Health Secretary in SNP leadership race The MSP joined Mr Yousaf out on the campaign trail in Stirling. Daily Record · Mar 15, 2023
Crunch meeting held between MSP and bus supremo as state of Stirling services discussed The meeting was held on Wednesday afternoon amid continuing complaints over cancellations and breakdowns on the network. Daily Record · Feb 24, 2023
Spanish and African weather blamed for vegetable shortage at city supermarkets City supermarkets have been left struggling to fill their fresh fruit and veg shelves due to “difficult weather conditions” in southern Europe and Northern Africa. The city’s MSP, Evelyn Tweed, was contacted by constituents who raised concerns over Daily Record · Feb 23, 2023
Daily Record · Feb 15, 2023 Stirling residents urged to donate to relief effort to help those impacted by devastating Turkish earthquake Stirling’s MSP has urged local residents to support relief efforts in Turkey and Syria after last week’s devastating earthquakes left more than 37,000 dead and a further 95,000 injured. Evelyn Tweed is encouraging people to donate what the can to th
Daily Record · Feb 9, 2023 Family of tragic Doune teen meet with MSP to raise awareness over cardiomyopathy The family of a Doune teenager who tragically died of a rare heart condition have met with Stirling’s MSP. Evelyn Tweed MSP met with Morag and Gilbert Ferrier to discuss the debate on cardiomyopathy and hopes for the future. Earlier this year, Ms T
Daily Record · Jan 19, 2023 Family of tragic Doune teen who died of rare heart condition praised for fundraising efforts The family of a Doune teenager who tragically died of a rare heart condition have been praised at Scottish Parliament for their awareness raising and fundraising efforts. Callum Ferrier, described as fit and “sports-mad”, was aged just 16 when his d
The National (Scotland) · Dec 31, 2022 The nine most memorable Holyrood moments of 2022 While the UK Government was tearing itself apart, it may have felt like all the attention was on Westminster this year.
Daily Record · Dec 27, 2022 Investigation launched after 'concerning' Stirling bus blaze The bus - which reportedly had elderly and disabled passengers on board - went on fire on its route in Stirling on Friday morning.
Daily Record · Dec 1, 2022 Bus issues on the agenda as online summit and survey results highlight problems with service The issues has been a hot topic for bus users in recent years.
Daily Record · Nov 24, 2022 Stirling artist's cancer care sketches set to go on hospital exhibition The art and design teacher produced the sketches while being treated for ovarian cancer during the pandemic.
Daily Record · Oct 6, 2022 Stirling residents warned against setting indoor fires to beat energy bills crisis this winter Struggling Stirling residents are being urged not to resort to desperate measures – including using camping stoves and barbecues INDOORS – to keep soaring energy bills down this winter. MSP Evelyn Tweed has joined the Scottish Fire and Rescue Servic
Daily Record · Sep 20, 2022 Future of Ukrainian refugees in Stirling debated as six-month homes deadline looms The Homes for Ukraine scheme allows for locals to accommodate Ukrainian refugees for a minimum of six months.
Daily Record · Sep 8, 2022 Bus passengers hope for fresh start as new operators take over Stirling service The new contract is set to come into place from later this month.
Daily Record · Sep 6, 2022 Schools and bins disruption put on hold as unions secure revised public pay offer The disruption was set to impact primaries, nurseries, ASN settings and a number of Stirling secondaries - with bin collections also set for cancellations.