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First Minister opens Clackmannanshire Bridge

FIRST MINISTER Alex Salmond has officially opened the new Clackmannanshire Bridge over the River Forth.

Published: Wednesday, 19th November, 2008 12:31

Jobs lost as builder goes bust

AN ALLOA-BASED building firm has gone into administration – with 40 staff losing their jobs. MCA Homes, established in 1997, has effectively been shut down, with only a small number of staff being retained to assist with the wind-down process.

Published: Wednesday, 19th November, 2008 12:30

Car crash victim's mum backs campaign

AN ALVA mum is urging drivers to take on the road safety message after her daughter was involved in a crash that changed her life forever. Pauline Howie is backing Central Scotland Police’s Winter Safe Journey’s road safety campaign which was launched on Thursday.

Published: Wednesday, 19th November, 2008 12:30

Argylls in homecoming parade in Alloa

A HOMECOMING parade through the streets of Alloa will give the people of Clackmannanshire the chance to welcome the safe return of hundreds of local soldiers.

Published: Wednesday, 19th November, 2008 12:30

MP continues fight for opt-out donor system

OCHIL MP Gordon Banks is vowing to continue campaigning for an opt-out organ donation system despite a recommendation not to move to presumed consent.

Published: Wednesday, 19th November, 2008 12:30

A little kindness goes a long way in Bali

SHONA and Russell Fleming have spent some wonderful holidays on the beautiful island of Bali enjoying the beautiful scenery, deserted beaches and meeting the friendly, humble people. By way of a thank you, the Tullibody couple decided to give something back to the Balinese during their latest trip to the tiny island in the Indian Ocean.

Published: Wednesday, 19th November, 2008 12:30

Bridge walkers raise a staggering £60,000

A STAGGERING £60,000 was raised for Strathcarron Hospice by the people who seized the chance to be among the first to walk across the new Clackmannanshire Bridge on Sunday.

Published: Wednesday, 19th November, 2008 12:30

Switch on to winter festival

A FUN-FILLED festive programme has been lined up for residents and visitors to the Wee County. It all kicks off with Alloa’s Christmas Lights Switch On, which takes place on Saturday 29 November.

Published: Wednesday, 19th November, 2008 12:30

Clackmannanshire contributes to Children in Need

CLACKMANNANSHIRE was busy raising thousands of pounds for Pudsey Bear and Children in Need on Friday.

Published: Wednesday, 19th November, 2008 12:30

Fury as lollipop patrols are cut

A BID to save £20,000 could end up costing lives according to those opposing the decision to axe 13 of the county’s lollipop men and ladies. Parents and politicians have criticised the decision taken during Thursday’s highly charged meeting of Clackmannanshire Council to cut the number of crossing patrols in the county.

Published: Wednesday, 12th November, 2008 12:30

Politicians clash over crossing patrol cuts

THE decision to cut crossing patrols in Clackmannanshire has polarised the opinions of local politicians. Opposition councillors are calling for a public meeting on the subject, whilst those backing the move claim it is not the responsibility of the council to ensure children get to school safely – and the decision had previously been agreed by all sides.

Published: Wednesday, 12th November, 2008 12:30

Man found dead in Tillicoultry home

A POLICE investigation has been launched after a man’s body was discovered in a house in Tillicoultry. Residents of Dorothy Terrace were shocked at the sudden death of Donald McKay last Tuesday.

Published: Wednesday, 12th November, 2008 12:30