A WARNING has been issued to the Forth Valley about an extreme risk of wildfire over the coming days. A very high to extreme risk of wildfire is in place across Central, North-East and East Scotland until Saturday, April 17, the Scottish Fire and
As lockdown rules eased across England yesterday, people in Scotland could only look on with jealousy as beer gardens re-opened and pints were poured. Revellers south of the border lapped up the sun and enjoyed some alcoholic drinks for the first
A TILLICOULTRY woman and her dog are gearing up for this month's virtual Kiltwalk in aid of charity. Gillian Reid is assistant director of operations at Shelter Scotland and is raising money for the charity after seeing first-hand how tough the
PEOPLE will be able to travel anywhere in Scotland for outdoor socialising, exercise and recreation from this Friday. In an update, Nicola Sturgeon yesterday confirmed that the “stay local” order is to be lifted ahead of time this Friday, April
NICOLA Sturgeon has today announced an update on Scotland’s plans to move out of lockdown. Speaking during an unscheduled briefing in Edinburgh, the First Minister was able to confirm that the country was “firmly on track” for a substantial re-opening
A VITAL Hillfoots foodbank has continued to serve the community, despite shifting its base every month. Alva Development Trust has been moving its foodbank, stock and operations to the nearby Parklands Centre for a full week once a month while its
A MAN from Greater Manchester was caught driving while banned in Alloa. It was his second conviction for driving while disqualified. Darren Scott, 45, of Mather Street, Atherton, appeared for sentencing at Alloa Sheriff Court on Thursday, April
A COMMUNITY art project is helping to brighten up Clackmannan after going on display last week. A hard-working group of knitters have come together to create 12 colourful sheep to bring a bit of joy and fun while the coronavirus lockdown endures
