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Paul Jelfs and Gerard Gourlay

Alva composer partners up to create new music

LORDLY MANSION: The former Alva House pictured in a 20th century postcard

Plans for two houses at former Hillfoots estate agreed in principle

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CONCERNS: Friends of the Ochils believe further wind farms would lead to loss of attractiveness in the popular hills above Clacks - pictured is the existing Burnfoot Hill Wind Farm

Plan for 80m mast approved to collect data for proposed wind farm in Ochils

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The lands of Balquharn, between Alva and Menstrie. (Image: Valerie Forsyth)

A Walk in the Past: The story of Balquharn

ALERT: Residents are urged to take care with a flood alert in place - Image of flooding in Alva in 2020 when the community resilience group sprung into action for illustration

Flood alert issued for Wee County with heavy rain expected

The winning team from Alva Academy.

Alva Academy senior pupils heading to Hampden for enterprise finals

Walk on the Wildside: The sparkling lustre of a Wee County spring

The case was called at the High Court of Edinburgh.

Court Knife attacker jailed after savage assault on woman in Alva

The case was called at Alloa Sheriff Court

Court Glasgow man attempted to smuggle SIM card into Glenochil Prison

The case was called at Alloa Sheriff Court

Court Alva woman avoids jail after smashing friend's window

Smugglers had a roaring trade in illicit whisky in Alva. (Image: Valerie Forsyth)

A Walk in the Past: Smuggling anecdotes from Alva

ARRESTED: A man was arrested in connection with the incident.

Man arrested in connection with incident in Alva area

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The Crown has some exciting live performances planned.

Exciting line-up of live performances at The Crown in Alva

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CLEARED: Bollini's had received a complaint of undercooked food.

Bollini's Alva inspection finds no cause for concern

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RELEASED: Steven Reynolds has published his book aimed at helping Gen Z make decisions.

Alva lecturer releases self help book for young people

Collyland Crossroads was the scene of a tragic accident in 1930.

Walk in the Past: Tragic accident at Collyland Crossroads

AWARD: The ADT were one of only 20 Scottish recipients of the prestigious merit.

Alva Development Trust members receive King's Award

AXED: The Alva Social Group + will close later this month.

Dementia support group in Alva is axed amidst funding uncertainty

MBE: David Clifford has been recognised for charitable contributions to Clackmannanshire.

David Clifford MBE reflects on an incredible 20 years at Alva Academy

Lorraine Sanda (Photo: Clackmannanshire Council)

New Year Honours for inspirational teacher and council director

A view of Alva.

A Walkj in the Past Walk in the past: Yarn thefts at Alva

SCANDAL: Robert Thomson was sacked from his job at the Post Office and falsely accused of embezzlement. Pictures by Ben Montgomery Photography.

Exclusive Former Cambus postmaster details personal ordeal amid Horizon scandal

Funds from the event went towards Alva Food Larder and Alva Parish Church.

Quiz night raises over £500 for Alva Food Larder and Alva Parish Church

CHAMPS: The 2023 School Shield was won by Alloa Academy.

Alloa Academy retain School Shield at Clacks Badminton Champs

CHAMPION: Martyn Bacon won four awards at the carving championships.

Wee County Crafters' member earns range of awards at nationals

MERIT: The Alva DT will receive The King's Award.

Alva Development Trust to receive The King's Award

BOOST: The Cats Whiskers received funding from Pets Foundation.

The Cats Whiskers earn big funding boost from Pets at Home

The case was called at Alloa Sheriff Court.

Court 'Out of control' teenager smashed baseball bat over boy’s head

Proposal are being drawn up for a windfarm in the Ochils.

Public exhibition for Windburn Wind Farm to take place

FLOODS: Resilience teams across the Wee County worked to keep water out of people's homes.

Resilience teams take action against flood concerns in Clacks

GRANT: Pupils from Alva Academy successfully campaigned for funding for The Gate.

Clacks schools secure funding grant for Wee County charities

ELECTED: Thirteen new community councillors have taken up positions

New community councillors elected to serve across Clacks

REDISCOVERED: The Northern Brown Argus was believed to be extinct in the Stirlingshire area.

Locally-extinct butterfly rediscovered in Blairlogie

AWARENESS: Susan Currie has released her self discovery journal.

Alva yoga instructor releases self-discovery journal

WORLD'S BEST BEER: Amy Cockburn and Lisa Matthews are the driving force behind Schiehallion. Pictures provided by Harviestoun.

Harviestoun's Schiehallion lager voted best in Scotland

The case called at Alloa Sheriff Court

Alva driver banned again after crashing into roundabout

ACE COMPOSER: Alva's Paul Jelfs has seen one of his compositions picked up by Spitfire Audio

Alva composer hits right note with Spitfire Audio

The case called at Alloa Sheriff Court

Alva man threatened former partner

KIT: Hillfoots Community Club Juniors received the kit thanks to sponsorship from Springfield Properties

Hillfoots team on the lookout for players after landing kit sponsor boost

GAMES DAY: The Famous Alva Games returned for its 165th year, attracting thousands to come and watch. Picture by Scott Barron.

Thousands gather for 165th Famous Alva Games

CHAMPION: Ryan Stojanovic was part of the team that lifted the Bronze World Cup at the Juventus Soccer Academy. Pictures provided by Lee Stojanovic.

Alva youngster lifts bronze world cup in Italy

FOODBANK: Pet Pantry Alva was founded by Emma Osborne to help pet owners navigate the cost-of-living crisis. Picture by Lizzie Osborne.

Pet foodbank established in the Wee County

TOP AWARDS: David Clifford and Alva Academy received top accolades at the TES Awards last month. Pictures provided by TES.

Alva Academy earn TES Award for Singing Group project

Keith Brown: Summer recess is a time to witness our constituencies thriving

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TOXIC: Sightings of giant hogweed have been reported near Alva Academy. Picture from Pixabay

Clacks residents warned of toxic plant near Alva Academy

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INCLUSION: Alva Academy has received the award from NAS for its hard work in including autistic pupils - Pictures by Ben Montgomery

Alva Academy earns coveted Autism Inclusion Award

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CHALLENGE: Nearly 190 people took on the Nebit Challenge as Alloa Rotary Club brought people together to raise funds for good causes close to their hearts - Pictures by Ben Montgomery

Fundraising walkers tackle The Nebit Challenge as part of Men's Health Week

MAESTRO: Paul Jelfs has had his latest composition picked up by an American music label.

Alva composer picked up by American label

MILESTONE: Harviestoun Brewery is marking 40 years in business - Picture by Chris Watt

Harviestoun Brewery marks four decades of craft brewing

CALL OUT: Volunteers from Ochils Mountain Rescue Team assisted a casualty at Alva Glen as she was airlifted to hospital - Pictures courtesy of Ochils Mountain Rescue Team

Woman airlifted to hospital following 'significant fall' in Alva Glen area

KEEPING CLACKS TOGETHER: Volunteers were recognised for their efforts at CTSI's annual awards night - Pictures by Ben Montgomery

Volunteer award winners 'make Clackmannanshire a kinder place'

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CONCERNS: Friends of the Ochils believe further wind farms would lead to loss of attractiveness in the popular hills above Clacks - pictured is the existing Burnfoot Hill Wind Farm

Community group opposes new wind farm in the Ochils near Alva

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The 1908 Earthquake was a huge topic of conversation in Clacks for a few years

A Walk in the Past: The 1908 Earthquake that rocked Clacks

COUNTING THE COST: Disgruntled shopkeepers say trade has never returned since last year's roadworks with another weekend of road closures to come

Alva traders speak out with more road closures to come

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