Falkirk Herald

23/02/2025

The court heard he had been subjected to a serious assault

Appearing at Falkirk Sheriff Court last Thursday, David Beattie, 45, had admitted threatening behaviour in Elim Drive, Shieldhill on March 4, 2023.

23/02/2025

Well done to Rachael and her team.

A local cafe which goes above and beyond for its customers has now had its just reward winning the Best Community Cafe title at this year’s Scottish Cafe and Bakery Awards.

23/02/2025

🔴 Rain accompanied by strong winds will make for very poor weather conditions today

The Met Office has said rain accompanied by strong winds will make for very poor weather conditions today, especially on roads.

23/02/2025

Check the fridge.

The cheese may be contaminated with listeria which can cause serious illness 🚨

23/02/2025

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22/02/2025

The Falkirk Herald's Sports Reporter Ben Kearney caught up with Dunfermline loanee Sam Fisher after Stenhousemuir's 2-0 home win over William Hill League One title rivals Arbroath. ⚔️

22/02/2025

The dog, which was without an owner ran off after the attack (via The Scotsman)

The child received facial injuries and required surgery

22/02/2025

"They were telling us there was nothing they could do - he wouldn't see Christmas": Dad-of-three who felt ‘tingles’ in arm dies eight days after deadly diagnosis 💔
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A father-of-three died just eight days after receiving a deadly brain tumour diagnosis - his devastated family have now spoken out about their “constant fight” for information.

22/02/2025

The court heard it was no surprise she had failed to turn up on the day

Laura Williamson, 31, failed to appear at Falkirk Sheriff Court last Thursday, having previously pleaded guilty to theft and assaulting two female members of staff at Spar, Main Street, Camelon on January 18.

22/02/2025

Well done to all those who donated.

Events organiser GC Live has announced it has raised an impressive £10,405 for Cash for Kids during its three major 2024 seasonal events.

22/02/2025

He punched her on the head and grabbed her neck during the assault

A couple married for 50 years are at the centre of a mystery which Falkirk Sheriff Court is demanding answers to.

22/02/2025

Well done to Callum.

A former Falkirk High School pupil’s ship has really come in after he earned himself the prestigious title of Apprentice of the Year at the Port of Grangemouth.

22/02/2025

An ambulance service spokeswoman said their thoughts were with all those affected (via The Scotsman)

Police are investigating the crash on Saturday morning.

22/02/2025

🧢 Falkirk boss John McGlynn on 'professional' Greenock Morton win and why Bairns had to sort out Friday form.

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John McGlynn highlighted the importance of putting pressure on Falkirk’s title rivals after his side chalked up a 2-0 away win at in-form Greenock Morton on Friday night.

22/02/2025

“We’re the ones who live with the industry, the smell, the noise, the pollution – so why are we not getting all of the benefits?”

A packed meeting of Grangemouth residents took their chance to ask tough questions of Falkirk council chiefs on Thursday evening.

22/02/2025

On various occasions he threw a coffee table, a Christmas tree, a sign and a pane of glass at nurses

A violent patient who carried out a number of attacks against nurses threw everything at them he was able to get his hands on from a sign to a coffee table, to a Christmas tree, to a broken pane of glass.

22/02/2025

Boo sniffs out offending items.

With the help of the sniffing powers of a dog called Boo, a cache of illegal vapes and to***co were discovered in a town centre store.

22/02/2025

The Michelin judges hugely rate this venue – and here’s why you should treat your mum this Mother’s Day.

Make Mother’s Day extra special, with dinner at Scotland’s hidden gem, which has just been awarded a prestigious third Michelin listing.