Spotlight: Stirling artist pays tribute to NHS after battle with cancer
By Rebecca Kerr An artist from Stirling who sketched ‘heroic’ NHS staff during her cancer battle has opened an exhibition in Dundee. Gillian McLaren, 35, spent her time in hospital drawing the nurses, doctors and porters who cared for her, following her devastating...
Explained: Stirling to become first augmented reality city in the world
By Molly Bishop Stirling is set to become the first of its kind, as it is given its augmented reality (AR) status. Part of the ‘Stirling XP’ plan, it aims to improve tourism and the visitor experience of Stirling. Visitors will be encouraged to download the Stirling...
What’s on in Stirling this Christmas?
By Molly Bishop It’s that special time of year again; the Christmas lights are up and the markets are open. Christmas is often centred around spending time with the people you love, and there are lots of various events and fun days outs in the Stirling area which you...
Why is Stirlingshire so important for red squirrel conservation?
By Isla Glen Scotland has a huge red squirrel population, with 75 per cent of the UK’s inhabitants, but its survival depends on the public. In the 19th century, grey squirrels from North America were introduced to Britain and they quickly became a threat to the native...
Tourist Hotspot or Total Nightmare: Can Stirling Castle bounce back after the pandemic?
By Rebecca Kerr The number of visitors to Stirling Castle has plummeted following the coronavirus pandemic and recent data suggests that the castle is struggling to recover its once booming business. Stirling Castle was hit with an 87% decrease in annual visitors...
Spotlight: Stirling student bares it all for testicular cancer campaign
By Rebecca Kerr When fourth year Business student James Falls isn’t playing rugby or smashing out assignments, you might spot him cruising Stirling in his technicolour car – with the boxers to match. “Why” you may ask? No, James isn’t just a massive hippie with a...
Spotlight: Stirling fitness instructor succeeds in her first UK bodybuilding competitions
By Isla Glen A Stirling fitness instructor has won fourth and fifth place in her first bodybuilding competitions after months of hard work. Natalia Wiktorowicz achieved fourth place in the Physical Culture Association’s (PCA) First Timers Competition and qualified for...
Which grocery Too Good To Go Bag is the best in Stirling?
By Isla Glen As the cost of living crisis looms the prospect of saving on your food shop is appealing. Stirling has a thriving Too Good To Go scene, with restaurants, supermarkets and cafes joining the fight against food waste. If you’re not familiar with the app, the...
Spotlight: Curling boss named Coach of the Year
By John Turnbull David Murdoch MBE has been recognised with a highly prestigious award by Sport Scotland. The Olympic Curling coach was named Scotland’s High-performance Coach of the Year at the 2022 Coaching, Officiating, and Volunteering awards night. He said: “I’m...
