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Blind cord design task for students after Menstrie toddler's death

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

STUDENTS could be tasked with finding a safer way to make blinds operate.

Clackmannanshire Council holds its third health fair in Alloa

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

PEOPLE in the Wee County have been invited to find out fun ways of improving their health and well-being.

Puppies dumped in Dollar bin and left to die

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

THREE newly-born puppies that were dumped in a rubbish-bin by the side of a busy road have died.

Operation Christmas Child appeal launched in Clackmannanshire

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

PEOPLE in the Wee County are being asked to help out those less fortunate than themselves for Christmas.

Economic improvements in Clackmannanshire

Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

CLACKMANNANSHIRE can boast one of the most improved economies in Scotland according to a new study.

A rare look behind the scenes during Doors Open Day

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 23:00:00 GMT

THE doors are to be flung open on some of the Stirling and the Wee County’s rarely viewed and grandest buildings.

Recycling rates rise in Stirling and Clacks

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

RECYCLING rates for both Stirling and Clackmannanshire have continued to improve, according to the latest figures.

Glass artwork for new Clackmannanshire health unit

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

ARTIST Elin Isaksson has been commissioned by NHS Forth Valley and Clackmannanshire Council to create a piece of public art for the Wee County’s new community healthcare centre’s grounds.

Lornshill Academy and Alva Primary get top marks from inspectors

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

SCHOOLS inspectors have praised Lornshill Academy and Alva Primary School and nursery class.

Boss tips Ross to be top chef

Tue, 25 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

TILLICOULTRY teenager Ross McMillan has all the ingredients to come a top chef according to his boss.

Man responsible for near drink death laughs at court

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

AN 11-YEAR-OLD boy had to be taken to hospital after drinking a full bottle of cider.

Ex-miner’s campaign to get onto pension scheme

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

FORMER Clackmannanshire District Council convener Graham Watt is standing as a candidate in the forthcoming election in a bid to become a trustee of the Mineworkers' Pension Scheme (MPS).

Sauchie cannabis grower appears at Stirling Sheriff Court

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A FAILED asylum seeker has admitted growing 249 cannabis plants at a house in Sauchie.

Talk more about sex

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

PARENTS in the Wee County who find it difficult to talk about sex and relationships with their children are to be helped by a new course.

Clackmannanshire social care services getting better

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

SOCIAL care services in Clackmannanshire are improving according to a report to councillors last week.

Helpers required for opening of Clacks health facility

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

WITH the opening of the Wee County’s new state of the art health facility just weeks away, volunteers are now being sought to help make sure things go smoothly.

Jeweller moves to new setting

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

JEWELLER in residence Claire Maxtone has completed her year-long residency with Clackmannanshire Council.

Pregnant bank girl is jailed for fraud

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

A BANK worker who stole £25,000 by setting up a fake account and loan was jailed for 18 months.

Cycle ride aids cancer charity

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

DETERMINED efforts in memory of a friend have helped ensure an~alternative cancer therapy will soon be available to even more people.

Clacks company marks ten years

Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:00:00 GMT

BUSINESS colleagues, friends and family gathered to celebrate 10 years of business for Clackmannanshire firm County Estates.