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Isla Glen

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📰 Stirling reporter at The Courier 📧 isla.glen@dcthomson.co.uk 🌝 Views are my own

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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 11/07/2025
Safebase volunteers keep locals safe by patrolling the streets of Stirling and working with the emergency services. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5283...
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'Why I choose to save lives in Stirling every Saturday night — for free'
Safebase volunteers keep locals safe by patrolling the streets of Stirling and working with the emergency services.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 13/05/2025
Active Stirling has apologised after a member of staff at The Peak told a mother she was not allowed to breastfeed. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5242...
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Sit-in protest after 'humiliated' mum told to stop breastfeeding at Stirling sports centre
Active Stirling has apologised after a member of staff told her husband she was not allowed to breastfeed.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 17/04/2025
Plans to replace the building with student flats are currently being considered by Stirling Council. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5223...
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Watch as derelict Stirling city centre pub is demolished
The Lower Bridge Street eyesore was razed by contractors on Wednesday.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 14/04/2025
A popular Danish furniture and homeware brand is set to open a store in the Thistles shopping centre in Stirling. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5221...
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Danish homeware brand Søstrene Grene to open Stirling shop
Australian jewellery chain Lovisa is also coming to the city soon.
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The Courier UK @thecourier.co.uk · 08/04/2025
Stirling pub claims new ‘monstrosity’ bin hub is driving customers away
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Stirling pub claims new ‘monstrosity’ bin hub is driving customers away
The landlady of the Cross Keys says the new bin makes the pub look "unclean". 
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The Courier UK @thecourier.co.uk · 29/03/2025
See what’s on the hangers as Stirling shop Calpa Menswear opens
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See what’s on the hangers as Stirling shop Calpa Menswear opens
The new boutique on Upper Craigs gave its first customers access to freebies, discounts and exclusives. 
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The Courier UK @thecourier.co.uk · 29/03/2025
Best pictures of Stirling 900th anniversary parade
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Best pictures of Stirling 900th anniversary parade
Crowds filmed as the procession passed through the city centre, over Stirling Bridge, and finished at Stirling Rugby Club. 
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Alex Watson @justthemedicine.bsky.social · 28/03/2025
Friday fun from @islaglen.bsky.social and me on @thecourier.co.uk With help from @unistirarchives.bsky.social, we followed Shearer’s Visitor’s Companion and Pictorial Guide to the sights of Stirling 1919 to find out how much the city has changed in 106 years www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyle...
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We followed a Stirling tourist guide from 1919 to see how the city has changed
The Courier's Stirling team travel back in time for a grand day out.
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Alex Watson @justthemedicine.bsky.social · 15/03/2025
New today from @islaglen.bsky.social 👇
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The Courier UK @thecourier.co.uk · 06/02/2025
Stirling Council gets another Labour leader despite SNP outrage
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Stirling Council gets another Labour leader despite SNP outrage
One SNP councillor called Gerry McGarvey's appointment "a democratic travesty, a farce, an absolute joke".
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Almost 100 roads were closed due to fallen trees and debris, while many buildings have been forced to shut their doors. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5170...
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Photos of Stirling buildings battered during Storm Eowyn as damage is assessed
Almost 100 roads were closed due to fallen trees and debris, while many buildings have been forced to shut their doors.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 28/01/2025
Claudia Stewart has owned Toast for 16 years, but fears it won't survive the Forthside masterplan project. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5168...
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Stirling's Toast cafe owner pleads to keep 'lifeline' Forthside road open
Claudia Stewart has owned Toast for 16 years, but fears it won't survive the Forthside masterplan project.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 24/01/2025
The SNP’s Bob Buchanan has won Bannockburn’s by-election and will become Stirling Council’s newest member. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/politics/...
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SNP's Bob Buchanan wins Bannockburn by-election
First Minister John Swinney congratulated Mr Buchanan.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
BREAKING: SNP claim victory in Bannockburn by-election. Story to follow.
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The Courier UK @thecourier.co.uk · 20/01/2025
Midland Bluebird bus fares to rise in Stirling and surrounding area
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Midland Bluebird bus fares to rise in Stirling and surrounding area
The operator's ticket prices will go up from Monday January 27.
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The Courier UK @thecourier.co.uk · 14/01/2025
Stirling Council charges that could rise this year including burials and bins
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Stirling Council charges that could rise this year including burials and bins
The local authority is currently seeking the views of residents on proposed cuts for the 2025-26 financial year.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 24/12/2024
From golf to harness racing and supermarkets to schools, some Stirling Council planning applications raised eyebrows during 2024. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5149...
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5 major Stirling Council planning decisions in 2024 including saved pub and Bannockburn trotting track
Some planning applications raised eyebrows during 2024.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Locals also spotted a helicopter in the area. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5150...
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Water rescue units called to 'police incident' in Stirling
Locals also spotted a helicopter in the area.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 19/12/2024
While Stirling may have temporarily lost two cherished clocks in recent history, there are plenty more to see. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyle...
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10 historic clocks to visit in and around Stirling
Stirling has temporarily lost two cherished clocks, but there are plenty more.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
A butcher shop damaged by fire in Kippen could become a holiday let if new plans are approved. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5147...
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Stirlingshire village's high street butcher could become holiday let
Skinner's Butchers on Main Street in Kippen was devastated by a fire in July 2022.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 18/12/2024
Why did NHS Forth Valley need special measures? What’s changed since it was moved to stage three? I've taken a closer look 👇 www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyle...
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Why NHS Forth Valley needed special measures - and what's changed since
Six of Scotland's 14 health boards - including NHS Forth Valley - are currently at Stage 3.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 15/12/2024
The kilt takes inspiration from TV series and video game The Witcher, as well as HBO programme Game of Thrones. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyle...
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Tartan kilt woven in Stirling for first time in 150 years
Believe it or not, inspiration came from The Witcher, as well as Game of Thrones.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 14/12/2024
How does Stirling Council plan to fund the near-£1 million restoration of the Christie Clock? I've explained the options 👇 www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5144...
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Where will £873k for Stirling's Christie Clock rebuild come from?
A decision on how to fund the restoration will be made in February.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
Stirling Council is looking to raise council tax and introduce a tourist tax. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5143...
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Council tax rise and new tourist tax both on the cards for Stirling
Council tax could rise by up to 12.5% next year.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 12/12/2024
BREAKING: Stirling’s Christie Clock will undergo a full reinstatement more than a year after its shock demolition, costing £873,000. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5143...
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Stirling's Christie Clock to be reinstated at cost of £873k
Four options were given for the future of the clock.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 06/12/2024
Willie Ferguson of the Scottish National Party has won the Stirling East by-election. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/politics/...
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SNP's Willie Ferguson wins Stirling East by-election
First Minister John Swinney said he was "delighted" for Willie Ferguson and the SNP.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
Willie Ferguson of the Scottish National Party has won the Stirling East by-election.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 05/12/2024
The Red Herring in Bridge of Allan has opened its doors. Take a look inside 👇 www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5139...
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First look inside new Bridge of Allan restaurant replacing Nick Nairn's
The Red Herring on Henderson Street will be serving up breakfast, brunch, lunch and evening meals.
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The Courier UK @thecourier.co.uk · 03/12/2024
Dogs play cupid for singles in new Stirling dating group
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Dogs play cupid for singles in new Stirling dating group
Love Unleashed hopes to bring together locals who are sick of dating apps.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
What did @justthemedicine.bsky.social and I think of An Dárna's five-course tasting menu?
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How was the 5-course tasting menu at An Dárna in Stirling?
Unusually, each diner gets three options for every course.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 02/12/2024
Stirling's Christmas shop owner has chosen five things to do locally to get into the festive spirit 🎅🎁 www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyle...
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Stirling Christmas shop owner's local guide to getting into the festive spirit
Tinsel and Tartan's Lyndsey McDermott shares her top things to do in and around Stirling in the run-up to December 25.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 29/11/2024
Every day is Christmas for Lyndsey McDermott, who runs Tinsel and Tartan in Stirling, but how does she spend the big day? Loved chatting to Lyndsey and writing this one!
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 28/11/2024
Although Uber does not have a licence for the Stirling area, users can still book a journey. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/business-...
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Does Uber work in Stirling? We tested the app to find out
Although Uber does not have a licence for Stirling, users can still book a journey.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 27/11/2024
Plans to transform a section of brownfield land in Stirling include a sports field with a maximum capacity of 10,000 visitors, a community hub, a bistro, accommodation, and a heritage centre. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5130...
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Stirling Highland Games boss says sports ground plan will bring area ‘back to life’
As well as hosting sporting events, Burgh Meadows would be a community space for locals to walk, eat and relax.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
A four-storey building housing 18 students could take the place of the Stirling city centre eyesore. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5132...
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Demolition and student flats proposed for derelict Stirling pub
A long-time city centre eyesore could be about to disappear.
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Alex Watson @justthemedicine.bsky.social · 26/11/2024
What happens when you let ChatGPT play tour guide? @islaglen.bsky.social found out for @thecourier.co.uk 👇 www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/lifestyle...
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I let AI plan a day out for me in Stirling on a £30 budget
ChatGPT chose lots of walks, lunch out, and a visit to the Wallace Monument.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 22/11/2024
Cinnabon is now open in Stirling 😋 www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/5130...
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Take a look at Stirling's new Cinnabon on its first day
The new American chain kiosk is located in the Thistles Centre.
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Isla Glen @islaglen.bsky.social · 20/11/2024
I asked Gartmore residents about their experiences of living alongside recent film productions, such as Brian Cox and Alan Cumming’s Glenrothan and Borges & Me. www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/entertain...
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How do Gartmore locals feel about the flurry of filming in their village?
Residents share their experiences of living alongside recent film productions.
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