The new Lumo route between Stirling and the capital city has been officially opened for passengers today after a launch service last week.

A teenage referee has quit football after allegedly being subjected to foul-mouthed abuse from young players and adults during an under-12s match, sparking an investigation by youth football chiefs.

One visitor described it as "absolutely perfect".

The ongoing sewer and sinkhole repair work - set to last until the end of June - has necessitated drivers to travel over the level crossing in Cornton, which was closed during the accident.

The squad are attempting to break the long-standing 1993 all-282 Munro relay record of 11 days, 20 hours and 16 minutes - with the gruelling 24/7 challenge set to end on Sunday evening.

Married father David Devine set up the meeting with the child after spending days grooming her online and sending her a naked penis photograph.

Rachel Kerr's relative Peter has disputed claims she has been found following her disappearance in Morocco.

A seven-strong family and friends team raised more than £10,000 for a children's hospital at the Kiltwalk over the weekend in memory of football-mad Lauchlan Thomson.

Rachel Kerr, 31, from Dunblane was last seen leaving a nightclub in Agadir, Morocco, at around 5am on April 25

Rachel Kerr, from Dunblane, has not been heard from since checking out of her hotel in Agadir, Morocco, on April 25.

The Allan Water was pictured with the white residue on Tuesday morning - with SEPA and Scottish Water officials carrying out investigations before the river cleared.

The Observer has taken a glance over some of the rumoured faces that could be appearing in the Forthbank hotseat as the League Two season continues to wind down for the Binos.

Louisa has been inspired to run the marathon due to the influence of her friend Lisa Dobbin, who was diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis 16 years ago while staying abroad.

Volunteers with organisations based all over Stirling have been put forward for recognition at the awards.

The eight-week long delay on Cornton Road for emergency works on a "void" in the road has caused disruption - as planned works on a nearby level crossing are postponed amid local concerns.

Tributes read: “Forever in our hears and minds and you are missed every single day.”

John Pritchard was an ambulance technician in Crieff when he was called to a report of a shooting in a primary school on March 13, 1996.

The tragedy of Charlotte Dunn, who moved to Dunblane from the West Midlands, had a profound effect on many, including Record man Mark McGivern.

“This is why it’s important we talk about Dunblane, we cannot let people forget.”

“The contrast of how I felt about the arrival of my son in comparison to the devastation that was felt by people I knew who had lost their children, was a contrast that I’ll just never, ever forget.”

"Every parent, every child, and every Scot owes the families of Dunblane profound gratitude."

The children and teacher who died 30 years ago on March, 13, 1996 have been remembered.

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There were audible gasps as Louis went through the grim toll. By the end of the day, 16 kids were dead.

After the murder of his only child, who was five, Mick North is still battling the pro-gun lobby.

Friday, March 13 will mark 30 years since one of the darkest days in Scotland's history.

Jack Crozier, whose sister Emma was one of 16 kids killed with their teacher, has demanded gun laws be kept up to date to combat a spike in “practical shooting” clubs - 30 years after the tragedy.

The gardens are absolutely breathtaking.

Steven Hopper was 11-years-old when Thomas Hamilton shot 16 of his young peers dead alongside their teacher Gwen Mayor at Dunblane Primary School's gym hall on March 13, 1996.