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Falkirk News April 16, 2025

Drug dealer killed Amy Rose Wilson in car chase over ‘stolen drugs’ before fleeing the country
by STV News on April 17, 2025 at 1:28 pm
Arslan Sajid, Andrew Gregoire and Anthony Davidson pursued a car being driven by Amy Rose Wilson causing it to crash in Falkirk.
Falkirk museums collection to be reviewed as experts decide what to keep
by Holly Lennon on April 17, 2025 at 1:02 pm
The proposal has been sparked by the forthcoming closure of the service’s storage facility in Grangemouth.
Scots radio presenter facing ‘long road to recovery’ after suffering two aneurysms
by Matthew Fulton on April 17, 2025 at 6:45 am
The mum-of-two underwent surgery to put stents in her brain and is said to be recovering in the best care possible.
FAI hearing date set after Falkirk man dies on Christmas Day following several calls to NHS 24
by Keiran Fleming on April 16, 2025 at 10:15 am
Thomas Rodger, from Falkirk, stopped breathing whilst being taken to the Forth Valley Royal Hospital in 2020.

Long Covid sufferer feeling 'fitter and healthier' after shedding three stones in 12 weeks
by reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Kaiya Marjoribanks) on April 22, 2025 at 4:58 pm
Slimming World's Cowie group has collectively dropped more than 40 stones in the first three months of this year.
Rare Victorian engine once used in Edinburgh police building discovered in hotel attic
by reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Lucinda Cameron, Ryan Thom) on April 22, 2025 at 4:58 pm
The Crossley engine lay hidden for decades before it was discovered in the attic of CoDE The Court, now a hotel in the city.
Joe Hendry 'disagrees' with WrestleMania blowback as famous Celtic fan delivers knockout message for WWE pathway
by reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Robbie Chalmers) on April 22, 2025 at 4:58 pm
The TNA Champion broke his silence after the Edinburgh native was swiftly beaten by Randy Orton in Las Vegas
Eligibility change will put more money in the pockets of West Lothian's unpaid carers
by reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Michael Pringle) on April 22, 2025 at 4:57 pm
The earning limit for the Scottish Carer Support Payment went up from £151 to £196 per week

Drivers told to avoid road in Glasgow's East End - here's why
on April 22, 2025 at 4:34 pm
Drivers are being warned to avoid Shettleston Road in the East End of Glasgow.
Rush hour chaos as Glasgow Central services face disruption after person on line
on April 22, 2025 at 4:22 pm
ScotRail has warned passengers to expect significant disruption on services between Glasgow Central and Anderston due to reports of a trespasser on the line.
173-bed student accommodation tower approved in Glasgow
on April 22, 2025 at 4:21 pm
A plan for a 13-storey student accommodation tower has been approved in Glasgow.
Book of condolence for Pope Francis opened in Glasgow
on April 22, 2025 at 4:07 pm
This afternoon, Lord Provost of Glasgow Jacqueline McLaren and Archbishop William Nolan signed the book first alongside leaders of other faiths.

Ninja Woodfire BBQ & Smoker review: now below £250 for the first time
by Marc Reeves on April 22, 2025 at 4:49 pm
The Ninja Woodfire BBQ & smoker just got cheaper (again) – and it’s still my guilty pleasure. Smoky flavour, easy grilling, and way less mess. Worth it? Absolutely.
The Packhorse Inn: sure to be an odds-on favourite for a countryside escape and a day at the races
by Karla Hall on April 22, 2025 at 4:46 pm
Just a short drive from Newmarket, the home of horseracing, this 17th century coaching inn is perfect for a getaway all year round
Camelon bridge to be closed to all traffic for eight weeks
by Jill Buchanan on April 22, 2025 at 4:36 pm
A massive £5 million upgrade of Falkirk’s canal network will see a busy bridge closed for eight weeks.
Hobbycraft closing down: widespread store closures including job cuts at centre on Derby border
by By The Newsroom on April 22, 2025 at 4:24 pm
Modella Capital plans CVA for Hobbycraft, potentially closing a quarter of its stores, impacting jobs at Derby border.

Ninja Woodfire BBQ & Smoker review: now below £250 for the first time
by Marc Reeves on April 22, 2025 at 4:49 pm
The Ninja Woodfire BBQ & smoker just got cheaper (again) – and it’s still my guilty pleasure. Smoky flavour, easy grilling, and way less mess. Worth it? Absolutely.
The Packhorse Inn: sure to be an odds-on favourite for a countryside escape and a day at the races
by Karla Hall on April 22, 2025 at 4:46 pm
Just a short drive from Newmarket, the home of horseracing, this 17th century coaching inn is perfect for a getaway all year round
13 free agents Celtic, Rangers and Premiership rivals could sign in summer 2025 - 16-goal midfielder, 3 time EPL winner
by Graham Falk on April 22, 2025 at 4:45 pm
Here are 13 EPL and EFL players that Celtic, Rangers and other Scottish Premiership clubs could target for transfer when they become free agents this summer.
How to watch the Lyrid Meteor Shower 2025: Here's where to look for shooting stars and at what time
by David Hepburn on April 22, 2025 at 4:42 pm
Look to the skies early tomorrow morning and you might just see a celestial display.

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