Michael Gillen

United Kingdom

Chief Photographer at The Falkirk Herald

Images Editor, National World Scottish Weeklies. Chief photographer, The Falkirk Herald. Views my own. Photography posted on @FalkirkHeraldPx

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Articles

In Pictures: See the colourful arch creations of Grangemouth Children's Day 2025

1 week ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | Michael Gillen

If you didn't venture out on Friday night’s Arch Patrol. Take a look at some of the magic you missed. 1. Grangemouth Children's Day Arches 2025Lady in Waiting Kiai Murray. Photo: Michael Gillen2. Grangemouth Children's Day Arches 2025Queen's Guard Blake Stirling. Photo: Michael Gillen3. Grangemouth Children's Day Arches 2025Courtier Sonny Shanks. Photo: Michael Gillen4. Grangemouth Children's Day Arches 2025Maid of Honour Eviee Milne. Photo: Michael Gillen
Retro: Falkirk in pictures May 2007

1 month ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | Michael Gillen

The Falkirk Herald archives from May 2007 offer a selection of photographs capturing moments from the community. We hope you enjoy looking back and maybe even spotting yourself.
Retro: Falkirk in pictures 1960s

2 months ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | Michael Gillen

The Falkirk Herald archives from the 1960s offer a selection of photographs capturing moments from the community. We hope you enjoy looking back and maybe even spotting yourself. Highlights include swimmer Bobby McGregor, British Curling Championships, Classique Juveniles clothing factory in Grangemouth, construction of the new Grangemouth Stadium, Duke of Edinburgh at Falkirk Ice Rink, The Roadrunners from Falkirk and Falkirk Bohemians.
Retro: Falkirk in pictures early 2007

2 months ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | Michael Gillen

The Falkirk Herald archives from early 2007 offer a selection of photographs capturing moments from the community. We hope you enjoy looking back and maybe even spotting yourself. Highlights include Falkirk RFC winning National League Division 2, Alex Salmond and Jack McConnell campaigning, Round the Houses race in Grangemouth, McKechnie School of Dance award winners, Wallacestone Primary School gymnastics success, community club of the year award for Falkirk FC and lots more.
Retro: Falkirk in pictures early 2008

2 months ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | Michael GillenAv Specialist |Michael Gillen

The Falkirk Herald archives from early 2008 offer a selection of photographs capturing moments from the community. We hope you enjoy looking back and maybe even spotting yourself. Highlights include Provost Pat Reid showing off some dance moves, World Book Day celebrations, fundraising at Bannatyne’s Health Club, a Scotland v England event at Falkirk Stadium (but not football), and a postman making a special delivery. Take a look and revisit some familiar faces and events from 2008.
Retro: Stenhouse School of Dance

Mar 25, 2025 | falkirkherald.co.uk | Michael GillenAv Specialist |Michael Gillen

A look back through the Falkirk Herald archive unveiled this collection of Stenhouse School of Dance photographs. We hope you enjoy taking a look at them. The Stenhouse School of Dance, was established in 1956 by Irene Langlands and it has been a cornerstone of the Falkirk dance community since then. Its inaugural classes were held at the Plough Hotel in Stenhousemuir. Over the years, the school expanded its offerings and locations, eventually establishing its own studio in Falkirk’s Melville Lane.
Retro: Kidney Kids Scotland March 2015

Mar 10, 2025 | falkirkherald.co.uk | Michael GillenAv Specialist |Michael Gillen

Back in 2015 donations were pouring in following an appeal to help children with renal illness enjoy a better quality of life. The fundraising organised by the Kidney Kids Scotland charity on World Kidney Day touched hundreds who have given generously to make a difference. More than 30 businesses across the district volunteered to support Kidney Kids Scotland raising more than £7000 in donations.
Retro: Falkirk Youth Football 2012

Feb 17, 2025 | falkirkherald.co.uk | Michael GillenAv Specialist |Michael Gillen

Back in 2012 the Falkirk Herald turned the spotlight onto local youth football teams and their 2011-2012 season. Have a look and see if you can spot any familiar faces and wonder how their footballing journey panned out. 1. Youth football 2011-12Central Rio u-8 Photo: John Devlin2. Youth football 2011-12Camelon Thistle u-11 Photo: Gary Hutchison3. Youth football 2011-12Carmuirs Colts. Photo: Gary Hutchison4. Youth football 2011-12Central Rio 2000 Blue Photo: John Devlin
Back in 2015 it all got a bit fishy for Falkirk school pupils

Feb 10, 2025 | falkirkherald.co.uk | Michael GillenAv Specialist |Michael Gillen

Over 430 youngsters were really hooked when they learned all about fish last week. Falkirk High School was the 'plaice’ to be when the Seafood in Schools project delivered a series of workshops designed to teach pupils where seafood comes from, how healthy it is, and how it gets to their plates.
Retro: Blackness beach clean up 2015

Jan 31, 2025 | falkirkherald.co.uk | Michael Gillen

Back in February 2015 it was that time of year again when conservation volunteers don their wellies, gloves and litter pickers to clean up Blackness beaches. Organised in conjunction with the Marine Conservation Society Scotland, co-ordinator Lesley Anderson, her team also carried out a survey to find out just how much rubbish was accumulating on the beaches, and what it consisted of.