The Falkirk Herald

The Falkirk Herald is a weekly newspaper and daily news website operated by National World. It covers news, opinions, and analysis on various topics, including current events and sports, in the towns of Falkirk, Camelon, Grangemouth, Larbert, Stenhousemuir, and Denny, along with nearby villages like Polmont, Redding, Brightons, Banknock, and Bonnybridge. This publication serves an area with a population of 151,600, making it the fifth largest urban area in Scotland. In 2013, it received the title of Weekly Newspaper of the Year at the Scottish Press Awards.

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Toast Thomas’s 80th birthday in Bo’ness

1 day ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | Julie Currie

Thomas the Tank Engine, everyone’s favourite No 1 blue engine, is returning to Bo’ness next month. In the 80th year of Thomas & Friends, A Day Out With Thomas: The Party Tour will be stopping at Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway on July 12 and 13. The engine will also be visiting the town on August 30 and 31. Day Out With Thomas is a fun-filled family event that takes place at Heritage Railways across the world.
Jousting spectacular returns to Linlithgow Palace

2 days ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | Julie Currie

The sounds of thundering hooves and clashing lances will once again fill the air around Linlithgow Palace this weekend. For Saturday and Sunday will see the return of Historic Environment Scotland’s Spectacular Jousting event. Crowds will have the opportunity to cheer on their hero and boo baddy Sir Checkmate, as he battles for victory in the annual jousting competition. Visitors can meet the knights’ horses before and after each joust, which take place at 12.45pm and 2.30pm each day.
Comedian Mark Cox is game for Bo'ness gig

2 days ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | Julie Currie

Comedian, actor and writer, Mark Cox is set to share stories, memories and loads of laughs in his brand-new show, which comes to Bo’ness on August 23. The show is part of an 11-date tour of Scotland, organised by Aberdeen-based promoters Breakneck Comedy, which starts in Aberdeen on Saturday, August 9 and finishes in Kirkcaldy on Saturday, October 25. Mark is best-known for his role as self-proclaimed “miserable b*stard” Thomas (Tam) Mullen in the hit Scottish sitcom, Still Game.
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
Bo'ness cancer survivor, 25, sails the seas thanks to Ellen MacArthur charity

1 week ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | James Trimble

A young cancer survivor from Bo’ness enjoyed a transformational sailing trip earlier this month off the coast of Largs in North Ayrhire with the Ellen MacArthur Cancer Trust. Olivia Thom, 25, was diagnosed with an astrocytoma – a type of brain tumour – in 2020 and was only too glad to take advantage of the wonderful opportunities the charity gave her.
What changes is the crafty Colonel planning for Falkirk KFC?

1 week ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | James Trimble

A popular – some would say finger licking good – restaurant has plans to make some changes. KFC UKI lodged two applications with Falkirk Council on Wednesday, June 18, looking to make changes at its Bellvue Street, Falkirk drive through restaurant. One application was looking for permission to make “external alterations” to the premises, while another was trying to get the go ahead to display ‘illuminated and non-illuminated advertisements’.
Sophie will be this year's Queen of Bo'ness Fair

1 week ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | Julie Currie

There’s been little time for Linzi and John Rutherford to draw breath since January. For both their daughters are taking centre stage in this year’s Bo’ness Children’s Fair Festival – Sophie, 12, was selected as Queen-elect and her wee sister Chloe, 5, as a fairy. Both girls attend Kinneil Primary School, with P7 pupil Sophie preparing to go to the Academy after the summer holidays and Chloe moving into P2. When we last caught up with the family in January, the news had barely had time to sink in.
Falkirk to begin first Scottish Premiership football season for decade and a half at home to Dundee United

1 week ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | Darin Hutson

The first Scottish Premiership football fixture list to feature Falkirk since 2009 is out now and it sees the Bairns begin their latest top-flight campaign at home to Dundee United. That’s on Sunday, August 3, with kick-off at the Falkirk Stadium at 2pm. Next up for the manager John McGlynn’s men after that is a trip to Livingston on Saturday, August 9, with kick-off at 3pm. Two other fixtures follow in August, at home to Hibernian on the 23rd and away to Aberdeen on the 30th, both Saturday.
Falkirk Council offloads two more of its properties for the princely sum of £1

1 week ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | James Trimble

Elected officials have have agreed to transfer ownership of two more Falkirk Council facilities as part of its Strategic Property Review. At a meeting of the council’s executive committee this week, members gave the go ahead to transfer Newlands Community Hall to Sealock Infinity SCIO (SIS) and Loch Park Pavilion to Steins Thistle Football Club (STFC). Both transfers will be completed at the nominal purchase price of £1, reflecting the community benefits these projects will bring.
Grangemouth MP stands firm on decision to vote against UK Government's new welfare bill

1 week ago | falkirkherald.co.uk | James Trimble

Brian Leishman has reaffirmed his commitment to vote against the controversial welfare bill proposed by the UK Government. The MP for Alloa and Grangemouth said he will “absolutely” vote against welfare cuts proposed in the Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill when it comes before parliament next month. He has been highly critical of the welfare reforms, which the government hopes will save up to £5 billion by 2030, since the plans first emerged last year.