Lochlands Loan in Larbert will be temporarily closed to passing traffic on 27 February 2025 from 8am until 4pm to allow for essential litter removal The closure is necessary due to the narrow layout of the road ensuring the safety of Estates operatives carrying out the work The Estates team will work to complete the cleanup as efficiently as possible to minimise any disruption to local road users roadside litter can pose risks to both pedestrians and motorists This cleanup effort aims to improve safety and enhance the overall appearance of the community We understand road closures are inconvenient for local residents and businesses but this temporary measure is essential to ensure the work is carried out safely It is unfortunate that we have to carry out this clean up due to inconsiderate car users throwing litter out of the window as they drive past A Temporary Traffic Regulation Order (TTRO) has been issued to facilitate the closure and a signed diversion route will be in place to guide traffic The cleanup has also been recorded in the Scottish Road Works Register for public awareness Please dispose of litter responsibly by using bins or taking waste home to help prevent future closures We use cookies to collect information about how you use the Police Scotland website We use this information to make the website work as well as possible and improve our services A 67-year-old man who died following a fatal crash in Larbert has been named as James Cochrane.The crash which involved a van and a motorcycle and happened around 11.50am on Thursday at the junction with Kincardine Road.Emergency services attended but he was pronounced dead at the scene.His family has issued the following statement:“Jimmy was my rock Rest in peace my darling until we meet again your loving wife Jackylyn and daughters Kelly and Stephanie Constable Ben Alexander of the Road Policing Unit said: “My thoughts remain with the family and friends of James at this difficult time “Our investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is urged to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 1269 of 7 November Police Scotland support those who wish to become police officers special constables or police staff by hosting various online and in-person recruitment events throughout the year supported victims and a thriving workforce Read about our 2030 vision and three-year plan Worried that your partner or the partner of someone you know might have an abusive past we'd appreciate your feedback on the service we provided Police Scotland has been working to make its websites more accessible - read our accessibility statement Zoe was last seen in the Stirling Road area around 11.20am on Monday with light brown hair which is highlighted She was wearing a grey hooded top with White Fox written on it tracksuit bottoms with white stripes and black Adidas trainers Inspector David Ferguson said: “I am appealing to members of the public to please keep a look out for Zoe Concern is growing for her welfare and we want to trace her as soon as possible “I would ask anyone if they know where she is to contact us on 101 John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme The Edinburgh Reporter brings you news all about Edinburgh An armed man entered the premises in the Main Street area and threatened a staff member at around 8.20pm on Sunday. Police said nothing was taken and no one was injured in the incident, but staff were left “shaken and upset”. A hunt has been launched to trace the man involved. He is described as white, around 5’9 “tall, of slim build, and in his late teens or early twenties. The force said he spoke with a local accent, was wearing a black top and black jogging bottoms, and had most of his face covered. Police Scotland is urging anyone with information to come forward. Detective sergeant John Hunter said: “Fortunately, no one was injured, but the staff member was left shaken and upset by what happened. “Our enquiries to trace the man are ongoing, and we are appealing to anyone who saw anything at the time or knows where the suspect might have gone to get in touch. “We are asking people to check private CCTV and dash-cam to see if they have captured anything that could assist with our investigation. “Anyone who can help is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 3228 of Sunday, December 1, 2024, or make a call anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.” STV News is now on WhatsAppGet all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Follow STV News on WhatsAppScan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country '+scriptOptions._localizedStrings.webview_notification_text+' "+scriptOptions._localizedStrings.redirect_overlay_title+" "+scriptOptions._localizedStrings.redirect_overlay_text+" The 67-year-old male rider was pronounced dead at the scene while the driver of the van was not injured. Officers were called to Bellsdyke Road at the junction with Kincardine Road in Larbert around 11.50am on Thursday to reports of the collision. The 67-year-old male rider was pronounced dead at the scene, while the driver of the van was uninjured. The road was closed for around six hours while officers carried out investigations. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances, and officers are appealing for witnesses. Road Policing Sergeant Scott Kirkpatrick said: “My thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who died. We will continue to offer them support as our investigations continue. “We’ve already spoken to a number of witnesses but I’d like to appeal to anyone else who saw what happened or has information which may assist our enquiries. “Similarly, if you have dashcam footage of Bellsdyke Road around 11.50am yesterday, please review this and bring anything of significance to our attention.” Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101 quoting reference 1269 of November 7, 2024.