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1. Inside the Mad Dogs Motorcycle Club after M74 'machete attack' on gang boss

   Here we take a look at the history of Mad Dogs Motorcycle Club and incidents they have been embroiled in.

2. Stirling Christmas toy appeal well underway as drop-off locations revealed

   The Stirling Observer's Give A Gift Appeal has donated thousands of toys and gifts for deserving youngsters across the area to ensure they enjoy a special Christmas.

3. Stirling Science Festival hailed as 'best ever' amid popular 60-event programme

   More than 60 events across Stirling inspired people of all ages to get active and discover the science behind sport at the biggest ever Stirling Science Festival.

4. Scottish crime gang stung in major Encrochat crackdown jailed for 20 years

   All four men were also given Serious Crime Prevention Orders.

5. Historic Stirling bridge to undergo £5million refurb project to protect future

   The future of the bridge will be protected for another 120 years upon the completion of the works.

6. US military aircraft moved to Prestwick Airport after 'threat from Iran'

   The aircraft reportedly left RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk and landed at Prestwick Airport after a threat from Iran.

7. Perth and Kinross residents and businesses urged to have their say on proposed visitor levy

   Perth and Kinross Council is proposing to charge visitors £4 a night to stay in the city's hospitality venues.

8. Perth MP urges city to "unite behind" PH2O leisure centre plan

   Pete Wishart said "continuing to revisit the same arguments is only delaying progress" but campaigners argue there are "legitimate concerns around parking, access, infrastructure, costs and the future of Glover Street"

9. Council chiefs provide update on Perth's Bell's Sports Centre

   A £10 million project is under way to remove RAAC and asbestos from the listed building and explore future options for the venue.

10. George Square Christmas events announced including live music and light shows - see list

    The festive fun kicks off next week.