The head of Strathcarron Hospice says it "isn't fair" to ask people to plug funding gaps for hospices.
Falkirk Council could introduce parking charges at train stations across the area.
A 21-year-old woman has been jailed for nearly four years for a crash in Falkirk which killed three men.
The UK Goverment has announced nearly £10 million of funding for the Forth Valley.
People across Stirling are being asked for their views, with the council facing a budget gap of more than £12 million.
Landmarks across the Forth Valley are to light up blue this week - to mark the 45th anniversary of Strathcarron Hospice.
Staff at the University of Stirling are being balloted over strike action.
A local MSP is urging the Scottish Parliament to ban greyhound racing.
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