18 h. ago First Minister offers Dumfries and Galloway Council 'advisory support' after Kirkcudbright Bridge closure

John Swinney has ruled out offering the local authority extra cash to tackle the issue but has suggested other support may be available.

Politics

20 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway whisky firm lodges plans for new shop and visitor centre

Whiskybroker Ltd sources and supplies casks and bottles of whisky to people and businesses around the world.

Economics

21 h. ago Videos show fire raging across Dorset as UK warned of ‘extreme risk’

This video shows just one of the wildfires the emergency services across the UK are tackling as warm, dry weather creates an "extreme" risk.

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22 h. ago Fire crews battle blazes across UK as ‘extreme’ wildfire risk remains

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service warned a ‘very high to extreme’ risk of wildfire remains in place across Scotland until Monday.

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25 h. ago Huge blaze hits UK nature reserve as dry weather prompts major wildfire fears

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue are investigating the cause of the flame

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25 h. ago Wildfire breaks out in Stirling as 'extreme risk' warning remains in place

The blaze is now the third wildfire of the week following an "extreme risk" warning.

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42 h. ago Firefighters tackle Dumbarton grass blaze amid warning over 'extreme risk' of wildfires

Firefighters were called to a grassfire in Bonhill, West Dunbartonshire, on Wednesday morning.

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43 h. ago ‘Extreme’ wildfire risk as warnings issued for much of the UK

It comes after England saw its sunniest March on record and its sixth driest March since records began in 1836, according to the Met Office.

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44 h. ago First Minister rules out providing extra cash to tackle Kirkcudbright Bridge closure

John Swinney told Galloway and West Dumfries MSP Finlay Carson it is "the responsibility of individual local authorities to manage their own budgets'.

Politics

47 h. ago Stay of execution for Dumfries and Galloway nursery which was due to close after summer

One member said the move to close Drummore Early Learning Centre without councillor approval had caused 'immeasurable damage' to the local authority.

Politics

48 h. ago Kirkcudbright Bridge closure raised with Scotland's First Minister John Swinney

Galloway and West Dumfries MSP Finlay Carson and South Scotland MSP Emma Harper have brought the matter to Mr Swinney's attention.

Politics

48 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway at 'extreme' risk of wildfires as dry spell continues

The sunshine and dry weather has created tinderbox conditions in the countryside, leading to an increased possibility of wildfires.

Events

49 h. ago Wildfire breaks out near Glasgow as Scotland faces 'extreme risk' warning

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has warned of a very high to extreme risk of wildfires across the country

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65 h. ago Former Tory Scottish Secretary Alister Jack to be given place in House of Lords

The ex-MP for Dumfries and Galloway is expected to be given a peerage in Rishi Sunak's resignation honours list.

Society

2 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway Council workers could strike in dispute over pay

Unison union officials say more than 90 per cent of members who took part in a consultation are in favour of striking.

Economics

2 d. ago Working group to tackle road safety issues of asylum seekers on busy Dumfries and Galloway road

Concerns have been raised over “a number of very near misses” involving the residents of the Mercure Hotel walking on the A710 on the outskirts of Dumfries.

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3 d. ago On the heels of a dry winter, firefighters around the US brace for wildfire risks

From the southwestern U.S. to Minnesota, Iowa and even parts of New Jersey, it was a dismal winter

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3 d. ago Ruben Amorim explains why Marcus Rashford’s revival is ‘good news’ for Manchester United

The forward continued a productive loan spell at Aston Villa with a two-goal FA Cup showing

Politics

3 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway Council officials had 'no alternative' but to close Kirkcudbright Bridge

Locals had just one hour’s notice that the crossing was to be shut to vehicles due to safety concerns about the condition of the structure.

Politics

3 d. ago 'Amber alert' wildfire warning issued as dry weather forecast across UK

Parts of the UK have been hit with a wildfire warning as forecasts show no rain is set to reach the area in early April

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