4 h. ago SNP group set to ask Scots council officials to investigate tourist tax option

A motion has been lodged by SNP members of Dumfries and Galloway Council to 'develop a proposal for a visitor levy model'.

Politics

4 h. ago Beano comic book hero to keep Dumfries and Galloway motorists safe during winter

Amey has named its latest gritter Brrr...Nanaman and is now inviting name suggestions for its next batch of gritters.

Politics

5 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway curlers to represent Scotland on the world stage

Grant Hardie, Hammy McMillan Jnr and Bobby Lammie have been chosen for the men's competition with Sophie Jackson heading to the women's event.

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5 h. ago Price of weekly shop in Dumfries and Galloway rises by nearly one

Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service also discovered that shoppers in the Stewartry are paying more than people in other parts of the region.

Economics

29 h. ago Miss Scotland backs MS charity after beloved cousin's devastating diagnosis

Amy Scott will be raising awareness on the national stage as she represents Miss Scotland.

Politics

29 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway water safety project receives national recognition

Galloway Activity Centre on Loch Ken has been awarded the Paddle UK Engagement Award for the water safety training it offers with Loch Ken Trust.

Politics

31 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway widower getting his walking shoes on again for healthcare heroes

The 72-year-old is once again organising One Big Thank You, which will see him walk, run and jog round Lochside Park for 12 hours straight.

Politics

3 d. ago Time is running out for England's and Scotland’s Lions hopefuls to state their case | Ugo Monye

All the way across the field there are mouthwatering head-to-heads with players pushing for the tour to AustraliaFor British & Irish Lions hopefuls, time is running out. Three Test matches left to stake their claim, to catch Andy Farrell’s eye and book a place on the plane. Farrell is due to be at Twickenham on Saturday and he will be analysing everything. As a player that’s precisely where you want to be.At this stage of the Six Nations, England against Scotland feels all the more pivotal for Lions hopefuls. We can safely say that there will be a large Ireland contingent and, unless something dramatic happens in the coming weeks, a relatively small group of Wales players. That congested middle is full of England and Scotland players and that makes Saturday’s match all the more mouthwatering. Continue reading...

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4 d. ago First Minister John Swinney challenged over Dumfries and Galloway pylons project

The Kendoon to Tongland Reinforcement project has been given planning approval - despite a Scottish Government reporter recommending refusal.

Politics

4 d. ago Voluntary parking charges could be introduced in Dumfries and Galloway

Two budget proposals include plans to introduce "invitation to pay" parking at two yet to be identified sites.

Politics

4 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway council tax set to be hiked by at least 8.5 per cent

The local authority is facing a financial black hole of nearly £12million in 2025/26, meaning councillors will need to make some tough decisions when they meet to set their budget on Thursday.

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4 d. ago Ferries between Scotland and Northern Ireland cancelled due to 70mph winds

Both Stena Line and P&O Ferries have cancelled this morning's sailings to and from Cairnryan in Dumfries and Galloway.

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5 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway farmers strongly opposed to idea of Galloway National Park

NFU Scotland has stated its opposition to the proposal in its formal submission to the NatureScot consultation.

Politics

5 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway train station ticket office to open for just 90 minutes after 'savage cuts'

ScotRail is scaling back opening hours at Stranraer as it claims more people are buying tickets online or at machines.

Politics

5 d. ago Tree felling to begin in Dumfries and Galloway forest hit by Storm Eowyn

Walks and mountain bike trails at a number of woodlands remain shut due to fallen or unsafe trees.

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5 d. ago Campaigners 'devastated' at decision to allow controversial plans for more than 100 pylons to be built across Dumfries and Galloway

Scottish Ministers have approved the Kendoon to Tongland Reinforcement project - despite a Scottish Government reporter recommending it be refused.

Politics

5 d. ago Eleven Dumfries and Galloway phone boxes set to be removed due to lack of use

Three of the phone boxes BT is planning to get rid of haven't been used at all in the past 12 months.

Politics

6 d. ago Watch moment World War Two bomb is blown up after being discovered on Scots beach

The device, which was the size of a rugby ball, was detonated on Sandyhills beach in Dumfries and Galloway on Wednesday morning.

Events

6 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway care homes no longer under threat of losing licences

The Care Inspectorate wanted to see "significant" changes Merse House in Kirkcudbright and Carlingwark House in Castle Douglas or it would take steps to cancel their registrations.

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6 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway set to be hit with winds of up to 70mph as Met Office issues weather warning

Travel delays and power cuts are possible when the strong winds arrive on Friday morning.

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