46 m. ago Man in hospital after serious crash which closed Dumfries and Galloway road for more than 12 hours

Police are appealing for witnesses to the collision on the A75 near Creetown in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

Events

2 h. ago Today's rugby news as Andy Farrell advice helps Wales and Lions star sent for scan

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5 h. ago Lead ammunition to be banned for hunting and shooting in England, Scotland and Wales

Exclusive: Restrictions on shot and bullets containing toxic metal to be phased in over three years from 2026Shotgun pellets and bullets that contain lead are to be banned for almost all uses, ministers have said, in a long-awaited announcement welcomed by wildlife groups.The restrictions will be phased in over three years from 2026, rather than the five set out in an official report last year, prompting some shooting organisations to say replacement ammunition may not be fully available in time. Continue reading...

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18 h. ago 'Singing away': Lions issue big update on Scotland star after injury concern

Scotland star in race to make Test matches after knee knock

Events

19 h. ago Fundraising campaign launched to help Dumfries and Galloway restaurant hit by fire

Firefighters were called out to The Olive Retreat on King Street on Tuesday night to tackle the blaze.

Events

21 h. ago Council staff in Dumfries and Galloway accept new pay offer for next two years

Unions claim the deal agreed by workers will be worth four per cent this year and a further 3.5 per cent this year.

Politics

26 h. ago Today's rugby news as Adam Jones responds, Wales captain upset and star's brother signs for region

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50 h. ago Wales star released from squad after concerning incident as statement issued

Wales' Ben Carter will return home on Wednesday after his injury at the weekend

Politics

67 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway rugby star leads Scotland to first ever win over Maori All Blacks

Stafford McDowall captained Gregor Townsend’s team to victory in the opening game of their Skyscanner Pacific Tour.

Politics

3 d. ago Today's rugby news as shattered Wales team owe country and star fights back tears

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Sport

3 d. ago Tonight's rugby news as Japan star knew 'blowing' Welsh players would break and worrying Australia admission made

The latest rugby news from Wales and around the world

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4 d. ago Today's rugby news as Wales star banned for 'reckless' act and coach denies Andy Farrell accusation

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Sport

4 d. ago All Blacks hold off depleted France in thriller and Wales slump again in Japan

Wales capitulate to their 18th successive Test defeatScotland tour opens with win over Māori All BlacksWill Jordan scored a try in each half and Beauden Barrett kicked to perfection as New Zealand overcame three cancelled tries to claim a nervous 31-27 win over France in the series-opener in Dunedin.Fielding only three players from the Six Nations title-deciding win over Scotland, the depleted France side gave Scott Robertson’s team a huge scare in an entertaining match at a sold-out Forsyth-Barr stadium. However, a late Barrett penalty proved enough for the All Blacks to hold on, ending a three-match losing streak against Les Bleus. Continue reading...

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5 d. ago Scotland reaction to win over the Māori: big learning curve as one player ruled out

Townsend delighted with return of players from long-term injuries

Sport

5 d. ago Met Office warns Brits in 8 areas to 'pack emergency flood kit' for 33 hours of rain

The Met Office has issued a weather warning for a large part of Scotland, where a large amount of rain could lead to flooding and dangerous travel conditions this weekend

Events

6 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway residents urged to have their say on plans for old folks' champion

A consultation is under way on South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth idea for a dedicated commissioner for Scotland’s older people.

Politics

6 d. ago Kids eat free in Dumfries and Galloway Tesco stores during summer holidays

The move is one of a number of steps the supermarket giant is taking to help out families as part of its Stronger Starts programme.

Politics

6 d. ago Bridge of Allan rugby star makes perfect start in Lions shirt for Aussie tour

Finn Russell has been busy orchestrating the famous select side as they took on a pair of domestic sides in Australia.

Politics

7 d. ago Retired civil engineer claims Dumfries and Galloway Council has 'missed a trick' over Kirkcudbright Bridge traffic calming

Alan Johnstone feels traffic lights and bollards wouldn't be needed on Kirkcudbright Bridge if the structure had been load tested.

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7 d. ago Average monthly rent for private Dumfries and Galloway properties soars in two years

Despite the 'sharp' rise, the region still has the lowest average monthly rent in the UK.

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