5 h. 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

5 h. 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

22 h. ago Ayrshire schools celebrated for their commitment to environmental change

The Clean Green Awards highlighted the work being carried out across educational facilities in the region.

Culture

29 h. 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.

Politics

29 h. 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.

Society

29 h. ago Recruitment begins for £8 million Dumfries and Galloway environmental project

Four posts have been created for the Solway Coast and Marine Projects (SCAMP) – Landscape Connections initiative, which aims to boost environmental restoration.

Economics

29 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway rugby star to captain Scotland in first game of summer tour

Stafford McDowall will lead Gregor Townsend's team out against the Maori All Blacks on Saturday.

Sport

30 h. ago Outlander's Sam Heughan says 'undiscovered' part of Scotland 'should be talked about'

The Outlander star, who was born in a small hillside village in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, has gushed about the area he believes is the 'undiscovered Scotland'

Politics

48 h. ago Colvend Primary School delighted with eighth Green Flag Award

The award highlights to school's dedication to environmental education and sustainability.

Events

53 h. ago Exciting summer holiday events planned for Dumfries and Galloway coastal woodlands

Woodlands along the Solway coast a series of adventure sessions in a bid to give young people the ability to better enjoy and understand their local environment.

Politics

53 h. ago Redundancy threat for up to 100 workers who help maintain key Dumfries and Galloway roads

The Unite union claims roads maintenance firm Amey is looking at axing jobs from the workforce assigned to routes such as the A75, A76 and A701.

Events

64 h. ago Call for tougher action to tackle 'growing scourge of gulls' in Dumfries and Galloway

The birds have been causing problems across the region for years with 'wild flappers' particularly bad in Kirkcudbright, Stranraer and Dumfries.

Politics

3 d. ago New haven for one of UK's rarest mammals to be unveiled in Dumfries and Galloway

The pine marten haven at Kirroughtree Visitor Centre near Newton Stewart will be launched on Saturday.

Politics

3 d. ago NC500 alternative in Scotland with dark skies, medieval castles and scenic crowd free roads

The road trip is a 300-mile route through Dumfries and Galloway and Ayrshire, offering quiet roads, castles, forests and coast without the crowds

Events

4 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway curlers to represent Team GB at 2026 Winter Olympics

Grant Hardie, Hammy McMillan, Bobby Lammie, Sophie Jackson and Fay Henderson will all be making the trip to Italy next year.

Politics

4 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway school's environment project earns success at Scotland’s Finest Wood Awards

Youngsters at Hardgate Primary transformed a wood and have been learning about the environment in a local forest.

Events

7 d. ago Neilston FC celebrated in Scottish Parliament for West of Scotland League title success

Paul O'Kane, MSP for West Scotland, recently visited Brig O'Lea to present a Holyrood motion celebrating the club's triumph.

Politics

8 d. ago National park Scotland: Where £160k was spent on consultation for axed Dumfries and Galloway plan

The cost of a consultation surrounding the national park originally planned for Dumfries and Galloway has been revealed.

Economics

8 d. ago Whiteburn named House Builder of the Year at the Scottish Home Awards 2025

Whiteburn has been awarded the House Builder of the Year (Less than 100 units) at the prestigious Scottish Home Awards 2025. This recent honour follows the company’s success at the Homes for Scotland Awards 2025, where it was named Home Builder of the Year (SME).

Events

9 d. ago Inside track on St Mirren new boy Richard King as he is tipped for success in Scotland

Daniel Blake of the Jamaica Observer has given Buddies fans an insight into what to expect from the highly-rated defender.

Politics