21 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway army veteran recognised for support of Armed Forces community

Liam Wallace is one of 10 recipients of a Scotland Regional Recognition Awards from Armed Forces charity SSAFA.

Events

43 h. ago Special projects to help Dumfries and Galloway celebrate World Book Day 2025

Scotmid customers can use special Book Banks while schoolkids will have the chance to meet author Mike Nicholson.

Culture

43 h. ago Plans for bypass around Dumfries and Galloway villages still two years away

Transport Scotland’s project team and their technical advisers are heading to the region to discuss rerouting the A75 around Crocketford and Springholm.

Politics

45 h. ago Big cat sighting in woodland near Scots village sparks police probe

Officers are looking into reports that a lynx may have been seen near Sorbie, in Dumfries and Galloway.

Events

48 h. ago 'I thought it was just an anxiety attack but it led to me getting a new heart'

Lucy Smith, 23, from Dumfries and Galloway, thought she was burnt out from working long hours as a carer when in reality she was suffering from a life-threatening condition

Events

66 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway dog owners face £40,000 fine or year in jail as cops issue lambing season warning

Police are reminding people to control their pets if they’re walking near livestock as dogs chasing after animals could cause their death.

Events

69 h. ago 'Chaos and disaster' to hit Dumfries and Galloway town for mock resilience test

Dalry community members and their resilience plan are set to be put to the test on Wednesday.

Events

5 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway health bosses issue urgent alert over 'sudden collapse' drug overdoses

Health bosses are urging drug users to be “extra vigilant” amid reports of overdoses happening as soon as drugs are injected.

Events

5 d. ago Litter bins set to be removed from Dumfries and Galloway in bid to save cash

Officials claim there is evidence that having bins "can actually attract litter and fly-tipping".

Politics

5 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway councillors opt against exploring tourist tax

A motion from SNP councillors had wanted officials to look into plans for a visitor levy for overnight stays in the region.

Economics

5 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway councillor asks fellow members if they will pay voluntary parking fee

The depute Labour group leader posed the question after the idea formed part of SNP and Conservative budget proposals.

Politics

6 d. ago AD FEATURE: Proposed onshore wind farm could create £165 million boost to the local economy

Blair Hill Wind Farm would be located north of Newton Stewart in Dumfries and Galloway

Economics

6 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway council tax to rise by nine per cent following budget meeting

The SNP's budget was voted through at today's full council meeting after receiving the backing of Labour councillors.

Economics

6 d. ago Work to expand one of Scotland's first onshore windfarms set to begin

Fred. Olsen Renewables is pushing on with its plans for a third phase of turbines at Windy Standard near Carsphairn, Dumfries and Galloway.

Politics

6 d. ago Access to defibrillators in Dumfries and Galloway rises by more than 10 per cent

Research by defibshop has revealed there are now around 28 pieces of the life-saving equipment for every 10,000 residents.

Politics

6 d. ago Residents of Dumfries and Galloway village urge council to save historic bridge before it's too late

The Old Bridge of Dee was built nearly 300 years ago and is struggling to cope with modern day heavy lorries and tractors.

Politics

6 d. ago Violent crime and housebreaking on the rise in Dumfries and Galloway

New figures from Scotland's Chief Statistician also reveal sexual crimes and fireraising both fell in 2024.

Events

6 d. ago Number of Dumfries and Galloway residents waiting for diagnostic test at lowest level since March 2024

NHS Dumfries and Galloway is one of the best performing health boards in mainland Scotland when it comes to giving people one of eight key diagnostic tests within six weeks.

Politics

7 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway school graded 'very good' by Education Scotland inspectors

The inspectors were impressed when they visited Wallace Hall Academy in Thornhill in January.

Politics

7 d. ago Dumfries and Galloway's largest social housing landlord set to invest nearly £40m in home upgrades

The cash will be spent on new kitchens, insulations and new doors, as well as energy efficiency measures.

Economics