16 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway residents urged to stay safe around rivers and reservoirs

The plea has been issued ahead of Drowning Prevention Week after it emerged there were 33 accidental drownings in Scotland last year.

Politics

16 h. ago Taskforce tackling infections in Dumfries and Galloway looking for new members

The infection prevention and control public involvement group scrutinises how infection prevention is delivered and plays a key role in forming policy and procedures.

Politics

16 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway church faces closure due to falling attendance

Church goers will soon be asked to back a recommendation that Kells Parish Church in New Galloway is shut.

Politics

16 h. ago Patrols of Dumfries and Galloway beauty spot ramped up to tackle irresponsible behaviour

The Loch Ken Trust Ranger Service and Police Scotland will be taking part in joint patrols to ensure everyone can enjoy the area.

Politics

26 h. ago Air India crash investigations continue as British victims are named

There are fears the number of people killed on the ground could rise.

Events

28 h. ago British victims feared dead as more than 240 people killed in Air India plane crash

Only known survivor, a British man, jumped out of emergency exit, police say

Events

34 h. ago People fear student favourite Gassy's in Cardiff is set to close but the truth is different

Eagle-eyed patrons spotted a sign at the much loved pub, suggesting that they were closing - but all was not as it seemed

Society

39 h. ago Dumfries and Galloway to be hit by flash floods and thunderstorms this weekend as weather warning issued

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for Saturday and also fears there could be hail and strong gusts of wind.

Events

40 h. ago Air India flight to London crashes in Ahmedabad, all 242 people on board feared dead

Air India flight to London crashes in Ahmedabad, all 242 people on board feared dead  France 24

Events

42 h. ago NHS Dumfries and Galloway predicts budget burst of £28 million in 2025/26 financial year

The overspend is down from the £33.6 million previously expected and includes £21.7 million of cuts.

Economics

42 h. ago New benches unveiled at Dumfries and Galloway community woodland

Forty people attended the unveiling of Phil Daube's benches at Glaisters Bridge Community Woodlands near Corsock.

Politics

42 h. ago Seven Dumfries and Galloway people feared to have died from drug abuse since start of 2025

The figures from Police Scotland and the Scottish Government have been described as 'tragic'.

Events

55 h. ago The Beach Boys Brian Wilson's dark drug past – from 'dangerous substance' to dire warning

The Beach Boys legend Brian Wilson, who sadly died on 11 June, previously battled mental health issues along with drug and alcohol abuse and once issued a clear warning to his fans

Events

55 h. ago UK equalities watchdog: Transgender people may be asked about gender status in workplace

Trans people who feel they’ve lost rights should ‘distinguish between rights in law and preference for things to be a certain way’, EHCR chair saidTransgender people may be asked about their gender status in the workplace, the equalities watchdog has said, with its chair arguing people should “distinguish between rights in law, and a preference for things to be a certain way”.Giving evidence to the women and equalities select committee, the chair and chief executive of the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) said trans people should not be fearful of the repercussions of April’s supreme court ruling, which found the word “woman” in the Equality Act refers only to a biological woman. Continue reading...

Politics

63 h. ago Work on new Dumfries and Galloway indoor tennis centre reaches halfway stage

The £2.3 million, three court facility at the King George V complex is due to be open by the end of the year.

Politics

63 h. ago Opposition councillors back SNP bid to remove Tory Dumfries and Galloway Council leadership

Labour and Democratic Alliance members have put their names to an SNP motion of no confidence against the leader and depute leader.

Politics

63 h. ago Cash paid to ride Dumfries and Galloway Council buses wasn't banked for 10 months

An audit has revealed that when money was paid in, it went into the wrong bank account.

Economics

3 d. ago Spending Review: 'We'll make working people better off,' vows Reeves but fears grow that London will miss out

The Chancellor stresses that health, security and the economy are her priorities for public spending

Economics

3 d. ago Baby dies after getting ten times recommended dose of powerful drug

A leading doctor has told an inquest that a newborn baby was given ten times too much of a powerful drug usually used in surgery - just minutes before she collapsed.

Events

3 d. ago Nine dead in school shooting as multiple others injured in Austria

Armed police raced to the incident, in which local authorities believe multiple guns were used, at 10am local time on Tuesday.

Events