Number of tourists coming to major Dumfries and Galloway events well short of target
The number of tourists being attracted to Dumfries and Galloway through major festivals and events is still falling well short of the agreed target. A huge amount of effort and…
Donations help enhance Dumfries hospital room for families affected by baby loss
Recent generous donations have allowed the local branch of national bereavement charity Sands to further support families affected by baby loss through enhancing the Rainbow Room at Dumfries Infirmary. The…
Scottish Government claims Galloway National Park could be like no other in Scotland
A national park for Galloway could be like no other in Scotland if it goes ahead, the Scottish Government has indicated. Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon said the proposal is…
Satellite mapping could help save lives in flood-prone Dumfries and Galloway communities
Lives could be saved in flood-prone Dumfries and Galloway communities – thanks to a helping hand from outer space. Data from a new satellite emergency mapping service (SEMS) will mean…
Kirkcudbright Primary School given pass marks for Education Scotland
Kirkcudbright Primary School has earned pass marks in an inspection by Education Scotland. Key strengths under the newly-appointed headteacher and acting depute headteacher included a strong focus on improving learning…
The £27m Celtic bench that saved the day as Brendan needing big guns says it all about fearless Falkirk
It said it all about Falkirk’s sterling display at Celtic Park that Brendan Rodgers had to send for his big guns to finally get the better of the Bairns. John…
‘It’s been an amazing experience and I would definitely recommend volunteering.’
The journeys of Eva and Norma as volunteers at St Andrew’s Hospice showcase the profound impact of giving back – highlight the skills, experiences, and connections gained through volunteering and…
One third of South Lanarkshire retailers sold vapes to underage kids in test purchasing exercise
A third of South Lanarkshire retailers failed a test purchasing exercise by selling harmful vapes to underage kids. During 2023/2024, officers and young volunteers visited 125 premises across South Lanarkshire…
Zoe Ball returns to BBC Radio 2 after shock six week absence
Zoe Ball has returned to the air six weeks after she vanished from her BBC Radio 2 Breakfast Show without warning. The popular radio presenter, spoke to fans at the…
Opinion | Readers sound off on the Daniel Penny case, Trump’s SALT statements and milkweed
Penny’s trial should consider all of the facts Opelika, Ala.: Re “Battle in slay case” (Sept. 12): Well, well. There it is — in the first sentence, no less: the…