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Lifesaving defibrillator installed at Dumfries Train Station
Nearly 90 stations across Scotland now have the potentially lifesaving piece of equipment
NHS Dumfries and Galloway chairman set to stand down
Nick Morris will leave the role he has held for more than five years in July
SBU Southern District holds meet and play bridge event in Dumfries
More than 70 people from Aberdeen to London took part in four events and it turned into a very sociable and enjoyable occasion for everyone
Dumfries youngster becomes double European Champion in baton twirling
Eden Farrell, who is a member of Dumfries Baton Twirlers, represented Scotland at the NBTA European Championships
Favourite Dumfries haunt of Robert Burns launches resident storyteller and tour guide
A series of captivating tours and storytelling events are planned to celebrate the history of the town’s oldest Inn led by founder of Mostly Ghostly Kathleen Cronie
Three UFO sightings in Dumfries and Galloway over past three years
Some eagle-eyed residents have shared their close encounters with mysterious flying objects in the sky
Reaction to Humza Yousaf’s resignation
POLITICIANS representing the region have been commenting on the resignation of Humza Yousaf as First Minister. On Monday, he announced his intention to resign once a successor is appointed. South Scotland Labour MSP Colin Smyth said: “I wish Humza Yousaf and his family well for the future and than...
Offenders’ programme “very successful”
OFFENDERS sent to do work with Dumfries and Galloway charities as community service often go back to volunteer once their punishment period is over, it has been revealed. Bosses at charity organisations have been delighted with the extra help they receive for free as part of the criminal justice sys...
Campaigners call for decision on controversial Dumfries and Galloway pylon plans
A Scottish Government reporter submitted her final report on the Kendoon to Tongland Reinforcement project in early February
Dumfries lifeguards to take the plunge in charity swim
Lewis Young, Owen McBurnie and Daniel Wilson are taking part in a 24-hour relay for Macmillan Cancer Support
Queen of the South boss "relieved" as side secures League One safety
A 2-0 win over Cove Rangers in the Doonhamers' final home game of the season ensured their survival
Double Dumfries and Galloway success at Scottish Veterans Awards
Dumfries Geterans Garden took the health and wellbeing award with Armed Forces Champion Councillor Archie Dryburgh MBE named role model of the year
Dumfries and Galloway grandmother treated in hospital after being attacked by her own dog
Emergency services were called to Kelloholm on Saturday following reports the woman had been mauled by a large bulldog
Bulldog-type dog destroyed after woman seriously injured in Kelloholm attack
A woman was rushed to hospital after being attacked in Dumfries and Galloway.
End of an era at well known Dumfries and Galloway farm
The late Alasdair Houston was well-known as a fantastic ambassador for the farming industry and his legendary breeding of the Gretnahouse herds
Charity calls for action to tackle "significant rural inequalities" in Dumfries and Galloway mental health services
Change Mental Health claims nearly half of children and young people in Dumfries and Galloway who need support are waiting too long to receive help
Torthorwald's Cruck cottage Heritage group chairman hands over the reins
Bill Lawson is a founder member over the group who took over the responsibility and running of the site in 2003
Huge crowd for Nith Valley Amateur Boxing Club's show in Dumfries
Head coach Mark Dawson organised the event and paid tribute to those who fought on the day and those who helped him make it such a successful occasion
Dumfries care worker who shouted and swore at young person struck off
Melanie Woods also pushed another young person and called them a “bully”
Do you have Ellisland stories to share?
PEOPLE with a strong connection to Robert Burns’ farm near Dumfries are wanted for an exciting new oral history project. Ellisland Farm and Museum want to interview people with a close connection to the 18th century farm, which was built by the bard for his young family. They want to piece togethe...