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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.
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Nith Inshore Rescue Thanks Public for Support Amid Funding Appeal
Nith Inshore Rescue would like to extend heartfelt thanks to the local community, businesses, and individuals who have rallied behind the charity following its recent appeal for financial support. Jamie Milligan, Treasurer of Nith Inshore Rescue, said: “We are incredibly grateful for the outpourin...
Top Award For Regenerated Dumfries Building
Honour for Midsteeple Quarter’s landmark Dumfries High Street development, described as “an incredible project” The transformation of a formerly abandoned site in Dumfries town centre has picked up a top design accolade. ARPL Architects was presented with a Gold Award in the affordable homes c...
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Nominate your Dumfries and Galloway Unsung Hero
Organisers behind the Dumfries & Galloway Unsung Hero Awards, have announced that nominations are officially open for 2025! This brand-new celebration takes place on Friday, 10th October The Cairndale Hotel & Spa, honouring the incredible individuals and groups who go above and beyond to m...
Special presentation
A Hope Church representative presented bibles to this year’s Annan Riding of the Marches principals. This has now become an annual event since the church started. Kieran, from Hope Church, said: “Annan Riding of The Marches is a community event that brings people together. Presenting bibles to t...
Training programme launches
A NEW national training opportunity for Scotland’s arts and culture organisations has just launched, with applications invited from this region. The Cultural Business Development Programme (CBDP), designed and delivered by Curated Place with support from Creative Scotland, begins this September. I...
New financial hub opens in Newton Stewart as town's last bank set to close
Cash Access UK has opened the facility in a temporary home at Vibe75 ahead of Bank of Scotland closing its branch on Thursday.
Highland Games was a success
ANNAN RFC held their popular Highland Games event on Saturday. Great fun was had despite the dreich weather. Highlights included tug of war, Highland dancing and caber tossing. See this week's paper for more results and photos. The post Highland Games was a success appeared first on DNG Online Limit...
Cumbria driving crackdown warning
DRIVERS crossing the border are warned that Cumbria Police is supporting a nationwide Fatal Four road safety campaign running throughout July. Operation Spotlight will target speeding, using a mobile phone at the wheel, not wearing a seatbelt and driving under the influence of drink and/or drugs. In...
Stranraer ready for the Skiffies
HUNDREDS of rowers are making their final preparations for the SkiffieWorlds 2025 in Stranraer this weekend. Running from 6-12 July, the town will welcome a record-breaking 79 clubs and 2000 plus competitors from four continents compete in the largest ever gathering of community-built St Ayles coast...
New date for blood donation session
THORNHILL residents have been asked to give blood this weekend after a late date change. The donation session at Wallace Hall Academy will now take place on Sunday from 10.30 am to 12.30 pm and 2-3.30 pm. The Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) is welcoming anyone who can help, sayin...
Disability Confident accreditation for council
DUMFRIES and Galloway Council has officially achieved Disability Confident Leader status – the highest level of accreditation under the UK Government’s Disability Confident scheme. This milestone recognises the council’s ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace wher...
Do you know an unsung hero?
NOMINATIONS are officially open for the Dumfries & Galloway Unsung Hero Awards 2025. The brand-new celebration takes place on October 10 at The Cairndale Hotel, honouring the incredible individuals and groups who go above and beyond to make a difference in local communities—often without seeki...
Dumfries motorists face lengthy delays due to 'urgent repairs' at key junction
Work has started from the A701 turning from the Bloomfield roundabout on the A75 Dumfries bypass.
Backlash from campaigners has forced welcome rethink on PIP plans
We must now hope the UK Government continues to listen to MPs and anti-poverty campaigners to ensure robust safeguards are in place to protect the most vulnerable in society.
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
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.
Gala pics
It was fun and games at Lochmaben Gala on Saturday.
The post Gala pics appeared first on DNG Online Limited.
Farmer delivers ‘little miracle’ baby hare in emergency roadside Caesarean
Robert Craig performed the operation with a pen knife.
'Do not travel' warning after tree causes 'significant damage' on Scots rail line
All services north of Carlise are terminated with disruption expected for the rest of the day in Scotland.