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Stirlingshire charity founder given royal award after life-changing work
The former Killearn Primary and Balfron High Pupil was presented with the honour for her work at a charity providing opportunities for young people with additional support needs.
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Questions asked of council boss’ mileage claim
EYEBROWS have been raised at a mileage claim for £627.75 made by Dumfries and Galloway Council’s chief executive. Dawn Roberts’ – above – claim covered the miles made in her own car during the 2024-25 year . It is classed as ‘grey mileage’ as she is seeking reimbursement for using her p...
Health and social care emergency to be declared
A MOTION has been submitted to declare a health and social care emergency in Dumfries and Galloway. The Labour Group will raise the issue at a meeting of the full council next week. Explaining how it’s come about, group depute leader Cllr Linda Dorward said: “Social care in Dumfries and Galloway...
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Ghostly goings on at the tower
A NIGHT of history, mystery, and hauntings has taken place at Gilnockie Tower near Canonbie. The Mostly Ghostly team visited the ancient tower for their first-ever public ghost hunt. They were shown round by project manager Ian Martin, who shared the powerful history of the Border Reivers and the ev...
Author tour ended happily ever after
A FORMER Children’s Laureate has praised youngsters across Dumfries and Galloway whom he met on a school tour. Author Joseph Coelho, above, led secondary school visits in the region as part of the third annual Big Dog Schools Tour, organised by Wigtown Festival Company (WFC). And this week he said...
Inquiry following tractor accident death
A FATAL accident inquiry will examine the death of a farmer who was involved in a tractor accident in Wigtownshire. The Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS) has lodged a first notice to begin the court process into the death of Brian McColm. Mr McColm, 68, farmer and owner of Awhirk Fa...
Big Xmas toy giveaway
ONE lucky child from Dumfriesshire could win this year’s top 15 Christmas toys. For Dumfries toy shop, Toy Town, are running a festive giveaway of all the toys on the DreamToys list 2025. They are: Dress To Impress Mystery Model Dolls (£12.99) Gui Gui Shimmer Deluxe Pack (£19.99) Hot Wheels Raci...
Ceremony heralds new era for rural church
JARDINES from around the world descended on Applegarth Church on Sunday to celebrate its transition to new owners. The clan, through the Friends of Applegarth Church SCIO, took possession of the building’s keys in a ceremonial handover. Bagpipes heralded the historic occasion, which marks a new le...
Harbour solstice walk returns
ANNAN Harbour Action Group will complete their annual Winter Solstice Walk on Sunday December 21. And you are invited to join them for a magical community walk from Barnkirk Point to Annan Harbour. There will be a free bus in operation from opposite the Blue Bell Inn to Newbie at 4.30 pm and 5 pm [â...
Statement win for Newton
NEWTON Stewart Rugby Club delivered a trouncing 80-3 National Two victory over Stewart’s Melville in Edinburgh last Saturday. The squad were relentless from start to finish as they dismantled their opponents to remain at the top of the table. This Saturday Newton return to Bladnoch Park for their ...
Bronze medal for Mouat
SCOTLAND’S World Champions overcame their own disappointment, as well as high calibre opposition, to maintain their record of always medalling at the Le Gruyère AOP European Curling Championships, with a dominant performance in the bronze medal game against Italy. The 9-3 victory saw skip Bruce M...
Edgar is Blues hometown hero
STRANRAER’S very own Ryan Edgar fired home an extra time winner against Lowland League high-flyers Clydebank to seal the Blues a spot in the fourth round of the Scottish Cup. The Stair Park side beat the Bankies 2-1 on home turf following 120 minutes of play, in which little separated the two team...
Lochar hit six to go top
LOCHAR Thistle moved into top spot in the South of Scotland League following a 6-0 victory away to Nithsdale Wanderers last Saturday. From the off Lochar played with a high tempo and fast intensity and were a constant threat to the hosts. In a blistering first half Thistle rattled in five goals. The...
Win serves as perfect tonic
THE Black and Golds scored four without reply as they secured a comfortable passage into the fourth round of the Scottish Cup last Saturday at Galabank. Buckie Thistle are a good Highland League outfit, but Athletic were professional in the way in which they went about their business and could have ...
Burgh set for Alba Cup showdown
LOCHMABEN boss Nathan Doyle says his side will hold nothing back in tonight’s Alba Cup final clash against Lochar Thistle. Doyle, currently in his second season in charge of the Burgh, knows his side head into the Raydale Park contest as underdogs against their league rivals. Thistle won the compe...
Food bank site in Dumfries and Galloway closed after ‘breaches of food hygiene regulations’
The First Base Agency’s Buccleuch Street site has been shut following an inspection.
Malnourishment fears for Stirling older people as stats reveal scale of issue
The bombshell figures released by the Food Train charity have highlighted that almost 30 per cent of older people across Stirling and Clackmannanshire are at risk.
Gorgeous Scottish country house with 'breathtaking views' hits the market
"It offers buyers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a high quality lifestyle."
Heavy rain warning issued for Glasgow and the south west - all you need to know
Most of Scotland's south west is under a Met Office weather warning today, with risks of flooding and 60mm of rain in some areas.
Star success for Amanda
A MEMBER of Dumfries and Galloway Council’s legal team has received an award from the Scottish Paralegal Association. Amanda Beck from was named a Paralegal Super Star Award. She has over 20 years’ legal experience and nearly ten years with the council, specialising in property and conveyancing ...