Dumfries and Galloway Council1 day agoCould visiting book lovers boost our towns' high streets? BBC Scotland speaks to people involved in the book community in south west Scotland.1 day ago30 Dec 2025Tolbooth work to tackle damage from previous repairsSome of the stonework of the 290-year-old Sanquhar Tolbooth is currently in a state of disrepair.30 Dec 202519 Dec 2025Children's care home rejection taken to appealA council said the site in a tiny south of Scotland hamlet was "not capable of supporting" the proposal. 19 Dec 202514 Dec 2025Flood defence go-ahead - welcome or unwanted?Residents and traders in Dumfries give their views on £68m flood plans being planned for the town.14 Dec 202511 Dec 2025Town's £68m flood scheme cleared to progressA council agrees to take forward a £68m scheme to protect a flood-prone part of Dumfries.11 Dec 20259 Dec 2025Mental health referrals rise sharply in regionThe number of people referred in Dumfries and Galloway increases by 75% according to council data. 9 Dec 20254 Dec 2025Food bank site closed over 'significant' hygiene breachesFirst Base Agency in Dumfries had to close its Buccleuch Street premises but has already found a new home. 4 Dec 20253 Dec 2025Traveller site upgrade faces pause as cost risesThe estimated cost of bringing the park near Dumfries up to minimum standards is more than £14m.3 Dec 20252 Dec 2025Council asked to consider future uses of 'notorious eyesore'A study will try to find a way to bring the former Interfloor site near Dumfries back into use.2 Dec 2025...
