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£1.2 million Worth of Cannabis plants Found In Old Mill In South Of Scotland

Police officers in the Scottish Borders have recovered cannabis plants with an estimated street value of around £1.2 million following an operation in Selkirk. On the morning of Tuesday, 21 November, 2023, officers executed a drugs search warrant at disused premises in the Dunsdale Road area of the town No one was arrested and enquiries […] Dumfries & Galloway News …


King’s Award for Voluntary Service for the Veterans Garden Dumfries

The Veterans Garden Dumfries has been awarded a King’s Award for Voluntary Service. Equivalent to an MBE, it is the highest honour given to local voluntary groups in the UK. The garden sits on the Crichton estate and supports veterans and their families – teaching outdoor skills, and offering friendship and mental health advice. Dumfries […] Dumfries & Galloway News …



Gallaberry Bridge Repair Breakthrough Welcomed

A conditional decision by Crown Estate Scotland to repair and reopen the closed Gallaberry Bridge, near Lockerbie for pedestrian use has been welcomed. The news was confirmed at a virtual meeting including the landowner’s director of property Oster Milambo, Local MP David Mundell and local community campaigner and walking enthusiast George Trudt. The metal and […] Dumfries & Galloway News …


Contractor Engaged to Complete Works on Landmark Building in Stranraer

Another major milestone has been reached in the redevelopment of the former George Hotel, Stranraer. Clark Contracts, has been selected to complete the work required for the creation of a new arts, culture, and activity centre, which harmonises with the original architecture of the building. This landmark building, with its rich history and architectural significance, […] Dumfries & Galloway News …


Region Celebrated National Fitness Day 2023

National Fitness Day, took place on Wednesday 20 September, and was to encouraged the nation to celebrate the fun of fitness and physical activity across the UK. It also aims to raise awareness of being physically active for overall health and wellbeing. Whilst many people love nothing more than heading out into the glorious hills […] Dumfries & Galloway News …


Record Crowds & Sizzling Performances: Music at the Multiverse 2023 Festival Sets New Heights

The two-day Music at the Multiverse festival took place at Crawick Multiverse on the 2 nd and 3 rd September. Thanks to a record crowd, amazing performances and a sizzling hot weekend of sunshine in Dumfries and Galloway, this family-friendly festival has left event organisers, visitors, locals and headliners buzzing with excitement about the potential […] Dumfries & Galloway News …


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DUMFRIES & GALLOWAY NEWS

  • Next generation of Galloway’s Sessile Oak Acorns planted by Springholm Primary School
    by RB on 30th November 2023 at 6:23 pm

    65 Sessile Oak Acorns from the famed Loch Trool Oak Trees were planted in pots earlier this month as part of ‘Acorn day’ at Springholm Primary. These should germinate through coming months and start to sprout in the new year. This was one of a few events undertaken by the Dumfries & Galloway Woodlands Initiative

  • £1.2 million Worth of Cannabis plants Found In Old Mill In South Of Scotland
    by RB on 28th November 2023 at 6:34 pm

    Police officers in the Scottish Borders have recovered cannabis plants with an estimated street value of around £1.2 million following an operation in Selkirk. On the morning of Tuesday, 21 November, 2023, officers executed a drugs search warrant at disused premises in the Dunsdale Road area of the town No one was arrested and enquiries

  • 76 Year Old Man Who Died In Car Incident At Palmerston Named
    by RB on 28th November 2023 at 9:01 am

    A man who died in a car crash at Palmerston on Lochfield Road in Dumfries, where a number of people were injured at the weekend has been named. He was 76-year-old James Maxwell Johnstone. The crash happened around 5.50pm on Saturday, 25 November, 2023. Mr Johnstone was pronounced dead at the scene. Police Sergeant Wayne Carnochan

  • Top Award For Katie
    by RB on 27th November 2023 at 5:47 pm

    Dumfries and Galloway Council were delighted to hear that Councillor Katie Hagmann, who has been the Elected Member for Mid Galloway and Wigtown West since 2017, has won the prestigious Best Councillor in Scotland Award for 2023 at The Herald Scottish Politician of the Year Awards. The Herald Scottish Politician of The Year Awards are

  • Local MSP Visits Powfoot To Learn More About Species On The Edge Project
    by RB on 27th November 2023 at 5:33 pm

    South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth recently visited Powfoot to learn more about the newly launched Species on the Edge project.   The project is a partnership programme of NatureScot and seven conservation charities, all dedicated to improving the fortunes of 37 priority species found along Scotland’s coast and islands.   With over £6 million of