With the risk of wildfires rated as ‘very high’ and ‘extreme’ in Scotland this Friday and into the weekend, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service has urged the public to take the utmost care in the countryside. The weather pattern over the next few days – dominated by low-pressure, warm air to the south and […] Dumfries & Galloway News …

A CHRISTMAS lights switch-on event has returned at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary after a three year absence – bringing cheer to staff and visitors.   Five-year-old Naomi True pushed the button to light up the giant tree in front of the hospital on Friday afternoon, having been invited due to regular visits to the […] Dumfries & Galloway News …