Kirkconnel27 Feb 2026New 20mph speed limits for towns and villages on A76Carronbridge, Thornhill, Sanquhar and Kirkconnel will get the new speed limit during March. 27 Feb 20261 Feb 2026Air traffic control concerns over plans for 200m tall wind turbinesThe body responsible for managing the UK's airspace opposes the project in southern Scotland.1 Feb 202623 Jan 2026How nine towns hope to spend their slice of £20mVolunteer-led teams from Stranraer to Eyemouth draw up ideas to help create new jobs in their area.23 Jan 202616 Dec 2025Wind farm approved despite grouse impact fearsThe plans near Sanquhar have been given the green light despite an RSPB Scotland objection.16 Dec 20259 Sep 2025Council defends new bus service despite complaintsThere have been issues with children getting to school and fewer evening services in Dumfries and Galloway.9 Sep 202522 Jun 2025The former coal mine which became a work of artIt is 10 years since a "brutal eyesore" in southern Scotland was transformed by the late Charles Jencks.22 Jun 20254 Mar 2024Miners' strike divisions 'have never gone away'Miners' strike memories, from throwing stones at "scabs" to soup kitchens, are still vivid 40 years on.4 Mar 202413 Dec 2023Wind farm power line requires major tree fellingA large area would need to be cleared in order to avoid damage from trees uprooted by wind.13 Dec 202324 May 2023Concern over wind farm impact on Prestwick AirportExperts say plans for a site near Sanquhar could have an "operational impact" on the airport.24 May 2023...
