Kirkcudbright6 days agoRural schools to stay shut as just two pupils seek to enrolFive primaries in Dumfries and Galloway will stay shut in 2026/27 as pupil numbers fall across the region.6 days ago28 Apr 2026Solar panels fitted at historic hydro power stationIt will provide back-up supplies for the Lanark and Galloway hydro schemes which date back decades.28 Apr 202625 Mar 2026Plans to introduce more 20mph zones in Dumfries and GallowayWhat do residents of south-west Scotland think of the expanding 20mph zones across the area?25 Mar 202619 Mar 2026Council struggles to safety check its 1,500 bridgesThe local authority in Dumfries and Galloway is responsible for a large number of "ageing assets".19 Mar 202610 Mar 2026Woman dies in hospital after being found following major searchNancy Hill, 81, from Kirkcudbright, was reported missing on Monday night after her silver Citroen Picasso was discovered at Dhoon beach.10 Mar 20261 Mar 2026Why is a Glasgow team joining the South of Scotland league?Saltire City FC - from Shettleston - will do battle with sides from Dumfries and Galloway next season.1 Mar 20267 Feb 2026The Scottish rugby player so good a match was named after himArthur Smith from Castle Douglas combined his rugby exploits with academic and business success.7 Feb 202626 Jan 2026Football league with 134-year history in hunt for new teamsThe South of Scotland League - dating back to 1892 - wants to avoid numbers falling to single figures.26 Jan 202620 Jan 2026Could visiting book lovers boost our towns' high streets? BBC Scotland speaks to people involved in the book community in south west Scotland.20 Jan 2026...
