Newton Stewart12 Dec 2024Council backs national park local referendum callThe local authority supports a motion seeking a vote on the proposals for the Galloway area.12 Dec 2024Scotland3 Dec 2024Second mothballed school set to close permanentlyFalling pupil numbers and recruitment issues are blamed for closing St Ninian's in Newton Stewart.3 Dec 2024South Scotland28 Nov 2024Minister rejects call for national park referendumThe rural affairs secretary says an ongoing consultation will let Galloway residents have their say. 28 Nov 2024South Scotland30 Oct 2024In-patient return ruled out at cottage hospitalsThe Dumfries and Galloway sites will be developed as "community hubs" offering a range of services.30 Oct 2024South Scotland22 Oct 2024Future of four cottage hospitals to be decided next weekOptions for the Dumfries and Galloway sites range from reopening to in-patients to complete closure.22 Oct 2024South Scotland9 Oct 2024In pictures: Film explores 'remote and fragile' landscapeThe conservation and restoration challenges facing south-west Scotland were captured over 12 months.9 Oct 20243 Oct 2024Roads firm defends 96-mile diversion routeAmey has advised drivers to allow up to two-and-a-half hours to complete the detour off the A75.3 Oct 2024South Scotland12 Sep 2024Teenager airlifted to hospital after three-vehicle crashThe 17-year-old girl was seriously hurt in the accident near Newton Stewart on Wednesday.12 Sep 2024South Scotland5 Aug 2024Heavy downpours strike across southern ScotlandA Met Office yellow warning runs until midnight and mainly covers part of Dumfries and Galloway.5 Aug 2024South Scotland
