A unique tartan, rediscovered after decades, is transformed into stylish scarves to promote sustainability Rare Tartan for Scotland’s First-Ever Commonwealth Games Revealed Edinburgh: Project Harmless is tackling textile waste with a new tartan. They’ve turned forgotten materials into stylish accessories. This effort shows that old materials can have a new life. After sitting in a…
Dumfries’ Globe Inn welcomed guests for the 11th Burns Supper, featuring music, poetry, and traditional haggis. Historic Inn Hosts Burns Supper Celebration in Dumfries Dumfries: The 41 Club recently held their 11th Burns Supper at the Globe Inn. It’s a historic venue that added charm to the evening. Chairman Alan Price welcomed everyone and introduced…
A new dementia-friendly group in Brydekirk offers fun activities and support for locals every Wednesday morning Brydekirk Buddies Group Launches New Community Initiative for Dementia Support Annandale: A new community group is here to help. Brydekirk Buddies is all about bringing people together for fun and friendly chats. Launched in early January by Alzheimer Scotland,…
Councillors will visit Lochside to assess plans for a new concrete plant amid local opposition and environmental concerns Site Visit Scheduled Before Concrete Plant Decision in Lochside Lochside: Plans for a concrete plant are on hold. Councillors need to visit the site first. Mr. L Scott wants to build a self-batching concrete station on Irongray…
Dumfries residents face ongoing flooding issues, leaving them feeling trapped at home It’s Raining and Pouring for Fed Up Neighbours in Dumfries Dumfries: Neighbours Henry Grierson and Joyce Nish are tired of flooding. Every time it rains, they feel stuck in their homes. They live on Carrick Road in Lochside, where muddy rainwater floods the…
A recent study highlights Scotland’s top flooding hotspots, revealing the areas most at risk due to heavy rainfall. Check out the full list! Scotland Weather: Study Identifies Flooding Hotspots Across the Region Dumfries: So, the Met Office has put out some weather warnings because Storm Eowyn is on its way, bringing winds that could hit…
A local MSP is pressing the Scottish Government for answers on rising delayed discharge rates affecting patients in Dumfries and Galloway MSP Seeks Clarity on Delayed Discharge Issues in Dumfries and Galloway Dumfries: Recently, a local MSP brought up the ongoing issue of delayed discharges in the Scottish Parliament. Colin Smyth questioned Health Secretary Neil…
A historic asylum is getting a makeover into a five-star hotel and spa, blending history with luxury in a unique transformation Inside Abandoned Victorian-Era Asylum Being Transformed Into Luxury Hotel Dumfries: A 200-year-old Victorian asylum is about to undergo a stunning transformation into a five-star hotel and spa. It’s pretty wild to think about, right?…
Kids in Dumfries and Galloway can design a football kit for Queen of the South, with a chance to win a signed top! Football Kit Design Competition by DNG Online Limited Excites Kids Dumfries: Queen of the South Football Club is inviting school kids to get creative and design a new football kit. How cool…
Dumfries is lighting up buildings to raise awareness for Kawasaki Disease, a serious condition affecting children’s hearts Light Up to Protect Children’s Hearts with Red Illuminations Dumfries: This week, two key buildings in Dumfries are going to shine bright red. It’s all for International Kawasaki Disease Awareness Day. The Dumfries and Galloway Council headquarters and…
Catch the latest buzz from Palmerston, including game schedules and prize draws! Palmerston Patter – Exciting Updates from DNG Online Limited Dumfries: There’s a lot happening at Palmerston! First up, the next two home games for Queen of the South are coming up. On January 21, they’ll face Inverness at 7:45 PM, and then on…
Scotland braces for strong winds and heavy rain as a yellow warning is issued, with potential disruptions expected this weekend. Weather Alert: Disruptive Winds Expected in Scotland Amid Yellow Warning Scotland: So, the Met Office has put out a yellow weather warning, and it’s for some pretty strong winds. This warning covers a bunch of…
Dumfries is set for roadworks that will affect traffic flow and access, so plan ahead to avoid delays during the closures Closures Planned for Dumfries Bypass to Begin This Month Dumfries: There’s some roadwork action happening soon. Starting later this month, they’ll be working on the bypass between Cuckoo Bridge and Bloomfield roundabout. Amey is…
Authorities are ramping up efforts to tackle illegal dirt bike activities in Annandale Dirt Bikes Crackdown in Annandale Sparks Community Concerns Annandale: There’s been a lot of chatter lately about dirt bikes causing trouble in the area. Just this week, Lockerbie saw some wild riding that left a field in shambles. On Tuesday, photos popped…
A shocking incident in Dumfries saw takeaway workers attack a customer after he complained about his cold food delivery Takeaway Workers Assault Customer Over Complaint About Cold Kebab Dumfries: So, there was this wild scene last July when a guy named Jason Goldie got attacked by some takeaway workers. It all started when he complained…
