Plans have been submitted to construct nearly 300 new homes on the outskirts of Dumfries. Wheatley Homes South, a social housing landlord, is moving forward with their proposal to develop Catherinefield Farm at Heathhall after hosting various public events. This initiative follows Wheatley’s completion of 89 affordable homes in a £22.9 million project at the…

A dental expert has revealed a simple way to check for bad breath at home, as many people may be concerned about the freshness of their breath. The dentist shared three main reasons for smelly breath and suggested a quick test individuals can do themselves to assess their breath. The expert advised a straightforward method…

Dumfries and Galloway’s NHS dental registration rate has been revealed as the lowest in Scotland, according to new figures released by Public Health Scotland. The data indicates a troubling trend, with approximately 2,000 fewer people having seen an NHS dentist in the region over the past three months. This decline comes amidst the backdrop of…

A business owner has made headlines for refusing to participate in Black Friday sales due to concerns over the event’s impact on consumerism and ethics. Black Friday, known as the biggest day for sales and promotions, has many shoppers eagerly seeking deals for the upcoming holiday season. However, there is a growing movement against Black…

Four planes were involved in two separate collisions at Boston Logan International Airport, causing travel chaos and leading to pilots being rushed to the hospital. The incidents took place just hours apart on Monday, leaving planes with broken wings and passengers shaken up. The first collision involved a smaller Frontier Airlines plane bound for Texas…

Accies-supporting Musician Boosts Player’s Movember Efforts with Festive Record Hamilton Academical player Reghan Tumilty received a generous boost for his Movember fundraising campaign from a dedicated fan and talented musician. Iona Sky, a supporter of New Douglas Park, is the lead singer of the band After You. Together, they have produced a four-track Christmas EP,…

Rural Stirling Nursery Faces Closure following Scottish Government Approval A rural Stirling nursery in Crianlarich is set to close permanently after receiving approval from the Scottish Government. The closure was initially proposed by Stirling Council’s children and young people committee in September as a cost-saving measure. The decision to close the nursery, which has seen…

Gardening expert reveals clever way to protect plants from frost for free As temperatures plummet, the threat of frost looms over our plants and flowers. However, a gardening expert has shared a little-known, cost-effective method to safeguard them against the cold winter chill. @gardening.with.ish, a popular TikTok influencer known for his gardening tips, suggests using…

Clara Dao, a prominent body positivity influencer, has defiantly responded to online trolls who have made derogatory remarks about her breast size, claiming that she will not be able to breastfeed due to being “flat-chested”. Known for her empowering content that aims to make slender women feel acknowledged and promote the message that beauty comes…