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Stewartry residents presented with British Empire Medals in Kirkcudbright
Stewart residents honoured with British Empire Medals in Kirkcudbright Two esteemed residents of Stewartry were awarded the British Empire Medal during a special ceremony held in Kirkcudbright. Nigel Scott from Gatehouse and David McMath from Castle Douglas were presented with the prestigious accolade by The Lord Sinclair, who serves as the Lord Lieutenant of the…
Stewartry’s only council-run swimming pool could be facing the axe
Stewartry Swimming Pool Faces Closure Threat Stewartry’s only council-run swimming pool in Castle Douglas is at risk of closure as part of a budget consultation by the local authority. With the need to cut £10 million from the budget annually for the next three years, the public is being asked to consider nearly 50 options…
Stewartry to remember the fallen on Remembrance Sunday
Stewartry to commemorate fallen soldiers on Remembrance Sunday The Stewartry district is gearing up to pay tribute to the fallen soldiers this upcoming Remembrance Sunday. Several services and parades are scheduled across the district to honour the occasion. Representatives from Legion Scotland in Dalbeattie will begin the day at Haugh of Urr at 9.45am, followed…
Dumfries and Galloway arts centre in running for top award
Dumfries and Galloway Arts Centre Nominated for Top Award The CatStrand in New Galloway has been selected as a contender for the prestigious title of Venue of the Year at the upcoming Scots Trad Music Awards. Operated by the Glenkens Community and Arts Trust (GCAT), this recognition is a testament to the diverse array of…
More than 120 children enjoy Twynholm Hallowe’en pumpkin trail
More than 120 children enjoyed a spooktacular evening at the Twynholm Hallowe’en pumpkin trail, as reported by the Daily Record. The event, organized by Elaine Manson with assistance from her daughter Jessica Craig, saw a fantastic turnout of children from the community. Local businesses and residents sponsored various prizes and treats for the participating children.…
Dumfries and Galloway councillors criticise Galloway National Park consultation events
Dumfries and Galloway councillors express concerns over Galloway National Park consultation events Five Stewartry councillors have raised issues with the public events schedule for the Galloway National Park consultation. NatureScot, the agency responsible for the process, has announced 16 dates for community input, with venues like Kirkcudbright, Kippford, and Carsphairn on the list, but omitting…
Probe into death of Scots prisoner at notorious jail to begin
Probe to Commence into Death of Scottish Prisoner at Notorious Jail An investigation has been initiated into the death of a Scottish prisoner at a notorious prison, as confirmed by the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service (COPFS). The deceased, Michael Charlton, was discovered in his cell at HMP Barlinnie in the late afternoon of…
Police statement in full after Liam Payne tragic death and three charged
Police Statement Following Liam Payne’s Tragic Death and Three Charged Argentinian police have made a statement regarding the tragic death of Liam Payne, with three individuals now facing charges in connection with the incident. The authorities in Buenos Aires, Argentina, announced on November 7 that three suspects are currently under formal investigation following the passing…
Funding gives a boost to charging points for electric vehicles
Funding boosts the expansion of electric vehicle charging points in South Lanarkshire, the Daily Record reports. The £3.5 million funding will enable South Lanarkshire Council, along with seven other councils in the Glasgow City Region, to install over 3000 additional charging points in the region. These new charging points will be implemented by a private…
Eating chia seeds daily for two weeks can ‘slash belly fat’, according to health expert
Consuming Chia Seeds Daily Can Reduce Belly Fat, Says Health Expert Health enthusiasts are raving about the benefits of incorporating chia seeds into your daily diet. According to Health Hub, a popular health advocate on TikTok, consuming chia seeds daily for just two weeks can lead to a variety of positive effects on the body…