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Perth and Kinross councillors vote for 10 per cent council tax increase
Perth and Kinross Councillors Back 10% Council Tax Increase Perth and Kinross councillors have recently voted to support a financial plan that includes a 10% increase in council tax for the years 2025/26 and 2026/27, and a 6% increase in 2027/28. The decision, made on Wednesday, was met with both support and opposition from councillors.…
Lockerbie Disaster celebration of ‘remembrance and gratitude’
A special service is set to take place at Lockerbie’s Tundergarth Parish Church on December 21st to commemorate the 36th anniversary of the tragic act of terrorism that shook the world. The Dumfries and Galloway church, along with other iconic sites at Tundergarth, will host a community celebration of “remembrance and gratitude” in memory of…
Fate for last pub in Stirlingshire village set to be decided amid community concerns
The future of the last pub in a village in Stirlingshire is hanging in the balance as the community anxiously awaits a decision. Tavern 1851, a historical establishment in Buchlyvie, closed suddenly earlier this year, leaving locals hopeful for its revival. However, a planning application from Pop Staycations to convert the pub into short-term holiday…
End in sight for Dumfries dad on 12 day challenge
Dumfries Dad Nears End of 12-Day Challenge to Support Underprivileged Kids this Christmas Dumfries dad Richie Nicoll is approaching the finale of his 12-day fundraising challenge by climbing Criffel to raise funds for disadvantaged children in the region this Christmas. With every arduous step, carrying around 50lbs in weight from a backpack and an SUV…
ITVX streaming service down as hundreds of users complain
ITVX streaming service experiences outage as numerous users lodge complaints The ITVX streaming service encountered technical difficulties earlier today, affecting users’ ability to access their favourite programmes. Reports from the outage monitoring service Downdetector indicate a significant increase in complaints early on Friday morning, with a surge in reports starting at 3:36 am and peaking…
Scotland hit with 13-hour snow warning as Storm Darragh looms with ‘danger to life’ winds
Scotland faces a 13-hour snow warning as Storm Darragh approaches, bringing potentially dangerous winds. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning set to begin on Friday night and last until Saturday morning. A 550-mile ice wall is expected to impact the UK, with 2 to 5cm of snow forecasted above 200 or 300m,…
Team work at centre of Dumfries and Galloway’s safety campaign
Teamwork is at the heart of Dumfries and Galloway’s latest safety campaign, as various organisations come together to ensure the well-being of residents and visitors. Inspector Amy Ritchie from Police Scotland led the launch of the campaign in Dumfries town centre, joined by partners such as the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service, Street Pastors, Ambulance…
Travis frontman Fran Healy sparks hotel evacuation after burning toast at 5am
Travis frontman Fran Healy sparks hotel evacuation after burning toast at 5am The lead singer of Travis, Fran Healy, caused quite a stir when he accidentally set off the fire alarm in a hotel after burning toast in the early hours of the morning. Fran Healy, 51, was staying at the Kingsland Locke Hotel in…
Dumfriesshire businesses tour for Scottish Labour Leader
Dumfriesshire businesses had the opportunity to showcase their enterprises to Scottish Labour Leader Anas Sarwar MSP and Scottish economy spokesperson Daniel Johnson MSP during a recent visit. Accompanied by South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth, the politicians engaged with local businesses to understand their challenges and explore the potential opportunities available in the region. Mr Smyth…
ScotRail trains amongst UK rush-hour services hit by delays after nationwide fault
ScotRail Trains Among UK Rush-Hour Services Hit by Delays After Nationwide Fault ScotRail commuters faced delays this morning due to a major nationwide fault affecting the UK railway network. The issue has impacted at least eight lines and is related to the radio system used between train drivers and signallers. Other services affected include The…