Newton Stewart4 days agoTycoon says lifeboat charity's criticism could 'discourage' future donationsThe criticism was over a company's decision to pause fuel donations, which were used to power rescue boats and blue light response vehicles.4 days ago4 days agoPlans to introduce more 20mph zones in Dumfries and GallowayWhat do residents of south-west Scotland think of the expanding 20mph zones across the area?4 days ago20 Mar 2026Filling station pulls the plug on free fuel deal for lifeboat serviceNith Inshore Rescue says it could affect its ability to "train, respond and save lives".20 Mar 202611 Mar 2026Outlander star highlights the attractions of his homelandSam Heughan tells fellow business owners he is a "bit annoyed" by people ignoring southern Scotland.11 Mar 202610 Mar 2026Schools locked down after bull went on the loose Hundreds of pupils at two south of Scotland schools were kept indoors until the animal was caught.10 Mar 202630 Jan 2026A legal blunder allowed the man who abused us at school to escape justice – until nowWilliam Brydson, who was "head of care" at a Newton Stewart boarding school, has been jailed for a litany of offences.30 Jan 202626 Jan 2026Football league with 134-year history in hunt for new teamsThe South of Scotland League - dating back to 1892 - wants to avoid numbers falling to single figures.26 Jan 202621 Jan 2026Former school housemaster jailed for raping vulnerable childrenWilliam Brydson, 78, committed the offences when he was head of care at a school in Newton Stewart.21 Jan 20266 Jan 2026Aberdeenshire Council declares 'major incident' after days of heavy snowHundreds of schools remained shut across Scotland on Tuesday, and closures will continue on Wednesday.6 Jan 2026...