Dumfries & Galloway Standard

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Publication date:: 2022-04-22

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New rules to stop online abuse of council workers
New social media rules have been implemented by Dumfries and Galloway Council to protect staff from online abuse.
Retailer Graham wins top honour for local services
Dumfriesshire independent retailer, GrahamWatson BEM, has won a top accolade in the Scottish Grocer Awards 2025.
Region remembers fallen war heroes
Services of Remembrance and wreath laying ceremonies took place at war memorials and in faith venues across Dumfriesshire on Sunday in honour of those who lost their lives in the two world wars and the many conflicts since.
Sports Quiz
test your sporting knowledge with our bumper quiz 1. Who did Rafael Nadal defeat in the final to win his first French Open title in 2005?
Callforaction on'highways fromhell'
Dumfries and Galloway MP John Cooper has written to council leader Stephen Thompson urging him to ask Transport Secretary Fiona Hyslop to take action on"the highways from hell".
Kind-hearted Karen receives BEM for fighting kids' hunger
From a self-taught chef in charge of"cook chill"at the Crichton Royal Hospital to seven years working to end hunger among the community of Lochside, Karen Wylie is a true force for good.
Drugs pair charged
A man and a woman have been arrested and charged following the discovery of drugs in Dumfries valued at £13,000.
Civic Daze put on great night
Thousands of people gathered in Dalbeattie's Colliston Park on Saturday night to enjoy a fantastic fireworks display.
BEATSON FUNDRAISER GOES SWIMMINGLY
A sunrise swim at Mossyard beach was organised by Sarah Redman of Swim the Lochs to help a local charity fundraising initiative.
Show to help drivers over 60 stay safe on road
A driver MOT roadshow is to visit the region this week as part of Scotland-wide Fitness to Drive campaign tour.