A report outlines the deterioration of the structure which shut recently - splitting a town in two.

The Crichton Trust says it believes it is emerging from a period of "significant financial strain".

Most of Kirkcudbright's volunteer crew would usually use the crossing to get to their boat.

The Conservative-led ruling group in Dumfries and Galloway is considering its position at the helm.

Ten local authorities with a combined population of more than a million people set their tax rates.

Campaigners say rising costs and other priorities should see the proposals for a Dumfries town dropped.

Campaigners for and against the designation for Galloway hail the stance of councillors as a victory.

A charity fears moving the Dumfries event from the town's Whitesands could see it "wither and die".