Newton Stewart30 Oct 2024In-patient return ruled out at cottage hospitalsThe Dumfries and Galloway sites will be developed as "community hubs" offering a range of services.30 Oct 2024South Scotland22 Oct 2024Future of four cottage hospitals to be decided next weekOptions for the Dumfries and Galloway sites range from reopening to in-patients to complete closure.22 Oct 2024South Scotland9 Oct 2024In pictures: Film explores 'remote and fragile' landscapeThe conservation and restoration challenges facing south-west Scotland were captured over 12 months.9 Oct 20243 Oct 2024Roads firm defends 96-mile diversion routeAmey has advised drivers to allow up to two-and-a-half hours to complete the detour off the A75.3 Oct 2024South Scotland12 Sep 2024Teenager airlifted to hospital after three-vehicle crashThe 17-year-old girl was seriously hurt in the accident near Newton Stewart on Wednesday.12 Sep 2024South Scotland5 Aug 2024Heavy downpours strike across southern ScotlandA Met Office yellow warning runs until midnight and mainly covers part of Dumfries and Galloway.5 Aug 2024South Scotland20 May 2024What should we do with our cottage hospitals?The four sites in southern Scotland have not accepted in-patients since the Covid pandemic.20 May 2024South Scotland14 May 2024Endoscopes help keep tabs on tawny owl chicksThe equipment - usually used for medical purposes - helps to ensure the birds are not disturbed.14 May 2024South Scotland26 Feb 2024Dragonfly haven hopes for old quarry pondA small slice of Galloway Forest Park is being turned over to attempts to boost insect numbers.26 Feb 2024South Scotland