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Dumfries and Galloway Standard
Too young to serve but not too young to suffer...
NEW BOOK WAR BABIES GIVES A VOICE TO THE UK CHILDREN OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR. MARION MCMULLEN LOOKS AT THE CHALLENGES YOUNGSTERS FACED
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November 14, 2025
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Popular local couple mark big anniversary
George and Margaret celebrate 70 years together
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November 14, 2025
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Elderly and vulnerable facing severe cuts to health and social care
The huge strain on health and social care services in Dumfries and Galloway is threatening the council's \"overall financial resilience\", a council chief has warned.
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November 14, 2025
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Dalry Secondary facing closure in new process
The future of Dalry Secondary is in doubt after education chiefs moved towards the first step in a school closure process.
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November 14, 2025
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CONFIDENT QUEENS LOOK TO EXTEND UNBEATEN RUN
McMenamin: Momentum building ahead of New Central Park showdown
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November 14, 2025
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Council confirms that small schools still viable
Small two-class schools will still be viable in remote rural areas in Dumfries and Galloway, it has been confirmed.
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November 14, 2025
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Call for action on ‘highways from hell’
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\".
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November 14, 2025
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Join in fun as Dumfries lights up to celebrate countdown to Christmas
Dumfries is switching on to Christmas today.
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November 14, 2025
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New rules to stop online abuse of council workers
MARC MCLEAN
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November 14, 2025
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Court case details were misleading
We would like to point out that some details of a court case published in the Galloway News on October 30 were incorrect.
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November 14, 2025
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Angela very concerned over NHS waiting lists
Local woman suffered a near-fatal heart-attack
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November 14, 2025
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Updated review of schools
An updated review of Dumfries and Galloway schools and their sustainability for the future has been drawn up by council bosses.
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November 14, 2025
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It's a privilege getting older
Girls Aloud star Nicola Roberts opens up to LARA OWEN about loss and why she's done with the pursuit of youth
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November 14, 2025
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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.
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November 14, 2025
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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.
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November 14, 2025
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Council to spend big on events
Nine big-name events are set to return to the region again next year-with the council spending big to help make thema success.
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November 14, 2025
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Councillors want to pick up tab for Youth Beatz
The Youth Beatz music festival looks almost certain to return in 2026 after a significant council decision this week.
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November 14, 2025
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MP alarmed at fall in local Police numbers
Police officer numbers in Dumfries and Galloway have fallen by 22 per cent since 2020 according to Galloway and West MP Finlay Carson.
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November 14, 2025
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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.
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November 14, 2025
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New tennis centre will be open to whole area
Communities will be fully consulted on the facility inspired by Keith Thom
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November 14, 2025
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Galloway Hoard’s crystal jar goes on display in Galleries
SHARON LIPTROTT
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November 14, 2025
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MURPHY WANTS MORE FROM IMPROVING SIDE
Queens boss aiming to build on recent wins
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November 11, 2025
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It pays to save if you plan to start a family
MONEY EXPERTS TELL LISA SALMON WHAT PARENTS-TO-BE NEED TO CONSIDER WHEN IT COMES TO THEIR FINANCES
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November 11, 2025
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Have I got a cough or is it pneumonia?
DON'T UNDERPLAY YOUR SYMPTOMS - YOU MIGHT NEED PROMPT TREATMENT.
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November 11, 2025
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Homes & housing hub now underway
A new £4.1 million development that will deliver nine new homes and a housing office hub in Dumfries and Galloway is well under way.
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November 11, 2025
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Annan boss proud to be Manager of the Month
Gibson thanks players and staff after win
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November 11, 2025
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Christmas Market confirmed at College
The College's Christmas Market is taking place on Thursday, November 27, from 6.30pm to 9pm and everyone is welcome - adult entry is £1 and kids free.
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November 11, 2025
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Queens stroll past rivals
Palmerston side in peak form as they hammer East Fife
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November 11, 2025
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Residents urged to have their say and help shape 10-year community plan
Heathhall proposals for housing and transport
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November 11, 2025
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Petition handed in over bank closures
South Scotland MSP Craig Hoy led a Members' Debate in the Scottish Parliament on Thursday over the growing number of bank closures across the region.
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