Borgue Area Road Works

We have been informed about plans for surface dressing on several local roads during the first week of July. The Kirkcudbright Bridge is scheduled to be opened to cars and light vans on Wednesday, 2nd July. 2 July 2025 – C32s Twynholm (The Beeches)2-3 July 2025 – C54s High Borgue2-4 July 2025 – B727 The … Read more

Electricity Meter RTS Switch-Off

The following information has been received from Neighbourhood Watch Scotland Hello from the Neighbourhood Watch Scotland team NWS is currently collaborating with E-On Next to promulgate critical information in respect of the forthcoming Radio Teleswitch Service (RTS) switch off, scheduled for 30th June 2025. The switch off will affect households using older electricity meters to heat … Read more

Lairdmannoch Energy Park Update

An update from Wind2 on the planning process for the proposed wind and solar energy park near Glengap. The application is now live on the Scottish Energy Consent Unit’s portal. You can view the full details and make representations – whether in support or objection – via the following link:https://www.energyconsents.scot/ApplicationDetails.aspx?cr=ECU00004900 The closing date for representations … Read more

D&G Council Agrees New Leader and Administration

At a special meeting of Full Council today (Monday 16 June), councillors agreed a new administration with immediate effect. In summary: The news comes following today’s resignation of former Convener (Depute Leader/Civic Head) Cllr Malcolm Johnstone and Depute Convener (Leader) Gail Macgregor with immediate effect. Convener, Councillor Katie Hagmann, said:  “What our communities need most … Read more

Youth Beatz Fringe – After School Fair – 24th June in Kirkcudbright

Tuesday 24th June, 4:30-7:30pm at Kirkcudbright Academy There’s tones of fun to be had at this Youth Beatz Fringe Festival. Local DJs show off their talent while you enjoy inflatables, capture the flag laser tag style, traditional fair games and more! The Fringe Festival provides activities for young people and their families, with the events … Read more