Whitesands Project Update

As the Whitesands Project moves through its first phase of construction, activity continues to increase across the project area. Works are currently progressing at Greensands and Mill Green, with surveys, site investigations and preparatory works helping to pave the way for the construction of new flood protection infrastructure. Click on the image above for the … Read more

Terrific Twos Entitlement

Have you discovered the big benefits of Early Learning and Childcare? What is Early Learning and Childcare (ELC)? Here’s the really good bit…around a quarter of 2 year olds are entitled to up to 1140 hours of subsidised childcare. This is free to you, funded by the Scottish Government and local authorities like us. That … Read more

D&G Biodiversity Action Plan Engagement

We’re inviting views from environmental organisations, community groups, stakeholders and residents on biodiversity in Dumfries and Galloway. Your views will help us update our Local Biodiversity Action Plan (LBAP) and shape how we protect and restore nature across the region. Biodiversity is the variety of all living things – from plants and animals to fungi … Read more

Gracefield Printmakers’ Workshop and exhibitions

The Gracefield Printmakers’ Workshop welcomes new members and learners with something for everyone in our upcoming programme including linocut, etching, screen-printing and more.  Whether you are a complete beginner or want to enhance your current skills, our expert tutors can help. One day courses are on Saturdays, with two-day courses continuing Sundays. Course fees include … Read more

The Travelling Auctioneers – Casting Call

Would you like to take part in a new series of the BBC’s The Travelling Auctioneers? If your home is overflowing with interesting items that you would love to take to auction and if you have some items in need of repair – our team of experts would love to help!  Apply now: https://www.stvstudios.com/take-part/  Email … Read more

Cyberbyte

Cyberbyte: being a victim of cybercrime can have a profound emotional effect;NCSC (National Cyber Security Centre) have guidance and actions you can take to support you in responding to a Cyberattack. https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/, Advice and Guidance; ranges from support with phishing, hacked accounts, online shopping fraud and sextortion and there is also guidance for families;Age Scotland … Read more