The 2026 Qualifications Scotland (QS) results present a mixed picture, with strong attainment in S4 and some encouraging improvements in S5 attainment.
Dumfries and Galloway Council has marked the start of construction on the Whitesands Flood Protection Project with a ground breaking ceremony at Greensands.
A local lip-reading group supporting people with hearing loss has received national recognition at the National Adult Learning Awards 2025, held at the Scottish Parliament on 29 January.