Catering companies in Dumfries and Galloway turn down huge festival opportunity

A Dumfries and Galloway social worker was applauded by dozens of councillors and officials for her national achievements.

A Dumfries town centre bakery which broke council planning rules has avoided any punishment.

The joint leaders of Dumfries and Galloway Council are maintaining their united front and insist it is business as usual.

Robert Niro and his Tribeca Festival Co-Founder Jane Rosenthal have joined the chorus of calls for Iranian actress Taraneh Alidoosti to be released from prison, along with “other members of Iran’s art and entertainment community who have risked their lives to speak out against the government.”

, has been striking a balance between regal and relatable in her many appearances in the run-up to Christmas–the first one for the royal family since the passing of in September. Yes, there have been  by Jenny Packham and Needle & Thread (the former worn with the ), and  in burgundy, one of the royal’s most-worn colors—but we’ve also seen the Princess in and courtesy of the , and  while decorating her Christmas tree.Now, Kate has offered up another take on festive knitwear in a promo for Royal Carols: Together At Christmas, filmed on 15 December and due to air on Christmas Eve on ITV in the UK: a , with gold braided trim and black diamanté buttons.The black shade is notable: members of the royal family never wear it except when in mourning, and this year’s carol service is dedicated to the memory of the Queen. “Her Majesty held Christmas close to her heart, as a time that brought people together and reminded us of the importance of faith, friendship and family, and to show empathy and compassion,” the Princess says in the teaser. This content can also be viewed on the site it from.She continued, “This year, we’ve invited hundreds of inspiring individuals to the service.

The joint leaders of Dumfries and Galloway Council are maintaining their united front and insist it is business as usual.

Police officers are urging people to stay safe and not to be complacent over the festive period.

A warning has been issued that council services are at “absolute breaking point”.

Oscar-winning director Asghar Farhadi has demanded the release of actress Taraneh Alidoosti, who was arrested in Iran.

School meals in Dumfries and Galloway are being disrupted by the cost of living crisis and food supply difficulties.

Hospital campaigners are demanding an urgent summit with health board chiefs following a packed public meeting in Newton Stewart on Saturday.

The high number of rape cases recorded in Dumfries and Galloway this year are mainly historic offences, the region’s police chief has revealed.

Pressing ahead with plans for a multi-million pound cancer facility in the region should be a priority according to the health board’s top man.

Dumfries cricketer Chris McBride has been making his mark on the pitch for Scotland in the heat of Namibia whilst his former Dumfries Cricket Club team mates have been putting the gloves on for the icy conditions at home.

Iranian authorities have arrested Taraneh Alidoosti, one of the country’s best known actresses, after she expressed solidarity with anti-government demonstrators in a social media post.

Firefighters are the next public service workers preparing for potential strike action in Dumfries and Galloway.

Dumfries and Galloway Citizens Advice Service is encouraging people worried about heating their homes this winter to seek help on energy bills and the cost of living.