Dumfries and Galloway Council's joint leaders maintain united front and insists its business as usual

Nine charities are benefitting from more than 600 hours of voluntary service pledged through two pop-up Kinder Shops in Dumfries last year.

The lives of geese and the challenges they face will come under the spotlight next week.

French Montana has broken his silence after ten people were reportedly injured in a shooting outside a Miami Gardens restaurant on Thursday. The musician, 38, took to Twitter on Friday where he sent 'thoughts and prayers' to those injured in the shooting - which is said to include Rob49 and a bodyguard.The shooting was said to have taken place at a music video shoot for Montana and Rob49 - but Montana clarified it was during a celebration event for his newly released Coke Boys 6 mixtape. He wrote: 'Last night, I was in Miami celebrating the release of my CB6 mixtape w/ friends at a local restaurant. 'We unfortunately were at the wrong place, at the wrong time when an incident took place that left people hurt. Our thoughts & prayers are w/ the victims & families at this time  Post: French Montana has broken his silence after ten people were reportedly injured in a shooting outside a Miami Gardens restaurant on Thursday (stock photo) Tweet: The musician, 38, took to Twitter on Friday where he sent 'thoughts and prayers' to those injured in the shooting - which is said to include Rob49 and a bodyguardMiami Police and Fire Rescue units responded to reports of a shooting at The Licking Restaurant just before 8pm on Thursday.Several hours later, the building remained cordoned off by crime scene tape as ambulances and police vehicles continued to line bust 27th Avenue in Miami Gardens.

At least 10 people were shot and seriously wounded outside a restaurant in Miami Gardens, Florida late on Thursday night. They had been there watching rapper French Montana film a music video.

High rates of respiratory illness such as the flu are being recorded across Dumfries and Galloway.

Bradley Cooper was seen out and about on Wednesday in Manhattan, spending some quality time with his adorable daughter before his 48th birthday on Thursday.The A-lister looked like the ultimate New York City dad as he appeared to be taking his five-year-old daughter Lea De Seine to school. Lea's mother, supermodel Irina Shayk, 36, was not on the outing, but rumors of a reconciliation between her and Bradley continue to run rampant.  Pre-birthday stroll: Bradley Cooper was seen out and about on Wednesday in Manhattan, spending some quality time with his adorable five-year-old daughter Lea De Seine before his 48th birthday on ThursdayCarrying Lea's pink-and-white Eloise backpack and leopard-print jacket, the nine-time Oscar nominee inhabited the role of doting father as he held his daughter's hand, guiding her through the streets of Manhattan.  Bradley sported a black 'Oslo' beanie and a brick-colored shirt, keeping it casual in gray pants and matching kicks.His unshaven features showcased some winter scruff while tortoise shades shielded his eyes. The Nightmare Alley star later wore a navy jacket for a solo stroll after he dropped off little Lea, who exhibited the flawless fashion sense of her glamorous mother.  Quality time: The A-lister looked like the ultimate New York City dad as he appeared to be taking his daughter to school A-list dad: Carrying Lea's pink-and-white Eloise backpack and leopard-print jacket, the nine-time Oscar nominee inhabited the role of doting father as he held his daughter's hand, guiding her through the streets of Manhattan Lea wore a pink gingham dress and fuzzy pink boots for her father-daughter outing.The little girl's long golden locks were kept out of her face by yellow clips, bringing a

T.J. Holmes and Amy Robach are holding tight to each other as they wade their way through this scandal.

Scandal has only brought them closer. Amy Robach and T.J. Holmes have bonded even more after their affair was made public — but their inner circles have grown smaller.

Tori Spelling continued to put on a united front with husband Dean McDermott after years of being plagued with split rumors.The TV personality, 49, and her 56-year-old husband were joined by their five children, along with his daughter, Lola, who was adopted by his ex-wife, Mary Jo Eustace as they celebrated New Year's weekend together in a snap posted on Instagram Monday. The Beverly Hills, 90210 actress, who recently spent time in the hospital shortly before Christmas due to breathing difficulties, gushed that she was excited to ring in 2023, 'as a family.'   Family time: Tori Spelling, 49, shared an adorable family photo onto her main Instagram page on Monday to celebrate the New Year  In addition to the photo that she shared to her 1.6 million followers, the actress penned a short caption, writing, 'New Year 2023,' followed by a red heart emoji.  The star added, 'About last night. Celebrated as a family,' referencing to their special celebration on New Year's Eve.

A month after ending her latest romance, Dawson's Creek alum Katie Holmes dressed down for a business meeting in New York City on Tuesday.The Ohio-born 44-year-old wore a black quilted jacket over a red-plaid shirt, baggy blue jeans, and white sneakers.Katie - who wore aviator shades over her make-up free complexion - also toted a large black leather purse and a black shopping bag during her outing. Casually clad: A month after ending her latest romance, Dawson's Creek alum Katie Holmes dressed down for a business meeting in New York City on TuesdayHolmes is newly single after ending her eight-month romance in early December with much younger bass player Bobby Wooten III because 'they just didn't work out together for the long run' - according to Us Weekly.The Alone Together director-star is currently in rehearsals for her role as movie star Julia Cheever in the Roundabout Theatre Company's off-Broadway production of The Wanderers, which begins previews January 26.Barry Edelstein is directing Anna Ziegler's play about Orthodox Jewish newlyweds, which officially opens February 16 and runs through March 26 at the Laura Pels Theater in Manhattan.

Two charities have shared a £135,000 Christmas surprise from one of the Stewartry’s biggest employers.

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

MONTANA Brown has admitted her pregnancy was a surprise after opening up on her secret struggle to become a mum. The Love Island alum, 27, announced her happy baby news last week.

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.

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”.

An unexpected love story! The film Maid in Manhattan has been captivating rom-com lovers for the past 20 years.

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.