Official opening for new shelter in Castledykes Park in Dumfries

Four men have been arrested after allegedly meddling with fuel pumps to drastically lower the price, with officials warning that such crimes will continue as petrol costs continue to climb.

Alan Cumming says his late father’s bullying helped him pick up “good qualities” for becoming an actor.

Crisis talks were held in Dumfries today as the region prepares to welcome Ukrainian refugees fleeing war in their homeland.

Three men died after a two car crash on the A711 Dumfries to Dalbeattie road in the early hours of yesterday.

A popular Highland wildlife park has created a 30-second clip to brighten up your day – featuring their little polar bear cub playing with a carrot.

Iris Apatow is gushing over her beau! ET's Denny Directo spoke with the 19-year-old daughter of Judd Apatow and Leslie Mann and she opened up about her relationship with Kate Hudson and Chris Robinson's 18-year-old son, Ryder Robinson.«Our families have known each other since we were babies,» Iris explained. «I’ve always gone to school with him and I just didn’t really pay him any mind.»As for what made her take a second look at Ryder, Iris joked that «he got cuter,» before offering some kind words about her boyfriend, who she went Instagram official with last month.«He’s an angel. We definitely fell towards each other’s lives at a good moment.» she said.

A Dumfries couple’s bid to bring home fleeing Ukrainian family members has left them all stranded in the Netherlands.

Firefighters have been scrambling around to help high-risk elderly residents in Dumfries and Galloway with their smoke alarm dilemma.

A popular Scottish wildlife park has shared more adorable images of its polar bear cub – including one where the cheeky little ball of fur can be seen sticking his tongue out for the camera.

Sam Heughan is adding fuel to the romance fire! After being spotted sharing a kiss with a mystery woman in NYC earlier this week, the  star appeared on Wednesday’s and talked relationships. After being asked by the host, “You’re single,” the Scottish actor playfully wanted to know why she was inquiring. When Barrymore shared that she was simply asking for his fans, “The Heughligans,” she added: “I actually heard that you want to put career ahead, and put romance in the backseat, is that still true?” Heughan quickly put an end to any speculation that he is putting love in the backseat. “I never said that, I don’t think...Drew Barrymore,” he shared.

A new connection! After Sam Heughan was photographed locking lips with a mystery woman, Us Weekly confirmed that his date was model Monika Clarke.

A popular Scottish wildlife park is offering animal fans a once in a lifetime chance to not only name an adorable polar bear cub – but also meet and feed him too.

A Dumfries electrician has installed a free smoke alarm system for a vulnerable resident in Borgue.

EXCLUSIVE: The BBC is developing A24 and Scott Rudin Productions’ adaptation of 2020 Booker Prize winner Shuggie Bain, Deadline can reveal.

A number of Scots are among 450 people arrested in the UK after police uncovered an online platform where pictures and videos of child sexual abuse were being shared.

A new cycle route could be created across Dumfries and Galloway.