Cairnryan4 hrs agoMcDonald's wins second planning battle with councilA derelict hotel near the Cairnryan ferry ports will become a drive-through - against initial advice.4 hrs ago2 days agoFerry port worker died after becoming entangled in ropesA sheriff says John Hamilton was a respected and experienced employee at Cairnryan. 2 days ago18 May 2026Wind farm bid next to Galloway reservoir submittedThe Mark Hill project would be next to the Penwhirn site which serves many nearby towns and villages.18 May 202612 May 2026Man denies smuggling 14 Albanian men into Scotland in lorryThe offence is alleged to have taken place at the Loch Ryan ferry terminal in December 2024.12 May 20265 Mar 2026Councils call for upgrade of 'outdated and unsafe' roadsLocal authority leaders in Dumfries and Galloway and South Ayrshire seek action on the A75 and A77.5 Mar 202620 Feb 2026Planning bun fight over McDonald's drive-through bidMcDonald's and a Scots council disagree over the green credentials of restaurant plans in Cairnryan.20 Feb 202627 Jan 2026Travel disruption as Storm Chandra brings snow, strong winds and heavy rain to ScotlandFerries and flights are cancelled and roads closed as the latest named storm sweeps across Scotland.27 Jan 20263 Dec 2025Police will not routinely enforce new 20mph limitsNew restrictions are being introduced to improve safety on routes across Dumfries and Galloway.3 Dec 202525 Nov 2025Trial of 20mph speed limits on trunk roads to boost safetyTowns and villages across south west Scotland will see the limit introduced on a temporary basis.25 Nov 2025...
