Bluetongue and Schmallenberg differ in spread, signs and risk—especially in Scotland's cooler climate. Here’s what livestock farms need to know.

In positive environmental news, a record number of peatlands have been restored in a bid to help reduce carbon emissions and restore biodiversity, the Scottish Government announced in June. More than ...

Plans to restore a Sandwich Tern colony at Loch Ryan have been recommended for approval by Dumfries and Galloway Council. The ...

Crimestoppers Scotland has launched a new campaign amid rising concern from communities that off-road bikes are being ridden ...

A consultation is under way on South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth idea for a dedicated commissioner for Scotland’s older people.

Claire Pepper has released James and Ann Children of a Lead Miner, 1841, which tells the story of two children who lived in ...

People in the rainiest town in Scotland are to be offered “rain cheques” from a special ATM in a bid to brighten the mood.

Dumfries and Galloway rugby star Stafford McDowall is set to captain Scotland this weekend. The centre from Dundrennan will lead Gregor Townsend’s team out against the Maori All Blacks. The match, ...

Industry leaders warn that new sheep movement rules into Scotland may harm trade and livestock planning amid bluetongue control efforts.

A new haven for a rare mammal will be unveiled near Newton Stewart this weekend. The Vincent Wildlife Trust has been working ...

Trains on some routes travelling in and out of Scotland on the West Coast Main Line have been cancelled for the rest of the ...

SCOTLAND'S First Minister has been quizzed on the potential axing of up to 100 jobs from road maintenance teams in South West Scotland - and the knock-on effect on the A77.