Annandale Observer

30/05/2026

There's been a wee setback:
https://dng24.co.uk/star-t-date-delayed/

29/05/2026

Here's one of our pics of the first 2026 rideout - see today's paper for more photos!

25/05/2026

There's concern the school is still too open:

DESPITE the construction of a security fence and gates around the perimeter of Annan Academy, one concerned parent believes the school is still not fully secure and is lagging behind other education establishments in the region. Writing to this paper, the parent cited an intruder incident that spark...

21/05/2026

There's a new signing at Gretna:

GRETNA FC 2008 have further strengthened their squad in the last week with the signing of Josh Galloway. The 24-year-old versatile midfielder arrives at Raydale Park with loads of experience. He has was previously at Carlisle United as a youth before earning a move to Leeds United. Galloway signed f...

15/05/2026

Support Sarah's run:

A FUN run in Annan at the end of next month will raise awareness around eating disorders. Sarah Thompson is in full recovery after struggling with an eating disorder for the last four years. These complex mental illnesses can affect anyone. Right now, at least 1.25 million people in the UK have an e...

08/05/2026

Breaking news: Conservative Craig Hoy has been elected as the Dumfriesshire MSP.

CRAIG Hoy has been elected to serve as the MSP for Dumfriesshire. He succeeds fellow Conservative Oliver Mundell to keep the seat for the party. Mr Hoy, above, polled 11,370 votes. A close second was Stephen Thompson for the SNP with 10,262 votes. Taking to the stage, Mr Hoy said: “This result was...

08/05/2026

It's ready, steady, go at the count. Here's what we know so far...

08/05/2026

Counting is underway at the Easterbrook Hall for the Dumfriesshire and the Galloway and West Dumfries seats.
The result is expected this afternoon.

07/05/2026

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07/05/2026

On your marks, get set, vote!
You've got until 10pm tonight to cast your ballot in the Scottish Parliament elections.