Special Christmas delivery for Lockerbie couple
One couple in Lockerbie received an extra special Christmas present, with the arrival of their baby daughter Faith.
One couple in Lockerbie received an extra special Christmas present, with the arrival of their baby daughter Faith.
A deaf dog who was so badly behaved he had to be re-homed several times, has been adopted by a sign language enthusiast
Highland Dancers from Lockerbie have been dancing at the Famous Blacksmith's shop in Gretna Green to raise funds to compete at Disneyland.
People in Lockerbie had quite a shock when they found a snake on a front lawn in Lockerbie. Elvis is safe and well - the search is now on for his owner.
The search is on for the owner of a Calafornian King snake, which was found on a front lawn in Lockerbie. 'Elvis' is being looked after by a reptile-loving family until his owner is found.
The SSPCA has given the temporary home the approval but Elvis will be moved to a reptile shop to be made more comfortable.
The Scottish SPCA is looking for the owner of a California kingsnake, which was found in Lockerbie yesterday (28th April).
A member of the public found the four-foot long brown and cream striped snake outside a house in Windsor Court.
The snake has been given the nickname "Elvis" and his finder has offered to rehome him if nobody comes forward.
Inspector Janet Proudlock from the SSPCA says Elvis is doing well.
She said:
"Elvis appears to be in good bodily condition although he was very cold and a bit grumpy about beinghandled.
"Luckily the gentleman who found him has some snake knowledge so he put Elvis straight on a heat mat to warm him up.
"Although it's spring time it's still far too cold for a snake to be able to survive outside so we're glad Elvis was found alive and well.
"Snakes are fantastic escape artists and they can squeeze themselves through the tiniest gaps so it's very likely that Elvis has simply strayed from home.
"However, we can't rule out the possibility that he may have been abandoned.
"We're urging anyone in the area who has recently lost a snake to call the Scottish SPCA Animal Helpline on 03000 999 999."
A couple from Dumfries and Galloway are celebrating a huge milestone today - they have been married for 70 years.
94-year-old David Callander and his 91-year-old wife Helen, met whilst dancing seven decades ago, and they still step out together every week.
Jenny Longden has this report:
A couple from Lockerbie are celebrating a huge milestone today - 70 years of marriage.
Helen and David Callander have reached their platinum wedding anniversary.
The couple, who still go dancing every Saturday, say it is their active lifestyles that keeps their marriage fresh:
Helen and David Callender, from Lockerbie, have received a letter of congratulations from the Queen after reaching their 70th wedding anniversary.
The couple were presented with the card from HM Lord Lieutenant of Dumfries, Mrs Jean Tulloch, on behalf of the Queen.
A couple from Lockerbie who are celebrating their 70th wedding anniversary, are being presented with a royal message of congratulations.
94-year-old David Callander and his 91-year-old wife Helen, will be presented with the message from HM Lord Lieutenant of Dumfries, Mrs Jean Tulloch, on behalf of her Majesty the Queen.
David, who was a farm worker, and Helen, who worked in munitions, met at a dance and have been dancing ever since.
The investigation in to the Lockerbie bombing is still 'very active' and police say they are keen to 'build on' what was learnt by officers who visited Libya last week.
The comments were made by the Chief Constable of Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary, speaking exclusively to ITV News.
One MP says he hopes that a final decision can be made as to whether there is a case that can still be pursued against people who are still alive.
John Bevir has this report:
South of Scotland MP David Mundell has questioned how long the Lockerbie bombing investigation should continue. Mr Mundell, whose constituency includes Lockerbie, thinks that a decision needs to be made about 'the finality of the case'.
Last week officers from Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary were amongst a delegation that travelled to he Libyan capital of Tripoli. Whilst there they spoke to government officials, prompting the Chief Constable of Dumfries and Galloway Police to say the investigation remains 'a very active' one.
Chief Constable of Dumfries and Galloway Police, says the investigation into the Lockerbie bombing 'has reached a new level' and that the force hopes to build on what was learnt by officers who travelled to Libya last week.
Patrick Shearer spoke exclusively to ITV News.