NOMINATIONS are now open for the 2025 Scotland Loves Local Awards.
Dumfries and Galloway residents are being urged to nominate people to be named as High Street Hero for South Scotland.
That award last year went to Moffat artist and entrepreneur Linnhe Cringean in recognition of her work to champion and boost business in the community.
People are also being encouraged to put their home area forward for national accolades including Town of the Year.
The awards are organised by Scotland’s Towns Partnership (STP) as an extension of its wider Scotland Loves Local campaign encouraging people to back enterprises and organisations in their communities.
STP’s chief officer Kimberley Guthrie said: “Every day, people and organisations go above and beyond to make their communities better and I’ve been lucky to meet a few of them and see what brilliant work they do. The impact of that determination to make a difference should never be underestimated.
“The Scotland Loves Local Awards are an opportunity to recognise and reward that success, celebrating collective and individual achievements. They are a fantastic way to say a special thank-you.”
The closing date for nominations is 5 pm on Wednesday August 30, with finalists will be announced in September with presentations made to winners in October.
