Big night for tourism sector

THE third South of Scotland Thistle Awards will take place at GG’s Yard, Laggan in Gatehouse of Fleet, tonight, celebrating the businesses, communities and individuals who go above and beyond to deliver exceptional visitor experiences across the region. Pictured looking forward to a belter of a night is Tia from the Belted Galloway Cattle Society, above. See next week’s paper for the winners and photos from the glittering event. Pic: Phil Wilkinson