A PEEBLES support service for the elderly and people with learning and physical disabilities has ‘significant strengths’, a care inspector has found. A representative of the Care Inspectorate made a short notice visit to Enhance Support and Care
In this week's Kith and Kin, Peter Munro from the Borders Family History Society, shares his latest family tree discovery and explains the use of 'score' when talking about years or ages... Last week I suggested you use ‘Google Alerts’, to
APPLICATIONS for cash from a council fund look set to pay off for community projects in Tweeddale. The bids to the area’s Neighbourhood Support Fund were evaluated by an assessment panel. And the recommendations are to be discussed at a meeting
Local area commander for the Scottish Borders, Chief Inspector Vinnie Fisher provides an update on the work of his officers. "A new year brings many of the same challenges for policing as we continue to serve the public as best we can, amid continuing
BORDERS GPs are ‘hanging on by their fingernails’ amid a stark warning that practices in the region could be forced to close due to increased pressures and staff recruitment challenges. A Selkirk GP this week gave a graphic description of how she
A BORDERS teenager is set to speak on behalf of young people around the UK as she becomes a youth ambassador fo the Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Award. Amelia Scott, from Lauder, is currently completing her DofE with Borders Lauderdale Scouts.
POUNDSTRETCHER has returned to Galashiels after taking over premises at Comely Bank Mill Retail Park. The store which was previously occupied by Carpet Right officially opened last Saturday January 28 2023. And early arrivals were welcomed
A 41-YEAR-OLD man who assaulted his partner to her severe injury, permanent disfigurement and danger of life has received a jail sentence of two years and four months at Selkirk Sheriff Court. Following a three-day jury trial Ian Brown was found
