News
SELKIRK is in pole position for its proposed bypass to race onto a list of government traffic schemes.
And almost the entire town is backing the bid.
HUNDREDS of music fans from all over the Borders gathered in the grounds of Thirlestane castle at the weekend to enjoy ‘Lauder Live’ - a musical feast served up by some of Scotland’s most talented performers.
Bike boss's anger as popular plans rejected 
A MELROSE adventure sports boss was left ‘disgusted’ after the council turned down his bid to develop his motorcycle training and archery centre despite winning approval from tourism chiefs.
Border campaigners lash out at 'Cocaine' in a Can
A drinks company planning to launch a controversial soft drink named after a Class A drug has been criticised by campaigners and health experts in the area, who describe the move as ‘pathetic’ and ‘cynical exploitation of the youth market.’
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There will be blood despite roof coming down
YEARS of neglect have brought the roof down on Selkirk’s most famous building.
Between 10,000 Tonnes of Rock and a Hard Place
A landslide that has severed a major route into the Borders could cost the area 10,000 tonnes of rock and thousands of pounds in lost tourism.
FRIGHTENED Rabbit are on track to stardom after wowing fans at the biggest music festival in Scotland at the weekend.
Double rape teenager found guilty
A teenager has been found guilty of raping a Galashiels mum while awaiting trial for a similar sex attack.
Holidaymakers head for fun in the sun
SUNSEEKERS from the Borders are putting the summer blues behind them and jetting off to holiday hotspots around the world.
FINANCE Secretary John Swinney visited the Hawick site of knitwear company Pringle last week, vowing that the Scottish Government will assist in any way possible to support the 80 employees who could face redundancies if the firm relocates production abroad.
State of war memorial causes a flap
CONCERNS have been raised over the state of the war memorial in Galashiels.
Swinney given warm welcome at Floors Castle
EVERY public building in the Borders could be powered by renewable energy.
The Guide
Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift
School has broken up. But for mischievious Luso Clemens there's one last detention to sit through before he can escape. Alone in the library he finds an ancient book with magical powers which pulls him into the mystical land of Ivalice and the middle of a battlefield. And it might just be the key to a peaceful school holiday for gamers everywhere...
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