A FARM worker who admitted driving while more than three times the legal alcohol limit has been banned from the road for 18 months at Selkirk Sheriff Court. Fifty-two-year-old Garry McDonald, of Stobo Home Farm, pleaded guilty to the offence which
CUSTOMERS in Galashiels have raised more than £1,000 to help keep the town looking beautiful. Shoppers visiting Alex Dalgetty and Sons Bakery, in Bank Street, have generously been putting donations into buckets on the shop’s counter to help Gala
MEMBERS of the Gala Squash Club have sent big congratulations to their coach Rory Stewart, who along with Greg Lobban won bronze medals for Scotland in the Squash doubles at Birmingham 2022. The duo collected their medals following a comprehensive
FINAL preparations are being made to transform Abbotsford, home of Sir Walter Scott, into a colourful carnival site for ScottFest 2022, a fun family festival in its second year inspired by the life and works of the legendary author. The festival
POLICE Scotland are currently recruiting. Following the release of the SQA results yesterday, the force is pointing out that you do not need any qualifications to become a police officer. To become a police officer you need to pass a Standard
A BORDERS business has helped a man 'find joy and community again', and he wants to share his story with others. Geek Retreat in Galashiels, which runs card game sessions, quizzes and a café on Channel Street has helped regular customer, Daniel
