Talia Pettitt

THE gold-digging heritage of the Borders is to be preserved by a newly-formed organisation.

As our local museums and galleries are about to start reopening for the 2020 season, we will be exploring what each has to offer. This week, we’re shining a spotlight on The Jim Clark Motorsport Museum that opened last year, and which is fast becoming one of the most popular attractions in the region.

VILLAGERS in a flood-hit Borders community finally have reason to smile after being awarded more than £650,000 towards a learning centre and bunkhouse.

LOCAL councillors have favoured Michelle Ballantyne for Scottish Tory leader.

A BORDERS-wide government initiative to help pupils into the workplace is celebrating its third birthday.

HEALTH bosses are asking for Borderers to ease festive waiting times by preparing for Christmas.

METAL detectorists from across Scotland have helped a Borders charity strike it rich.

A NEW venture near Borders General Hospital is providing the perfect innings for hungry diners.

SCHOOLS in the Borders have topped the podium for athletic attainment through a prestigious award.

ONGOING Borders Railway cancellations have triggered an MSP to call for improvements - and fast.