Appeal made to bolster Peebles Bridge Club membership
Nov 1, 2024 · “Many of our members enjoyed the online games so much that we have continued with our online tournaments once a week. “Over the past two years or so our face to face tournaments have been held weekly at the Peebles Golf Club who have provided a welcoming and friendly base; we recognised that this could only be a temporary home.
Blow for controversial housing development on historic Peebles site
Dec 15, 2024 · He said: “This, by the looks of it, is a last minute attempt to extend the permission for another five years. I think that’s wrong. “I believe that this application is, on balance, almost like a Trojan Horse; it’s a method of getting through the circumstances to try and get an extension to the permission, which is certainly not supported by the community.”
Israeli air strike in Gaza kills at least 25 as US makes new push for ...
Dec 12, 2024 · Palestinian officials at two of Gaza’s remaining medical centres, Al-Awda Hospital in the north and Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital in the centre, reported together receiving 25 bodies from the Nuseirat strike – which also wounded 40 people, most of them children.
Eyemouth: Woman charged over ‘dog control order breach’
Dec 16, 2024 · A woman has been charged in connection with a breach of a dog control order, according to police.
What day will my bins be collected over Christmas period?
Dec 23, 2022 · With the exceptions of the areas listed below, all household waste and recycling collections will take place as normal. West Linton – Gifford Place and The Loan, general waste, Monday December 26 moved to Wednesday December 28.
Victims of Post Office Capture software promised ‘redress and …
Dec 17, 2024 · As of this month, £500 million has been paid out to 3,300 victims across a series of compensation schemes. Ministers commissioned an independent report into Capture earlier this year after postmasters came forward claiming they had suffered similar problems to those faced by the Horizon victims.
Borders writers to hold book sale for charity Children First
Nov 11, 2024 · The event is being organised by seven Borders authors affiliated with Silver Quill Publishing, a global publishing co-operative. Taking place in The Wynd, Melrose, on Saturday, November 16, 10.30am to 3.30pm, the sale will raise funds for …
Victim Support Scotland to provide assistance in Borders
Dec 10, 2024 · The charity, which operates across Scotland, offers both emotional and practical support to individuals impacted by crime. This includes in-person support, a helpline and a webchat service.
New York Times names Flow Country among must-visit spots
4 days ago · The New York Times named the Flow Country in Caithness and Sutherland as one of the top places to visit before you die. The Scottish spot was named alongside attractions around the globe, including Jane Austen’s home, Sydney in Australia and Assam in India.
CGI UK and Australia president visits Earlston High School
Dec 11, 2024 · Ms McGeehan said: “I am delighted to see the hugely positive impact that Inspire Learning is bringing to education in the Scottish Borders. “The iPads and the associated tools and creative suites have become fully embedded in the heart of learning and teaching right across the region’s schools.