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Croft Road woman’s reports delay jail warning

Tue, 21 May 2013 05:26:34 GMT

A SHERIFF has described the malnourished condition of a Rottweiler as an “absolute disgrace”.

Thunderstorms on way, warns council

Mon, 20 May 2013 12:00:05 GMT

TOWNSFOLK could face some disruption today with heavy showers and thunderstorms expected to hit the region.

Bottle attack accused has case continued

Mon, 20 May 2013 07:52:24 GMT

A TEENAGER has denied carrying out a bottle attack to another male’s severe injury injury and permanent disfigurement.

‘Brothers United’ ready to scale great heights for charity in memory of dad

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:47:29 GMT

THREE brothers are set to take on a hiking challenge in the Highlands this weekend in memory of their dad, who passed away at the end of last year.

Villagers turn down proposal for community-owned wind turbine

Fri, 17 May 2013 11:41:48 GMT

CONTROVERSIAL plans for a community-owned wind turbine to help power Denholm and Ancrum are dead in the water.

Marshall is elected honorary provost

Fri, 17 May 2013 07:03:38 GMT

STUART Marshall has been elected as the town’s new provost.

Assault accused still has unexpired prison sentence to serve

Fri, 17 May 2013 06:06:35 GMT

A HAWICK man appeared from custody on Monday at Selkirk Sheriff Court and denied assaulting a male in the town last Thursday.

Proposed McLaren information board will ‘finish project off nicely’

Thu, 16 May 2013 11:46:29 GMT

PLANS are gathering pace to erect an information board at the recently unveiled Bill McLaren bust in Wilton Lodge Park.

Teries urged to support clean-up initiative

Wed, 15 May 2013 09:23:09 GMT

AN URGENT appeal has gone out for volunteers to help in this weekend’s town clean-up.

Lamont’s obesity level concerns

Tue, 14 May 2013 14:39:44 GMT

HAWICK MSP John Lamont is calling for “more to be done” following the release of figures which show a rise in the number of Borders primary one children who are overweight, obese or severely obese.

Hospital for bike rider

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:20:08 GMT

A MOTORCYLIST landed up in hospital afer coming off his bike near Bonchester Bridge on Thursday night.

IN PICTURES: Bonchester Ride-out

Sun, 12 May 2013 14:34:17 GMT

Chris Ritson saddled up for his first ride as this year’s Callant, and photogapher Lesely Fraser was there to capture all the very best moments from the big day as supporters rallied roond their Cornet in time-honoured fashion.

Tributes paid after tragic shotgun accident death

Fri, 10 May 2013 13:16:10 GMT

A PACKED town hall rose to its feet and observed a moment of silence in memory of Adam Hepburn at the Cornet’s Congratulatory Smoker on Wednesday night.

Girl in hospital after dog attack

Fri, 10 May 2013 05:04:41 GMT

A FOUR-year-old girl is being treated in hospital in Livingston after being bitten by a dog.

Cornet Ritson’s magical moments

Fri, 10 May 2013 05:04:29 GMT

THE OPENING verses of Teribus have been sounded; the unmistakable strains of the Drums and Fife have been played; and the first rum and milk of the year has been tasted.

Man handed £160 info fine

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:20:42 GMT

Failing to provide information relating to child support regulations cost Paul Richardson a £160 fine.

It’s ‘a dream come true’ for Cornet Chris

Wed, 08 May 2013 15:42:06 GMT

THE west end of Hawick resonated with the first strains of the Drums and Fifes earlier tonight, heralding the election of 2013 Cornet Chris Ritson.

Man dies after shooting

Wed, 08 May 2013 09:55:49 GMT

Police are investigating the death of a 22-year-old man who was shot in the leg last night (Tuesday).

Fine for first offender who was ‘out of order’

Tue, 07 May 2013 06:15:02 GMT

A TEENAGER was treated for a sprained wrist, after a drunken man twisted her hand as he tried to retrieve his mobile phone.

Police in town hall metal theft plea

Tue, 07 May 2013 05:58:04 GMT

Police are appealing for witnesses following a metal theft.