Chairman and director resign from ProStrakan posts
TWO leading figures in Galashiels-based pharmaceutical company ProStrakan have resigned from their positions.Chairman Peter Allen and non-executive director Dr Michael Asbury will leave the firm’s...
View ArticleApprentices key to local textile industry’s future
The importance of modern apprenticeships to two Hawick firms has been highlighted, with an awards nomination and a visit from an MP.Hawick Knitwear representatives were anxiously awaiting the...
View ArticleFake objection letters found
It has emerged that a number of objections lodged against plans to build a skatepark close to Jedburgh’s riverside have been falsified.After receiving correspondence from the council about their...
View ArticleFinding savings gets ‘more challenging’ for social work staff
THE council’s social work department is fighting a losing battle to break even on its budget this year, councillors were told this week.A report presented to the executive committee on Tuesday stated...
View ArticleLilian scoops health awards hero honour
A Galashiels woman has paid tribute to the organ donors who transformed her life after being honoured at the Scottish Health Awards.Lilian Irvine scooped the Unsung Hero award, but immediately thanked...
View ArticleGreens ready to repel any revenge mission by Accies
With wider league action resuming this weekend, Mansfield Park is the focus as Hawick is the only one of the top flight Borders clubs at home.The Greens have struggled with injuries for much of this...
View ArticleThe jubilee path to autumnal beauty
A few weeks ago I wrote extolling the virtues of the Diamond Jubilee Path between Leaderfoot and Earlston after having walked the first section between Leaderfoot and Redpath. Last week, on a glorious...
View ArticleSomerset badger culls may not be enough to halt TB
Whoever believes that “Problems are only solutions in disguise” hasn’t experienced bovine tuberculosis (TB) in their herd and the heart-breaking testing, re-testing and slaughtering of reactors that...
View ArticlePressing to bring back hacks’ bash
Pressure is mounting for the re-introduction of what, for many years, was grandly known as the Borders Press Dinner.Those who know me well are aware that I thoroughly enjoy a good night out in...
View ArticleBorders group shows flower power
Border Flower Club had a busy year with success at this year’s area show on November 1 & 2 in Perth. Three club members were amongst the prize winners – Elizabeth Forster first in Class 9 ‘Lovers...
View ArticleHistoric Scotland ticket giveaway
Thousands of tickets to Scotland’s top attractions are up for grabs to celebrate St Andrew’s Day.And there are free tickets available for historic sites in the Borders.Dryburgh Abbey, Jedburgh Abbey...
View ArticleEmbezzler siphoned cash to mum-in-law
Sentence on a £62,000-a-year former council boss from Selkirk who embezzled more than £27,000 of taxpayers’ money has been deferred until next month. Tom Leighton, 48, of Rosebank Drive, was Falkirk...
View ArticleMan saw red after football banter
Banter with football supporters in a Selkirk pub resulted in Murray McDairmid assaulting a man.McDairmid struck the 29-year-old on the face and he sustained three cuts around his eye.The 30-year-old...
View ArticleA man who loved life
Packed pews in Selkirk Parish Church for the funeral of Billy Stark were a true testament to Billy’s commitment to his family and the community.His death at the age of 83 leaves a void that will be...
View ArticleNew opportunities dawn for the disabled
Borders social work bosses have responded to fears by parents about what they claim is a gap in day-care provision.Last week The Southern reported worries that, with the looming closure of three...
View ArticleSBC adoption services receive ‘good’ rating
Local authority adoption services in the Borders have been rated as ‘good’ in the most recent inspection by Scotland’s care sector regulator.The Care Inspectorate was carrying out the first reports on...
View ArticleKelso mum in MS charity plea
Young Alba Page from Kelso will be glued to the TV on Sunday when brave mum Lynsey features in a BBC Lifeline Appeal on behalf of the MS Society. The Kelso mother, 32, will be seen alongside celebrity...
View ArticleHelping you deal with chronic pain
Millions of us live with chronic pain, relying on painkillers in order to cope. However, complementary therapies can address underlying causes of the pain which your doctor may be unable to...
View ArticleA place dedicated to quiet reflection
The dedication of the Channelkirk and Lauder Garden for Reflection was performed by the Reverend John Riddell.Session clerk Billy Anderson read the lesson.Members from Lauder Church attended the...
View ArticleFree stuff can have a heavy price
THIS week, we have had a windfall. No, no, no – before you grab pen and paper and start writing that begging letter to the mad chicken lay-dee at the paper – not that kind of windfall! Not a windfall...
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