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Olympian holds judo masterclass in Galashiels
DOUBLE Olympian Judo player Sarah Clark held a master class coaching session at the Focus Centre Judo Club in Galashiels.
Tweedbank dad recalls pain of losing son
"THE feeling at the time is like having a rough pebble in my stomach, five years later it still hurts. But the pebble is just a little bit smoother."
Borders College proves a cut above
BORDERS College already helps open doors for students seeking to further their career ambitions. But the Netherdale campus also operates an open door policy to members of the public who like the idea of being pampered.
Border Telegraph helps reunite Galashiels TV star with stolen bike
"IT was a brilliant belated Christmas present." That was how John Davidson described the moment when he took a phone call from the Police to inform him that his beloved bike had been found undamaged in Earlston.
Gunning for justice in Selkirk
SELKIRK Councillor Kenny Gunn is calling for political differences to be put to one side in an effort to fight proposals to close Selkirk Court.
Reward offered following break-in at St Boswells butchers
A BRASSED off butcher has put up a reward in a bid to snare thieves who ruined his Christmas.
ARE you looking to get to grips with a new sport as part of your plans for 2012?
A CARING caravan for local autism sufferers will be upgraded following an eight-month fundraising campaign by two local women.
Tributes paid to Lauder police officer following fatal crash
TRIBUTES have been paid to a Road Police Officer from Lauder who was the victim of a fatal road crash on the A7 last Wednesday.
AN off-the ball bobby hasn't managed to tackle the cousin of Scotland's most capped rugby player
Drive to reduce speed limit in Earlston gains speed
A CAMPAIGN to try to slow down traffic in Earlston is gathering speed.
Borders Police ask caller to 'Send an email' after yobs smash a telephone box
A MAN who called police to report yobs smashing up a phone box was told: "Send us an email."
TV star claims Clovenfords is blooming marvellous
THERE was no questioning the judges decision at this year's Clovenford Community Council gardening competition.
Backpay bonus for mill workers
Staff at a local mill will return to work after their summer holidays with more than just a sun tan following a grand gesture from their new boss.
Jobs go up in smoke following Selkirk mill fire
JUST days after seeing their place of work engulfed in a ball of flames, the work force at Bridgehaugh Dyeworks were hit with a second body blow late when it was announced that 23 of the 25 strong work force are to lose their jobs.
Council explores plans to develop former Burgh Yard in Galashiels
A NEW hotel could be built on the site of an old council depot in central Galashiels.
Right Angle Theatre Company celebrates 21st anniversary
ONCE upon a time, many moons ago, the Right Angle Theatre company was born.
Rowan's smile will live on: Community rally to support trust in memory of Galashiels schoolboy
THE Galashiels sporting community joined friends and family to launch the Rowan Boland Memorial Trust at Gala Rugby Club last month.
Hawick mum in Libya firing line
AN EXILED Borders woman revealed she is currently living in fear as the NATO led forces step up their bombing campaign against Libyan dictator Colonel Gadaffi.
Local carer has the midas touch
A GALASHIELS man has the midas touch when it comes to winning competitions.
