https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news Latest news Jadu CMS http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:59:38 +0000 Wed, 19 Aug 2026 18:59:38 +0000 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/5001/ballot-opens-for-coldingham-bay-beach-hut-waiting-list A ballot is currently open for ten people to form the Coldingham Bay beach hut wait list. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:38:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/5000/residents-urged-to-dispose-of-batteries-correctly Following a recent fire at Hawick Waste Transfer Station, residents are being reminded of the importance of disposing of batteries, vapes and other potentially hazardous items correctly. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:30:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4999/newtown-primary-pupils-welcomed-to-temporary-classrooms-at-council-hq Pupils from Newtown Primary have started the new term in temporary classrooms at Council HQ after part of the building was converted into a safe and welcoming learning space. Wed, 19 Aug 2026 10:45:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4998/borders-pupils-continue-to-show-success-on-results-day Pupils from across the Borders have received confirmation of their exam results today, Tuesday 4 August. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:37:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4997/haughhead-bridge-reopens-to-public-following-full-repairs Haughhead Bridge in Innerleithen has reopened following the completion of essential repairs to the structure. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:27:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4996/new-ridonkulous-walking-trail-launches-in-hawick A new walking trail showcasing the very best of Hawick's bridges and public spaces - has been launched. Thu, 06 Aug 2026 09:26:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4995/earlston-community-groups-welcome-funds-from-council-community-benefits-scheme Three local community groups have received a welcome financial boost from the Community Benefits Wishlist scheme earlier this week. Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:26:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4994/borders-pupils-continue-to-show-success-on-results-day Pupils from across the Borders have received confirmation of their exam results today, Tuesday 4 August. Tue, 04 Aug 2026 11:57:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4993/call-for-venues-for-doors-open-days-2026 Scottish Borders venues are being urged to showcase what the region has to offer at the Doors Open Days Festival 2026, taking place over 5-6 September. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:26:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4992/kelso-abbey-reopens-its-gates-ahead-of-900th-anniversary Delighted to attend the official reopening of Kelso Abbey, by First Minister John Swinney, on Friday 24 July allowing visitors back through its gates for the first time in five years. Mon, 27 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4991/new-three-court-tennis-centre-to-open-at-galashiels-academy A new tennis centre is to open at Galashiels Academy as part of the Transforming Scottish Indoor Tennis (TSIT) project. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:42:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4990/speak-up-for-your-community-this-summer Residents across the region are being invited to "speak up" for their local communities - by taking part in Scottish Borders Council's Community Conversations 2026/27. Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:25:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4989/warning-issued-as-rogue-doorstep-calls-rise Residents throughout the region are being reminded to stay vigilant following increased reports of uninvited doorstep callers operating throughout the Borders. Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:07:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4988/scottish-borders-council-achieves-gold-armed-forces-covenant-award Scottish Borders Council has been recognised for its commitment to the Armed Forces community after achieving the Gold Award in the UK Government's Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:51:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4987/eyemouth-celebrates-opening-of-new-community-pump-track Eyemouth’s new pump track is officially opened, marking the completion of a new community facility for the town and wider Berwickshire area. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:04:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4964/former-almstrong-department-store-gap-site-has-new-lease-of-life A former gap site in Hawick has been given a new lease of life. Teviot Crescent and Oliver Crescent, a gap site of the former Almstrongs Shop was opened on 3 June, creating a new public space. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 12:06:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4986/community-regeneration-partnership-programme-update-across-the-region Scottish Borders Community Regeneration Partnership programme has progressed at pace, with projects delivering results across the region. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:41:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4985/new-bus-service-launched-to-provide-direct-link-from-hawick-to-melrose A new bus service was launched earlier this week, linking Hawick, Lilliesleaf, Midlem and Selkirk to Borders General Hospital in Melrose. Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:29:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4984/councillors-pupils-staff-and-construction-partners-meet-to-mark-progress-of-new-hawick-high-school The newly appointed Head Team of Hawick High School joined Headteacher, staff, local councillors and construction partners on 26 June, to mark the start of superstructure works on the new high school. Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:42:00 +0100 https://www.scotborders.gov.uk/news/article/4983/consultants-appointed-for-next-step-in-borders-railway-work We have completed the tendering process to appoint specialist consultants to support the first stage of business case work for the proposed extension of the Borders Railway to Hawick and Carlisle. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:16:00 +0100