Martyn’s Law should not be used as an excuse to stifle protests, peers have heard. Lord Murray of Blidworth urged ministers to clarify that protest events are not covered in the Terrorism (Protection ...

THE family of a Borders woman who died in the Borders have paid tribute to the “much-loved mother and daughter”. Megan Hughes, 31, died in Chirnside on Sunday (February 9). Officers were called to a ...

A RUGBY-LOVING dog at the Borders Pet Rescue is seeking a new home. Honey, who is a favourite at Earlston RFC, is yet to find her "forever team". Described as having the "energy of a winger" and the ...

Nasa’s two stuck astronauts may end up back on Earth a little sooner than planned. The space agency announced on Tuesday that SpaceX will switch capsules for upcoming astronaut flights in order to ...

The Northern Ireland Assembly has endorsed the extension of the Great British Energy Bill to the region despite some MLAs expressing concern over a “lack of detail” around how it will work. The ...

A BRASS plaque has been commissioned to commemorate the formation of Peebles Callants Club and its long-standing connection with a town hotel. The signage is now in place at the entrance to the ...

An EastEnders star has 'given away' they'll be leaving the popular BBC soap soon, according to fans of the show. The programme will be airing some special episodes as part of its 40th anniversary, ...

SPECTATORS have been barred from the balcony at the home of Peebles RFC after the club was found guilty of misconduct. Match officials reported a case of abuse at a match at the Gytes against Biggar ...

Fans are convinced that an Emmerdale star has quietly quit the popular ITV soap opera after disappearing from our screens. Viewers of the programme have increasingly noticed the absence of Ella ...

Families eligible for free school meals will get £15 vouchers to be spent in supermarkets this February half term – including in Asda, Aldi and Tesco. The support comes via the Government’s Household ...

Britain’s Got Talent will return to screens this February as a new batch of performers hope to impress the judges. Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli will return to give their ...

APPROVAL has been rubber-stamped for a new 85-container commercial self-storage yard in Peebles – despite a town councillor labelling the proposal a “blot on the landscape”. The application site is on ...