Galashiels8 days agoTown plants its own Christmas tree after council ends provisionThe first community living Christmas tree is planted in the Scottish Borders in Galashiels.8 days ago7 Oct 2026Woman who killed partner with air rifle to continue treatment for PTSDSimone Ramage fired a weapon at Brian Kowbel at their home in Galashiels in 2023, but was deemed unfit to stand trial.7 Oct 20267 Oct 2026'Clear human rights failures' in southern Scotland, report findsA new study concludes basic human rights - including food, health and housing - are being denied.7 Oct 20261 Oct 2026Housing plans approved on site of demolished churchSt Aidan's in Galashiels came down more than five years ago after it was agreed it could not be retained.1 Oct 202618 Sept 2026Closure of region's last road policing department a 'sad day'The last of three roads policing bases in the Borders - in Duns - closed at the end of August.18 Sept 20263 Sept 2026New tennis centre aims to assist sport's 'rising stars'The first covered courts in the Scottish Borders are being built near the new Galashiels Academy.3 Sept 202627 Aug 2026Biking business revives town centre eyesore buildingThe ceiling of the property in Galashiels had collapsed before the Hike & Bike Hub moved in.27 Aug 202611 Aug 2026Violent fireraiser jailed for 11 years after Borders crime spreeShane Donnelly, 27, committed offences in St Boswells, Galashiels, Hawick and Selkirk last year.11 Aug 20265 Aug 2026Councillor welcomes planned second Borders McDonald's A proposed fast-food outlet in Hawick is being praised for its proximity to the new Hawick holiday village.5 Aug 2026...
