Galashiels16 Dec 2024Fire at old newspaper office started deliberatelyPolice say the fire at the former Border Telegraph site in Galashiels is being treated as "wilful".16 Dec 2024South Scotland10 Dec 2024Man, 84, in court charged with murdering wifeRetired nurse John Hanson was arrested following the death of his wife Margaret at their home in Galashiels.10 Dec 2024South Scotland28 Nov 2024Plan to cut speed limit on motorbike routes welcomedThe 18-month pilot project will see a 50mph limit on four routes across the Scottish Borders.28 Nov 2024South Scotland21 Nov 2024Borders town's traders back bid to boost businessA previous attempt to introduce a levy in Galashiels to assist the local economy failed six years ago.21 Nov 2024Scotland31 Oct 2024Woman, 83, killed and four people injured in two-car crashEmergency services were called to a crash between a black Seat Altea and a grey Honda CRV in Galashiels.31 Oct 2024South Scotland28 Oct 2024Former Scotland rugby player dies day after 1,000-mile cycleKen MacAulay, 67 died following a cardiac arrest on Sunday after raising £13,000 for four charities.28 Oct 2024South Scotland8 Oct 2024Man dies and two injured after three-vehicle crashThe 74-year-old was taken to hospital after the accident near Boleside but died of his injuries.8 Oct 2024South Scotland18 Sep 2024Woman to face trial over air rifle shooting deathSimone Ramage denied killing Brian Kowbel by shooting him with an air rifle in Galashiels.18 Sep 2024South Scotland4 Sep 2024Police investigate deliberate car fire in GalashielsThe incident, which did not result in any injuries, happened between on 25 August in the town's Windyknowe Road.4 Sep 2024South Scotland
