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Sports bring joy as Beltane celebrations continue at Whitestone Park

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

23 1/1 WHITESTONE Park was filled with youngsters eager to take part in the Children’s Sports on Tuesday (June 17). The races, originally introduced in 1931, are a popular part of Peebles’ Beltane Festival. Children and Principals alike had a great time, with parents also getting involved in the action.
Biggar Gala Week draws to a close as results pour in

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

11 1/1 BIGGAR Gala Week has come to an end and the full results are in from the festivities.
Community thanked as Biggar Gala Week draws to a close

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

It has been an action-packed few days in the town. The glove and scooter races took place on Thursday, with budding artists also helping to decorate the pavements. It was time for the ancestors walk on Friday, while shops also got involved in the celebrations through window displays. The Procession and crowning of Fleming Queen Rebecca Roberts was planned for the morning of Gala Day. Unfortunately, the parade had to be cut short due to torrential rain.
Beltane Cornet and Lass "bursting with pride" after installation

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Lucette Wood

The evening got off to a start with the Mounted Cavalcade leaving from Kingsmeadows car park. Before the formal installation of Cornet Jamie Hamilton and his Lass Caitlin Hamilton, on a stage in front of the Old Parish Church steps, last year’s Cornet Reuben Sterricks began proceedings. He returned the Royal Burgh Standard to the Festival Chair Lorna Evans.
Hundreds of children lace up boots for Three Brides races

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

23 1/1 THE Three Bridges Races returned to Peebles this week. Young athletes headed to Tweed Green to take part in the popular event. Around 200 children laced up their running shoes for the races. Organisers said they were delighted with the event, adding that the whole community had pulled together.
Borders parents expect fight to keep Walkerburn ELC open next year

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

Scottish Borders Council (SBC) decided in April to progress with consultations over temporary closures at a number of sites, including in Walkerburn. But it backtracked on the move amid public uproar, which included a protest outside the local authority’s headquarters. On Friday (June 6), senior councillors approved plans for the next academic year for five nurseries, with Walkerburn set to operate as it currently does.
Whipman Week: West Linton holds Rideout

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Lucette Wood

26 1/1 THE annual Whipman Rideout took place on Saturday (June 7). Riders left the village from Howieson Hall led by the West Linton and District Pipe Band. The cavalcade rode through the village, fording the Lyne Water before returning in the afternoon. Here are some excellent pictures from day.
Final results from West Linton Whipman Week

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Lucette Wood

29 1/1 WHIPMAN Week has come to end for another year and West Linton has had another great start to the summer. On Wednesday (June 11) evening, runners of all ages took part in the cross country event, the bogie races and then the adults' wheelbarrow race. The men and women's pillow fight ended the day's action. On Thursday (June 12) was the junior and adult rugby tournaments on Lower Green as well as The Comedy Show in the Marquee.
Prestigious hotel in Borders put on the market for £1.3m

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Paul Kelly

The Buccleuch Arms, a 19th century coaching inn in the village of St Boswells, comprises 19 bedrooms, as well as a bar and bistro, large private garden, boardroom/private dining room and function room. The business has won the Scottish ‘Inn of the Year’ Award four times and benefits from strong footfall and loyalty from the local community, as well as travelling business and leisure guests.
Peebles charity shop recognised for volunteering efforts with double award win

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

Workers at the Save the Children store, found on the town’s Northgate, said they were honoured to be acknowledged by the charity’s head office with two awards. Jane Lord won the Individual Volunteer of the Year gong, while the shop picked up the Volunteer Team of the Year prize. READ MORE: Peeblesshire youth football team crowned champions after nail-biting final match Jane said: "Volunteering with Save the Children is one of the best things I've ever done.