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Carly Telford: Mary Earps is a 'huge loss' to England squad before Euros

2 days ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Laura Howard

Earps stunned the footballing world by announcing her decision last week after reportedly being told by Lionesses boss Sarina Wiegman that she would not be first choice for the defence of England’s European crown. Telford, who boasts 27 caps for England between the sticks, believes the squad’s remaining goalkeepers will suffer for the loss of Earps’ experience in Switzerland. “For me, it's a huge loss in terms of the GK union,” she said.
Almost 50 youngsters show skills at Kids’ Ride as Whipman excitement heats up

3 days ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Mike Thomson

Almost 50 youngsters showed off their skills on Sunday (June 1). The far-from-kind weather did little to dampen the spirits and enthusiasm of those involved.
Borders to receive funding for community climate action hubs

4 days ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Lucette Wood

Wildflowers (Image: Couleur/Pixabay) THE BORDERS is set to receive funding for community climate projects as part of a government initiative. The Scottish Borders will receive £171,151.33 as part of a Scottish Government £6million fund for Climate Action Hubs across the country.
Krispy Kreme to give away free doughnuts this week (but there's a twist)

4 days ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Carlo Simone

Krispy Kreme will be giving away original glazed doughnuts on Friday, June 6 (Image: Krispy Kreme) Krispy Kreme will be giving away free original glazed doughnuts to mark National Doughnut Day (Friday, June 6), but there's a twist. The company wants to reclaim their title "as the OG of the glazed doughnut". Therefore, they are encouraging customers to bring “Faux-G doughnuts” into a Krispy Kreme store, which they can "upgrade" to an original glazed doughnut for free.
No challenge to bid for Borders' tallest wind turbines as 'damage already done'

4 days ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Paul Kelly

The project would comprise 14 turbines, some reaching 220 metres in height, and would be located in a Special Landscape Area. Applicant EDF Renewables wants to construct and operate a facility on land west of Dunside at Byrecleugh in Longformacus, in the Lammermuir Hills. Members of Scottish Borders Council’s (SBC) Planning & Building Standards Committee met on Monday (June 2).
“One of the best” Pipe Band Competition returns to the Borders next weekend

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Lucette Wood

The championships will return to Victoria Park on Saturday June 7, where pipe bands from across the country will compete. Silverware and best band titles in Grades 2, 3 ,4, Novice and Juvenile will be up for grabs.
Tweeddale streets filled with colour for Blyth Bridge Tractor Run

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Lucette Wood

The roads of Tweeddale were filled with colour thanks to the annual tradition. Tractors of all shapes and sizes took to the streets on Saturday (May 24) for the 19th year of the run. They set from Romanno Bridge at around 9.30am and arrived in Peebles in the early afternoon. READ MORE: Borders woman celebrates 100th birthday in style Kevin Weir, one of the event organisers said: “It was a good wee day out.
Borders riding club issue warning after people try to ride frail horses

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Lucette Wood

This comes after Tweeddale Racing received reports of people going in and trying to mount the animals, which could cause injury. The group have put out the plea in order to educate residents for their safety and the safety of the horses. Ross Wilson, owner of Tweeddale Racing, said: “We are trying to look after the horses, so they don’t get hurt and also stop other people getting hurt.” “We are trying to educate people.
Scottish Borders Council urge parents to take up free childcare

1 week ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Paul Kelly

Places are provided in some school nursery classes, private day nurseries, playgroups, child-minders, through SBC’s own services or in conjunction with providers in the private and third sectors. The offer applies to children with parents or carers who receive Income Support, Income-based Job Seeker’s Allowance, any income related element of Employment and Support Allowance, Universal Credit where the monthly earned income does not exceed £850 and other benefits.
Batch From Scratch presenter Suzanne Mulholland on Borders Book Fest

2 weeks ago | peeblesshirenews.com | Lucette Wood

The Ettrick Valley resident, who recently became a patron of Tweed Togs, discussed her excitement on returning to the festival. “I think it's a great line up," she said. "There's so much going on that you can literally come out of a tent having seen someone, grab yourself a drink, some food, and then straight into something else going on, which is lovely.” Suzanne will discuss her latest book Rapid Dinners as well as giving a live demonstration at her appearance at this year’s festival.