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Galashiels News September 2, 2026

Rachael Hamilton MSP: Borders businesses facing ‘unfair’ rates rises

Rachael Hamilton MSP criticises SNP business rates hike, highlights church funding changes, and urges stronger support for Scottish farmers amid rising costs. https://www.bordertelegraph.com/business/rss/…

Galashiels News September 1, 2026

Historic villa to be brought back into use after 17 years

Gattonside House near Melrose – which is more than 200 years old – could be turned into flats. BBC News | Galashiels…

Galashiels News August 18, 2026

Plans approved for new bookshop to continue operating in Borders town

Bookworms are in for a treat after a new chapter was given leave to open in a Borders town. https://www.bordertelegraph.com/business/rss/…

Galashiels News August 11, 2026

Violent fireraiser jailed for 11 years after Borders crime spree

Shane Donnelly, 27, committed offences in St Boswells, Galashiels, Hawick and Selkirk last year. BBC News | Galashiels…

Galashiels News August 2, 2026

Borders life coach picks up two awards at Female Founder event

Jill Clowes said it was ‘amazing’ to be recognised for her work after setting up her business last year https://www.bordertelegraph.com/business/rss/…

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Kelso Ram Sales a huge success as bluetongue restrictions eased
by chris.faulds@newsquest.co.uk | Chris Faulds on September 14, 2026 at 6:08 pm
THOUSANDS gathered in Kelso's Springwood Park for the return of the hugely-anticipated Kelso Ram Sales.
Currie snatch last-second win to end Melrose’s perfect start
by callum.carson@newsquest.co.uk | Callum Carson on September 14, 2026 at 6:00 pm
Melrose were edged out in a cracker of a National Premiership clash
NHS Borders wins award for youth nicotine prevention toolkit shaped by young people
by lucette.wood@newsquest.co.uk | Lucette Wood on September 14, 2026 at 5:00 pm
A BORDERS public health team has won an award for its work helping young people understand the risks of nicotine addiction.
Kelso cyclist Oscar Onley makes history with Vuelta a España white jersey
by callum.carson@newsquest.co.uk | Callum Carson on September 14, 2026 at 4:48 pm
The Borderer is the first Scot in 39 years to win a jersey at a Grand Tour
New Borders bio-based facility set to create up to 100 jobs over three years
by callum.carson@newsquest.co.uk | Callum Carson on September 14, 2026 at 4:11 pm
Hemspan’s £4m Scottish Borders facility, backed by SOSE, will expand Biohaus natural-fibre panels for sustainable construction and create up to 100 jobs.