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Melissa Jeffrey, of Honey Be Bright, the illustrator behind this year’s Galashiels Christmas campaign, is one of the competition judges.

Competition to switch on Galashiels' Christmas lights

Center Parcs is planning a new holiday park in the Borders.

£450m holiday village is closer to reality

John Lamont says abattoirs are “vital for our farmers, butchers and rural economy”.

Borders MP calls for greater support for abattoirs

Bowbeat Wind Farm, located in the Moorfoot Hills near Peebles and Innerleithen.

Repowering of wind farm near Peebles is on the agenda

Stewart Technology is presented with its Manufacturer of the Year Award at the Insider Made in Scotland Awards.

National award for Borders-based technology business

Ross Allan, Shelley Edgar, Councillor Leagh Douglas and members of the Newtown Community Christmas Lights and Fair committee. (Pic: Andy Douglas)

Living Christmas tree gifted to Borders village

M&S Sparks customers can earn up to £15 in festive rewards this Christmas by shopping for eligible drinks, flowers and café treats. Photos by Marks and Spencer.

M&S Sparks shoppers can earn £15 in rewards when Christmas shopping

SumUp's Solo Lite is making it easier for people who sell items in their spare time to take payments

The £30 card reader giving casual sellers an answer to ‘got no cash’

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

7 side hustles to make extra money before Christmas

M&S has introduced its 2026 Christmas sandwich range alongside seasonal snacks and sweet treats.

M&S Christmas sandwiches and there's plenty of festive favourites

The Borders Career Collaborative team.

Connections open new doors to employment across the Borders
More than 200 professionals from over 50 organisations came together at Lilliardsedge Holiday Park this month for the second Know Your Network event, strengthening connections between employers, employability services and organisations supporting people across the Scottish Borders.
Hilary Scott

The supermarket says it wants to help customers be well prepared for groceries as the festive season approaches

Asda Christmas delivery slots open today – how to book

Katrina Morrison opened Tweed Aesthetics in April.

Greenlaw nurse marks 25-year career with new aesthetics clinic

The Kelso factory at Pettigrews is set to close.

Greggs announce closure of Kelso factory

We've listed the top 10 highest-rated items in the Sainsbury's Taste the Difference range - and there are definitely some surprises

These are the 10 items Sainsbury's poshest shoppers love the most

Milestone Garden Centre is celebrating 20 years in business in Newtown St Boswells.

Customers invited to share Milestone Garden Centre's 20th birthday celebrations

Celebrating the launch of The Borders Distillery’s first single malt Scotch whisky in Hawick.

Dram fine news for Hawick as Borders Distillery launches first single malt whisk...

The Coach House at Haymount in Duns has been approved for use as a holiday let.

Duns coach house gets go-ahead for holiday let use

AJB Spence & Son Limited is a long-standing, family-run rural company based in Reston.

Reston firm’s expansion approved with hopes of new jobs

Colin McKinlay, Chief Executive Officer, Center Parcs and Rachael Hamilton MSP.

Center Parcs jobs boost for Borders youth

Colin Sturrock will offer employment advice to Borders businesses.

Expert help for Borders businesses

If you’re reliant on decent broadband, this is a great reason to switch to something faster

Working from home? This broadband offer comes with a £150 Gift Card

Households are being urged to check their broadband bills, as staying on the same deal too long could cost hundreds of pounds a year.

Broadband mistake could cost you £452 a year

Lennel House in Coldstream has been praised by inspectors.

Inspectors praise Coldstream care home

The nomination for Lochcarron of Scotland celebrates the dedication of its team, its heritage and craftsmanship, and its world-renowned tartans and textiles.

Lochcarron of Scotland is a finalist in Made in Scotland Awards 2026

Ann Carter, founder of Purple Sage, outside the company’s Soap Barn near Hawick in the Scottish Borders.

Ann’s business is finalist at top women’s awards

Scottish Borders Council is looking for businesses interested in operating from Hawick Business Centre.

Hawick Business Centre on the look-out for a new occupant

Fortis Homes wants to redevelop the estate and save Gattonside House.

Housing plans include saving historic country house
The choice is “restoration or loss” of a historic Scottish Borders coun try house, a developer has warned in its submission o f housing plans to Scottish Borders Council.
Paul Kelly

Permission has been granted to dig deeper at Glenfin Quarry.

Go-ahead granted to dig deeper at Berwickshire quarry

The Gretel in Hawick could become a holiday let and residential flat. (Pic: Google Maps)

Time could be called on famous former Hawick bar

A community cafe and estate shop are planned at Ayton Castle.

Cafe and shop plans at Alan Carr's castle

Employability Day workshops offer support to people looking for a job.

Employability Day workshops offer support across the region

The initiative will enable Borders College to reach more learners, and to develop and deliver new programmes.

New training hub and £25m funding announcement

A temporary banking hub has opened at Heritage Hub on Kirkstile.

Access to cash in Hawick after banking hub opens

Fancy better broadband and a £150 shopping voucher? This deal might be for you

Vodafone Business broadband deal gives new customers a £150 Gift Card

Mags Fenner, founder of Travel Lightly, has relocated to the Borders.

Travel Lightly comes home to the Borders

Business Minister Tom Arthur, Angela Crow of Hike & Bike Hub and SOSE's Russel Griggs.

Business Minister visits Galashiels Hike & Bike Hub following £140,000 funding b...

Ad Feature Closing date set to buy quality Scottish Borders farm

Claire Painter has been granted a certificate of lawfulness from Scottish Borders Council for a business at Kirklands in Easter Street in Duns. (Getty Images)

Green light for Duns childminder

Scottish Borders Chamber of Commerce, Scottish Business Excellence Awards 2025. Photo: Phil Wilkinson

Borders businesses set to shine at excellence awards

Riddell and Fiona enjoyed their last meeting at The Bairnkine, near Jedburgh, where Lucy Tile led a hands-on oatcake workshop.

Rural legacy is celebrated

Preply's limited-time promotion links you up with a live tutor and gets you started on a learning journey for free

This code gets you a free private language lesson with a live tutor

The new unit at Borders Innovation Park in Tweedbank.

Innovation Park completed ‘ahead of time and under budget’

Trust Chiropractic at Valley View In Clovenfords.

Chiropractor fights home clinic ban

Tailored insurance is available to landlords at a discounted rate - so renters should check it’s in place

The insurance detail every renter should ask their landlord about
Fires, floods and storms can leave tenants needing somewhere else to live. This landlord insurance offer includes potential help with alternative accommodation, while property owners can save 10% using code LLSAVE10.
Gareth Butterfield

Moving in to a rented property with your pet in tow has become far easier - but it presents challenges for tenants and landlords

New pet rights could leave landlords facing costly damage bills

The Renters' Rights Act has changed how landlords can regain possession of their properties, making the process more formal and evidence-based.

Five insurance checks every landlord should make now

Bunches directors Dan and Dani Hoving celebrate winning the National People’s Choice Family Business of the Year Award, alongside one of the florist’s bestselling bouquets.

Online florist crowned Britain’s favourite family business

Kelso industrial unit on Sprouston Road approved for new use.

From fitness to fly spray: Kelso unit gets new occupants

Jane Gray at the Female Founder Awards.

Borders business owner glowing with pride

The Espresso Library Cafe in Hawick.

Five Hawick shopfronts to be repainted in heritage colours

Scott Wylie accepts his award.

Greener grazing earns Borders farm top award

L- R: Malcolm King (Creative UK), Kristien Wendt & Lucy Kamall, Tom Arthur MSP. Photo: Sandy Young.

Kelso motorsport tech firm shifts into top gear with £80,000 award

Jon and Mhairi MacLeod-Dunford are looking for an owner who dreams of working with dogs.

Borders doggy day care firm seeks new owner

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