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The statue of Sir Walter Scott in Selkirk’s Market Place has been described as rather “tatty”.

Walter Scott monument could be ‘returned to its former glory’

Planners say the application is not a justifiable extension to the Duns boundary.

Plan to extend Duns boundary with ten new homes refused

Ross Buchan, John Collins and Ryan Cass cut the ribbon.

Iconic football club stand reopens in Galashiels

The two skeletons found in the grounds of Jedburgh Abbey last year.

New light shone on Jedburgh skeletons

The bridge remains in the riverbed, comprising cutwater masonry and oak ‘branders’ which provided a platform for the pier.

Exciting discovery at Ancrum

Human remains, potentially dating back 200 years, have been uncovered during major repair and refurbishment works by Scottish Borders Council on the ramparts wall adjacent to Jedburgh Abbey.

Human skeletons found during repairs to ramparts at Jedburgh Abbey

Steve Anderson at the Queen's Head in Hawick High Street.

Hawick pub almost restored to its former glory

Can you help identify where this image was taken? It’s one of 5000 mysteries Historic Environment Scotland is hoping our readers will help to solve.

Treasure trove of pictures of Scotland in the 1970s and 80s to explore

Historical re-enactors at the opening of a walk at the Philiphaugh battlefield in 2013.

Selkirk waterworks revamp given go-ahead despite battlefield location

Les Ainslie in the field next to his house.

Opposition mounting to Melrose school’s inflatable pitch bid

Heritage fund launch... Jane Ryder, chairwoman of HES, launched the grants scheme at Newhaven Lighthouse. Community groups have until April 30 to express an interest, then submit an application before May 31, for the chance to secure a grant of between £3000 and £20,000.

Chance to celebrate your local waterways
Scores of events have been postponed or cancelled due to coronavirus, including activities for the Scottish Government’s themed Year of Coasts and Waters.

Port House in Jedburgh.

Jedburgh's Port House in line for revamp as part of £1.3m conservation project