Peebles2 days agoTimber transport funds to upgrade 'fragile rural roads'A string of projects across Scotland are to receive funding to help them cope with timber lorries.2 days ago23 Jun 2026Red squirrel sickness reports under investigationTests are being carried out to establish if there is an outbreak of squirrelpox in the Borders.23 Jun 20269 Jun 2026Old school asbestos clear-up to cost council more than £2.5mDetailed surveys reveal significant issues at the former secondary sites in Galashiels and Peebles.9 Jun 202626 May 2026Fly counters help to spot signs of river pollutionHundreds of volunteers survey Scotland's watercourses and report any issues of concern quickly.26 May 20261 May 2026Publishing giant's gift to town gets all clear for upgradeThe Chambers Institution was given to Peebles by 19th Century dictionary publisher William Chambers.1 May 20267 Apr 2026Teachers' regulator apologises for striking off dead teacherThe General Teaching Council for Scotland removed the decision from its website after learning he had died. 7 Apr 202631 Mar 2026Parcel firm told to remove collection locker from conservation areaRetrospective planning for the unit in Peebles is rejected - just like one in Denholm earlier this year.31 Mar 202624 Mar 2026Group set up to safeguard common riding festivalsIncreases in insurance and public liability cover have left many of them facing a funding shortfall.24 Mar 202630 Jan 2026Council that ordered InPost locker removal asked to approve another oneThe local authority in the Borders said a locker in Denholm was not "considered justifiable".30 Jan 2026...
