Walkerburn2 days agoCouncil advised to oppose 'incongruous' Tweed Valley turbinesConcerns have also been raised about the impact on golden eagles in the area near Walkerburn.2 days ago8 days agoGolden eagle project renews calls to reject wind farmConservationists estimate 14 birds could be struck during the 40-year lifetime of the Borders project.8 days ago12 Jun 2025Golden eagle collision fears raised over wind farmConservationists say the plans in the Borders underestimate the danger posed to birds in the area.12 Jun 20256 Jun 2025Threatened rural nurseries to stay open after parents' campaignFive facilities will continue to operate next year after Scottish Borders Council agreed a new plan. 6 Jun 202519 May 2025New tracks help fuel next cycling generationA growing number of pump tracks is helping increase the popularity of the sport in the Borders.19 May 20252 May 2025Rural nurseries facing closure could be reprievedA special meeting will be asked to keep the under threat sites open for the next school year.2 May 202515 Apr 2025Borders council votes for nursery closure planParents in the Borders say they are "disheartened" that plans to shut six sites were not put on hold. 15 Apr 20259 Apr 2025Council confirms more nurseries face mothballingThe local authority in the Scottish Borders says another six sites could close in the summer.9 Apr 202524 Sep 2024Borders chemical firm fined £40,000 for avoidable explosionRathburn Chemicals in Walkerburn was set ablaze after the explosion.24 Sep 2024...
