A major milestone has been reached in plans for a new high school, with preparatory works concluding and the £56million project moving into its main construction phase. The enabling phase, which began in earnest last July, has now been completed, clearing the way for the next stage of the development....
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This year’s Border League season has ended in complete frustration. The tournament was brought to an end with a number of games forfeited and four teams – including Hawick – finishing joint top on the same number of points....
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A long-awaited banking hub for the town has advanced a step closer, with proposals to convert the vacant former beds shop at 4 Bourtree Place under consideration. While a temporary location is yet to be confirmed, a planning application has been submitted to fully refit the unit to accommodate a permanent banking hub, following the...
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In response to recent press coverage associated with violence in schools and a series of questions posed by The Hawick Paper, I have provided responses to each of these matters below. I want to state at the outset that the safety and wellbeing of all pupils, staff and volunteers in our schools is of primary...
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Scottish Borders Council has come under fire for “shockingly vindictive tactics” after dismissing two volunteers who signed a letter expressing concern over rising levels of violence in local schools....
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Hawick Youth Rugby Under-18 captain Harry Wear says he is “very proud” after his side won the Border Semi-Junior League Cup on Saturday to complete a memorable league and cup double for the season....
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Hawick has lost one of its most cherished characters with the passing of Les Jarvis, whose warmth, humour and resilience left a lasting impression on all who knew him. He died in the early hours of Sunday, aged 58, following a brave battle with oesophageal cancer....
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Scottish Borders Council has reportedly issued a stern warning to utility companies following two weeks of “shambolic” roadworks in Sandbed, which left motorists, residents, and local businesses frustrated. Councillor Watson McAteer said: “Senior management at Openreach and their contractor Circe have been contacted by SBC and reminded of their specific responsibilities as a statutory undertaker...
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ISSUE No.502
If you are logged in and have an active digital subscription to The Hawick Paper, you can read the eHawickPaper for Friday 27 March 2026 below:...
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ISSUE No.501
If you are logged in and have an active digital subscription to The Hawick Paper, you can read the eHawickPaper for Friday 20 March 2026 below:...
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A season of mud, miles and memorable finishes was brought to a fitting close on Saturday night, as the Teviotdale Harriers gathered in the Evergreen Hall for their end-of-season presentation....
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Work has officially begun on the long-anticipated £450million Center Parcs holiday village, with First Minister John Swinney joining developers and local schoolchildren to mark the milestone with a ceremonial tree planting. The event, held on Wednesday near the Hassendean site, brought together Center Parcs chief executive Colin McKinlay, pupils from Trinity and Stirches primary schools,...
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Scottish Borders Council has moved to counter claims about deteriorating behaviour and safety in Hawick schools, insisting that recent criticism does not reflect the reality in classrooms across the town....
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Cracking Rhapsody made the frame at the Cheltenham Festival, finishing fourth in the County Hurdle race. Ridden by Craig Nichol, and trained by Ewan Whillans, the 50-1 chance gave an impressive account on jump racing’s top stage....
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