News
Croft Road woman’s reports delay jail warning
A SHERIFF has described the malnourished condition of a Rottweiler as an “absolute disgrace”.
Thunderstorms on way, warns council
TOWNSFOLK could face some disruption today with heavy showers and thunderstorms expected to hit the region.
Bottle attack accused has case continued
A TEENAGER has denied carrying out a bottle attack to another male’s severe injury injury and permanent disfigurement.
‘Brothers United’ ready to scale great heights for charity in memory of dad
THREE brothers are set to take on a hiking challenge in the Highlands this weekend in memory of their dad, who passed away at the end of last year.
Villagers turn down proposal for community-owned wind turbine
CONTROVERSIAL plans for a community-owned wind turbine to help power Denholm and Ancrum are dead in the water.
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Marshall is elected honorary provost
STUART Marshall has been elected as the town’s new provost.
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Sport
Mountain bikers battle heavy rain and mud
A SEVEN-STRONG contingent from Hawick Teviotdale MTB took part in Saturday’s inaugural Muckle Toon Adventure Festival at Langholm, where the 25-mile off-road event provided a gruelling challenge in pretty horrendous conditions due to the heavy rain and mud.
Double defeat for Wiltonians
Last Monday night saw Wilton’s five-rink ‘A’ team at Earlston where it was the home side who recorded a victory in cold conditions, winning two of the individual contests, drawing two and losing one. It was a tight game throughout with only eight shots separating the teams at the end.
Falcon MacLeod swoops for awards treble
ALMOST a year since admitting he doubted whether he had a future in rugby, giant lock Scott MacLeod is on the cusp of the biggest game of his life.
Hilary’s riding high
Hawick rider Hilary Mactaggart made a victorious start to the show season when winning the ridden hunter championship at Sunday’s inaugural City of Edinburgh show.
Darling cranks it up in Minto triumph
LAST Thursday night saw the first of the Hawick club’s hilly series time-trials in which Kenny Darling tamed the tough Minto circuit in 27 minutes 10 seconds. Other times: D.Cavers 27:15; G. Jackson 30:39; C. Telfer 31:07; T. Harkness 32:04, P. Smith 32:07 and A. McKerrracher 33:42.
Acreknowe’s unbelievable rise
I THOUGHT the weather was taking a turn for the better last week but it really only lasted one day. The rise on Acreknowe was almost unbelievable, though, with trout showing everywhere, so it was out with the dry flies. I was just casting my team of two flies and letting them drift in the breeze and although the trout were running away with them they were difficult to hook due to the belly in the line.
Lifestyle
Dinner date for Bright-Eyed Daughters Picture gallery
friday night’s Bright-Eyed Daughters annual dinner at Mansfield Park clubrooms proved to be a huge hit once again with a large audience celebrating all-things Common-Riding.
Callants congratulate Cornet Chris Picture gallery
Cornet Chris Ritson was invited to become the newest member of the Callants Club at the congratulatory smoker on Friday evening.
IN PICTURES: ROBERTON RIDE-OUT Picture gallery
Cornet Chris Ritson weathered yesterday’s torrential downpours in true Teri style as Roberton welcomed hundreds of supporters for the third of this year’s rides-out. Photogapher Lesely Fraser focused on the very best moments from a wet yet hugely successful day for the Big Eight and their followers.
Young chefs tantalise legendary restauranteur Roux’s tastebuds
two budding Teri chefs have been cooking up a storm for legendary restauranteur and chef Albert Roux OBE.
New ‘Highlands Lowlands’ exhibition at Hawick Museum
A new exhibition is currently showing in the Waterfall Gallery at Hawick Museum.
IN PICTURES: Cogsmill Ride-out Picture gallery
Chris Ritson was back in the saddle yesterday for his second ride-out as this year’s Cornet, and photographer Lesely Fraser had her lens trained on the man-of-the-moment during another fantastic day.
Community
The Way I See It #41 : By Darren Murphy
Hawick MSP John Lamont voiced his concerns this week at a report which showed a rise in the number of children starting primary school who are deemed to be overweight, obese or severely obese. The figures, compiled by IDS Scotland, revealed that 13.7 per cent of children measured in the NHS Borders region are overweight, while 5.9 per cent are obese.
‘Amazing’ support for charity coffee morning
Sarah’s Angels would like to thank everyone for their donations of time, money, crafts and delicious cakes for Saturday’s coffee morning. Thank you also to the local businesses that supported us, the generous public, and family and friends who helped on the day. With everybody’s support we have so far raised an amazing £1,540 for Cancer Research. We are overwhelmed with this amount, so a massive thank you to everyone for chipping in. There was not a single piece of cake left at the end!
The Way I See It #40 : By Darren Murphy
One of Britain’s most prominent lawyers has called for the age of sexual consent in the United Kingdom to be lowered to 13-years-old. Barbara Hewson, a barrister at Hardwicke Chambers in London, did not stop there, though. No, she also added that those who complain of being sexually assaulted should no longer receive anonymity.
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Blooming great
WE WOULD like to thank everyone who supported our annual raffle, and also those who kindly donated prizez, and Sainsbury’s for the use of its premises.
Fans meant ‘huge amount’ to club
ON BEHALF of the whole of Hawick Rugby Football Club, I would like to warmly thank the good townsfolk and supporters of the team last Saturday’s play-off match.
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Weather for Hawick
Wednesday 22 May 2013
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 3 C to 13 C
Wind Speed: 23 mph
Wind direction: North west
Tomorrow
Light rain
Temperature: 5 C to 9 C
Wind Speed: 25 mph
Wind direction: North west
