This is how many points you'll get on your licence for these driving offences Breaking the law while behind the wheel can come with a hefty fine attached - and put points on your license too. Traffic and Travel
The bizarre local laws you need to know when travelling to these 14 countries Countries around the world all have their own unique customs, with many having strict laws in place for travellers' safety. Lifestyle
Suspected hare coursing in East Lothian is investigated Police are investigating a report of suspected hare coursing in East Lothian on the evening of Thursday, May 2. Crime
Borders goshawks deaths Police Scotland’s Wildlife Crime Unit is investigating the illegal killing of two birds of prey in the Borders. Crime
Thieves target Coldingham Police are appealing for witnesses following the theft of two vehicles and break-ins at beach huts at Coldingham Bay. News
What is martial law and why might it be introduced after Brexit? Martial law has been trending on Google after government officials refused to rule it out in the case of a no-deal Brexit People
Late night armed robbery at Kelso shop Police are appealing for witnesses following an armed robbery at a convenience store in Kelso’s Roxburgh Street at around 10.55pm on Monday evening. News
The festive drink/drive tally starts Two people have been arrested as part of the ongoing ‘Don’t Risk It, Don’t Drink and Drive’ campaign in the Scottish Borders. News
Police investigate Berwick vehicle thefts Police officers in Berwick are appealing for the public’s help after three vehicles were stolen. News
Duncan’s family see internet troll jailed An internet troll has been jailed for 14 months for tormenting families in mourning by posting sick messages on social media tribute pages. News
Warning issued after reports of dolphins being harassed in Berwick Irresponsible jet skiers and boat users have been warned they could drive local wildlife away from Berwick – and scare dolphins from the River Tweed. News
Man fined £4k for assaulting officer A man has been ordered to pay almost £4,000 after assaulting an Environment Agency officer and threatening to burn down his house. News
Pensioner denies child sex attacks in Selkirk and Eyemouth A pensioner has been accused of sexually assaulting two young girls. News
Region’s crime levels up 12% on last year, figures reveal Recorded crime has risen by 12% in the Borders, figures released by Police Scotland this week reveal. Crime
Caravans stolen from a yard in Greenlaw Police are appealing for information after the theft of two caravans from a storage yard in Greenlaw. News
Van parked in Duns vandalised and tools inside were stolen Police in the Borders are appealing for witnesses after equipment and items worth four figures were stolen from a van in Duns, which was also vandalised. News
