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Nostalgia: Where do the colours of the Hawick Flag come from? ππ
This week we offer a few theories.
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What was your favourite moment of @HawickCR 2026? ππ
Catch up with this year's Big Week in this week's Hawick Paper. Out now. πΈποΈ
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Check out the latest π¦π½πΌπΏπ action in this week's paper. From the racing turf to the rugby pitch, we cover all ground! βοΈ
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Nostalgia: Do we really give enough thought to the Hawick Flag, beyond its capture at Hornshole in May 1514? ππ
Read 'pairt yin' of our Hail to the Banner series - The Galilean roots of the Hawick Colour - only in your Hawick Paper.
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π£οΈπΆ || The first Hut of 2026 last Thursday night provided a powerful reminder of the passion and emotion that lie at the heart of the Hawick Common Riding.
Read all about the "stuff of dreams", with photos and more, in this week's paper.
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π€π || The 1514 Clubβs 62nd annual dinner celebrated Hawickβs deep-rooted heritage, highlighting the Cornetβs own family legacy and the "shared heartbeat" that unites the town during the Common-Riding.
Full report and pictures in this week's paper.
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ππ || Kirkin' Sunday is always a deeply moving day of tradition, reflection, and pride. In this weekβs edition, we take you through every key moment of the day with extensive coverage and stunning photography across our feature pages.
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π Denholm Souvenir Special ππ
Rain couldn't damp the community spirit for the final ride-out of the season. From a rapturous reception on the village green to poignant moments of reflection, we have the full story and all the best photos in this weekβs edition.
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Check out the latest π¦π½πΌπΏπ action in this week's paper. From the cricket crease to the running track, we cover all ground! βοΈ
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After decades spent supporting others through war, tragedy, illness and loss, Rev. Michael Scouler has retired as NHS Borders chaplain, describing the role as βhumblingβ.
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The Moor could be set for its biggest change in generations, with ambitious plans for a new multi-use building moving a step forward this week.
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A special whisky was officially unveiled at The Borders Distillery last Wednesday night, as members of the Common-Riding Committee joined Cornet Jordan Nuttall for an exclusive tasting session. π₯
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Outgoing @HawickU18s president Ian Hair has praised all three of the clubβs sides β and those behind the scenes β for the effort they put in during the 2025/26 season after it came to a close. π
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Wilton Primary Schoolβs first Colour Run proved a resounding success, raising more than Β£5,000 for school funds. π
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Some 200 children tackled an obstacle course at Wellfield playing field.
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Burnfoot and Trinity primary schools both hit the high spots in the annual John Slorance Shield and John Slorance Cup five-a-side football tournament at Volunteer Park. β½οΈπ
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Nostalgia: History is coming alive in The Hawick Paper this week. Don't miss 'St Maryβs stories (pairt five): Balconies, brawls, and broken pews' - a fascinating look at the rebellion, chaos, and colourful characters that shaped our town in the 17th century.
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