News
Missing person found safe and well after search
AN elderly woman has been found safe and well at home in Wales having sparked a search by the emergency services in Berwick on Wednesday night.
Maternity unit could be moved elsewhere
PLANS for a new hospital on the playing fields at Berwick Academy have received a cautious welcome.
Scooters drive into Paxton
SCOOTER fanatics from all over the country and further afield descended on Paxton House last weekend to attend the 3rd Border Bash Scooter Rally.
Vintage show to celebrate Queen’s jubilee
AS part of the jubilee celebrations Berwick will have its own ‘village show’ in the town hall on Monday, June 4 when residents can show off their skills at baking, handicrafts and flower arranging – all with a jubilee theme.
Top award for health trust
NORTHUMBRIA Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has once again been recognised as one of the country’s top trusts.
Sport
Learmonth gunning for place in GB Euro squad
GUY Learmonth is dreaming of a place in Britain’s Olympic squad for this summer’s Games in London.
Bandits hope to build on league opener
Berwick opened their Premier League campaign with their biggest win of the season when they beat Redcar 65-28 at Shielfield on Saturday.
Handling willing to come back to Shielfield on loan
Hot-shot Hibs striker Danny Handling has revealed how he would relishthe chance to return to Berwick Rangers again on loan if circumstances allow.
New sports awards
A NEW competition is being launched to honour the cream of the county’s sporting crop.
Celebrate the Olympic countdown with The Berwick Advertiser and Berwickshire News
AS part of the build-up to the Olympic Games this year we are featuring a selection of local clubs whose sports will be showcased in London 2012.
Lifestyle
No nuts but loads of laughs as Duns Players excel again
Duns Players took to the boards again last week at the Volunteer Hall in Duns for a further two episodes of Fawlty Towers, looking to build on last year’s outstanding performances.
Outside Track include Berwick in UK tour
FOLLOWING their sell-out tour earlier this year, and fresh from touring the US, The Outside Track are bringing their virtuosity and energy to a concert in Berwick on Friday, May 18.
Talent contest aims to find county’s finest
THIS is the last chance for any hopefuls out there to prove they have what it takes to be Northumberland’s top talent.
Lisa set for ‘Beauty’ show
Berwick and District Amateur Operatic Society have announced that Lisa Summers will direct next year’s production of Disney’s ‘Beauty and the Beast’.
String band lined up for Rennington
THE New Rope String Band will be performing at Rennington Village Hall on Saturday, May 19 starting 6pm.
Community
Birds on your doorstep
Q: Is it OK to peep in a blackbird’s nest in my hedge or will the bird desert?
Harbour Notes
CARGO passing through the port in April was slightly down on the March, with 9,193 tonnes compared to 11,604 the previous month.
Talent contest aims to find county’s finest
THIS is the last chance for any hopefuls out there to prove they have what it takes to be Northumberland’s top talent.
Berwick’s BARK news
THANK you to everyone who attended our car boot sale and open day, and to Border Skip Hire and the Ramparts MOT Centre for their support.
Holy Island walk appeal
The Holy Island Forget Me Not Walk is back for 2012 and an appeal is going out for participants.
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Weather for Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Friday 18 May 2012
Today
Light rain
Temperature: 5 C to 8 C
Wind Speed: 17 mph
Wind direction: North east
Tomorrow
Light rain
Temperature: 3 C to 7 C
Wind Speed: 17 mph
Wind direction: North east
