Death announced of Provost Adam Montgomery
Midlothian Council Provost, Councillor Adam Montgomery has died suddenly after a short illness.
The Labour Councillor represented Penicuik for over 31 years on both Lothian...
Congratulations Professor Martin Tangney!
Edinburgh resident, biofuel and sustainability expert Professor Martin Tangney has been awarded an honorary Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire...
Retailers facing toughest period for some time
The British Retail Consortium have announced that High Street spending in the run up to Christmas increased at the slowest rate since 2012.
Rising prices...
Textile design competition
The general public, design students and existing designers are invited to enter a competition to celebrate the opening of London’s Fashion and Textile Museum’s...
Donations from fast-food staff
McDonalds' teams at the Newbridge and Corstorphine have worked together to donate money and food for the Edinburgh Food Project.
It distributes to food banks...
Church may have the answer for those with money troubles
If money is a source of stress, new free sessions run by the local church might be an answer to your prayers.
A new, eight-week...
Dr Bell’s repositions itself for the New Year
The board at Dr Bell’s Family Centre is very pleased that that they have secured funding for a new project called Breaking Barriers for...
Making That Life-Changing Resolution
Life is difficult. We all have problems – life is a succession of hurdles to overcome and difficult choices to consider. Sometimes we need...
Eligible adults urged to get free flu vaccination
Scottish Government advises that 'Free vaccine is best form of protection.'
The Health Secretary and Chief Medical Officer are joining together to urge all eligible...
Woman dies after falling from Scott Monument
A woman died after falling from the Scott Monument in Princes Street around 3.45pm yesterday afternoon.
The death is not thought to be suspicious but inquiries are...
Opinion – Education Convener has his say on the schools review
by Councillor Ian Perry who is the Education Convener at The City of Edinburgh Council.
The council announced plans in November of ways that they...
Scottish SPCA encourages animal lovers to take part in 2018 Edinburgh...
The Scottish SPCA is encouraging animal lovers to take part in the 2018 Edinburgh Marathon Festival taking place on 26 and 27 May.
Scotland’s animal...
At the Dovecot Gallery from February – Garry Fabian Miller Voyage
The Garry Fabian Miller Voyage exhibition from 2 February to 7 May 2018, showcases a new tapestry created in collaboration with Dovecot Tapestry Studio,...
Charity can use your unwanted gifts
With the Festive season over, many will have received unsuitable or unwanted gifts.
Instead of throwing them away or leaving them unused, the British Heart...
Two police officers honoured for distinguished service
Two Police Scotland officers have been awarded the Queen's Police Medal (QPM) in recognition of their distinguished service namely Barry McEwan, Chief Superintendent, Police...
Comment – Jonathan Cowie of Edinburgh Napier University – Nationalisation of...
Britain's railways were nationalised 70 years ago – let's not do it again
No backtracking.
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Jonathan Cowie, Edinburgh Napier University
It is 70 years...
First 2018 baby boxes out for delivery today
First baby boxes of the new year delivered.
Some families in Scotland are awaiting important deliveries of new babies this New Year and from today...
Direct air route to China within Edinburgh’s grasp
Edinburgh is still vying to win the first direct Scotland to China flight and today it is announced that Edinburgh Hotels Association (EHA) will be...
Investigation underway after 80-year-old woman robbed on Lady Road
A police investigation is underway after an 80 year-old woman was assaulted and robbed of her shopping as she crossed a road on Hogmanay.
Detectives said the...
Woman reported missing from Morningside
UPDATE
Police in Edinburgh can confirm that Isobel Miller has been traced safe and well.
The 94-year-old was found at the Dean Bridge at around 6.25pm...
Happy New Year from the politicians
Some Scottish politicians have put out New Year messages and they are included here.
So ahead of the bells at midnight here is what they...
Contactless payments introduced on Edinburgh Trams
Edinburgh Trams is streamlining ticket purchases with the introduction of contactless payments at their vending machines.
The ticket machines at tram stops will accept contactless...
Torchlight Procession – new route ends with #Scotword in Holyrood Park
A spectacular sea of light illuminating the winter night, Torchlight Processions will mark the opening of Edinburgh's New Year celebrations, this year culminating in...
Bridgend – a building, a past and a future
A 19th century farmhouse on the south side of Edinburgh will re-open in the New Year as a community centre with a difference. Just...
Ice hockey – skipper calls for revenge over Fife
Edinburgh Capitals host arch rivals Fife Flyers (face-off 4pm) on Hogmanay and co-coach Mike D’Orazio expects no mercy.
Fired-up Fife Flyers thrashed the bottom club...
A hundred Scots awarded an honour in the Queen’s New Year...
Congratulations to more than a hundred Scots who have been honoured in the Queen’s New Year Honours list and among them many have links to...
What Would Make 2018 Amazing For You?
Did you know that 80% of New Year's resolutions fail? You probably assumed the number. I know how it is. The champagne pops. Everyone...
Witness appeal after BMW M2 stolen during housebreaking in Uphall
Police are appealing for witnesses following a housebreaking and theft in Uphall, Broxburn which took place between 2.30pm yesterday afternoon and 12.10am this morning at an address...
Police name motorcyclist who died in Boxing day collision
Police have named the motorcyclist who died in a collision with a parked car in Edinburgh on Boxing Day as David McGarvey from Edinburgh.
The 28-year-old...
Police release CCTV images following Currie break-ins
Police have released CCTV images of a man they wish to trace following a number of incidents which took place in the early hours of...
