Lothian Buses to introduce new service to South Queensferry
The Ferry will not be left without a bus service following intervention by Lothian Buses.
The Edinburgh Reporter has been told that from 4 June...
Same again for SNP in two Central Scotland seats
SNP aim to hold on to two Central Scotland constituencies with the same candidates in the General Election next month.
Hannah Bardell contests Livingston against...
Police charge three with drugs offences
Over £41,000 of Class A drugs and around £2,300 in cash were discovered yesterday as part of Operation Eagle conducted by Edinburgh Police.
A man...
#GE2017 – Edinburgh North & Leith – Lorna Slater
The Edinburgh Greens have chosen Lorna Slater as their candidate for Edinburgh North and Leith in next month's General Election.
Lorna is an engineer who lives...
Police hunt driver of white BMW 5 series following hit and...
Police are appealing for witnesses following a hit and run collision in the south of the city which happened around 8.25 p.m. last night on...
Police hunt thief who stole tapestry panel from St Giles Cathedral
Police are appealing for witnesses after a piece of art was stolen in the city centre.
The incident happened around 3.30 p.m. on Sunday 7th...
Scottish Charity aims to find homes for 63 rescue pets
The Scottish SPCA is encouraging animal lovers in Edinburgh and the Lothians to consider giving a rescue pet a second chance at...
Kerr romps home in West Lothian
West Lothian Conservatives celebrated after winning seven seats in the local council elections. They previously had only one seat held by veteran councillor Tom...
Local teacher explains why ‘Teaching Makes People’
The Scottish Government’s ‘Teaching Makes People’ campaign targets university undergraduates studying science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects as well as people currently working in STEM industries.
The...
Elderly couple fight off robber who tried to steal their car...
A police investigation is underway after a thief who tried to steal their car from a driveway in Stanley Place yesterday afternoon.
A 71-year-old man was...
Firefighters tackle large wildfire near West Calder
Scottish Fire and Rescue Service are currently tackling a large wildfire at Harburn, West Calder having been called out at 1.05pm yesterday.
Six appliances attended...
Community grant gives people with disabilities chance to learn to play...
People with disabilities in Edinburgh will get access to new opportunities to learn to play, perform and record music thanks to a grant of...
Dalkeith Country Park restoration claims two awards
In just seven days Dalkeith Country Park has claimed two highly coveted awards.
The Park claimed the 'Regeneration and Conservation Award' at the Edinburgh Architectural...
Edinburgh council elections – coalition talks over the weekend
Following the election results which were announced on Friday, The Edinburgh Reporter understands that there may be a minority coalition administration. Talks will take place this...
Police Scotland launches week-long drink/drug drive campaign
Police Scotland launches a week-long drink/drug drive campaign today to coincide with the time of year when statistics show Scotland’s road users are at...
Man due in court following Prestonpans robbery
A 35-year-old man is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court today in connection with a robbery in Prestonpans which occurred around 1.45pm on Tuesday 2nd May...
Historic ceremony in Edinburgh marks dissolution of Westminster parliament
The Right Honourable Lord Lyon King of Arms has summoned a new UK Parliament from Edinburgh ahead of the UK Parliamentary Election on 8...
Drug dealer jailed for six and a half years at Edinburgh...
Barry Crossan (40) from Edinburgh was sentenced to six and a half years in prison at Edinburgh High Court yesterday after pleading guilty to...
The Duke of Edinburgh to retire from public life
The Royal Household has put out a statement this morning about the Duke of Edinburgh.
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh has decided that...
Chief Constable announces two senior appointments to join Police Scotland
Chief Constable Phil Gormley has announced two senior appointments to join Police Scotland.
James Gray has been confirmed as Chief Financial Officer and Jude Helliker...
Scottish SPCA appeal after dog discovered in collapsed state near Fauldhouse
The Scottish SPCA is appealing for information after a tan coloured male dog was discovered alone in a collapsed state on Thursday (27 April).
Scotland’s...
Council Elections 2017 – Morningside
The current councillors for the ward are
Mark McInnes - Scottish Conservative and Unionist
Melanie Main - Scottish Green Party
Paul Godzik - The Labour...
The Scottish Gallery turns 175 this year
To celebrate The Scottish Gallery's landmark anniversary over 100 of Scotland's most celebrated artists have contributed specially created artworks and the exhibition opens today.
We...
Council Elections 2017 – Forth Ward
The current councillors for the Forth Ward are :
Cammy Day - Scottish Labour Party
Allan George Jackson - Scottish Conservative and Unionist
Steve Cardownie - Scottish National...
SP Energy Networks teams up with The Risk Factory to encourage...
The number of incidents involving young people playing close to live electricity has surged by almost 50% in Edinburgh and the Lothians in the past year,...
Police create online application form to request information on persons of...
Police Scotland have created an online application form under the existing Sex Offender Community Disclosure Scheme to improve accessibility for an initial application to...
James Keatings’ strike nominated for PFA Goal of the Season
Hibs' striker James Keatings is in the running for the PFA Goal of the Season following his sensational strike against Falkirk in April.
With the scores...
Council elections 2017 – Sighthill/Gorgie
The home of Hearts Football Club, this is a ward which is also home to Gorgie City Farm which was in danger of closing...
Police investigating Armadale attack issue e-fit
Police in Livingston are continuing to investigate a serious sexual assault of a 32-year-old female jogger in Armadale.
The incident happened around 9pm on Tuesday...
Average Speed Camera system to be installed on Old Dalkeith Road
For the first time in Scotland, an Average Speed Camera system is to be installed on a local road.
The system is being introduced on...
