Ellis wins Bass Rock leg, but it was tight

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Three anglers each had three fish in round six of the Bass Rock Shore Angling League at weed-filled Belhaven Beach. Dunbar-based angler, Dave Ellis, won...

Driver who deliberately targeted pedestrian jailed for more than six-years

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A 31-year-old man has been sentenced to more than six years for attempted murder and other offences at the High Court in Edinburgh.  Lewis Burns...

Highland Show kicks off in Edinburgh

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THE ROYAL Highland Show has kicked off in Ingliston, Edinburgh, with farmers, tourists and locals flocking to the showground to enjoy the showcase of...

Motorcyclist taken to hospital following a crash in Midlothian

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A male motorcyclist has been rushed to hospital following a crash in Loanhead this morning, Thursday 18 June 2026.  The crash took place Around 9.15am.  Emergency services including police officers, paramedics and firefighters...

Beehive care claim rejected by council

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Claims that a new business required 24/7 onsite care for its beehives and tourist huts has been rejected by councillors in East Lothian.  Businessman John McCallum appealed after  planners...

Pleasance announces national theatre partnership with new Fringe productions

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The Pleasance has announced five productions selected for its 2026 Edinburgh National Partnerships Programme, partnering with theatres across the United Kingdom. Taking part in August during the Edinburgh Festival...

Police arrest and charge 39-year-old woman in connection with series of...

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Police officers in East Lothian have arrested and charged a 39-year-old woman in connection with a number of thefts from shops.  The woman was arrested yesterday Wednesday...

Football flag and jersey row nothing to do with SNP says...

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A decision to stop workers displaying Scotland flags or wearing the national jersey during the World Cup had nothing to do with the SNP...

Hearts visit Aberdeen as they kick-off league campaign

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Pittodrie is the first port of call for Hearts in the William Hill Premiership with the Jambos travelling to the Granite City on Saturday,...

Councillors green light plans for 3,000 new homes at West Calder

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West Lothian councillors have given the green light to plans to build almost 3,000 homes on farmland near the Five Sisters at West Calder, The long-awaited application...