Midlothian Premier Inn set to nearly treble number of rooms

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Leading budget hotel chain Premier Inn is set to nearly treble the size of its hotel in Lasswade after saying there is a growing...

Fleet renewal starting to generate savings for West Lothian Council

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A move to introduce a new vehicle fleet in the council is starting to pay dividends.  The council operates more than 1,000 vehicles and pieces of equipment from gritters...

New Transport Wheel unveiled in Edinburgh

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A new red Transport Wheel was unveiled in Edinburgh on Wednesday afternoon, adding to the city's collection. This 201st wheel designates Powderhall Stables as a site...

Edinburgh Science Festival 2026 – programme highlights

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The 2026 Edinburgh Science Festival will take place in the capital during the Easter school holidays, between 4 and 19 April. Some of the programme...

City charity boss enters the Dragons’ Den

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Edinburgh-based entrepreneur, John McClarey, founder of corporate charity sports events company Business Fives, is to appear on an upcoming episode of Dragons’ Den. Business Fives...

Valentine’s Day – some Edinburgh suggestions

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Whether you would like to get married, or simply enjoy a meal with your loved one, here are some last minute suggestions for Edinburgh...

Two men arrested in connection with attempted murder in Edinburgh

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Police have arrested a 31-year-old man in connection with an attempted murder in Edinburgh. Around 9.50pm on Tuesday, 3 February, 2026, officers were called...

Adopt your new canine love on Valentine’s Day

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An affectionate crossbreed is about to spend her first Valentine’s Day in Dogs Trust care, and is searching for her one true love.  Despite stealing the hearts of her foster carers, Kiwi,...

Demand for additional support needs places more than doubles in five...

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Demand for specialist provision for pupils with additional support needs (ASN) has more than doubled in East Lothian over the last five years. Education bosses...

West Lothian households could be charged for replacement bins

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West Lothian householders are going to have to pay for replacement bins if they are stolen if budget proposals are agreed.  Charging households up to £30 a bin...