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Business Stream to sponsor all-female rowing team in the ‘World’s Toughest Row’
Edinburgh based water retailer, Business Stream, has announced its sponsorship of an all-female rowing team, Scotland the Wave, who are set to take part...
Conservatives want to reduce school leaving age
The Scottish Conservatives have made a radical suggestion to overhaul the education system in Scotland.
The party has suggested that by lowering the school leaving...
Swinney confirms that Scotland stands with Ukraine
On Tuesday First Minister John Swinney pledged the support of The Scottish Government to “securing international solidarity” for the long-term future of an independent...
Edinburgh wins Tree Cities of the World award
The capital has been recognised for its "dedication to protecting and cherishing the urban tree canopy".
Edinburgh is one of 27 cities which join 210...
Kirkbrae cricketers create new role for Taha
Kirkbrae Cricket Club, who have teams in Division two and six of the East Leagues have created a new role for 2025 with Taha...
Cast announced for Restless Natives: The Musical
This summer Leith Theatre will come alive during a three month long programme of theatre music and film - and the headline show is...
Festival director to step down
The festival director of the Edinburgh International Children's Festival, Noel Jordan, is stepping down after 10 years.
He has ensured the continuation and growth...
Fundraiser for St Columba’s – Vegas style
A Vegas themed dinner held at Prestonfield House Hotel has raised £93,000 for hospice care at St Columba's.
The event was organised by the hospice...
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Improving pedestrian crossing times
The council's Transport and Environment meets on Thursday when it will discuss how to resolve delays to pedestrians at pedestrian crossings....
Hearts fan fined for racist comment
A Hearts supporter who shouted a shocking racist comment at a rival Hibs player during the Edinburgh Derby has been fined and banned from...
Lothian announce bus fare increases and new services
The city's bus company, Lothian, is recruiting up to 30 new drivers to help provide extra services to meet increased customer demand in Edinburgh...
The W Edinburgh named Scottish Hotel of the Year
The W Edinburgh has been named Scottish Hotel of the Year for 2025.
In addition the hotel also won the Lifestyle Luxury Hotel of the...
New leadership for legal firm will “embrace the future”
Rob Aberdein has been appointed as Group Managing Director of the Scottish legal firm, Simpson & Marwick.
Mr Aberdein returns to the helm after three...
Finn plans for life beyond rugby
Scotland’s rugby team returns to Scottish Gas Murrayfield this month for an encounter with Wales.
And star stand-off Finn Russell is set to have an...
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Blood donors wanted, Western Harbour planning consultation, pavement in Morningside, Eat Out Edinburgh and a plea for help from Sunflower Scotland
Give blood at...
Edinburgh man admits possession of indecent images and videos
An Edinburgh dad has been caught in possession of a horror haul of child sex abuse material.
Philip Bampton was found to have stored hundreds...
City diner serving student discount
Edinburgh diner chain Hollywood Burgers & Shakes is offering a tasty 20% discount for all students in the city for the remainder of 2025.
The...
Matt plans a pro tennis career
Edinburgh’s Matt Rankin, 20, is a former British junior No 1 and the 2022 Scottish junior player of the year who is currently on...
Josh Landers follows in David Gray’s footsteps
Josh Landers has followed in David Gray’s footsteps after sealing a £100k move to English Premier League side West Ham United last month
The former...
Somewhere By Nico -surrealism meets Latin American flair
Edinburgh's West End has a jewel in its crown, and it is as much a feast for the eyes as it is for the...
Attendances booming at women’s football
Women’s football in Scotland is booming with attendance at matches increasing and enthusiasm growing for the match-day experience, research shows. A new study shows a...
McTavish impressed by fans costumes
Scots Hobbit star Graham McTavish told an audience in Edinburgh that fans of his films are so convincing in their costumes, they could walk...
Murray says political division caused economic loss
Scottish Secretary of State, Ian Murray, will warn this week a "lost decade" of division between the Scottish and UK governments which he will...
Curling club holds charity bonspiel
Edinburgh Curling Club held its annual charity bonspiel in support of British Heart Foundation.
Thanks to the kind generosity of clubs and members who sponsored...
Prize giving kicks off Marchmont milestone season
Marchmont cricket club, looking forward to their 50th season in the East of Scotland Leagues, kicked off the campaign with a prize-giving for 2024...
Boxing at Portobello Town Hall
Scottish internationalist Aurel Szilagyi will top the bill at 70kgs against a selected opponent from the West of Scotland when the Royal Amateur Boxing...
All month long – enjoy Eat Out Edinburgh
Eat Out Edinburgh, the highly anticipated city-centre restaurant festival run by Essential Edinburgh, today reveals the full list of incredible dining offers running throughout...
Mum living in fear after night attack
A Scottish mum-of-six is living in fear after her car was torched in a shocking night time attack.
Rosanna Duncan was woken by a neighbour...
Old Edinburgh Club looks back in history this March
The Old Edinburgh Club has highlighted some of the significant historical events which have taken place in March in the past.
There are some from...
Dining out – when service makes the difference
In these cash-strapped times, dining out is a treat that should create lasting memories. While exciting new venues constantly emerge on Edinburgh's vibrant culinary...
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