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Dry January? Mocktail suggestions here
After the excesses of December, and in the interest of a health and wellbeing reset, it is usual to make some New Year's resolutions....
Road closed at West Linton
A section of the A702 has been closed in West Linton due to damage to Westwater Bridge caused by increased river flows following a...
Old Edinburgh Club January talk
Instruments, Institutions and Individuals: The Local Networks of the Royal Observatory Edinburgh in the 19th Century.
The Old Edinburgh Club talk will be delivered by...
Government encouraging home ownership for priority groups
First-time buyers and others on low to medium incomes are being encouraged to take advantage of the Open Market Shared Equity Scheme to help...
Challenges to tourism remain but the sector is resilient
VisitScotland Regional Director, Neil Christison, reflects on tourism in the Edinburgh and the Lothians this year and how partnership working can help ensure tourism...
Rail passengers warned of likely disruption
ScotRail is warning customers to expect significant disruption during the latest round of strike action by RMT members of Network Rail.
The dispute does not...
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay bows out with Final Fling from the Gardens
The final set of gigs in Princes Street Gardens closed this year's Edinburgh's Hogmanay and featured Hamish Hawk, Elephant Sessions and Tide Lines.
Hamish Hawk...
The Old Edinburgh Club – important historical events to note in January
In January, there were many notable events which took place in past years. Here is a breakdown of what happened in history compiled by...
What’s on this New Year’s Day in Edinburgh
Happy New Year!
The celebrations on Hogmanay were of course spectacular, but that does not spell the end of this year's festivities. There is...
Hogmanay’s Midnight Moment in Edinburgh
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay welcomed back the pyrotechnicians, Titanium who once again designed one of the world’s best New Year firework displays, launched from Edinburgh...
Pet Shop Boys – Hogmanay celebrated in Edinburgh with style
Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe ensured that the New Year got off to a great start in Edinburgh. Tonight's show at the Ross Bandstand...
New Year message from the Scottish Secretary of State
A message for everyone living in Scotland from Alister Jack, the Scottish Secretary of State.
Mr Jack said: "This past year is one we...
Scottish Government claims Brexit damage is mounting
The Scottish Government claims that two years after the transition period ended the damage from Brexit continues to mount.
The government also continues to demand...
CBE honour for Director of UK Astronomy Technology Centre
Professor Gillian Wright, Director at the UK Astronomy Technology Centre in Edinburgh, has received a CBE for services to astronomy in the New Year...
St John and the City volunteer fundraiser is honoured with OBE
A volunteer whose project culminated in hundreds of defibrillator machines being installed in Edinburgh and all over Scotland has been named in the New...
Gorgie Farm announce imminent closure
News has broken today that LOVE Learning, the charity which took over Gorgie Farm in 2019 may have no alternative but to hand back...
NHS Lothian issue up to date advice on dealing with respiratory viruses
NHS Lothian say that an increasing number of respiratory viruses in Lothian is adding extra pressure on the hospital system.
Cases of Flu are surging...
New lifesaving equipment installed at Haymarket Station
New lifesaving public access equipment has been installed at Haymarket railway station, with a donation from The Daniel Baird Foundation.
The bleed control kit...
Stockbridge Shelter shop opens for designer bargains on Tuesday
Shelter Scotland’s famous January Stockbridge launch returns for its 20th Anniversary on Tuesday 3 January 2023 from 10am.
Running since 2003, the Stockbridge shop’s January extravaganza attracts...
Parliamentary bees are buzzing
The Scottish Parliament’s bee population has grown to more than half a million bees.
In 2014 The Scottish Parliament became the first legislature in the...
North Berwick business obtains planning permission for extension
Employee-owned firm expects increased productivity following expansion
The North Berwick campervan converter has been granted planning permission to expand its workshop next year.
Jerba Campervans will...
Fight is on to save Western Harbour ponds
A group of Leith residents are fighting to secure the future of three natural ponds home to a “diverse” range of wildlife, after the...
Greens warn against moves to turn Holyrood into a Westminster “circus”
The Scottish Parliament must guard against any attempt by the Tories turn Holyrood into a Westminster style circus, warn the Scottish Greens.
A number of...
Councillor calls for Gaelic tram signs in Edinburgh
An Edinburgh councillor has called for Gaelic signs to be installed at stops along Edinburgh’s tramline.
It comes after the council decided against including the...
50 year anniversary of the ‘Seven Nil’ game
New Year’s Day marks the 50th anniversary of The Seven Nil game, arguably the finest performance from the legendary team known at Turnbull’s Tornadoes.
The...
First Minister’s Christmas message
It is customary for all political leaders to issue a message at certain times of the year including Christmas.
You can listen to or...
Clean Heat Event in January – book your place now
Transition Edinburgh Clean Heat Forum are organising a Clean Heat Event on 28 January 2023 from 2pm to 6pm
A spokesperson said: "This event will...
The Balmoral appoints Paul Hart as Executive Chef
With local seasonal produce at its heart, The Balmoral is entering a new culinary era with Paul Hart at the helm.
The Balmoral, a Rocco...
Buy tram tickets online for travel to Edinburgh Rugby match at Murrayfield
Any fans travelling to BT Murrayfield Stadium for the world’s oldest inter-city rugby match are reminded of the Edinburgh Trams travel deal.
Ahead...
Greens urge all MSPs to “vote with clear heads and open hearts”
The Scottish Greens say that MSPs must vote with clear heads and open hearts and vote for Gender Recognition Reforms on Wednesday.
The party's equalities...
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