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Marc Wilkinson – standing for Edinburgh & East Lothian People
Marc Wilkinson is standing in Edinburgh Southern and represents the Edinburgh & East Lothian People party.
He told The Edinburgh Reporter that he has...
Robertson says it helps to have a thick skin in politics
Angus Robertson has been in politics for a long time.
Previously the Westminster SNP leader, he then had a break after losing his Moray...
Reform UK say Northfield Hotel to be used for refugees – council says they...
While they were campaigning in Edinburgh, candidates for Reform UK said that Edinburgh Council is going to house male refugees in a development on...
Lothians businesses recognised in King’s Awards
Businesses in Edinburgh and the Lothians have been awarded the King's Awards for Enterprise, as the programme announced its annual list of winners on...
Jacob books place in Italian Open: revitalised after break?
Edinburgh's Jacob Fearnley signalled he may be back on an upward tennis trajectory after a few tough months.
He has won a second qualifying tie...
Accies take Edinburgh Northern vets trophy
Edinburgh Northern rugby club's second over-35 10-a-side tournament saw seven squads compe for the trophy before defending champions Puffin Gannets, from North Berwick, encountered...
Scottish Labour candidate has education policy on his mind
James Dalgleish is the Education Convener on The City of Edinburgh Council, so he wanted to talk about education policy as this is one...
Scottish Governing Bodies for Sport call for increase in sport spending
The Scottish Governing Bodies for Sport (SGBS) have issued a call for all candidates in the Scottish Parliament election to double funding on sport...
Rugby dream fulfilled for Edinburgh pensioner
A care home in Edinburgh has successfully fulfilled one resident’s wish by taking her to watch the Scotland women’s rugby team in action.
When the team...
Scottish Parliamentary election – Edinburgh North Western – Lyn Jardine
Lyn Jardine is the SNP candidate for Edinburgh, North Western at this year's Scottish election.
She was elected as a councillor in 2022, and is...
New little penguin chicks hatch at the zoo
Edinburgh Zoo has some newly hatched gentoo penguin chicks to show off to visitors.
Three chicks have hatched since 29 April each weighing around 98g at...
Atholl Crescent campaigners baffled by heritage body stance
The fall out from a planning application to convert four townhouses in Atholl Crescent to a hostel continues.
The multi-million pound plans for the development...
Findlay – still saying “give us your peach vote” to stop the SNP
Scottish Conservative leader, Russell Findlay, was in Juniper Green on Monday morning campaigning with local candidate, Sue Webber, who is standing in Edinburgh South...
Montreal next stop for Rachel
Edinburgh motor racing prospect, Rachel Robertson, 18, continues to dazzle in her first full season in F1 Academy races.
The series, which runs in support...
Candidates have their say on the Roseburn Path
The Save the Roseburn Path (SRP) campaigners have been active in the last few years trying to preserve the former railway line as it...
Booking now open for summer holiday camps
The Easter Camps at George Watson's College (GWC) were declared a great success by the children who attended and by the school - and...
Endurance ace Iain has unfinished business with CeltMan event
Almost (!) all-conquering endurance athlete Iain Veitch is preparing to tick the one box that has eluded him in a glittering triathlon career.
Fresh from...
Review – The Devil Wears Prada 2 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Gird your loins and hide your unsightly cerulean jumpers because Miranda Priestly’s high heels are stepping back into cinemas this weekend as The Devil Wears...
Davidson’s Mains restaurant wins at the Scottish Curry Awards
Local favourite, Bangla Kitchen, has won the award for Best Indian Takeaway in this year’s Scottish Curry Awards (SCA) announced at an event in...
Harold tees up for Cystic Fibrosis charity
A Liberton golfer is hoping to raise up to £5,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis charity on his home course after his first grandchild was...
Swinney makes no comment on Trump being restored as a GlobalScot member
Whether President Donald Trump will be restored to the membership of GlobalScot after reversing the 10% tariffs on Scotch whisky, First Minister, John Swinney,...
Postal club up and running
Postal Bowling Club opened for the 2026 season with Irene Clark delivering the first jack.
President Colin Forfar welcomed members and guests and this was...
Kai follows in illustrious spike marks
Broomieknowe golfer Kai Laing is the 2026 winner of the Craigmillar Park Open tournament following in the footsteps of Sir Nick Faldo. pictured, who,...
Palestine Museum Scotland one year on
This month the Palestine Museum Scotland celebrates its one year anniversary since opening its doors on Dundas Street in the New Town.
As...
Rocky could face Cristiano Ronaldo in World Cup opener
Rocky Bushiri is heading to the World Cup and could face superstar Cristiano Ronaldo or potentially Hearts striker Claudio Braga in the opening game.
The Hibs defender was an unused...
Property of the month – Chancelot Terrace
"A stunning traditional tenement ideal for first time buyers".
This is a beautifully presented first-floor flat in a traditional Trinity tenement. The area is close...
Edinburgh Council SNP leader sets her sights on Holyrood
Simita Kumar, the leader of Edinburgh Council's SNP Group, has set her sights on Holyrood and Edinburgh South Western after a remarkable rise through the party's ranks.
Kumar...
Lothians’ trio help Scots triumph in bowls event
Lothians' bowlers, Paul Clapperton, Robbie Anderson and Crystal Roberts all contributed as Scotland were crowned 2026 Munro Cup champions at the Learning Disabilities international series...
Edinburgh Zoo chimp gets “clean bill of health” following check-up
A chimpanzee at Edinburgh Zoo has been given a clean bill of health following a check-up by vets.
Chimpanzee Edith, 29, underwent an ultrasound alongside...
Local musicians launch gig to support Gorgie breast cancer centre
Local Edinburgh musicians will perform a joint concert in support of Scotland's first dedicated support and wellbeing centre for people impacted by breast cancer.
Local...
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