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Torchlight Procession 2025 – in photos
EdEdinburgh’s Hogmanay officially began on Monday night as Scotland’s top goalkeeper, Craig Gordon, kicked off the city’s Torchlight Procession.
Craig was accompanied by the Depute...
The Elephant House Café opens its doors once again
A new, but established, Edinburgh café has opened again on George IV Bridge on Monday, four years after it had to close because of...
Turner exhibition opens on New Year’s Day
The Turner in January exhibition at National Galleries of Scotland opens to the public on 1 January from noon.
Featuring 38 watercolours by renowned...
Additional funding allocated for projects to help with mental health
More government money will be spend on helping people with their mental health.
Around £3 million will be allocated on funding local projects to...
Hibs win three points in exciting derby match – in photos
Hibs won 3-2 against Hearts at Easter Road on Saturday celebrating 150 years of the fixture.
The 90 minutes began with the first Hibs...
CNN to livestream Hogmanay events from Edinburgh
The celebrations in Edinburgh to see in the New Year will, for the first time, be live-streamed by CNN during the broadcaster's 18-hour long...
Greens plan to extend free bus travel in Scottish budget
The Scottish Greens say they want to offer free bus travel to everyone under 30 years of age in the upcoming Scottish budget.
This would...
Finding padel courts made easy
A London-based startup, Playskan, has launched a new online platform to help padel players quickly find and book courts in Edinburgh.
As padel continues to...
Summerhall Arts has ambitious plans for 2026
Although the future of Summerhall is as a residential development, the charity established to retain the arts focus at the former Dick Vet on...
Specsavers open new store at Straiton
Specsavers say they have had to open a new store at Straiton to keep up with customer demand.
Staff at the new premises will provide...
First Christmas baby born at the Royal Infirmary
The first Christmas baby born at The Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh arrived at 2am.
Parents Hannah and Jack Bowers-Orso had a safe delivery of their...
Give the gift of The Pipes of Christmas
The 27th Pipes of Christmas took place in several cities in the US at the beginning of December, and is now available online for...
Scottish Poetry Library to stage event showcasing Scottish and Jamaican connections
Connections between Scotland and Jamaica will be celebrated in a new collaboration at the Scottish Poetry Library.
The library will present Level Vibes this January....
Looking ahead to this weekend’s Derby
Defender Craig Halkett netted two minutes into injury time to earn Hearts a 1-0 victory over Capital rivals Hibs at Tynecastle on October 4.
The...
Dean Owens voted Americana UK’s Best UK Artist
Leith's Dean Owens has been named Best UK artist for the fifth year in a row in in Americana UK’s annual Readers’ Poll.
This is...
Five things you need to know this Christmas Eve
MagicFest continues to amaze
The presents may have been opened and the turkey gobbled up, but MagicFest reaches its peak this weekend – with loads...
Happy Christmas from Scottish political leaders
The First Minister has issued a Christmas message saying he is looking forward to spending time with his family - particularly his first grandson....
Check your ScotRail journey before travelling this festive period
ScotRail has issued a timely reminder to customers that they should check their journey before travelling during the Christmas and New Year period.
The...
MagicFest continues – tickets available
Among the big hits at MagicFest so far Shape Shifters, a joyful and visually striking new performance for younger children, with spectacular costumes by designer Alison...
Cricket Scotland Hall of Fame nominees
Kari Carswell (née Anderson) has continued trailblazing for women’s cricket with her nomination to the Scottish Hall of Fame alongside Neil McCallum, George Reifer...
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Funding for slavery and colonialism work
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded significant funding to the independent Edinburgh Slavery and Colonialism Legacy Review (ESCLR)...
Drummer brings news of an Elegant Calamity
John Rae, the Edinburgh-born drummer now based in New Zealand, has been sending regular bulletins about the latest jazz developments in his new home...
Festive showdown in gingerbread challenge
Biscuit bricks and candy canes take centre stage in Christmas showdown
Gingerbread houses took centre stage when ten departments from a luxury Edinburgh hotel came...
Council and slavery review group awarded significant funding
Funding has been awarded to the independent Edinburgh Slavery and Colonialism Legacy Review (ESCLR) Implementation Group and The City of Edinburgh Council.
This will allow...
Amorist Bistro – a place to love
This is the perfect spot to chill or catch up with friends. The ambience in Amorist strikes a fine balance between cosy and lively,...
Veterans Housing Scotland publishes booklet to mark anniversary
Veterans Housing Scotland (VHS) celebrated its 110th Anniversary this year.
The charity has produced its own history booklet outlining the progress from 1915 as a record...
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Free help with benefits
People are urged to avoid any demands for payment in return for help with benefits.
Anyone in Scotland who needs extra support in making...
Restaurant business raises funds for Mission Christmas Cash for Kids
The Crab & Lobster Fish Shack in South Queensferry, along with with its sister business, Jack ‘O’ Bryan’s Bar & Kitchen in Dunfermline, has...
‘Hauf and hauf’ revival as Edinburgh drinks partnership hits the pub
Independent brewing and blending duo unveil a citywide collaboration
A modern twist on a traditional Scottish serve is being poured across Edinburgh this festive season,...
Brisbane beckons as Jacob also pays tribute to tennis loving grandad
Edinburgh tennis ace Jacob Fearnley is expected to begin his 2026 campaign at the Brisbane Open, his agent has revealed.
But because it is only...
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