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EIS fighting for security for teachers
Wednesday is a Day of Action called by the Educational Institute of Scotland (EIS) to support teachers who are employed on temporary...
New exhibition opening at Whitespace Gallery on Wednesday
Scottish artist Stuart McAlpine Miller is opening an exhibition of his latest work, Reimagined, described as a "bold new collection marking a powerful...
Magical Winter Village will light up Fort Kinnaird this Christmas
This Christmas, Fort Kinnaird will be transformed into a festive wonderland filled with seasonal street food, artisan gifts, fairground rides and spectacular circus shows...
Edinburgh charities stick to desks despite hybrid hype
New data highlights enduring value of in-person work
A major new survey has confirmed that physical workspace remains essential for Scotland’s third sector –...
Gymnastics display back for another year
Edinburgh Leisure’s Festive Gymnastics Display is back again, bringing together over 800 gymnasts from across the city and beyond to perform in front of...
Boroughmuir preparing to add women’s rugby
Boroughmuir Rugby Club are on the brink of forming their first-ever women's team.
The move comes after the successful creation of the "Banshees" who are...
Edinburgh based charity installs solar-powered operating rooms in Ukraine
Solar-powered theatres double surgical capacity at major children’s hospital in Ukraine.
A major installation of solar-powered surgical theatres in western Ukraine is enabling thousands more...
Grange honour departing coach
A special presentation has been made by Grange to former Scotland cricketer John Blain as he moves on from providing over a decade’s service...
Five things you need to know today
The Edinburgh Award will be presented today
Tonight Ali Bowden the former Chief Executive of The City of Literature Trust will be given the Loving...
Tens of thousands of crimes go undetected
Almost 50,000 crimes went undetected by Police Scotland in just three months according to new figures.
Data shows that between April and June this year...
Neurodiverse footballers score new kit from Aldi
Bonnyrigg Rose Community Football Club have been awarded £2,500 – the highest amount available – from a fund created by supermarket giant Aldi to...
Housing charity receive funding for windows and doors
Veterans Housing Scotland (VHS) will share in £4.5 million awarded to support veterans with a housing need.
VHS is just one of 19 organisations to receive...
Edinburgh man wants rail pilot to become permanent
A veteran who became visually impaired after a stroke has asked that The Scottish Government makes its pilot free companion rail travel scheme permanent....
Cricket chairman’s memory honoured
Drummond Trinity cricket club members turned out in force as the season ended for a day of matches to mark the first anniversary of...
Deacon Blue coming to Edinburgh Castle in July 2026
Legendary 1980s Glasgow band, Deacon Blue, will come along the M8 to play at Edinburgh Castle on 17 July 2026.
Castle Concerts presented by Seat...
Scottish Tourism Alliance publishes its manifesto
The Scottish Tourism Alliance (STA) has launched its manifesto ahead of the Scottish Parliamentary Election 2026.
The STA is the largest member organisation for tourism...
New shuttle bus from city centre to Lost Shore Surf Resort introduced
A new all-electric bus service will begin on Wednesday taking passengers to the Lost Shore Surf Resort from the city centre in Edinburgh.
The...
Lets Face the Music – Strictly stars to perform in Edinburgh
Two of the Strictly stars, Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec are heading to Edinburgh with a new shoe called Let's Face the Music...and Dance!
This show...
Cameras a game changer in dealing with any Bonfire night disorder
Police in Scotland's capital say body-worn video cameras will be a "game changer" in tackling potential Bonfire night disorder this year.
Officers in Edinburgh and...
Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show 2025
The Edinburgh Macmillan Art Show 2025 takes place at Cornerstone Centre at St John's Church EH2 4BJ, on 22 and 23 November.
The show...
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What's on at the council this week
Monday, 3rd November, 2025 - no meetings
Tuesday, 4th November, 2025
10.00 am Meeting of Education, Children and Families Committee on 04/11 at 10.00 am - Dean...
Haggis the pygmy hippo moves on out
A rare pygmy hippo born in Edinburgh that became famous worldwide has moved to a new home as part of a conservation programme...
Richard Demarco is named 2025 Scottish European of the Year
At an event in Edinburgh on Saturday evening, artist Richard Demarco was named 2025 Scottish European of the Year by the European Movement in...
Blair, Zoe and Deepti at the badminton double
Lothians' players were well to the fore when the Yonex East of Scotland under-15 and under-19 badminton championships, sponsored by Martin Campbell Financial Management,...
Joelle Murray picks up prestigious One Club Award in Bilbao
Hibs Women legend Joelle Murray has described her unbelievable experience in Bilbao as she received the prestigious One Club Award from Athletic Club.
And hearing ‘Sunshine on Leith’ being cheered...
Bees at the Balmoral are a hive of activity
One of Edinburgh's top luxury hotels is creating a buzz, by producing its own honey in rooftop hives for its famous fine dining restaurant.
The...
Charity Bravehound has a “significant impact”
Edinburgh Napier University have penned a report on assistance dogs for the charity, Bravehound, with evidence from veterans and their families about the support...
Speaking to the co-founder of Joy Division – Peter Hook
"I got punched by a Hibs fan at a festival in Dalkeith"
Joy Division and New Order co-founder Peter Hook is about to perform in...
Must See Theatre this month
Visit Nutbush City Limits, take a peek at what's inside No 9, brave the Glass Menagerie or venture to a sinister high rise tower...
A feast worth making (and a podcast worth listening to)
Feast – Recipes That Bring Joy is the new cookbook by Sarah Rankin, and I'm a big fan.
This gorgeous collection brings together almost...
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