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Preparation pays off for Selman
British champion Dougie Selman has revealed how his year-long preparation paid off as he powered to glory in the Sri Chinmoy 100km road race...
World War II bravery medal sells at auction
The son of an heroic Scots World War II stretcher bearer has spoken of his pride after his father's medal for bravery in...
Edinburgh start-up supporting Ukrainian women to build businesses in Scotland
EN-ABLE, an Edinburgh start-up specialising in helping non-native English-speaking entrepreneurs build brands for English-speaking markets, partnered with the Ukrainian Business Women’s Club to help...
Cross country campaign wants national funding for RAAC homes
Calls have been made for a national inquiry into crumbling concrete – and national funding to solve the crisis.
Deans South campaigner Kerry Macintosh met with...
Letter from Scotland
Scotland’s Easter is a modest affair compared with other countries.
It’s largely confined to formal church services and Easter egg hunts at visitor attractions....
Orthopaedic talent gathers in Scotland’s capital
Surgeon’s Quarter hosts 300 of the world’s leading medical professionals.
More than 300 of the world’s leading medical professionals came to Scotland’s capital for The...
Craigroyston Primary School went to camp
When around 30 people from Craigroyston Primary School had to travel to the west coast to go to school camp, the first thought was...
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Support The Edinburgh Reporter
Our April paper will be available in some outlets from today and others such as libraries from Saturday as they...
Easter suggestion – pay a visit to Camera Obscura
Visitors to Edinburgh's Camera Obscura & World of Illusions can follow in the Easter Egg Bunny’s paw prints and visit the attraction's rooftop terrace...
Unique Potter proof sells for thousands
A unique signed copy of the very first appearance in print of Harry Potter has fetched nearly £36,000 at auction.
The uncorrected proof of Harry...
Roadworks in Edinburgh next week
This is the most up to date list of roadworks and events leading to road closures or diversions for traffic in Edinburgh for the...
Easter at The Centre – meet the Comic Con superheroes
Shoppers could be in for a special treat this Easter as Batman and the Tumbler Batmobile, along with his superhero friends, will visit The...
Family restaurant fear closure because of smelly bins placed outside
A family-run Edinburgh restaurant fear they could face closure as a result of the council’s installation of a “smelly” bin hub just a few...
Easter idea – Sunday jazz with a side of roast at Le Petit Beefbar
This Easter, get together at Le Petit Beefbar for a celebration with friends and family.
Enjoy a jazz Sunday roast followed by an egg-citing Easter...
Council leaves pigeons in peril under Russell Road bridge
Bird lovers have accused Edinburgh City Council of trapping pigeons in a metal mesh designed to stop them pooping on passers-by - leaving at...
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Assisted Dying Bill
Liam McArthur MSP will launch his Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill today in The Scottish Parliament.
The bill was...
Astronomical sky above Edinburgh and Lothian April 2024
The opening weekend of April is the last chance to try the Messier Marathon in 2024 but the headline grabbing news is that the...
Mountain GOAT back down to earth – but no running this week!
A biography on the University of Edinburgh website pays tribute to their veterinary lecturer employee and also describes Jasmin Paris as “a keen hill...
Tattoo unveils new programme for this year’s show
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has announced the launch of this year's new show, Journeys, featuring more than 800 performers from around the world....
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Tonight in South Queensferry
The Queensferry Heritage Trust meets this evening and Francis Hay will present a talk about the accidents which took place...
National Lottery funding announced for Edinburgh charities
Several Edinburgh charities will benefit from the latest National Lottery funding announced today.
The Green Projects programme at North Edinburgh Arts will receive £148,821...
Scoot along to The Ripple Refinery
The first community run refillery project in North East Edinburgh will open on Wednesday 27 March at Restalrig Lochend Community Hub.
This will be run...
Eric Liddell 100 – The Flying Scot remembered in France
In a tribute to one of Scotland's most celebrated sporting figures, The Eric Liddell 100 campaign have celebrated a historic moment at the Stade...
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Children's theatre gala
Forth Children's Theatre are holding a 45th anniversary gala performance featuring some of the best musicals the company have every staged.
Between...
Changes needed to encourage diversity in finance sector
A lack of diversity at senior level could be stunting growth and innovation in Scotland’s financial sector, according to a recently launched insights report.
Core-Asset...
Concern over ‘false narrative’ around Blue Badge misuse whilst thousands unclaimed
A “harmful false narrative” is being created around disabled people and benefit fraud, an Edinburgh councillor has claimed, after the council “boasted” about catching...
Fears for future of ‘decaying’ Art Deco cinema
Council to examine options for the empty George cinema building in Portobello, amid fears it could be "demolished by default"
City councillors called for urgent...
Government commits more funding for mental health
The Scottish Government has announced monies for two funds to help mental health projects for children and young people as well as adults.
The Communities...
Under the Table to open in April
A new restaurant is to open on Dundas Street, as a joint venture between chef Sean Clark and his business partner Paul O'Donoghue,...
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Drop in sessions at Citizens Advice
There will be extra sessions at Citizens advice on Dundas Street each Thursday from 9.30am to 12.30pm. You don't...
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