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Solo cross-Atlantic row for conservation charities
Businessman Henry Cheape (43) has just begun a solo row across the Atlantic from La Gomera to Antigua, aboard his boat PollyAnne, an R25...
Five Christmas fashion trends we should bring back – and may be found in...
Bethan Bide, University of Leeds
Christmas is a season for partying and dressing up. Sequins, Santa hats and ugly Christmas jumpers abound. Each event seems...
New Year’s Eve Dining Suggestion #3
What are you doing New Year's Eve?
Our short series of suggestions is designed to help you make plans to celebrate.
In the heart...
Christmas message from the Lord Provost
The Rt Hon Lord Provost of the City of Edinburgh, Robert Aldridge said: “The spirit of the holidays endures not only in the gifts...
Climate fund underwrites community projects
The council's Community Climate Fund was so successful that more funds were added to ensure that as many projects were able to go ahead.
The...
Five things you need to know today
Happy Christmas to all our readers. However you spend today we hope you are safe and warm.
Will it be a White Christmas?
The longish...
Edinburgh Airport welcomes thousands this Christmas
Many people will pass through Edinburgh Airport this Christmas travelling to spend time with friends and family here and abroad.
Around 103,000 people have arrived...
New community woodland to be created
A new community woodland is set to be created on the edge of a West Lothian village.
West Lothian Council’s Executive has backed plans to...
Millions pledged by UK Government for “community treasures” – including The King’s Theatre
The project to refurbish the King's Theatre has had a welcome boost with £2 million awarded from the UK Government Community Ownership Fund.
The monies...
Scottish Book Trust – books for food banks
Tis the season of giving and the Scottish Book Trust is another worthwhile cause donating books to food banks, hospitals and community groups.
The...
Teaching prisoners to start businesses can help them return to society
When people are released from prison back into society, they can find themselves in an unknown world for which they are ill-equipped. They need...
Scottish traditions to be recognised on cultural heritage register
The UK has joined the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) Convention and is asking people in Scotland to propose festive traditions...
Council will survive squeeze on funding
West Lothian’s Council leader has responded to a national survey which claims one in four Scottish local authorities is facing bankruptcy.
While West Lothian faces...
Residents enjoying Christmas treats laid on by care home
Leading dementia experts deliver a season of Christmas joy to pensioners
A bumper month-long festive celebration has been going on at one of Scotland’s most...
Botanics identify the twelve plants of Christmas
Scientists at The Royal Botanical Garden Edinburgh (RGBE) have reimagined the lyrics of the Twelve Days of Christmas with a selection of the nation's...
Housing planned for Caledonian Brewery site
The developers behind New Waverley, Artisan Real Estate, have bought the Caledonian Brewery site in Shandon from Heineken, presumably subject to obtaining planning permission....
Police appeal for information following three car crash on City Bypass
Officers are appealing for information following a fatal crash on the A720 at Dreghorn.
Around 12.50pm on Thursday, 21 December, police were called to a...
Petition for flood prevention scheme to be paused will be heard next month
A petition calling for a £50million flood scheme to be paused amid concerns over a lack of public input will be put before East...
Letter from Scotland
It’s been a frightening year, this 2023, with wars abroad, uncertainty at home and unusual forces of nature bringing drought and rain and gathering...
Edinburgh Tool Library opens new Little Free Library in Portobello
Edinburgh Tool Library (ETL) has opened its newest little free library in Portobello full of books, litter pickers and beach toys for anyone to...
Review – Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds Live
The audience was well warmed up by former Kasabian front-man Tom Meighan. With Keith Richard sunglasses and shaggy fur coat, like a Northern shaman...
Holyrood committee supports tourist tax bill
Holyrood committee gives backing for overnight accommodation levy bill in stage one report released today.
Lothian under-14s win badminton title
Lothian under-14 badminton team have won the Scottish Schools Junior Inter-Area title in Glasgow.
The Douglas Walker-coached team beat Highland 10-0 and Lanark 8-2 going...
Sponsor deal with Edinburgh Uni footballers
Edinburgh University Football Club have entered a long term sponsorship agreement with management consultancy firm Alba Partners which will assist in the development and...
Lothians and Fife charities benefit from builder’s donations
Barratt Development is celebrating a year of giving after its charitable efforts totalled more than £520,000 in donations across Scotland, including several bodies in...
Five things you need to know today
Ashley Terrace Boathouse Christmas lights
The boathouse on the canal at Ashley Terrace will be lit up on 24, 25, 31 December and 1 January....
Braid Road to reopen
Council officers have issued a briefing about what is happening on Braid Road, which is helpful as it has been an area of confusion...
Audit Scotland report results in resignation of water regulator boss
Auditors have found that the use of public funds by senior officials at the Water Industry Commission for Scotland was unacceptable.
In light of...
New pro appointed at Swanston
Mike McNally, a two time PGA in Scotland assistant of the year, has been appointed Head Professional at Swanston Golf Club, Edinburgh.
A graduate of...
Thousands of native trees will be part of East Lothian site
Cala builds links with local firms on major development
An East Lothian-based company has helped Cala Homes to turn one of the area’s largest developments...
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