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Conservative leadership campaign – all Tory MPs backing Findlay
Russell Findlay MSP announced today that he has won the support of all five Scottish Conservative MPs and two former Secretaries of State for Scotland.
Former...
Old Edinburgh Club looks back in time
The Old Edinburgh Club reminds us of the notable dates in September through the centuries.
1st In 714, St Giles, patron saint of Edinburgh, died....
Mayfield Bowling Club celebrate 150 years
Local member Gavin Thomson scooped the £400 prize for winning Mayfield Bowling Club’s 150th anniversary tournament and is pictured receiving the trophy from past...
Fairtrade Fortnight – Be the Change
Fairtrade Fortnight takes place this year from 9 to 22 September and promotes a simple message: Be the Change.
Fairtrade represents more than two million farmers...
Edinburgh woman shares secret to living a long life
A 104-year-old Edinburgh woman enjoyed a spectacular birthday party to mark reaching her special birthday.
Lena ‘Alice’ Lamont, who lives at Care UK’s Murrayside, on...
Leith Pilates seek support for their new publication
Andy Pearson, Pilates instructor and comic book creator, has produced the Hypermobility Survival Guide, a unique blend of Pilates expertise and illustration to support...
Roadworks in Edinburgh this 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...
The astronomical sky over Edinburgh this September
September plays host to an equinox, a partial Lunar eclipse and a comet that may brighten to naked-eye visibility. Plus there are lots of...
Team at ACTIPH Water expands
Founder of ACTIPH Water, Jamie Douglas-Hamilton, has teamed up with the UK's fittest man, Zack George and CrossFit's Jay Younger to ensure that more...
Edinburgh creative firm recruiting and expanding
With a name like Multiply this creative firm is duty bound to grow - and it is announcing a recruitment drive and new board...
Social Bite lay down a 100-mile challenge
Homelessness charity Social Bite is asking people to take part in the 40 day 100-mile challenge which begins on 1 September.
Anyone can take part...
Advocate General for Scotland appointment announced
Catherine Smith, KC, has been appointed Advocate General for Scotland.
His Majesty King Charles has also confirmed he will confer a peerage of the United...
Scotland Women’s rugby team up with Edinburgh Zoo for free tickets
It will be an action-packed September for the Scotland Women’s rugby team. The team will play Wales and Fijiana at Hive Stadium next month....
Brian Cox narrates video of the latest developments at the King’s
The renovation of the Grade A listed King's Theatre is progressing. The project is now more than half way to completion.
Most of the demolition...
Wealth managers go west with acquisition
A national wealth management firm has broadened its influence in Scotland by acquiring a business headquartered in Glasgow.
Tweed Wealth Management (TWM) has taken over...
New Transport Convener steps up
Cllr Stephen Jenkinson is taking up the biggest public-facing position on the council as the new Transport and Environment (TEC) Convener.
His appointment was...
Piano star opens new Queen’s Hall concert series
The award-winning pianist Zoe Rahman headlines the first in a series of concerts curated by saxophonist Helena Kay at the Queen’s Hall in Edinburgh...
City firm acquired by web developer
Edinburgh-based tech support firm, Off Canvas, has been acquired by web and software development specialist Hybrid Anchor in a deal which is expected to...
New flights announced for city breaks from Edinburgh Airport
If you are looking for a weekend break towards the end of the year then there are Jet2 flights and holidays now available online....
EIF – The Fifth Step ⭐⭐⭐⭐
The Fifth Step starring Sean Gilder as James, and Jack Lowden as Luka, tells the story of an addicted young working class man.
It's...
Two elderly women left distressed after being robbed of car by masked gang
Detectives are appealing for information following a robbery which occurred in Edinburgh on the evening of Tuesday, 27 August, 2024.
Around 10pm an 88-year-old woman...
New chair appointed to Lothian Buses
Following approval by councillors, Susan Deacon, CBE, has been appointed Chair of Lothian, the bus operator for an initial two year period.
Ms Deacon was...
Youngest performer at the Tattoo travelled from Australia
The youngest performer in this year's Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has said playing the bagpipes in the world famous event was "the most extraordinary...
Lothian trio Lothian among 21 Scots chosen for Paris Paralympics
Lothian will send three athletes to the Paris Paralympics which get underway on Wednesday, 28 August.
They are Patrick Wilson (boccia), Nathan McQueen (archery) and...
Significant donation made to St Mary’s Music School
St Mary's Music School is celebrating a million pound legacy from music enthusiast the late David Hutcheson, saying it is the most significant made...
Fringe 2024 – paying tribute to the late Shane MacGowan
Victoria Mary Clarke paid tribute to her late husband, and Irish folk hero, Shane MacGowan in Edinburgh.
Victoria Mary Clarke arrived in Edinburgh to pay...
Holy Corner Community Playgroup is assessed as good by inspectors
The Holy Corner Community Playgroup has received a "good" report from Education Scotland following a recent inspection.
Inspectors commended the staff and families on...
Fringe 2024 – The Asian Art Awards
The Asian Art Awards 2024 were presented during the Fringe at the treehouse in Assembly George Square.
More than 100 artists from 25 shows...
New city base for Edinburgh contractor
INSUREPAIR, the Edinburgh-headquartered insurance reinstatement contractor, has moved to a larger base in the city in response to increasing demand.
The firm’s new head office...
New plans devised for Custom House
Scotland's first fully digital museum will be created in Leith by Scottish Historic Buildings Trust (SHBT). And plans are on view in the building...
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