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How does the Scottish Parliament voting system work?
The electoral system used for The Scottish Parliament is often described as complex, but in reality, it rests on a simple principle.
One vote rewards...
Lifecare invites you to community talks
Call for volunteer speakers at LifeCare community talks
Local charity, LifeCare, is inviting local people to share their knowledge and passions as part of its...
Atholl Crescent campaigners baffled by heritage body stance
The fall out from a planning application to convert four townhouses in Atholl Crescent to a hostel continues.
The multi-million pound plans for the development...
Review – Hokum ⭐️⭐️⭐️
In Hokum writer director, Damian McCarthy, teams up with Severance’s Adam Scott to weave a claustrophobic tale of ancient, folk horror set against the backdrop of...
Findlay – still saying “give us your peach vote” to stop the SNP
Scottish Conservative leader, Russell Findlay, was in Juniper Green on Monday morning campaigning with local candidate, Sue Webber, who is standing in Edinburgh South...
Montreal next stop for Rachel
Edinburgh motor racing prospect, Rachel Robertson, 18, continues to dazzle in her first full season in F1 Academy races.
The series, which runs in support...
Candidates have their say on the Roseburn Path
The Save the Roseburn Path (SRP) campaigners have been active in the last few years trying to preserve the former railway line as it...
Booking now open for summer holiday camps
The Easter Camps at George Watson's College (GWC) were declared a great success by the children who attended and by the school - and...
Endurance ace Iain has unfinished business with CeltMan event
Almost (!) all-conquering endurance athlete Iain Veitch is preparing to tick the one box that has eluded him in a glittering triathlon career.
Fresh from...
Review – The Devil Wears Prada 2 ⭐️⭐️⭐️
Gird your loins and hide your unsightly cerulean jumpers because Miranda Priestly’s high heels are stepping back into cinemas this weekend as The Devil Wears...
Davidson’s Mains restaurant wins at the Scottish Curry Awards
Local favourite, Bangla Kitchen, has won the award for Best Indian Takeaway in this year’s Scottish Curry Awards (SCA) announced at an event in...
Harold tees up for Cystic Fibrosis charity
A Liberton golfer is hoping to raise up to £5,000 for the Cystic Fibrosis charity on his home course after his first grandchild was...
Swinney makes no comment on Trump being restored as a GlobalScot member
Whether President Donald Trump will be restored to the membership of GlobalScot after reversing the 10% tariffs on Scotch whisky, First Minister, John Swinney,...
Postal club up and running
Postal Bowling Club opened for the 2026 season with Irene Clark delivering the first jack.
President Colin Forfar welcomed members and guests and this was...
Kai follows in illustrious spike marks
Broomieknowe golfer Kai Laing is the 2026 winner of the Craigmillar Park Open tournament following in the footsteps of Sir Nick Faldo. pictured, who,...
Palestine Museum Scotland one year on
This month the Palestine Museum Scotland celebrates its one year anniversary since opening its doors on Dundas Street in the New Town.
As...
Rocky could face Cristiano Ronaldo in World Cup opener
Rocky Bushiri is heading to the World Cup and could face superstar Cristiano Ronaldo or potentially Hearts striker Claudio Braga in the opening game.
The Hibs defender was an unused...
Property of the month – Chancelot Terrace
"A stunning traditional tenement ideal for first time buyers".
This is a beautifully presented first-floor flat in a traditional Trinity tenement. The area is close...
Edinburgh Council SNP leader sets her sights on Holyrood
Simita Kumar, the leader of Edinburgh Council's SNP Group, has set her sights on Holyrood and Edinburgh South Western after a remarkable rise through the party's ranks.
Kumar...
Lothians’ trio help Scots triumph in bowls event
Lothians' bowlers, Paul Clapperton, Robbie Anderson and Crystal Roberts all contributed as Scotland were crowned 2026 Munro Cup champions at the Learning Disabilities international series...
Doubles title for East stalwart
East of Scotland tennis stalwart Euan McIntosh captured the £10,000 Tennis Scotland indoor men's doubles title along with Cameron Fryer at Scotstoun, Glasgow.
The pair...
New arrangements for accessible voting offered at Edinburgh polling stations
There are new arrangements in place this year to make it easier for voters with disabilities to cast their votes in person.
The changes have...
Looking back in history with the Old Edinburgh Club
Each month we take a look back in history with The Old Edinburgh Club.
2nd In 1597, bonfires lit up the night sky above...
Gymnast Olivia in GB development squad
Edinburgh teenager Olivia Murphy has been selected for Great Britain Gymnastics development squad – the only Scot in a group of around 30.
A member...
Letter from Scotland
“Mayday, Mayday, Mayday.” Warning, there’s an election approaching!
But it’s unlikely to set the heather on fire. The Fire Service says that’s more likely...
Lib Dem candidate admits further donation to party
An Edinburgh candidate for Holyrood who donated £25,000 to her party after her selection also donated a further £4,000 in 2020, according to the...
Braid Estate residents issue call to maintain Quiet Route measures
Residents in the Braid Estate have called for Edinburgh Council to maintain the Quiet Route implemented in the area, as councillors will vote next...
Early signs of anxiety in primary school children drives new support for parents
Early support for children’s emotional wellbeing is available to parents as growing evidence suggests many mental health difficulties begin during primary school years.
Increased numbers...
Old boy Ethan does honours at Hutchison Vale
Former Hutchison Vale Community Football Club prodigy, Ethan Hamilton, now captain of Dundee FC, returned to his roots to present prizes following the annual...
Winchburgh off to winning start
Winchburgh Cricket Club had a double celebration to mark re-emerging for the first time in 75 years.
A three wicket win over Boroughmuir 3rds in...
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