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Early bird tickets for The Seagull
Previews for The Seagull with Caroline Quentin at The Royal Lyceum Theatre are going on sale this morning at...
Transform Scotland supporting the tram extension
Transform Scotland, Scotland’s alliance for sustainable transport, has published a statement of support, backed by 18 organisations supporting proposals to extend Edinburgh’s tram network...
First Minister in Washington with the Scotch Whisky Association
John Swinney flew to Washington D.C. on Monday to press for a better deal on Scotch Whisky tariffs with the US.
The current tariffs...
Flamingo chick hatches at zoo
Edinburgh Zoo has announced important news that for the first time in almost ten years, a Chilean flamingo chick has hatched in the zoo.
The...
House of Hope Scotland hold their first Gala Ball
The House of Hope Scotland held their inaugural Gala Ball on Friday at Prestonfield House.
At the event the charity raised £70,000 with silent...
Value for money in out of town development
Alloa is proving to be the location of choice for buyers priced out of neighbouring larger towns and cities, with independent housebuilder Allanwater Homes...
Princes Street closed – police confirm body discovered
Princes Street has been closed at one end this morning after Police and ambulance services were called to an emergency.
A Police Scotland spokesperson...
Housing market – benefits of buying v renting
The widening gap between rent and mortgage repayments is reshaping housing choices across Edinburgh and the Lothians, with renters now paying more each month...
Energy Training Academy wins UK recognition
The Edinburgh-based Energy Training Academy (ETA) has won a notable accolade by becoming the first CORGI Skills Approved training provider in the UK.
For over...
Pairs title for Northern bowlers
Gordon Wilson Jr, the five times club champion, and his Northern BC partner Larry Sorrell have won the Edinburgh Bowling Association gents pairs knock...
Five things you need to know today
What's on at the council this week
Monday, 8 September, 2025
9.30 am Licensing Sub-Committee - Dean of Guild Court Room - City Chambers
Tuesday, 9 September, 2025
9.30 am Licensing...
New advisory board to drive Zebra Growth’s mission
Zebra Growth, the Edinburgh-based regenerative marketing consultancy, has launched a strategic three-year business plan with the appointment of an international board of advisers.
In a...
Steven doubles up with Bainfield titles
Steven Pilley reigns supreme at Bainfield Bowling Club where he added the outdoor singles title to an indoor success earlier in the year.
Also successful...
Moonwalk Scotland – taking place in Edinburgh for the last time
The MoonWalk Scotland took place in Edinburgh for the final time on Saturday night.
Hundreds of women, men and young people wearing brightly decorated bras...
Scots space tech firm lands European deal
A Scottish business in the space sector has secured a transformative deal with a European rocket engine manufacturer.
Aurora Avionics has signed an agreement worth...
Starmer makes further appointments – with a new position for Ian Murray
The Prime Minister has made further ministerial appointments during Saturday.
The latest round of names and positions announced on Saturday evening has placed Ian Murray,...
Wildlife filmmaker recalls polar bear encounter
Scots wildlife filmmaker Gordon Buchanan has admitted he's best known for "maybe the most stupid thing I've ever done" - sitting in a tiny...
New cabinet and junior ministers given the royal seal of approval
Following the cabinet reshuffle on Friday which was announced after the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister, Angela Rayner, a number of junior appointments has...
The new darling of the neighbourhood
What with the Fringe, a god-daughter's wedding, the set-up and derig of the Edinburgh 900 exhibition at St James Quarter, and caring responsibilities for...
Charity tie up with St James Quarter
The shopping destination, St James Quarter is entering a new year-long charity partnership with Children First, Scotland’s national children’s charity.
It is hoped the partnership...
Discounted office space for Scottish charities
New research praises unique business hub for vital support to third sector.
A thriving business hub dedicated to Edinburgh charities has been praised for the...
Welsh had to read Trainspotting again
Author Irvine Welsh said it was "horrible" re-reading Trainspotting to make sure its new sequel was accurate - and admitted fans will still catch...
Edinburgh’s Regenerative Futures Fund Moves into Next Phase
The capital's pioneering Regenerative Futures Fund has reached a major milestone in its long-term effort to shift power and resources into the hands of...
Capital pair in Scottish padel finals
Two Edinburgh teams will have revenge on their minds when the Scottish Padel Cup Finals take place at David Lloyd, Shawfair, today (Saturday, September...
Heriot’s and Clydesdale clash at Carlton in cricket Grand Final
Heriot's will aim to become the first side to win back-to-back Scottish cricket grand finals when the newly crowned East champions tackle West counterparts,...
Sarwar and Alexander pay tribute to former Scottish Secretary
Following the resignation of Angela Rayner as Deputy Prime Minister, the next shock sacking was that of Scottish Secretary, Ian Murray MP.
Mr Murray has...
Prime Minister picks new Secretary of State for Scotland
Following the departure of Ian Murray MP for Edinburgh South from Dover House earlier on Friday the Prime Minister has named his successor.
Sir...
G’day for bowls winners Stephen and Sandra
Whitehouse and Grange Bowling Club held an Aussie Pairs tournament and dressed for the occasion - not exactly ignoring the stereotype - were winners...
Scottish army HQ reborn as first phase of redevelopment sells out
The landmark building formerly empty for years is now home to thriving community
In just over a year, the first phase of a former...
Ian Murray expresses huge disappointment at leaving government
Ian Murray MP for Edinburgh South has issued a statement after being sacked as Scottish Secretary.
In the statement he says that it was the...
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