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First Minister says “no place for race-based violence in Scotland”
The First Minister, John Swinney, has commented on events in three areas of Edinburgh on Friday in which five men were injured.
It is...
Edinburgh is Our Home – Vineet Lal
Many people who have made Edinburgh their home have contributed hugely to the city’s story - particularly those who have come to live here...
The Edinburgh International Children’s Festival begins this weekend
The 36th Edinburgh International Children’s Festival begins this weekend with a programme of circus, dance, storytelling and theatre for young people and families.
During the week, the Festival programme...
Councillors grant permission for uncertified student films to be screened at Filmhouse
Edinburgh councillors have authorised the screening of uncertified films at the Filmhouse as part of a university degree show.
A report submitted by officers requested...
The Italian Hearts supporters’ group ready to witness history
An Italian supporters' group of Heart of Midlothian FC have come to Edinburgh to watch their team potentially secure a historic league title win.
Lombardia...
Edinburgh minister becomes Church of Scotland Moderator
An Edinburgh minister has been elected as the new Moderator of the General Assembly of the Church of Scotland.
Rt Reverend Gordon Kennedy will chair...
Councillors vote to remove several Braid Estate traffic filters
Edinburgh councillors have voted to remove several traffic filters in the Braid Estate after written errors by council officers made most filters ineligible for...
Offord backs detention centres in Edinburgh Central
Malcolm Offord said he "absolutely" backs detention centres in Edinburgh Central, as Reform UK unveiled its new MSPs in Glasgow on Saturday.
Reform UK announced...
Greenbank to Meadows Quiet Route – procedural inaccuracies may lead to removal of traffic...
Campaign groups for and against traffic calming measures in the Braids area have offered their reactions following Edinburgh council's latest published proposals.
Officers recommend that...
Lothians businesses recognised in King’s Awards
Businesses in Edinburgh and the Lothians have been awarded the King's Awards for Enterprise, as the programme announced its annual list of winners on...
Midlothian curry houses named among 100 best Asian restaurants
Two of Midlothian family-run curry restaurants have been named among the UK's top 100 Asian restaurants at a ceremony in the House of Commons.
Itihaasin...
Edinburgh Zoo chimp gets “clean bill of health” following check-up
A chimpanzee at Edinburgh Zoo has been given a clean bill of health following a check-up by vets.
Chimpanzee Edith, 29, underwent an ultrasound alongside...
Michelin-recognised bartender to take over Leith bar
A Michelin-recognised bartender is set to take over a Leith bar for a one-night-only event.
On 4 May the cocktail bar, Nauticus, will host Ally...
Protesters blockade Leonardo factory in Edinburgh
Protesters blocked entrances to Leonardo's factory in Edinburgh on Tuesday morning in response to the defence company's ties to Israel.
Masked individuals draped in Palestinian...
Edinburgh candidates grilled at Chamber of Commerce hustings
Business leaders grilled Edinburgh’s Holyrood candidates on Monday as the Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce held its hustings on Monday afternoon.
Daniel Johnson of Scottish Labour,...
Influencer jailed for smuggling drugs through Edinburgh Airport
A SCOTS social media influencer who was caught smuggling £150,000 of cannabis through Edinburgh Airport has been jailed for 16 months.
Ellie Crampsie was found...
The doctor hoping to win a new constituency in Edinburgh
A candidate bidding to represent one of Edinburgh's new constituencies almost died in 2025, and says campaigning gives sense of something "bigger than me".
Oliver...
Councillor brands Council’s Westfield Court handling “ethical and moral failure”
A Councillor described Edinburgh Council’s handling of a troubled Gorgie block of flats as an “ethical and moral failure” during a meeting with residents...
The “queer Tamil immigrant” hoping to turn Edinburgh Green
A PHD student and self-styled "queer Tamil immigrant" is one of the Scottish Greens' top candidates in Edinburgh—and could be on the verge of...
Lib Dem candidate says £25,000 donation is “putting your money where your mouth...
A candidate running to be an MSP in Edinburgh has called a £25,000 donation to her party "a case of putting your money where...
The candidate bringing the fight for women’s issues to Holyrood
Meet the candidate aiming to bring women's issues to the forefront of its election - through one of its newest parties.
Laura Mackintosh, 37, is...
Bingo night to build community spirit in Craigmillar and Niddrie
Locals in Craigmillar and Niddrie will be able to take part in a prize bingo and live music night on 26 April as the...
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Planning permission for Royal Regiment of Scotland statue approved
Councillors have approved a statue which will be sited in West Princes Street Gardens to commemorate 20 years of the Royal Regiment of Scotland.
The...
South Queensferry baker to have costs covered by council
After a swift but relentless social media campaign a Ferry bakery business now stands to recoup their losses from the council. The Dune Bakery...
Edinburgh lawyer wins McIlvanney Prize
Edinburgh solicitor Tariq Ashkanani has been named winner of the McIlvanney Prize for Scotland's crime fiction book of 2025 - and he revealed he...
Polar bear remains donated to National Museum of Scotland
The body of the UK's oldest polar bear has been donated to the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh for scientific research.
Polar bear Victoria...
It’s blossom time in Edinburgh
Despite the colder weather this week the blossom is beginning to come out on The Meadows.
The council-owned park is a bright spot all...
Edinburgh’s Hogmanay – INDOOR events are still on – here is your guide to...
INDOOR EVENTS - do check the website for any tickets...
30 December - A special Night Afore Concert of ferocious live music from indie-rock legends Idlewild, plus...
Council leader asks Procurator Fiscal to fast-track Bonfire Night disorder cases
The leader of Edinburgh Council has asked for court cases involving people who were arrested for causing disorder on Bonfire Night to be fast-tracked.
Cammy...
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