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Scottish SPCA appeal for donations of vegetables and washing powder
The Scottish SPCA is appealing to animal lovers in Edinburgh and the Lothians to donate vegetables and washing powder for the wildlife in their National Wildlife Centre in Fishcross.
Scotland's animal welfare charity is caring...
Elderly woman in A&E after being struck by bottle thrown at Celtic supporters’ bus
A police investigation is underway following reports that an elderly woman was injured following Sunday's League Cup semi-final clash at Murrayfield.
The 70-year-old woman was apparently taken to A&E after she was hit on the face...
Scottish SPCA urges public to consider impact of fireworks on welfare of animals
As bonfire night approaches, the Scottish SPCA is urging locals in Edinburgh and the Lothians to consider the impact of fireworks on the welfare of animals.
The Scotland’s animal welfare charity is reminding the public...
CCTV appeal following assault and robbery on bus in Tranent
Police Scotland have released a CCTV image following an assault and robbery in the Tranent area which took place on board the number 26 Lothian bus at around 7am on Saturday 2 June 2018.
The victim suffered minor injuries after...
Two men in hospital after large street fight in Livingston
Two men, aged 34 and 48, were taken to Edinburgh Royal Infirmary in a serious condition after emergency services were called to a large street fight in Alexander Drive in Livingston at 3am on...
Injury hit Hibs’ youngster Andrew Blake desperate for more time on the park
Hibs' New Zealand born right back Andrew Blake is desperate to remain fully fit as he attempts to get more minutes on the park after suffering an Achilles injury while on loan to Edinburgh City...
M8 closed in both directions as police respond to reports of ‘distressed’ man
The M8 was closed in both directions near Whitburn, West Lothian due to a police incident earlier this morning.
A three hour diversion was put in place on the B7066 between Whitburn and Kirk of Shotts and the motorway...
Hibs need help from Spartans to lift the SWPL title
Hibs go into the last league game of the season, knowing that a defeat for Glasgow City at the hands of Spartans, coupled with victory against over by an adequate enough scoreline would see Hibernian lift the...
Darren McGregor insists that Hearts are top of the league on merit
Hibs' popular defender Darren McGregor believes that city rivals Hearts are top of the league on merit but he is looking forward to next Wednesday's Edinburgh derby after making his long awaited comeback in...
‘Super’ John McGinn wins Sky Bet Championship Goal of the Month for September
Former Hibs' star 'Super' John McGinn is the Sky Bet Championship Goal of the Month winner for September.
His tremendous left foot volley in front of the Holt End against Sheffield Wednesday received 54 per cent...
The Hibernian FC Taxi! Board Game is now available to purchase
Hibs' fans looking for Christmas present ideas should consider The Hibernian FC Taxi! Board Game which is now available to purchase online or from the Hibernian Clubstore from 10am this morning
The new game is full...
Police identify human bones discovered at Pollock Halls of Residence last month
Police have identified the human bones discovered at Pollock Halls of Residence last month were from a 50-year-old man from the Scottish Borders.
Scientists examined an area in front of the Fraser Court block on Dalkeith Road after...
Charity appeal for volunteers to help older people who live alone
A charity dedicated to defeating loneliness is appealing for Edinburgh volunteers to help brighten the lives of older people who live alone.
Contact the Elderly arranges free monthly Sunday afternoon tea parties across the country...
Tartan Army charity initiative allows kids to attend England U21 game at Tynecastle
Thanks to the work of the Tartan Army Children’s Charity’s (TACC) ‘My First Scotland Match’ initiative, 14 children assisted by the family support group Circle were in the crowd for the UEFA European Under-21...
Investigation underway after road rage attack in Linlithgow
A police investigation is ongoing to trace the driver of a red Land Rover who assaulted a 64-year-old motorist in a road rage attack in Royal Terrace Linlithgow about 14:00 on Monday on Monday afternoon.
The victim was...
Dispersal zones set up to combat disorder over Bonfire weekend
Four dispersal zones are being set up in Edinburgh to combat anti-social behaviour and disorder over Bonfire weekend.
The zones cover areas in North East and North West Edinburgh and will be in operation between 2pm...
Drinkaware named as new research partner of walking football in Scotland
The Scottish Football Association has welcomed national alcohol education charity Drinkaware as the new research partner of walking football in Scotland.
Supported by the Scottish FA and Walking Football Scotland, the sport aims to improve, maintain...
Easter Road stadium tours available to book this winter
Easter Road Stadium Tours are now available to book this November, running on most Fridays until 21 December, beginning at 2pm and lasting approximately 90 minutes.
Since being brought back, tours of the stadium have...
Ryan Porteous and Fraser Murray sign contract extensions until 2023
Hibs' youngsters Ryan Porteous and Fraser Murray have both signed contract extensions until 2023 with the club.
The highly rated teenagers were integral components of the Hibernian Development Squad’s double winning side of 2017/18.
19-year-old Porteous has made...
Police tell fans to “plan ahead, be responsible and enjoy the matches.”
“Plan ahead, be responsible and enjoy the matches.”
That’s the message from Police Scotland as Hearts prepare to play Celtic at Edinburgh’s Murrayfield Stadium and Aberdeen and Rangers meet at Hampden Park in Glasgow in...
Eight arrests following drugs enforcement activity in Edinburgh
Eight people have been charged with drug offences following proactive enforcement activity by police in Edinburgh.
Officers from the Central Initiative Team, based at West End Police Station carried out intelligence-led searches of two homes in Earl...
Two Hibs’ players in Scotland squad for USA friendly
Scotland Women’s National Team head coach Shelley Kerr has named a settled squad for the upcoming friendly match against the USA in Paisley.
Injuries to Kim Little and Sophie Howard mean that Kerr makes two...
Andrew Dallas to referee first Edinburgh derby of the season
Andrew Dallas will referee the first Edinburgh derby of the season at Tynecastle next Wednesday.
The 35-year-old son of former referee Hugh Dallas was in charge of last season’s 1-0 victory for Hibs over Hearts at...
Scots to face world champions USA in glamour friendly ahead of World Cup
Scotland will kick-off preparations for the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in style this November, with Shelley Kerr’s side set to welcome the world champions, USA, to the simple Digital arena in Paisley on...
Mike Vass brings multi-media experience to the Pleasance Theatre
Newly Commissioned by the Scots Fiddle Festival and supported by the National Lottery through Creative Scotland’s Open Project Fund, The Four Pillars is a multi-media experience and musical suite from Scottish musician Mike Vass.
Based...
Woman’s body found following fire in caravan
A woman's body has been found after a fire in a caravan located just off the A1 at Innerwick near Dunbar at 2.35am on Saturday morning.
Police are not treating the death as suspicious.
Enquiries are ongoing to establish the woman's...
CCTV appeal following attempted robbery at Dunbar service station
Police are appealing for information as part of their ongoing enquiries into an attempted robbery in Dunbar which took place at The Rigg Service Station in Belhaven Road around 7.40pm on Sunday 7th October 2018.
Officers...
Firefighters warn of zero tolerance approach to deliberate fires this autumn
Firefighters were drafted to more than two thousand deliberate fires during last year’s Bonfire season, latest figures reveal.
The statistics show that crews responded to 1214 secondary fires - such as bonfires – as well...
Draw for the 2018-19 William Hill Scottish Cup Third Round
The draw for the 2018-19 William Hill Scottish Cup Third Round took place at Hampden Park last night.
The host, Sky Sports' Luke Shanley was joined by former Hibs, Hearts and Scotland player Paul Hartley and Sanjeev...
Goals galore during enthralling William Hill Scottish Cup second round
50 goals were scored across the country on an enthralling William Hill Scottish Cup Second Round Saturday.
The capital derby ended with a 1-0 win for on-form Edinburgh City over Civil Service Strollers whilst Spartans...
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