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New council might be any colour but the SNP still want to lead
Since the council elections at the beginning of the month there has been a deal of negotiation among the various political groups.
But even today, with a...
New bus service to South Queensferry starts next month
Lothian Country the new subsidiary of Lothian Buses has announced timetable and fares information for its new service to South Queensferry which begins on...
David Sole kicks off a new era for his coaching company
Former rugby star, David Sole is to merge his two business interests from 1 June 2017.
David Sole & Associates will become part of School for...
Edinburgh tours with beer
At Edinburgh’s Tourism Showcase held at the Scottish capital last week one phenomenon was easily observed: Edinburgh’s guided tours are becoming more diverse with...
North Berwick man sentenced for VAT fraud
A painter and decorator from North Berwick was sentenced at Edinburgh Sheriff Court today for VAT fraud.
Kevin Wheatley (50) of Market Place North Berwick deregistered...
Whisper it, wheely good news for Capital quiet zones
The City of Edinburgh Council has been awarded funding to continue the improvements of the Quiet Routes network.
The network, which is based on the...
Tesco Bank drop off supplies at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home
Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home took delivery of a bumper pack of hundreds of pet care products donated by Tesco Bank.
The much-need donation followed the...
Extra trains for marathon runners and their supporters
ScotRail Alliance have confirmed that extra services will be provided for Edinburgh spectators and runners on Sunday 28 May 2017.
The extra trains are due to...
Resilience Committee meets in the early hours
Terror threat level raised to ‘critical’ but First Minister urges business as usual.
Scots must not allow terrorism to triumph and should go about their...
Women’s basketball – Malaysian tournament for Scotland
Scotland's senior women have landed a trip to Malaysia to take part in an International Test Tournament in Kuala Lumpur from 13 - 17...
Security level increased in Scotland
Following the suicide bomb in Manchester on Monday night, The Scottish Government has advised that security measures will be stepped up as threat level...
Whisky creche planned for June Festival
Not everyone likes whisky, but sometimes it is about knowing what you might like from the wide array available.
The Edinburgh Whisky Festival is bringing...
Edinburgh sends a message of support to Manchester
Following what appears to have been a suicide bomb attack at the Manchester Arena last night campaigning in the General Election ceased for the...
Port of Leith Housing Association to build affordable homes on new plot
Port of Leith Housing Association has acquired a 2.1 hectare plot of land on West Harbour Road, Granton, which will pave the way for...
Edinburgh employees win half of SGN awards
Employees from the Edinburgh offices of gas distribution company SGN triumphed at the company’s Outstanding People Awards last Thursday evening winning no fewer than...
Princes Street Gardens among the best visitor attractions in the world
Edinburgh’s Princes Street Gardens has been ranked amongst the world’s best visitor attractions.
The gardens managed by the City of Edinburgh Council, has been selected...
Applications open today for Create18 funding
A new national funding programme, Create18, opens today to give young people across Scotland the opportunity to create and host innovative events in their community, and...
Krispy Kreme put tasty bite into Gyle shopping
The last time Krispy Kreme opened a store in Edinburgh there were traffic jams. It was less frantic this time, but there was still...
Dunedin Consort announces their 2017/18 season
Dunedin Consort have announced their upcoming concert dates as well as a recording release.
The upcoming season will include highlights such as Vivaldi Violin concertos and...
#GE2017 Election campaigning put on hold
In the wake of the attack in Manchester in which 22 people are now known to have died all political campaigning across the UK...
Edinburgh councillor blogs – Councillor Maureen Child
Even though we don't yet know the political make up of the administration, or who will take up all the conveners' posts, for Councillor...
Chamber tee-up NetGolf
Ever heard of NetGolf? Well you have now.
Midlothian and East Lothian Chamber (MELCC) believe golf and networking are a winning combination.
So, members and non-members...
When will we have a new council in Edinburgh?
At today's Scottish Labour manifesto launch we asked the Labour leader Kezia Dugdale about whether it was her and the executive who are delaying...
Scottish Labour launch their 2017 manifesto
Earlier today in the fabulous (though rather warm!) events room in the Grassmarket Community Project, the Labour Leader Kezia Dugdale was welcomed by the...
Kyloe – satisfaction on a plate with a sensational view
Sunday lunch is a tradition for many. Succulent roast beef, Yorkshire pudding and seasonal vegetables with horseradish sauce. It makes the mouth-water just thinking...
Edinburgh is most popular city in Scotland with visitors
We know it's the best city in the world but, according to a report by the Office for National Statistics, Edinburgh is the most...
Speedway – Bandits mug Panthers to claim first win this season
SGB Championship: Berwick Bandits 50, Peterborough Panthers 40
Berwick: Nick Morris 14, Jye Ethridge 3 (withdrawn through injury), David Howe 7, Kevin Doolan 7, Lewis...
Athletics – big prizes offered in Edinburgh running festival
Online entries are now open for fifth City of Edinburgh Running Festival (CERF), Scotland’s foremost family running event.
This year's festival will be held on 23...
Church charity begin a right royal bake off!
The Church of Scotland's charity CrossReach announced a major community baking campaign to raise awareness of mental health issues across Scotland today in Princes...
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