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Half price passes on offer with Just Eat Cycles
The price for unlimited, year-round access to Edinburgh’s new cycle hire scheme has been cut in half for one week only.
Normally costing £90, an...
Photography – Childhood Disrupted – on till Sunday at Assembly Rooms
‘Childhood Disrupted’, a thought-provoking new photo exhibition is open now until Sunday at Edinburgh’s Assembly Rooms.
Brought to the capital by global children’s charity Plan...
Meeting Sir Sandy Crombie
Sir Sandy Crombie is someone who is quite well known in Edinburgh. He had a long career with Standard Life, rising to Group Chief...
Happy fifth birthday Edinburgh Trams
We recall the day the trams began in Edinburgh. It was an early start, but thankfully a sunny day! Somebody claimed his dog was...
Council acknowledges Taiwan move on same-sex marriage
A motion by Depute Council Leader Councillor Day on recognising the huge step taken by the Taiwan government recently was discussed at council today....
Comment from Alasdair Rankin Finance Convener
by Councillor Alasdair Rankin Finance Convener The City of Edinburgh Council
I write to respond to your article dated 27th May, entitled “Are More Council...
Conservative MSP criticises independence ‘obsession
Lothian MSP Gordon Lindhurst says the SNP must not let their independence obsession affect any plans to boost Scotland’s exports.
The Scottish Conservative and Unionist...
Bee disease reported in West Lothian
It has been reported by the Scottish Government today that an outbreak of European Foulbrood has been found in West Lothian. This is a...
Climate Emergency raised at council meeting today
There was a deputation of several organisations who are worried about climate change this morning at the full council meeting. These groups include Extinction...
Forever Young Club hit hard by council cuts
Council funding for The Forever Young Club in Stenhouse has been cut by around 84% meaning that they may have to close at Christmas...
Intergenerational choir – a singing success
A group of Edinburgh retirees are set to take to the stage at one of the city’s major venues this weekend with the help...
EIFF 2019 – official programme launches today
The 2019 film festival will officially launch its programme at 10.00am today although there have been snippets drip-fed to us in recent months.
Artistic Director...
European Election 2019 – Speaking to the new MEPs
The results are in and Scotland has six new MEPs. We caught up with all of them after the formal announcement at the City...
Volunteer Fair being held at Leith Community Centre
The centre is holding a volunteer fair on 7 June. Details below.
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#EU Parliamentary Election 2019 – the Edinburgh Count
The votes were cast on 23 May and now they have been counted. Here in Edinburgh the result should be available about 10.00pm
Here is...
Getting hitched? Here are some savings tips
For every £2.14 earned by the average couple £1 of it is spent on their nuptials. The research carried out by MoneySuperMarket shows that...
The City of Edinburgh Council jewellery – The Rosebery Jewel
The Rosebery Pendant, worn by Edinburgh's Lady Provost, has little known royal connections.
Prince Albert presented a similar piece to Queen Victoria on their...
Edinburgh hospitality funding next generation of Rwandan surgeons
AN ORGANISATION that puts its profits into advancing surgical standards worldwide has partnered with the Rwandan Surgical Society (RSS) and Harvard University to put...
First Minister visiting Dublin
The Scottish Government has announced that First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is to visit Dublin. She will use the opportunity to highlight Scotland’s growing political,...
At Custom House this weekend – learn more about linen in Y/Our Linen Stories
There is an exhibition this weekend at Custom House telling stories about linen, the most sustainable textile.
One of the exhibitors is Claudia Escobar...
Holiday lodges at Royal Arch – new design on offer now
ROYAL ARCH RIVERSIDE PARK DEBUTS FIRST “HARVARD” LODGE FOR NORTH EAST SCOTLAND
Having just launched to market with a superb selection of two and three...
Y/Our Linen Stories Leith Exhibition – on this weekend
Tomorrow and on Sunday the touring exhibition Y/Our Linen Stories makes another stop at Customs Lane in Leith. There will be a pop-up exhibition...
Young people demand urgent action on climate change
SCOTTISH STUDENTS DEMAND URGENT CLIMATE ACTION FROM GOVERNMENT
Students across Scotland will be striking for the climate today to coincide with the second global school...
Action-Packed Ratho a breath of fresh air
An Edinburgh suburb is fast becoming Scotland’s ultimate location for an activefamily lifestyle.
Already known for its international climbing arena, Ratho is set to host...
Good vibrations for musicians with hearing impairments
Musicians with hearing impairments could soon be benefitting from an enhanced musical experience thanks to a device being developed by an Edinburgh Napier product...
The Walnuts playing in Edinburgh next month
A folk supergroup are playing a gig in Edinburgh in support of the Eric Liddell Centre at Morningside.
The Walnuts, who have played concerts across...
At the National Museum of Scotland Body Beautiful – Diversity on the Catwalk
A new exhibition opens today at the National Museum of Scotland. Entitled Body Beautiful it seeks to challenge the usual view of what beauty...
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2019 – Made in Scotland
Culture Minister Fiona Hyslop joined storyteller Mara Menzies yesterday to herald the Made in Scotland showcase for 2019.
Award-winning actress and storyteller, Mara...
Two British Empire Medals awarded
At the City Chambers earlier this evening two British Empire Medals were awarded to Edinburgh citizens.
Both ladies were recognised for their great work...
European Parliamentary Elections 2019 – Scottish Liberal Democrats claim a vote for them will...
Earlier today there was a photo call on Mound Place outside New College where the General Assembly is taking place.
Nothing to do with...
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