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Scotland Under 20 v Wales Under 20
by John Preece
Scotland's second half performance in Stirling, like the weather, could only be described as damp and dismal.
It didn't look too bad in...
And the award goes to….your mum or dad!
Luxury Hotel Group, The Town House Collection (owner of Blythswood Square in Glasgow and The Bonham in Edinburgh) is inviting youngsters across Scotland to...
The Theory of Love
This Valentine’s Day, star-crossed lovers and secret admirers can purchase their very own proof of True Love.
A spin-out company from the University of Edinburgh,...
Five things you need to know today
If you are a Starbucks regular then there is a way to get free cake today - or indeed any Saturday in February. Cake...
Hospitality Industry Award Scholarships in Edinburgh
The hospitality and tourism industry in Scotland received a boost today when the Hospitality Industry Trust HIT Scotland awarded scholarships to 110 students and...
REVIEW: Master Class – ****
Maria Callas, the US born Greek opera singer made her name as La Divinia in Italy, where she triumphed in bel canto operas by Donizetti, Bellini...
Blues Brothers competition – We have winners!
The question was:- Apart from The Blues Brothers name two other films in which John Belushi starred with Dan Aykroyd.
The answer is:- 1941 and...
Police Warning After Scam phone calls
Lothian and Borders Police are warning the public to remain vigilant of a suspected conman following a suspicious call to a business property...
Vettriano finds a home in The Scottish National Portrait Gallery
A self-portrait by Jack Vettriano will feature in a new display at the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, which is to re-open this autumn after...
Cocktail of the week No 7 – Espresso Martini Cocktail
Another classic with a modern twist.
This is a cocktail featuring coffee but starring Drambuie as its main ingredient, and it is yet another cocktail...
Robin Harper Joins the Board of National Trust for Scotland
Others are looking forward to the political fight in May but retiring Green MSP, Robin Harper, is planning his life after politics.
He said today:-"I...
Statement from Leader of the Council
I am pleased that yesterday the Council approved a balanced and sustainable budget for 2011/2012. In line with what residents and businesses told us...
The Fighter : Review
To make a boxing film without referencing Rocky or Raging Bull, is as difficult as avoiding sports clichés in a review of said film....
Council Meeting 10th February : Audio Slideshow
We were at the City Chambers all day yesterday and took some time to interview a few of the people who were there some...
What’s on in Edinburgh this weekend? 11th February 2011
11th February 2011
1:10 PM Lunchtime concert: Michael Tsalka (harpsichord). Admission free, St Cecilia's Hall
The wonderful Brian Kellock Trio are on at The Queen's Hall...
Five things you need to know today
Guardian Edinburgh have a lovely video to accompany their story about the closure of Blindcraft. You can read the full story here and watch...
The nuts and bolts of the City Council budget
The Council took a long time yesterday to pass the budget but it went through unchanged by 30 votes to 29 when they did...
City of Edinburgh Council Budget meeting Part Two – Blindcraft to Close!
And so, with an air of inevitability about it, the council decision is made to close the 200 year-old institution that has...
City of Edinburgh Council budget meeting
So far everything has been pretty quiet at the Council Chambers this morning.
This morning's meeting has been a much anticipated affair. Even at 9am...
What’s on Valentine’s Special!
Friday, 11th February
Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Romantic Valentine’s Classics
The Usher Hall holds a nationwide series of concerts presenting the most romantic classical compositions. No...
Five things you need to know today
By the time the Balmoral Clock strikes one today it is unlikely that the Council meeting about the budget will even be halfway through....
Bands Together for St Columba’s
A special benefit concert featuring a number of musical legends is planned at The Jam House to help build a new St Columba’s Hospice....
Budget Bill passed at Holyrood
The Scottish Government claim that Scotland's budget for next year, approved by Parliament today, will deliver the highest ever number of modern apprenticeships in...
Capital City supplement welcomed
Lothians MSP, Shirley-Anne Somerville, today welcomed the news that the Capital City supplement – a £3 million fund provided to Edinburgh by the SNP...
What Should The Scottish Solution Be?
Last year’s snowy student protests may now be fading from memory a little, but the Scottish Youth Parliament is keen for young people aged...
What I Want for Edinburgh – Margo McDonald MSP
by Margo McDonald MSP
As the General Holyrood Election looms ever larger, expect to hear “It’s the economy, stoopid!” from every party trying to win...
LivingSocial heads for Edinburgh
LivingSocial, one of the fastest growing social commerce sites in the UK, has today announced it will be launching its fantastic consumer deals in...
Five things you need to know today
There is a little video about the fate of Blindcraft which you can watch here
WORKING TOGETHER FOR FORTH from Dave Pickering on Vimeo.
Edinburgh residents...
Chilli for February in Edinburgh!
Edinburgh's first Mexican restaurant, Tex Mex 2, is holding what is believed to be Scotland's first chilli eating competition.
The event is taking place on...
Blindcraft Workers Face the Axe This Thursday
Blind and disabled workers from Edinburgh’s Blindcraft factory will stand side by side with supporters outside The City of Edinburgh Council Chambers this Thursday...
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