Day: July 26, 2016

Police seek man following city centre assault and robbery

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Police have released CCTV images of a man they wish to trace in connection with an assault and robbery of a woman in the city centre. During the incident, a 32-year-old woman sustained injuries to her face and her property was stolen.

The incident took place around 8.20 pm on Tuesday 12 July, on the pass between Rutland Square and Festival Square.

Officers believe that the man shown in the image may be able to assist them with their inquiries and would ask that anyone who recognises him or has other information about the incident to contact police.

Detective Constable Alison Wyllie of Police Scotland’s Violence Reduction Unit based at Edinburgh’s Gayfield police station said: “This was a violent attack that left the victim shaken and we’re conducting inquiries in order to trace the person responsible.” Continue reading Police seek man following city centre assault and robbery

Being a Dad at Just Festival

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Are you looking for a great show to see during the festival? Look no further!

As part of Year of the Dad, ‘Being a Dad’ is being shown as part of Just Festival on the 12, 13, 16, 17, 19 and 20 of August in St Johns Church, Edinburgh.

Written by Edinburgh based playwright Duncan Kidd and performed by Strange Town Theatre Company, ‘Being a Dad’ is a drama reflecting the lived experiences, hopes, fears and challenges faced by many fathers, especially disadvantaged young fathers, in Scotland today. Challenges that can be (and are) overcome with courage, knowledge and support. It celebrates the difference a great dad can make in the lives of their children, family and Scotland. Find out more here

To get your tickets – visit the Just Festival Box Office for tickets, or book online here

Fringe benefits!

Edinburgh’s festivals boost Scottish economy by over £300 million

Edinburgh's Hogmanay 2015 - Midnight Fireworks 31st Dec - credit Chris Watt

Independent research published today confirms the huge contribution that Edinburgh’s Festivals make to the quality of life, international reputation and economic vitality of Edinburgh and Scotland. Edinburgh’s festivals attracted combined audiences of more than 4.5 million in 2015, putting them on par with attendances at the FIFA World Cup and second only to the Olympic Games. Continue reading Fringe benefits!