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Day: June 11, 2018
Free University of Edinburgh event: Science on a Summer’s Evening
A free evening of talks, live music and hands-on science will showcase research at the University of Edinburgh, focusing on the themes of cyber security and DNA. Continue reading Free University of Edinburgh event: Science on a Summer’s Evening
Elizabeth provides lifeline to people in Edinburgh with tinnitus
An inspirational woman from Grangemouth who has been living with tinnitus for more than two decades is celebrating nearly 10 years at the helm of a vital local support group. Continue reading Elizabeth provides lifeline to people in Edinburgh with tinnitus
Green light at last for Frank’s Law
Legislation to implement Frank’s Law in Scotland has been given the green light by MSPs, nearly a year after the campaign was formally launched at Holyrood. It means the new rules – allowing under 65s with conditions like dementia to receive free personal care – will be in place by April next year. Continue reading Green light at last for Frank’s Law
Scottish SPCA thanks Muriel for 30 years of volunteering
The Scottish SPCA celebraed Volunteer Week by giving thanks to volunteers across Scotland. Scotland’s animal welfare charity has highlighted the incredible work of one volunteer in particular, Edinburgh local Muriel Haig. Continue reading Scottish SPCA thanks Muriel for 30 years of volunteering
Serenity shortlisted for Scottish Cafe Award
Following the success of The Food Awards Scotland & The Scottish Hospitality Awards, the first Scottish Cafe Awards take place this evening. Aiming to celebrate the hard work of the best professionals and establishments in the cafe industry, thousands of nominations were received from the public. Continue reading Serenity shortlisted for Scottish Cafe Award
Scottish businesses urged to ‘make the most’ of Year of Young People through cultural support
Scotland’s business community should be making the most of 2018 as Scotland’s Year of Young People as an opportunity to cultivate their next generation of customers by supporting projects specifically aimed at improving youth engagement with culture. Continue reading Scottish businesses urged to ‘make the most’ of Year of Young People through cultural support
Dancing in the streets of Drylaw as road re-opens … but D Mains braced for traffic misery
They were dancing in the streets of Drylaw at the weekend when the SGN maintenance programme came to an end at last and Groathill Road North fully reopened. Continue reading Dancing in the streets of Drylaw as road re-opens … but D Mains braced for traffic misery
Call for groups to apply for grants to improve access to greenspaces
Scotland’s walking charity Paths for All has opened two grant schemes which are offering thousands of pounds to groups looking to enhance local paths. The grants, which are offering up to £3000 for community path projects, aim to empower communities to improve access to greenspaces, helping people to be more active more often. Continue reading Call for groups to apply for grants to improve access to greenspaces
MoonWalk’s cast of thousands brings Hollywood to Holyrood!
Edinburgh was touched by a huge sprinkling of Hollywood glamour at the weekend when a cast of thousands Walked the Walk of Fame at the spectacular MoonWalk Scotland to raise money for the breast cancer charity. City landmarks added to the glamour by lighting up pink in support of the event. Continue reading MoonWalk’s cast of thousands brings Hollywood to Holyrood!