Serious assault on West Granton Road: Do you know these men?

Police Scotland have released images of two men who may be able to assist an enquiry into a serious assault which took place on West Granton Road, at around 10.15pm on Saturday, 23 August, 2025.

The first man, pictured below, is described as white, aged 35 to 45-years-old with dark hair and beard. He was wearing a black Under Armour T-shirt and Adidas jogging bottoms.

The second man, pictured below, is described as white, aged 18 to 25 years-old, wearing glasses, a black hooded top with an Adidas Original logo and black jogging bottoms.

Detective Constable William Doughty, of Corstorphine CID said: “I would encourage these men or anyone who may recognises them to get in touch.”

Anyone who can assist is asked to contact Police Scotland via 101, quoting incident number 3999 of 23 August 2025. Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 where information can be given anonymously.

St Columba’s Waterfront Art Walks

WATERFRONT ART WALKS RESTART 20th OCTOBER

Our Waterfront Art Walks are back next month! They’ll be starting from 20th October, and leaving from St Columba’s Hospice Care reception.

Spaces are limited, so contact Emma to book your spot at emma.kelso@funerals.scot

The walks are designed for people who have experienced loss in the past two years, and are gentle, creative strolls designed especially for those navigating grief.

Together, we’ll explore the local landscape through art-making, reflection, and connection.

Facilitated by Caledonia Funeral Aid’s Emma Ritchie and St Columba’s Hospice’s community artist Isla Macleod, you will be warmly welcomed to share space with others who understand and find comfort in nature and community.

Breakfast Walk with Chat Cafe

THIS MORNING at 10am from PILTON COMMUNITY HEALTH PROJECT

TODAY for #ChatCafe, we’ve got something a little different planned!

We’ll be joined by Min from @ramblersscotland so it seems only fitting that we take ourselves outdoors for a #Walk.

Meet Nathalie and Min 10am @ PCHP before setting out on foot for a lovely walk and breakfast picnic of #Pancakes and #Chai.

What a beautiful start to a #Monday. If you’re a #Woman and would like to join, please come along.

We hope to see you all!

#FiveWaysToWellbeing

#Walking

#ActiveTravel

#BreakfastPicnic

#LivingInHarmony

#Outdoors#

GreenTherapy

#Connect

#takingstepstobetterhealth

Doors Open Day at granton:hub

As part of our @doorsopendays activities we will have an exhibition of work from Claire Vaughan (1974 – 2024)

Overcoming multiple obstacles and health problems, Claire managed to create a collection of bright and beautiful paintings which will be showcased in her memory.

🗓️ 27th & 28th September 10am – 4pm

Please drop by and have a chat with our volunteers!

See you then.

Getting here – Madelvic House is just off the cycle path, has a dedicated car park and is a 2 minute walk from the number 19, 16 and 200 bus stop. Address is Madelvic House, Granton Park Avenue, Edinburgh EH5 1HS

Special notice: Madelvic House is not fully accessible. We do have a portable ramp to allow wheelchair and powerchair users to get into the building, which you will have access to, and once in the building there is level access but there is no wheelchair accessible toilet.

Empty Kitchens, Full Hearts: No community lunch today

KITCHEN REOPENS NEXT WEEK

We’re undergoing essential maintenance this week, which means a change in our usual operations!

This means there will no community lunch today 🥣 (Friday 26 September)

🥣 Meal deliveries restart on the 30 September.

We’re sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding 🌟

Empty Kitchens Full Hearts closed for essential maintenance

NO COMMUNITY LUNCHES TODAY AND NEXT FRIDAY (26TH)

We’re undergoing essential maintenance next week, which means a change in our usual operations!

As a reminder, this means:

🥣 There will be no community lunch today (19 September) or 26 September

🥣 Our kitchen is closed from the 22nd to 26 September. Meal deliveries restart on the 30 September.

We’re sorry for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding 🌟

Granton’s Harvest Festival 2025

SATURDAY 27 SEPTEMBER 3 – 6pm

It’s nearly time for our Harvest Festival! Saturday 27th September at the garden. All welcome, for this free family friendly event! From 3pm.

Harvest Feast, performances from talented locals, creative activities and more!

If you’d like to contribute a musical (or other) performance, or help out on the day, please contact tom@grantoncommunitygardeners.org

Local Tesco store supports local hospice with five figure donation

As part of their ongoing commitment to the local community, a Tesco Superstore in Edinburgh has raised £19,382 for St. Columba’s Hospice Care through instore fundraising and other initiatives.

The store, located on Broughton Road, has spent eight years raising vital funds for the hospice, which provides people in Edinburgh with end-of-life care, as well as supporting their families.

Recently, members of the Tesco team took part in the 7 Hills of Edinburgh Challenge, a long gruelling walk of around 27km with over 700m of climbing involved, in which they raised nearly £2,000 for the hospice alone.

In September, the team will be taking part in the famous Edinburgh Kiltwalk, part of Scotland’s largest mass participation walking event with over 178,000 people taking part since 2016.

Year-long fundraising in store includes a book donation point, which was started by store colleague Caroline Phillip, where customers are encouraged to take a book and make a small donation, which is then given to the hospice – with a current sum of £17,432 donated so far. Books are provided by local businesses and customers.

Ross Wallace, Store Manager at the Superstore, said: “We have supported St. Columba’s Hospice Care for many years and are delighted we have been able to give them such a fantastic donation of over £19,000.

“The hospice has provided help to not only colleagues in store, but our customers as well, so it’s a cause very close to our communities’ hearts.

“I’m extremely proud of all my staff for going the extra mile to raise funds for a vital service which supports so many people in the area, and I’d like to thank everyone who kindly donated over the years too.”

Amanda Southey, Partnerships Fundraiser, said: “We’re incredibly thankful to the team at Tesco for their continued commitment and generosity over the years.

“Their support makes a real difference to families across Edinburgh and the Lothians, allowing us to deliver expert, compassionate care, so no one has to face the end of life alone.”

Tesco Superstore is located at 7 Broughton Rd, Edinburgh, EH7 4EW.

Donations can be made to the store’s Kiltwalk efforts at: 

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/rosswallace-688924857d8396eb850a9ec7.

For more information on St. Columba’s Hospice Care and how to support, please visit https://stcolumbashospice.org.uk/.