Please see attached our flyer for the Hate Crime Week event at The Punjabi Junction today from 2pm. Continue reading Hate Crime Week event at Punjabi Junction today
Category: Leith
Sean Woodburn death: second male to face Court today
Police in Edinburgh have arrested a second male in connection with the death of Shaun Woodburn (pictured). Continue reading Sean Woodburn death: second male to face Court today
Celebrate Mother’s Day at Annandale Mosque
Sunday 26 March, 2 – 4pm
Booking essential – see registration details below
Youth projects launch My Travels postcard campaign
Young people from Deaf Action in Edinburgh and The Junction based in Leith gathered at the Scottish Parliament recently to launch the ‘My Travels’ postcard campaign, run by YouthLink Scotland. Continue reading Youth projects launch My Travels postcard campaign
So you think you’re funny?
Leith to host monthly new comedy night
GILDED Balloon’s comedy newcomer competition, So You Think You’re Funny?, is back in 2017. Continue reading So you think you’re funny?
Brexit “a threat to Scotland’s population and prosperity”
Deidre Brock MP has called for tailored immigration solutions for Scotland to tackle its differing population needs and the economic threat of a ‘hard’ Brexit. She was speaking during yesterday’s Westminster debate on the Scottish Affairs Committee’s report into the demography of Scotland and its implications for devolution. Continue reading Brexit “a threat to Scotland’s population and prosperity”
£1.28 million to develop Leith Walk hub
Leith Walk Studios are set to receive a £1,280,000 boost to provide develop the space into workplaces for new businesses and creative entrepreneurs. The grant will also see the re-development of the derelict buildings into a new street market initiative, energising Leith Walk and creating a draw for residents and visitors alike. Continue reading £1.28 million to develop Leith Walk hub
Bonnie’s: a warm welcome in Leith
Bonnie’s Cafe is a fantastic wee social enterprise based in the heart of Leith., serving delicious food including all day breakfasts, soups, snacks, home baking, diner classics such as burgers, fish and chips, mince and tatties and daily specials. Continue reading Bonnie’s: a warm welcome in Leith
Ken gets his hands (gloves?) on Edinburgh Award!
Former undisputed world lightweight boxing champion Ken Buchanan has been presented with the prestigious Edinburgh Award 2016.
Edinburgh’s Lord Provost Donald Wilson proudly presented Ken Buchanan MBE with an inscribed Loving Cup in recognition of his impact on sport in the city at a ceremony in the City Chambers on Friday.
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Disability History Scotland secures Lottery support for Fringe shows
Leith-based Disability History Scotland (DHS) has received a grant of £10,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) to support Unwritten, a live show written and performed by disabled artists, to premiere at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August.
Continue reading Disability History Scotland secures Lottery support for Fringe shows
