With temperatures in Edinburgh plummeting to -2 degrees and December 1st marking the official start of meteorological winter, Scottish Gas is urging residents to take action. Continue reading Edinburgh residents urged to prepare for start of winter
Category: North Edinburgh News
People’s Assembly demands action on austerity
The People’s Assembly Scotland has written to all group leaders in Scottish councils urging them to protect local services by challenging austerity. In return it has pledged to build a major campaign to support councillors prepared to make a stand. Continue reading People’s Assembly demands action on austerity
Support The Bike Station
Bike recycling charity The Bike Station are launching a crowdfunding campaign following the recent fire at their Causewayside base. The charity hopes to raise £10,000 through the campaign, which launches at midday today. Continue reading Support The Bike Station
Celebrating the Stone
The centuries old Stone of Destiny was winched out of the Coronation Chair inch by inch, taking collection and conservation specialists more than six hours in total to complete the careful operation. This information is among 20 facts to be released by Historic Environment Scotland (HES) to mark the 20th anniversary of the Stone of Destiny’s return to Scotland yesterday. Continue reading Celebrating the Stone
Centipede success: it’s child’s play!
‘The final award for Our Space – voted for by the general public – at #MakingSpace2016 is won by … Muirhouse Avenue Play Space!’ Continue reading Centipede success: it’s child’s play!
20mph roll-out continues: next time it’s North
The city council’s rollout of 20mph speed limits for residential and shopping streets continues, with new signs and lines starting to be installed for Phase 2 from December. Continue reading 20mph roll-out continues: next time it’s North
More homes for Edinburgh
West Edinburgh is set for a housing boost after the City of Edinburgh Council signed a contract with Keepmoat for a £35m housing-led regeneration project in North Sighthill.
Twelve Days of Fitness
December has arrived and with it the season of shopping, eating, drinking, partying and … exercise! (Eh? – Ed)
That’s right, December may traditionally be the month physical activity levels drop (unless you count dodgy dancing) but actually this could be the most magical time of the year to keep fit, according to the experts at Edinburgh Leisure.
Edinburgh Leisure, the not-for-profit company, which manages over 30 fitness venues across the capital, has launched its seasonal promotion 12 Days of Fitness with the aim of encouraging people to stay active in December.
The 12 Days of Fitness promotion offers 12 consecutive days of membership for only £12 any time in December. Passes go on sale on 1 December and are available from any of the many Edinburgh Leisure venues across the city.
As the promotion includes unlimited access to all Edinburgh Leisure’s gyms, swimming pools (excluding the Turkish Baths at Portobello Swim Centre), fitness classes and even the EICA:Ratho, this represents excellent value for money.
The promotion is timely as experts advise exercise is one of the best ways to reduce stress, minimise hangovers, fight colds and beat the winter blues – as well as shaping up for your Hogmanay party outfit.
Furthermore, it can be a brilliant way to get one step ahead of New Year fitness plans – that first trip back to the gym in January will be far easier and the promotion gives you the opportunity to try out Edinburgh Leisure venues.
David McLean, Fitness Manager at Edinburgh Leisure, said: “When everybody is busy getting in the Christmas mood, and it’s cold outside, it’s understandable fitness slips down the priority list for many people.
“What we advise is to keep enjoying some physical activity – just lower the intensity level if that’s how you feel. Or try something new and fun like Sh’bam or just enjoy a gentle swim and sauna. Any activity will help you keep healthy at this time of year.
“There are countless benefits to staying active in the festive season, and if you remain in the habit of visiting our leisure centres. it’s much easier to step up the pace come January.”
For further information about Edinburgh Leisure venues and services and the 12 Days of Fitness promotion visit www.edinburghleisure.co.uk
Accounts Commission: Councils must make more savings
Councils have managed their finances well but significant challenges lie ahead, says the Accounts Commission. Continue reading Accounts Commission: Councils must make more savings
Zumba classes cancelled
Lara’s Friday 2nd December & Monday 5th December Zumba sessions are cancelled but will resume on Friday 9th December. Apologies to all
James McGinty, Muirhouse Millennium Community Centre