Read all about it: Claire’s coming to Craigie!

Craigroyston Community High is one of ten Scottish schools to receive an author residency from Scottish Book Trust. Poet and writer Claire Askew will work with the local school to inspire a lifelong love of reading and writing.  Continue reading Read all about it: Claire’s coming to Craigie!

ParkLife: Breathing new life into West Pilton Park

West Pilton’s Parklife group had much to celebrate at this month’s annual general meeting – the group’s first. They now hope to build on successful events by encouraging more local people to get involved. Continue reading ParkLife: Breathing new life into West Pilton Park

Bravery award for hit and run victim Cameron

Ferry Road motorbike hit and run victim Cameron visited Drylaw Police Station yesterday and received gifts from local officers and a bravery award from area commander Chief Inspector Stevie Sutherland. Continue reading Bravery award for hit and run victim Cameron

Surplus office furniture at Stepping Stones

Could your project use some office equipment?SteppingStoneslogo

Stepping Stones (North Edinburgh) is moving to a new building on Monday 18th of September and there are some items that will surplus to requirements.

Items such as a fridge freezer, chairs, filing cabinets, pin boards etc.

If anyone is interested in finding out more, please contact the project on 0131 551 1632

Email:

marilyn@steppingstonesnorthedinburgh.co.uk

info@steppingstonesnorthedinburgh.co.uk

Two arrested and charged over Ferry Road hit and run

A local man has appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court following the recent hit and run collision near Drylaw Police Station. 

Conor Whalen faces 12 charges including causing serious injury by dangerous driving, failing to stop and report a collision and theft of a motorbike. The 20-year-old made no plea or declaration during the private hearing. He was remanded in custody and will appear at a later date. Continue reading Two arrested and charged over Ferry Road hit and run

Cash for Kids boost for PYCP

Pilton Youth and Children’s Project (PYCP) will be cooking with gas following a £4700 donation from Radio Forth’s Cash for Kids. The local youth organisation provides vital services to the area’s young people and plans to use the money to develop kitchen facilities at the Greenhouse. Continue reading Cash for Kids boost for PYCP