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Dr Bike sessions in North Edinburgh

Why not get your bike checked, serviced, and fixed for FREE by Dr Bike experts?

Check out the dates for the upcoming bike sessions in North Edinburgh. No booking needed, just drop in!

Open to all local residents.

16 July – Fresh Start (2–4pm) Fresh Start

24 July – Lauriston Farm (3–5pm)

30 July – Granton Community Gardeners (2–4pm) Granton Community Gardeners

6 August – Fresh Start (2–4pm)

14 August – Lauriston Farm (3–5pm)

27 August – Granton Community Gardeners (2–4pm)

Part of R2 North Edinburgh Active Travel Project

Organised crime feud: More arrests

TWO further arrests have been made in connection with Operation Portaledge, the investigation into violent incidents in the East and West of the country. This brings the total number of arrests to 52.

On Thursday, 3 July, 2025, police arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with wilful fire-raising to two vehicles on Campion Road and Niddrie Marischal Crescent in Edinburgh on 9 June, 2025. He was released pending further enquiries. This is the second arrest in connection with this incident.

On Friday, 4 July, 2025, around 9.50am, officers executed a warrant in Blantyre and arrested a 49-year-old man in connection with an attempted murder in Pitcairn Grove, Edinburgh on Friday 22 May, 2025. This is the third arrest in connection with this incident.

The 49-year-old has also been arrested and charged in connection with drugs offences.

He is due to appear at Edinburgh Sheriff Court on Monday, 7 July, 2025.

Free Jewellery-Making Workshops at North Edinburgh Arts

Are you a local resident of Muirhouse, Pilton, Drylaw or Granton? Fancy trying something creative and hands-on this summer?

Join jeweller and community artist Lisa Arnott (SilverHub Jewellery School and Studios Flourish Jewellery Project) for 4 weeks of FREE jewellery-making workshops at North Edinburgh Arts!

You’ll learn how to make beautiful, wearable pieces — from bangles and rings to earrings and pendants — using professional tools and techniques.

We’re running two weekly groups throughout July:

For local adults (age 21+)

Wednesdays: 9, 16, 23 & 30 July

10am – 1pm

For young adults (ages 16-21)

Thursdays: 10, 17, 24 & 31 July

10am – 1pm

Friday 1 August – Celebration & Exhibition of work created

North Edinburgh Arts, Macmillan Hub, 12c Macmillan Square, EH4 4AB

Free to attend, but places are limited – all materials provided!

To sign up: Email admin@northedinburgharts.co.uk

Call 0131 315 2151

Or drop by the NEA Welcome Desk (Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm)

Local stores support school leavers

A huge well done to DAY-TODAY DRYLAW & PREMIER MUIRHOUSE

They went out of their way to give five local schools some goodies for the primary 7 leavers last week (writes DEAN LOUGHTON).

yesterday morning was such a mad rush trying to get stock for the p7s at five local primary schools, we managed to get round the five schools with our donations and each school was overwhelmed with the donation – and so were the P7s!

As the goodies were being brought in to school there were some P7s floating around getting their tops signed but luckily enough they never spotted what was on the trolley!

‘THIS ISN’T OK’: PYCP appeal after food stolen from Community Garden

We’re saddened to share that our community garden—lovingly tended by local children and dedicated volunteers—has been taken, and many of the vegetables we’ve grown together are gone.

This garden is more than just plants; it’s a space for learning, connection, and giving back. We’re asking for your help to spread the word and protect this special place.

Please share this post with your friends and family.

If you see or hear anything, let us know.

Let’s work together to keep our garden safe and thriving.

Thank you PY Team x

Free Childcare?

Are you eligible for FREE childcare for your 2-3 year old child? You could be!

info@northedinburghchildcare.co.uk

R2: Pedal and Paint community event

FRIDAY 20 JUNE 2 – 4pm at GYPSY BRAE

Come along to this special Community Cycling & Walking event on Friday 20 June!

Tomorrow: PYCP Youth Committee Pentland Hills sponsored walk

Support Our Youth Committee’s Sponsored Walk!

TOMORROW, Saturday May 31st, our intrepid young Youth Committee from Pilton Youth and Children’s Project will be embarking on a sponsored walk on the Pentland Hills to raise funds for our charity. We are reaching out to our amazing community for support.

Every donation, big or small, makes a huge difference.

Your contributions will help us continue providing essential services and opportunities for children and young people living in Pilton and the surrounding area.

https://cafdonate.cafonline.org/28035#!/DonationDetails

for anyone making a business donation use this link or email Debbie@pycp.co.uk for bank details https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/sponsoredwalkpy…