With the rise of commercial gyms and fitness franchises, the personalised element of exercise has been taken out of many people’s regimes. At the same time, there is a growing number of independent gyms and clubs, which are thriving and producing real results for their communities. Continue reading Finding Fit: Edinburgh’s best independent gyms
An exhibition of photography and painting by two artists with sight loss opens in Edinburgh on Saturday [August 4th]. ‘Kaleidoscope: a blind vision of colour and light’ will express Rosita McKenzie and Fiona Powell’s ways of seeing through abstract depictions of the landscape and world around them. Continue reading Edinburgh art/photography exhibition expresses work of artists with sight loss
Two young men have been arrested and charged as part of the ongoing campaign to tackle motorcycle crime in Edinburgh. Continue reading Two face court for motorcycle crimes
Celebrate Edinburgh’s stunning shoreline and the exciting community regeneration underway along the 27km from Queensferry to Joppa – visit the exhibition, meet the people and delight in their art, then make your mark by tagging the shoreline map to say which area you think should be preserved and which could be improved.
You are invited to join us:
Friday, July 27
18:30 – 20:30 John Hope Gateway
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Arboretum Place
https://indd.adobe.com/view/bd1d43eb-80cb-4456-b392-b24f70faa6b0
Edinburgh’s coastline communities have a proud heritage of distinct social and cultural traditions where a sense of community has endured. Time has not always been kind, industries have suffered and sensitive redevelopment is required. Yet, this seaboard is home to an internationally important flora and fauna which could soon harvest new benefits for those along the shore.
The Edinburgh Shoreline project has launched at a time of community desire for regeneration. It presents a real opportunity for tangible change. Steered by those who use the area for work and play – with backing from key agencies – it could become an enduring testament to the power of communities celebrating their past and protecting their future.
A new vibrancy can be felt in all kinds of activity around the beaches, harboursides and proms. Natural habitats can be at the heart of this Renaissance.
Scottish families whose children have liver disease got together last weekend at a special event at PGL Dalguise, organised by Children’s Liver Disease Foundation (CLDF). Continue reading Family fun weekend gives hope to Scottish families affected by childhood liver disease
MORE than seven in ten (71%) of Scots admit they are creatures of habit, buying the same style of clothes and accessories when they go clothes shopping – the highest figure in the UK.
Faith Minister Lord Bourne is calling on people across the nation to get involved in ‘Ringing Remembers’ as the country marks 100 years since the end of the First World War.
The UK government funded ‘Ringing Remembers’ project aims to recruit 1,400 new bell ringers to take part in Armistice Day 2018 commemorations as the First World War Centenary programme reaches a seminal moment. Continue reading Armistice Day centenary: ring any bells?
Well Pharmacy has donated £1,313.70 to the Edinburgh based charity, Scottish Wildlife Trust, who dedicate their time, money and efforts to protecting the Scottish environment. Continue reading Well Pharmacy supports the Scottish Environment with healthy donation
The Scottish SPCA is currently caring for a little weasel called Steasel at their National Wildlife Rescue Centre in Fishcross. Continue reading Scottish SPCA looking after Steasel the Weasel
A couple have named their newborn child after the Scottish Ambulance Service emergency responder who helped with the baby’s delivery.
Phill and Michelle Douglas have given their daughter Ashley the middle name Rachel, as thanks to technician Rachel Mackie, who was dispatched from Arrochar station.
The Garelochhead mum and dad were at home when Michelle started having contractions. Phill, a firefighter, made an emergency call and an ambulance was quickly dispatched. Worrying he might have to deliver the baby himself, the call taker kept him on the phone, ready to give him expert instructions in the event the baby appeared.
Rachel and paramedic Darren McCormick arrived at the couple’s home soon afterwards. The couple’s other children, Kyle, six, and Ayden, three, were looked after by a family member.
“They started taking us to the Royal Alexandra Hospital, in Paisley. They thought we would get there comfortably,” said Phill.
However, the ambulance only got as far as Helensburgh before it was obvious the baby was going to make an early appearance.
He added: “Rachel was in the back of the ambulance looking after Michelle. She asked Darren to pull over because the baby’s head was out. Darren pulled over – incredibly, right across the road from Victoria Hall, where we’d got married.
“They were both amazing and just made the birth perfect. Not only do they save lives, they help bring them into the world.
“This is something we will never forget. Everyone was amazing, I cannot fault them at all.”
On deciding to give their baby the name Rachel, Phill explained: “We did not know what her first name or middle name would be. It just fitted.”
Rachel, who has been with SAS for 11 years, described the family’s gesture as an “honour”. She also added it was her first time delivering a child.
“We were notified of a red call; a woman was pregnant but we did not know the birth was imminent,” said Rachel.
“They got in the back of the ambulance and we thought we’d make it to Paisley, but after about 10 minutes, we saw that the baby was coming.
“It was a brilliant first experience for me – I could not get a better experience. I’ve been a technician for 11 years, and never managed a delivery yet – it was Darren’s ninth.”
On the couple naming the child after her, she said: “It was an honour and a privilege. A fantastic experience. I will always remember this – it made quite an impact!”
