Two well known faces from the Edinburgh folk music scene are to showcase their talents in Eastern Europe later this month. Leith based singer songwriters Kevin Gore and Bobby Nicholson have received an invitation to perform at the Prague Fringe, a festival of music, comedy and drama which is held annually in the Czech capital. Continue reading Edinburgh folk singers take show to Prague festival
Scotland’s relationship with Europe and the world to be examined
Scotland’s relationship with the European Union and the rest of the world is to be the subject of a new parliamentary inquiry by the Culture, Tourism, Europe and External Affairs Committee. Continue reading Scotland’s relationship with Europe and the world to be examined
Getaway car identified after Bingham axe attack
Police investigating a serious assault in the Bingham area have identified the vehicle used by those involved. Continue reading Getaway car identified after Bingham axe attack
From Elgin to Edinburgh: Johnstons of Elgin launches new Scottish flagship store
Luxury cashmere manufacturer Johnstons of Elgin has demonstrated it is a ‘brand for all seasons’ with the launch of its new Scottish flagship store, situated in the heart of the capital’s exclusive shopping quarter, Multrees Walk. Continue reading From Elgin to Edinburgh: Johnstons of Elgin launches new Scottish flagship store
Weird and wonderful creatures take over Edinburgh College’s PASS Theatre
A number of weird and wonderful creatures were brought to life at Edinburgh College’s PASS Theatre last night as the College’s Make-up Artistry students showcased their cosmetic talents. Continue reading Weird and wonderful creatures take over Edinburgh College’s PASS Theatre
Residents give Edinburgh living the thumbs up, says council
Resident satisfaction with the Capital as a place to live remains very high, according to the city council’s Edinburgh People Survey 2018 – the largest study of its kind in Scotland.
Continue reading Residents give Edinburgh living the thumbs up, says council
Over 6,800 youngsters to be taught CPR in Lothian every year
Around 40,000 youngster in Lothian are set to be taught CPR in the classroom before they leave school, with over 6,800 pupils being taught every year, thanks to a national campaign by British Heart Foundation (BHF) Scotland. Continue reading Over 6,800 youngsters to be taught CPR in Lothian every year
Muirhouse: Let’s Get Critical!
Come along to ‘Let’s Get Critical!’ – a free discussion group in Muirhouse Library on Tuesdays from 1:30pm – 3:30pm!
Have a cup of tea and a blether and ask:
- What influences us in the language we use?
- What affect does language have on the world?
- How often do we stop and think about this?
To sign up, call or email Hannah
07845 015 976 / hannah.bradley@ea.edin.sch.
Age of Criminal Responsibility Bill passed at Holyrood
Primary school-aged children will no longer be arrested and treated as offenders following the passing of the Age of Criminal Responsibility Bill at Holyrood yesterday. Continue reading Age of Criminal Responsibility Bill passed at Holyrood
Soldier killed by elephant during anti-poaching operation
A British soldier has died in Malawi during counter-poaching operations, the Ministry of Defence has said. Mathew Talbot, of the 1st Battalion Coldstream Guards, was on a patrol on 5 May when he was believed to have been killed by an elephant. Continue reading Soldier killed by elephant during anti-poaching operation








