‘A significant cut to lottery funding, coupled with increased demand from people affected by welfare cuts and unemployment would represent a perfect storm for many Scottish charities’ – SallyAnn Kelly, Aberlour Trust. Continue reading Devastation: charities fear impact of slashed Lottery funding
Tram network back on track?
Capital Coalition stands firm to seek ‘best value for city’
Councillors have approved in principle that any tram extension should continue to Newhaven. Elected members voted today to continue consideration of an Outline Business Case (see below) until the next Council meeting in December, when a further report will be heard. Continue reading Tram network back on track?
City pair aim to give opposition the brush-off!
Dan and Jordan showcase their skills in national competition
Two Edinburgh College apprentices are ready to stencil, chisel and carve their way to success at a national skills competition this week, representing the city against UK rivals. Continue reading City pair aim to give opposition the brush-off!
Keir: Housing situation ‘pressing on being critical’
‘We desperately need housing but the local planning authority isn’t addressing the basics’ – Colin Keir MSP
Colin Keir MSP for Edinburgh Western has called for infrastructure to be put in place to allow sustainable housing development in Edinburgh. Continue reading Keir: Housing situation ‘pressing on being critical’
Reconstructed Botanic Cottage up for national award
Before the paint has even dried, The Botanic Cottage is in the running for a national award …
The Botanic Cottage at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh has been nominated for Best Georgian Garden/Landscape at The Georgian Society’s prestigious annual Architectural Awards – before it has even opened its doors! Continue reading Reconstructed Botanic Cottage up for national award
Craigroyston looking for new players
Craigroyston Boys Club looking for new players – and new opportunities for girl footballers too …
Craigroyston boys club age group 2006 are looking for players to join our friendly and well-established seven a side football team. All of our coaches are fully qualified with coaching badges and first aid training.
Contact Steven Lockhart via email coach72@hotmail.co.uk or mobile 07505621470
Craigroyston Community Youth Football Club
We are looking to start a Girls team at under 15,s for the start of season 2016 – 17
We are looking for players and coaches to embark on this exciting venture. Craigroyston CYFC are moving forward at a steady pace and a few things are happening to this wonderful club which will help this club establish its self in the North of Edinburgh.
We are looking for players for all positions and at least one Female coach.
We offer full training on a football note along with PVG and first aid.
We were the first independent club in Scotland to have our own on site defibrillator too.
The next 18 months are huge for us so come on be a part of the Craigie Family.
C’mon The Craigie!
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Forth 1’s Mission Christmas
Giving children the chance to be kids on Christmas Day
In Edinburgh the Lothians and Fife there are an estimated 45,872 children living in poverty. Continue reading Forth 1’s Mission Christmas
Trinity Community Council: November update
Twenty folk attended TCC on 9 November. Here’s an update … Continue reading Trinity Community Council: November update
Winter Magic: Redhall Walled Garden Open Day
Sunday 13 December 12 – 3pm
Redhall Winter Open Day 2015 – Poster
Redhall Walled Garden is holding a community Winter Open Day on Sunday 13 December (12-3pm)
We will be offering :-
- ‘Spot the Snowman’ treasure trail
- Children’s activities
- Holly Wreaths for Sale
- Cream teas
- Beautiful Gardens
Redhall Walled Garden
97 Lanark Road, Edinburgh EH14 2LZ
Telephone 0131 443 0946
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Out of character, out of touch
Johnstone questions Marketing chief’s ‘patronising’ comments
Alison Johnstone, Scottish Green MSP for Lothian, has questioned comments by John Donnelly, chief executive of Marketing Edinburgh, in which he supported plans to turn the Royal High School into a luxury hotel and the controversial redevelopment of the St James Centre. Continue reading Out of character, out of touch