Tag: Edinburgh

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Potential Strikes at Edinburgh Airport During Busy Holiday Season

Potential Strikes Loom Over Edinburgh Airport This Holiday SeasonEdinburgh Airport is facing potential strikes during the busy holiday season, threatening to disrupt both domestic and international flights. Tanker drivers employed by North Air,...
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Edinburgh Road Closed Due to Collision: Police on Scene

Emergency services responded to a collision in Edinburgh, resulting in the closure of a busy road in the early hours of Thursday morning. The incident took place on Morningside Road around 1am. A local...
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Edinburgh Families Excited for Coca Cola Truck at Shopping Park

Dozens of families in Edinburgh were filled with excitement as they gathered at Fort Kinnaird to see the famous Coca Cola Christmas truck. This red truck, known for spreading holiday cheer, made a stop...
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Capture of Fugitive Complaining About Mugshot Leads to Arrest in Edinburgh

A fugitive named George Whittaker, 43, was captured in Edinburgh after complaining to the police about his 'hungover' mugshot. Whittaker, who was wanted for breaching his license due to stealing £3 million worth of...
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Edinburgh Hearts Fans Pack Bruges Square for European Match

A massive crowd of Hearts fans gathered in a Bruges city centre square for their European match on Thursday. Photos shared by Edinburgh Live showed the square filled with fans before their game against...
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Support Urged for Rent Control by Tenants Struggling to Make Ends Meet

Tenants in Scotland are demanding support for rent control as they struggle to make ends meet. A group of tenants protested outside the Scottish Parliament, urging politicians to back rent controls before the Housing...
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Reckless Stunts: Masked Edinburgh Youths on Wrong Side of City Centre Road

A group of balaclava-wearing youths were seen performing dangerous stunts on a busy city centre road in Edinburgh. The incident took place on Nicolson Street around 1.30pm on Wednesday afternoon, as captured in a...
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Edinburgh Family-Friendly Festival for Curious Kids and Adventurous Adults

A new family-friendly festival is coming to Edinburgh called The Garden Party. It will take place at the Royal Highland Centre on July 26 and 27. The festival promises live music, outdoor activities, craft...
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Traffic Chaos in Edinburgh as M8 Incident Causes Massive Rush Hour Delays

The M8 in Edinburgh is facing traffic chaos due to a road incident that occurred on Friday afternoon. Emergency services rushed to the scene near Hermiston Gait Roundabout eastbound, where the road was partially...
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Mystery Death Investigation at Edinburgh Beauty Spot: Body Found

The body of a 64-year-old man was found on a popular walking route in Edinburgh. Police were alerted to the situation at around 10:15 am on Thursday, November 21 at the Water of Leith...
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Firefighter’s Rescue Mission: Saving Beloved Dog Winston in Edinburgh

An Edinburgh firefighter is facing a difficult challenge to raise £12,000 in order to save the life of his beloved dog, Winston. Winston, an 8-year-old golden retriever, is suffering from bilateral hip dysplasia and...
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Edinburgh Police Search for Two Men in Attempted Robbery Case

Edinburgh detectives are currently on the lookout for two males following an incident of attempted robbery on Hailesland Road. The incident occurred on Friday, November 15, around 11pm when two men approached a driver,...
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Police Investigate Crime Scene on Water of Leith Footpath: What Happened?

Police are currently investigating a crime scene along the Water of Leith footpath near Stockbridge in Edinburgh. The area has been cordoned off, and forensic officers have been seen conducting investigations near St Bernard's...
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Scottish Paramedic Faces Rent Hike to Reach Hospital Shift

A Scottish paramedic recently shared his struggles with rising rents in Glasgow, which are making it difficult for NHS workers to afford to live close to their workplaces. Logan Vaughn, 31, faced eviction from...
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Edinburgh Fire Crews Battle Blaze for Hours: Emergency Services on Scene

A significant fire erupted near a block of flats in Edinburgh, causing emergency services to respond swiftly to the scene on Restalrig Road. The incident occurred at approximately 6:30 pm on Tuesday night when...
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New easyJet Flights from Edinburgh Airport to Top Holiday Destinations

Residents of Edinburgh will soon have easier access to exciting new holiday destinations in 2025, as easyJet announces the launch of six new flight routes from Scotland. These new routes are part of a...
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Renovate Edinburgh Four-Bed Family Home in Woodland Area

A beautiful family home in the woodland area of Cammo is now available for purchase. This four-bedroom end of terrace house on Strathalmond Road is conveniently located close to good schools. While the kitchen...
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Cargo Crew at Edinburgh Airport Hear Double Bang During Descent – Safety Concerns Arise

Cargo crew at Edinburgh Airport experienced a concerning incident during the descent of a Boeing 737-400 freighter loaded with cargo from Stansted Airport. The crew heard a double bang as a 695kg container shifted...
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Group of Diners Leave Edinburgh Restaurant Without Paying £80 Bill – Staff Infuriated

Edinburgh restaurant staff were left angry when a group of diners left without paying their £80 bill. The incident occurred at Toby Carvery Lauriston Farm, where four young men ordered desserts after their meal...
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Chris McCausland’s Chaotic Marriage: A Look at Strictly Star’s Relationship Journey

Stand-up comic Chris McCausland, known for his role on CBeebies, has captured the hearts of viewers on Strictly Come Dancing alongside his dance partner Dianne Buswell. However, behind the scenes, Chris leads a different...
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US Dessert Cafe Makes UK Debut in Edinburgh Near The Meadows

A US dessert cafe called JARS has opened its first location in the UK in Edinburgh near The Meadows. The cafe offers a variety of dessert jars, coffees, juices, and specialty sandwiches to customers....
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Tribute to Beloved Dad: Edinburgh Family Honors Father After MND Diagnosis

An Edinburgh family is honoring their late father, Patrick 'Pat' McGachan, who passed away in November 2023 after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) two years prior. Pat left behind his children Scott,...
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21-Year-Old Edinburgh Driver Arrested by Officers for Incident on Busy Road

An Edinburgh driver, who is 21 years old, was arrested by officers after an incident on a busy road on Friday evening. The officers stopped the vehicle on Russell Road around 9:25 pm following...
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Fire Crews Respond to Incident in Edinburgh’s Old Town Amid Nighttime Activities

Fire crews rushed to Edinburgh's old town on Friday evening in response to an incident. A crowd of people gathered outside a popular pub around 9pm that night. Pictures shared by Edinburgh Live showed...
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The Pitt in Edinburgh Reveals Opening Date and Exciting New Food Vendors

Edinburgh's beloved food market, The Pitt, is set to open its doors in Granton after two years of anticipation. The new venue will feature an indoor market, outdoor street food area, coffee shop, bar,...
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Explore the Exciting Edinburgh Christmas Markets 2024 – A Festive Wonderland for All

Edinburgh is buzzing with excitement as the Christmas markets officially open their doors at 6pm on Friday evening in East Princes Street Gardens. The winter wonderland is filled with a variety of gift stalls,...
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Edinburgh Woman Wakes from Coma Unable to Move: What Happened?

An Edinburgh woman named Ania Turska, 42, woke up from an induced coma unable to move after contracting Covid-19 in August 2021. She was previously healthy and did not have any pre-existing conditions before...
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Sam Heughan Spotted at Murrayfield Stadium During Scotland Match

Outlander actor Sam Heughan was seen at Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, supporting Scotland during their rugby match against South Africa. He was wearing a navy jacket and Scotland strip, enthusiastically cheering on the team...
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Neglectful Carer in Edinburgh Leaves Resident Alone While Eating, Resulting in Choking

An incident in Edinburgh has led to a carer receiving a warning after leaving a resident unsupervised while eating, resulting in choking. The carer, Huong Vo Thanh Dang, was given an 18-month warning for...
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Understanding the Impact of Blood Cancer Diagnosis on Edinburgh Woman: A Personal Story

An Edinburgh woman, Aileen Lamb, who successfully fought acute myeloid leukaemia, expressed her optimism about the approval of a new cancer treatment drug called Axicabtagene ciloleucel (axi-cel). This drug is specifically for adults diagnosed...