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An Edinburgh woman tells of her experience seeing three men in tracksuits trying
to break into a van just minutes before a stabbing in the same area, next to
Pilrig Park
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A one-bedroom flat in Edinburgh's West End has recently gone up for sale for the
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A clip published by @newhomequalitycontrol showed an inside look into the
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The kinetic sculpture was supposed to light up according to the speed and
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It might not be for everyone, but this Old Town accommodation has quite the
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A gang of yobs on electric bikes have been harassing strangers in the popular
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AROUND 60 PER CENT OF POSTAL BALLOTS HAVE BEEN RETURNED BY VOTERS
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Around 60 per cent of postal ballots have been returned by voters across
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Saughton PrisonEdinburgh prisoner 'caught in affair' with female prison officer
was gang memberInside sources claimed that the pair faced an investigation over
the alleged affair in HMP Edinburgh's Ingliston Hall in January 2021.
Chris Mueller's Hibs cost laid bare with American flop reportedly on five-figure
weekly wage
Chris MuellerMueller is set to head back to America after just a few months and
little impact made in Leith
Craig Gordon makes in SFWA Player of the Year hat-trick after Hearts 'keeper
scoops award
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written press after an stellar campaign
Edinburgh's 'most booked luxury hotel' is former jail with pod capsules in mixed
dorms
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accommodation has quite the history - and a number of rave reviews. Here's what
guests have said about their stay.
Edinburgh locals slam 'ruined' city centre street seen covered in rubbish
Edinburgh City CentreMontgomery Street near the top of Leith Walk was seen
covered in waste and packaging this week, with hundreds of Edinburgh locals
voicing their concerns online.
Asda selling new Super Noodles flavours and shoppers are calling them 'stunning'
AsdaAsda now sells two new Super Noodles products, and shoppers have been quick
to share their thoughts on the unusual flavours of the instant noodles — with
one calling them "stunning"

Inside Edinburgh one-bed flat that costs the same as a five bed house in East
Lothian
PropertyA one bed apartment in Edinburgh has gone on the market for £300,000.
Situated near the city centre, the flat is home to traditional features while in
East Lothian you can get a five bed town house.
Rare 50p coin sells for £150 at auction - and there are more in circulation
MoneyAn unusual coin commemorating the 250th anniversary of Kew Gardens in
London has been sold on auction site eBay for £150, and there are many more
still in circulation
Edinburgh paramedics rush to teenager 'having stroke' but all is not as it seems
Edinburgh City CentreIn the latest episode of Paramedics on the Scene, Kevin and
Martin respond to a call relating to a teenager having a stroke while on the
nightshift in Edinburgh
Popular Edinburgh deli sees Alan Cumming stop in for spot of lunch
Edinburgh St JamesThe Spy Kids and Smurfs star was seen tucking into a rather
large and impressive sandwich as he dined at the Edinburgh St James Quarter in
the capital this week.
Edinburgh Airport shares travel checklist for travellers to avoid delays
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delays, Edinburgh Airport has shared a handy checklist for passengers to look at
before they leave on their holiday
Edinburgh couple fight to rent luxury home on AirBnB after neighbour complaints
Property
2
The four-storey townhouse, which overlooks Holyrood Park and boasts views of
Arthur's Seat, was advertised on popular sites Airbnb and Vrbo for £290 per
night.
Edinburgh RAF veteran flashed two women on George Street through hole in
trousers
Courts
2
William Parkinson, 83, claimed he noticed a rip in his trousers when he returned
to his car and if he had exposed himself it was not a deliberate act, a court
heard.
Edinburgh man stabbed in his car as police launch attempted murder investigation
Police Scotland
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Edinburgh detectives are appealing for witnesses or any information that could
help after a 25-year-old was stabbed by two teens near Pilrig Park yesterday.
Tesco shopper shares little-known self service hack to save time at checkouts
Tesco
1
One savvy Tesco customer revealed on TikTok how to dramatically speed up the
time it takes to pay for your shopping at a self-service checkout if you are
using coins

PeopleEdinburgh woman who sent top secret codes to help win Second World War
turns 100
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An Edinburgh woman who worked in secret as a cipher during the Second World War
and now knits to raise money for charitable causes has turned 100 years old - so
Edinburgh Live paid her a visit.

Martin Lewis shares Pizza Express half price May discount code for family
dinners out
Martin Lewis

Martin Lewis took to Twitter on Wednesday morning to share a discount that
people can use to get 50% off pizzas at Pizza Express for the majority of the
month of May
Edinburgh mum woke up from coma with no memory of her husband or children
Traffic and Travel

She suffered a subarachnoid haemorrhage and a midline shift after her head
struck the ground after a motorist hit her at Deans Roundabout in West Lothian
in August 2017.

Dangerous Edinburgh dirt bike rider pulls rash one-handed stunt while overtaking
Police Scotland
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Residents within the Broomhouse and Sighthill communities are growing tired of
the increasing antisocial behaviour they are being subjected to by youths on
dirt bikes.
What cast of Edinburgh's Looking After Jo Jo are up to now - from US success to
tragic death
History
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Almost a quarter of a century has passed since the legendary telly drama Looking
After Jo Jo hit our screens. From movie success to tragic deaths, here’s what
became of the cast.
Sick Edinburgh Fringe comic made grim jokes about kids while hiding dark secret
Crime
2
Northern Irishman Goodfellow, who has since deleted his Twitter and TikTok
accounts, appeared with other comedians at a Zoom comedy show as they joked
about ­paedophilia.
Edinburgh's top-rated Chinese restaurant shortlisted for UK Golden Chopsticks
Award
Restaurants in Edinburgh

Perhaps it's no surprise to see this place nominated for a top national award -
the team have shared the exciting news on social media and are encouraging
customers to vote for them.
Edinburgh walkers told why they might soon see red lights in the Pentland Hills
Pentlands

Top brass at the Ministry of Defence have announced they are changing the way
live fire exercises will be marked in the Pentland Hills with flashing red
lights replacing red flags
Tributes to 'remarkable' Edinburgh dad and business tycoon who started with
nothing
Health
1
A number of tributes have flooded in from all over Edinburgh for local
businessman Tom Flockhart, a dad-of-four who sadly passed away from cancer
earlier this week.
Stunning Georgian mansion with interesting history goes up for sale in Edinburgh
Property
4
Originally built in the 1830's for whaling brothers it is now used as an
enormous family home with original Georgian decals and fixtures still preserved,
but it comes at a hefty price
Alan Patterson: Search for missing Edinburgh man last seen walking towards
Queensferry Road
Missing People

Officers in Edinburgh are appealing to the public after 67-year-old Alan
Patterson went missing on Tuesday afternoon and was last seen on Queensferry
Road.
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Edinburgh property: Jaw-dropping townhouse hits market for £1.5 million
PropertyThe gorgeous property has a state of the art internalised heating,
lighting and security system that can be connected to your phone
West Lothian mum goes on sweary TikTok rant when school shoes break in four days
West LothianThe mum posted the swear fuelled rant yesterday to TikTok and often
shares frustrating situations on the social media site that many parents can
relate to.
9 of Edinburgh's ugliest 'eyesores' locals want to see razed to the ground
HistoryWe asked our readers for their opinions on the ugliest buildings in the
city, and they didn't hold back in their responses.

Homeowner horrified at £15,000 energy bill sum after 'not taking reading for
years'
MoneyA woman has been left panicking after she attempted to calculate how much
energy she has used. Since the price cap increased by 54 per cent, millions of
households have seen their bills soar.
Call to charge Edinburgh drivers going into Midlothian in row over congestion
charge
MidlothianIn 2005 a bid by City of Edinburgh Council to charge people living
outside the city boundary daily fees for driving into the Capital saw them taken
to court by neighbouring councils who claimed it was unfair and it was
eventually shelved.
Liam Boyce on Alex Iacovitti head grab as Hearts striker reveals clear the air
chat with Ross County defender
Liam BoyceBoyce was less than impressed with what Iacovitti did but admits
they've since talked it out
Demetri Mitchell discusses Roy Keane Hibs links as ex-Manchester United kid
admits excitement
Hibernian FCThe pair's paths crossed briefly at Old Trafford and Mitchell and
Keane is one of many names linked to the vacancy
Edinburgh Aldi shoppers can take part in retro 'supermarket sweep' style event
ShoppingAldi's yearly Supermarket Sweep is returning again, offering Edinburgh
shoppers the opportunity to get a free trolley of shopping and earn money for
foodbanks.
Edinburgh paramedics deploy 'wolverine' vehicle for rescue on Arthur's Seat
BBCThe crew, part of the Scottish Ambulance Service's Special Operations Team
(SORT) used the vehicle after a woman became injured at the Edinburgh landmark.
Edinburgh police with speed guns crack down on drivers in Leith
Police ScotlandIssuing a warning on social media, road police in the capital
explained they had been out on patrol across Leith during bank holiday weekend.
Edinburgh's cheapest flat has private garden and two bedrooms - but it needs
some work
Property
3
The Edinburgh flat is on the market for offers over £95,000, making it one of
the only actual homes in the capital that you could get your hands on for under
£100,000.
Edinburgh mum diagnosed with 'killer gene' fears she will pass it onto her sons
Health
1
Dina De Sousa, a mum-of-two, was tested for the gene that causes the devastating
condition shortly after she lost her father to the disease following a sudden
diagnosis.
West Lothian's David Tennant responds to 'Doctor Who return' speculation
Doctor WhoThe 51-year-old played the 10th Doctor from 2005 to 2010 and returned
to the role in 2013 for the 50th anniversary special.
Best selling Edinburgh pub starts crowdfunding campaign to open new bar in
Portobello
Edinburgh bars and pubsVault City Brewing make some of Britain's best selling
sour beers and is looking for £25,000 to open a new bar on Portobello High
Street
Young Edinburgh woman adopting brother after tragic sudden loss of their mum
Real LifeAfter the tragic loss Karly is now trying to organise the funeral,
obtain legal guardianship of her brother and organise accommodation for her
family while grieving for her mum.
Princess Charlotte marks her seventh birthday with newly released pictures
PeopleThe young royal, surrounded by bluebells, was snapped by the Duchess of
Cambridge in Norfolk this weekend enjoying the outdoors.
Four little known gardening mistakes which could land you in trouble with police
CrimeBritain's army of keen gardeners are governed by a number of rules and laws
which, if not followed to the letter, can end with a visit from a police officer
Edinburgh mum devastated after sudden loss of daughter who died unexpectedly
Real LifeThe kind mum of one tragically passed away and leaves behind a
devastated family and 13-year-son who are heartbroken over the loss of their
'beautiful' girl.
Midlothian Co-op places ban on schoolchildren due to 'thieving and antisocial
behaviour'
MidlothianThe Co-op group have confirmed that a temporary ban has been placed on
schoolchildren in Bonnyrigg visiting the store after a string of recent
incidents of theft and antisocial behaviour
Easiest ways to check if your energy bill is wrong - including smart meter
errors
MoneyThe energy Regulator announced that over a few years previous, 1million
people had been overcharged £7.2million by 18 energy firms. And that was just as
a result of switching suppliers.
American student living in Edinburgh is baffled by curious 'shopping name habit'
TikTok
4
An American, who now lives in Edinburgh whilst studying medicine, has taken to
TikTok to share some of the differences she's noticed about the US and the UK -
and it's safe to say there are a lot of opinions forming on this one.
Streamlined Edinburgh Meadows Festival returns to city park after two-year break
Meadows Festival

The highly anticipated Meadows Festival will return this June after a two year
break due to the pandemic, with locals hosting a wide variety of stalls and
entertainment.
Edinburgh former rugby star says homeless 'don't belong in Old Town'
The City of Edinburgh Council
14
The former Scotland international is standing for election in the City Centre
and has doubled down on controversial comments he made about the city's homeless
people in 2019.
Razor blades in Edinburgh's Commie flumes and other radge capital urban myths
History
18
Up and down the country, all the different spots in Britain have their own urban
myths - and some have more truth behind them than others.

HistoryThe unforgettable Edinburgh fire that rocked a community and left 150
unemployed
4
It was one of the most spectacular blazes in living memory, throwing an
Edinburgh community into chaos and making scores of people unemployed in one
fell swoop.
Loch Ness Monster experts react to 'best footage for 20 years'
Tourism
1
The Nessie-spotter that it was a "really, really good sighting" of something
"unexplained in Loch Ness".
Prince Andrew heading for row with William and Kate over new mansion for Eugenie
The Queen
2
New mum Princess Eugenie is understood to have her eyes on Adelaide Cottage near
where the Queen lives on the Windsor Castle estate while Prince William and Kate
are also looking to move.
Edinburgh drivers stunned as motorbike attempts reckless overtake on busy road
Traffic and Travel
6
The individual stunned passers-by in Edinburgh on Monday (May 2) as they hurtled
along Broomhouse Drive towards a corner and upcoming traffic coming out of a
roundabout.
Devastated Ukrainian family in East Lothian end up homeless
East Lothian
4
Dozens of Ukrainian families have been arriving in East Lothian since April 9
through schemes offering places to stay but one placement has already broken
down and officials are warning it could be the first of many.



EDINBURGH NEWS

PropertyEdinburgh property report suggests best time to sell and the city's most
popular areas

Property company ESPC have released their April report that pin points some key
findings that homeowners may be able to use to their advantage - including the
most sought after postcodes.
Edinburgh parent calls for council transparency over 'serious' care failings
The City of Edinburgh Council

The parent's statement, which branded the council's youth care service "an
absolute disgrace", was due to be read out at a council committee this week
before councillors voted to hold it in private.
Inside the £665,000 Edinburgh one bedroom flat three times the average price
Property

A one-bedroom flat in Edinburgh's West End has recently gone up for sale for the
hefty price of £665,000 — but for nearly £200,000 less you could afford a
six-bedroom house in the city
Popular Edinburgh café closes its doors due to nearby construction and Covid
aftermath
Food and Drink

Abbey's café, on Montrose Terrace, Abbeyhill, have ceased trading after finding
it difficult to entice customers with the ongoing student accommodation
construction right next door to their premises.
Edinburgh man abandoned in Morocco as a baby on quest to find his birth family
People
2
Ryan Anderson, from Leith, was given a new name and identify by his adoptive
parents who took him in and brought him up in the UK, unaware of the secrets of
his past until he turned 18


BEST IN EDINBURGH

Best in EdinburghCelebrity Gogglebox special episode to mark 50 years of UK
PrideChannel 4's season looking at 50 years of UK Pride will also include
documentaries and one-off episodes of Naked Attraction and First Dates
Edinburgh's 'most booked luxury hotel' is former jail with pod capsules in mixed
dorms
Edinburgh City Centre
1
It might not be for everyone, but this Old Town accommodation has quite the
history - and a number of rave reviews. Here's what guests have said about their
stay.
Edinburgh weather: Met Office forecast as parts of UK set for heatwave
Weather

Despite parts of the UK sizzling in a rare heatwave, you'll want to wrap up cozy
and warm this week if you live in Edinburgh with cloud and rain set for the
capital.
Morrisons is selling turkeys for 99p instead of £27
Best in EdinburghNow you just have to find one
Martin Lewis shares Pizza Express half price May discount code for family
dinners out
Martin Lewis

Martin Lewis took to Twitter on Wednesday morning to share a discount that
people can use to get 50% off pizzas at Pizza Express for the majority of the
month of May


TRAFFIC AND TRAVEL

Traffic and TravelFlight attendant tells passengers how to get free upgrades -
and what not to say

If you're heading on holiday, whether it's long-haul or short-haul, one flight
attendant has told passengers what they can do to get an upgrade on their
flights - and what to avoid saying.

Dangerous Edinburgh dirt bike rider pulls rash one-handed stunt while overtaking
Police Scotland
7
Residents within the Broomhouse and Sighthill communities are growing tired of
the increasing antisocial behaviour they are being subjected to by youths on
dirt bikes.
Edinburgh mum woke up from coma with no memory of her husband or children
Traffic and Travel

She suffered a subarachnoid haemorrhage and a midline shift after her head
struck the ground after a motorist hit her at Deans Roundabout in West Lothian
in August 2017.
Reckless Edinburgh motorcyclist attempts dangerous overtake on busy city street
Traffic and Travel
6
The individual stunned passers-by in Edinburgh on Monday (May 2) as they hurtled
along Broomhouse Drive towards a corner and upcoming traffic coming out of a
roundabout.
Mum slams easyJet over seating policy - but not everyone agrees
Traffic and Travel

A woman has slammed affordable airline easyJet for charging for seats after she
took a trip with her two children - but after venting on Mumsnet, not everyone
agrees with her views.


HEARTS

Craig GordonCraig Gordon makes it SFWA Player of the Year hat-trick after Hearts
'keeper scoops awardGordon was voted as the best Premiership player this season
by the written press after an stellar campaign
Arsenal 'join' Aaron Hickey transfer race as ex-Hearts star wanted for big move
FootballThe defender has impressed in Serie A and could be on his way to England
in the summer
Liam Boyce on Alex Iacovitti head grab as Hearts striker reveals clear the air
chat with Ross County defender
Liam BoyceBoyce was less than impressed with what Iacovitti did but admits
they've since talked it out
Hearts held to stalemate by Ross County as Liam Boyce and Josh Ginnelly miss big
chances
Heart of Midlothian FCEurope-chasing County took a valuable point at Tynecastle,
despite the home side dominating the second half
Nathaniel Atkinson delights in Hearts career to date and makes song admission
Heart of Midlothian FCAtkinson has been chuffed with how things have gone for
him at Tynecastle so far


HIBS

Chris MuellerChris Mueller's Hibs cost laid bare with American flop reportedly
on five-figure weekly wageMueller is set to head back to America after just a
few months and little impact made in Leith
Hibs reassure fans of Sportmon Go deal and insists no supporter lost money
Hibernian FCThe Easter Road side had entered an agreement with the company but
they've gone bust in recent days
Demetri Mitchell discusses Roy Keane Hibs links as ex-Manchester United kid
admits excitement
Hibernian FCThe pair's paths crossed briefly at Old Trafford and Mitchell and
Keane is one of many names linked to the vacancy
Hibs slump to Livingston defeat and fail to register shot on target from 18
attempts
Hibernian FCThe Hibees had a total of 18 attempts that all flew off target as
Livi leapfrogged them into seventh
Henning Berg 'enters talks' over Hibs manager role as Ron Gordon chases
experienced boss
Hibernian FCBerg has 17 years of management experience and fits the bill after
Shaun Maloney's exit


SALT AND SAUCE

Salt and SauceThe Edinburgh attractions you'll definitely have visited if you
grew up in the 00s
3
From 'chaos rules' parties at the Logy Gym to sticking your hand in the iceberg
at Dynamic Earth, you definitely weren't an Edinburgh 00s kid if you can't check
off a few of these.
Edinburgh homeowner in stitches as squirrel clambers inside top bathroom window
Animals
6
The Edinburgh resident was more than surprised to discover the grey squirrel had
made it's way up to the first floor and in through the bathroom window this
week.
Edinburgh train passengers in stitches after clip of 'most Scottish train ever'
ScotRail
4
Caught on camera by ScotRail passenger @michellevankerb, the short video quickly
showcased almost all of Scotland's stereotypes in just fifteen seconds.
Edinburgh woman in stitches after receiving £90 'dream' dress she ordered online
Shopping
4
Rachel Brown had seen the dress in a Facebook advert, only to realise once she
had bought it that the website very much seemed like a scam - only to be in fits
of laughter when the real dress arrived.
The 14 people that are guaranteed to ruin a sunny day in Edinburgh
Salt and Sauce
11
When the sun makes a rare appearance in Edinburgh and the temperature creeps
into double figures, you can guarantee seeing at least a few of these unusual
individuals.


UK AND WORLD NEWS

UK & World NewsMum slams friend for turning up to holiday 'with no money' after
three day bender

A woman has been left baffled after her friend organised a weekend trip to
Berlin but turned up with hardly any money. After asking her to fund the daytime
spending, many are calling her out.
Tesco shopper shares little-known self service hack to save time at checkouts
Tesco
1
One savvy Tesco customer revealed on TikTok how to dramatically speed up the
time it takes to pay for your shopping at a self-service checkout if you are
using coins
Martin Lewis shares essential holiday tips to help you 'save £100s' on hotel
bookings
UK & World News

Consumer champion Martin Lewis and the Money Saving Expert team have shared
their top tips on how to same money when planning a holiday and following his
advice could save you £100s.
Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Aldi, Sainsbury's: All UK supermarkets to follow new strict
law
Shopping

A strict new law has been enforced around the UK that all customers will have to
follow or face tough punishment or even jail time. It comes after a spike in
attacks on shop workers were reported during the pandemic.

How to check Tesco Clubcard vouchers as supermarket issues expiry warning
Tesco

The supermarket has identified £17m worth of unspent Clubcard vouchers set to
expire this month
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the UK - and it's safe to say there are a lot of opinions forming on this one.
Suspicious Edinburgh woman 'pretended to be on the phone' seconds before
stabbing
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tracksuits trying to break into a van just minutes before a stabbing in the same
area, next to Pilrig Park
The embarrassing Edinburgh light sculpture that rarely worked as intended
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Edinburgh's top-rated Chinese restaurant shortlisted for UK Golden Chopsticks
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and are encouraging customers to vote for them.
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