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Police officers are appealing for the help of the public to trace a 28-year-old man reported missing in West Lothian. Richie Potts was last seen in the Howden area of Livingston area on Thursday 6th August 2026. He is described as approximately 5ft 6ins tall, medium build with short brown light hair. When last seen […] The post Missing 28-year-old man last seen in Howden area over two weeks ago…
An Edinburgh pasta firm has been backed by other food-related business in the city in its warning over “fake Italian awards”. Kip Preidys and partner Giada Betti run Aemilia in Portobello, a successful pasta shop established in 2020. The pair’s presence in Edinburgh soon prompted invites to the Scottish Italian Food Awards – calls they […] The post Edinburgh pasta firm backed by industry…
Hibs Academy goalkeeper Ryan Mallon has joined Bonnyrigg Rose on loan until January 2027, subject to SFA approval. The 19-year-old embarks on his first senior loan spell away from the club following an impressive 2025/26 campaign. That saw appearances in the UEFA Youth League and KDM Evolution Trophy alongside a number of impressive displays for the development sides. A temporary switch to the…
Newcastle United midfielder Jasmine McQuade has joined Hibernian FC Ladies on loan subject to SFA approval and international clearance. The 23-year-old joins Hibs on a season-long loan deal from for the 2026/27 campaign. McQuade played an integral role in the Magpies’ promotion to Women’s Super League 2 in 2024, scoring nine goals en route to National League Premier Division North title […] The…
Police in West Lothian are appealing for information following an indecent exposure incident in Livingston. Between 11.30am and 12.30pm yesterday, Friday, 21 August, 2026 a man was seen carrying out an indecent act in a wooded area near to Chuckethall Road in the Deans area. He is described as white, around 5ft 6in tall, of average build with dark brown/blonde […] The post Police hunt man who…
Manchester City goalkeeper Eve Annets has joined Hibernian FC Women on a season-long loan deal, subject to SFA approval and international clearance. The highly regarded 20-year-old goalkeeper has signed for Hibs on loan for the 2026/27 campaign. Annets joined City from Reading on a four-year contract in Summer 2024 and has spent time on loan at both Portsmouth and […] The post Manchester City…
This European premiere is a short (one hour) intense examination of racialised violence in America. Its approach is startlingly original. Although the scene is one of three men hanging from a tree (having been lynched) the scenery is all imagined, a deliberate choice of the author / director, Zora Howard. The contrast between the mundane […] The post EIF review 2026 – Hang Time at The Lyceum ⭐️⭐️…
Pip Utton as Francis Bacon is combing his hair while bathed in red light. A bottle of champagne is within reach, hair swept back, leather jacket and polo neck in place, the award-winning actor appears less like a performer than a man who has wandered in from 1950s Soho and brought the Colony Room with […] The post Fringe review 2026 – Pip Utton’s Farewell to Edinburgh : Bacon ⭐️⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️…
Fiona Allen has a strong northern accent that recalls a tradition of British male comedians who could turn the frustrations of ordinary life into material. Hearing that voice coming from a woman gives the familiar formula another perspective, while Allen brings plenty of warmth to her observations. White Lies is built around an attempt to […] The post Fringe review 2026 – Fiona Allan: White Lies…
A Scottish council worker has been warned he could be jailed after he admitted holding fundraising events in support of the Ulster Volunteer Force loyalist paramilitary group – a proscribed terrorist organisation. Douglas Forsyth used imagery and insignia connected to the banned terror organisation to help promote social events held at the Blair Halls in […] The post East Lothian council worker…
Hibs took a step closer to the UEFA Conference League proper with a goalless draw against KAA Gent in Belgium last night. Hibs thoroughly deserved the draw which sets up a mouthwatering shootout at Easter Road next week. But David Gray is not getting carried away and admits there is still plenty of football to be […] The post David Gray not getting carried ahead of winner takes all game at Easter…
The first National Day For Victims and Survivors of Terrorism is being recognised across the UK today to honour those whose lives have been changed by terrorism. The inaugural event focuses on remembering and recognising those impacted by terrorism, supporting victims and survivors to get access to the help they need to rebuild their lives, […] The post National Day For Victims and Survivors of…
Waverley Lawn Tennis, Squash and Sports Club will this weekend name their clubhouse lounge in memory of former Hon President, Jasper Carmichael who died last year, aged 95. A ceremony at the Suffolk Road courts is expected to attract dozens of friends and well wishers to attend. Club president David Ferguson paid tribute, saying: “Jasper […] The post Waverley honour ex-president with “Jasper…
The Scottish Parliament’s management body believes that MSPs should be exempt from paying proposed higher rates of council tax on second homes in Edinburgh. In a report, officers state that the Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body has requested MSPs be exempted from second home taxes that could run up to £16k per year. At Thursday’s meeting, councillors will vote […] The post MSPs should be…
West Lothian council dealt with almost 1,000 fewer complaints in the last year. The decrease is largely down to a drop off in the number of complaints made to Operational Services around cleansing, though it still remains the council service people moan about most. And complaints about poor communication between Housing and Building Services and the public remain stubbornly static. […] The post…
East Lothian Council could save an estimated £9million a year following plans to create new classroom spaces for pupils with additional support needs. Demand for specialist provision for pupils with additional support needs (ASN) has more than doubled in East Lothian over the last five years. A report due to go before councillors next week seeks approval to increase the number […] The post Plans…
Detectives in West Lothian are appealing for information following a break-in to a house in Winchburgh. Officers believe the house, on McFarlane Crescent, was broken into between 4.50pm and 5pm on Thursday, 20 August, 2026. Officers are carrying out door-to-door enquiries and are gathering any relevant CCTV images from in and around the area. Detective […] The post Investigation underway after…
Edinburgh charity, Dance Base, has secured grant funding to protect its studios from the impacts of climate change. The venue will use the grant of £57,556 to install draught proofing, insulation and heating improvements. This will help manage variable internal temperatures and keep spaces comfortable for dancers, artists and participants. The money was awarded through […] The post Edinburgh dance…
There is something cinematic about Hollywood Vampires before they have played a note. A film shows the four members as skeletons before they transform into their human forms; smoke fills the stage, and Johnny Depp looks as though he has risen from the grave or wandered straight off the set of The Lost Boys. A […] The post Review – Hollywood Vampires appeared first on The Edinburgh Reporter .
Jacob Fearnley is back in the world’s top 100 tennis players for the first time since May after reaching the quarter final of the Quebec Challenger tournament with a 6-2, 6-3 win over Canadian, Alexis Galarneau. The win has moved Jacob, from Edinburgh, up to world No 99 with high hopes he can progress further […] The post Winner Jacob faces Taro Daniel tonight appeared first on The Edinburgh…
Police Scotland are investigating claims demonstrators displayed the flag of a proscribed loyalist terrorist organisation alongside neo-Nazi banners in Edinburgh. Videos circulating on social media show a group of men holding up a flag bearing the name of the Ulster Defence Association (UDA) during a protest on Princes Street on Saturday. The anti-immigration demonstration – organised by the […]…
The Orchestre symphonique de Montréal’s second concert, Voices of Canada, featured Canadian Indigenous voices and contemporary compositions during the first half. The first piece, You Can Die Properly Now, was sung in Mi’kmaq with sorrowful intensity by Emma Pennell so much so that the audience failed to applaud since tears seemed to be the only […] The post EIF review 2026 – Voices of Canada at…
Following an incident earlier on Thursday afternoon, emergency services were called to Morningside Road around 2pm. Police Scotland said a report had been made to them that an unknown substance had been found on a lamppost. Following testing, the substance had been found to pose no threat to the public and has been removed. The […] The post Police confirm Morningside Road has reopened appeared…
Police and fire crews have descended on Morningside Road amid an ongoing emergency incident Morningside Road is closed at the junction with Millar Crescent down to Cluny Avenue, with buses diverted by way of Balcarres Street, Myreside Road and Colinton Road in both directions. Services affected are 5,11,15,16,23,36. A fire appliance has been stationed on […] The post Morningside Road closed amid…
Police and fire crews are in attendance on Morningside Road on Thursday afternoon. An area of the road near Hermitage Terrace has been taped off and Lothian Buses have been diverted away from the area. There is a service alert on their website advising that buses are diverted by way of Balcarres Street, Myreside Road […] The post Incident on Morningside Road – emergency services on scene appeared…
Famed pianist and entertainer Liberace and famed singer and actress Liza Minnelli did not ever perform together. However, David Saffert and Jillian Snow’s tribute gives us a damn good idea of what it may have looked like if they had. The pair have been portraying their flamboyant characters for a decade now, but this year […] The post Fringe 2026 review – Liberace and Liza: A Tribute ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️…
Comedian and Italian expat Stefania Licari enjoyed a sold-out run at last year’s Edinburgh Fringe with her show I Can Make You Italian in 55 Minutes, so naturally returned this year with some degree of hype. Dedicating nearly an hour to trying to help us Brits become more Italian – physically, mentally, emotionally and all […] The post Fringe 2026 review – Stefania Licari: I Can Make You Italian…
Police in Edinburgh say that road closures are currently in place on West Coates between Stanhope Street and Devon Place. Officers are asking members of the public to avoid the Stanhope Street area where possible following a report of an injured man. Officers were called to the scene around 11.50am on Thursday, 20 August, 2026. The man has been […] The post Public advised to avoid Stanhope Street…
Police are appealing for information to help trace 11-year-old Connall Ward who has been reported missing from Tranent. Connall was last seen 11:30am on Wednesday the 19th August 2026 in Prestonpans area of East Lothian. He is wearing dark grey Montrex joggers and orange and grey tracksuit top, Adidas trainers. Connall may be with another female youth. Officers are […] The post Police seek help to…
The Home Office collaborated with Police Scotland on a crackdown on unauthorised e-bike usage and illegal gig work in Edinburgh last year. Immigration officers joined the Police Scotland-led Fountainbridge operation over two days, and arrested four males – two Pakistani nationals, one Indian national and one Afghan national – for working in breach of their conditions. In a report for a City […]…
In its first two months, a new report has revealed that a controversial parking charge scheme in the East Lothian town of North Berwick brought in £111,000. The income from on and off street parking meters and residents permits does not include money from fines issued with 554 issued over the same period although 145 have since been cancelled. A review […] The post East Lothian’s controversial…
A care home in Edinburgh has marked the end of the second world war with a day of special events. On 15th August 1945, Japan surrendered to Allied forces, finally ending the war. This emotional news sparked celebrations across the world, with people taking to the streets for spontaneous parties across the globe. To commemorate […] The post Edinburgh care home honours VJ Day appeared first on The…
