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Paul Mooney, 38, from Livingston, was last seen around 8.20am on Monday, 25 September, 2023, in the Dedridge area of Livingston. He is described as white, around 5ft 10in tall and of slim build. He was last seen he was wearing black Nike trainers, dark coloured slim fitting tracksuit bottoms and a dark jumper or jacket. Photo: Police Scotland

Police ‘urgently trying to trace' missing man as concern grows for welfare

Strikes in 24 of Scotland’s local authorities are set to go ahead this week after councils and a trade union failed to reach an agreement over the weekend.

Edinburgh schools to shut for three days this week

A man has been charged in connection with a hit and run in Queens Crescent, Livingston.

Man, 20, charged in connection with hit and run which left man seriously injured

Pentland Primary School

A look at past Primary 7 class photos to take you back to school days

The charming and tranquil site has undergone two years of refurbishment and recently recived a five star rating from VisitScotland

Tranquil camping and glamping site awarded 5 stars by VisitScotland

Heavy Rain to hit Edinburgh Photo: Lisa Ferguson

Heavy rain to hit as weather warning issued

Imagine if you could learn about the city and at the same time learn how far the world of doughnuts has come - now you can

I tried Edinburgh's new Underground Donut Tour and left feeling full - review

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Community say farewell to legendary Leith chef

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Disabled lecturer 'humiliated' after being told to apply for pool cleaner job

This photo taken in 2011, gives a bird's eye view of Hearts' Tynecastle Park Stadium in Gorgie, showing the now demolished adult learning centre in the foreground, which made way for the new main stand.

26 incredible photos which show what Gorgie was like back in the day

A man and a baby have been taken to hospital after a car flipped in Edinburgh.

Man and baby taken to hospital after serious crash on busy road

Sport

Hearts defender Nathaniel Atkinson leaves the pitch on a stretcher at St Mirren. Pic: SNS

Hearts take a decision on Atkinson after injury
Tynecastle club already have some key players out

Rocky Bushiri was key to Hibs keeping a clean sheet

Bushiri makes Hibs Monty admission and St Mirren ‘no excuse’ warning

Liam Burns can't wait for Clyde challenge

"Perfect" birthday weekend for boss Burns as Burgh make history in Scottish Cup

Hearts head coach Steven Naismith speaks with Calem Nieuwenhof and Beni Baningime at St Mirren. Pic: SNS

Worry is real for Hearts with issues under microscope ahead of critical period

Joe Newell has picked up booking this seson. (Image: SNS Group)

Hibs, Hearts and Celtic stars among Premiership’s 15 ‘dirtiest’

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Hearts v Hibs

Changes in predicted table as Hearts, Hibs, Rangers, Celtic etc ranked

Hearts manager Steven Naismith was frustrated by the outcome against St Mirren. Pic: SNS

Naismith identifies what Hearts must do better after St Mirren loss

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Hearts deal agreed as transfer admission made

Whittaker’s debut makes a statement about opportunities for youth at Hibs

Youth, goals and redemption - talking points from Hibs v St Johnstone

Crime

Lucy Letby is accused of murdering seven babies and trying to kill a further 10. Credit: SWNS

Breaking Lucy Letby to face retrial on allegation she tried to murder baby girl

The post office was robbed on Sunday morning

Police appeal after post office robbed

Jamie McMurtrie had images on his phone

Retired fire chief caught with child abuse images escapes jail

Detectives are investigating a hit and run in Livingston's Queens Crescent. Picture: Google Maps

Hit and run in residential street leaves man with serious leg injury

Carly Kilpatrick, 14, was taken to hospital after she took unwell at around 2.45am on Monday, 18 September. She was taken to hospital but was pronounced dead a short time later.

Teen charged with drug offence after schoolgirl's death

A 38-year-old man has been charged in connection with an early morning robbery in Edinburgh.

Man arrested after robbery on Leith Walk

What's On

Miju, a new Japanese restaurant, has opened its doors on Dalry Road in Edinburgh. Photos: Miju

New Japanese restaurant opens in Dalry

Rugby World Cup fans learn the Haka in the Paris fan zone

I flew to Rugby World Cup in Paris and it opened my eyes Nicola Adam

The new National Theatre of Scotland production Dracula: Mina's Reckoning is at His Majesty's Theatre in Aberdeen until 9 September and will then tour around Scotland until 14 October. Picture: Mihaela Bodlovic

Theatre, dance and opera companies warn over ‘wilful demise’ of culture sector

Before buses were all fitted with CCTV, the driver used a kind of periscope contraption with a curved mirror to check what was going on upstairs.

12 photos of Edinburgh in the 80s and 90s

Retro

The top place for a Sunday swim, the slides at the Commie Pool were removed in 2000 but those of us who got a shot on them undoubtably remember the urban myth that there were razor blades embedded in the flumes!

13 things Edinburgh people miss about the 2000s
Flip phones, iPods and intenet cafes, these are just some of the things Edinburgh locals will remember about the Noughties...

On the corner of the top of the Mound where the street meets the Royal Mile is Deacon Brodie's tavern, named after the crooked councillor himself. The original Brodie family lived on Brodie's Close on the opposite side of the Lawnmarket.

In pictures: 12 of Edinburgh’s oldest pubs

Starbank Park in Trinity is a stunning walled garden, a ‘Victorian Park’ which has been restored to its former glory by the active Friends of Starbank Park group, with some pollinator-friendly planting along the way. Central to the park's design and history is Stabank House, once the home of the Victorian Prime Minister William Ewart Gladstone’s aunt and uncle. The house was bought in 1891 by Leith Town Council and was a museum from 1920 to 1931, but is now a private house again. The Friends - who celebrate their 10th anniversary this year - use the side building where the history of the park is on display. It won ‘Best Neighbourhood Park UK’ in 2018 and in 2021 Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales, visited the park with Fields in Trust and planted an apple tree. Doors Open weekend will see a harvest display and guided tours, children’s crafts, chalk drawing and a planting demonstration as well as a history display and talk. Open: Saturday, September 23, and Sunday, September 24, 10am - 4pm

17 more venues to visit on Doors Open Days

Before the organised and multi-million pound Edinburgh Hogmanay celebrations were introduced in the late 90s, Edinburgers brought in the bells at the Tron, off the High Street at Hunter Square. Teenagers pictured having a knees-up at the Tron Kirk in Edinburgh on Hogmanay 1990.

15 brilliant photos which will transport you back to Edinburgh in the 1990s

Despite our lack of live music venues, Edinburgh has a rich history of producing quality music. Here are 11 songs our readers thought were some of the best. Photo: alterna2, Wikimedia Commons

11 of the best songs by Edinburgh bands or artists as chosen by readers

Homes & Gardens

The spacious kitchen has two large windows meaning the room benefits from lots of natural light.

Beautiful flat for sale which is just a short walk from the beach
A perfect place for anyone wanting to live near the sea

The house has three stories and you enter onto the middle floor which is at ground level there is a staircase to the first floor and the renovated basement. The house has undergone modernisation to suit the family and any new homeowner.

Inside the part hidden three-storey home on the market for more then £1million

The bright open plan kitchen / dining room and utility room with direct access to the enclosed rear garden and decking area.

Chalet-style detached four-bedroom home for sale

The property is conveniently situated next to Holyrood Palace, a couple of minutes' walk from Holyrood Park and Arthur's Seat whilst being within easy reach of the City Centre.

Inside flat in 400-year-old building which is a little slice of history

Attractively panelled and herringbone floored living space

Edinburgh property: one-bed Grassmarket get to heart of the matter

Puzzles

Quick CrosswordTo test and hone your word skills

SudokuThe ultimate logic-based numbers game

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Lifestyle

The 10 best dog breeds for people living in a flat or apartment

Where: 92 Lothian Road, Edinburgh EH3 9BE. Rating: 4.5 out of 5. One TripAdvisor reviewer said: We loved the atmosphere of the restaurant. The food was fantastic. Would 100% recommend their milkshakes as these are delicious.

Edinburgh's 'Top 10' best burger joints - in pictures

Where: 8-9 Teviot Place, Edinburgh EH1 2QZ. Rating 4 out of 5. One Tripadvisor reviewer said: B'een visiting this place regularly since 2017 and can safely say I have always had a really good experience'.

In pictures: Edinburgh’s best Thai restaurants

The Omni Centre has been put up for sale for £65 million by owner Nuveen.

Edinburgh’s Omni Centre put up for sale

People

A man has been charged with murder after a woman died from a gunshot wound. Carrie Slater, 37, was found with serious injuries on Thursday near Melton Mowbray in Leicestershire, and died in hospital on Saturday evening, Leicestershire Police said.

Family pay tribute to woman shot dead - as man faces murder charge

Carrie Slater's family say she was 'loved by all of us' - she has died after being shot and a man has been charged with murder

Irvine Welsh says he's cheated death many times

Irvine Welsh on cheating death in 'reckless' youth

The pub has closed while fault is repaired

Wetherspoons Omni shuts due to blocked drain

Best in Edinburgh

Island Poke interior

Restaurant Review: Island Poke, Edinburgh

Gail Stewart using the Calligraphy Pen Pic:Phil Wilkinson

Review: Calligraphy Cut at Gail Stewart Styling

These are the five best beaches in and around Edinburgh.

The 5 best beaches in and around Edinburgh where you can enjoy the heatwave

In October 1962, Queen Elizabeth II and King Olav of Norway make their way up Lothian Road in the Royal Coach during the state visit to Scotland.

17 photos of Lothian Road from yesteryear

Opinion

Alan Roden

​News was at the forefront of trams fiasco reporting - Alan Roden

Chris Packham presented a new documentary this week, pondering whether the campaign influence governments on climate change needs to change (Picture: Rob Parfitt/Channel 4)

TV naturalist fights the law, and the law mainly wins

Well intentioned ageism is alive and well

Well intentioned ageism is alive and well - Christine Grahame

Who does not love that touch of luxury when you get into a bed of freshly laundered linen, air-dried in a Scottish breeze, then ironed smooth?

​People have stopped ironing, they don’t know what they are missing - Susan Morr...

Business

Brodie joined the society in 1993 as CFO, was appointed acting CEO in 2004 and then took the post on permanently in 2005. Picture: Phil Wilkinson/Scotmid.

'Towering figure in Scottish retail' John Brodie set to retire as Scotmid CEO

Grzegorz Marecki, co-founder and chief executive of Continuum Industries: 'We have an exciting and important opportunity to accelerate the march of the infrastructure industry into the digital age and make a lasting impact for people and the planet.'

Edinburgh AI specialist gets £8 million boost to tackle energy planning delays

Take a look through our photo gallery to see which local chippies are named as finalists at the 2023 Scottish Fish and Chip Awards.

The Edinburgh finalists at 2023 Scottish Fish and Chip Awards

The building is owned by The Royal Company of Merchants of The City of Edinburgh and features a striking domed ceiling. Picture: Jack Currie

Catering firm agrees exclusive partnership with Edinburgh's 'hidden gem' venue

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Lego has ditched plans to make bricks out of recycled bottles (BELGA MAG/AFP via Getty Images)

Lego scraps plans to make bricks out of recycled plastic bottles

Aldi boss says 'savvy shoppers' helped profits jump by £118m

Over half of Scotland’s popular beaches ‘blighted’ with raw sewage. (Photo: Getty Images)

Over half of Scotland’s popular beaches ‘blighted’ with raw sewage

Nats ‘very sorry’ staff off sick ‘will impact’ flights from major UK airport. (Photo: AFP via Getty Images)

Nats ‘sorry’ staff off sick ‘will impact’ flights from major airport

Over half of Scotland’s popular beaches ‘blighted’ with raw sewage. (Photo: Getty Images)

Over half of Scotland’s popular beaches ‘blighted’ with raw sewage

Lucy Letby

Baby-murdering nurse Lucy Letby to learn whether she faces retrial

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Marks & Spencer has issued an urgent warning on one of its bestselling meal deal products, urging customers to check for affected packs. Photo: M&S

Marks & Spencer issues urgent food recall warning

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