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Ginny Sanderson

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Ginny Sanderson was Deputy Editor at the Edinburgh Evening News until summer 2023. A senior journalist with years of experience in a newsroom, Ginny has a strong background in social media, newsletter writing and search.

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Pepper is a four-year-old French Bulldog. Pepper is a sensitive girl who loves spending time with her human best friend, she can find meeting new people overwhelming and needs time and patience to build a trusting relationship before she can feel happy in your company. She is full of fun, loves the garden and at the end of a busy day playing or exploring she loves nothing more than snoozing under the covers in her cosy bed.

10 adorable rescue dogs who need a loving home

Edinburgh Royal Hospital for Children and Young People patient Rosa Carter with the Edinburgh Zoo meerkats. (Photo: Chris Watt Photography)

Zoo meerkats to move in at children's hospital

Residents are rallying to save a 'wildlife haven' in Edinburgh's Western Harbour

Residents campaign to save 'wildlife haven' from development

TRNSMT Festival 2023 saw tens of thousands of music fans descend on Glasgow Green (Photo: Tim Craig for TRNSMT)

Date announced for Scotland's biggest festival next year

Taylor Swift is bringing her Eras Tour to Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium in 2024 (photo: Getty Images)

How to get tickets for Taylor Swift's Murrayfield shows

Christopher Pringle has been jailed for raping a woman in Edinburgh (Photo: Police Scotland)

'Despicable' rapist who attacked woman waiting for bus jailed

White Stuff has opened its new flagship store in Edinburgh's George Street

Fashion brand opens new flagship store in city centre

Rod Stewart performing at Edinburgh Castle on July 6, 2023.

Rod Stewart performs at the castle - in pictures

Rod Stewart spotted outside The Spey Lounge in Leith Walk after his Edinburgh Castle show (Photo: Sam Barker)

Rod Stewart spotted outside city pub after show

Ann Street is currently the most expensive street in Edinburgh. Found in the sought-after Stockbridge area, the average house price is £1,685,000

These are the 10 most expensive streets to buy a home in Edinburgh

Police Scotland has warned about 'disruptive protests' ahead of King Charles III's visit to Edinburgh (Phil Wilkinson)

Crackdown on 'disruptive' protests during King's visit

The best Edinburgher of all time has been decided by our readers

The best Edinburgher of all time, chosen by our readers

An elderly man and woman have been rushed to hospital after a crash at an Edinburgh junction (Google Streeview)

Two pedestrians rushed to hospital after crash

This stunning semi-detached two bedroom home is on the market with ESPC for offers over £425,000.

Stunning stone-built home with sauna hits market

Police Scotland gives guidance as 999 service goes down

A yellow weather warning for thunder is in place for East Lothian on Sunday, June 25 (Photo: Met Office and Getty Images)

Thunderstorm weather warning for East Lothian

Three-year-old cockapoo Bambi is a sweet girl who needs an experienced person who can manage her sometimes challenging behaviour. Being an anxious dog, Bambi can be easily overwhelmed and will react when feeling pressured. When she is with people she has built a bond with, Bambi is a happy and affectionate girl who loves playing with her toys and getting tasty treats. She is very clever and loves her training sessions, and she always enjoys enrichment time. She is an energetic dog who loves taking long sniffy walks in quiet areas and would enjoy having an owner who can be active with her.

Nine adorable pets up for adoption at Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home
Here are nine rescue dogs and cats up for adoption at Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home

Ralph Fiennes and Indira Varma will be appearing at Edinburgh Royal Highland Centre in a new stage production of Macbeth. (Photo: Oliver Rosser)

Tickets go on sale for Ralph Fiennes Macbeth show

"Boost, ya wee goblin" is basically a far more poetic way of telling someone to get lost.

13 uniquely Edinburgh insults and what they mean

Edinburgh's Royal Yacht Britannia in Leith has been named the best tourist attraction in the whole UK by Tripadvisor (Photo: Marc Millar)

Leith attraction named best in whole UK

East Lothian Police Scotland officers Malcolm Graham and Simon Broadhurst have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours list 2023

East Lothian police officers named in King's birthday honours

Vanessa is a four-month-old bundle of joy who loves food and would do anything for a tasty treat. She is Rottweiler cross puppy who is currently in a foster home with her siblings, who are reserved already. Vanessa could live with another medium to large breed dog and could live with children aged eight and over. She loves playing with her toys and running about the garden.

10 rescue dogs searching for a loving home

Missing Edinburgh man Zyrynyl Melendres was last seen in Leith (Photo: Police Scotland)

Desperate search for missing man last seen in Leith

We are listing the 150 most influential and famous faces from Edinburgh, in pictures.

15 of the most famous faces from our city, in pictures

Iain Glen is one of Edinburgh's greatest acting exports. Born in the Capital, he went to Edinburgh Academy before studying acting in London. An accomplished theatre actor, Glen is best known for playing Jorah Mormont in Game of Thrones, Dr Alexander Isaacs in the Resident Evil franchise, and recently as Magnus MacMillan in The Rig.

15 of the most famous faces from our city, in pictures

Cammy Barnes has reached the semi-finals of Britain's Got Talent on ITV (Image: ITV)

Tattoo performer makes it to Britain's Got Talent semi-final

Harry Styles fans have broken tram records in Edinburgh (Photos: Lloyd Wakefield and Annabelle Gauntlett)

Harry Styles shows break tram records

Edinburgh was shaken when Scottish rugby legend Doddie Weir died in November 2022 at the age of 52, after suffering with motor neurone disease (MND). The icon won 61 caps between 1990 and 2000 for Scotland, including two in one World Cup against the All Blacks - the only Scot to achieve the feat. After his rugby career he launched the My Name'5 Doddie foundation which has raised millions for MND research

150 famous faces who shaped our city, part two
The famous faces from Edinburgh who have been most influential over the past 150 years

Armed police have sealed off Murrayburn Place in Edinburgh (Photo: Ross Jamieson)

Armed police seal off street after 'disturbance'

Harry Styles performing at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium on Friday, May 29, 2023. (Photo by Lloyd Wakefield)

Harry Styles show breaks records as 65,000 attend

A fire breaks out in Nicolson Square near Edinburgh University. Photo taken from Newington Road by Graeme Waterhouse

Blaze breaks out near Edinburgh University

Boroughmuir High School, which includes Doctor Who actor Ncuti Gatwa among its former pupils, had 70 per cent of leavers achieving five or more Highers in 2021/2022. (Picture: Greg Macvean)

The 10 best high schools in the city

Marie Watt is missing from Edinburgh (Police Scotland)

Urgent search launched for 'vulnerable' elderly woman

The Royal Caribbean cruise ship pictured in the Firth of Forth from Queensferry (Photo: Jackie Mitchell)

Huge cruise ship arrives in Firth of Forth

A critically endangered Scottish wildcat kitten born at Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s (RZSS) Highland Wildlife Park

Critically endangered wildcat kittens born

Danielle Davidson has been named locally as the woman who died after a 'disturbance' in Leith (Photo: Facebook)

Tributes pour in for 'beautiful' mum after 'disturbance' death

Edinburgh Airport has announced twice weekly flights to Beijing, the capital city of China (Getty Images)

Airport announces 'exciting' new flights to China

Callum Laird (Image released by Police Scotland)

Missing man last seen in city is found

The first penguin chick of the season has been born at Edinburgh Zoo

Endangered penguin chick born at zoo

Mimi's Bakehouse is crowned Scottish Baker of the Year 2023/24 at the Hilton, Glasgow after taking the ultimate title (Photo: Katielee Arrowsmith)

City bakery named Scottish Baker of the Year at awards

Police wish to speak to this man in connection with an assault on Portobello promenade (Photos: Google Streetview/Police Scotland)

Search for man after Portobello attack

Edinburgh residents spotted raw sewage flowing into the Water of Leith at Coalie Park. The Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) is investigating. Video by Twitter user @RMJ@Dolto

'Disgusting': Raw sewage seen flowing into Water of Leith

The Caley Picture House is in an illustrious former cinema in Lothian Road which closed in 1986. It has only been a Wetherspoon pub since 2016, but maintains some of the spectacular art deco-style interiors.

The best and worst Wetherspoons in the city

Seven-year-old staffie cross Becky is a very sweet and friendly girl who loves meeting new people. She has lots of energy and enjoys long walks, especially at the beach where she loves playing in the water. She is very playful and loves to chase after a tennis ball. Becky is good with other dogs and enjoys meeting doggy friends for a walk, but prefers to go back to her own space so would like to be the only dog in her home. Becky is looking for an active owner who has a home with a garden. She may suit living with children aged 12 or more.

Six adorable rescue dogs looking for their forever home

Protesters dressed in Scottish flags arrive at Edinburgh's Calton Hill for the anti-monarchy protest

'Not my king': 10 photos of anti-monarchy rally against coronation

Queen Elizabeth II and the Duke of Edinburgh walk to Signet Library from St Giles' Cathedral after a service. The Queen is dressed in a robe of the Order of the Thistle

Looking back on the city during the last Coronation

Pennywell Road in the Granton area of Edinburgh (Google Streetview)

Busy road closed after gas leak with traffic being diverted