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Part of the Edinburgh City Bypass has reopened to traffic following a closure of both lanes for more than 17 hours after a crash last night.

Edinburgh City Bypass fully reopens after 17-hour closure

There are delays of almost 90 minutes on the A720 City Bypass and knock-on delays on the M8 following a crash near Clovenstone.

Everything we know about Edinburgh City Bypass crash amid major delays

Residents at 95 and 120 Lawrie Reilly Place have been told they they will be able to stay in their properties after initially getting advance warning of an eviction notice for the buildings to be sold.

Abbeyhill tenants to remain in homes despite eviction warning

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'FM tells city cycling campaigners he supports congestion charging'

Drivers facing traffic chaos as bypass remains closed after 14 hours

The former railway line could become a pedestrian and cycle path

Minister accused of washing his hands of manifesto rail pledge

Pet shop targeted by vandals for second time in weeks

Illustration of a flag of Palestine during a demonstration in solidarity with Palestine and to condemn the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla by the Israeli army at the Place de la Republique in Paris France on October 2, 2025. (Photo by Bastien Ohier / Hans Lucas via AFP) (Photo by BASTIEN OHIER/Hans Lucas/AFP via Getty Images)

Five more people charged after Palestine Action demonstration

The Jolly Judge at James Court, is popular with our readers when it comes to a cosy pint. Anthony Ferguson said: "I used to frequent the Jolly Judge, great wee bar in a great location." While, Ronnie Affleck added: "Such a cosy traditional Old Town bar."

18 of the cosiest pubs in Edinburgh for a pint as winter sets in

The Fratellis are set to headline the Night Afore Party at Edinburgh's Hogmanay.

Scots rockers The Fratellis set to headline Night Afore Hogmanay

The Samhuinn Fire Festival will take place at Calton Hill

Fire and drums beckon for Calton Hill as Samhuinn plans announced

The Sound Within Eisenberg and Stern

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We often hear the awful phrase ‘she asked for it’. Sadia hits back: ‘But that wouldn't be rape!’

Review: Sadia Azmat: Rapism

Traffic and Travel

Edinburgh City Bypass closed in both directions after collision

Christine Jardine says the new tram line plan is popular and good for the economy

MP urges UK Government to help fund new tram line

Development of proposals for the North Bridge / South Bridge corridor and associated streets, restricting through traffic except for buses and prioritising walking and wheeling. Cost band: £10-30m. Stage: 1 - Preparation and brief. Ranking: joint 1.

Edinburgh's 21 top priority transport projects due to be progressed

There is a diversion in place while the work in Waterloo Place is carried out (Nick Forbes/PA)

'It's pandemonium': Residents blast roadworks which bring city to halt

The reduced design for George Steet removes the trees and setts from the original plans

Analysis Long-running saga of George Street revamp reaches another decision day

Edinburgh’s LEZ has seen air quality improve

'Fall in harmful emissions proves city's LEZ is doing its job'

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A collection of childhood drawings, school photographs and heartfelt letters from King Charles has emerged

King Charles’ childhood drawings could fetch thousands

Four major brands banned over 'misleading' green delivery claims

David Beckham's favourite Ninja gadgets with up to £200 off

David Walliams' four-bed London townhouse which is on sale for £10.5million amid claims he preyed on teenage fans for sex.

David Walliams' £10.5m London mansion goes up for sale

Crime

Driver’s warning to residents after thugs on e-bikes target moped

Gordon Sanderson outside Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Man who changed name in bid to hide past facing jail again

Golf clubs were among those items stolen

Men due in court over stolen golf clubs and cigarettes worth thousands

Police car. (Pic credit: John Devlin)

Police condemn 'shameful' incidents after officers attacked

Missing woman, 31, believed to have travelled to Edinburgh

Thursday th November 2026 Hundreds of officers are deployed over Edinburgh on Bonfire night as part of Operation Amberlight.

Oxgangs Drive in the City has seen the most activity this year where bins have been set on fire, fireworks have been set of towards houses aswell as Police officer and Fire services

Many areas across he city have a Firework Control Zone in place and officers have a presence in the areas.

Police vow to bring Bonfire Night yobs to justice

Weather

Wooden park benches blown over by the winds from Storm Eowyn in Princes Street Gardens, Edinburgh (Jane Barlow/PA)

Parks to close due to strong winds as yellow weather warning issued

Tuesday’s yellow warning forecast

Exact time 50mph winds are forecast to hit Edinburgh

Obituaries

Phil Wheeler served first as transport convener and then as finance convener when the Lib Dems were in power at the City Chambers

Tributes to former Lib Dem councillor Phil Wheeler, 'Mr Corstorphine'

Meaningful funerals don’t have to cost a fortune (Photo: Pexels)

A loved one's funeral doesn't need to cost £1000s - 9 unique ideas

Kiltwalkers unite to honour pioneering charity worker

Business

Does your broadband contract come with a hidden catch?

Explainer Why broadband bills can rise even when you’re in contract

Vittoria Group staff celebrating their award win on Thursday evening, November 5.

Local family-run Vittoria Group celebrates winning national award

Michelle Ovens CBE says greater support is needed to help side hustles grow into sustainable businesses.

Ad Feature Side hustling UK adults face outdated systems

Politics

The latest plan for George Street removes trees and setts from the proposal

Greens call for trees to be restored to latest plan for George Street

A-boards outside Edinburgh's Broughton St Mary's church for the Scottish Parliament elections in May

Edinburgh set to extend A-board ban to include election day

Phil Doggart has been a councillor since 2017

Edinburgh Tory councillor resigns with immediate effect

Stephen Jenkinson wants to represent his home ward of Colinton/Fairmilehead

Senior Labour councillor moves wards for next year's elections

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It takes just 12 seconds to experience ‘WiFi rage’

Nearly have of prospective homebuyers are waiting for prices to go down

Budding homebuyers hold fire as four in 10 wait for prices to drop

The Strictly judge made a surprise appearance to kick-start festivities in Manchester

Craig Revel Horwood reveals the exact moment Christmas begins

The study was commissioned by Plusnet to celebrate the arrival of its own new mascot

Kevin the Carrot in top 20 mascots

Data revealed that the quality of toilet facilities affects how much people are willing to spend

UK hospitality industry risks losing £500m because of poor toilets

Over half of parents saying their child avoids creativity due to fear of getting it wrong

Parents say screen time and homework hold back children's creativity

Environment

Artist impression of wind turbines at Newland Hill, near Gifford

Wind turbine plans spark community outcry

Council to bring in more booking slots for its five recycling centres

People

Lynda is struggling to recover from her accident

NHS nurse left in 'absolute agony' after being run over by car
Mental health nurse Lynda was run over by a car on Calder Road on November 1 and is still recovering from her injuries
Skye Donald

Edinburgh Festivals

Bruna Longo in Whale Fall. Picture: Danilo Apoena

Review: Whale Fall
Death is no picnic, but according to Bruna Longo’s Fringe show, Whale Fall, some cultures take a different view from the grim finality of western European mortality.
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Alasdair Henderson from Leith, with the Glenfiddich Trophy 2026.

'The best day of my piping life': Man named best bagpiper in the world

Angela Lockhart sent in this lovely snap of brilliant black cat and Willy Wonka costumes.

11 spooky photos of costumes for Halloween 2026

Gary Stuart from Muirhouse, Edinburgh, who died in 1970, aged just 11, from a hole in his heart.

Man appeals to find lost school football cup in memory of his brother

Adam Wilkie is rectracing his late father David Wilkie's footsteps as part of as charity challenge to match his 200m breaststroke world-record time.

Son of swimming icon retraces his dad's footsteps during challenge

Education

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There has been a delay at some schools in installing the magnets needed to unlock the pouches

Mobile phone ban still not fully up and running in all schools

The nursery will close with immediate effect on Friday

Parents left with days notice to find childcare after nursery closure

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City of Edinburgh Council education convener Councillor James Dalgleish has given his response to this morning's bomb hoax sent to schools across the UK including Edinburgh.

Hoax bomb threat branded 'hugely frustrating' after schools evacuation

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City schools evacuated after 'hoax' bomb threat sent to schools

Health

Nurosym can help you get a better night's sleep

What are Nurosym users saying about the wearable device?

Lovehoney’s couples advent calendar is aimed at adults looking for a more playful countdown to Christmas.

Reviewers opened Lovehoney's £119 advent calendar

City of Edinburgh Council has confirmed that there will be 14 firework control zone in this city for Bonfire Night this year.

Capital asthma sufferer facing 'time of dread' ahead of Bonfire Night

Gregor Poynton MP outside St. John's Hospital in Livingston

MP seeks assurances on orthopaedic services at St John's Hospital

Opinion

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How Edinburgh’s Christmas became such a stunning success - Donald Anderson

It’s that time of the year again. We’ve all groaned at the Dome putting up its Christmas decorations early, though that’s easier to understand when you realise ...

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Paint a smile and forget predators and cholesterol - Fiona Duff

Armistice Day service in Edinburgh's Garden of Remembrance, at the Scott Monument in Princes Street Gardens East

Remembering to support veterans’ needs - Ian Murray

A happy birthday to Bernard Hunter after 80 years of success - Donald Anderson

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Team effort helps keep Bonfire Night peace - Jane Meagher

The SFRS is under huge strain

Fire service in need of government rescue - Alex Cole-Hamilton

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Steve Cardownie: Transport initiatives or people’s livelihoods – what takes prio...

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