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Patina Bakery’s croissant’s have been named the best in Scotland

I tried Scotland's best croissant at popular Edinburgh bakery

Rank-and-file police officers have called for more powers to require removal of balaclavas

'New powers for police over balaclavas would require clear evidence'

Computer scientist enters race to represent Greece at Eurovision

An artist's impression of the proposed Social Hub mixed development in Fountainbridge, seen from Leamington Square.

Planning round-up: Large mixed-use hub and 10-storey hotel

Hibs fans celebrate during a Premier Sports Cup Semi-Final match between Heart of Midlothian and Hibernian

Angry Hibs fans accuse SPFL of fleecing fans over cup final prices

The revised revamp plans would do away with new setts and trees but still include planters and benches in the partial pedestrianisation.

Revised plans for George Street scrap setts and trees to save money

Trains disrupted after police called to 'incident' near railway

The Ford smashed into the railings to the side of the Davidson Mains play cafe

Car crashes into railings yards from Edinburgh children's play cafe

Popeyes announces opening date for third Capital offering

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

Review: The Sound Within Eisenberg & Stern

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

A FlixBus coach pictured on Queen Street, Edinburgh.

16 new bus services from Edinburgh to Aberdeen and Dundee

The crash happened near The Sun Inn in Dalkeith

A7 reopen after crash near The Sun Inn completely shuts road

The new automated barriers deployed to the south of the Queensferry Crossing. (pic: BEAR Scotland)

Queensferry Crossing traffic to be diverted for barrier system drill

The M8 eastbound carriageway has been closed to traffic following a vehicle fire near Harthill Services

M8 carriageway reopens to traffic after vehicle fire

The Gogar underpass on A8 Glasgow Road has been closed to traffic due to flooding.

Busy route closed to traffic due to flooding after heavy rain

Bathgate residents have been told to avoid the area

Bathgate road closed and residents told to 'avoid area' after crash

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BBC Look East presenter Susie Fowler-Watt

BBC presenter quits after 35 years for new career

Why can't we just agree on a direction for plugs to point in, and then stick to it?

The Gadget Agenda: Awkward plugs are driving me up the wall Gareth Butterfield

Millions of UK households face another broadband bill increase in April 2027, even if they are locked into an existing contract, prompting fresh calls for a ban on mid-contract price rises.

Broadband customers face fresh £48 bill warning

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

Crime

Midlothian violent crime up with five attempted murders in last year

Illegal e-bike seized by police

Police officers want more powers on e-bikes and e-scooters

Men arrested following Hibs-Hearts clash at Hampden

Handout photo courtesy of Alexa Manganiello of a group of about 15 women who attended the Go&Glow run club last Wednesday, when a man, who was also running in the park, swore at women in the group three times.

Women’s club felt ‘intimidated and unsafe’ after abuse on second run

Police Scotland has been seizing a growing number of e-bikes and e-scooters

MSPs' inquiry into antisocial behaviour around e-bikes and e-scooters

Police believe this man may be able to help them with their enquiries

Police release CCTV images linked to serious assault in Edinburgh

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

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

Edinburgh Southern Labour MSP Daniel Johnson

Call for Scotland to follow UK Budget's business rates changes

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

Cash is king? This £30 gadget gives customers a much easier option

Politics

The site of the proposed development at 111-115 Constitution Street in Leith

Controversial Leith serviced apartments recommended for approval

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has ruled out an early election

Analysis Labour MPs see no reason for Andy Burnham to call early election

Andy Burnham

Andy Burnham backs campaign to highlight vital role of journalism

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

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

UK Trending

Miniature billboards, shop signs and railway adverts were installed throughout Bekonscot Model Village and Railway

Bekonscot Model Village goes big on itsu Jumbo Spring Rolls

It's estimated shoppers will splash out £170 more than they did last year

Consumers will spend an average of £304 this Black Friday

Gordonstoun teacher Dan McLean at an excavation site where the remains of what is thought to be a medieval Viking church about 1,000 years old was discovered

30 Scottish surnames with Viking roots

Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

NHS patients choose to travel further for surgeries under scheme

More than half of adults have avoided buying clothes over concerns about caring for them

Eight in 10 Brits suffer from 'laundry anxiety', according to research

Three quarters of Brits believe a week of guaranteed sunshine would boost their mood.

Six in 10 Brits face 'sun withdrawal'

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

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

11 spooky photos of costumes for Halloween 2026
Readers sent in brilliant photos of their little ones’ costumes
Rhoda Morrison

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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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

Steph Kent and Jamie Gentleman with their daughter Flora when she was three

Mum calls for better end-of-life care for kids after daughter's death

Blythe Ewert was hit by a vehicle on Hanover Street

'Thanks to strangers': Woman's heartfelt message after car collision

Education

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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Ad Feature City uni celebrates 30 years of ground-breaking health research

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

School classroom

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

Most importantly for some, Edinburgh has a fantastic nightlife and restaurant scene. There are plenty of reasonably priced places to eat and drink, as well as a selection of vegetarian and vegan eateries. For the party people, Edinburgh has one of the highest densities of pubs and bars per square mile in the UK.

There is a range of clubs playing different music for those with a varied taste: dance music, 70s soul, punk, rap – you name it.

City the UK’s third most expensive university area for a night out

Health

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

What is Nurosym? The wellness device featured in Netflix’s Don’t Die: The Man Who Wants to Live Forever

What is Nurosym and how does the wearable wellness device work?

Nurosym's earpiece has helped people relieve various symptoms

This unusual earpiece claims to help with anxiety, fatigue and pain

Scott Arthur has secured a debate in the Commons on the future of cancer research in the UK

'Cancer research boost would benefit economy as well as health'

Opinion

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Island Bars rise to the top of my bucket list as pubs change ways - Steve...

It was nice to see that two bars in Leith were named among the top 100 pubs in the new rankings published in the Good Food Guide, recognising the excellent qual...

Steve Cardownie

Steve Cardownie

Operations Superintendent Neil Wilson

Working together to keep city safe in fireworks season - Neil Wilson

The Heart of Midlothian Football Club Haymarket Memorial

Steve Cardownie: We will remember them again on Sunday – down at Haymarket

A matter of principle must now be upheld - Alex Cole-Hamilton

Alex Cole-Hamilton

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Growing campaign to protect Summerhall gathers momentum - Lorna Slater

There are 14 Firework Control Zones in place across Edinburgh this month, but they are ‘are not enough if other neighbourhoods remain exposed to dangerous misuse’ according to our columnist Lorna Slater. Picture: John Devlin

Remember, remember, safety is of the essence this November - Lorna Slater

The only album ever released by Quickbeam

Getting back to releasing music as well as selling it - Kevin Buckle

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The launch enables businesses to manage incoming payments, outgoing payments and savings through a single platform

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