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Three Edinburgh chippies are shortlisted for the 'Best Fish Supper' in the east prize at the 2024 Scottish Fish and Chip Awards. Photo: The Chippy by Spencer

Three incredible Edinburgh chippies up for 'best fish supper' award

Stunning views from the platform on top of the iconic Forth Bridge

Scroll through our photo gallery to see the 10 Edinburgh and Lothian chippies competing to be named 'Best Chip Shop' in the East of Scotland. Photo: #Fish

The 10 local chippies in running for national award

Find out the 11 new Edinburgh and Lothians entries in CAMRA's Good Beer Guide by scrolling through our picture gallery. Photo: Pixabay

Good Beer Guide: The 11 new pub entries for 2025

Record Prestonfield club champion Bill Middleton flanked by his sons Stuart, left, and Paul.

Tributes paid to legendary Lothians golfer Bill Middleton

Specsavers Haddington store staff and Jane Gordon from East Lothian Young Carers

Opticians opens its doors in highly anticipated Haddington location

- Steve Cardownie

Scroll through our gallery to see if your local bank branch is set to close.

The 12 local bank branches set for closure

Tesco Community Champion Debbie Brown and Denise Thomas from Kids Loves Clothes.

Edinburgh Tesco store supporting children’s charity

Browse our gallery to see what Evening News readers reckon to be the 12 best takeaways in Edinburgh. Photos: Pixabay

The 12 best local takeaways - as suggested by you

David Cooper with a fine fish from the shoreline

England international Cutler edges Lothians duo at Clyde Open

Care Support Scotland service user

Care Support Scotland calls on government for more funding in social care sector

Food Awards Scotland: All the local restaurants shortlisted

Scroll through our gallery to see which 15 primary schools from Edinburgh and the Lothians rank highest. Photo: Pixabay

The 15 best primaries in Edinburgh and Lothians

​Marc Pincombe, SFRS’s new Area Commander for Midlothian, East Lothian, and Scottish Borders.

New area commander appointed for Lothians and Borders areas

Here we take a look at 12 of the oldest pubs in Edinburgh and the Lothians, and discover one or two things you might not have known.

12 of Edinburgh and the Lothians oldest pubs

Edinburgh and the Lothians are home to some of Scotland’s oldest boozers – each of them steeped in history.

Gary Flockhart

James Dornom fishing for Scotland abroad

Lothians duo looking for national fishing silverware

A yellow weather warning for rain in Edinburgh on Tuesday has been issued by the Met Office. Stock photo by Lisa Ferguson.

Thunderstorms and rain forecast with yellow weather warning in place

Top of the list this month is this rare find: a one-bedroom cottage in Newington that would make a perfect first property purchase or a city pad for a downsizer. This freshly renovated property at Waverley Lodge, 19B Queen's Crescent, is packed with history and heritage, so it’s unsurprising to see it take the number-one spot. This home is currently available at offers over £185,000.

The top 10 ESPC properties in July

Take a look through our photo gallery to see 15 of the richest people in Edinburgh and the Lothians, in no particular order.

Rich list: 15 of the wealthiest people in the Lothians

Emerging technologies will be key in fields such as robotics and artificial intelligence

Labour decision jeopardising UK bid to be a science superpower - Angus Robertson

Andy Burnham

Call for powers to be devolved to Scotland's regions

Blair Henderson is expected to play a big role for Spartans again this year. Picture: William McGillivray

Countdown to big kick off for Edinburgh and Lothians clubs

Brian Currie in his shop

Long-established Lothians fishing shop set to close

Some parents have warned that they are prepared to take their children out of school unless there is urgent action to protect them from the surge in classroom violence

Can’t blame parents and pupils for strike threat amid rise in violence - Steve C...

Mike Connet (left) and Jock Kettles check the scales with Kenny Knox, fishery manager at Glencorse

Lothians pair qualify for top British fly fishing final

The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning as blustery conditions are expected to batter Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Heavy showers and ‘possible’ lightning strikes amid weather warning

Edinburgh and the Lothians are forecast to have heavy showers and possible thunderstorms tomorrow with the Met Office issuing a yellow weather warning. 

Neil Johnstone

Ad Feature Nominations now open for The Forth Awards

Organisations have until July 17 to apply.

A Dalkeith-based company has launched a new £21,000 community fund

Meet the new MPs for Edinburgh and the Lothians

Scotland played a key part in Labour’s election victory

Now attention turns to next Holyrood election

All the latest updates on the General Election 2024 in Edinburgh

General Election: All the highlights from Edinburgh, the Lothians and beyond

SNP loses all its seats in Edinburgh as Labour sweeps in

General election 2024: Close fights in Edinburgh's battleground seats

We must take some advice from the Monty Python team and always look on the bright side of life, says Steve Cardownie

Take some advice from Monty Python and always look on the bright side of life - ...

A major banking group has announced the closure of 60 banks across the UK - including five in Edinburgh and the Lothians.

Five locals banks to shut as banking giant announces 60 UK closures

Stretching more than 12 miles, the Water of Leith Walkway passes sites like the Union Canal and Dean Village. And what better way to end a stroll than a pint in popular Dock Place venue Teuchters Landing?

Eight Edinburgh and Lothians walking routes with great pubs at the end

King's Birthday Honours List 2024: Full list of Edinburgh recipients

Taking the top spot for May is this stunning, seafront townhouse in the popular coastal area of Joppa, just a stone’s throw from Portobello beach. Boasting four bedrooms, three bathrooms and immaculate, contemporary décor throughout, this energy-efficient home at 50A Seaview Crescent is perfectly designed with modern family life in mind. It will come as no surprise that this gem of a property has already gone under offer, having previously been available for offers over £725,000.

Property: The top 10 most popular homes in May

Four members of an organised crime gang responsible for flooding Edinburgh and the Lothians with cocaine have been jailed.

4 members of gang who flooded Edinburgh’s streets with cocaine jailed

Kaylie Tester is able to provide this new service during home visits in Edinburgh.

Optician marks qualification success to provide further sight care for those una...

Take a look through our photo gallery for a sneak peek inside the three homes ahead tonight episode of Scotland’s Home of the Year 2024.

Inside the Lothians homes vying to be Scotland's Home of the Year

Take a look through our picture gallery to see the 15 best primary schools in Edinburgh and the Lothians, according to the Sunday Times

Top 15 primary schools in Edinburgh and Lothians

Taking the top spot for April was this modern, detached four-bedroom house in Cowdenbeath at 55 Hilton Road. Set on a popular, family-friendly development, the property enjoys a coveted corner plot and a large, landscaped garden, while inside, everything is immaculate and offered in true turn-key condition. With absolutely nothing needed in terms of work or updates, no wonder this home has appealed to so many searching for their next property! Currently under offer, this property had been available for offers over £280,000.

ESPC reveals the 10 most-popular properties for sale in April

Take a look through our photo gallery to see 10 amazing places in Edinburgh and the Lothians to buy delicious ice cream. Photo: Pixabay

10 incredible spots for ice cream in Edinburgh and Lothians

Sarah Stone, director of Samtaler

Edinburgh communities urged to take advantage of 'social value' revolution

Ryan Love (left) congratulating Josh Dow on his appointment.

JDS Gardening's Josh Dow appointed vice-chair of BALI Scottish Committee

Bombay Lounge staff Mr Aminul, Mr Rahat and Mr Ali (left to right) with manager Michael Singh (second from right), collect their Scottish Curry Award.

Local winners at Scottish Curry Awards 2024

Four pubs across Edinburgh and the Lothians have been recognised among the very best in the UK - including Livingston Inn, pictured.

4 local pubs named among best in UK

Edinburgh's Boroughmuir High School is the top-performing secondary school in Edinburgh, according to the Sunday Times league table. The 1,541-pupil school is ranked the fifth best in Scotland by the paper, based on 70 per cent achieving five Highers in 2022 and 76 per cent in 2023.

How Edinburgh and Lothians high schools rank in Sunday Times annual league table

East Lothian's players show off the trophy after winning the 2023/24 Lothians & Fife Golf Associations Winter League.

Winter League wins for East Lothian and Royal Burgess

Follow here for all updates as Storm Kathleen batters Edinburgh and the surrounding area

Live Edinburgh weather LIVE: Updates as Storm Kathleen sparks chaos

Weather warnings are in place for Edinburgh over the weekend with wind and rain on the way

Weather warnings issued as Edinburgh set for rainy and windy weekend

​Barratt staff are pictured with their new Cash for Kids charity partners at Forth One.

Foodbank among first to benefit from developers' donations

Heavy rain has been forecast in Edinburgh and the Lothians

Flood alert for Edinburgh and Lothians in place as heavy rain forecast