Lothians

Take a look through our gallery to see every Edinburgh and Lothians bank that will close in 2025 - and all the closures in 2024.

Every local bank that will close for good in 2025

Taking the top spot for December was this hugely exciting renovation opportunity in trendy Leith: a seven-bedroom townhouse at 41 Portland Street, currently used as commercial premises but with the scope to become a fantastic family home or even a number of smaller flats. Packed with potential and period features alike, we can see exactly why this property captured the imagination of so many property seekers – and why one has already snapped it up, having previously been available for offers over £550,000.

Property: ESPC's top 10 properties in December

The 20 best pubs in the Lothians - in pictures

Nestled in the sought-after Duddingston area of Edinburgh, within easy reach of Portobello and the city centre, this detached home was the most viewed property on espc.com in March and indeed for the entire year. Designed with family living in mind, the property boasts four spacious double bedrooms, three bathrooms, a striking open-plan lounge and kitchen, and a charming orangery. Conveniently located near local amenities, it’s a perfect blend of style and practicality. The property was sold by Coulters after being available for a fixed price of £385,000.

The top 10 properties on the ESPC website in 2024

Men charged after string of keyless car thefts

The Barratt Homes team with Forth 1 in support of Cash for Kids.

Lothians and Fife charities benefit from share of £378,000 national boost from l...

The Edinburgh and Lothians postcodes with the highest number of XL Bully dogs have been named.

The 12 local areas with most XL Bully dogs

David Cooper, an Edinburgh angler who has made the prize list in previous Amble Open events

More than 500 expected for Amble Open

The Taylor Roofs team at their new HQ.

New HQ is Taylor-made for Jamie

Victim Support Scotland chief executive Kate Wallace.

Festive support for crime victims

Mining communities still need help 40 years after miners' strike

There are plenty of opportunities to meet Santa around Edinburgh this year.

10 places your little ones can meet Santa in and around Edinburgh

Julie Begbie and Gail Logan at The House of Lords

Lothians small businesses celebrated at House of Lords

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

The 15 best primaries in Edinburgh and Lothians named

Arthur's Seat offers great walks, as well as solace, wildlife, volcanic geology and unparalleled vistas of the city from its many vantage points. On a clear winter's day, walkers get a spectacular view of Edinburgh from the top of Arthur’s Seat. The ancient volcano is located in Holyrood Park, just a stone’s throw from the Royal Mile. It's easy to follow along the well-marked paths, although it is steep in some places, so it can be challenging for some.

11 great winter walks for over the festive period

All the local winners at Good Food Awards 2024
Here are all the winners in and around Edinburgh at the Good Food Awards 2024
Gary Flockhart

We’ve trawled through the picture archives to bring you 12 memories of Bonfire Night in Edinburgh down the decades.

12 old photos show Bonfire Night fun and fireworks

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

15 of the richest celebs from Edinburgh and the Lothians

Man charged in connection with 13 house break-ins and five car thefts

Medal winners at Strathclyde Loch (l-r) Barry Young (Scotland) bronze, Matthew Powell (gold), James Dornom (silver)

Dornom hooks gold in Celtic Cup

Watch incredible timelapse video as Northern Lights light up skies

Take a look through our photo gallery to see 12 stunning photos of the Northern Lights seen from Edinburgh and the Lothians.

12 photos as Northern Lights put on dazzling display

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
Record winner of Prestonfield club championship passes away aged 84
Martin Dempster

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

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

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