The Latest Breaking News from Edinburgh

Edinburgh Street Food throwing three-day St Patrick's Day party this weekend

The capital's new permanent street food market, Edinburgh Street Food, is throwing a three day party from Friday March 17 to Sunday March 19, to celebrate all things Irish in the heart of Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 16, 2023

New Edinburgh Fringe 'community hub' plans sparks backlash

ENTERTAINERS and theatre makers have hit out at suggestions the lion’s share of an £8.6 million funding boost to the Edinburgh festivals could be…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 16, 2023

Abandoned Edinburgh office set for demolition for student flats despite objection

Vacant office buildings on Westfield Road are set to be demolished to make way for 289 student rooms, despite objections from the Gorgie branch of the Living Rent union.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 16, 2023

Edinburgh police ramp up patrols to clamp down on communal stairwell drug users

Officers say that the issue is becoming a real concern for residents and that they will be increasing patrols in the Oxgangs community to try to deal with anti-social behaviour and vandalism.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 16, 2023

Edinburgh garden group 'relieved' after couple's house plan for bowling green gets refused

The bowling club closed amid dwindling membership in 2019 after over 100 years and locals have fought back against plans for the site as they call for it to become a publicly accessible community garden.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 16, 2023

Traitors icon Amanda Lovett heading to Edinburgh nightclub for themed DJ set

Breakout star of the hit BBC show The Traitors, Amanda Lovett, is heading to an Edinburgh nightclub for an evening of games, cabaret and a DJ set inspired by the show.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 16, 2023

Scotland rugby star banned from contacting ex-girlfriend for 10 years after tracking her

The disgraced Scotland rugby star Rufus McLean used tracking systems on his partner’s phone during his period of abusive control. He also left her with a burst lip and black eye.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 16, 2023

Unique Edinburgh home in one of city’s ‘most sought after’ areas joins the market

A stunning home in Juniper Green, one of the city’s most sought after areas, has joined the market - boasting ‘bright and spacious’ accommodation and a private garden.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 16, 2023

Raymond Rushton: Search for Edinburgh man who 'vanished' two weeks ago

Edinburgh officers are appealing for the public's help to trace Raymond Rushton. The 45-year-old was last seen over two weeks ago in the Granton area of the city.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 16, 2023

Edinburgh's 'Little Ireland' that was known for huge Irish community and 'slum' conditions

The Cowgate in Edinburgh didn't always offer the abundance of bars and nightlife it does now. When Scotland saw an influx of Irish immigrants settle, the historic street saw families cram into the slums.

Edinburgh Live · Mar 16, 2023