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Young Scottish family 'lose everything' in horror flat explosion weeks before Christmas

Residents were evacuated after the explosion and subsequent blaze that is believed to have been caused by a tealight candle. The family are now living at their relatives before moving into temporary accommodation

Edinburgh Live

'A little overpriced' Edinburgh locals give their verdict on the Christmas Market

The Christmas market, like many major events in the city, has faced scrutiny in recent times but what do the attendees of the spectacle really think?

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh locals say it's 'painful' to watch iconic shopping street 'collapse slowly'

Edinburgh's main thoroughfare Princes Street, once known for its amazing shops in the capital, is now a shadow of its former self with multiple empty retail units.

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Meet the former Edinburgh shop owner who hopes his Christmas song will hit number 1

Martin Wykes has taken it upon himself to release a song that he says reflects the mood this year at Christmas as the cost of living crisis squeezes families across the country.

Edinburgh Live

Kind Edinburgh barber offers free haircuts to 'anyone who needs them' this Christmas

Bad Boy Barbers shared they would be doing their part to help the local community over the festive season, with the salon to provide the service on December 19.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh property: Flat in one of city's most scenic and iconic streets hits market

Nestled in next to the castle, the 18th century Ramsay Gardens development is known for its prominent position on Castle Rock, overlooking Princes Street, and now an apartment there has become available.

Edinburgh Live

Martin Lewis issues warning to anyone putting the heating on as temperatures plummet

The money saving expert has explained on when you should turn the heating on, and how long for, in order to keep your bills as low as possible as a yellow weather warning has been issued for Edinburgh.

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Edinburgh train strikes: ScotRail warns passengers of 'significant disruption' for five days

ScotRail have warned travellers to only travel if necessary from December 12 as five days of strike action brings the majority of trains across Scotland to a halt.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh warm spaces open in response to cost of living crisis as temperatures drop

The hubs will run activities for residents over the winter and offer advice on how to keep homes warmer and save money.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh drivers warned following collision on City Bypass during rush hour

A collision on the Edinburgh City Bypass has led to a major road being blocked. Congestion has built up as commuters head home from work on Friday. This comes following a yellow weather warning being issued.

Edinburgh Live

Pictures of the week: Santa on a camel, a No 10 fox and cybermen on the streets of Edinburgh

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Edinburgh property: 1800's schoolhouse turned four-bed family home hits the market

A stunning new property that boasts unspoiled views of the Forth Bridge has hit the market. For offers over £550,000, the old schoolhouse - turned home - is made up of four bedrooms and three reception rooms.

Edinburgh Live

Last minute festive trips for solo travellers from Budapest to Amsterdam

Berlin in Germany, Amsterdam in the Netherlands, Edinburgh in Scotland, Helsinki in Finland and Budapest in Hungary are all great cities to visit solo in the run up to Christmas

Daily Mirror

Will my train be running during the rail strikes?

Exclusive: Several operators, including Great Western Railway and West Midlands Trains, are running more trains than on previous strike days

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Edinburgh Live

East Lothian creep who preyed on school boys banned from attending any public toilet

Robert Cockburn approached the two youngsters while they used public toilets in East Lothian earlier this year. He appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh's most popular supermarket for Christmas food shop, according to study

It is just about time to get the shopping in for the big festive feast, and there is one supermarket in particular that the people of Edinburgh flock to when it is time to buy those all important ingredients.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh care home plan for 'leafy' suburb refused after fears trees would be chopped

Planners said the plot has already been "compromised with tree losses" with concern construction could damage the roots of protected species.

Edinburgh Live

Person dies after being hit by train at Edinburgh's Wester Hailes station

ScotRail have issued a warning as emergency services are dealing with an incident on the tracks, impacting services running out of Haymarket to Glasgow Central.

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Banking reforms expert Q&A: will relaxing the rules help the UK economy and what are the risks?

Jeremy Hunt, the UK chancellor of the exchequer, has unveiled a package of measures aiming to protect the City of London’s position as one of the world’s leading financial capitals. With the UK having lost nearly a tenth of the financial assets it manages since Brexit, plus at least 7,000…

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Rishi Sunak defends relaxation of banking rules as critics warn of risk and instability

Chancellor Jeremy Hunt said the so-called “Edinburgh reforms” of 30 changes will “turbocharge” growth

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh to see iconic Scots Guardsman steam train arrive in the city centre

The classic and historic steam locomotive is reported to be making its way up the East Coast mainline and into Edinburgh this weekend in a tour on Saturday afternoon.

Edinburgh Live

First look inside transformed Edinburgh pub with stunning views of the Forth

Spending thousands renovating and upgrading the property, a first look inside the new venue has given a glimpse at its cosy and funky interior that boasts an incredible view over the Forth Bridges.

The Independent UK

Joan Eardley painting of Glasgow street kids goes for record amount

The colourful painting called The Yellow Jumper sold for £200,200 including premium at auction in Edinburgh.

Irish Mirror

Danish woman searching for mystery Irish man she met while he was on stag do in Edinburgh - but didn't get his phone number

Nina Jensen says her Christmas wish is to rekindle the fleeting romance with the Irishman - and hopes they can meet again

Daily Record

Concerns grow for missing man with links to West Lothian

Jordan Lacey was last seen in Edinburgh at 3pm yesterday

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