The Latest Breaking News from Edinburgh

Young Edinburgh Ukrainian forced to sell all his musical instruments to flee war

The Ukrainian youngster fled to the capital after hiding out in a zoo while bombs hit Kyiv, is now safe in the city and a local music teacher is helping him start again

Edinburgh Live · Aug 24, 2022

Edinburgh M8 lorry driver dies after truck crashes and overturns on busy motorway

The incident happened on Tuesday, August 23, when a heavy goods vehicle overturned just west of the Hermiston Gait roundabout onto the M8. The man was rescued from the vehicle but pronounced dead at the scene.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 24, 2022

Lorry driver dies after HGV overturns in rush hour tragedy on M8 in Edinburgh

The driver of the black DAF was pulled from the giant vehicle after it crashed at Hermiston Gait Roundabout yesterday, but was pronounced dead at the scene.

Daily Record · Aug 24, 2022

John Swinney slams Labour and Tory Cosla leaders over pay dispute

DEPUTY First Minister John Swinney has criticised Labour and Tory Cosla members over the ongoing bin strikes.

The National (Scotland) · Aug 24, 2022

Unique Edinburgh antique store with stunning castle views looks for new owner

The site at 23 Grassmarket has now been put up for rent, with the property having not only an ideal location for shoppers and tourists, but also a view of Edinburgh Castle that's pretty impressive.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 24, 2022

Call to close Russian 'propaganda office’ in Edinburgh

CALLS are being made for Russia’s diplomat in Edinburgh to be expelled from the UK immediately for spreading “propaganda and false narratives”…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 24, 2022

Edinburgh rubbish ‘deeply concerning’ says Swinney as council strikes escalate

The Deputy First Minister spoke out as the strike by city waste workers spread to 13 other local authority areas.

The Independent UK · Aug 24, 2022

Rustic East Lothian farmhouse hits the market with breathtaking garden

Tucked away just a few miles down the coast from Edinburgh in North Berwick, the two-bedroom property has been given a serious renovation to turn it into a plush yet rustic pad.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 24, 2022

Edinburgh family given apology at Toby Carvery after row kicks off over potatoes

A family of four were left disappointed and disgruntled when their Sunday dinner was ruined by cold potatoes and overcooked meat during a trip to Toby Carvery

Edinburgh Live · Aug 24, 2022

Edinburgh Extinction Rebellion protestors plan city centre action during Fringe

The protest will feature activists lying on the ground outside St Giles Cathedral, covered in white sheets, next to placards highlighting the causes of climate-related deaths

Edinburgh Live · Aug 24, 2022