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Woman sleeps in brother's hallway after receiving threatening 'move or die' note

Leoni McKinlay, who lives alone in a second floor flat in Leith, Edinburgh, says she feels unsafe in her home after receiving threats and claims residents shine torches through her windows

Daily Mirror

Heartbroken family of Edinburgh dad pay tribute after tragic Strep A death

John Slater sadly lost his life after falling ill with invasive Strep A shortly after returning from a family holiday abroad. His family hope that Hibs supporters can pay tribute to him this weekend.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh pothole spotted on cycle lane before it even officially opens

An Edinburgh resident was left baffled after spotting a pothole on a new section of Leith Walk. The main thoroughfare has undergone a huge amount of work in preparation for the trams extension.

Edinburgh Live

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Elias Melkersen completes Hibs loan but Sparta Rotterdam will have to pay £1m to land Norwegian

Norwegian has only bagged three goals in a year in Leith and has yet to net in the league but Hibs have put a huge price tag on his head.

Daily Record

Joe Newell insists Hibs can turn campaign around with January clean sweep but admits 'it’s not party season yet'

Sunday's 3-2 win at Motherwell has brought a glimmer of light to the gloom around Easter Road but midfielder Newell reckons there's a massive opportunity to bring sunshine back to Leith before the end of the month.

Daily Record

Blind Edinburgh woman creates performing arts group to help 'break down barriers'

Kirin Saeed, 52, a trained professional actor who lives in Leith, was partially sighted until the age of eleven when she then lost most of her remaining vision.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh police seize plush Mercedes after driver found missing crucial thing

Police have seized a plush Mercedes in Leith after it was stopped on zig-zag road markings in Leith. If vehicles are not claimed after 14 days, they are then are disposed of to recover costs.

Edinburgh Live

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Fire at Edinburgh garage as hero emergency crews race to battle the blaze

The Scottish fire and rescue service have rushed to a building in Leith as smoke billows out. Multiple appliances are in attendance as well as a height appliance.

Edinburgh Live

Historic Edinburgh church could close to worshippers as parishioner numbers dwindle

The Presbytery of Edinburgh and West Lothian are proposing to close a historical church in Leith next year as numbers of members fall and financial resources dwindle

Edinburgh Live

The Edinburgh pubs, restaurants, shops and breweries we said goodbye to in 2022

It was a tough 12 months for the hospitality industry with covid and the cost of living crisis biting hard for the pubs, restaurants, shops and breweries.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh pair open 'dream' authentic Greek eatery replacing popular former café

Kafeneion to Steki have opened their brand new Greek eatery, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, on Coburg Street in Leith and the team recently enjoyed their grand opening before Christmas.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh police lock down street after 'stabbing' as man rushed to hospital

Officers and emergency services rushed to Giles Street, Leith, around 9pm on Monday night as police confirmed a 35-year-old man was assaulted and taken to the Royal Infirmary for treatment

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh tram line's lack of Gaelic signs 'a major missed opportunity'

The council said tram chiefs would be likely to request any changes to stops to be made across the entire line, rather than just the new one through Leith opening next year.

Edinburgh Live

Concerned Edinburgh resident shares footage of 'dangerous trench' outside pub

A video shows unfinished pavement work at the foot of Leith Walk which could lead to pedestrians tripping and injuring themselves according to Edinburgh activists.

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New Edinburgh Trams graffiti branded 'rank' for comparison to Tiananmen Square

The image which sprung up on Leith Walk is a nod to the ongoing dispute between Edinburgh trams and people who are fed up with the tram works in the capital.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh's abandoned whale hunting station that lies deserted and access prohibited

Nowadays whaling is looked at with contempt, though at the time was considered a valuable source of food oils and industry materials.

Edinburgh Live

One bed flat hits the market with stunning views of the shore in Leith

A one-bed property has hit the market and with it being a top level flat the new owners can enjoy stunning views of The Shore in Leith. The former factory has been refurbished to the highest standard.

Edinburgh Live

Callum Beattie surprises Edinburgh cancer patient on Facetime during appointment

The Leith singer replied to a tweet from a nurse at the Western General's cancer unit after she noticed a tattoo dedicated to Callum on her arm. Just hours later, she posed for a picture during a Facetime call at the hospital

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Busy Edinburgh Subway branch on Leith Walk up for sale after massive refit

An exciting opportunity for any foodie has presented itself as a popular sandwich shop at the foot of the walk in Leith has gone up for sale offering support and training from the franchise.

Daily Record

Scotland's restaurant of the year named at global culinary awards

It is the second year in a row that The Kitchin, in Leith, Edinburgh, has been crowned as the best in the nation.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh eatery The Kitchin named Scotland’s Restaurant Of The Year at global awards

The fine dining restaurant in Leith, which is run by Tom Kitchin, took home the award at the World Culinary Awards in Dubai, with the winners chosen by the public.

Edinburgh Live

Warning historic Leith building could become 'a Wetherspoons' after museum plans scrapped

The project is facing a funding shortfall of £5.82 million and a suggestion that the building could be sold in future was met with concern.

Edinburgh Live

People avoiding Edinburgh's Leith Links as safety fears raised about lighting

Campaigners said as well as broken lampposts contributing to the problem, "significant stretches" of the Links are "completely unlit".

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh police seize three vehicles during winter spot check on busy road

Officers were out again patrolling the streets of Leith as three motorists were issued fixed penalty tickets for six points and fined £300 after being found without insurance

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh drivers caught out at new junction as police crackdown on motorists

Police in Edinburgh had responded to concerns over traffic in Leith this week, with a number of drivers caught out at a new 'no left turn' sign near the city centre.

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