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The Latest Breaking News from Midlothian

Nine out of ten Midlothian 30mph streets set to be reduced to 20mph

Some small rural communities which are surrounded by 60mph roads will need substantial traffic calming measures brought in to enforce the new speed limits if they go ahead

Edinburgh Live

Luxury hotel and spa near Edinburgh to be sold after owner announces retirement

Robert and Gina Parker, who own the Robert Parker Hotel Collection, have decided to retire, meaning the historic Dalhousie Castle & Aqueous Spa near Bonnyrigg, Midlothian, has been put up for sale

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian ramblers get fright as three-legged robot screams at them during walk

Two men were startled after three-legged robots started "shouting" at them in Dalkeith. The robots had a strong Northern Irish accent and the lads were warned the "owner and police" had been informed.

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21,000 Midlothian adults cannot afford to heat their homes or eat

It was estimated 8,000 adults went hungry in one month alone because they did not have enough money to feed themselves with nearly three times as many unable to afford a balanced meal

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian rapist Sean Hogg changes name and identity after walking free from court

Sean Hogg was able to dodge a prison sentence for the attack on a 13-year-old because he’s aged 21. It emerged last week that the Crown Office is to appeal Hogg’s sentence.

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian youths 'pour sunscreen on cars' at Tesco as police called to 'lawless' zone

The Tesco car park on Bonnyrigg Road has yet again been a target for feral youths as cars were reportedly covered in sunscreen on Wednesday before the police were called

Edinburgh Live

Evil Midlothian gang filmed themselves attacking man following drinking session

Aaron McLauchlan, 23, used a tattoo gun to permanently mark the autistic man’s knuckles with large black dots following a drinking session at a home in Gorebridge, Midlothian.

Edinburgh Live

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Midlothian police officer who had relationship with teenage girl jailed for 14 months

PC Gavin Donaldson, 45, was helping to investigate the allegations of sexual assault and domestic abuse made by 17-year-old victim Anisha Yaseen when he took advantage of his position

Edinburgh Live

Chilling footage shows thug making 'gun signal' outside Scots home before 'smashing' resident's car

The incident, in Bilston, Midlothian, has left the homeowner shaken and fearful in his own house.

Daily Record

Angry Midlothian dad made Facebook threat after daughter 'abused by gang of schoolkids'

Neil Stocks, 44, posted a message on Facebook saying he would “burst” the retired Welsh international if “your daughter or her pals go near my daughter again”.

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian rape victim gets apology but feels like 'prisoner in own home'

A judge sparked national outrage after handing Hogg a community service sentence instead of caging the brute for his horrific attack on the then 13-year-old in a Midlothian park.

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian local woken by 'loud bang' from fierce blaze outside her home

The Scottish Fire Service and police raced to the scene shortly after 4am after receiving reports of a fire in Watt Grove, Dalkeith and found a van on fire.

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian teen victim of jail dodge rapist Sean Hogg speaks out after brute appeals conviction

The teen, now 18-years-old, was only aged 13 when she was raped by Hogg and has been left dismayed after his lawyers launched a bid to have his conviction thrown out.

Edinburgh Live

Drone image shows Midlothian cottage engulfed by new housing development

Planners claimed an extension to the cottage would look into private gardens of new housing, however councillors were shown pictures showing how the homes had surrounded the small stone property

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Midlothian Airbnb owner loses appeal amid concern over 'rowdy' guests

Councillors expressed concern about the impact of holidaymakers staying in the flat in a residential area adding they would not want to live next to it

Daily Record

Inside the Scots village where locals 'live in fear' of lawless youths

Residents of Gorebridge in Midlothian have said the problem is only worsening, with troublesome youngsters seemingly flocking to the area.

Edinburgh Live

Teen victim of Midlothian rapist who walked free from court now 'living in fear'

Sean Hogg, 21, attacked the girl in a park when she was just 13 but a judge only gave him 270 hours of community work and didn’t put him behind bars because of his age.

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Scots family holiday to Tenerife turns into 'nightmare' moments after arriving

May Drysdale, 75, from Midlothian jetted off to the Canary Islands on April 7 after beating breast cancer.

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Midlothian family's holiday to Tenerife turns into 'horror show' moments after arriving

Debbie has been overwhelmed by the support back home after her celebratory family holiday got off to the worst start imaginable when her mum slipped and fell while unpacking, fracturing her spine and shoulder

Edinburgh Live

Inside the Midlothian village where locals live 'in fear' of lawless youth gangs

Reports of assaults, vandalism, verbal abuse and intimidation have occurred, leading to some people in the area fearing for the safety of their family.

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Midlothian health chiefs 'pause' plans to provide care at new development over funding row

A reduced funding offer from Midlothian Council has been rejected by the Integration Joint Board who say if no more money is offered it may have to pull out of plans to provide extra care support at a new £17m housing complex due to open this summer

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian Air BnB guests 'should be restricted to families' after stag party complaints

Planners raised concerns about losing residential accommodation to a short term let when the council's waiting list has more than 4,400 applicants on it

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian home owner says 'neon pink' sign more distracting than solar panels

Planning officers refused permission for solar panels on roof of house because it would impact the character of the conservation area in Dalkeith

Edinburgh Live

Health bosses could scrap Midlothian extra care housing plans over funding row

The additional support needs housing is part of a £17m redevelopment plan by Midlothian Council for the Old Dalkeith High School site which is also providing new council homes

Edinburgh Live

Bomb squad tape off Midlothian street after 'old grenade' discovered near woods

Concerned locals reported seeing emergency services and an explosives unit present in the Mauricewood area of Penicuik after a grenade was discovered and moved to a nearby woodland area

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