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The Latest Breaking News from East Lothian

Final design for East Lothian's controversial 'big shed' power substation approved

The Inch Cape substation will bring energy onshore from a windfarm and connect it with the National Grid continuing the site's long term link with energy.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian dad terrified after finding 4ft snake in dead aunt's kitchen sink

Paul was clearing out his late aunt's home when he noticed an unusual visitor in the kitchen sink. Thinking it was a toy at first, him and his daughter was left terrified.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian drivers warned as A1 to see three months of closures from this week

Issuing an update to motorists, BEAR Scotland confirmed that an estimated 16 weeks of works will be taking place in different sections of five bridges.

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Heroic Scots nurse rescuing stray cats and dogs from Eastern Europe

Sue Bagley, 50, joined forces with the charity Meow Paws to bring the animals to her foster home in East Lothian.

Daily Record

Missing East Lothian teen found after police appeal for public's help

A frantic search has begun after a teenager from East Lothian was reported missing on Tuesday. Police are urging for the public's help as there is a growing concern for her welfare.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian police plans for court house move delayed by budget cuts

Haddington Sheriff Court closed eight years ago and talks have been underway between the council, who took ownership of it, and Police Scotland who want to move from the town's police station 300ft away into it and create a new emergency hub

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian death crash driver slammed by victim's mum after he dodges new roads ban

Susan Stewart, whose son was one of three teens who died in 2013 tragedy, branded Robbie Gemmell a "menace" and slammed the decision.

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Secluded East Lothian farmhouse with home gym and vegetable patch hits market

The spacious home that is located on the outskirts of the East Lothian town of Dunbar comes with ample room for a young family to live and entertain family and friends.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian funeral director forced neighbours to move after decade of harassment

William Main harassed neighbours Derek and Linda Thomson by setting off fireworks, shining a torch into their home and firing an air rifle towards their garden in Dunbar, East Lothian.

Edinburgh Live

'Shaken' teen attacked on dark footpath in East Lothian as police hunt for male suspect

Police were alerted to the incident in East Lothian at around 6pm on Thursday evening. It's alleged a 14-year-old boy was approached by an older man wearing dark clothing who spoke with a strong accent

Daily Record

East Lothian school exams to go ahead despite strike action

Teaching unions are holding a series of one day strikes next month which will see primary, secondary and nursery schools close

Edinburgh Live

Three rushed to hospital after horror head-on smash on busy Scots road

Emergency crews raced to Edinburgh Road in Mussleburgh, East Lothian, shortly before 10am today.

Daily Record

Ex-minister Douglas Alexander plans return as Labour MP

Former minister under Blair and Brown has applied to be candidate for East Lothian, sources confirm

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Huge new Edinburgh village planned near Fort Kinnaird with over 200 homes

A proposal of application notice was filed with the City of Edinburgh Council this week for the major construction which could take place on the boundary between Edinburgh and East Lothian.

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East Lothian man jailed after firing taser disguised as torch in children's skatepark

Jamie Garrity, from Prestonpans, was seen repeatedly triggering the device, which produced electrical sparks and made a distinctive crackling sound, in an East Lothian park.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian business retreat will ruin 'tranquil' setting, objectors claim

The plans will see the original steading buildings transformed to provide holiday accommodation for business retreats as well as a cafe, heritage centre/museum and auditorium

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh scout leader told girl 'I love you more than is appropriate' at summer camp

Daniel Hooton, 31, targeted the girls by rubbing their upper thighs while sitting round a fire at scout camps in East Lothian and Yorkshire.

Edinburgh Live

'Thousands' of Edinburgh passengers left 'stranded in the cold' during travel chaos

Due to an issue regarding overhead wires in East Lothian, passengers have been advised not to travel north of Newcastle for the remainder of the day as many have become 'stranded' for the night

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Edinburgh train passengers warned 'do not travel' due to major fault on line

Services to the capital from England and East Lothian will not be running for the rest of the day due to a major overhead wire issue at Prestonpans. LNER have urged customers to defer travel or "book a hotel"

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian driver who caused death of three school friends in crash escapes road ban

Robbie Gemmell was just 16 when he jumped into the driver’s seat of pal Jenna Barbour’s Peugeot 206 and careered down a remote country lane.

Edinburgh Live

Christmas wonderland near Edinburgh shuts down after 'feedback' from angry parents

The Enchanted event at Balgone Estate in East Lothian promised visitors a winter extravaganza as a festive family treat.

Edinburgh Live

Kids cry at East Lothian Christmas grotto with handless Santa and 'disastrous rides'

Fuming parents paid to trudge through mud and ice before being greeted by the horror mannequin while visiting the Enchanted event at Balgone Estate in East Lothian.

Daily Mirror

'Fyre Festival' Christmas grotto leaves kids in tears over horror Santa with no hands

Families visiting the Enchanted event in East Lothian claim children were put on a ride by "undertrained" staff who then wandered off leaving them trapped "going round and round"

Edinburgh Live

The hidden gem East Lothian village that's an idyllic winter getaway

Those of us needing a bit of peace and quiet this festive season will be looking for places to escape to away from the bustling crowds of the city and this picturesque village could be ideal.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian dinner ladies set up pizza business from back of bright yellow horsebox

During the week, friends Laura Robertson and Deborah Stenhouse work in the kitchen at Yester Primary school in Gifford, but at weekends they saddle up and head out in their bright yellow horsebox, selling their range of homemade pizzas.

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