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Side-splitting moment unlucky Edinburgh trainspotter's glimpse of steam train wrecked

The unlucky onlooker filmed the historic 19th century steam train releasing huge puffs of thick smoke when passing by - only for it to be overtaken by an express service.

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Edinburgh carer caught accepting gifts and money from vulnerable patients

A review this week by the Scottish Social Services Council had investigated the actions of local carer Pauline McDonald following her actions which took place between 2019 and 2021.

Edinburgh Live

The abandoned Wild West ghost town hidden away in an Edinburgh side street

Tucked away in a side street in the Morningside area is an American frontier-style town that has been abandoned for years, but it's certainly worth a trip if you're in the area.

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Plans to demolish Edinburgh office block and create futuristic 'eco village'

Located at South Gyle, the current Drummond House has been earmarked for demolition, with a futuristic set of offices, retail units and outdoor spaces to take its place.

Edinburgh Live

Part of Edinburgh school set to be bulldozed and rebuilt under ambitious plans

Submitted for consideration this week, the major project would see a new building able to support 800 pupils built on the current site of the Wester Hailes Education centre.

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Stressed Edinburgh passenger gets 1am text saying his train is cancelled due to lack of staff

Jonny Casey made his way up to Edinburgh for work but has no idea how he will get home after Avanti West Coast announced a wave of cancellations due to a shortage of drivers.

Edinburgh Live

East Lothian gets yellow weather warning for ice as 'Troll of Trondheim' hits

Met Office has warned of potential disruption due to icy surfaces in the East Lothian area of the country from tomorrow, December 7, until Thursday, December 8.

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Train strikes December: Edinburgh to face Christmas Eve travel chaos as fresh walkouts planned

Fresh train strikes have been announced throwing Christmas travel plans into chaos. RMT Network Rail staff are planning to walk out over the festive period, bringing trains across the country to a standstill.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh driver filmed doing wild stunts in a quiet residential area

The trickster was captured on video doing multiple donut in a poorly lit parking area near a block of flats during dark hours before reversing into a disabled parking bay.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh motorcyclist knocked to the ground as thieves try to make off with bike

Police in Edinburgh have issued an urgent appeal for information after the 44-year-old was targeted while travelling through the city centre on Saturday, December 3.

Edinburgh Live

Scots family trapped in 'nightmare' home riddled with mould for nearly a decade

Sara Martin and Alistair Stuart are struggling to cope with the problems that have pervaded their home in Edinburgh, and the impact it is having on the health of their kids.

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Edinburgh Range Rover driver hit with £100 fine after police spot decor issue

Road Police in the capital issued a warning to other motorists across the city this week after the motorists was pulled over by officers on Monday, December 5.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh Airport to launch new WestJet flights to Calgary three times a week

Set to be the first time the two cities have had flight connections, the WestJet 787 Dreamliner will take off from Edinburgh on Thursdays, Saturdays and Mondays.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh family trapped in 'nightmare' house riddled with mould for nine years

Initially moving into the property in West Pilton nine years ago, Sara Martin, 42, and her partner Alistair Stuart, 59, told Edinburgh Live they have been dealing with the issues for nearly a decade.

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Where in Midlothian you can see Santa this week as he travels through the area

The man himself will be travelling through Midlothian this week to ensure everyone gets into the Christmas spirit ahead of the holidays - here's the list of streets Santa will be taking.

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New Edinburgh planning rules are 'de-facto ban' on short-term lets

Proposals included in the City Plan 2030 would give the council more power to reject short term let applications, something which sparked angry claims the policy could 'collapse' the city's tourism industry.

Edinburgh Live

Nine dodgy Edinburgh pubs from back in the day that had some stories to tell

Whether it be murder investigations, violence-loving punters or even a puma behind the bar, some of the capital's watering holes back in the day were as dodgy as they come.

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Watch heart-stopping Edinburgh moment two cars crash on busy roundabout

Watch the moment two cars crashed into each other at one of the roundabouts near the Costco and Ikea stores in the Straiton area of the capital over the weekend.

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Scots mum spots 'ghost fighter plane' from war in chilling photo taken at Edinburgh Castle

Spiritualist Ada Donaldson was at a light show on December 2 when her daughter took a photograph of the capital's skyline.

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One of Edinburgh's top restaurants has revealed its special Christmas Set Menu, which includes festive classics inspired by the head chef's childhood feasts with his family

Edinburgh Live

Watch as adorable Edinburgh dog goes for motorbike ride with owner through city

The sweet video captured by a local driver shows how the cute fluffy dog travels through the capital's major streets, accompanying its owner on a motorbike ride in a backpack.

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Hero East Lothian lifeboat crew scrambled as kayakers plunged into chilly water

RNLI volunteer crews were called out after two kayakers were plunged into the chilly water and were left struggling in the sea. Their boats had capsized on the coast of North Berwick.

Edinburgh Live

Strikes affecting Edinburgh during Christmas and New Year in 2022 - full list

Royal Mail workers are set to launch a fresh wave of strikes throughout December, as well as rail staff industrial action and teachers going on planned strikes.

Edinburgh Live

Mum sparks debate over 'awful' action that 'ruined' a wedding reception

Facing a tough shift at work, the woman decided enough was enough and walked out from her bar job but when asking if she had been unreasonable, she split opinions.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh's Christmas and New Year bin collection dates as council announces one change

There will be some alterations to when your Christmas tree and garden waste is collected over the next two weeks – and these are the important dates you need to know about this festive season.

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