Police vehicle involved in collision during pursuit on Marionville Avenue
A police car has been involved in a collision with another car and a wall whilst pursuing a vehicle that had failed to stop. The incident happened as officers were…
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Water sports activity centre and cafe given green light for Silverknowes beach despite local councillor objection
Council chiefs have granted permission for a new water sports activity centre to be opened at Silverknowes beach. The decision to allow, BoardFast, to open was made at this morning’s Development…
Re-appeal to find man linked to two sexual attacks on women in Edinburgh prompts Crimestoppers reward of £5,000
The independent charity Crimestoppers is now offering a reward of up to £5,000 to find a man we now know is linked to attacks on two young women in Edinburgh,…
Locals furious with Gypsy Brae closure
Locals have reacted angrily after the council closed off West Shore Road at Gypsy Brae without any warning. The closure came into effect this morning and double yellow lines have…
Police appeal for help finding missing woman
Officers in Edinburgh are appealing for the assistance of the public to trace a woman missing from the area. Mhairi McEwan, 29, has not been in contact with anyone since…
Police launch investigation after teenage girl assaulted on her way to school
Officers are appealing for information after a teenage girl was assaulted in Davidson’s Mains Park this morning. Around 8am the 14-year-old was walking to school on a footpath through the…
Edinburgh prepares for Scottish Parliament election
With less than a week to go until the Scottish Parliament Election 2021, Edinburgh is gearing up to play its own part in the vote on 6 May. Preparations are…
Morrisons initiative to tackle period poverty
Morrisons is helping to fight back against period poverty by rolling out ‘Package for Sandy’ – a service available for customers in need who can access a discreet package of…
Cyclist critical after falling from bike in dedicated cycle lane
A Cyclist is in a critical condition in hospital after falling from her bike on a dedicated cycle lane. Emergency services raced to the scene on Silverknowes Road at 10.20…
Police appeal after bogus workmen incidents
Police in Edinburgh are appealing for information after two “bogus workman” incidents in the Corstorphine area of the city. The first incident happened at a property on Broomhall Avenue and…