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Residents urged to be ‘vigilant’ after spate of keyless vehicle thefts in West Lothian
Officers received reports of six vehicles being stolen between October, 30 and November, 7.
West Lothian Council to build up volunteer force amid ‘increased financial restraints’
There was a warning the council should not 'sleepwalk' into a situation where volunteers replace paid staff.
Death of prisoner at HMP Edinburgh to be probed at inquiry
Alan Cameron, 68, died on November 1, 2022 in HMP Edinburgh.
https://news.stv.tv/east-central/death-of-prisoner-at-hmp-edinburgh-to-be-probed-at-inquiry
Motorcyclist dies in crash with van in Larbert as police appeal for witnesses
The 67-year-old male rider was pronounced dead at the scene while the driver of the van was not injured.
Man dies and second driver injured following three-car crash in Edinburgh
The incident took place on Thursday morning.
Grangemouth cluster must decarbonise by 2045, government plan says
Those involved in industry around Grangemouth are being invited to share their views.
https://news.stv.tv/east-central/grangemouth-cluster-must-decarbonise-by-2045-government-plan-says
Council leader asks courts to fast-track Bonfire Night disorder cases
Large groups of youths attacked officers with fireworks, bricks and bottles on Bonfire Night and Halloween.
Man taken to hospital after three-car crash near Hermiston Gait, Edinburgh
Emergency services were called to the scene of the crash on the A720 between Gogar roundabout and Hermiston Gait.
Environmental activists arrested after ‘locking’ themselves to Holyrood in protest of new power plant
Two members of Extinction Rebellion Scotland used bicycle D-locks to clamp themselves around the neck to the lattice work at the front of the building.
Armed robber caught on CCTV being tackled by heroic Post Office staff jailed
Robert Danskin attempted to rob the Post Office but was assailed by shopworkers.
Man ‘hit with black smoke’ during escape from Edinburgh flat fire that left ten in hospital
John Hill was among the residents forced to flee from Niddrie Mill Crescent on Wednesday evening.
Edinburgh carer struck off after stealing more than £7,000 from service user’s bank account
Lesley Horne utilised the bank card of an individual in their care to access their bank account at an ATM and take a total of £7,300.
Speeding driver who killed man in hit-and-run thought he had hit ‘road surface’
Ralph Fairhurst, 26, hit Kyle Middlemass, 20, in his Vauxhall Astra on Easter Road in Edinburgh in June 2022.
Environmental activists lock themselves to Holyrood in protest of proposed Peterhead power station
Three members of Extinction Rebellion Scotland attempted to lock themselves to the Scottish parliament building in protest of the plans.
Man who died after being hit by bus on Cowgate during Edinburgh Halloween weekend named
Following the crash, police urged members of the public not to share 'distressing' images on social media.
Ten people in hospital after fire breaks out in block of flats in Edinburgh
Emergency services were called to Niddrie Mill Crescent, Edinburgh, on Wednesday evening.
Edinburgh Zoo announces death of oldest silver gentoo penguin ‘Snowflake’
Zookeepers said Snowflake will be sadly missed by staff and visitors.
Edinburgh Rape Crisis Centre employee unfairly dismissed to recieve £68,000 compensation
A judge has ordered Edinburgh Rape Crisis Centre to apologise to Roz Adams and share a link to the support service founded by JK Rowling.
Manager at Fife supported living facility embezzled more than £40,000 from residents
Violet Connor stole £40,060 from her vulnerable victims' personal bank accounts and falsified internal records whilst working for Sense Scotland Supported Living.
NHS board confirms launch of targeted pre-eclampsia test for pregnant women
Tests for pre-eclampsia, which affects around 5,000 pregnancies each year, has been brought in by NHS Lothian.
Scots dad left with ‘life-changing’ injuries after unprovoked attack outside Blackpool hotel
John Forsyth from East Lothian was found unresponsive on the ground outside the Shores Hotel in Blackpool.
Disadvantaged youngsters in Edinburgh given chance to become zookeeper for the day
Charity's partnership with Edinburgh Zoo allows disadvantaged pupils to learn about conservation and welfare.
Royal Mail reveals Christmas 2024 stamps including St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral in Edinburgh
The postal service revealed images of five stamps being issued to celebrate Christmas 2024.
Police Scotland issues warning after object thrown at speed camera van from moving vehicle in Midlothian
Police Scotland revealed that the incident happened on the A68 in Cranston as they issued a warning against aggressive behaviour.
Search launched for man wearing Canada Goose jacket following Edinburgh assault
The incident took place on Lothian Road in the capital at around 12.25am on Sunday, October 13.
Pair admit targeting Crown of Scotland and Stone of Destiny in poverty protest
A glass cabinet was damaged during the incident at Edinburgh Castle last November.
The Lost Shore Resort: Opening date confirmed for Europe’s largest wave pool in Edinburgh
After years of development the Lost Shore Resort, located in Ratho, will officially open on November, 11.
Man charged after woman taken to hospital following disturbance in Edinburgh
Emergency services were called to the Morningside Road area of Edinburgh at around 5pm on Monday following reports of an incident.
Center Parcs announces plans for first Scottish holiday village
The family short break provider is hoping to expand north of the border for the first time with a 700 lodge site near Hawick in the Scottish Borders.
https://news.stv.tv/east-central/center-parcs-announces-plans-for-first-scottish-holiday-village
Golden eagle found dead and dismembered in bag off A81
The eagle was discovered around 11am on Tuesday, July 30 near Loch Rusky, north east of Port of Monteith.
https://news.stv.tv/east-central/golden-eagle-found-dead-and-dismembered-in-bag-off-a81
Emirates welcomed back to the capital by Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
The Emirates Boeing 777 was welcomed by the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo on Monday.
Falkirk Children’s Theatre: 30-year history of youth drama group explored in new book
Written by dance centre owner Craig Murray, House Full! tells the story of the Falkirk Children's Theatre through the decades.
Fire damaged fish and chip shop could be completely demolished
The Pittenweem Fish Bar building has been vacant ever since the devastating fire in August 2022.
https://news.stv.tv/east-central/fire-damaged-fish-and-chip-shop-could-be-completely-demolished
Planning row after woman erects fence ‘because of dog fouling problem’
Susan Gibson was refused planning permission for the fence which she installed after the original was blown down in high winds.
Councillor facing second standards hearing over ‘inappropriate comments’ in 18 months
Bryan Pottinger is facing fresh allegations that he made inappropriate comments to a junior staff member.
Edinburgh street where man died in bus crash ‘worst in the city’, campaigners say
The death of a 74-year-old in Cowgate on Saturday should be a 'wake-up call' for the council, campaigners have said.
Walker rescued after turning ankle and ‘hearing a snap’ on Borders hill walk
Volunteers used Landrover Defenders and an ATV to find the man using phone technology.
Boy, 17, murdered mum with ‘Rambo’ knife after row over scooter
The teenage boy brutally stabbed Danielle Davidson in the street in Leith before fleeing to a nearby supermarket.
Former Scotland captain Stuart Hogg pleads guilty to abusing ex-wife
Hogg appeared at Selkirk Sheriff Court on Monday.
Police release CCTV images of two men after Stirling city centre assault
Officers believe that the men pictured may hold information that will assist in their investigation.
Scotland’s Moo Deng: Endangered pygmy hippo calf arrives at Edinburgh Zoo
The tiny hippo calf was born at Edinburgh Zoo to parents Otto and Gloria on October, 30.
Man tried to murder former partner with hammer over unpaid debt
Derek Hughes repeatedly struck his victim on the head with a hammer in the attack over £500.
https://news.stv.tv/east-central/man-tried-to-murder-former-partner-with-hammer-over-unpaid-debt
‘Drunk van driver’ stopped travelling wrong way on M9 in Stirling
Police received reports of a van travelling down the wrong side of the M9.
https://news.stv.tv/east-central/drunk-van-driver-stopped-travelling-wrong-way-on-m9-in-stirling
Aspiring fitness coach takes on 1.2m kg weight challenge for Movember
Joey Jones hopes to lift the combined weight of the number of men who killed themselves between 2021 and 2023.
Scottish group to speak at Colombian event on ending child abuse ‘pandemic’
The event will be attended by officials from more than 100 governments.
Public warned not to share ‘distressing’ images online after man, 74 dies after being struck by bus
Police said the family of the man who died have been left 'distressed' and have viewed the images inadvertently.
Edinburgh Cowgate sealed off as police investigate reports of collision involving pedestrian and vehicle
Emergency services were called to the Cowgate area in Edinburgh on Saturday evening following reports of a collision.
Gamekeeper wins fight to build family home in countryside on appeal
Gary McPherson’s application to build a new home to accommodate his growing family was initially refused because they said he did not have a link to a rural business.
https://news.stv.tv/east-central/gamekeeper-wins-fight-to-build-family-home-in-countryside-on-appeal
Levelling Up cash to create new cultural space and amphitheatre in Dunfermline withdrawn
Preliminary work on all four projects was due to start in October to keep pace with the Government’s tight time scales.
Police vow ‘no stone unturned’ to trace youths involved in Halloween violence
Chief Superintendent David Robertson said he is ‘furious’ one of his officers was attacked during unrest in the Niddrie area of Edinburgh.