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Patina Bakery’s croissant’s have been named the best in Scotland

I tried Scotland's best croissant at popular Edinburgh bakery

Rank-and-file police officers have called for more powers to require removal of balaclavas

'New powers for police over balaclavas would require clear evidence'

Computer scientist enters race to represent Greece at Eurovision

NHS Lothian aims to relocate all services from Liberton Hospital by the end of the year. Picture: Lisa Ferguson

Planning round-up: New homes at hospital site and shop on busy street

An artist's impression of the proposed Social Hub mixed development in Fountainbridge, seen from Leamington Square.

Planning round-up: Large mixed-use hub and 10-storey hotel

Hibs fans celebrate during a Premier Sports Cup Semi-Final match between Heart of Midlothian and Hibernian

Angry Hibs fans accuse SPFL of fleecing fans over cup final prices

The revised revamp plans would do away with new setts and trees but still include planters and benches in the partial pedestrianisation.

Revised plans for George Street scrap setts and trees to save money

Trains disrupted after police called to 'incident' near railway

The Ford smashed into the railings to the side of the Davidson Mains play cafe

Car crashes into railings yards from Edinburgh children's play cafe

Popeyes announces opening date for third Capital offering

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People with learning disabilities need support of the law

A matter of principle must now be upheld - Alex Cole-Hamilton

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Working together to keep city safe in fireworks season - Neil Wilson

The Heart of Midlothian Football Club Haymarket Memorial

Steve Cardownie: We will remember them again on Sunday – down at Haymarket

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Sport

Hearts' strong message as they seek a European tonic in Switzerland
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Hibs forward Martin Boyle was all smiles after the win over Hearts.

Boyle breaks silence on captaincy decision and reveals how ill he was

James Craigen's Spartans were beaten 2-0 by Livingston. Picture: Mark Brown

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Hibs will go head-to-head with Rangers in the Premier Sports Cup final on Sunday, December 13

Breaking SPFL confirm Hibs v Rangers cup final kick-off time and ticket details

Hibs duo Grant Hanley (L) and Josh Mulligan (R) have both been omitted from the latest Scotland squad

Hibs duo miss out on Scotland squad as Easter Road pair eye call-ups

Hearts Latest

Exclusive Dhanda talks on Hearts future, mental struggle, why he came off v Hibs

Josh McPake has been outstanding since moving on a Bosman free transfer from St Johnstone in the summer.

Hearts star keeps place in Scotland squad after impressing in cameo

Hearts announce death of former 'iron-hard' captain Don Murray aged 80

Hearts have suffered more injury issues

I watched Hearts suffer Hampden pain & spotted European squad headache

Hibs Latest

Hibs ace McGrath on Hampden medal mission after 'best day' admission

Analysis What historic Hampden win told us about Marink Reedijk's Hibs vision

Hibernian's Jason Kerr (R) celebrates with Warren O'Hora as he scores to make it 1-1 during a UEFA Europa Conference League Playoff Round Second Leg match between Hibernian and KAA Gent at Easter Road,

Warren O'Hora in four-word Hibs message after Hampden heroics

Hibs hero wants more Hampden success.

When Hibs thought Hearts game plan vanished amid 'desperate' craving

Crime

Midlothian violent crime up with five attempted murders in last year

Illegal e-bike seized by police

Police officers want more powers on e-bikes and e-scooters

Men arrested following Hibs-Hearts clash at Hampden

Handout photo courtesy of Alexa Manganiello of a group of about 15 women who attended the Go&Glow run club last Wednesday, when a man, who was also running in the park, swore at women in the group three times.

Women’s club felt ‘intimidated and unsafe’ after abuse on second run

Police Scotland has been seizing a growing number of e-bikes and e-scooters

MSPs' inquiry into antisocial behaviour around e-bikes and e-scooters

Police believe this man may be able to help them with their enquiries

Police release CCTV images linked to serious assault in Edinburgh

What's On

Leonardo McCorkindale as Angelo in Matthew Bourne's The Car Man, playing at Festival Theatre in Edinburgh from November 3 to 7.

Edinburgh dancer awaiting 'boost' from hometown crowd with new show

Members of the Be Happy Performing Arts Company from Gorebridge with coach Mairi Jayne Weir

North Edinburgh memories translated from page to stage

Teviot House all lit up for Christmas in 2022.

Christmas light switch-on returns following building’s renovation

Alt-pop Edinburgh-based US artist Alas De Liona returns with cinematic, 80s-tinged drama for second album Noble Rot, out now.

City singer releases her 'vampiric' second album in time for Halloween

Retro

Edinburgh high school football teams over the years.

18 great photos of local high school football teams over the years
Footy action from Edinburgh’s high schools over the years
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Edinburgh primary school football teams over the years.

30 great photos of primary school football teams over the years

People shopping in St John's Road, Corstorphine, September 1980.

17 amazing photos of Edinburgh in 1980 – including lost nightclub

Life in Trinity over the years.

27 great Edinburgh photos of life in Trinity over the years

Retro look back at life in Craiglockhart.

30 great Edinburgh photos of life in Craiglockhart over the years

Evening News Obituaries

Phil Wheeler served first as transport convener and then as finance convener when the Lib Dems were in power at the City Chambers

Tributes to former Lib Dem councillor Phil Wheeler, 'Mr Corstorphine'

Meaningful funerals don’t have to cost a fortune (Photo: Pexels)

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Kiltwalkers unite to honour pioneering charity worker

Many dog owners worry about what will happen to their pet after they are gone.

How to leave money to your pet in your will - expert outlines options

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Lifestyle

Stylish, beautifully presented three bedroom main door lower villa with a private front garden, courtyard terrace and private driveway parking.

Three-bedroom main door lower villa with private front garden

Forget tablets and toys, Yoto is the Christmas present children can enjoy all year round

Yoto is the screen-free Christmas gift children can use every day

OPI shoppers can spin an online reward wheel to win extra discounts, free nail polish, vouchers and more in its early Black Friday promotion.

Beauty fans can win freebies in early Black Friday deal

These holidays have everything you need for a festive getaway

Family Christmas holidays from £179 with Santa visits and festive fun

Opinion

There are 14 Firework Control Zones in place across Edinburgh this month, but they are ‘are not enough if other neighbourhoods remain exposed to dangerous misuse’ according to our columnist Lorna Slater. Picture: John Devlin

Remember, remember, safety is of the essence this November - Lorna Slater

Bonfire Night has a special place in our calendar. It is a chance to gather with friends and neighbours, wrap up against the November cold and enjoy a community...

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Prime Minister Andy Burnham has ruled out an early election

Analysis Labour MPs see no reason for Andy Burnham to call early election

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Growing campaign to protect Summerhall gathers momentum - Lorna Slater

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‘If terrorists brought down the national grid, water treatment facilities and other infra-structure, I think we might need more than a few bottles of water and tins of beans to survive,’ says our columnist

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I loved David Bowie to death but have no desire to see his ghost

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Business

Michelle Ovens CBE says greater support is needed to help side hustles grow into sustainable businesses.

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Edinburgh Southern Labour MSP Daniel Johnson

Call for Scotland to follow UK Budget's business rates changes

The compact SumUp card reader helps market traders, craft sellers and small businesses accept contactless and card payments without expensive equipment.

Cash is king? This £30 gadget gives customers a much easier option

BT, EE, TalkTalk and Vodafone have been named Britain's most complained-about broadband providers in new Ofcom figures, as campaigners call for an end to mid-contract price rises that can add £48 a year to household bills.

Four broadband giants top Ofcom complaints list

The legendary record shop first opened in 1983

Legendary Edinburgh record store to close after four decades

The Government recommends households gradually build an emergency kit with practical essentials such as a torch, first aid kit, emergency radio and portable power bank.

Explainer What you need in a Government 3-day emergency kit

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Gordonstoun teacher Dan McLean at an excavation site where the remains of what is thought to be a medieval Viking church about 1,000 years old was discovered

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Joy Cullen gave up her job as her hip pain pre-surgery was too severe

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