Edinburgh student accommodation is set for safety, sustainability and quality upgrades as part of an £82.6 million funding deal covering three properties across the UK.
Councillors have urged West Lothian Council to press the new Scottish Transport Secretary for a meeting on plans for the new railway station for Winchburgh.
An English self storage firm is bidding to open its first Scottish site behind a former bakery in East Lothian.
The grid capacity in a Borders village is in “dire need of improvement” a councillor has warned while speaking in support of a constituent’s attempt to overturn refusal of a planning bid.
Young people across the UK are calling on the government to do more to support them into good jobs, and many are considering moving abroad if none are available.
Nominations are now open for Midlothian’s Young People Awards 2026, celebrating the achievements and contributions of local youngsters aged eight to 26.
Midlothian Trauma Awareness Week returns this week with two free events exploring trauma-informed practice and suicide prevention.
Private tenants and home owners are being offered council support to improve living conditions with nearly a half of housing falling below ‘tolerable standards’ according to a recent study.
A new bus service linking Ratho directly with Edinburgh city centre has launched after years of campaigning to restore a connection which has been missing since 2014.
A Parent Council at a Borders school is seeking a financial fillip to cover the cost of a vending machine.
Expansion is on the agenda for an engineering company based in Berwickshire.
Bonnyrigg actress Gail Watson is set to return to the King’s Theatre this Christmas as the much-loved Edinburgh panto makes its long-awaited homecoming.
People in a Berwickshire town have been praised for their support of a top UK road cycling race.
An East Lothian community hub is getting a boost to its outdoor spaces thanks to support from nearby housebuilder Cruden Homes.
ScotRail has been ranked the highest-performing large train operator in Great Britain, with 92 per cent of passengers satisfied with their overall journey.
Edinburgh-based legal firm Ralph Sayer has continued its investment in youth with the hiring of two more Trainee Solicitors.
An inspection has highlighted improvements needed at Scottish Borders-based service providing short breaks for children with additional needs.
Midlothian football teams have an increased appetite for success in the new season after sealing sponsorship deals with two of Scotland’s top restaurants.
This View has been written by Midlothian View reader, Philip Reilly
A major new fund to reinvest Visitor Levy proceeds directly back into Edinburgh’s visitor economy has launched today.
Galashiels will enjoy a festive fillip if councillors agree this week to a request to use a prominent town centre site to stage a Christmas gathering.
Plans to operate a mobile snack van in a town centre parking space in Musselburgh have been lodged with East Lothian.
An East Lothian chemist has been give the go ahead to put a self service dispenser in the window of its historic building after it was compared to putting an ATM in a bank.
Aldi has confirmed that its stores in Edinburgh and Midlothian will close on Boxing Day this year.
Staff in West Lothian’s Anti-Poverty Service helped people across the county deal with more than £8m of debt in the last year.
Linlithgow Burgh Halls has cut its projected overspend by more than half after introducing a new charging framework, but the historic venue is still forecast to lose £50,000.
Midlothian Community Action is inviting Third Sector organisations, community groups, voluntary organisations, and social enterprises to attend the Midlothian Community Action Funders’ Fair.
Research has found autistic children face challenges when crossing roads, particularly around parked cars, busy roads and cycle lanes.
Nature and culture are to inter-connect in the Scottish Borders next month with the second edition of the Tweed River Festival.
Go-ahead was given today for the operators at a Berwickshire quarry to dig deeper.
Walkers and climbers are being urged to check deer stalking activity before heading into Scotland’s hills, as NatureScot warns autumn is the busiest time of year for stag stalking.
Overnight road closures in place for 13 nights.
A new Early Learning and Childcare provision at Heriot Primary School has been officially opened.
Kerr, while acknowledging the numerical disadvantage didn’t help, felt that Hibs’ sluggish first half start was equally as significant in his sides demise.
Josh McPake put on a show in front of new Scotland manager, Sebastien Pocognoli, as he lit up Easter Road with a goal and assist to mark his Edinburgh Derby debut in a win for the Jambos.
The first Employability Day 2026 takes place on 10 September, championing employability services and the support available across Scotland.
