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East Lothian MP learns about pupils’ charity water project
Local MP Fiona O’Donnell (Lab) joined children from St Martin’s RC Primary School, Tranent, at their Water Aid Showcase to learn more about the project the whole school has been working on.
Longniddry takeaway plan approved
Fears have been voiced that a hot food takeaway in Longniddry will “detract greatly” from the ambience of the village.
New station rises from the ashes
Work to rebuild North Berwick Fire Station, which was destroyed by a blaze in December, is to start in June.
Coreen seeks inspiration overseas
Gifford-based singer Coreen Scott has a fresh twist to her repertoire for her new CD ‘Beyond the Sea’.
Alice in wonderland as medal is presented in Musselburgh
Retired Burgh GP Alice Doherty had a ready made crowd of well-wishers when she arrived at the Brunton Hall last week for the presentation of her British Empire Medal.
Raft race in North Berwick rescued by the lifeboat service
North Berwick’s charity raft race, which was in danger of being abandoned this year, has been rescued by the local lifeboat service.
High fives all round for new Prestonpans pitches
Young people in Prestonpans are being encouraged to take ownership of the revamped five-a-side pitches at the Pennypit complex.
Council tenant evicted
East Lothian Council has evicted a tenant for breaching his tenancy agreement after being convicted of being in possession, and supplying drugs at his property in Salters Road, Wallyford.
Haddington court protest supported by councillors
A public demonstration against the proposed closure of Haddington Sheriff Court is being backed by East Lothian Council.
Trevor gears up for cycle challenge
A Musselburgh academic is bidding to complete this year’s Tour de France - ahead of the professionals.
Wallyford traders pledge to end ‘eyesore’
A deal has been struck on a package of improvements to enhance the appearance of Wallyford’s main shopping area.
Blaze guts OAP’s home in Haddington
A pensioner was taken to hospital after a blaze at her home in a sheltered housing complex at Haddington.
Musselburgh hosts contest for world’s oldest sporting trophy
The contest, for what is reputed to be the oldest sporting trophy in the world still competed for annually, will be held at Musselburgh Links tomorrow (Thursday).
East Lothian musical director has operation on vocal chords
The musical director of the Hadley Court Singers has resigned following emergency surgery for nodes on his vocal chords.
ASBO for Port Seton teenager
A Port Seton teenager has been placed on an ASBO after failing to comply with an acceptable behaviour agreement.
Memorial plaque is unveiled in North Berwick
A bronze plaque to mark the service to North Berwick given by local fisherman Fred Marr was unveiled at the harbour recently.
Accused is given ‘benefit of doubt’ after Dunbar theft
A SHERIFF has given a drug addict the “benefit of the doubt” and allowed him one more chance to avoid prison.
New website is a click away in Haddington
A new website offering information about local mental health and wellbeing services has been unveiled in East Lothian.
East Lothian knits arrive in Africa
A special delivery from East Lothian delighted new mums in Africa who received knitted jumpers and hats to keep their babies warm.
Teenager headbutted man who upset his girlfriend
A TRANENT teenager took revenge on a man who took photographs of his girlfriend at a party by headbutting him.
Kilted golf day
Haddington Golf Club hosts the 2nd annual Tartan Army sunshine appeal kilted golf day on Monday, May 20, following on from last year’s huge success
Campaign to stop global hunger backed by Knox Academy pupils
East Lothian’s Labour politicians visited Knox Academy, Haddington, to support the pupils in their campaign to stamp out global hunger.
Agnes Willens enjoys a birthday dance at the age of 100
Keen dancer Agnes Willens had a spring in her step as she celebrated her 100th birthday at North Berwick Day Centre recently.
Musselburgh glitterati come out of the shadows
The stresses of the working week were quickly forgotten as mums in Musselburgh enjoyed the red carpet treatment last month.
Open the gates, says East Linton rambler
A local rambler has launched a petition calling on East Lothian Council to take action to ensure the public gets access to countryside.
Visitors flock to see world famous tapestry at Loretto School
An estimated 2,500 visitors saw the famous Prestonpans Tapestry when it adorned the walls of the Painted Gallery at Loretto School’s 400-year-old Pinkie House recently.
Arctic convoy hero Jock from Dunbar dies at the age of 85
War veteran Jock Dempster from Dunbar, who campaigned for recognition for his comrades in the Arctic Convoys, has died.
Musselburgh snooker ace set his sights on treble
Burgh snooker star Ross Muir is on course for a famous treble after clinching the Scottish National men’s title at the weekend.
Portrait bought for new look coastal communities museum
A portrait of a famous North Berwick citizen has been purchased for the revamped museum in North Berwick at a cost of £6,000.
Dunbar man named after Musselburgh tragedy
A man who died while making a delivery to Musselburgh Racecourse last week has been named by police as 56-year-old Alan Bussell from Dunbar.
Ex-traffic cop from East Lothian fears for safety on the A1
A retired traffic cop has hit out at changes in police cover for the A1, branding it “a blatant attempt at saving money over public safety”.
Court campaign continues
Senior officials and elected members of East Lothian Council joined representatives from the county’s legal system, Citizens Advice Bureau, MSPs and MP at a meeting called by the East Lothian Faculty of Procurators on Tuesday evening to discuss the proposed closure of Haddington Sheriff Court.
Musselburgh man in loan fraud
A MUSSELBURGH man who collected a pay day advance loan after pretending to be in employment has been ordered to carry out unpaid work in the community.
Unpaid fines could fund Haddington Sheriff Court
Local Labour MSP Iain Gray says Haddington Sheriff Court could be saved if unpaid fines were collected.
Musselburgh war veteran seek families of fallen comrades
A Musselburgh war veteran is appealing for the nation’s help in tracing the families of fallen comrades.
Write on for East Lothian journalism students
It was good news for Joe McGrane, Ross Macphail, Jan Barker, Isobel Robertson and Amanda Macari who are pictured proudly display certificates awarded in the East Lothian Community Care Forum’s community journalism course.
Fairtrade success in Dunbar
Organisers raise a cuppa to toast the success of a Fairtrade coffee morning at the Bleachingfield Community Centre in Dunbar which attracted more than 150 people.
Fund targets East Lothian projects
A total of £500,000 has been earmarked from Musselburgh’s Common Good Fund to repair the cemetery wall at Inveresk Church.
Community to focus on vision for coastal area
Prestonpans community council has been urged to set out its vision for the coastal area around Cockenzie Power Station.
Vision for rural skills training in Dunbar
A vision for a rural skills training centre for young people in the Dunbar area was shared with local MSP Iain Gray during a recent visit the town.
East Linton hotel conversion blocked by building rules
Plans to bring an East Linton hotel back into use as a bar and restaurant have fallen foul of building regulations.
Adapted bike will help people with disabilities in East Lothian
Even more people with disabilities in East Lothian can experience cycling due to the purchase of a specially adapted bike that can carry wheelchair users.
Concern as top Musselburgh school secures drinks licence
Concerned Musselburgh residents have failed to block plans by Loretto school to use its buildings for licensed conferences and functions.
Typhoon team to create a storm at Airshow at Museum of Flight
It’s chocks away for Scotland’s national Airshow at the National Museum of Flight at East Fortune which will take place on Saturday, July 27.
Wallyford store investment welcomed
Investment of £1m to convert a disused Wallyford pub into a high-end convenience store has been welcomed by councillors.
Haddington’s car club is cruising after launch
Haddington’s new car club ‘Easywheels’ was launched at the local farmers’ market on Saturday by Councillor John McMillan, East Lothian Council’s economic development and tourist spokesman.
Callum and Laura are pride of Musselburgh
The thoughts of the Musselburgh community can finally turn to summer following the election of this year’s festival principals.
Action over slow club golfers
concern about slow play at club level was raised by top officials from the sport’s governing body the R & A this week.
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Sunday 19 May 2013
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