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Dream theatre summer sketch competition launched in East Lothian
1+ hour, 52+ min ago (155+ words) THIS summer, East Lothian's Big Summer Sketch initiative is inviting creatives to design their dream theatre. The project encourages both seasoned and aspiring artists to participate, whether through sketches, paintings, collages or models. It is organised by East Lothian Council…...
Mortars discovered near mouth of the River Tyne destroyed by Army bomb disposal team
1+ hour, 42+ min ago (137+ words) SUSPECTED ordnance discovered yesterday has now been identified and destroyed by an army bomb disposal team. They responded to a request from police yesterday after the discovery close to the mouth of the river, near to John Muir Country Park…...
Summer holidays of works planned at primary school's nursery
4+ hour, 57+ min ago (241+ words) WORK to expand Longniddry Primary School's nursery should be complete in time for the new term. A refurbishment of existing rooms within the school will create a larger centre for early learning and childcare, increasing capacity from 30 spaces to 64. The…...
Gaza faces uncertain future as Palestinians and Israelis mark 1, 000 days of war
5+ hour, 46+ min ago (1134+ words) It is the 1, 000th day since a Hamas-led attack on Israel sparked the war in Gaza. Other conflicts have emerged in the region, and fragile ceasefires show scars of persistent attacks. Both Israelis and Palestinians are weary of the strain. The…...
Death notices published in the East Lothian Courier this week
7+ hour, 39+ min ago (415+ words) THE East Lothian Courier has published nine death notices in the last week. Every week, we publish death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. Here are the most recent notices placed in…...
Haddington - former Waterloo Bistro set to become new artist studios
8+ hour, 49+ min ago (465+ words) A THRIVING art community is set for a boost, with a former restaurant to be transformed into studios and exhibition space. The Waterloo Bistro, also known as Tynehouse Restaurant, has been closed for about five years. Now, new life could…...
Stalwart's 30 years of hard work recognised with community accolade
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (210+ words) MORE than 30 years of work have been recognised with a prestigious award. Helen Harper's significant contribution to Dunbar was recognised by the Rotary Club of Dunbar, who handed over the Rotary Community Salver. The salver has been awarded to a…...
Massages and treatments could be carried out at golf club's home
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (86+ words) MASSAGES and treatments could be carried out at the home of a county golf club. Winterfield Golf Club Ltd has applied for changes to be allowed at its home in Dunbar. Currently, the room on the second floor at St…...
Headteacher joins five staff members to be 'gunged' at end of school term
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (231+ words) SIX staff members at Ross High School, including the headteacher, finished off the term by being "gunged, much to the delight of pupils. Young people at the Tranent school voted for which of their teachers they wished to see take…...
Primary school launches appeal to raise "25, 000 to transform its playground
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (137+ words) A FUNDRAISING appeal has been launched to raise thousands of pounds for a playground transformation. Campie Primary School and its parent council are aiming to raise "25, 000 to replace the existing trim trail with new equipment and spaces that encourage physical…...