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Head chef returns to his roots as he starts at new hotel
A SUCCESSFUL chef has returned to his roots after taking the helm in the kitchen of a newly-refurbished hotel and restaurant. The Leddie, on Aberlady’s West Main Street, officially opened on Monday after enjoying a soft opening seven days earlier
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Vet warns all dog owners going to UK beaches of one ‘extremely dangerous’ threat
When nice weather finally comes around, many Brits enjoy days out at UK beaches with some sharing the fun with their pet dogs. Amongst all the fun, it’s still important to be aware of your surroundings and the dangers that beaches can present.
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Shop in Tranent to be demolished, with a replacement built
A SHOP which has served Tranent for more than 40 years will be demolished, with a replacement built on the site. The Wee Shop, on the town’s Blawearie Road, will be torn down and replaced with a two-storey building. Drawings for the new building
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Man caught with cocaine on him on Tranent High Street
A MUSSELBURGH resident has been sentenced to an unpaid work order after he was caught in possession of a quantity of Class A drugs. Cameron Murray, of Edenhall Crescent, was found in possession of cocaine by police officers on Tranent High Street
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Musselburgh artists to welcome visitors at open studio weekend
ARTISTS and crafters are getting ready to exhibit their work in Musselburgh during the town’s open studio weekend on Saturday and Sunday. Ten venues will be open to the public from 10am to 4pm each day, with 21 artists and crafters taking part
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Douglas Alexander MP column: New Government has ambitious goals
IT’S barely been three weeks since the General Election but, as I have got down to work, it’s proved to be a busy few days. I met with local businesses here in East Lothian before heading to Parliament for the King’s Speech last Wednesday.
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Promotion pushes on the cards for East Lothian's football teams
TITLE challenges and promotion pushes could be on the cards for East Lothian’s senior football teams this season. The new campaign kicks off tomorrow (Saturday) with a full fixture card throughout the Scottish Lowland Football League (SLFL) and
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Musselburgh Festival: Fancy dress parade and Festival Day among events still to come
THE Musselburgh Festival is set to come to an end this weekend as the attractions for all generations continue to feature at the annual community event. Alistair Barclay, president of the Honest Toun’s Association which organises the festival,
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Paul McLennan MSP column: Rebuilding trust in Holyrood a key mission
THE recent Scottish Social Attitudes survey gives an insight into Scottish public opinion on many issues, including views on both Holyrood and Westminster. Produced every year since the Scottish Parliament was set up, the 2023 survey was reported
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Record-breaking Himalaya climb attempted in memory of Musselburgh boy
A FAMILY friend took on the challenge of a lifetime in the Himalayas to raise funds for a children’s cancer charity in memory of a young footballer from Musselburgh. Paddy Jumelle, a 47-year-old housing officer from Penicuik, is hoping to raise
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Chance to try coastal rowing being offered by county club
A CHANCE for people to try coastal rowing is being offered next weekend. Boatie Blest Coastal Rowing Club is having a ‘come and try’ session at Port Seton Harbour next Saturday (August 3). The county club has been running since 2010. Anyone
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County rugby stalwart gearing up for new challenge
CHRIS Dean has left Edinburgh Rugby after more than 150 games for the Murrayfield side. The centre, who came through the ranks at hometown team North Berwick and Edinburgh Academy, spent a decade with the Capital club. Now he has been released
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Search on for an East Lothian local hero to attend special Scottish Parliament event
THE search is on for a local hero as East Lothian residents are being asked to nominate friends and family members who deserve recognition. All Members of the Scottish Parliament will be proposing a constituent as their ‘local hero’. Paul McLennan
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In memorium: death notices in the East Lothian Courier this month
The East Lothian Courier has published 26 death notices this month. Every week, the East Lothian Courier publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print,
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New homes approved at site, despite criticism they will be ‘yet more white render’
A CALL for “more imaginative designs” has not been enough to stop plans for four houses in Dunbar getting the go-ahead. Permission was given in February 2021 for four homes to be built in the garden grounds of Lochend Lodge, off the town’s Lochend
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Teenage drug dealer caught after taking £16,000 of cocaine with him on a bus
A TEENAGE drug dealer has been remanded in custody after he was caught taking £16,000 of cocaine with him on a bus. Ashawn Studholme was stopped by police after he had travelled overnight on a bus from London to Edinburgh with a large consignment
