Edinburgh residents urged to celebrate Bonfire Night safely
Following a successful approach last year, when events passed without serious incident, the Council is stepping up preparations to help ensure this year’s fireworks season is safe and enjoyable.
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Tour de France trophy comes to Portobello
A group from Portobello High got to see the Tour de France trophy ahead of going to Paris to speak at the British Embassy
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Getting it right to give every child the best education
Education, Children and Families convenor James Dalgleish writes in today's Scotsman after Scotland slips in education rankings
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Bus lane hours extended in local trial
A new trial to assess whether bus journey times and reliability can be improved by extending bus lane hours launches on Monday, 12 October.
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'Imagine if...' exhibition by school children to open
Children from Granton Primary school have put together a colourful exhibition of their artwork to mark the 30th anniversary of the Old and New Towns World Heritage Site in Edinburgh.
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Granton Waterfront regeneration project enters new phase
Today marks the start of construction on one of Scotland's largest net zero housing developments, bringing the next phase of the Granton Waterfront regeneration project under way.
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Portobello High pupil raises awareness for allergies
A pupil at Portobello High School with life threatening allergies organised a sponsored walk to raise awareness
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Council Leader calls for action to tackle poverty
Speaking at the End Poverty Edinburgh Annual Conference, Council Leader joined campaigners to call for action to challenge the injustice of poverty in Scotland’s capital.
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Volunteering fundamental to the continuing success of our fantastic city
The Lord Provost writes about his role as the City’s Volunteer Ambassador in the Edinburgh Evening News.
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Knife Angel leaves Edinburgh after month-long programme to tackle knife crime
Throughout September, communities across Edinburgh have taken part in activities designed to help people understand the risks associated with carrying knives and explore how to prevent violence.
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City Chambers lights up for Organ and Tissue Donation Week
Chambers light up for awareness of the importance of making your wishes on organ donation known