Linlithgow’s Lib Dem Councillor has called on the Scottish Government to build on existing improvements rather than scrap local councils.

Campaigners in the Scottish Borders say windfarm applications should come under the same scrutiny as data centres.

The achievements of young carers in the Scottish Borders are to be celebrated all next week.

A planning appeal was upheld today which allows a Scottish Borders farmer to push ahead with a 76-container site.

A popular Borders gym’s hopes of operating 24 hours a day have been deemed not fit for purpose after concerns from neighbours it would prevent a peaceful night’s sleep.

Health services in the Scottish Borders will come under public scrutiny next month.

Public is given the chance to lend their voice to SELECT’s long-running campaign to make the electrical sector a protected occupation.

Two junior golfers have claimed the inaugural Road to the Home of Golf titles at St Andrews, with 120 young players from across Scotland competing in the new tournament designed to make competitive golf more accessible.

Edinburgh Chamber of Commerce has won a national award for its Rising Stars Leadership Programme, which aims to develop the next generation of business leaders in partnership with the University of Edinburgh.

A new £450m holiday village set to create hundreds of jobs in the Scottish Borders has moved closer to reality.

Members of an all-conquering Scottish Borders football team have reunited to celebrate their “perfect season” half a century ago.

Six new homes are proposed at an historic farm in a rural hamlet in the Scottish Borders.

A stamp of approval has been given to a bid for the conversion of a former Scottish Borders post office into a hot food takeaway.

Fresh questions have been raised over North Berwick’s parking enforcement scheme after Freedom of Information (FOI) data revealed that almost one in four penalty notices issued during its first three months had been cancelled.

Nominations close on Friday, October 23, for Midlothian’s Young People Awards 2026, celebrating the achievements of young people aged eight to 26 across the community.

St David’s Brass is hosting a free Pitch Up and Play session at Vogrie Hall on October 25, giving people aged five to 95 the chance to try brass and percussion instruments with no experience required.

Road Policing officers are appealing for information following a crash in Danderhall.

Falkirk arrived at Easter Road looking to get their second victory of the campaign.

Oisin McEntee spoke to the press after Hearts picked up a point at home to kickstart their European campaign.

This week's top 10 news stories from Midlothian and all arond Edinburgh.

Pupils from Roslin Primary School are pictured helping sow the seeds of a brighter future for local wildlife at Roslin Glen Country Park.

The new A7 junction providing access to Center Parcs Scottish Borders has been completed on schedule, marking a key milestone in the development of the holiday village between Hawick and Selkirk.

A house builder has challenged West Lothian’s rejection of plans to build new homes in the heart of Livingston.

Colin Beattie MSP, Midlothian North, writes his monthly column for Midlothian View.

World-mile record holder and Commonwealth Games gold medallist Josh Kerr will deliver the match-ball at Scotland’s opening Nations Championship game of the season.

A Midlothian charitable organisation has begun a programme of creative activities creating an opportunity for the local community to have better access to the arts.

From today, Scottish households should check their doormats and letterboxes for confirmation they will get £150 off their energy bills this winter.

The points were shared at Tynecastle Park tonight.

South Scotland Green MSP Laura Moodie has called for an “Amazon Tax” on large online retailers to help independent businesses and revive declining high streets across the region.

Plans to convert a former Masonic Lodge in Broxburn have been backed by councillors despite fears about increased traffic.

Plans to restore nearly 1,000 hectares of peat land across four local authorities are set to get underway after farmers came together to support the work.

British and Irish Lions winger Darcy Graham returns from a bicep injury as Edinburgh name their side to face French giants RC Toulon in their opening EPCR Challenge Cup match at Hive Stadium.

Miles Briggs, MSP for Edinburgh and Lothians East, Scottish Conservative & Unionist Party writes his monthly column for Midlothian View.

New legislation strengthens the role of Scottish councils in local decision-making, with COSLA welcoming greater legal protection for local self-government.

Hand washing is crucial for protecting ourselves, our health, and those around us. It is vital for controlling bacteria and helping to limit the spread of viruses.

Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have developed new software that could help scientists build bigger and more reliable quantum computers.