Midlothian articles
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McDonald’s in Midlothian partners with Youth 2000 to unlock potential in Dalkeith
New research of 2,000 young people aged 16 to 24 across the UK, including those in Scotland has highlighted the impact of growing challenges and uncertainty young people are facing when it comes to the future, with some stark issues raised when it comes to support, career opportunities and safe places to go. Almost 1 in 2 (44%) nationally don’t feel there are enough projects in their area aimed at providing support and opportunities for them. Young people in Scotland feel there is a lack of...
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Midlothian Council promises to clear-up pothole ridden road at Gladhouse after more vehicles damaged
A troublesome pothole-lined road in Midlothian has further angered locals, with motorists reporting recent damage to their vehicles. The B6372 at Gladhouse has had pothole problems in the past, with local residents and passing motorists previously reporting damage caused by the unfit road. That section of the road was repaired at the end of last year, but now locals are fuming at damage caused by a 25 metre stretch of the same road. They say the section between the Pomathorn Penicuik junction...
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Midlothian trees placed under an emergency protection order after reports someone poured 'weedkiller' inside
A group of trees have been placed under an emergency protection order after it was reported someone drilled holes in them and poured in weed killer. Midlothian Council acted after receiving reports of this crime, just months after they called in law officers over the ‘wilful destruction’ of two other trees on the land. A report to councillors this week reveals officers found at least a dozen trees at Newbattle road, Eskbank, had 10mm holes near their bases, and a five-litre pressure spray bottle...