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Premiership boss makes bold statement after VAR decisions impacting Hearts, Hibs and league rivals
A Premiership boss has called for VAR to be binned after the latest controversy arose around the refereeing tech. 10 decisions since February have been deemed to be made incorrectly after intervention from Clydesdale House. That takes the total to 26 for the season, with Hearts and Hibs impacted in the most recent admissions. It has been revealed that Hibs should have had a penalty awarded to them in a clash against St Johnstone which they eventually lost 2-1. The penalty decision which lead to...
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Linlithgow primary pupils launch community cafe to support uniform bank
Pupils from Linlithgow Primary School have launched a community café to raise funds for a local school uniform and equipment bank. The LPS Blether Café - which is run by a group of primary seven pupils - hopes to bring families of pupils from the school together with members of the local community to generate much-needed cash for the School Bank West Lothian. The service helps support families facing financial hardship by providing children with brand new uniforms and equipment required for the...
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Edinburgh for sale: Detached Duddingston three-bedroom bungalow recently extended and refurbished
This detached Duddingston three-bedroom bungalow has been extended and significantly refurbished to create an ultra-stylish family home, and is currently available for offers over £575,000. This home at 49 Mountcastle Drive South enjoys a quiet position on a tree-lined street in the heart of Duddingston. The property has recently been fully refurbished to a high standard and benefits from re-wiring, re-plumbing and all new fittings and fixtures. Open viewing Sunday 2-4pm or telephone VMH on 0131...
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Edinburgh traffic: Long delays on M8 following multi-vehicle crash near Broxburn
Drivers on the M8 are facing ‘severe delays’ following a multi-vehicle crash. The incident took place in the Broxburn area between junctions 2 and 3. It is understood the carriageway is partially blocked in both directions with eastbound delays of around 24 minutes and westbound delays of approximately 14 minutes. Traffic Scotland said: “The M8 Junction 3 is currently restricted in both directions due to a road traffic incident. Road users are advised to use caution on approach and expect...
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Former Hibs star released by club ahead of summer as Rangers retain interest in ace amid off field controversy
As the final weeks of the Scottish Premiership season approach, clubs are getting ready to tackle the transfer window. Players have been tipped to leave, new recruits are expected to arrive and terms will certainly be debated as teams look to bolster their ranks. We’ve rounded up some of the latest transfer headlines in and around the Scottish Premiership this week. Former Hibs goalkeeper Matt Macey is set to be released by current side Portsmouth this summer following the expiration of his...
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Staying, going or loan: Transfer status of Hearts' 32-man squad explained ahead of summer moves
Hearts’ season is drawing to a close with third place in the Premiership all but confirmed. Thoughts are now turning to what might transpire as a busy summer of transfer activity at Tynecastle Park. Recruitment is already underway with Ross County midfielder Yan Dhanda, Livingston defender James Penrice and Motherwell’s Blair Spittal all signed on pre-contract agreements for next season. That is far from the end of it. More incomings and outgoings are certain. So what is likely to happen as...
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‘Devastated’ Edinburgh restaurant staff offer ‘handsome reward’ after beloved colleague is ‘ab-duck-ted’
Staff at an Edinburgh restaurant are offering a reward after a beloved duck ‘went missing’ from the venue. Duck & Waffle, at St James Quarter, took to social media to share the ‘devastating’ news after the disapperance. Posting on Instagram, they wrote: “There’s been an ab-duck-tion. Duncan the Duck is missing from Duck & Waffle Edinburgh, and we need your help to find him. “If you have any information on his whereabouts, please get in touch. There is a reward in place for his safe return.” Alex...
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Busy Edinburgh Sunday market is the ninth most popular food market in the UK outside London, new study finds
A new study has revealed that a busy Edinburgh market is the ninth most popular food market in the UK outside of London. Capital on Tap has revealed the most popular markets in the UK, outside London, based on Google search volume, and the number of Instagram and TikTok posts. Stockbridge Market in Edinburgh ranked as the ninth best, with 9,936 instagram posts and 8,100 Google searches each month. The popular market at Saunders Street started in 2011 and is open every Sunday all year round 10am...
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Andrew McKinlay lands coveted prize after 'top of the class' Hearts work recognised by Premier League chiefs
Hearts chief executive Andrew McKinlay has been awarded SPFL CEO of the Year for a second time. The Tynecastle chief was ranked top amongst his peers in areas including skill in business, football governance disciplines and CSR. He first won the prize in 2022 and has now been deemed worthy of the honour again. He has also been nominated for the overall CEO of the Year prize at the prestigious Football Business Awards in London later this month. A Hearts statement reads: “Hearts continue to scoop...
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Edinburgh steak house creates Taylor Swift inspired cocktail menu with drinks including the ‘Bad Bloody Mary’
It seems the whole of Edinburgh is getting into the Taylor Swift spirit ahead of her visit – and now a local steak house has launched a special cocktail menu inspired by the pop sensation. To celebrate this summer's Eras Tour shows at BT Murrayfield, Le Petit Beefbar on George Street has created a ‘Taylor’s Version’ of its renowned drinks menu. It will be available from May 13, when fans and cocktail enthusiasts alike will be able to enjoy a carefully curated selection of drinks inspired by the...
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Hibs injury updates as Monty seeks wins
Hibs are nursing two key players back from injury – and won’t risk doing long-term damage by throwing them into the closing stages of a lost season. But Nick Montgomery’s men have received a boost with the return to health of an on-loan all-rounder ahead of Saturday’s trip to the Highlands. Monty remains under pressure to turn things around in the closing stages of the campaign after failing to make the top six before the Scottish Premiership split. After beating St Johnstone in Perth in the...
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South Queensferry bakery in former betting shop with incredible views of the bridges set to open this weekend
A new bakery will open in the shadows of the Forth bridges this weekend, specialising in vegan baked goods as well as treats for all tastes. Taking its name from the Gaelic word for Edinburgh - Dùn Èideann - new bakery Dune will start trading on Saturday, with takeaways on offer, and the hope of seating up to 14 people in the former William Hill bookies within a fortnight, once the six staff members get familiar with their surroundings. Owner Lewis Gill, 36, who ran bakeries in Stockbridge and...