5 h. ago East Lothian pub: Musselburgh pub run by same family since 1858 named among the best in the UK

The pub last won the title in 1998.

Politics

4 d. ago Idyllic Scots seaside town to install dozens of parking meters as council decision branded ‘nonsense’

DOZENS of parking meters are set to be installed throughout an idyllic Scottish seaside town - despite locals branding the council's decision "nonsense". Councillors in East Lothian approved plans for 27 parking meters across a conservation area in North Berwick. But the decision has been slammed as "nonsense" and "bizarre" by objectors. A total of...

Politics

7 d. ago Guillemots washed up dead on Scots shore test positive for bird flu

The birds were discovered dead near the Scottish Seabird Centre at the harbour in North Berwick, East Lothian.

Events

2 w. ago BBC star died penniless living in Scots home with all belongings being auctioned off to settle debt

The BBC chef, who lived in East Lothian at the time of her death, was in thousands of pounds worth of debt when she died.

Economics

3 w. ago Edge Group Scotland prepares for the future with Open Day and exciting reveal

Edge Group Scotland, Musselburgh’s specialist social care provider, is inviting professionals and parents/carers to its 2026 Intake Open Day on Friday 24th October (2pm–4pm) at Edge Group Scotland’s Day Services building, Old Engine House, Eskmills. The event will showcase Edge’s unique specialist supported day programmes for autistic young adults and those with additional support needs — and will also feature the announcement of a brand-new project set to transform opportunities in East Lothian, alongside hints of a whole new dimension being added to Edge’s programmes in 2026.

Politics

3 w. ago Pensioner amongst three arrested during 'brothel' raids as cops storm 9 properties

Cops forced entry into nine properties across Edinburgh and East Lothian.

Events

3 w. ago Man who murdered wife in brutal New Year's Day knife attack facing life in jail

Mompati Dodo Isaacs, 39, claimed he believed his spouse cheated on him as he repeatedly stabbed her on the head, neck and body at their home in East Lothian.

Events

3 w. ago The East Lothian fish and chip shop that was crowned the 'best in Scotland'

"Wow, this might rank in our top five restaurants ever!"

Politics

3 w. ago How you can own a 'charming’ former East Lothian post office

A former post office in a sought-after location outside of Edinburgh has come up for sale.

Politics

4 w. ago Inside the rugged and romantic East Lothian holiday retreat, with its own private beach

This is the perfect spot for a re-charging break

Politics

4 w. ago Discover East Lothian this autumn with walks, woodlands, whisky, beer, pubs, family fun & pumpkins galore

Make the most of the glorious Autumnal days by exploring the attractions and countryside on your doorstep.

Politics