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When Edinburgh legend Ken Buchanan paid for homeless pregnant woman to live in hotel

Leith resident and friend of Ken Buchanan, Lindsay Malone, told an account of when he paid for her mother to stay in a hotel when pregnant after she had been made homeless.

Edinburgh Live

Pals of Edinburgh's Ken Buchanan fondly remember the man who never changed despite fame

Close friends said he always knew he wanted to be a world champion boxer not for the fame or the money but for himself and spent years dedicated to this goal.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh and Scotland's oldest wine merchant loved by writer Charles Dickens

Established in 1796, Cockburns of Leith claims to be Scotland's oldest wine and spirit merchant ad once served the likes of Sir Walter Scott, Charles Dickens and King George IV.

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Kevin Nisbet Hibs transfer future discussed by Lee Johnson as key challenge set as interest mounts

The Easter Road hitman was the derby day hero as the men from Leith grabbed the bragging rights last weekend and kept top six destiny in their own hands going into the final round of fixtures.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh locals speak of 'relief' as they get first glimpse of trams to Newhaven

There is varied opinions about the trams and especially in the Leith Walk as many residents have criticised the cost, time spent and the disruption that the trams have supposedly caused to the area.

Edinburgh Live

Plans to turn former Edinburgh whisky warehouse into a tattoo studio

An office building in Leith could be transformed into a tattoo studio should plans be approved, with a new application

Edinburgh Live

The idyllic Edinburgh wine bar named one of the best waterfront restaurants in the UK

Overlooking Leith's popular waterfront, this wine bar and restaurant has just been picked out as one of Scotland's top entries on the Times' best UK riverside pub list.

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Hibs' win over Hearts lands 'really special day' tag as Paul Hanlon reacts to derby day assist

Lee Johnson's men grabbed the capital bragging rights thanks to Kevin Nisbet's second-half winner at a sold-out Easter Road as the men from Leith keep their top six destiny in their own hands

Edinburgh Live

Righting toppled ship in drydock will be ‘very complicated’, warns marine expert

The Petrel tipped to a 45-degree angle at Imperial Drydock in Leith, Edinburgh, last month.

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Historic Edinburgh Victorian tram cable wheels to be put on permanent public display

The wheels were discovered at the Pilrig Street junction with Leith Walk in August 2021 during the Tram to Newhaven excavations. A permanent public display will be established to view the wheels

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh cranes spotted at RV Petrel which tipped over at Leith Docks injuring 35

After the RV Petrel tipped on March 22, it's been unclear when the operation to readjust it would take place - though locals have now spotted two cranes at work.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh flat in former whisky warehouse with views of Arthur's Seat hits market

The flat is situated just a minutes walk from Leith's Shore area and has breathtaking views of Arthur's Seat. Those selling the property are looking for offers over £245,000.

Edinburgh Live

Incredible interactive new website brings parts of Edinburgh back to life

Interactive website brings Leith as it was in 1892 back to life using historic street map data interlaced with old photographs, newspaper clippings, post office directory listings and people's own memories.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh pub owners open up about vandalism due to support of LGBTQ community

The team at the popular Dreadnought Bar in Leith posted on Facebook to talk candidly about the heat they have received over the Pride Bridge they created in support of the LGBTQ+ community.

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Quirky Edinburgh pie and coffee cafe put up for sale just two years after opening

A much-loved Edinburgh cafe in the heart of Leith is up for sale as the owners have 'other business commitments.' Since opening in 2021, Chums has been a popular spot of locals.

Edinburgh Live

First look inside Edinburgh's new high-rise distillery with jaw-dropping views

Set to be Edinburgh's newest and most exciting visitor attraction, the Port of Leith is the UK's first vertical whisky and is set to offer plenty for visitors and locals alike.

Edinburgh Live

Concerned Edinburgh residents spot 'oil slick' in Water of Leith as investigation launched

Environmental experts have launched an investigation after concerned residents raised the alarm after spotting an 'oil leak' in the water of Leith on Thursday.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh's Leith Walk will partially close again as tram works continue

Leith Walk will be closing again just one month after roads were open in both directions. This comes after three years of disruption as tram lines were being installed in the area.

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Edinburgh's five Michelin star restaurants and how much it costs to eat at them

Edinburgh is home to some of the finest restaurants anywhere in the UK, and with the 2023 Michelin Guide for Great Britain and Ireland being unveiled, there are now five restaurants in the capital that have attained coveted Michelin stars.

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh's Leith Walk needs new bollards 'urgently' due to safety concerns

A Leith Walk councillor said bollards were vital in order to protect pedestrians but stressed they should be "aesthetically pleasing" and not "plasticy".

Edinburgh Live

Edinburgh police officer fined for making illegal turn at 'lawless' junction

The incident took place at the top of Leith Walk in December last year when the unmarked car made a left turn onto London Road with several pedestrians crossing the road when a green man was showing

Daily Record

Matthew Hoppe reveals Hibs Euro target and the Chris Wilder snub firing his hunger

Towering striker has made a quick impression in Leith after moving on loan from Middlesbrough in January.

Edinburgh Live

Seven casualties remain in Edinburgh hospital following US navy ship incident

NHS Lothian has said that seven people remain in hospital following the tipping of the US Navy Ship at a dry dock in Leith. 35 people were injured in total during the emergency incident.

Daily Record

Leith Docks incident: Seven people remain in hospital after US Navy ship topples

NHS Lothian said five people remain at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh this afternoon following yesterday's major incident. Another two are in the care of NHS Fife.

The Independent UK

Seven still in hospital after US Navy research ship toppled in dry dock

A major incident was declared after the Petrel tipped over on Wednesday morning in Leith, Edinburgh.

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