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Planners claimed an extension to the cottage would look into private gardens of new housing, however councillors were shown pictures showing how the homes had surrounded the small stone property

Councillors expressed concern about the impact of holidaymakers staying in the flat in a residential area adding they would not want to live next to it

Debbie has been overwhelmed by the support back home after her celebratory family holiday got off to the worst start imaginable when her mum slipped and fell while unpacking, fracturing her spine and shoulder

A reduced funding offer from Midlothian Council has been rejected by the Integration Joint Board who say if no more money is offered it may have to pull out of plans to provide extra care support at a new £17m housing complex due to open this summer

Planners raised concerns about losing residential accommodation to a short term let when the council's waiting list has more than 4,400 applicants on it

Planning officers refused permission for solar panels on roof of house because it would impact the character of the conservation area in Dalkeith

The additional support needs housing is part of a £17m redevelopment plan by Midlothian Council for the Old Dalkeith High School site which is also providing new council homes

Concerned locals reported seeing emergency services and an explosives unit present in the Mauricewood area of Penicuik after a grenade was discovered and moved to a nearby woodland area

Footage showing crowds in Dalkeith as they await the annual Gala parade has been found online, dating right back to 1926.