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The Latest Breaking News from Midlothian

Midlothian residents facing power cuts as Scottish Power issues apology

The entire EH22 postcode has been hit with a power cut this morning, as Scottish Power confirm they were made aware of the outage by 8am - and hadn't been given any advance warning.

Edinburgh Live

Firefighters tackling huge blaze near petrol station in Midlothian

Scottish Fire and Rescue Service crews raced to the scene near the Shell Garage on Mayfield Road in Dalkeith at roughly 7.15pm on Friday.

Daily Record

Midlothian firefighters tackle ongoing inferno next to Shell petrol station

Scottish Fire and Rescue service firefighters continue to battle a raging blaze that has broken out at a building next to the Shell garage on Mayfield Road in Midlothian.

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Emergency fund for Midlothian galas proposed as council raises event costs by up to 100 per cent

The one- year fund has been proposed as a way of recognising the efforts of all the volunteers who have worked so hard to organise this summer's galas as communities continue to recover from the Covid pandemic

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian health and social care hit with 'last minute' cut in council funding

The council leader said the decision to cut some of the money earmarked for health services was one of many 'unpalatable' decisions they had to make after seeing a real terms reduction in their own Scottish Government funding.

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian carer cracked egg over child's head and claimed it was a 'prank'

Ms Gielty was given a 12-month warning following a hearing with the SSSC, who noted that she showed little signs of regret or remorse after the incident which placed the child at risk of "emotional harm"

Edinburgh Live

Midlothian homeowner told they can't split house in two as the garden is 'too small'

The applicant said it had been reported that 30 per cent of Scots now live alone proving there was a need for one-bedroom properties.

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First look inside 'awesome' Midlothian sweet shop opening its doors soon

Sweet Surprise is a brand new confectionery store that is set to open in the Midlothian town of Dalkeith - as shop owners took their followers for a tour around the facilities.

Edinburgh Live

Seven arrested in Edinburgh and Lothians after 'violent incidents and fire-raising'

Seven people have been arrested after warrants were executed at nine properties in Edinburgh, East Lothian and Midlothian following a series of 'violent incidents and fire-raising'.

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Distraught Midlothian woman 'trapped' in her flat as she has to crawl down steps

Laura Wilson feels trapped in her flat after the council failed instal a ramp over the four large steps. Laura has been using a wheelchair full-time since November and is at her wit's end.

Edinburgh Live

Jump Ship Brewing breaks crowdfunding target

Non-alcoholic brewer should now be able to open a new facility in Midlothian this summer

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Midlothian home owner praised for not demolishing house in conservation village

The owners bought the house with planning permission for an extension but found the plans lacked head space on the stairs and attic so lodged a fresh application which was refused

Edinburgh Live

Ex-Ranger star Ian Black given road ban for drink-driving

The ex-Gers midfielder was nabbed driving a van at Dewartown, near Gorebridge in Midlothian.

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New 1,000 Midlothian homes spark fears of giant 'suburbia' swallowing up villages

The housing development will share boundaries with Newtongrange, Mayfield and Gowkshill all of which, it was argued, have their own individual histories and characters

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Midlothian landlady ordered to remove 16 'harmful' UPVC windows after losing appeal

The owner of the flats said replacing the old, deteriorating, timber windows with UPVC had been necessary to protect the health of tenants and failure to get permission first had been an 'honest mistake'

Insider UK

Springfield secures planning consent for Midlothian development

The Lingerwood site could include up to 1,000 new homes

Edinburgh Live

New Midlothian recycling centre gets go ahead despite concerns over dust and wildlife

Councillors received 215 representations from local residents about the planned move by Hamilton Waste and Recycling but were told the site had already been home to other waste firms for more than 20 years

Edinburgh Live

New 1,000-home Midlothian village planned with shops and play parks

A new village in Midlothian made up of 1,000 homes has been proposed by housing developers. The Lingerwood development would create a sense of community in the old mining area.

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Midlothian football club probes 'racist and homophobic' slurs aimed at Bonnyrigg Rose players

Bonnyrigg Rose and Stenhousemuir FC have apologised to each other following the unsavoury events during Saturday’s crunch League 2 match at New Dundas Park in Midlothian.

Daily Record

Clubs probe 'racist and homophobic' slurs aimed at Stenhousemuir FC and Bonnyrigg Rose players

Bonnyrigg Rose and Stenhousemuir FC have apologised to each other following the unsavoury events during Saturday’s cinch League 2 match at New Dundas Park in Midlothian.

Edinburgh Live

Scottish stock car racer killed Navy veteran in crash after 'swigging vodka'

Fortune had been a spectator at a race before the incident took place and the court heard how he took several mouthfuls of vodka. After ploughing into John's vehicle, he drove off and was traced at his father's home in Midlothian

Daily Record

Scots stock car racer 'swigged from bottle of vodka' before killing Navy veteran in crash

Marc Fortune fled the scene on the A92 in Fife and was later traced at his father's home in Kirknewton, Midlothian, the next morning.

Edinburgh Live

Tributes paid to former Midlothian councillor and miner who was an 'inspiration' to others

Alex Bennett was a former miner and NUM representative who helped others in the battle for compensation for industrial injuries standing up for them at tribunals.

Edinburgh Live

Rent rise for Midlothian council tenants of nearly 5 per cent agreed by councillors

A survey of tenants found opinions were split between those who wanted the lowest rent rise to be introduced and those happy with the highest so housing officers proposed splitting the difference and introducing a rent rise of 4.8 per cent.

Edinburgh Live

Last minute deal saves Midlothian jobs as council tax goes up by 5% in council budget

The council has used new powers to extend its loans to reduce debt payments and claw back overpayments to help plug its £14m budget gap but warns unpopular decisions could still be taken when savings proposals are reviewed in June.

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