1+ day, 7+ hour ago   (422+ words) A RUGBY player has brushed off injury to reach the finish line in a gruelling 50k challenge. Charlie McLean successfully tackled the long-distance event at the Hills & Horizon event in Selkirk in aid of Haddington RFC. Later this year, the Neilson…...

1+ day, 10+ hour ago   (465+ words) WE TAKE a look at the stories making headlines in East Lothian 25, 50 and 100 years ago. THE Tartan Army were making headlines in the East Lothian Courier on September 7, 2001. It has long been known that the enthusiasm of the Tartan Army…...

4+ day, 6+ hour ago   (146+ words) THE East Lothian Courier has published three death notices in the last week. Every week, we publish death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. Here are the most recent notices placed in…...

5+ day, 10+ min ago   (391+ words) Alistair was presented with the honour in Brora by the Lord Lieutenant of Sutherland, Patrick Marriott. (Image: Gordon Symon) A WELL-KNOWN former hotel manager has been awarded an MBE for his long-standing service to charity and the community. Alistair Risk,…...

6+ day, 12+ min ago   (757+ words) THE Loch Centre was transformed into a “florists and chocolate shop all rolled into one” when customers learned that well-known receptionist Janette Henderson was to retire after 40 years. Janette started working at the venue in March 1986 and has “absolutely loved…...

1+ week, 21+ hour ago   (551+ words) CONCERNS that a new cemetery is being treated like a “farmer’s field” has prompted calls for the installation of a boundary wall, amid reports of fly-tipping and dogs running loose. Residents said that Drummohr Cemetery's open appearance and limited boundary…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago   (200+ words) A WHEELCHAIR accessibility scheme has made it possible for more families to enjoy a sunflower trail in full bloom. Beach Wheelchairs teamed up with Balgone Farm to improve access to its popular sunflower trail, providing two all-terrain chairs for visitors…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (659+ words) A CELEBRATION to mark Stoneyhill Primary School’s 30th anniversary has been described as “incredible” by organisers, who welcomed celebrity Grant Stott to officially open the event. The Scottish broadcaster, radio DJ, television presenter and pantomime star visited Musselburgh for Stoneychella 30, an…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (242+ words) A MUSSELBURGH hair and beauty salon is hosting a charity day this month. Funds raised at the event, organised by Lady Boss Hair & Beauty Academy, will go to the Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity. Last year, the salon decided to hold…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (377+ words) MILLIONS of pounds are being spent to improve breakfast club provision across the country. Local authorities will share £15 million to deliver free breakfast clubs for primary schools across Scotland from August next year. The announcement follows the opening of new…...