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Commonwealth Games heroes launch search for this year’s local sports stars

Published on 14 Jun 2018

Midlothian’s Commonwealth Games record-breaking bowlers, Ronnie Duncan and Stacey McDougall, are encouraging locals to get nominating for the Midlothian Sports Awards 2018.
Online payments for parents a success

Published on 13 Jun 2018

More than 70% of parents and carers have signed up for Midlothian Council’s new online school payment system, ParentPay, in the first phase of its roll out across the county.
Care experienced celebration takes place at Newbattle Community Learning Centre

Published on 6 Jun 2018

Nearly a hundred people attended a celebration day for care experienced children and young people at Newbattle Community Learning Centre last Friday (1 June).
Counterfeit Goods Warning

Published on 6 Jun 2018

Today on World Anti-Counterfeiting Day, Midlothian Council Trading Standards is reminding the public the reasons why they should not buy counterfeit goods.
Calling all Council Tenants!

Published on 5 Jun 2018

Midlothian Council tenants who want more of a say on housing matters are being urged to consider joining the Midlothian Tenants Panel.
Council steps up efforts to tackle county’s potholes

Published on 5 Jun 2018

Council currently spending an extra £15,000 a week to repair the damage done to Midlothian’s roads following the arctic conditions of February and March.
Pioneering partnership set to deliver world-class learning in the digital age

Published on 5 Jun 2018

As part of Midlothian Council’s ambition to create a world-class education system, a pioneering new Digital Centre of Excellence has been launched this week with the opening of the new Newbattle High School.
Sharing ideas of a town hall for all

Published on 5 Jun 2018

What should a town hall be like in our digital age? See the paper chain of ideas on show in Penicuik Town Hall on Wednesday 13 June
Give your views on grants for local groups

Published on 4 Jun 2018

Midlothian Council is developing a new community grants programme for 2019-21 and is looking for your views.
Statement regarding job losses at Crummock

Published on 1 Jun 2018

Our cabinet member for economic development, Councillor Russell Imrie reacts to news of job losses at the local engineering firm, Crummock.
Resurfacing work on Old Edinburgh Road

Published on 1 Jun 2018

Resurfacing work along Old Edinburgh Road, from the Harrow Hotel junction on Dalkeith High Street to the mini roundabout, starts on Monday 11 June.
Trees and conifers available for community spaces

Published on 31 May 2018

The Land and Countryside team have a number of trees and conifers available for planting in open community spaces (maintained by the council).
Council staff donate their time to help local charity

Published on 31 May 2018

As part of a new pilot project backed by Midlothian Council, 20 of its employees are giving up a few hours each during June to help the Penicuik-based Button Box charity.
Love your garden? It could be a winner!

Published on 30 May 2018

Are you a green-fingered tenant?
Ashleigh is in running for a top award

Published on 29 May 2018

Our participation assistant, Ashleigh Stephen is celebrating after being nominated as a finalist at this year’s prestigious Scottish Social Services Awards on Thursday 6 June.
Diversion of public paths at Mauricewood, Penicuik

Published on 28 May 2018

Public Path Diversion Order proposed to divert existing paths within land at Mauricewood, Penicuik
Penicuik project features in Venice exhibition

Published on 25 May 2018

A project in which young people were asked to contribute ideas on the future of Penicuik Town Hall is currently featuring as part of a major international exhibition in Venice.
Newbattle Community Campus opens doors on Saturday

Published on 25 May 2018

With the pool filled, the library well-stocked and the café’s coffee machine polished to perfection, the Newbattle Community Campus will welcome its first customers on Saturday.
Doorstep crime campaign launched

Published on 22 May 2018

A national campaign warning people about doorstep crime has been launched by Police Scotland in Midlothian. Operation Monarda is a two week campaign running until Sunday 3 June.
New Visitor Pass to Boost Tourism to Midlothian and The Scottish Borders

Published on 18 May 2018

A new visitor pass designed to drive tourism to Midlothian and the Scottish Borders has officially launched today (Friday 18 May).
New outdoor festival launched

Published on 17 May 2018

Midlothian Outdoor Festival to showcase the county’s amazing outdoors.
Have you been scammed using Western Union?

Published on 15 May 2018

If you have ever lost money through a Western Union money transfer scam, then you have until 31st May 2018 to file a claim to try to get your money back.
Report reveals life-changing effects of sport participation in Midlothian

Published on 14 May 2018

During the last academic year there were 92,500 visits made to Active Schools sessions in the Midlothian area – a rise of 15% over the last two years.
Serious fraud investigation report to be heard in public

Published on 11 May 2018

A report on a serious fraud investigation involving Roads Services will be heard in public at a special meeting of Midlothian Council’s Audit Committee on Tuesday 15 May.
Loanhead Centre crowned country’s best community facility

Published on 11 May 2018

The Loanhead Centre was named Community Development Project of the Year at the Scottish Property Awards last week.
Decision made on future of public toilets

Published on 10 May 2018

Midlothian’s five public toilets will remain open following a consultation.
Council approves Single Midlothian Plan

Published on 10 May 2018

Midlothian Council has approved an annual plan which sets out the outcomes local services are expected to deliver for local people.
Licensing policy consultation open - have your say

Published on 10 May 2018

Complete our survey on the draft licensing policy and overprovision statement for 2018
New Provost of Midlothian

Published on 9 May 2018

Councillor Peter Smaill (63) has been elected as the new Provost of Midlothian. A Conservative and Unionist councillor, Councillor Smaill represents Midlothian East.