News Centre
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New developers' contributions committee considered
Published on 26 Jun 2019
At the full Council meeting on Tuesday, councillors approved a recommendation for extra training on planning committee issues.
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Public urged to keep eyes open for children at risk
Published on 26 Jun 2019
As Midlothian schools sound the end of term bell, the public are encouraged to be extra observant to help protect potentially vulnerable children.
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Council changes school transport decision
Published on 25 Jun 2019
Midlothian Council has unanimously agreed to reverse a decision taken earlier this year to extend the distance at which school transport is provided from 2 to 3 miles.
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Council agrees Medium Term Financial Strategy
Published on 25 Jun 2019
Councillors have agreed the council's first Medium Term Financial Strategy.
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Plans to keep Gorebridge Station work on track
Published on 25 Jun 2019
New leasing arrangements have been agreed to keep the restoration of Gorebridge Station on track. It is due to be completed in the first quarter of 2020.
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Councillors hear Leadburn junction safety report
Published on 25 Jun 2019
Work to make roads safer along with traffic calming and school safety measures will continue to be prioritised according to need, Tuesday’s full Council agreed.
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New Chair for Integrated Joint Board
Published on 25 Jun 2019
Councillor Catherine Johnstone has been appointed as the new Chair of the Integration Joint Board.
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Flag raising marks Armed Forces Week
Published on 24 Jun 2019
We marked the start of Armed Forces week on Monday 24 June at 9:15am with a flag raising ceremony at Penicuik Town Hall.
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Would you like a place for your child at our new outdoor nursery?
Published on 21 Jun 2019
Would you like your child to experience a classroom “like no other” as Midlothian Council prepares to open the first of two outdoor nurseries?
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Armed Forces Week
Published on 21 Jun 2019
We will be marking the start of Armed Forces week on Monday 24 June with a flag raising ceremony at Penicuik Town Hall.
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Let's Stop, Report and Talk about Scams
Published on 17 Jun 2019
Citizens Advice Scotland is currently running a two week Scams Awareness campaign.
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Special meeting in Dalkeith about residents' parking
Published on 17 Jun 2019
If you have any concerns or questions about parking for residents in Dalkeith town centre then come along to a special meeting on Thursday 27 June at One Dalkeith, South Street.
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Join the audience for Your Question Time
Published on 14 Jun 2019
What matters to you, and your community? Are you looking for some answers from community planning partners? Then why not join the audience for Your Question Time on Tuesday June 25?
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Roads crews out tackling standing water
Published on 13 Jun 2019
We’re reminding residents to take care on the roads after the heavy rainfall last night and this morning.
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Amber warning for rain in place
Published on 12 Jun 2019
An Amber Met Office warning to 'Be Aware' of heavy rain and the potential for flooding is in place for parts of Midlothian.
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Open air concert in King's Park
Published on 12 Jun 2019
Join Midlothian Council’s Ageing Well project for an open air concert at King’s Park in Dalkeith pm Friday 21 June to help celebrate Make Music Day, a global celebration on the longest day of the year
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Park life in Cuiken thanks to improvements
Published on 12 Jun 2019
Cyclists, wheelchair users, parents with pushchairs and locals have been flocking to Cuiken Glen, Penicuik, thanks to recent improvements by Midlothian Council.
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Plaque unveiled to honour key player in D-Day Landings
Published on 6 Jun 2019
Around 150 people gathered in Dalkeith today (Thursday) for the unveiling of a plaque to honour a key player in the success of the D-Day landings.
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D-Day anniversary tribute to Dalkeith man whose weather forecast changed the course of history
Published on 6 Jun 2019
A key player in the success of the D-Day landings is to be recognised in his home town of Dalkeith today with the unveiling of a commemorative plaque.
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What matters to you?
Published on 6 Jun 2019
Thinking ahead can help you get the most out of health and social care appointments
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Unpaid Work pays off for local youth project
Published on 31 May 2019
Local youth organisation Y2K thanks Unpaid Work team for project improvements
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New courses support local business
Published on 30 May 2019
A new programme of workshops and events has been released by Business Gateway Midlothian.
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Our great Outdoors (Festival)
Published on 28 May 2019
Roller skating, evening talks, parkour, walking, cycling and much, much more are on offer at this year’s Midlothian Outdoor Festival.
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Come to Stobhill and Newtongrange masterplans update event
Published on 27 May 2019
Local people are invited to a follow up drop-in event on the masterplans for Newtongrange centre and the nearby Stobhill and Lady Victoria Business Centre.
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Midlothian announces the European Election 2019 local results
Published on 26 May 2019
The European Election results for the Midlothian Local Counting Area have been announced.
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Book launch for Dalkeith: aspects of the history of a Scottish burgh
Published on 24 May 2019
A fully-illustrated book, compiled from articles researched and written by David R Smith and originally published in the Advertiser, will be launched at Dalkeith Library on Friday 31 May.
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Local groups asked to bid for town centre improvement funds
Published on 23 May 2019
Local groups in Midlothian are being asked to put forward funding bids for projects aimed at improving town centres.
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Do you know a creative young person ?
Published on 22 May 2019
Nominate a creative young person for an Arts and Culture Award
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Vandalism closes public toilets
Published on 22 May 2019
Please note the public toilets in Bonnyrigg are currently closed because of vandalism.
