News archive
News published August 2025
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60th Wedding Anniversary of Iris and Hugh Robertson Celebrated
Published 29 Aug 2025
Midlothian residents, Iris and Hugh Robertson, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on 28 August 2025.
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Cleaner, greener council vans hit the road in Midlothian
Published 27 Aug 2025
Two brand new electric vans have joined Midlothian Council’s fleet – the first of 18 zero-emission vehicles arriving this year.
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Launch of ‘Grail Trails’ project opens up Roslin’s hidden gems
Published 27 Aug 2025
Visitors and locals alike are being invited to discover more of Roslin and its stunning surroundings thanks to a new initiative supported by Midlothian Council.
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Work to Repair and Improve Midlothian Council Headquarters Set to Begin
Published 25 Aug 2025
With the main contractor, McLaughlin & Harvey now appointed, work will get underway to repair and enhance Midlothian Council’s headquarters in Dalkeith, delivering improved facilities for customers.
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Midlothian’s New P1 Pupils Have Started School with a Special Handmade Friend
Published 23 Aug 2025
More than 1,000 children who started Primary 1 across Midlothian this August brought a very special friend with them on their first day – their very own “Mid Mouse", lovingly handmade by knitters.
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Step Into Confidence at Midlothian Falls Prevention Community Day
Published 23 Aug 2025
If you are committed to living well for longer, then join us for Midlothian’s first free, fun and informative Falls Prevention Community Day on Thursday 25 September 2025, at the Lasswade Centre.
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Railway model makers on track to help make Midlothian Doors Open Days another success
Published 20 Aug 2025
Thistle Modelmakers will be taking guests on railway journeys across the world as part of Doors Open Days in September.
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Lasswade Road to reopen for Monday 18 August
Published 14 Aug 2025
Lasswade Road, from the roundabout at the A7 to the junction with Captains Gardens, will reopen for Monday 18 August.
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Midlothian’s Young People Awards 2025 launched!
Published 12 Aug 2025
The annual Midlothian’s Young People Awards (MYPA) 2025 are now open for nominations in five categories.
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School transport update
Published 12 Aug 2025
What to do if you have not received a letter about school transport.