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Welcome to Konect magazines!
We are the lifestyle & community magazines for West Lothian and Edinburgh (west).
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Be inspired and informed.
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Positive stories, expert columns, deals, offers and everything you need to know about local life.
Read our July '25 edition 👇
Belvedere: an exotic name for a Bathgate housing estate
The Bathgate housing estate is named after a viewpoint deliberately incorporated into an 18th century designed landscape, likely part of the (long-since lost) Ballencrieff House estate
1 day ago
Normal Ageing vs Signs of Dementia
How do normal signs of aging differ from signs of dementia?
May 11, 2024
Balerno Village Pharmacy – passion for healthcare in the community
"Our focus is very much on providing Balerno village with a health hub people like to visit and trust will help them."
May 9, 2024
Tiphereth - purpose & belonging
Tiphereth is a unique community at the heart of Colinton where people with learning difficulties, staff & volunteers work and grow together.
May 9, 2024
Fancy trying an e-bike?
If you’re thinking about getting an e-bike this summer this is a perfect opportunity to try before you buy.
May 8, 2024
Looking for a new rewarding volunteering opportunity in 2024?
Seagull Trust Cruises, who run free canal cruises for the elderly, infirm and those with special needs are looking for new volunteers at...
Mar 7, 2024
The importance of providing a ‘listening ear"
Expert care from a highly-qualified team specialising in tinnitus, balance disorders and state-of-the-art aids - Almond Hearing
Mar 1, 2024
From inspiration to installation: Kitchen renovation
Before you spend hours looking at showrooms, local kitchen designer Sarah Maguire shares her advice on the top 3 things to think about
Mar 1, 2024
The Water of Leith: a source of high fashion and clear thinking?
Anyone walking along our local river, the Water of Leith, cannot fail to see remains of countless sluices and areas where water driven...
Oct 3, 2023
A new tool library hub for South West Edinburgh
Edinburgh Tool Library is bringing a "hub" to SW Edinburgh, in collaboration with SW Edinburgh 20 Minute Neighbourhood and CVE
May 9, 2023
Reusing IT
Reusing IT sources discarded computers from businesses & organisations , and repurposes them for the benefit of a host of charities
Oct 11, 2022
Tormain Hill - "I was here"
It is here that I have found what I am looking for. On a few of the surrounding boulders of the outcrop are curious markings.
Jul 14, 2022
The vanished village of Oakbank
Oakbank had a life-span of 120 years, from 1864 as a working village for the Oakbank Oil Works, til the last resident moved out in 1984
Jul 5, 2022
Flotilla200
2022 marks 200 years since the Union Canal was completed. To celebrate, a huge flotilla is planned for the weekend 20th-22nd May
May 11, 2022
Mission to Seafarers Scotland
Seafarers are an invisible army without whom worldwide logistics would grind to a halt
May 6, 2022
When choosing glasses is an indulgent personal styling experience
When was the last time you chose new glasses, were thoroughly pampered and walked out feeling fabulous?
Apr 14, 2022
The Lang and Winding Whang
Little more than a dirt track for millenia, the Lanark Road has seen plenty of action, at times on the edge of momentus events
Mar 16, 2022
Spring cleaning? Don't despair, donate - to local charities
Persuading your little darlings to part with things is only half the battle. What do you do with it after that?
Mar 16, 2022
Support a good cause by eating cake!
When you order delicious cakes & savouries from The Larder’s Bakery, the money you spend helps families locally experiencing food poverty
Mar 10, 2022
The Battle of Rullion Green
The battle was sparked when an elderly man was beaten by soldiers for being unable to pay a fine for failing to attend an approved church
Feb 10, 2022
Blood Bikes Scotland - supporting the NHS
“Behind every journey made on the bikes, there’s a patient – someone is waiting for a critical test result, medication or equipment."
Jan 31, 2022
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