May 11What's On & EventsFlotilla200 2022 marks 200 years since the Union Canal was completed. To celebrate, a huge flotilla is planned for the weekend 20th-22nd May
May 6Local CharitiesMission to Seafarers ScotlandSeafarers are an invisible army without whom worldwide logistics would grind to a halt
Apr 14Local BusinessesWhen choosing glasses is an indulgent personal styling experienceWhen was the last time you chose new glasses, were thoroughly pampered and walked out feeling fabulous?
Mar 16Local HistoryThe Lang and Winding WhangLittle more than a dirt track for millenia, the Lanark Road has seen plenty of action, at times on the edge of momentus events
Mar 16Families & ChildrenSpring cleaning? Don't despair, donate - to local charitiesPersuading your little darlings to part with things is only half the battle. What do you do with it after that?
Mar 9Local CharitiesSupport 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
Feb 9Local HistoryThe Battle of Rullion GreenThe 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
Jan 30Local CharitiesBlood 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."
Dec 21, 2021EnvironmentMerry ChristmasWhen it’s cold, squirrels will tuck themselves away in their drey high up in the canopies and will use their fluffy tails as insulation
Dec 20, 2021Families & ChildrenThis Mum Loves Christmas…but it’s still a lot of work!Two words that strike white-hot fear into most parents: Christmas shopping.
Dec 17, 2021Local ClubsSingergie: The beauty of a choirWe don’t care if you think you can sing or not – that’s the beauty of a choir; there’s safety in numbers
Dec 9, 2021Local BusinessesPrime Sports Physiotherapy"People come not only from a point of injury, but from a point of health to get even fitter and stronger"
Dec 4, 2021HealthFLOAT your way to relaxation and well-beingEnter a deeply restorative, meditative state by weightlessly floating, with all external stimulation completely removed
Nov 19, 2021Food & DrinkSix hour shortcakeAre there ever occasions where we should just accept that good food will be wasted and throw it in the bin?
Nov 19, 2021EnvironmentA prayer of godwitsIt can be really tricky to identify these birds, they don’t have the nickname “little brown jobs” or “LBJ’s” for no reason!
Nov 16, 2021Food & DrinkAvoiding traditional rulesI avoid the ‘rules’ of traditional wine pairing and don’t automatically pair a white wine with white meat and red wine with red meat
Nov 11, 2021Local CharitiesCommunity for Food: So that no local schoolchild will go hungry“The idea for a local food provision service … well, it sort of snowballed!” says Caroline Brown – Tiggy to those who know her. “Back in...
Nov 4, 2021Local BusinessesTop Tips for Creative Gift ShoppingThe themed gift basket or pressie bag is my ‘go to’ when it comes to Christmas shopping,” says Lynn McMurray, owner of Balerno-based home...
Nov 2, 2021Families & ChildrenWeekend forecast…crafty with a chance of glitter!As a parent nothing is as satisfying as finding something new for your bag of tricks
Oct 31, 2021TechnologyNot all fonts are created equalAsk people what the purpose of their website is, and most will tell you the same thing – to promote their business to prospective...