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ON THE TRACK OF BERNARD CRICK

RESEARCHER SEEKS EDINBURGH CONNECTIONS It’s now 14 years since the death of one of Spurtleshire’s most esteemed residents, the political theorist…
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HAP-HAPPIEST SEASON OF ALL

It’s almost that time of year again. Don’t know about you, but there’s nothing I love more than busying myself with plans for the big day. Yes, I…
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ISSUE 323 — OUT TOMORROW!

As you read this, advance copies of the November Spurtle have already ensconced themselves in local businesses and libraries like nesting hedgehogs…
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DOG DO IN GAYFIELD SQUARE

Over 100 local residents and at least 50 of their canine companions attended this afternoon’s Halloween Parade in Gayfield Square. Some humans and…
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BONES AND GROANS IN GAYFIELD SQUARE GARDEN

WICKED WOOFS FOR ALL THE FAMILY Over 20 Broughton/Leith Walk businesses are participating in the second annual Gayfield Square Halloween Dog Parade…
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ISSUE 323 – OUT TOMORROW!

As you read this, advance copies of the October Spurtle are already settling on local shelves like autumn leaves in great crunching heaps of red,…
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20 MPH LIMIT SAVES LIVES, REDUCES SERIOUS INJURIES

Edinburgh’s 20mph speed limit has reduced collisions by 40% and casualties by 39%, including a 23% reduction in fatalities and a 33% drop in serious…
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WAVERLEY STATION

It must be a grand piano.  
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POOR PLANNING, POOR PRIORITIES?

This temporary barrier is now semi-permanent at the St James Quarter's Little King St entrance/exit. It's to stop pedestrians accidentally walking…
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COUNCILLORS REFUSE St JAMES SQUARE SPIEGELTENT AND BAR

At the latest Development Management Subcommittee meeting, councillors upheld officers’ recommendations and refused planning permission for an annual…
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