Monthly Archives: November 2013
Christmas Trees Are Green
Nothing beats the smell and look of a real Christmas tree. Some people worry about the waste of a real tree but in actual fact they are not necessarily unfriendly in environmental terms, provided you buy a locally grown tree.
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Christmas Dinner Wines
It’s that time of year again. The table groans under the weight of the feast, and a meal that’s been weeks in the planning is about to be demolished in minutes. Whatever you’ll be cooking this year, it’s definitely worth … Continue reading
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Dr Casey’s Team Scoops Award
Dr John Casey and his transplant team from Edinburgh Royal Infirmary and the Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service scooped the Care for Long-term Illness Award at the Scottish Health Awards 2013 in recognition of the team’s invaluable contribution to Scottish healthcare.Â
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Veterans Charity Benefits from Ball
Edinburgh based veterans charity Back Out There has received a generous donation of £2,000 from the Royal Caledonian Ball. The presentation was made on Thursday 14 November at a lunch hosted by this year’s Chairman of the Ball, Mrs Houston … Continue reading
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The Mining Monks of Newbattle
Newbattle Abbey College hides a wealth of Scottish history. Built on the site of a medieval Cistercian Abbey, the house has been remodelled and extended over several centuries and today showcases the best of Scottish craftsmanship and interior design.
Joey (Or Joanna) is Coming Out
Excited visitors at Edinburgh Zoo have recently been able to catch a glimpse of the UK’s first ever koala joey as it starts to emerge from mum Alinga’s pouch.
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