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. 

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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.

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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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