Monthly Archives: October 2014
When Sorry Is Not Enough
Edinburgh’s Millie Gray continues the story of Sally, her family and friends, including the friends who would make good enemies. Four years on, the remarkable Sally has overcome her lack of education and opportunity and forged a career for herself as a … Continue reading
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A Doors Open Day Marathon
Yes, a marathon! 26 venues. A huge debt of appreciation is due to the behind-the-scenes office workers at the Cockburn Association and Civic Trust for organising Doors Open weekend. Their office was the penultimate venue I visited, tucked away down … Continue reading
Spirit
As the Sarah Midnight trilogy reaches its conclusion I can’t help but reflect on the journey the author Daniela Sacerdoti, has taken herself.
Local Projects win National Awards
Two local groups have been recognised at the Age Scotland Awards for their work in making life better for elderly people. Volunteer Midlothian’s Community Links Dementia project and the Citadel Arts Group, based in Edinburgh, were presented with the Patrick Brooks Award … Continue reading
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Signed, Sealed, Delivered, Puppy Finds New Home
Postmen and dogs may not always be considered the best of partnerships but that certainly isn’t the case at Dogs Trust West Calder, where the local postman has become best friends with a very special four-legged resident. Royal Mail postie William Hunter was … Continue reading
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