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Edinburgh charity launches Christmas Card Campaign to curb loneliness this winter
From: @edinreporter.bsky.social
Vintage Vibes invites you to spread festive cheer and tackle loneliness by sending a personalised card to someone living alone in the city.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/communi...
From: @edinreporter.bsky.social
Vintage Vibes invites you to spread festive cheer and tackle loneliness by sending a personalised card to someone living alone in the city.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/communi...
November 7, 2025 at 12:33 PM
Edinburgh charity launches Christmas Card Campaign to curb loneliness this winter
From: @edinreporter.bsky.social
Vintage Vibes invites you to spread festive cheer and tackle loneliness by sending a personalised card to someone living alone in the city.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/communi...
From: @edinreporter.bsky.social
Vintage Vibes invites you to spread festive cheer and tackle loneliness by sending a personalised card to someone living alone in the city.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/communi...
Explore low-carbon futures at Orkney International Science Festival
The programme includes visits to Burgar Hill to learn directly from the skilled efforts of communities – past and present – in building a sustainable and resilient Orkney.
Find out more 🔗
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/environ...
The programme includes visits to Burgar Hill to learn directly from the skilled efforts of communities – past and present – in building a sustainable and resilient Orkney.
Find out more 🔗
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/environ...
July 23, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Explore low-carbon futures at Orkney International Science Festival
The programme includes visits to Burgar Hill to learn directly from the skilled efforts of communities – past and present – in building a sustainable and resilient Orkney.
Find out more 🔗
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/environ...
The programme includes visits to Burgar Hill to learn directly from the skilled efforts of communities – past and present – in building a sustainable and resilient Orkney.
Find out more 🔗
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/environ...
Campaigners and communities across Scotland, including Stonehaven, banded together to pressure governments into taking action against plastic pollution ahead of the #GlobalPlasticsTreaty negotiations in August.
Publication: The Bellman
Full story here 🔗
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Publication: The Bellman
Full story here 🔗
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/solutio...
July 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Campaigners and communities across Scotland, including Stonehaven, banded together to pressure governments into taking action against plastic pollution ahead of the #GlobalPlasticsTreaty negotiations in August.
Publication: The Bellman
Full story here 🔗
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/solutio...
Publication: The Bellman
Full story here 🔗
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/solutio...
The best stand up acts at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Publication: Midlothian View
The Midlothian View shares its top picks for comedy acts performing at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
📷 Marc Jennings photo by Rebecca Need-Menear
Publication: Midlothian View
The Midlothian View shares its top picks for comedy acts performing at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
📷 Marc Jennings photo by Rebecca Need-Menear
July 10, 2025 at 2:14 PM
The best stand up acts at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Publication: Midlothian View
The Midlothian View shares its top picks for comedy acts performing at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
📷 Marc Jennings photo by Rebecca Need-Menear
Publication: Midlothian View
The Midlothian View shares its top picks for comedy acts performing at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival.
📷 Marc Jennings photo by Rebecca Need-Menear
Sharing Scotland’s stories of anti-war activism & peace campaigning
"The project is about the many and varied experiences of peace work from across Scotland and its island communities"
Do you have stories to tell about your ancestors’ that might shed light on local contributions to global events?
"The project is about the many and varied experiences of peace work from across Scotland and its island communities"
Do you have stories to tell about your ancestors’ that might shed light on local contributions to global events?
July 4, 2025 at 12:56 PM
Sharing Scotland’s stories of anti-war activism & peace campaigning
"The project is about the many and varied experiences of peace work from across Scotland and its island communities"
Do you have stories to tell about your ancestors’ that might shed light on local contributions to global events?
"The project is about the many and varied experiences of peace work from across Scotland and its island communities"
Do you have stories to tell about your ancestors’ that might shed light on local contributions to global events?
Scotland is in the throes of a massive expansion of onshore renewables.
But the level of community-owned onshore wind is way behind the Scottish Government's own targets.
The Power Shift explores how we can maximise this renewables revolution.
Read here 🔗
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But the level of community-owned onshore wind is way behind the Scottish Government's own targets.
The Power Shift explores how we can maximise this renewables revolution.
Read here 🔗
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/communi...
July 4, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Scotland is in the throes of a massive expansion of onshore renewables.
But the level of community-owned onshore wind is way behind the Scottish Government's own targets.
The Power Shift explores how we can maximise this renewables revolution.
Read here 🔗
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/communi...
But the level of community-owned onshore wind is way behind the Scottish Government's own targets.
The Power Shift explores how we can maximise this renewables revolution.
Read here 🔗
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/communi...
Across Scotland there has been an increase in the number of children needing foster care at the same time as a fall in the number of foster carers.
Now Inverclyde Council are offering more money for foster carers in a bid to attract Scots to the vital role.
📸 Two kids playing by Kindel Media
Now Inverclyde Council are offering more money for foster carers in a bid to attract Scots to the vital role.
📸 Two kids playing by Kindel Media
July 4, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Across Scotland there has been an increase in the number of children needing foster care at the same time as a fall in the number of foster carers.
Now Inverclyde Council are offering more money for foster carers in a bid to attract Scots to the vital role.
📸 Two kids playing by Kindel Media
Now Inverclyde Council are offering more money for foster carers in a bid to attract Scots to the vital role.
📸 Two kids playing by Kindel Media
Rhinns Lighthouse Festival and Book Festival this August
From stories by the sea to celebrations of coastal heritage, two unique festivals on Islay — Rhinns Lighthouse Fest and Islay Book Festival — shine a light on Islay's cultural scene this summer.
Publication: The Illeach
📸: Alexey Demidov
From stories by the sea to celebrations of coastal heritage, two unique festivals on Islay — Rhinns Lighthouse Fest and Islay Book Festival — shine a light on Islay's cultural scene this summer.
Publication: The Illeach
📸: Alexey Demidov
June 27, 2025 at 10:48 AM
Rhinns Lighthouse Festival and Book Festival this August
From stories by the sea to celebrations of coastal heritage, two unique festivals on Islay — Rhinns Lighthouse Fest and Islay Book Festival — shine a light on Islay's cultural scene this summer.
Publication: The Illeach
📸: Alexey Demidov
From stories by the sea to celebrations of coastal heritage, two unique festivals on Islay — Rhinns Lighthouse Fest and Islay Book Festival — shine a light on Islay's cultural scene this summer.
Publication: The Illeach
📸: Alexey Demidov
Sri Lankan cuisine finds a home on Glasgow’s food map
Publication: Migrant Women Press
A blend of tradition with a modern twist, Kofi Kade and Ceylon Tea Bar in Glasgow are more than just Sri Lankan restaurants. They are a celebration of Sri Lankan culture and a fusion of flavours in every bite.
Publication: Migrant Women Press
A blend of tradition with a modern twist, Kofi Kade and Ceylon Tea Bar in Glasgow are more than just Sri Lankan restaurants. They are a celebration of Sri Lankan culture and a fusion of flavours in every bite.
June 19, 2025 at 3:53 PM
Sri Lankan cuisine finds a home on Glasgow’s food map
Publication: Migrant Women Press
A blend of tradition with a modern twist, Kofi Kade and Ceylon Tea Bar in Glasgow are more than just Sri Lankan restaurants. They are a celebration of Sri Lankan culture and a fusion of flavours in every bite.
Publication: Migrant Women Press
A blend of tradition with a modern twist, Kofi Kade and Ceylon Tea Bar in Glasgow are more than just Sri Lankan restaurants. They are a celebration of Sri Lankan culture and a fusion of flavours in every bite.
Refugee Week 2025 runs from 16 to 22 June, with World Refugee Day being observed on 20 June.
In light of that, here are some illuminating facts about refugees and asylum seekers to bust the harmful myths surrounding those seeking refuge in Scotland & the UK.
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In light of that, here are some illuminating facts about refugees and asylum seekers to bust the harmful myths surrounding those seeking refuge in Scotland & the UK.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/refugee...
June 19, 2025 at 1:33 PM
Refugee Week 2025 runs from 16 to 22 June, with World Refugee Day being observed on 20 June.
In light of that, here are some illuminating facts about refugees and asylum seekers to bust the harmful myths surrounding those seeking refuge in Scotland & the UK.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/refugee...
In light of that, here are some illuminating facts about refugees and asylum seekers to bust the harmful myths surrounding those seeking refuge in Scotland & the UK.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/refugee...
Ramatu Umar Bako, shares her journey growing up as a third culture kid across four continents. From feeling disconnected from her Nigerian roots to finding belonging in Scotland, she explores how multiculturalism shaped her identity, values and deep commitment to building inclusive communities.
June 18, 2025 at 2:13 PM
Ramatu Umar Bako, shares her journey growing up as a third culture kid across four continents. From feeling disconnected from her Nigerian roots to finding belonging in Scotland, she explores how multiculturalism shaped her identity, values and deep commitment to building inclusive communities.
@shetnews.co.uk: Marine litter concern as tangled gannets found dead in Shetland
A fresh call has been made to keep the seas and environment tidy after more gannets were spotted over the last few days tangled in marine debris – with two dead.
A fresh call has been made to keep the seas and environment tidy after more gannets were spotted over the last few days tangled in marine debris – with two dead.
June 11, 2025 at 4:42 PM
@shetnews.co.uk: Marine litter concern as tangled gannets found dead in Shetland
A fresh call has been made to keep the seas and environment tidy after more gannets were spotted over the last few days tangled in marine debris – with two dead.
A fresh call has been made to keep the seas and environment tidy after more gannets were spotted over the last few days tangled in marine debris – with two dead.
Misinformation is rising, news deserts are growing and trusted journalism is under threat. A new campaign calls on government to support a plan to revive local news — and you can help by signing the petition this Indie News Week!
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www.scottishbeacon.com/news/local-d... @publicinterestnews.org.uk
June 11, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Misinformation is rising, news deserts are growing and trusted journalism is under threat. A new campaign calls on government to support a plan to revive local news — and you can help by signing the petition this Indie News Week!
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/local-d... @publicinterestnews.org.uk
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/local-d... @publicinterestnews.org.uk
@lochsidepress.bsky.social: U-turn by Scottish Government halts Flamingo Land plan
The Scot Gov reversed its stance, halting Flamingo Land's £40m resort plan for Loch Lomond. The development has faced mounting opposition due to environmental concerns and the potential impact on the national park.
The Scot Gov reversed its stance, halting Flamingo Land's £40m resort plan for Loch Lomond. The development has faced mounting opposition due to environmental concerns and the potential impact on the national park.
June 11, 2025 at 11:28 AM
@lochsidepress.bsky.social: U-turn by Scottish Government halts Flamingo Land plan
The Scot Gov reversed its stance, halting Flamingo Land's £40m resort plan for Loch Lomond. The development has faced mounting opposition due to environmental concerns and the potential impact on the national park.
The Scot Gov reversed its stance, halting Flamingo Land's £40m resort plan for Loch Lomond. The development has faced mounting opposition due to environmental concerns and the potential impact on the national park.
We're working with partners across the country: @shetnews.co.uk, @greatergovanhill.com , @bylines.scot, @lochsidepress.bsky.social, @ampaipear.bsky.social, Kyle Chronicle, Forres Local, Glenkens Gazette and The Bellman.
How is this affecting you? members.scottishbeacon.com/callouts/the...
How is this affecting you? members.scottishbeacon.com/callouts/the...
May 29, 2025 at 12:34 PM
We're working with partners across the country: @shetnews.co.uk, @greatergovanhill.com , @bylines.scot, @lochsidepress.bsky.social, @ampaipear.bsky.social, Kyle Chronicle, Forres Local, Glenkens Gazette and The Bellman.
How is this affecting you? members.scottishbeacon.com/callouts/the...
How is this affecting you? members.scottishbeacon.com/callouts/the...
From @edinreporter.bsky.social: Age Scotland launches Act Now, Age Better campaign
With an ageing population, people are living longer but not exactly living longer in good health. Age Scotland stress that with the right choices in midlife, we can help ourselves to maintain a healthier later life.
With an ageing population, people are living longer but not exactly living longer in good health. Age Scotland stress that with the right choices in midlife, we can help ourselves to maintain a healthier later life.
May 28, 2025 at 1:56 PM
From @edinreporter.bsky.social: Age Scotland launches Act Now, Age Better campaign
With an ageing population, people are living longer but not exactly living longer in good health. Age Scotland stress that with the right choices in midlife, we can help ourselves to maintain a healthier later life.
With an ageing population, people are living longer but not exactly living longer in good health. Age Scotland stress that with the right choices in midlife, we can help ourselves to maintain a healthier later life.
From @greatergovanhill.com: Rent caps are gone—how can tenants can fight back?
W/ Scotland’s rent cap scrapped last month, residents run the risk of being hit with unaffordable rent hikes, some as high as 100%. Housing campaigners warn of a deepening crisis and urge tenants/communities to organise
W/ Scotland’s rent cap scrapped last month, residents run the risk of being hit with unaffordable rent hikes, some as high as 100%. Housing campaigners warn of a deepening crisis and urge tenants/communities to organise
May 28, 2025 at 12:33 PM
From @greatergovanhill.com: Rent caps are gone—how can tenants can fight back?
W/ Scotland’s rent cap scrapped last month, residents run the risk of being hit with unaffordable rent hikes, some as high as 100%. Housing campaigners warn of a deepening crisis and urge tenants/communities to organise
W/ Scotland’s rent cap scrapped last month, residents run the risk of being hit with unaffordable rent hikes, some as high as 100%. Housing campaigners warn of a deepening crisis and urge tenants/communities to organise
From @shetnews.co.uk:
Shetland’s main foodbank has raised alarm over a growing number of residents seeking emergency support, citing limited access to services, and the cost of living crisis as key factors. The situation highlights the broader social challenges facing communities across Scotland.
Shetland’s main foodbank has raised alarm over a growing number of residents seeking emergency support, citing limited access to services, and the cost of living crisis as key factors. The situation highlights the broader social challenges facing communities across Scotland.
May 22, 2025 at 7:57 AM
From @shetnews.co.uk:
Shetland’s main foodbank has raised alarm over a growing number of residents seeking emergency support, citing limited access to services, and the cost of living crisis as key factors. The situation highlights the broader social challenges facing communities across Scotland.
Shetland’s main foodbank has raised alarm over a growing number of residents seeking emergency support, citing limited access to services, and the cost of living crisis as key factors. The situation highlights the broader social challenges facing communities across Scotland.
The UK Supreme Court’s ruling that legal definitions of ‘man’ and ‘woman’ are based on biological sex has sparked fierce debate across Scotland. Trans rights advocates, politicians, community groups and legal experts warn the decision oversimplifies complex realities, putting trans people at risk 🔗
May 21, 2025 at 10:25 AM
The UK Supreme Court’s ruling that legal definitions of ‘man’ and ‘woman’ are based on biological sex has sparked fierce debate across Scotland. Trans rights advocates, politicians, community groups and legal experts warn the decision oversimplifies complex realities, putting trans people at risk 🔗
From Glenkens Gazette: The Optimistic Environmentalist—Electric Cars
A Glenkens couple share their real-world experience buying and running an electrtic car covering costs, range, towing, and practical tips for Scottish drivers with mobility needs and pets.
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A Glenkens couple share their real-world experience buying and running an electrtic car covering costs, range, towing, and practical tips for Scottish drivers with mobility needs and pets.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/solutio...
April 30, 2025 at 2:40 PM
From Glenkens Gazette: The Optimistic Environmentalist—Electric Cars
A Glenkens couple share their real-world experience buying and running an electrtic car covering costs, range, towing, and practical tips for Scottish drivers with mobility needs and pets.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/solutio...
A Glenkens couple share their real-world experience buying and running an electrtic car covering costs, range, towing, and practical tips for Scottish drivers with mobility needs and pets.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/solutio...
From @shetnews.co.uk: Politicians sign oil and gas jobs pledge after open letter from isles businesses
Shetland’s MP and MSP have signed a pledge to protect oil and gas jobs after posters put up in local shops accused the two of not backing the sector.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/local-d...
Shetland’s MP and MSP have signed a pledge to protect oil and gas jobs after posters put up in local shops accused the two of not backing the sector.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/local-d...
April 30, 2025 at 11:44 AM
From @shetnews.co.uk: Politicians sign oil and gas jobs pledge after open letter from isles businesses
Shetland’s MP and MSP have signed a pledge to protect oil and gas jobs after posters put up in local shops accused the two of not backing the sector.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/local-d...
Shetland’s MP and MSP have signed a pledge to protect oil and gas jobs after posters put up in local shops accused the two of not backing the sector.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/local-d...
Forres Local: Local pubs in Scotland urged to adopt ‘lifeline’ codeword as part of licensing application
Local pubs are being urged to adopt the nationally recognised 'Ask for Angela' scheme after a recent test revealed that several local venues didn’t understand the codeword.
📸 cottonbro studio
Local pubs are being urged to adopt the nationally recognised 'Ask for Angela' scheme after a recent test revealed that several local venues didn’t understand the codeword.
📸 cottonbro studio
April 30, 2025 at 10:32 AM
Forres Local: Local pubs in Scotland urged to adopt ‘lifeline’ codeword as part of licensing application
Local pubs are being urged to adopt the nationally recognised 'Ask for Angela' scheme after a recent test revealed that several local venues didn’t understand the codeword.
📸 cottonbro studio
Local pubs are being urged to adopt the nationally recognised 'Ask for Angela' scheme after a recent test revealed that several local venues didn’t understand the codeword.
📸 cottonbro studio
From @greatergovanhill.com: A community-led event in Glasgow shed light on the hidden impact of gambling. With fresh initiatives and a call for stronger regulation in Scotland, local voices are demanding action.
Photo by Karen Gordon 📸
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/communi...
Photo by Karen Gordon 📸
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April 10, 2025 at 12:29 PM
From @greatergovanhill.com: A community-led event in Glasgow shed light on the hidden impact of gambling. With fresh initiatives and a call for stronger regulation in Scotland, local voices are demanding action.
Photo by Karen Gordon 📸
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/communi...
Photo by Karen Gordon 📸
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/communi...
Writer 'Newbie' shares their opinions on proposals to lift the alcohol ban in Scottish football stadiums, weighing up the pros, the cons and sharing some personal insights from the last football match they attended at Hampden.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/opinion... (Photo: on Wikimedia by Goodreg3)
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/opinion... (Photo: on Wikimedia by Goodreg3)
April 10, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Writer 'Newbie' shares their opinions on proposals to lift the alcohol ban in Scottish football stadiums, weighing up the pros, the cons and sharing some personal insights from the last football match they attended at Hampden.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/opinion... (Photo: on Wikimedia by Goodreg3)
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/opinion... (Photo: on Wikimedia by Goodreg3)
From Crail Matters: An opinion piece on litter and the socially conscious act of picking it up on your morning jog
Writer and 'plogger' Newbie shares their opinion on the mentality behind littering and the solutions they've worked into their daily routine.
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Writer and 'plogger' Newbie shares their opinion on the mentality behind littering and the solutions they've worked into their daily routine.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/solutio...
February 25, 2025 at 3:20 PM
From Crail Matters: An opinion piece on litter and the socially conscious act of picking it up on your morning jog
Writer and 'plogger' Newbie shares their opinion on the mentality behind littering and the solutions they've worked into their daily routine.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/solutio...
Writer and 'plogger' Newbie shares their opinion on the mentality behind littering and the solutions they've worked into their daily routine.
www.scottishbeacon.com/news/solutio...