http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/prestonpans/ Latest from the online edition en-gb Fri, 03 Sep 2010 03:24:59 +0000 Copyright (C) 2010 Clyde and Forth Press Ltd http://www.clydeandforthmedia.co.uk/feeds/ 20 http://www.clydeandforthmedia.co.uk/furniture/lc_logo_500x75.png http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/prestonpans/ A DEVELOPMENT of 19 flats and two houses is planned at historic Cockenzie House – though a community campaign is about to be launched to transform the former nursing home into a cultural centre. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/09/02/404672-new-use-for-excare-home/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/09/02/404672-new-use-for-excare-home/ Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:22:00 +0100 News COUNTY youngsters were starstruck as they learned hip moves from Britain’s Got Talent favourites Flawless at the official opening of a Prestonpans dance school on Saturday. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/09/02/404673-a-flawless-performance-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/09/02/404673-a-flawless-performance-/ Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:21:00 +0100 News A PRESTONPANS musician and his former bandmates will pay tribute to former Bay City Rollers manager Tam Paton with a weekend of performances at Royal Musselburgh Golf Club. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/09/02/404674-tribute-to-tam-paton-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/09/02/404674-tribute-to-tam-paton-/ Thu, 02 Sep 2010 09:20:00 +0100 News THE recently-appointed new chairman of Cockenzie and Port Seton Community Council (CPSCC) says he has “all the confidence in the world” that the group can attract new members – despite concerns from his predecessor that it will struggle for new blood. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/08/12/403535-community-group-criticised-by-exleader/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/08/12/403535-community-group-criticised-by-exleader/ Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:23:00 +0100 News Prestonpans-based Dalkeith and Monktonhall Brass Band holds a concert next week to celebrate win the title of ‘Scottish Champion Band (section 2)’ earlier this year. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/08/12/403536-were-just-champion/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/08/12/403536-were-just-champion/ Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:22:00 +0100 News THE family of a schoolgirl struck by a car outside St Gabriel's RC Primary in Prestonpans says the issue of road safety around the school needs re-visiting - as pupils prepare to return from their summer break. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/08/05/403270-roads-around-primary-school-still-not-safe-for-kids-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/08/05/403270-roads-around-primary-school-still-not-safe-for-kids-/ Thu, 05 Aug 2010 09:23:00 +0100 News THE newly formed Cockenzie and Port Seton Royal British Legion Pipe Band is to take part in this year's Pipefest Global Challenge event in Edinburgh. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/08/05/403272-newlylaunched-pipe-band-raises-cash-for-cancer-charity-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/08/05/403272-newlylaunched-pipe-band-raises-cash-for-cancer-charity-/ Thu, 05 Aug 2010 09:22:00 +0100 News A UNIQUE sandstone sculpture at Cockenzie and Port Seton's eastern entrance which was destroyed in a car accident last month will not be replaced if an insurance claim by the local In Bloom group is unsuccessful. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/08/05/403275-insurance-fears-for-sculpture-replacement-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/08/05/403275-insurance-fears-for-sculpture-replacement-/ Thu, 05 Aug 2010 09:21:00 +0100 News THE official unveiling of the Battle of Prestonpans tapestry - thought to be the longest ever created - took place close to the battle site this week. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/29/402975-thats-one-bonnie-big-bit-of-tapestry/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/29/402975-thats-one-bonnie-big-bit-of-tapestry/ Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:27:00 +0100 News FOSTER children from across the county are to meet with the Children's Commissioner's office next week in Port Seton. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/29/402998-foster-kids-meeting-commissioner-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/29/402998-foster-kids-meeting-commissioner-/ Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:24:00 +0100 News COCKENZIE and Port Seton's triumphant rowing team scooped more honours at the Portobello Regatta last weekend. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/29/402999-burgh-rowers-clinch-another-skifful-win/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/29/402999-burgh-rowers-clinch-another-skifful-win/ Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:22:00 +0100 News Prestongrange Industrial Heritage Museum was due to re-open yesterday (Thursday) - after a two-and-a-half week closure caused by travellers once again setting up camp at the site. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/22/402748-museums-forced-closure-ends-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/22/402748-museums-forced-closure-ends-/ Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:23:00 +0100 News EDUCATION inspectors have described Preston Lodge pupils as "amazing" after visiting the Prestonpans high school last month, headteacher Gavin Clark has revealed in a letter to parents. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/22/402749-preston-lodge-pupils-amazing-say-inspectors-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/22/402749-preston-lodge-pupils-amazing-say-inspectors-/ Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:22:00 +0100 News A SPECIALLY commissioned stone monument, celebrating Cockenzie & Port Seton's fishing heritage, has been destroyed following a car crash. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/22/402750-burgh-monument-in-pieces-after-car-crash-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/22/402750-burgh-monument-in-pieces-after-car-crash-/ Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:20:00 +0100 News THE winners and nominees of Cockenzie and Port Seton Community Council's annual achievement awards gathered in the Burgh this week to show off their well-earned trophies and certificates. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/15/402453-community-champions/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/15/402453-community-champions/ Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:20:00 +0100 News A COUNTY fisherman had to be rescued by a lifeboat crew after wading into the Forth at low tide off the coast of Prestonpans to catch mackerel. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/15/402455-rnli-rescue-fisherman-trapped-on-rocks-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/15/402455-rnli-rescue-fisherman-trapped-on-rocks-/ Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:19:00 +0100 News A WHOLE host of colourful celebrations are taking place to mark the 265th anniversary of the Battle of Prestonpans. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/15/402456-let-battle-recommence/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/15/402456-let-battle-recommence/ Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:17:00 +0100 News A COUNTY musician who recently played at the Scottish Parliament and Balmoral Castle has released a CD packed full of songs dedicated to East Lothian. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/08/402190-alex-pays-tribute-to-county-in-debut-album/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/08/402190-alex-pays-tribute-to-county-in-debut-album/ Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:24:00 +0100 News A PRESTONPANS play park is to be upgraded following years of campaigning by local groups. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/08/402191-funding-for-cuthill-makeover-secured/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/08/402191-funding-for-cuthill-makeover-secured/ Thu, 08 Jul 2010 09:23:00 +0100 News HUNDREDS of residents turned out on Sunday to wish the Rev Bob Glover a happy retirement when he took his final service at Port Seton's Chalmers Memorial Church. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/01/401962-retiring-minister-bob-wont-stray-far-from-his-flock/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/01/401962-retiring-minister-bob-wont-stray-far-from-his-flock/ Thu, 01 Jul 2010 09:23:00 +0100 News ST GABRIEL'S RC Primary School has been given a glowing report by education chiefs. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/01/401964-top-marks-for-st-gabriels-following-hmie-visit-/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/07/01/401964-top-marks-for-st-gabriels-following-hmie-visit-/ Thu, 01 Jul 2010 09:22:00 +0100 News TWO talented Prestonpans school girls have enjoyed stunning success at the Freestyle Dance World Championships - even though they only took up dancing four months ago. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/06/24/401744-novice-charlis-a-dance-world-champ/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/06/24/401744-novice-charlis-a-dance-world-champ/ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:20:00 +0100 News A booklet detailing the highly successful Prestongrange Community Archaeology Project - which has been running for more than six years - has been produced. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/06/24/401745-digging-deep-for-project-posterity/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/06/24/401745-digging-deep-for-project-posterity/ Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:19:00 +0100 News A PRESTONPANS couple celebrate their golden wedding anniversary this weekend. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/06/17/401527-golden-couple-still-sparkle-after-50-years/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/06/17/401527-golden-couple-still-sparkle-after-50-years/ Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:00:00 +0100 News THE Battle of Prestonpans Heritage Trust has pledged to retain its aims and ambitions despite a discovery that the historic conflict took place further east than first thought. http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/06/17/401528-vision-of-visitors-centre-hasnt-dimmed-despite-battle-relocation/ http://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/roundup/articles/2010/06/17/401528-vision-of-visitors-centre-hasnt-dimmed-despite-battle-relocation/ Thu, 17 Jun 2010 08:55:00 +0100 News