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News published August 2024

• Works due to begin on former Cockenzie Power Station site

  Work will shortly begin to create a new link road through the former Cockenzie Power Station site and prepare the area for redevelopment.

  Published 14th August 2024.

• East Lothian Archaeology & Heritage Fortnight 2024

  A series of events and activities to celebrate the richness of East Lothian’s cultural heritage and archaeology will run from 31 August to 15 September.

  Published 13th August 2024.

• Second round of shopfront improvement grant scheme launched in Haddington

  The second round of an initiative to help improve the appearance of Haddington town centre has been launched by East Lothian Council and Haddington & District Community Council.

  Published 9th August 2024.

• Support for trades, construction & retrofit businesses

  Support is being offered to East Lothian-based trades, construction and retrofit businesses to bid for local contracts.

  Published 8th August 2024.

• East Lothian’s National 5 Maths pass rate rises by 11%

  The pass rate for National 5 Maths in East Lothian Council schools has risen by 11% for academic session 2023/24 compared to the previous year, according to new data.

  Published 6th August 2024.

• Defying all odds Maggie Ross celebrates her 100th birthday

  East Lothian Crookston Care Home Resident Maggie Ross celebrates her 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends.

  Published 2nd August 2024.

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