Tranent

Tranent Loch Centre

Swimming pool at Loch Centre closed 'until further notice' after roof 'issues' found
The swimming pool at the Loch Centre in Tranent is to remain closed until further notice after “issues” with the roof of the building were discovered during maintenance works.

Steve Byrne has been appointed as director of TRACS. Image: Neil Hanna Photography

Tranent folk musician ‘delighted’ to be arts group’s new director

Pool is among the games on offer at the event

Pool, darts and more at games night in Tranent

Johnnie Cope’s Road. Image: Google Maps

Council set to close Johnnie Cope's Road: proposal branded 'insane'

Tranent's fireworks display was a great success in 2022

Tranent: Hope restored that fireworks display will return after 'successful' meeting

Tranent Library (Image: Newsquest)

Tranent Library to open on a Saturday

The Fraser Centre

Two movies being screened at The Fraser Centre

Tranent Co-op Funeralcare handed out 12 hampers to local heroes across the county

County heroes recognised with hampers for their hard work

Tranent, Wallyford and Macmerry ward councillors Colin McGinn and Lee-Anne Menzies are offering in-person surgeries. Images: East Lothian Council

In-person surgeries with Tranent, Wallyford and Macmerry councillors return

Kittens were advertised as being for sale (stock image)

Woman defrauded animal lovers by pretending to sell them kittens

Tommy (right) and his Japanese business partners at the British embassy in Tokyo. Left: Maiko with a product from ENSC

Former The Fall guitarist and entrepreneur visits Japan to promote skin care business

Claire McNaughton rescued people on a trip to Nepal 25 years ago

Peeps into the past: Headlines in the Courier 25, 50 and 100 years ago

Tranent Medical Practice

Councillors slam abuse of staff at Tranent Medical Practice

David Russell-Fitzgerald, principal teacher of guidance at Ross High School, next to the school’s display for LGBT History Month

Three schools’ great work towards LGBT inclusion recognised with Silver Charter award

Johnnie Meechan and wife Evie (inset), and some of the donations

Johnnie Meechan raffling off prizes for foodbank drive

County school and nursery pupils enjoyed Burns Supper events

PICTURES: County school and nursery pupils enjoy Burns Supper events

Kavelle Knox, 18, is running a raffle to raise funds for her trip to South Africa to teach children sports and English

Tranent teenager running fundraisers for educational trip to South Africa

Tranent 25 Burns Cub held its Burns Supper last week. From left: Member Clive Gillie, president Robert McNeill, toastmaster Cameron Goodall, member Gordon Jamieson, vice president James Bruce, and piper Jordan Allan

Club Burns Supper returns after pandemic

Roadworks are planned for the A1 in the coming weeks. Main image: Google Maps

Roadworks on A1 to start as repairs carried out on bridges

Tranent Cemetery

Tranent Cemetery almost full as council look for new location

East Lothian Co-operative Bowling Club. Image: Google Maps

County bowling club’s £80k for CHAS

John Crescent, Tranent. Image: Google Maps

Mum's disgust at dog mess outside home

Tranent Juniors in action against Celtic B earlier this season in October 2022.

Tranent Juniors beaten by Celtic B as race for Lowland League title intensifies

Tranent Loch Centre

Loch Centre in Tranent closed for a week for maintenance work

Bisset and Steedman's premises on Tranent High Street. Image: Bisset and Steedman Facebook page

End of an era as electrical appliance store leaves Tranent after 90 years

The van was picked up by a recovery truck after breaking down. Image: Bell 2 Bell Recovery & Car Disposal Facebook

Kind residents ensure ice cream van isn't licked

Tranent Medical Practice. Image: Google Maps

Health centre receptionist gives emotional account of abuse staff face

Lynn Boulton has retired from her role as a support teacher at Ross High School

Tranent: ‘Everyone will miss’ retiring Ross High support teacher Lynn

A Spark the Park event was run by East Lothian Play Association in Tranent in October 2022

Seminar to be held for inclusive play spaces in Tranent

A Just Giving page has been started for four-year-old dog Evie

County woman appeals for help to cover £6,000 vet bill for four-year-old dog

Tranent Library

County library's free coat service continues this month

Traffic was seen held up along Elphinstone Road due to the light error

Tranent: Road users left frustrated as temporary traffic lights stuck on red

From left: East Lothian Community Hospital, Police Scotland and Scottish Ambulance Service staff received selection boxes as a thank you

Tranent funeral directors hand out chocolate gifts to groups

Members of Tranent Wombled posted pictures online of rubbish found behind Aldi in Tranent

Tranent: Recycling area closed after becoming hotspot for flytipping

Members of the first team helped collect donations for East Lothian Foodbank

County football players offer helping hand to foodbank

The vehicle was discovered on Saturday at Myles Farm, about a mile-and-a-half south-west of Tranent. Image: Google Maps

Tranent: Burnt-out car linked to attempted murder

An artist's impression of how the new housing at the Windygoul development could have looked. Image: East Lothian Council planning portal

Plans for 195 homes, business units, shop and restaurant in Tranent turned down

Rocky (left) helped keep owner Lynne and sister Willow (right) safe after an alleged attempted housebreaking

Tranent: Brave dog to the rescue after alleged attempted housebreaking

Award winners at the Scottish EDGE awards

East Lothian company celebrates £100,000 funding award

Councillors will consider plans for nearly 200 homes to the south of Tranent next week

Councillors urged to reject plans for nearly 200 homes

A road closure will be in place along the B6371 at Ormiston Road just outside of Tranent. Image: Google Maps

Road outside of Tranent to close for five days next week

Meryl Williams (third right) is aiming to start a career in television after success on The Traitors. Image: BBC/Studio Lambert

The Traitors winner Meryl Williams aiming for career in television

Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Man in court charged with attempted murder following alleged incident in Tranent

Police have charged a man in connection with an incident on Northfield, Tranent. Image: Google Maps

Man charged in connection with incident in Tranent which left a 55-year old injured

East Lothian Camera Shop staff outside the shop. Image: East Lothian Camera Shop Facebook

County photography business to close its doors after 46 years

Edinburgh Sheriff Court

Sentence deferred for abuse of ex-partner

Food donated to East Lothian Foodbank's Jingle Bags appeal

Volunteers can help spread Christmas cheer with Xmas food deliveries

Ross High School Christmas Fayre

Ross High School's Christmas fayre proves a hit

Brian (right) and son Stuart outside a fire truck at South Queensferry Station where Stuart works

Long service County man still fighting fires after 40 years’ service

The vehicle had been set on fire and was left in a field next to Birsley Brae Road

Van destroyed after fire service find it on fire in county field

Walk With Scott

Foundation helping out county groups with generous donations

Edinburgh High Court

Violent rapist facing lengthy prison sentence for brutal abuse of four victims

Santa Tours of Tranent and Beyond 2021. Pictured from left to right: Freya Knox, Colin McGinn, Paula Waugh, Eva Knox

Councillors to put on Santa costume and tour county towns this week

Johnnie Cope's Road at the north side in Prestonpans. Image: Google Maps

Possible closure of road from Prestonpans to Tranent ‘a matter of life and death’