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Tesco confirm new Edinburgh shop in art deco building - just 150 metres from superstore

Tesco Express will be part of the two-storey red sandstone building, which looks out onto Leith Walk and was first completed in Scottish art Decor style in the 1930s.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 6, 2023

Edinburgh locals baffled over tiny cycle lane on Leith Walk

The red-painted lane for cyclists is a new addition to Leith Walk and is located at the corner at the foot of the walk, where you turn from Duke Street onto Leith Walk.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 3, 2023

Two-way traffic on Edinburgh's Leith Walk to return as tram testing begins

All tram track, overhead line poles and communications and power ducting have been installed and the final section at Picardy Place is being installed over the next two weeks.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 3, 2023

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Locals hit out at new Edinburgh tram map with glaring typo - before it's unveiled

The brand new signs have not been fully unveiled yet but stand near to the Omni Centre and across the road from the St James Quarter.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 26, 2023

Edinburgh locals forced to queue across cycle lane after 'pedestrian safe' redesign

Busy Leith Walk has undergone a major transformation in recent months, in part to allow the construction of tram lines to Newhaven.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 23, 2023

CCTV images released of woman wanted in connection with early-morning street attack in Edinburgh

Emergency raced to Leith Walk at 3.30am on Saturday, November 19.

Daily Record · Jan 19, 2023

Edinburgh pothole spotted on cycle lane before it even officially opens

An Edinburgh resident was left baffled after spotting a pothole on a new section of Leith Walk. The main thoroughfare has undergone a huge amount of work in preparation for the trams extension.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 18, 2023

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Beloved Edinburgh family shop closing down after 88 years due to 'traffic chaos'

Pilrig Motors which is situated on Leith walk will shut on Saturday February 11 due to the tram works carried out close to the store and the retirement of one of the partners.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 14, 2023

Plans for eight new Edinburgh police boxes on busy street to create 'community hub'

If given the green light, the eight new boxes would add to the existing one on Leith Walk and create a new community hub for local businesses and artists to present their work

Edinburgh Live · Jan 10, 2023

Popular Edinburgh bar announces closure as works gets underway on new venue space

Edinburgh Live · Jan 9, 2023

Concerned Edinburgh resident shares footage of 'dangerous trench' outside pub

A video shows unfinished pavement work at the foot of Leith Walk which could lead to pedestrians tripping and injuring themselves according to Edinburgh activists.

Edinburgh Live · Dec 29, 2022

New Edinburgh Trams graffiti branded 'rank' for comparison to Tiananmen Square

The image which sprung up on Leith Walk is a nod to the ongoing dispute between Edinburgh trams and people who are fed up with the tram works in the capital.

Edinburgh Live · Dec 27, 2022

Navigating Edinburgh's Leith Walk 'like playing Russian roulette' for the blind

Responding to claims Leith Walk is a "no go area" for the blind, the council accepted there were "genuine concerns" but said the layout provides "clear segregation for visually impaired pedestrians".

Edinburgh Live · Dec 26, 2022

Edinburgh eatery causes celebrity chef to consult lawyers over name choice

Yotam Ottolenghi has reportedly been in touch with lawyers after a restaurant named after him looks set to open on Leith Walk, although the chef's team have confirmed to Edinburgh Live that it is not one of his restaurants

Edinburgh Live · Dec 21, 2022

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Edinburgh Live · Dec 19, 2022

Busy Edinburgh Subway branch on Leith Walk up for sale after massive refit

An exciting opportunity for any foodie has presented itself as a popular sandwich shop at the foot of the walk in Leith has gone up for sale offering support and training from the franchise.

Daily Record · Dec 18, 2022

Remarkable moment locals lift abandoned car blocking traffic on Edinburgh street

The rogue vehicle was blocking traffic on Leith Walk, and locals tried desperately to put a stop to the madness.

Edinburgh Live · Dec 17, 2022

Incredible moment Edinburgh locals lift abandoned car blocking buses on Leith Walk

The rogue vehicle appeared to be blocking traffic in both directions on Leith Walk, with locals helping to move the car out of the way as a huge stretch of traffic was caught up in the madness

Edinburgh Live · Dec 17, 2022

Edinburgh driver crashes into tramworks as police rush to late night collision

Pictures from junction at Montgomery Street on Leith Walk on Friday night show a silver van being recovered from the centre of the tram line after an apparent crash late at night

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Edinburgh Live · Dec 16, 2022

Edinburgh drivers caught flouting rules at busy junction again following complaints

In recent months, local councillors, police and residents have raised concerns over drivers turning left or right onto Brunswick Road, off Leith Walk, as fines have been issued to dozens of drivers for ignoring road signs

Edinburgh Live · Nov 18, 2022

Restaurant group behind Bertie's and Vittoria to 'reinvent Italian cuisine' with new launch on Leith Walk

Antoneita will open on Leith Walk in place of La Favorita, both of which are owned by the successful Vittoria Group who run multiple restaurants across the city such as Taste of Italy, Bertie's and Divino

Edinburgh Live · Nov 3, 2022

Why this Edinburgh man is standing in traffic to help city deal with rogue drivers

The concerned Edinburgh resident took matters into his own hands when drivers continued to flout the rules and put vulnerable pedestrians in danger at a busy junction.

Edinburgh Live · Oct 31, 2022

Edinburgh police in crack down on dangerous drivers at Leith Walk junction

Edinburgh North East Police have issued an update about traffic enforcement and police presence on Leith Walk following community complaints about Brunswick Road Junction.

Edinburgh Live · Oct 29, 2022

Nicknames that Edinburgh folks will always pick over the real place names

Areas up and down the country have made their own unique names for spots in their patch, and here in Edinburgh we've made up a few over the years that would likely confuse visitors.

Edinburgh Live · Oct 28, 2022

Edinburgh trams take action after rule breaking drivers almost run over man

Several residents had complained after some near misses that drivers were ignoring clear signage that directs them not to turn onto Brunswick Road from Leith Walk.

Edinburgh Live · Oct 26, 2022

Edinburgh man almost run down by rule breaking motorists on busy street

The concerned pedestrian shared a video of several vehicle turning into the junction despite there being a green man showing and signs directing them not turn onto the street.

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