Lothian and Borders Yeomanry on Parade

the Lothians and Border Yeomanry who have a long historical connection with Dunbar were granted the freedom of East Lothian in a ceremony in the town today. The unit paraded thopugh the High Street to…

Dunbar Community Council Awards Night

The Annual Awards Night was held on 17 June 2019 in the Dunbar Council Chamber. A total of 15 groups and individuals from all walks of life were honoured for their achievements and for their…

Restoration of Sgt Penn’s Memorial now Complete

Sgt Penn was a professional soldier who served with great distinction in the 19th century. He was a survivor of the Charge of the Light Brigade at the Battle of Balaclava, and was at one…

DCC Minutes May 2019

Here are some of the main points from the May meeting; Police have reported a number of instances of anti-social behaviour amongst youths, and some thefts from premises. Many town maintenance issues have been reported…

The Role of the East Lothian Lieutenancy

The Lord Lieutenant is appointed by The Queen and acts as Her Majesty’s representative in East Lothian. In addition there are eight deputy lieutenants who live and work in your area. Deputy Lieutenants are there…

Unveiling a Memorial for two young New Zealand aircrew from WW2

There was a moving ceremony on ANZAC Day today for two young airman from New Zealand who died when their Beaufighter aircraft crashed on a training mission from RAF East Fortune near the end of…