Merchiston is blessed with many beautiful trees. But the leaf litter they create can be a nuisance when it becomes slippery. Importantly it can contribute to flooding when the leaves block up the street drains. Sadly, the City of Edinburgh Council is no longer able to provide a comprehensive leaf clearing service. However, they will …
The Merchiston Community Council Leaf Clearing Project — devised by Joan Houston and run by her with Helen Zealley — had a successful launch on the weekend of 25–26 September. Almost 40 local residents volunteered to help, in response to a local advertising campaign using posters, leaflets and social media. City of Edinburgh Council …
Our next Public Meeting will be held using Zoom on Tuesday 21st September, 7.00 pm — 9.00 pm. See Meeting Agenda for more details. Joining You can join the meeting using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85482760377?pwd=cnhNTWJudkRzN2d2YlBWOTJGei8rUT09 Meeting ID: 854 8276 0377 Passcode: 954904 If you are unfamiliar with Zoom, see these instructions on how to join a …
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Why fallen leaves are a problem The colour of trees turning in autumn can be glorious and we are blessed with many beautiful trees in Merchiston. But things aren’t so great when those leaves start piling up on the pavements and gutters. Some of us may slip on those soggy leaves. And possibly worse, the …
With city gyms still closed, more people are making use of our wonderful city parks for exercise and recreation than used to be the case. The warmer weather helps too, as does the gradual relaxation of lockdown rules determining how many people are allowed to meet up and where — currently up to four individuals from …
Read here for news on Caledonian Railway Path, a new canalside development and a community garden in Hutchison, from local councillor for Fountainbridge and Craiglockhart, Gavin Corbett. Merchiston Community Council is an impartial organisation and publishes information provided by any of our local elected representatives regardless of party allegiance, with the exception of explicit canvassing material. …