Tag: Olympics

Edinburgh Castle to host free Olympic torch party

Scottish News

Deadline News Journalist - May 7, 2012

SCOTLAND’S Capital is set to host an free party on Wednesday, June 13 at Edinburgh Castle as part of the Olympic Torch Relay. The glittering...

Olympic billboards warn of traffic chaos – 400 miles away

Scottish News

Deadline News Journalist - April 24, 2012

SCOTS commuters have been left scratching their heads after billboards were erected warning of traffic chaos – caused by the London Olympics. Despite being more...

Scots teenager emerges as UK’s brightest skiing hope

Sport

Deadline News Journalist - April 19, 2012

A SCOTTISH teenager has emerged as the UK’s brightest skiing hope in years after sweeping the board at the British championships. At just 18, Alexandra...

Scots Olympic hopeful told how “lost cause” jibe gave her new will to win

In Brief

Deadline News Journalist - April 17, 2012

A TOP SCOTS runner has revealed the secret to her success was being told that she was a “lost cause.” Olympic hopeful Lynsey Sharp, 21,...

Long reach: Scottish boxing ref travels the world to achieve Olympic dream

Scottish News

Deadline News Journalist - March 22, 2012

A SCOTS boxing referee has travelled 54,000 miles in three months to fulfil his dream of officiating at the London Olympics. Andy Caulfield needs top...

Olympic chiefs blame Scottish officials for Castle rings plan

Scottish News

Deadline News Journalist - November 18, 2011

OLYMPIC bosses say plans to hang giant rings from Edinburgh Castle were not their idea. The UK Government claims the decision was made by officials...

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