John Hislop

Galashiels, United Kingdom

Sports and Crime Correspondent at The Edinburgh Reporter

Freelance Journalist and Correspondent at Freelance

Reporter at Newsquest

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Special constables thanks for delivering more than 55,000 volunteering hours last year

2 days ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | John Hislop

It followed two days of workshops and delivery at the Scottish Police College, Tulliallan and was arranged by the Volunteer Coordination Unit. Around 100 special constables attended and were addressed by Deputy Chief Constable Jane Connors who also opened the event on Saturday, 10 May. The police volunteers received a range of input on roads policing, public order, conflict management and the work of a police search advisor.
Investigation underway after two cars stolen from outside house in Bathgate

2 days ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | John Hislop

Around 3.35am on Monday, 12 May, 2025, officers received a report that access had been gained to a house in Bisset Place, Bathgate and a grey coloured Range Rover, VRM YL67 BZN, and a blue Ford Transit van, VRM BN64 XXZ had been stolen. The Transit van was recovered in Poltonhall, Bonnyrigg after it had crashed. It has been removed for forensic examination. Enquiries carried out have established that attempts were made at two other properties in Bisset Place today but they were unsuccessful.
Hibs Player of the Year Nicky Cadden says his hard work has been worth it

2 days ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | John Hislop

The left wing-back piped Martin Boyle, Rocky Bushiri, and Nectar Triantis to the coveted award, and received it in his first season with the club. When speaking to Hibs TV after the awards ceremony, the 28-year-old described his immediate emotions. “It’s massive. I’m very happy. It shows all my hard work has been worth it. “There are a lot of good players and good people in the dressing room that have played really well this year. I’m just delighted it was me.
What European competition will Hibs feature in next season?

2 days ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | John Hislop

One more victory in their final two games should be enough to see Hibs finish in third place thanks to their vastly superior goal difference. IF Aberdeen can win their final two matches. Hibs face St Mirren in paisley on Wednesday night whilst challengers Aberdeen host champions Celtic. All David Gray’s men need to do is match the ‘Dons result and they could go into Saturday’s game against Rangers safe in the knowledge that third place is all but guaranteed. Aberdeen travel to Tannadice on Saturday.
Two games to go and three points clear at top of SWPL table

3 days ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | John Hislop

Yesterday the team drew 2-2 with Glasgow City at Meadowbank. The visitors broke the deadlock after seven minutes with a successful corner turned in by Kimberly Smit. Kathleen McGovern and Eilidh Adams turned the game around following an early City opener, but substitute Nicole Kozlova earned her side a point with a smart second-half finish.
Nicky Cadden named Hibs Player of the Year

3 days ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | John Hislop

The Hibs left-wing back has won the award in his first season at the Club piping Rocky Bushiri, Martin Boyle, and Nectar Triantis to the prize as voted for by the fans. Nicky Cadden has been a key player registering 11 goal contributions. The 28-year-old won the SPFL Player of the Month award for December and has played a key role in the 17 match incredible unbeaten run.
Police growing increasingly concerned for missing teenager

3 days ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | John Hislop

She was last seen around 8pm on Saturday 10 May 2025 on the Water of Leith Walkway near to Great Junction Street. She is described as white female 5’2 (157 cm) in height with short brown hair. When last seen, she was wearing a grey Nike t-shirt, black trousers, white and grey Nike trainers. It is believed that she was also carrying a skateboard. The teenager is known to frequent skate parks in Leith and other locations such as the city centre. She also has access to public transport.
Darren McGregor's youngsters claim CAS Elite Under-18 League title

3 days ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | John Hislop

Hibs took the lead in the fourth minute through a magnificent 25-yard strike from Jamie McMurdo that left Kilmarnock keeper Craig Campbell stranded in the centre of his goal. The youngsters doubled their lead in the 20th minute when Josh McDonald’s corner evaded everyone curled in at the back post.
Hibs players will take Celtic defeat "on the chin" says Martin Boyle

3 days ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | John Hislop

Hibs took the lead through Boyle’s first-time finish but two goals in the space of five minutes from Nicolas Kuhn and Adam Idah before half-time turned the game on its head before Reo Hatate added a third in the second half. Speaking to Hibs TV after the match, Boyle shared at the timing of the goals conceded. He said: “It was a tough one today – we gave ourselves a glimmer of hope but shot ourselves in the foot in the end.
Hibernian FC pays tribute to 'saviour' Sir Tom Farmer

3 days ago | theedinburghreporter.co.uk | John Hislop

An emotional statement published on the club’s website reads:“Hibernian FC has lost a huge figure from its history with the passing of Sir Tom Farmer yesterday. He was 84. He had an association with the Club which spanned most of three decades, 25 years of which he was principal shareholder. “When Sir Tom Farmer looked back on his long association with Hibernian Football Club, his chosen highlight was no surprise.