Local news: Run for Roy if you have the dedication

It hopes the event on May 22 will raise thousands of pounds in support of the its work, which includes funding research into prevention and early diagnosis, supporting patients, and helping people quit smoking. For more information email [email protected], see www.roycastle.org or telephone 0151-254 7217.

This year's Leith Festival has opened for registration for gala day stalls and other events.

The festival, which will be held from June 10-19, covers 10 different "strands", including comedy, music, literature, film and sport. For full details telephone 0131-555 4104 or visit www.leithfestival.com

Pupils make net safer

Four pupils from Fettes College are marking Safer Internet Day by taking part in the national Young People's Symposium in London tomorrow. Together with 36 other teenagers from across the country, they will discuss how to use the internet safely and pitch their ideas to a team of internet experts.

Spokes folk saddle up for race

This year's SEStran Megacycle will take place on May 1. The ride follows a 20-mile route from Penicuik to Musselburgh. Organisers say they hope to attract 400 riders to take part. For more information see www.sestran-megacycle.co.uk or call Andrew Dougal on 0131-524-5161.

Unlock secret of a happy relationship

Married and engaged couples are invited to a session designed to deepen relationships. Marriage Unlocked is organised by charity Care for the Family and will be held at the Faith Mission Centre in Gilmerton Road on February 18 at 7.30pm. It will be hosted by Richard and Katharine Hill, authors of Rules of Engagement. For details call 01506 846476 or visit www.careforthefamily.org.uk/marriage-unlocked

Pamela woos Woodland Trust to win award

A WOMAN who has contributed to the Woodland Trust in Scotland has been rewarded with a 5000 prize.

Pamela Brydon, from Cramond, scooped the award as part of the organisation's autumn contest. The scheme raised more than 250,000 for the trust's More Trees More Good campaign, and encouraged hundreds of Lothians resident to take up tree planting. Ms Brydon said: "I never expected to win but to contribute to such a worthy cause is inspiration enough to buy a ticket."