New AWPR airport buses set to transform travel in north-east
New bus services were launched yesterday to help business travellers and holidaymakers cut down their travel time to get to the city airport.
Sports pitches boost for Aberdeenshire communities
In line with Aberdeenshire Council’s New Year drive to improve sports provision in the region, councillors yesterday gave two north-east communities a seasonal boost.
Missed bin collections and rat infestations in Oldmeldrum
“Screaming” rats scurrying behind walls have kept residents up at night as parts of Aberdeenshire have been left with uncollected bins.
North-east dancers parade through Disneyland
Dancers from across the north-east put on a show for thousands of onlookers at one of Europe’s most famous tourist landmarks.
World’s biggest inflatable 5k comes to north-east
The world’s biggest 5km race is on its way to the north-east this year.
Efforts of Stonehaven fundraisers praised in parliament
An Aberdeenshire community has been praised in the Scottish parliament for its fundraising efforts.
New defibrillator unveiled by man who was saved by one
A man has unveiled a new defibrillator in a north-east community six months after one of the devices saved his life.
Exotic topiary animals surprise visitors at Castle Fraser
Visitors to a historic north-east estate have been surprised to find it is now home to animals more associated with Africa than Aberdeenshire.
Hundreds of hardy souls brave Stonehaven Nippy Dip
Hundreds saw in the New Year in intrepid fashion yesterday, braving the icy waters of the North Sea to raise money for charity.
Thousands pack streets of Stonehaven to see iconic fireballs display
A capacity crowd of 10,000 people packed into the streets of Stonehaven to witness the annual Hogmanay fireball spectacle.
Train cancellations hit New Year commuters
Festive commuters to the north-east have been dealt a blow after the cancellation of the last service to Aberdeen.
Fishery makes 28ft-long salmon out of logs
A Deeside fisherman has made a salmon out of logs - and named it after the storm that battered the region three years ago.
Food and drink sector concerns over no-deal Brexit
The north-east food and drink sector is bracing itself for a hit in the event of a no-deal Brexit.
North-east school shut for the week due to heating issues
Pupils at a north-east school could be shut out for the rest of the week after being sent home early on Monday.
Award for inspirational teacher at Meldrum Academy
An inspirational teacher has received an award for leadership for “going above and beyond” in her work at a north-east school.
GPs discuss new same-day booking system with concerned patients
Doctors at an Aberdeenshire medical practice have met patients to try and allay fears over a new appointment booking system.
Climber survives 60 foot fall in Cairngorms as Storm Deirdre engulfed party
A climber has spoken of his relief after surviving a terrifying plunge down a perilous mountain face in the Cairngorms.
Gartly school forced to close due to heating problem
A north-east school was forced to close its doors today after its heating failed.
Red squirrel habitat in Banchory Devenick destroyed
A housing developer has been accused of “wreaking devastation” at a north-east squirrel habitat.
Stonehaven homes may be built to bankroll golf course – despite councillor’s ‘slum housing’ warning
More than 90 affordable homes could be built in a north-east seaside town despite warnings they may be “the slums of the future".
MP calls for urgent action over unsafe AWPR crossing
A north-east MP has renewed calls to improve safety on a “terrifying” crossing used by schoolchildren.
Project Wolf: Watch north-east filmmaker’s beautiful documentary of weeks in wilderness
An acclaimed north-east filmmaker has released a documentary which saw her spend weeks in the wilderness.
New £17 million abattoir given go-ahead outside north-east town
A new £17 million abattoir will be built on the outskirts of a north-east town after councillors gave the go-ahead to the plans.
North-east councillor recognised with national award
A north-east councillor has been recognised for his problem-solving efforts with a national award.
Work to begin on Stonehaven flood protection scheme
Work will begin early next year to deliver a long-awaited £16 million flood protection scheme for Stonehaven.
Stonehaven water mains upgrade gets under way
Work to upgrade the water mains in a north-east town gets under way this week.
Environmental charity objects to 26-turbine Glendye wind farm
An environmental charity has submitted an objection to a proposed 26-turbine wind farm in Aberdeenshire.
Council outlaws Kintore’s Christmas lights, branding them ‘too heavy. for the town’s lampposts
A north-east town faces being left without Christmas illuminations after Scrooge council bosses claimed they could be a danger to the public.
Parents bailed out by council as crowdfunding for snow-clearing equipment is a flop
A group of parents who launched a crowdfunding campaign to keep their children's school safe during the winter have been left needing council help after raising just 7% of the required total.
Logie Durno school praised in report
Staff at a north-east school have been praised by inspectors in a new report.
Stand-up stars Daniel Sloss and Jimeoin set for Aberdeen
Two of the biggest names on the UK comedy circuit will make their Aberdeen Comedy Festival debuts when the event returns next year.
Udny residents unite to develop vision for local community
A north-east community has come together to unveil their vision for their village over the next 20 years.