Check out some of our favourite stories from a day of graduation ceremonies at Aberdeen University
An Elgin dad urged others to hold on to their dreams after graduating with a law degree yesterday.
Aberdeen University Graduations: Dame Sue Black awarded honorary doctorate
Aberdeen University welcomed back one of its most distinguished alumni yesterday as Dame Sue Black was awarded an honorary doctorate.
Proud moment for families as students graduate from Aberdeen University
It was a day to remember for students at Aberdeen University yesterday as they were rewarded for years of hard work during the week’s first graduation ceremony.
Sir Tony Robinson collects honorary degree from Aberdeen University
One of the country’s finest comic actors, and the man who brought history and archaeology into the living rooms of the nation, was awarded an honorary Doctorate of Letters during a ceremony at Aberdeen University.
Take a look at some of our favourite 2019 Aberdeen University graduation stories
Aberdeen mum celebrates graduation with a little help from her study buddy daughter
Aberdeen University graduations: Macduff surfer overcomes tragedy to pick up degree
A ground-breaking surfer from the north-east reflected on a “bittersweet” day after overcoming tragedy to complete her degree.
Cash boost for Aberdeen sporting trust
A charity trust set up by Aberdeen’s most famous sporting son has received a five-figure cash boost.
New green space at ARI to encourage patients and visitors to walk and cycle
Plans to create an outdoor green area at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary have been submitted to the council in an effort to encourage people to walk to the hospital.
Concerns about bullying at Aberdeen school which has gone two years without a head teacher
Children at an Aberdeen school which has been without a head teacher for almost two years feel that bullying complaints are not being addressed.
Police appeal as thieves again make off with vehicles from outside Aberdeen homes
Vehicle owners have been warned to keep their homes locked up after Aberdeen was again hit by a spate of car thefts where "opportunistic" intruders crept into homes and stole keys.
Concert to celebrate Aberdeen University professor’s 70 years of service
An Aberdeen University professor has been celebrated with a special concert in recognition of his 70 years of service.
Road closed after body discovered in Aberdeen
A body was discovered near Aberdeen University today.
Successful STEM learning in Moray leads to nationwide roll out
A scheme aimed at improving education in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) has been so successful in Moray that it is being adopted nationwide.
Aberdeen Cycle Forum reveal plans for future, bike-friendly city
A stunning new image shows how the heart of Aberdeen could be transformed to make it truly cycle friendly.
Aberdeen company to raise £10,000 for local children’s charity
Staff at an Aberdeen company are in training after committing to raise £10,000 for charity.
North-east road re-opened after two-car crash
Police were called to an accident on the A92 Stonehaven to Aberdeen road this morning.
City residents angry after fireworks leave children and pets ‘terrified’
Children and pets were scared out of their wits in Aberdeen after a firework display sparked a racket across parts of the city.
Police hunt balaclava-clad gang after car fire leaves children screaming in fright
Screaming children watched in terror after a balaclava-clad gang torched a car on a quiet Aberdeen street.
Edvard Grieg proudly carried Fraserburgh memento with him throughout his life
One of the world’s greatest composers carried a memento of his north-east roots with him throughout his life, researchers have revealed.
Aberdeen woman praised for efforts to raise awareness of rare skin condition
An Aberdeen mum has been personally thanked by the prime minister for her work to raise awareness of a rare condition.
Clay pigeon shoot raises £100,000 for Maggie’s Aberdeen
A north-east cancer charity has raised more than £100,000 at its inaugural clay pigeon shoot.
Overweight men required for heart disease study
Overweight men in the north-east are being invited to take part in a study which aims to find ways of decreasing the risk of heart disease.
Woman taken to hospital after serious accident on A95 Keith to Aberlour road
A woman has been taken to hospital after a serious accident on the A95 Keith to Banff road near Glenbarry Croft. Emergency services were called to the scene at 12.35pm. It is not known the extent of the woman’s injuries. The road is currently closed in both directions between the B9103 and A941.
Inspirational Aberdeen man scoops national ‘community champion’ award
An Aberdeen man has been honoured at a national awards ceremony for those with learning disabilities.
Pensioner killed in horror crash on Aberdeenshire road
An 84-year-old man died when a car crashed into a tree after coming off a north-east road yesterday.
Ramblers Scotland launches awards scheme to get young adults outdoors
A rambling organisation is trying to get more young people outdoors by launching a new awards scheme.
North-east road closed after car overturns
A car overturned onto its roof at Culdrain on the A97 Alford to Huntly road.
The Old School in Westhill brought back to life as charity base
One of the oldest buildings in a north-east town has been restored to vibrant life at the heart of its community.
Kintore Pipe Band to play at top of Bennachie for charity
The members of a north-east pipe band are preparing to hit new heights by playing at the top of Bennachie for charity.
Drop-in sessions will update public on dualling of A96 between Huntly and Aberdeen
A series of drop-in sessions will update north-east communities on the dualling of the A96.
Police appeal for help to catch car thieves as three vehicles are taken in late night raid on Aberdeen home
Thieves made-off with three vehicles in a "frightening" late night raid on a home in Aberdeen.
Campaigners’ hail ‘life-changing’ benefits of north-east road upgrade as date set for transformation of flyover
Campaigners have hailed the “life-changing” benefits of improving a notorious north-east junction after road chiefs set a date for the £300,000 project.