Past meets present in this stunning Aberdeenshire Georgian home
It has been 10 years since Julie and Graeme Hoyle set eyes on this Georgian mansion, which dates back to 1790.
Dr Tariro Gandiya on a new way of life on Orkney
Tariro Gandiya fell in love with Orkney after her degree in medicine at Aberdeen University saw her visit the island for her remote and rural placement. Now a speciality doctor, she never imagined that she would start a new life in Orkney with her family
Striking out on our own: Shining a light on the people of the isles
We’ve all dreamed of a more simple way of life, free of stress and the constant chime of technology. The idea of running your own croft can seem rather appealing on a Monday morning, as you face yet another traffic jam.
Explore the outdoors: ‘Why I can’t wait to return to Haddo House and Country Park’
Having moved to Aberdeen three years ago, I have always marvelled at just how quickly you can escape the city for the glorious countryside.
From student digs to open plan haven: Old Aberdeen property undergoes amazing transformation
You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, or so the saying goes.
Meet the Stonehaven composer behind the soundtrack of new Scottish film Connect
Music has an incredible power, the impact of which is universal.
‘Music is my medicine’: Aberdeen teenager finds voice after battle with serious condition
Lauren Yule is softly spoken, and flushes crimson when talking about herself.
To rent for £650 per month: One-bed but lots of space in Aberdeen’s Ferryhill
A one-bedroom flat doesn’t have to mean small, as proven by this gorgeous pad in the Ferryhill area of Aberdeen.
For offers over £730,000: Aberdeenshire home offers period splendour in a secluded setting
Secluded and filled with original features, there’s something mesmerising about Carronbank House.
Discovering the shocking scale of deprivation in the north and north-east
A little boy sent to nursery without underwear. A woman arriving at the labour ward with no toiletries or spare clothes. A family sleeping on a mattress on the floor because they cannot afford a bed.
Blue Toon quine and global best-seller Estelle Maskame is heading into unknown territory for next book
Estelle Maskame can usually be found typing away on her laptop, which is not particularly unusual for a 22-year-old.
GALLERY: Disney bring magic to P&J Live with skating performance
You don’t have to be a child to appreciate some fairytale magic, as proven when Disney on Ice skated into Aberdeen.
GALLERY: Aberdeen’s ‘Whyte House’ is ready for a new resident
Home is a sense of belonging, of family occasions where you return year upon year to your old bedroom – where the old posters stubbornly cling to the wall.
Explore the outdoors: Enjoy a clifftop adventure on Orkney
There is many a stunning walking route on the rugged islands of Orkney, and this impressive coastal circuit is no exception.
Willows Animal Sanctuary: Offering a second chance to creatures great and small
Jailbird is not your average cockerel. Feisty would perhaps be a polite description of his rambunctious personality.
Would you climb one of Scotland’s most treasured mountains, only to discard rubbish along the way?
Banana skins, used tissues, plastic bottles and an empty peanut packet from 1987 – these are just some of the items discarded on the highest mountain in the British Isles.
GALLERY: This beautiful £1million Aberdeen home is bursting with history
The leafy green of the Virginia creeper has turned to burnished red, and the climbing plant will soon shed its fiery foliage as winter sets in.
Stand up for silly: Poet Doug Cairns returns to the stage after brain injury
It’s difficult to miss Doug Cairns, with his bright patterned shirt and unmistakable pink glasses.
Staying out after dark: Meet the people keeping Aberdeen and Inverness ticking over at night
It’s Saturday night and the drinks are flowing as people raise their voices to be heard over the sound of live music.
VIDEO: Behind the scenes of this Aberdeen chapel’s dramatic transformation
The soft pink granite sparkles in the gloom, and appears even more beautiful with age.
On top of the world: Crane driver Hugh reveals why he has dream job
Hugh MacLeod doesn’t like talking about himself.
LONG READ: The story of The Association of American Women of Aberdeen
There is a cacophony of barking as Sarah Ashley opens the door.
‘I had a vision’: Builder crafts stunning home in Aberdeenshire woodland
Tucked away in a secluded hollow, you’d be forgiven for missing Lochside Lodge altogether.
FEATURE: Why crippling anxiety is on the rise in children
The waiting room is bright and welcoming, with cheerful staff on reception.
Meet Zoe, the Labrador cross helping rid Orkney of drugs
Few people can take their pet to work with them, but Kevin Moar does exactly that.
Minimalist’s heaven on Earth: Perfect period property on the market for offers over £725,000
Hayley MacLeod can’t stand clutter.
Could veganism be the answer to saving the planet?
Would you cut out meat and dairy to save the planet?
Powering the NHS: North-east blood bikers on a mission to serve
Neil Powers is a familiar sight in Aberdeen, with his fluorescent jacket and emblazoned motorbike.
Explore the outdoors: Discovering Orkney’s beautiful beaches and a challenging cliff-top walk
If you want to appreciate the beautiful beaches of Orkney and enjoy the thrill of a cliff-top walk, this route could well be for you.
‘Having a positive attitude has really helped me – along with a sense of humour’
Nikki Etheridge oozes positivity, and her can-do attitude will no doubt see her cross the finish line of the upcoming Great Scottish Run.
Meet the team behind the first-ever hospital art gallery at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary
The room is stark, white and almost silent, as the occasional visitor pauses to admire the exhibits.
FEATURE: Batgirl Adaica Rodriguez to the rescue
If you listen carefully you can hear the soft beat of wings in the darkness, with the glimmer of streetlights only a few miles away.