Dreaming of starting your own business? Look to your hobbies first
They say that to love what you do, you must simply do what you love.
Met Office issue snow and ice warning for north and north-east
The Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and ice across the north and north-east.
Revised movie studio plan could bring Hollywood to Perthshire
An historic Perthshire estate is working on a fresh plan to lure big name Hollywood productions to the area.
Man sustains serious injuries after disturbance in Highland village
A man has been taken to hospital with serious injuries following a disturbance in Castletown.
Public urged to remain vigilant following counterfeit currency incidents across north-east
The public are being advised to remain vigilant following a number of incidents across the north-east involving counterfeit currency.
Energy transition cannot ‘come at cost’ of north-east jobs, MSPs warn
The Scottish Government’s energy transition plans cannot “come at the cost” of north-east oil and gas jobs, Aberdeenshire MSPs warned yesterday. North-east Labour MSP Lewis Macdonald said the region’s workforce cannot be “devastated” by the shift to low carbon energy. >> To read more on Energy Voice, click here <<
Man arrested after alleged assault on teenager in Aberdeen
A man has been arrested in connection with an alleged assault on a teenage girl in Aberdeen.
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Macdonald Hotels to shed up to 50 jobs at its Bathgate headquarters
One of Scotland's biggest luxury hotel groups is planning to shed up to 50 jobs - citing "economic and political uncertainty" for spiralling costs.
Man arrested following ‘bogus workman’ offences in Fort William
A man has been arrested after reports of "bogus workmen" in Fort William.
Dashcam footage appeal after boats destroyed in a fire at Cove Harbour
Police have renewed their appeal for information after fishing boats and a boathouse were destroyed in a blaze at Cove Harbour.
Bike and television stolen from two properties in Stonehaven
An appeal for witnesses has been launched after a break-in and thefts from two properties in the Farburn Drive area of Stonehaven.
Disruption to ScotRail services between Inverness and Wick
ScotRail passengers have been advised to expect delays and cancellations on services between Inverness and Wick this morning.
Appeal to trace missing Inverness man Alan Munro
Police in Inverness are appealing for information to help trace missing man Alan Munro.
Amec purchase leaves Wood ‘uniquely positioned’ for future energy markets
The £2.2 billion acquisition of Amec Foster Wheeler at the end of 2017 has opened up a host of new opportunities for owners Wood.
Multi-vehicle crash on Aberdeen to Ellon road
Delays are expected following a multi-vehicle collision on the A92.
Pedestrian killed after being struck by van in Forres named by police
The pedestrian who died after being hit by a van in Forres has been named as local man Paul Bell.
A Penny for your thoughts: why my money’s on Mordaunt as the one to watch in 2019
Predictions are a mug's game at the best of times but in the current political climate they are particularly daft.
BiFab ‘days’ from deal to secure fabrication jobs
A deal set to secure 100 fabrication jobs at BiFab’s Arnish yard is “all but done”, it was revealed yesterday.
Best pictures: The Burning of the Clavie through the years
As the Moray fishing village of Burghead prepares to take part in an ancient New Year's tradition on Friday, we took a look back at some of the best pictures captured at the world famous event.
Alex Salmond wins court case against Scottish Government over sexual misconduct claims
The Scottish Government acted unlawfully regarding sexual harassment complaints against former first minister Alex Salmond, Scotland's highest civil court has ruled.
Dundee twins’ Greatest Showman sing-along gets thumbs up from Hugh Jackman
Hollywood star Hugh Jackman has praised a pair of Dundee twins for their performance of a song from The Greatest Showman.
Delays following two-vehicle crash on A92 near Bridge of Don
A two-vehicle crash on the A92 at Bridge of Don has caused delays this morning. The incident, which took place near to the Denmore roundabout, took place at around 8.15am. A police spokeswoman said: “No one was injured in the incident.” Police are currently waiting for the vehicles to be recovered.
Aberdeen Bay wind turbine blade speeds clock in at almost 200mph
Turbine blades at Aberdeen Bay windfarm clocked record speeds during yesterday’s gale force winds, according to the project operator.
Man charged in relation to series of thefts from vehicles in Aberdeen
A man has been charged in relation to a series of thefts and attempted thefts from vehicles in the Seaton, Kittybrewster and Old Aberdeen areas of the city.
Pedestrian dies following collision with a van in Forres
A 58-year-old man has died after being involved in a collision with a vehicle in Forres this morning.
Man dies following collision between pedestrian and van in Forres
Police have confirmed that a man has died as a result of a one vehicle crash in Forres this morning.
Two north primary schools shut due to lack of heating, water and power
A Highland primary school has had to close to pupils today.
One person trapped following two-vehicle crash on A92 at Stonehaven
A woman has been taken to hospital following a two-vehicle crash near the AWPR.
Fire crews tackle fire at Lidl in Forres
Fire crews are currently tackling a fire at the Lidl in Forres.
Car crashes into wall outside Aberdeen store
A car has crashed into a wall outside the B&Q store in Garthdee. A vehicle collided into a wall near the shop in Aberdeen. A fire service spokesman said: “We received the call at 1.49pm. “We sent two appliances to the scene.” It is understood that no one was injured in the incident.
Emergency services at three-vehicle crash on Elgin to Lossiemouth road
Emergency services are currently at the scene of a three-vehicle crash on the A941.