Viewing platform proposed at Newburgh Beach
Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) have vowed to improve the safety of a colony of seals at a north-east beauty spot.
Trump’s second course for Menie backed by planning chiefs, despite objectors fears for environment
Fears have been raised over the impact of a second golf course at Donald Trump’s north-east resort after planning officers recommended the scheme for approval.
Pensioners who live at Aberdeenshire caravan park face uncertain future after council decision
Pensioners who have made an Aberdeenshire caravan park their home face an uncertain future after the council ruled that the units can not be used as permanent addresses.
Hundreds raised by community for fire-hit Aberdeenshire family
A newly-wed who lost everything in a house fire - bar her wedding gown that was at the dry cleaners - has thanked the community for an outpouring of support.
Expansion plans for Garioch Sports Centre move forward
The expansion of an Aberdeenshire sports centre has been backed by the council - despite concerns over funding from some elected members.
Fundraising golf tournament a big success for Aberdeenshire club
Inverurie-based football team Inverurie Loco Works FC have thanked several local businesses for taking part in its annual golf day tournament.
Princess Anne recognises Inverurie charity for work in Malawi
A north-east charity has received royal recognition for its work to help vulnerable people in Malawi.
Left luggage facility at Aberdeen station to close due to lack of demand
ScotRail has confirmed its left luggage store in Aberdeen will close next month.
Get paid to share opinions on climate change in Inverurie
Keep Scotland Beautiful has launched a focus group in Inverurie to encourage discussion around climate change.
Ellon Ladies Circle celebrate milestone anniversary
Ellon Ladies Circle celebrated their 40th anniversary at the weekend.
Increased home safety visits to prevent ‘accident waiting to happen’
Firefighters have vowed to work with Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire residents to curb the number of potentially fatal chip pan fires in the region.
Milltimber teen launches dog-friendly fundraiser
A 15-year-old has been inundated with requests from pet owners after launching a dog-friendly fundraiser.
Home Delivery Awards: How paper round was an ‘important stepping stone’ in helping these friends pursue their studies
Two firm friends have encouraged young people to consider a paper round ahead of this year's Home Delivery Awards.
Aberchirder and District Men’s Shed scoops ‘Scottish Men’s Shed of the Year’ award
Aberchirder and District Men’s Shed has scooped the award and title of the very first ‘Scottish Men’s Shed of the Year’.
Aberdeenshire doctor’s surgery closing its doors for good following staffing woes
A north-east doctor’s surgery has been forced to close due to a lack of staff.
Dispute over 12ft Lidl sign on Aberdeen street reaches Holyrood
A budget supermarket has been allowed to erect a new sign outside an Aberdeen store after a dispute over the matter reached Holyrood.
Moray Coast Trail launched for NEOS 2019
People in Moray will be able to use a specially created trail map to meet artists and explore their studio space.
Plans for new homes and businesses in Udny
Plans have been lodged for 46 new houses and business space in Udny
Kintore Kids Club praised by inspectors
A north-east kids club is so good children don't want to leave it, a parent has told inspectors.
Schoolchildren in north-east and Highlands thanked for charitable activities
Pupils from secondary schools across the north and north-east have been praised for raising much-needed awareness and funds for a range of social issues impacting their local community.
MP hits out at 10-mile roadwork detour ‘headache’ for drivers
New roadworks mean that commuters will clock up 200 extra miles over the next two weeks, an MP has claimed.
Age Scotland warns more than 280,000 Scots now live with ‘loneliness’
Age Scotland have encouraged people to spend time with their older relatives, neighbours and colleagues in a bid to curb loneliness.
Plans for 32 houses approved – despite fears for Trusty the wildcat
Councillors on the Marr Area Committee yesterday approved plans for 32 houses in Kennethmont, despite residents' concerns for local wildlife.
Obituary: Keen sailor Andrew Kennedy
A keen sailor who helped establish Banff Harbour as a marina, Andrew Kennedy has died aged 88.
Experiences of homelessness in Aberdeenshire and Highlands spurs new legislation
The Scottish Government is to extend a seven-day limit on unsuitable temporary accommodation to protect people at risk of homelessness.
Missing 27-year-old from Aberdeenshire traced after police appeal
Police have confirmed a missing 27-year-old from Luthermuir, Aberdeenshire, has been traced. An appeal for information was issued last night after Matthew Cavanagh was reported missing. The force confirmed today he has been found safe and well and thanked “everyone who shared or otherwise assisted with our earlier appeal for information”.
Lifeboat and coastguard teams called to aid ‘struggling’ vessel
A yacht was pulled to safety during a rescue lasting more than three hours off the Caithness coast last night.
Wullies ready to bid final farewell
An army of Oor Wullie statues arrived at Marischal College this evening.
Woman taken to hospital after two-car crash
A woman has been taken to hospital after a crash on the A944.
Group behind transforming derelict bowling green say they are months ahead of schedule
Residents of an Aberdeen community are celebrating a year since they started work to transform a derelict bowling green.
NHS Grampian will send patients to Angus to curb waiting times
Patients in the north-east will be sent to an Angus hospital in a bid to cut down waiting times.
Major darts competition coming to P&J Live
P&J Live will play host to a major darts competition in the new year.