Brewers put faith in canning
Soaking up the summer sunshine outside a pub, it’s easy to forget all the effort that’s gone into producing a glass of beer.
Raise a glass to tourism
Whisky has a global appeal for visitors who come to Scotland, and the latest figures from the Scotch Whisky Association confirms that appeal, with an estimated whisky export value of about £4 billion to the UK economy.
Scots drink producers getting into the spirit
Scotland’s fast-growing drink industry is not just about whisky, beer and the phenomenal growth of gin-making.
New Entrants Capital Grants Scheme ended early
Applications for the New Entrants Capital Grant Scheme, a key plank of the Scottish Rural Development Programme, will only be accepted for another two weeks.
‘Strongest performers tell a compelling story’
Scotland’s spirits industry has grown exponentially, with HMRC recording a 107% rise in the number of new gin and whisky distilleries across the UK in the past five years.
St Mirren swept aside by impressive Aberdeen
Aberdeen romped into the quarter-finals of the Betfred Cup with ease as they swept a hapless St Mirren aside in impressive fashion at Pittodrie.
Raise a glass to Scotland’s national drink
Like a Swiss watch or French perfume, Scotch whisky is one of the world’s most-renowned products and the UK’s largest food and drink export.
George Mitchell: A holy pilgrimage through Lalish
Fascinated by the lives of others, George R Mitchell gets under the skin of a country, often uncovering the dark corners of culture, politics and people. He now has 25 years of off-grid travel and 85 countries under his belt, and he's in no mood to stop just yet...
Rugby event in north east will raise funds for Doddie Weir’s foundation
Rugby fever will hit Stonehaven next weekend during a fundraising initiative for one Scotland’s greatest players.
Hibs’ late sickener stuns the Staggies
Ross County saw a Betfred Cup quarter-final tie against Aberdeen slip from their grasp as they twice squandered the lead against Hibernian before suffering late heartbreak.
Breeders prepare to showcase cattle at Thainstone Spectacular
Buyers from across the country will seek out prize-winning cattle, suitable for further exhibition, at next week’s Thainstone’s Spectacular.
An insight into the key figures behind Knockhill ahead of the Fife racing circuit hosting another BTCC round
Motorsport is now a tough business with big budgets and expectations to match.
Stunning period property in Aberdeen could be yours – if you have a spare £700,000
You might think a house swap sounds like something off a rather naff daytime TV show.
Travelodge’s attempts to build hotel in Lerwick rejected by local authority
Travelodge’s attempts to build a hotel in Lerwick in partnership with Shetland Islands Council (SIC) have been rebuffed by the local authority.
Business breakfast in city will explore future of housing industry in the north-east
The future of the north-east housing market is to be explored at the latest in a series of Press and Journal business breakfasts.
Fair Isle residents launch drive to save ‘vital’ community hall
It is one of Britain’s most remote locations, with a population of just 60.
Dandara buys land for 69 new homes at north-east site
The boss of national housebuilder Dandara claims the company has “reaffirmed its commitment to the north-east” by purchasing land to support the first phase of an emerging new community in Aberdeen.
Escaped cow checks out public toilets in Shetland
A curious cow was filmed checking out the public toilets in a small Shetland village after it escaped from its farm.
Sunset Song or bright new day for Scotland? Archie Macpherson is on his way to the north-east to talk about the beautiful game
He is one of Scotland’s most exalted commentators – the voice of a generation that grew used to its compatriots qualifying for major football tournaments on a regular basis.
Echoes of events that led to Piper Alph being felt once more say trade unions
Trade unions yesterday condemned North Sea workforce conditions claiming signs of the failings that led to Piper Alpha are “coming to the surface again”.
Lifeboat volunteer called to rescue his own father
A volunteer lifeboatman paged after finishing a night shift was amazed to discover he was being sent to rescue his own father.
Engineering group acquires Aberdeen subsea firm
Engineering and technology firm Texo Group has snapped up family-run Aberdeen firm Orca Subsea in its latest acquisition. The former Orca Subsea business will become Texo Marine, a subsidiary focused on engineering services for diving and remotely-operated vehicle applications. The acquisition value was not disclosed. To read more on Energy Voice click here.
Company behind Aberdeen bypass experiences quadrupled profits
Balfour Beatty saw profits quadruple in the first half of this year despite a £44 million hit from the collapse of Carillion.
GALLERY: Classic cars cruise to Brodie Castle
As the clouds cleared bright and early on Sunday morning, Brodie Castle near Forres was a hub of activity as classic cars and bikes from around the north-east gathered to take part in the annual Historic Wheels Rally.
Fair Isle plane suffers engine failure shortly after take-off
A pilot has been praised for his quick thinking when a council plane was forced to turn back to Fair Isle after suffering engine failure shortly after take-off.
Room for all the family at this spotless home in Oldmeldrum
With a spotless interior and a lovely location, this spacious bungalow could well be your new home in time for autumn.
Teacher found for position on remote Hebridean island
A teacher has been found for one of the remotest schools in the country where - despite its obvious beauty - few have stuck island life for long.
Beechgrove all set for big day
Jaws dropped in many middle-class households in 1978 when George Barron told television viewers he was off to do “a wee jobbie” in the potting shed.
Ellon firm LFH Engineering benefits from attending international shows
Strengthening global links has helped a north-east specialist in engine pump manufacturing post healthy sales figures as it targets further growth in the international market.
Chris Foy stressing rural sector’s potential attraction to visitors
The VisitAberdeenshire chief executive Chris Foy believes rural tourism can significantly boost the overall industry over the next five years.
Stewart Milne Group creates new position to strengthen management team
Stewart Milne Group has created a new position to further strengthen the senior management team.
Brave Moray toddler defies odds as she turns two – despite suffering stroke in her mother’s womb
Little Demi Addison is a bundle of energy - but at eight-months-old her parents were told she suffered a stroke before she was even born.