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Artist impression of the proposed housing development at Cowgate, Stonehaven. Image: Wellwood Leslie Architects

Disputed Stonehaven gasworks site still in limbo as latest housing plans shelved after traffic complaints

Proposals to redevelop the land into a 57-bedroom care home were refused by councillors two years ago.

By Kirstie Topp, Local Democracy Reporter

The plans from Carolina and Ross Cochrane will give the Thistle Street building a new lease of life after lying empty for a while.

Couple opening trendy ‘Italian-inspired’ wine bar in Aberdeen after success with Ballater venue

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Husband and wife team Carolina and Ross Cochrane will transform the former Tasty Thistle cafe into a "niche" wine bar called Mara.

By Kirstie Topp, Local Democracy Reporter

From left, Cally Hosie, Mark Milne and Christine Hosie. All images: Kami Thomson/DC Thomson

TSB in Turriff: All you need to know about Aberdeenshire’s hottest new bar

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The family-run bar, located on Turriff's Main Street, is a must-visit in the north-east.

By Karla Sinclair

Conrad Ritchie along with an artist impression of the proposed new Tufted Duck at St Combs

Tufted Duck holiday haven ‘might never be built’ as costs doubled while council pondered project

Conrad Ritchie would have paid £600,000 for the development two years ago - but now he could be expected to stump up £1.2 million.

By Kirstie Topp, Local Democracy Reporter

Aldi aims to open in Macduff in ‘early 2025’ – if plans can go 40 days without facing fresh legal challenge

There will be a tense few weeks ahead for the north-east residents desperate to see cheaper options on their doorstep.

By Ben Hendry

Owen Grant, a food hall assistant at M&S in Aberdeen who took part in the supermarket's 2023 Christmas single, at the M&S shop in Aberdeen.

‘I hope my dance moves get us to no. 1’: Aberdeen M&S worker stars in Christmas music video

Shop assistant Owen Grant said he was "over the moon" to play a starring role in the video for Marks & Spencer's 2023 festive single.

By Alberto Lejarraga

Jake Summers was convicted of killing his friend Dylan Irvine by driving at excessive speed following a trial at Aberdeen Sheriff Court. Images: DC Thomson/Facebook

A90 crash death trial convicts ‘boy racer’ who killed teenage friend

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Peterhead teenager Dylan Irvine, 19, would still be alive today if his friend had slowed down, a prosecutor told the jury that convicted killer driver Jake Summers.

By David McPhee

Dylan Irvine, left, with sister Morgan, mum Amanda and brother Kian, and the A90 crash scene, right. Images: Irvine family handout/DC Thomson

Exclusive: Heartbroken mum remembers last-ever Christmas with A90 crash death son

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The family of Peterhead teenager Dylan Irvine have called on convicted killer driver Jake Summers to "become more than just the boy racer who killed his friend".

By David McPhee and Bryan Rutherford

Deputy First Minister Shona Robison. Image: PA.

SNP accused of ‘delaying tactics’ over A96 dualling

Deputy First Minister Shona Robison was put on the spot over delays to the A96 Corridor Review at Holyrood.

By Adele Merson

Police aided by police dog, Hamish, checking passengers as they exit the platform at Aberdeen Train Station.

Man, 65, charged after £60,000 of cannabis recovered at Aberdeen train station

The pensioner was stopped and searched by police.

By Michelle Henderson

Shane MacGown fronting The Pogues in an unidentified venue in 1988. Image: Fotex/Shutterstock

The night Shane MacGowan and The Pogues raised hell at a rowdy Aberdeen gig in 1988

After the tragic news of Shane MacGowan's death, we've gone into our archives to see what our review was like when The Pogues played Aberdeen at the Capitol Theatre in 1988.

By Susy Macaulay

Louis Johnstone, who inspired mum Tracy to help other young people like him in the north-east of Scotland.

‘We’re heartbroken but his legacy lives on’: Family’s tribute to Charlie House inspiration, Louis Johnstone

15-year-old from Kingswells inspired mum to start beloved north-east charity.

By Lindsay Bruce

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Investigation: True impact of dementia revealed as deaths in Aberdeenshire and Highlands soar in last 20 years

Picture shows line graph demonstrating the rising number of deaths related to the disease.

October 11, 2023

Our population is aging and with that the impact of dementia is rising - from finances to care homes, our health care system and deaths. We take an in-depth look at the data surrounding dementia and Alzheimer's. Read More