Scottish Government condemned over unknown energy jobs taskforce figures
The Scottish Government has been condemned after admitting it does not know how many workers were helped back into employment through its energy jobs taskforce. Read More
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Portlethen plagued by stench similar to infamous ‘Torry pong’
Two north-east communities have bonded over the shared problem of a persistent and powerful pong.
Mammoth wind project planned for north-east coast
A new mammoth offshore wind project has applied for Marine Scotland consent off the north-east coast of Scotland.
Asthmatic Dons star backs charity as it launches £136,000 awareness mission
A football star has backed an asthma charity as it rolls out a huge education programme across the north-east.
RGU vice-principal leaves firm at heart of ‘cronyism’ row
A controversial business relationship that was at the heart of Robert Gordon University’s “cronyism” row has now been terminated.
North-east volunteers claim they have been unable to build new skate park due to council red tape
Volunteers claim they have been unable to start work on a new skate park due to council red tape - three years after they were given planning consent.
Dad of Game of Thrones star has castle repossessed
A scandal-hit clan chief has been forced to leave his family’s 16th-century castle after it was repossessed by creditors.
Scotland’s Queen of Crime speaks out on women’s wellbeing on and off the page
She is renowned as Scotland’s Queen of Crime and has become internationally acclaimed for her noir-ish thrillers.
Scottish Government condemned over unknown energy jobs taskforce figures
The Scottish Government has been condemned after admitting it does not know how many workers were helped back into employment through its energy jobs taskforce.
Aberdeen takes Scottish University of the Year 2018 title
Aberdeen University has been named as the Scottish University of the Year after jumping up the rankings for the third year in a row.
Petition launched to urge roads bosses to repair potholes in north-east town
Roads bosses are facing fresh calls to fill in potholes after a community complained about the craters plaguing a north-east coastal town.
Growing number of homeless people in north-east suffer from poor mental health
An action plan is being drawn up to reduce the growing number of people in the north-east citing poor mental health as the cause for ending up homeless.
Campaigners battling to save iconic landmark from new A96 route meet with Scottish transport minister
Campaigners battling to protect one of the north-east’s most iconic landmarks have taken their fight back to Holyrood.
Aberdeen teenager shoots remarkable film of his whirlwind snowboarding life
He’s one of the youngest people who can claim to be a chairman of the board in the north-east.
Road safety show for Grampian teenagers spared axe as new backers emerge
A hugely successful life-saving scheme aimed at reducing crashes on north-east roads has been spared the axe after businesses pledged £40,000 to secure its survival.
North-east rugby player placed on sex offenders’ register for sexual messages to 13-year-old
A teenage north-east rugby player has been placed on the sex offenders’ register after he admitted sending sexual messages to a schoolgirl on Facebook.
Police called to Aberdeenshire primary school after pupil threatened with weapon
Police were called to a primary school in Aberdeenshire after a pupil reportedly threatened another child with a weapon.
Resting place of Trumps ancestors finally unearthed
He has constantly referenced his mother’s island roots.
Stonehaven’s RBS could soon be re-opened as Domino’s Pizza restaurant and take-away
Stonehaven residents still smarting from the loss of their bank branch have been told its place could be taken by the latest branch of a popular pizza.
Aberdeenshire Council to discuss supporting another Brexit referendum
Aberdeenshire Council will become the first authority in Scotland to formally discuss another Brexit referendum next week.
Highlands and north-east among ‘best places to live’ in Scotland
Aberdeen has come out tops in a list of the happiest and “most vibrant” places to live in Scotland.
Inverurie father dies following incident at car dealership
An Inverurie father has died following an incident involving a roller door at a city car dealership.
98-year-old Victoria Cross winner is guest of honour at RAF centenary celebration in Aberdeen
The oldest surviving Victoria Cross recipient was among the guests of honour at a celebration of the RAF’s 100th year in Aberdeen.
Tourism boss says north-east’s industry future is bright
A north-east tourist boss believes the opening of the new V&A museum in Dundee could lead to the creation of an “east coast arts scene” that will attract more visitors following a massive increase in cruise ship visitors.
Man dies after incident at Aberdeen car dealership
A 33-year-old who was injured at an Aberdeen car dealership has died after an incident involving a roller door.
Greyhope Road shut after high winds pose risks to buildings
Police have cordoned off two city roads this afternoon after high winds destabilised the roof of the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) building.
Find out about the all-round Robert Gordon’s College education at their open day
Education does not consist solely of academics – young people need a well-rounded school experience. And for any parents and carers of school-aged children trying to decide where will best suit their child, the annual Robert Gordon’s College Open Day is a must-attend.
North-east residents urged to be on their guard after a series of phone scams
Police are warning the public to be on their guard following reports of north-east residents being targeted by scams.
Judy Murray delivers grand slam tennis lesson to north-east kids
Dozens of youngsters had an ace time at a tennis lesson with a difference yesterday.
North-east pensioner still waiting for new bathroom 12 years on
The family of a woman who has waited 12 years for a new bathroom have spoken of their despair after losing patience with a council’s “false promises.”
Inquiry into ‘jobs for the boys’ controversy at RGU poised to start
An inquiry into the “jobs for the boys” controversy at Robert Gordon University in Aberdeen will get under way this week.
Campaigners to raise Bennachie road fears with transport minister
Campaigners fighting to keep a new road away from Bennachie will argue their case with the Scottish Government’s transport minister tomorrow.
The Press and Journal among the most trusted newspapers in the UK
The Press and Journal is one of the most trusted newspapers in the country, new research has found.
