Fears staffing crisis fuelling prison attacks at north-east super jail
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VIDEO: How many of these toys do you remember from your childhood?
A Second World War evacuee has been busy setting up the north-east’s newest museum.
Funding boost for charity group tackling isolation means they’ll soon have a loo
A charity group in the Blue Toon that offers a place for people to go to reduce isolation and loneliness has received a funding boost - meaning they will soon have a working loo.
Crowdfunder for north-east park dig to reveal history
A crowdfunding page has been set up to raise funds for a north-east archaeological dig that could unveil interesting information about the Neolithic period in Mintlaw.
North-east hospital worker slams bus timetable changes
A north-east health worker has blasted changes to a council-backed bus service a “shambles” amid fears he could be left stranded.
Community group create bespoke video for lighthouse museum
A team of youngsters has produced a video marketing the Museum of Scottish Lighthouses.
Fears staffing crisis fuelling prison attacks at north-east super jail
A recruitment crisis at a north-east super jail could be increasing the risk of officers being attacked, it was claimed yesterday.
Record crowds at Seedy Sunday despite atrocious weather
Record crowds flocked to the polytunnels in a north-east park to attend the sixth Seedy Sunday festival.
Appeal for historic images of Strichen for north-east lodge collection
An appeal has been launched to find historic images of Strichen after an eclectic collection of photographs in a north-east restaurant were damaged beyond repair.
Fears for north-east schools future after no applications were received
The future of a north-east school mothballed almost a year ago is now uncertain because there are no pupils registered to attend classes.
Busy Fraserburgh streets to shut for roadworks
Road closures on the A90 around Fraserburgh will be in place for the next two weeks, while £160,000 of carriageway improvements are carried out.
Inspector to increase rural patrols in isolated locations to target community problems
A north-east inspector is planning to increase the number of officers on patrol in rural and isolated locations to target persistent community criminals.
North-east group Modo Circus wins national award for prevention and inclusion
A group, which teaches circus skills and runs a cafe for youngsters has won a national award for prevention and inclusion.
Fraserburgh family with an eight-week-old baby left homeless after a needle appeared in the garden
A family hit out yesterday claiming they would be left temporarily homeless with an eight-week-old baby due to a problem with home repairs following the discovery of a needle.
Motorists warned as heavy snow expected for Scotland
Motorists are being urged to be prepared and stay cautious with the return of a freezing wintry snap across Scotland today.
Council finally advertises for relief harbour night watchman posts for Macduff
Aberdeenshire Council has bowed to pressure and begun recruiting for a relief night watchman at Macduff Harbour.
Dozens of staff and prisoner attacks at HMP Grampian since July
Dozens of staff and prisoners have been attacked at a north-east super jail over the past seven months, it emerged yesterday.
Dangerous north-east thug jailed for knifing a shopkeeper given additional time behind bars for having a phone in jail
A dangerous thug jailed for knifing a shopkeeper then arrested again for brandishing a blade at his ex-girlfriend has been given additional time behind bars for having a phone in jail.
Woman given chance to prove good behaviour after swinging out and hitting a police officer in the head
A drunk woman who threw a lit cigarette and chips into a parked car has been given the chance to show she can behave.
Work begins on million-pound refurbishment of Peterhead Sheriff Court
Work has begun on the million-pound refurbishment of a north-east court.
Scotland’s ‘most beautiful high street’ no longer to have public toilet
The public toilets on Scotland’s most beautiful high street could soon shut permanently due to messy visitors.
Fire crews tackle bus blaze on north-east road
Fire crews were called to a fire at an Aberdeenshire bus stop earlier today.
South Park School safety measures go to public consultation
Plans to introduce a priority single lane drop-off point outside a north-east school are being assessed with a public consultation.
Councillors reassured Banff Road Bridge is being monitored and has not been forgotten
Councillors have urged council officers not to forget about the 'vital' Banff Bridge and pushing for what people want - a new road bridge.
Councillors criticise ‘weak’ document which provides minimal action to tackle child poverty
North-east councillors have raised concerns over a new report which claims that nearly 20% of children in Banff and Buchan are living in poverty after housing costs.
Police investigate disappearance of English man with connections to north-east Scotland
Police are appealing for information following the disappearance of a 34-year-old who is thought to have travelled to Aberdeen.
Drummers Corner redevelopment contract worth more than £210,000 up for tender
The search to find a contractor to lead the £210,000 redevelopment of Peterhead town centre is on.
Peterhead gamer uses Minecraft to prey on young boys while on holiday in US
A Peterhead man has admitted preying on four young American boys through a computer game while on holiday.
Fraserburgh to be put in spotlight of digital campaign to attract more tourists to the area
Fraserburgh will soon be put in the spotlight of a digital campaign to attract more tourists to the area after receiving funds from VisitScotland matched by a variety of local businesses.
Shop owned by manager of a controversial north-east Bid group to close
The shop belonging to the boss of a group set up to boost Peterhead town centre is closing down due to the changes on the high street.
Impressions unveiled for £300,000 playpark in Mintlaw
Ambitious plans for a colourful new play park featuring new climbing frames, a sand pit and twin flying foxes have been unveiled.
Banff safety group sponsors roads course for young drivers
A north-east safety group is sponsoring 12 young individuals from Banff Academy to take part in a scheme to make them more award of the hazards on the roads.
Stuartfield couple win battle against ‘jet-like’ turbines
A couple who claim the "jet-like" noise from three turbines ruined their life in the countryside have won a court battle to quieten them.
