A new Imax screen could be on the way for Aberdeen
Major new expansion plans for an Aberdeen cinema could mean the arrival a new Imax screen seating more than 400 filmgoers - the first of its type in the north-east.
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Off-duty firefighters save man who suffered cardiac arrest on beach
Three off-duty firefighters, including a husband and wife, came to the rescue when a man suffered a cardiac arrest on a beach.
Teenage girls ‘deserve medals’ for rescuing man and child with beach lilo
Two teenage girls have been praised by emergency services after using a lilo to rescue a man and child in water off the north east coast of Scotland.
Stona Lisa: Pair recreate masterpieces out of pebbles on beach
A lecturer and an artist from Southsea have been recreating famous masterpieces, including their own “Stona Lisa” out of pebbles on the beach.
Aberdeen councillor raises beach street trader concerns
The potential addition of five new street traders to Aberdeen’s beachfront has led a city councillor to raise environmental and competition concerns.
New app to help keep track of stranded marine animals and beach litter
A new smartphone app has been launched to build a “health map” of Scotland’s coastlines to help protect marine species and reduce pollution.
Coastguard teams in late night rescue after youths become stranded on Highland beach
Rescue teams were called to help two people trapped on Nairn sandbar.
Grandfather hailed as hero after helping rescue two boys in trouble at sea
A north-east grandfather has been hailed a hero after leaping into the sea to save two brothers - one of whom was face down in the water.
Aberdeen youngsters turn tide on marine litter during beach clean
A group of youngsters have been tackling rubbish on a stretch of Aberdeen Beach in an effort to keep plastic off the shores.
Harris beach gets delivery of vital new water treatment equipment
It is one of the most spectacular beaches in the world.
Calls for confirmation over Thurso beachfront ownership
Caithness community representatives are keen to establish who owns the clifftop walk along the Thurso beachfront.
Stonehaven’s beach boardwalk to receive £250,000 refurbishment
Stonehaven’s popular beach boardwalk will undergo a £250,000 transformation after receiving funding from the Scottish Government.
Distressed deer chased into water at Aberdeen Beach by pack of dogs
Coastguard and RNLI crews were called to Aberdeen beach after a group of dogs chased a young deer into the sea.
Man trapped under lorry near Aberdeen beach
Emergency services are on site as a man was trapped under a lorry in Aberdeen this morning.
Bottle smashing and vandalism mar Rosemarkie youth beach party
Police broke up a rowdy teenage beach party in Rosemarkie at the weekend.
Aberdeen beach tragedy: Authorities trying to trace families of women who died after ‘underestimating’ treacherous conditions
An extensive investigation is under way following the deaths of two women in a tragic midnight swimming accident off Aberdeen beach.
Rusting beach rails to be inspected ‘ASAP’ as city prepares for summer
Rusting handrails along Aberdeen’s beachfront will be inspected “as soon as possible” ahead of the busy summer season, a city councillor has vowed.
Tourism drive to improve Thurso’s appeal to holiday makers
The drive to improve Thurso’s appeal as a holiday hub continues next week with the launch of an initiative to create a cadre of tourism ambassadors.
Police name Outer Hebrides tourist who died after being swept out to sea
Police have confirmed the identity of the woman who died in an incident at Nisabost beach on the Isle of Harris.
Woman, 50, dies after being swept into the sea at a north beauty spot
A 50-year-old holidaymaker died after being swept into the sea by a wave at a Outer Hebrides beauty spot.
Hunt continues for missing Inverness street trader after faking his own death in America
US marshals are continuing the hunt for an Inverness busker and street trader who was reported missing off the California coast.
Remembering the fire that shaped Aberdeen’s esplanade five years on
It's five years to the day that flames tore through Jimmy Chung's restaurant on Aberdeen's beach esplanade.
Team of stoat sniffer dogs to be recruited on Orkney
A team of specially-trained detection dogs – the first of their kind in the country – are to be tasked to sniff out stoats on Orkney.
Coastal erosion could spell the end for a popular Moray beach – and the village that shelters behind it
Stark warnings have been issued about the potential loss of an entire Moray village to coastal erosion.
Minke whale dies after washing up on Highland beach
A 20ft minke whale has died on a Highland beach despite the desperate efforts of rescuers.
New mosque in Aberdeen takes major step forward
For almost two decades Aberdeen’s Muslim community has dreamed of creating a new place of worship in the city.
Volunteers help clear Spey Bay beach as part of national campaign
Volunteers braved the rain and harsh winds to help clear litter from a Moray beach as part of a national campaign.
Watch this amazing sunrise as autumn sets in across the north-east
The beautiful sunrise was filmed this morning from Balmedie beach.
Inverness girl makes dress out of beached litter in a bid to inspire change
A young girl from Inverness who created a truly rubbish dress out of marine litter said she hopes to inspire a sea change in public attitudes towards pollution.
Lossiemouth group launch fundraising campaign to save ageing bridge
A Lossiemouth group has launched a campaign to raise £10,000 to save an ageing bridge.
Moray tourist hotspot introduces voluntary parking charge
A popular Moray summer hotspot has introduced a new parking scheme to help cover the upkeep costs.
Crisis in fight against plastic pollution on Aberdeenshire beaches
Beaches in Aberdeenshire are becoming a “hot spot” for plastic pollution, an environmental charity has warned.