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Braemar is final hope for endangered plant
Conservationists are hoping a small Aberdeenshire gorge might just be the saving grace for an endangered flower.
Braemar plays host to stellar names from the world of fashion for series of talks
Over the weekend, Braemar will host a stellar cast of names from the world of fashion, led by Justine Picardie, editor-in-chief of Harper’s Bazaar.
Comper and contrast: Work of renowned Aberdeen architect will be highlighted in talks
A renowned Aberdeen architect's life and legacy will be commemorated later this month.
Comedian and farmer Jim Smith to raise cash for Braemar Castle with Inverurie show
A popular comedian and farmer will host an evening of tall tales, witty banter and observational humour next month in Inverurie to raise cash for a castle conservation project.
Newly published book to be launched at Braemar church concert
An award-winning Highland fiddler and composer has created a new book of tunes inspired by a mountain rescue team.
Cyclists pedal 70 miles from Braemar to Torry Battery for Greyhope Bay project
Hundreds of visitors travelled to Torry Battery to raise cash for a future wildlife-spotting centre designed to show off Aberdeen’s famous dolphin population.
Doric language is being celebrated at St Margaret’s
A full weekend of all things Doric will take place in Braemar on the weekend of October 4 to 6 as part of the Across the Grain festival.
Time running out to build new Braemar Sheiling
A girl guiding charity has just months to complete an ambitious funding drive to build a new base.
Braemar Mountain Rescue Team take to the hills for vital training
Members of a north-east mountain rescue team took to the hills this weekend for vital training.
VIDEO & GALLERY: The Queen and Judi Dench join thousands of spectators at Braemar Gathering
The Queen was joined by acting royalty and thousands of spectators as this year's Highland Games season drew to a close in Deeside.
Thousands expected to attend Braemar Gathering
Thousands of people are expected to flock to the Braemar today to take in the Highland games - and catch a glimpse of the Queen.
Linn of Quoich car park bridge to be replaced after Storm Frank flooding
A bridge on an Aberdeenshire estate which forms a key part of a number of popular walking routes will finally be replaced after the disruption caused by Storm Frank in 2015.
Vital bridge to Braemar will be one-way for ‘unspecified period’ to allow repair work
A historic bridge that forms a vital link for a Deeside village will be reduced to one-way only in September for an “unspecified period” of vital repair works.
Councillors urge residents to ‘use it or lose it’ after bus service granted temporary reprieve
Aberdeenshire councillors have urged members of two Deeside communities to “use it or lose it” after a Sunday bus service was granted a stay of execution.
Aberdeenshire Council rolls out pilot recycling scheme in Braemar and Cruden Bay
A pilot scheme of new kerbside recycling arrangements will be put in place in Braemar and Cruden Bay from next month.
Victory for villagers as Deeside bus route is granted stay of execution
A Sunday bus service between two Deeside communities has been granted a stay of execution after thousands of people protested against plans to axe the service.
Highland Games legend Bill Anderson dies, aged 82
Bill Anderson MBE was a “true highland games heavyweight legend” whose name was known in strongman circles around the world.
Clan chieftain opens new £300,000 Braemar bar and restaurant
A former Deeside grocer’s shop has been converted into a village pub to meet local demand.
History to come alive at Braemar Castle as part of £1.5 million fundraiser
Deeside’s bloody history will be resurrected next month as part of a major £1.5million pound project to breathe new life into one of the region’s most famous castles.
Hitting the high spots: Life with the Braemar Mountain Rescue Team
Hidden up in the rugged and rural north, the Braemar Mountain Rescue Team are as much a part of the landscape as the rocky crags they protect. Philippa Gerrard was allowed through the snow gates for a closer look at life on the hill
Lifters from across the world want to raise heavy ‘manhood stone’ discovered in north-east
A heavy stone, which was used as a test of strength and manhood for generations, has been found after being hidden for decades.
Thousands of pounds to be invested to protect Deeside woodland
Hundreds of thousands of pounds is to be invested in protecting vulnerable woodland at a north-east estate.
Take a walk on the wild side with Ramblers Scotland
The president of Ramblers Scotland has invited the public to join him and other walkers on one last journey through six of Scotland’s most beautiful walks before he steps down from the position.
Award-winning Aberdeenshire artist appeals for help to gain British citizenship following death of husband
An award-winning Aberdeenshire-based artist is appealing for help to raise sufficient money for her to apply for British citizenship following the death of her Scottish husband.
Fiona Kennedy keeps spreading the positive message: Sing, Sing, Sing
Fiona Kennedy is one of Scotland's most renowned vocal talents, yet her main mission in life seems to be spreading the message: "Sing, Sing, Sing" to people from eight to 85.
Community prepares to celebrate 100th birthday of Scotland’s oldest clan chief
Preparations are underway to celebrate the 100th birthday of a war hero believed to be the oldest Scottish clan chieftain.
Braemar residents all aboard campaign for Sunday bus service
The Braemar Tourism Group has launched a “use it or lose it” campaign to support a Sunday bus service in Deeside.
North-east bus service given ‘stay of execution’ by council bosses
An under-threat bus service has been given a "stay of execution" by transport chiefs.
Three exhausted hillwalkers rescued while in Cairngorms
Three exhausted hill walkers had to be rescued after they under-estimated how gruelling their hike would be.
Braemar Mountain Festival returns this weekend
Hundreds of people are expected to head to Braemar this weekend for its third annual mountain festival.
Young salmon stocks in upper River Dee at highest since Storm Frank
Young salmon stocks in the upper River Dee are at their highest since Storm Frank wreaked havoc across the north-east four years ago.