Becky James: Retirement came easy after going close before
Becky James came close to giving up long before announcing her retirement aged 25.
British long distance runner Jo Pavey targets next year’s European Championships
Jo Pavey has revealed she wants to compete for Great Britain at the European Championships in Berlin next summer.
Paralympian to compete for Scotland – at age 46
One of Britain’s most renowned athletes and adventurers has confirmed she plans to compete for Scotland at the Commonwealth Games in Australia next year – at the age of 46.
Sporting chance for kids to carry Commonwealth baton
Hundreds of sporty youngsters will have the chance to get their hands on the Queen’s Baton at a special Commonwealth Games event in the city next week.
Brian Barwick backs Liverpool’s fame and iconic venues to win Commonwealth bid
The chairman of Liverpool's bid for the 2022 Commonwealth Games believes the city's world-class venues and global reputation make it a "natural fit" for the event.
John Doig targets Scotland success at the Commonwealth Games
Team Scotland chef de mission John Doig is targeting a record tartan tally at the 2018 Commonwealth Games - but admits they will struggle to match their Glasgow medal rush.
Inverness judo star abandons comeback bid as she continues crash recovery
Inverness judo star Stephanie Inglis has admitted defeat in her bid to return to active competition as she continues her recovery from a horrific motorcycle crash.
Glasgow 2014 medallist abandons judo return bid amid crash recovery
Commonwealth Games medallist Stephanie Inglis has admitted defeat in her bid to return to competitive judo as she continues her recovery from a horrific motorbike crash in Vietnam.
Teaching aids push active lifestyle to mark third Commonwealth Games anniversary
Teaching materials to encourage an active lifestyle are to be unveiled to mark the third anniversary of Glasgow's Commonwealth Games.
Stephanie Inglis has lost her sense of smell after Vietnam horror crash
North judo star Stephanie Inglis has revealed that one of the long-term effects of her horror crash in Vietnam is losing her sense of smell.
James Ellington: I want to be back on the track next year
Sprinter James Ellington has targeted a shock comeback at next year's Commonwealth Games after the motorbike crash which almost killed him.
Liverpool presents ‘unique bid’ to host 2022 Commonwealth Games
Liverpool has unveiled its plans for hosting the 2022 Commonwealth Games, which features a running track at Everton's new ground and a floating pool on the dockside.
Aberdeen activist who threatened to shoot the Queen on Twitter sentenced
A political activist who sparked a major terrorism investigation after posting tweets threatening to kill the Queen has admitted he is "massively relieved" to avoid a jail sentence.
Double Olympian Hannah Miley backs “spectacular” sports centre plans for Inverurie
A north-east swimming star has given her backing to multimillion-pound plans to transform a sports centre in her hometown.
Injured judo star enjoys first Nando’s since her accident
Injured Inverness judo star Stephanie Inglis reached another important milestone in her recovery yesterday - a long-awaited lunch at Nando's.
Young sportswoman to have leg amputated after NHS refused to do it
A young Scottish sportswoman who crowdfunded £10,000 to amputate her leg after the NHS refused to do so is to finally go ahead with the operation this month.
Northern firms claim gold at Commonwealth Games
The numbers associated with last summer’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow are mind-boggling – 600,000 spectators snapped up 1.3million tickets between them to watch 1,385 medals being awarded across 261 events in 17 sports.
First awards employees for role in Commonwealth Games
When Andrew Ballantyne and Shane Mitchell were called into their boss's office, they thought they were in trouble.
Q&A: Des Clarke
Cheryl Livingstone speaks to Des Clarke about his return to stand-up and the Highland capital
Aberdeenshire wrestling champ unveils lasting legacy to Commonwealth Games
A wrestling champion has unveiled a lasting legacy to the Commonwealth Games in his hometown.
Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games pride for Aggreko
Scottish temporary power firm Aggreko reported a strong performance in the Americas and weak trading in Asia Pacific, but there was also success in its home city to celebrate in its latest annual results.
VIDEO: Salmond gives last year’s Glasgow 2014 a “gold, silver and bronze”
In Alex Salmond’s weekly column for The Press and Journal he gives us his views on the success of last year's Glasgow Commonwealth Games.
Robbie Shepherd Q&A
WHEN DOES YOUR WEEKEND START? My weekend disna usually start till Monday, as I am mostly in at the BBC by 7.30am on Saturday and Sunday.
Man pulled knife on Commonwealth Games finalist in Highlands
A drunk forestry worker who held a knife to the neck of a disabled Commonwealth Games sprint finalist escaped jail yesterday.
Aberdeenshire volunteers rewarded by Neil Fachie
Young Aberdeenshire sporting volunteers were last night recognised for their efforts by a north-east Commonwealth gold-winning medallist.
Macduff aquarium given thanks from Commonwealth athletes
Macduff Marine Aquarium was thanked recently by the Antigua and Barbuda Commonwealth team for their support during this summer's games.
Top cyclist launches e-guide to mountain biking in the Highlands
A Commonwealth Games athlete today joined young cyclists in Lochaber to launch a new interactive mountain biking e-guide for the Highlands.
Call for police whistleblower hotline
The Scottish Government has been urged to establish a whistleblowing hotline for police officers to allow them to air grievances.
Thousands hated it….but garish Commonwealth kilts boost Moray firm
It may have caused a stir in Scotland, but the Commonwealth Games tartan has given a Moray firm an international boost.
Recognition for coaches of Games stars
The role played by PE teachers and voluntary coaches in the achievements of Shetland's three Commonwealth Games competitors has been recognised.
Alex Salmond launches campaign for investment in bowls
First Minister Alex Salmond has launched a new campaign to increase interest in lawn bowls.
Sports fans welcome back Commonwealth heroes
Fans have lined the streets as north-east Commonwealth champions Hannah Miley and Viorel Etko returned home enjoyed a homecoming parade.