Golfing enthusiasts raise record £112,000 for north-east cancer charity
Golfers have raised a record sum in an annual competition organised by north-east cancer charity Friends of Anchor.
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Keith Cowe is helping with the Red Run to boost Friends of Anchor
Keith Cowe has a very personal reason for getting involved in the Red Run to raise funds for Friends of Anchor.
Aberdeen taxi company gives £2,000 to Friends of Anchor in memory of colleague George Peck
An Aberdeen taxi firm has given Friends of Anchor a cheque for £2,000 in memory of a late colleague.
‘He was a true hero’: Heartbreak as brave and amazing Alex loses cancer battle
An offshore worker who helped raise thousands of pounds during his 18-month battle with cancer has been hailed as a "true hero".
Courage on the Catwalk proves a resounding success for Friends of Anchor
Aberdeen’s Beach Ballroom resounded with applause for the fearless models who took to the stage during the weekend, as hundreds of people saluted their efforts at Courage on the Catwalk.
VIDEO & GALLERY: Poignant moment as Brave models pay tribute to fallen ‘brothers’ during emotional evening
The lively atmosphere at a fashion show fundraiser gave way for a poignant moment as a group of men bonded by their experience of fighting cancer paid tribute to the "brothers" who could not be part of the night.
Friends of Anchor initiative is on course to pass the £1m milestone
The organisers of Courage on the Catwalk and Brave have admitted they couldn’t bring the annual event to fruition without the help of so many people, staff and volunteers alike, who work behind the scenes.
Meeting the people who put the glitz into Courage on the Catwalk and Brave charity events
When the models take to the stage for Brave and Courage on the Catwalk at the Beach Ballroom in Aberdeen this weekend, it will mark the climax of months of preparation for these special events.
Exclusive: Jimmy Milne explains his motivation to help people through Courage on the Catwalk and Brave
Jimmy Milne has never forgotten the agony of losing his first wife, Jill, to cancer when his daughters were aged just eight and three.
How a routine test may have saved Davie’s life
It was purely by chance that Davie Stuart discovered he had cancer.
Brave: Mark Collie left feeling ‘on top of the world’ by Friends of Anchor team
More than 20 years after he was diagnosed with cancer, one of this year’s Brave participants can still remember how staff at Friends of Anchor left him feeling “on top of the world” in what should have been his lowest moments.
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.
North-east pensioner counts himself lucky as he gears himself up for Friends of Anchor’s Brave event
The oldest participant in this year's event counts himself among the lucky ones.
North-east child cancer survivor didn’t feel impact of disease until many years later
For many the battle against cancer is one that they will vividly remember for the rest of their lives.
Famous fiddler and friends confirm Music Hall line-up
A star-studded musical line-up in support of a renowned Scottish fiddler battling cancer has now been confirmed.
Mike Clark talks about his pride in Brave band of brothers as catwalk beckons
Life has turned full circle for Mike Clark since he was sitting in the audience a couple of years ago watching "Courage on the Catwalk" at the Beach Ballroom in Aberdeen.
Kim’s fight for life has seen her move from the cancer ward to the catwalk
Kim Keillor should have been enjoying one of the happiest times of her life when her daughter, Abbi, was born in 2015.
Leroy Smith has overcome a whole host of setbacks to take part in Brave shows
Anybody who might be feeling sorry for themselves today should take a few minutes to talk to Leroy Smith.
‘Gentleman’ George, 64, dies ahead of Brave cancer displays
One of the models selected to appear at this year’s Brave shows, designed to raise funds for Friends of Anchor and support cancer care, has died aged 64.
Anne, 72, prepares for stage debut at Courage on the Catwalk
When the phone rang at midnight last summer, Anne Lyden assumed it was a wrong number and didn’t pick up.
Cancer patient determined to enjoy life as she takes to the catwalk
As Halinka Louise Kerr goes about her day, there is one phrase going through her mind: “Get up, dress up, show up and never give up”.
Call to catwalk for David after cancer tragedy hits
In tragic circumstances, David Clark saw first-hand just how important the work of the inspiring Friends of Anchor team at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary is.
Playing with baby led to chance cancer discovery for north-east mum
Mhairi Annandale has referred to her oldest daughter as her "little lifesaver" ever since playing with her as a baby led to the discovery of a deadly tumour.
‘Friends of Anchor treated me like a queen the entire time – they made me feel human’
Gaie Tough, from Aboyne, will be accompanying Mhairi Annendale down the catwalk in May.
Playing with young daughter led to chance cancer discovery for north-east mum
Mhairi Annandale has referred to her oldest daughter as her "little lifesaver" ever since playing with her as a toddler led to the discovery of a deadly tumour.
Aberdeen man to tackle catwalk fundraiser – after having leg amputated during cancer fight
Few people would say they feel "lucky" after being diagnosed with two types of cancer and having a leg amputated.
Making hay while the sun shines: Cattle farmer Andy Duncan using cancer recovery to raise funds for Friends of Anchor
Andy Duncan says having to get up every morning and tend to his cattle has been crucial in keeping him motivated.
Fraserburgh friends boost charity campaign
A group of friends from Fraserburgh have celebrated achieving a major fundraising milestone.
Portlethen woman Heather pays tribute to those who stepped up to help after her bowel cancer diagnosis
Heather Singer wants to use her time in the spotlight to pay tribute to all the people who helped her through cancer treatment.
North-east mum-of-two’s warning to other women after ovarian cancer diagnosis
When doctors found a 12-inch tumour on one of Nicola Hepburn’s ovaries, she feared she would never be able to have children.
Aberdeenshire teenager diagnosed with cancer after dad undergoes brain tumour operation
For any father, learning your teenage son has cancer is a huge shock.
Glack Attack is coming back: Check out these photos from our archive to see how much fun you could have by taking part
Runners will have to dodge dinosaurs at an obstacle course in Aberdeenshire later this year.