Closure of Aberdeenshire drug rehab facility to be raised at Holyrood
The closure of an Aberdeenshire drug rehabilitation clinic is to be raised at Holyrood this week amid concerns over Scotland’s rising number of drug deaths.
Oldmeldrum
78-year-old motorcyclist seriously hurt in Aberdeenshire crash
A 78-year-old motorcyclist has been seriously injured after colliding with a car in Aberdeenshire.
Matthew Milne proclaims his plan to run 500 Miles for Kayleigh’s Wee Stars
Most of his friends are looking forward to enjoying beach and pool holidays next month.
Council housing stock boosted as more than 60 homes built in Aberdeenshire
Dozens of new council homes have been built in Aberdeenshire as part of a £11million project.
Vandals drive onto north-east golf course and tear up green
A group of "mindless" joy riders tore up a north-east golf course at the weekend, leaving one green badly damaged.
Thieves steal youngster’s diabetic equipment during run training
An Aberdeenshire mum has urged thieves to return her daughter's diabetes equipment after it was stolen from a school playing field.
Thousands turn out at north-east Highland Games for sunny day of sports
The "sunshine sports" returned to a north-east village at the weekend, despite fears of a wash-out due to heavy downpours in the days prior.
Double helping of Highland Games events in north-east this weekend
Fans of Highland Games events are in for a double helping of entertainment this weekend as a pair of the traditional celebrations are held in the north-east.
Aberdeenshire dealership enjoys profits and turnover increase
A better-than-expected harvest last year has helped boost fortunes at one of Scotland’s main Claas dealerships.
Ewing vows to act over drop in cattle numbers
A promise to work with the industry to reverse the decline in cattle numbers was given yesterday by Scotland’s Rural Economy Secretary, Fergus Ewing.
Taste of Grampian chef raiding kitchens in a bid to reduce food waste
The Kilted Chef has teamed up with Love Food Hate Waste Scotland in its drive to reduce food waste, undertaking a ‘fridge-raiding’ tour of Aberdeenshire ahead of Taste of Grampian Food Festival.
Two youths charged in connection with alleged online trolling of six-year-old disabled Aberdeenshire girl
Two youths have been charged in connection with an alleged trolling incident against a disabled six-year-old disabled girl from Aberdeenshire.
Maggie has a passion for helping all her friends in parrot fashion
Maggie Packer's life isn't strictly for the birds.
Woman taken to hospital after two-car crash near Oldmeldrum
A woman was taken to hospital after a two-car crash today. Emergency services were called out at around 9.30am to the Oldmeldrum to Inverurie road, near Barra Castle. An ambulance spokesman said: “We dispatched one ambulance to the scene and transported one female patient to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.”
Police appeal after north-east accident leaves 28-year-old man with serious injuries
Police have appealed to the public for information after a serious accident in the north-east yesterday.
North-east road closed after ‘serious’ two vehicle accident
A serious two vehicle accident has closed a north-east road this afternoon.
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 of Scotland attractions win big at Visit Scotland’s tourism awards
A slew of restaurants, hotels and tourist attractions that celebrate all the very best the north-east and north of Scotland have to offer have received coveted awards at a ceremony in Edinburgh.
Aberdeenshire man turned lights off on dark country road as he tried to escape police
A north-east man veered a transit van into the opposing carriageway repeatedly and turned off his lights as he tried to evade police during a chase on dark country roads.
Oldmeldrum residents bamboozled by medical surgery’s new phone line
Patients at a north-east medical practice have criticised a new phone booking system which has left some people trying for days to get a doctor’s appointment.
North-east hotel evacuated after stove fills the building with smoke
An Aberdeenshire hotel was evacuated at the weekend after a wood-burning stove filled the building with smoke.
Fire crews called to Aberdeenshire hotel
Fire crews were called out to an Aberdeenshire hotel this afternoon after reports of smoke in the main building.
Boost for popular north-east playbarn after positive inspection report
A popular north-east playbarn has been praised for its “continuous improvement”, two years after suffering a drop in its grading.
Missed bin collections and rat infestations in Oldmeldrum
“Screaming” rats scurrying behind walls have kept residents up at night as parts of Aberdeenshire have been left with uncollected bins.
Woman on the lookout for old Christmas trees to feed her goats
A north-east woman is on the lookout for old Christmas trees - so she can feed them to her herd of goats.
Police appeal after pick-up truck involved in a hit-and-run in the north-east
Police are appealing for witnesses after a hit-and-run collision on a north-east road last night.
Cancer survivor finds passion – and talent – for powerlifting as she recovers
A north-east cancer survivor who found a hidden talent in recovery has been propelled to national recognition.
Where to see the local fireworks displays in your area
It’s a tradition that’s been around for more than 500 years.
North-east MP warns that A96 dualling plans will cause ‘deep concern and anxiety’ as routes are debated
A north-east politician has urged transport bosses to address “deep concern and anxiety” among residents about planned routes for the A96 dualling project around Inverurie.
Emergency services attend crash involving two cars and a lorry on a north-east road
Police and ambulance crews attended the three-vehicle collision on the A920.
Emergency services attend crash between two cars and a lorry on a north-east road
Two cars and a lorry have crashed on a north-east road.
Raise your young family in style in Oldmeldrum
This immaculate four-bedroom home is ideal for family life and even comes with an enviable location.