ROAD TEST: MINI’s Clubman stands out from the crowd
It’s hard to think of a modern-day motoring success story to rival that of BMW’s MINI.
Review
Health bosses likely to slash opening hours at community hospitals in Aberdeenshire
Health bosses are likely to slash opening hours at community casualty units across the region.
ROAD TEST: This sharper Q3 shifts up a gear
The Q3 has been an absolute phenomenon for Audi, selling more than 1.1 million since it went on sale in 2011.
John Swinney pledges to press ahead with controversial primary one tests
John Swinney yesterday said controversial primary one tests will continue despite a review reporting they made children “tired and bored”.
ROAD TEST: Merc in a class all of its own
Mercedes wants its A-Class to meet a wide cross-section of customer needs.
REVIEW: Enjoying a Highland road trip in sleek Volvo S60
Fonab Castle, by Pitlochry, was the jumping-off point for a 200-mile drive in Volvo’s latest release.
ROAD TEST: It’s back, bigger and better… It’s the Toyota Camry
The Japanese have always been good at coming up with interesting names for their cars.
ROAD TEST: Ford SUV has sporting chance
The EcoSport is Ford’s smallest SUV.
ROAD TEST: Thumbs up! for Volkswagen
In concept, Volkswagen’s up! was smarter even than the finished product we see here, the original 2007 prototype rear-engined just like the early Beetle as the German designers sought to find more space from an ever-smaller roadway footprint.
REVIEW: Hugely talented cast brings The Cheviot, the Stag and the Black, Black Oil to life in Inverness
Susan Welsh saw The Cheviot, The Stag and the Black, Black Oil at the One Touch Theatre, Eden Court, Inverness.
ROAD TEST: BMW X7 aims for SUV heaven
Think the BMW X5 is a big car? Think again – this is its bigger brother, the X7.
Review: Lost at Sea at Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Audience members at Eden Court were taken to the depths of their emotions on Thursday evening as Lost at Sea made its debut in Inverness.
ROAD TEST: Executive style and elegance from Lexus RC
The improved Lexus RC is a premium two-door coupe that delivers smart design, Lexus luxury and craftsmanship, plus a refined and even quite engaging driving experience.
ROAD TEST: How does Nissan’s Leaf fare on Lewis and Harris?
If you take a look at a map of the UK, you don’t get much more remote than the Isles of Lewis and Harris, out there in the Atlantic Ocean.
RESTAURANT REVIEW: Places like Dyce Tandoori are why curry is king in Britain
Peering through the driving sleet on a freezing Saturday night, we felt like travellers of bygone days scurrying towards a welcoming haven which glinted ahead in the dark.
Heather Small review
Cast your mind back to 1994. Nelson Mandela became South Africa’s first black president, Quentin Tarantino’s Pulp Fiction hit the big screens and you could find me, aged eight, and my mum, bopping along to M People on my way to primary school in her Clio.
ROAD TEST: Baby Audi gets A-plus for quality
When it comes to quality, you used to have to go big. Little cars were fine around town but rubbish on the motorway and missing the gizmos and gadgets of their bigger brethren.
VIDEO: Columnist Andrew Martin reviews the DB 11 AMR in under 60 seconds
AML 1 is one of the most famous car registration numbers in the world, and today, before you, it’s on a DB 11 Aston Martin Racing (AMR).
REVIEW: Fab four brought vividly to life with Let It Be
Beatles fans in search of a bit of nostalgia will Come Together this week to hear an outstanding tribute to one of the most famous bands on the planet.
Review: Riot Jazz bring jazz riot to Granite City
Riot Jazz whipped up a storm when they wowed an enthusiastic Aberdeen crowd on Saturday night.
ROAD TEST: New Wrangler a breed apart
It’s always sad to see an old friend go and, in automotive terms, we’re all going to take a while to get over the demise of the hardy old Land Rover Defender.
ROAD TEST: Peugeot’s 508 GT impresses with its looks and handling
People love the appearance of coupes but aren’t as keen on getting in and out of them. Who looks graceful trying to wriggle behind a tipped-forward front seat to get into the back?
ROAD TEST: Vantastic Rifter sends SUVs to the back of the pack again
The Rifter is Peugeot’s take on a mid-size people carrier.
Review: Let It Be is a hit in Inverness and offers a brilliant reminder of what an incredible band the Beatles were
Susan Welsh saw Let It Be at Eden Court Theatre, Inverness.
ROAD TEST: Kia offers fun that won’t cost a fortune
Kia couldn’t afford not to be in the B-SUV segment for Nissan Juke and Renault Captur-style Crossovers.
The perfect goodbye? Avengers: Endgame reviewed
Avengers: Endgame, which marks the epic culmination of 22 Marvel films over 11 years, is finally here.
A thoroughly justified standing ovation for Eddi Reader as she visits Inverness
Susan Welsh saw Eddi Reader at Eden Court, Inverness.
Aberdeen gig one to remember for Eddi Reader
Despite her turbulent welcome to Aberdeen, Eddi Reader thanked locals and their “joyous spirits” for making her gig one to remember.
Restaurant review: Aberdeen’s The Everest sets high standard for food and surroundings
On a recent night out with a colleague, I was scouring a list of Aberdeen eateries to find one that we had yet to review for these pages.
ROAD TEST: Tough and tempting Tarraco
The Tarraco is the third and largest addition to Seat’s SUV range.
ROAD TEST: BMW on a grand scale
There’s no doubt about it... the latest X5 from BMW is Xtra Large.
ROAD TEST: All new Focus back to its best
Ford’s Focus has been one of the most familiar sights on Britain’s roads since it was launched more than 20 years ago.