Aberdeenshire caravan park ravaged by Storm Frank wins award after £3m revamp
A caravan park which was destroyed in a devastating flood has won a national award after reopening following a revamp.
River Dee
Prince Charles steps in to help save historic Cambus O’May bridge ravaged by Storm Frank
The Duke of Rothesay has backed efforts to restore a famous Deeside bridge all but destroyed by storms four years ago.
River Dee Trust launches auction to fund vital restoration work
The River Dee Trust is running an online auction to continue its vital work in river restoration, salmon research and education.
River Dee Salmon catches remain consistent despite last year’s drought
The number of salmon catches on the River Dee has remained steady for a third year in a row.
New River Dee blog to celebrate region’s spectacular wildlife
An organisation established to protect the River Dee has created its own version of the BBC’s Springwatch to celebrate the north-east waterway’s wildlife.
River Dee to be strengthened against climate change thanks to new funding
More than 10,000 trees will be planted in Aberdeenshire as part of efforts to prepare the River Dee for a 'climate emergency'.
River Dee Trust fishing for funds for new children’s education programme
The River Dee Trust is seeking new funding to help school pupils learn more about science, fishing and the natural environment.
Teens rescued after becoming trapped on bank in River Dee
A group of teenage boys have been rescued after being trapped on a small bank in a north-east river.
Anglers on River Dee warned of invasive pink salmon
Anglers in the north-east have been warned to keep a close eye out for strange fish on the end of their lines, after an invasive species was reeled in on the River Dee.
Petition to save Park Bridge near Drumoak receives more than 700 signatures
More than 700 people have signed a petition to save a historic bridge between two Deeside communities, after it was suddenly closed to traffic earlier this year.
Investigation launched after diseased fish discovered in north-east rivers
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of diseased fish in two north-east rivers.
Young salmon numbers on the rise in key River Dee tributary following Storm Frank
Juvenile salmon numbers in the famous fishing waters of the River Dee have increased by 50% in a key tributary, suggesting the ecosystem is recovering after a cataclysmic storm four years ago.
North-east hotel to raise £10,000 to help safeguard River Dee
A north-east hotel will donate £1 from every diner's bill to help raise more than £10,000 for the River Dee Trust.
Dead deer legs to be used to boost River Dee salmon populations
Dead deer legs are being placed in a north-east river to help boost salmon survival rates.
Bill for fixing Aberdeenshire bridges after Storm Frank tops £1 million – and ‘no timescale’ for Cambus O’May repairs
More than £1 million has now been spent on fixing the Aberdeenshire bridges worst-hit by Storm Frank – and the final historic crossing in line for repair could cost an extra £400,000.
Swans found dead and stuffed inside bags near Aberdeenshire river
Scottish SPCA are appealing for information after three swans were found dead in Aberdeenshire.
‘Deep concern’ about River Dee salmon
River Dee bosses have expressed “deep concern” over a "dramatic decline" in young salmon making their migration to the sea.
Erin Wyness will have one last row for Robert Gordon University as she seeks another boat race win
Erin Wyness' middle name might be Georgia, but she has lots of other things on her mind at the moment.
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.
Concern over loss of young salmon in River Dee
Serious concerns have been raised about the huge loss of young salmon in the River Dee.
‘Cruel’ vandals who cut lifebelt rope prevented early rescue of five teenage girls
“Stupid, irresponsible and cruel” vandals who cut the rope of a lifebelt and prevented the early rescue of a group of five teenage girls “clearly never thought it could be used to save the life of their own family”, a rowing team coach has said.
Rugby legend takes up fishing tackle to officially open Dee salmon season
The 2019 salmon season was officially opened on the River Dee yesterday when rugby heavyweight Rob Wainwright took up his fishing tackle and successfully made the first cast.
Former Scotland rugby captain set to launch new fishing season on the Dee
Former Scotland rugby captain, Rob Wainwright, will open the 2019 fishing season on the River Dee next week.
Police continue search for missing Aberdeen schoolboy Liam Smith two weeks since last sighting
It is now two weeks since anyone has seen missing Aberdeen teenager Liam Smith.
Missing Aberdeen teen found ‘safe and well’ after two-day police search
Aberdeen teenager Scot Rodger has been found "safe and well" by police, officers have confirmed.
People power pays off as developer spares Aberdeen playpark from wrecking ball
Developers behind a proposed housing scheme in Aberdeen have dropped plans to pave over a popular playpark following a backlash from locals.
VIDEO: Angler reels in missing sporran from River Dee – and reunites it with its delighted owner
A soggy sporran has been returned to its owner after a fisherman Highland Reel-ed in the catch of a lifetime.
Cyclists will be the first to experience the new Aberdeen bypass
Cyclists are being given the chance to ride on the new Aberdeen bypass before they are banned from the road when it opens.
Royal Deeside community comes together for Ballater Duck Festival
It is that time of year again when our calendars are full of exciting events, including the return of the Ballater Duck Festival.
Appeal to trace owner of stopwatch found buried in banks of the Dee
An appeal has gone out to trace the owner of a commemorative stopwatch discovered wedged in the banks of the River Dee.
Sea eagle goes missing near River Dee
A sea eagle tagged with a tracking device has gone missing.
See the surfacing works progressing at the new River Dee crossing
New drone footage shows the surfacing works progressing on the River Dee crossing.