Rare cancer sufferer hosting music festival with a difference
A north-east woman battling a rare cancer is holding a music festival with a difference next month.
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Major cash boost for Aberdeenshire coastal beauty spots
One of the nation’s largest seabird colonies and a top seal-spotting beach are among six natural beauty spots to benefit from a cash boost of more than £320,000.
Alabama youngsters to watch the address to a haggis livestreamed from Aberdeenshire
Youngsters living in America’s Deep South will get the chance to learn all about Scotland’s national bard next week.
New homes at Ury Estate recommended for approval
Proposals for 27 more homes at a growing Aberdeenshire community have been recommended for approval.
Mixed report for Aberdeenshire primary and nursery
An Aberdeenshire primary school has received a mixed report from education watchdogs.
Entire north-east coast on flood alert as Storm Brendan batters the region
The entire north-east coast has been placed on flood alert, and one beachfront was completely closed off to the public, as Storm Brendan sparked chaos across the region.
North-east beachfront closed off and flood gates installed on homes as Storm Brendan causes chaos across north and north-east
Storm Brendan has caused travel chaos across Scotland.
Police name ‘loving father, grandfather and friend to many’ killed in A90 crash
Police have named the 80-year-old killed in a two-vehicle crash on the A90.
Aberdeenshire Council unveils masterplan for fishing industry in north-east
Centuries-old harbours in Aberdeenshire could soon be revamped as a result of a future masterplan.
Man dies following horror crash on A90 south of Stonehaven
A man died last night in a horrific crash on the north-east's busiest road.
Man dies in A90 crash near Stonehaven
A man has died after a crash near Stonehaven tonight.
Man who went on Aberdeenshire pub rampage in front of boss told ‘don’t bother coming to work on Monday’
A man working on a north-east flood defence scheme was sacked after going on a rampage in a pub – in front of his boss.
Emergency services called after car overturns near Aberdeenshire school
An Aberdeenshire road was closed yesterday after a car overturned in a crash outside a school.
Meet Luke and Hazel Robertson – the Stonehaven couple who are anything but polar opposites
A north-east man who became the first Scot to trek solo and unsupported to the South Pole believes major progress could be made to tackle climate change this year.
Car overturns on Stonehaven road after two-vehicle crash
Emergency services have been called to a two-vehicle crash in Stonehaven.
Aberdeenshire Council’s car parking income up 70% compared to last year, after free parking scrapped
Aberdeenshire Council’s income from its pay and display car parks has soared by almost 70% following the controversial decision to ditch free parking periods.
Objections raised over proposed new route into Stonehaven
More than 40 objections have been lodged against plans for a link road for a new community at Stonehaven, over fears it could turn a quiet street into a “rat run” or “mini bypass” for vehicles avoiding the centre of the town.
Aberdeenshire coastguard stations seeking to recruit new personnel
Coastguard stations across the north-east are calling for people to step and join their ranks.
Meet the unsung heroes who volunteer as ‘practice patients’ for medical students
A group of unsung heroes are helping the next generation of doctors refine their medical skills - and improve their bedside manner - by volunteering their time as pretend patients.
Amateur football club despairs as vandals repeatedly target equipment ‘worth thousands’
An amateur football team have appealed for vandals to stop using their goalposts and nets "as a trampoline" after suffering repeat attacks.
Developers abandon plans for luxury hotel near Stonehaven due to oil downturn – and could create apartments instead
Plans to transform a historic Mearns home into a hotel as part of a multi-million-pound golf resort have been abandoned after being deemed financially unsustainable.
Video: Nippy dippers and loony dookers brave icy waters for good causes
Hundreds of people braved the icy waters of the North Sea to raise money for local communities.
PICTURES & VIDEO: Hogmanay’s hottest event ‘captures the imagination’ of thousands
Thousands of people lined the streets of Stonehaven to take in the world-famous fireballs procession.
Homeless north-east man overwhelmed by generosity after appealing for food donations online
A homeless north-east man was overwhelmed by the generosity of others after he hit rock bottom at Christmas and issued a heartbreaking online plea for food donations.
Thousands to welcome in New Year – and a new decade – in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Thousands of revellers are gearing up to welcome in 2020 in style, with a street party, community events and fireworks lined up across the north-east.
Police crack down on illegal drugs in north-east communities
Police have charged 150 people in connection with drug-related offences as part of a campaign to rid communities of illegal drugs.
Trial date set for Scotland rugby pro at Aberdeen Sheriff Court
A trial date has been set for a Scottish rugby international accused of speeding on an Aberdeenshire country road.
Emergency services called to Dunnottar Castle after man falls from steps
Coastguard, lifeboat and ambulance crews have been called to Dunnottar Castle this afternoon following reports of a man falling from the ruin's steps.
Two charged in connection with alleged drug offences in Stonehaven area
Two men have been arrested and charged in connection with alleged drug offences in the Stonehaven area.
Hunt for vandals who stole Christmas tree baubles and smashed them in the street
Police are hunting a gang of vandals who trashed a north-east community's Christmas tree.
Stonehaven bank lodge plans to improve accessibility to customers
A major high street bank has lodged plans to improve the accessibility of a north-east branch.
Mearns cycling group look for funding for trishaw to get Stonehaven locals out and about
Volunteers from Cycling Without Age are hoping to secure £5,000 of funding from councillors today.