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Fox snatches pet dog from Aberdeen garden

AN ABERDEEN family were today devastated after a fox snuck into their garden and snatched their pet dog.
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Published: 18/05/2013 07:07:42

Thousands caught driving in Aberdeen bus lanes

UP TO 400 motorists are getting caught breaking bus lane rules in Aberdeen every day.
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Published: 18/05/2013 07:07:42

Two cars crash on busy Aberdeen road

POLICE were called after a rush-hour crash on a busy Aberdeen road.
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Published: 18/05/2013 07:07:44

Aberdeen man wins £90,000 Aston Martin

AN ABERDEEN oil services worker was overjoyed after receiving a special lunchtime delivery – a stunning £90,000 supercar.
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Published: 18/05/2013 07:07:43

Aberdeen-bound plane forced to make emergency landing

A FLIGHT from Amsterdam to Aberdeen was forced to make an emergency landing.
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Published: 18/05/2013 07:08:22

Aberdeen scientist says insects could be food of future

CREEPY-CRAWLIES could soon be the food of the future according to a report by Aberdeen scientists.
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Published: 18/05/2013 07:08:22

Prince Charles’ charity backs urban village in Aberdeen

THE decision to back a major regeneration plan in Aberdeen was today given royal support.
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Published: 18/05/2013 07:08:22

Workmen branded ‘cowboys’ after leaving nails lying in street

WORKMEN have been branded “cowboys” after dozens of nails were left on a street.
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Published: 18/05/2013 07:08:24

Failure to overturn ban on Aberdeen restaurant’s sign

AN ABERDEEN restaurant has failed to have a ban on a sign overturned.
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Published: 18/05/2013 07:08:24

Fury after Travellers leave rubbish at Aberdeen site

A LANDOWNER today hit out after a group of Travellers left an unauthorised site in Aberdeen piled high with “disgusting” mounds of rubbish and debris.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:13

Flights to Madrid could take off at Aberdeen airport

TRANSPORT chiefs have outlined their ambition to establish links with more destinations at Aberdeen International Airport.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:14

Firefighters rescue man stuck up tree

A MAN had to be rescued by firefighters after he got stuck up a tree.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:23

Worms help Aberdeen restaurant boss cut costs

AN ABERDEEN restaurant boss has 1,000 wriggly workers who are helping cut his running costs.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:14

Hit-and-run driver crashed into taxi, 4x4 and wall in Aberdeen

POLICE were today hunting a hit-and-run motorist who has put an Aberdeen taxi driver off the road for weeks.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:15

Aberdeen woman stabbed partner in head and ear

AN ABERDEEN woman has admitted stabbing her former partner in the head and ear.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:23

Heartbroken family in plea to find missing dog

A DEVASTATED North-east family are appealing for help to find their beloved dog who has been missing since he jumped off a bridge.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:23

Gran caught with 69 cannabis plants hidden in loft

A WOMAN was caught with dozens of cannabis plants growing in her loft a court in Aberdeen heard.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:24

Animal blessing to be held at Aberdeen church

A CHURCH service for the furry and feathered friends of people the Aberdeen area is to be held next month.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:24

Aberdeen man failed to return hire car

AN ABERDEEN man has admitted hiring a car and not giving it back.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:24

Diabetic man set to take on Tough Mudder event

SIGNING a death waiver is not everyone’s ideal build-up to a race.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:24

Two-year ban for man caught drink-driving in Aberdeen

A MAN has been banned from driving for two years after being caught behind the wheel in Aberdeen while over the limit.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:24

Norman, 95, passes advanced driving test

A NORTH-EAST OAP has passed his advanced driving test after getting revved up over a radio phone-in.
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Published: 17/05/2013 10:12:24

Lorry driver taken to hospital after tanker crash

A LORRY driver was taken to hospital today after his water tanker overturned.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:34:38

Aberdeen home badly damaged in fire

AN INVESTIGATION was today under way after a family home in Aberdeen was badly damaged in a fire.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:09:46

Police hunt gang of jewellery thieves after 10 homes raided

POLICE were today hunting a gang in connection with a spate of daytime jewellery raids.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:09:47

Car flips over in Aberdeen crash

A DRIVER had a lucky escape after a car ended up on its side near an Aberdeen supermarket.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:09:47

Biker taken to hospital after crash with car in Aberdeen

A MAN was taken to hospital today following a crash at Nigg in Aberdeen.
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Published: 16/05/2013 11:25:21

Police probe Aberdeen machete attack

AN ABERDEEN community was today still in shock after two men were hurt in a stabbing.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:10:40

Aberdeen fires ‘could be linked’

POLICE today said they believe two Aberdeen fires could be linked.
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Published: 16/05/2013 11:25:21

Aberdeen council mobile phones hit by e-mail update

ABERDEEN City Council mobile phones were temporarily taken out of action after a software update, the Evening Express can reveal.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:10:39

Man admits careless driving in Aberdeen after car crushed by crane

A DRIVER whose hire car was crushed under the wheels of a crane in Aberdeen has admitted careless driving.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:10:38

Residents invited to air views on parking charges in Aberdeen

RESIDENTS are being offered the chance to air their views over parking charges in an Aberdeen community.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:10:38

New police appeal to trace stranger who allegedly spoke to young girl

POLICE today launched a fresh appeal for information after a man allegedly made comments to a school girl.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:10:40

Are you the owner of camera fished out of River Dee?

THE hunt is on to find the owner of a camera fished out of the River Dee by an angler.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:09:47

Warning as roadworks to start on busy Aberdeen road

DRIVERS were being warned to expect delays as roadworks were set to get under way on Dyce Drive in Aberdeen.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:10:40

Ex-Aberdeen FC player who attacked friend wants to ‘move on’

A FORMER Aberdeen FC player who was fined for knocking a teammate unconscious in an attack wants to “move on” from the incident.
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Published: 16/05/2013 10:10:41

Two men hurt in Aberdeen stabbing

AN INVESTIGATION was under way today after two men were injured in a stabbing in Aberdeen.
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Published: 15/05/2013 06:54:52

Video: Car flips on to roof in Aberdeen city centre

A CAR ended up on its roof today after an accident on Guild Street in Aberdeen.
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Published: 15/05/2013 07:26:56

Black widow spider found in Aberdeen

A POTENTIALLY deadly spider has been discovered in Aberdeen.
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Published: 15/05/2013 13:06:36

Plan for 500 homes at Aberdeen’s Broadford Works gets go-ahead

PLANS for more than 500 new homes to be built in the heart of Aberdeen have been conditionally backed by Government ministers.
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Published: 15/05/2013 10:04:52

Aberdeen man tells of day his wife’s heart stopped

AN ABERDEEN accountant has described the day his wife’s heart stopped for 45 minutes as a “very, very bad dream”.
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Published: 15/05/2013 10:05:06

Former Aberdeen FC player fined over assault

A FORMER Aberdeen footballer who admitted knocking a former teammate unconscious in an attack was today fined.
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Published: 15/05/2013 11:05:48

Dad tells of miracle baby’s fight for life in Aberdeen hospital

AN ABERDEEN man who was told he may have to turn off his premature baby’s life support machine today said he never lost hope his child would survive.
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Published: 15/05/2013 10:04:53

Clash of opinions over speed limit on Aberdeen road

AN ABERDEEN council leader was today on a collision course with police and her own officers over plans to cut the speed limit on a rural road.
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Published: 15/05/2013 10:05:06

Councillor slams begging by-law plan for Aberdeen

A BY-LAW to stop begging in Aberdeen has been described as “alarming” by a leading councillor.
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Published: 15/05/2013 10:05:07

Susan Boyle to perform in Aberdeen

SCOTTISH singing sensation Susan Boyle is heading to Aberdeen on her first live concert tour.
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Published: 15/05/2013 08:03:56

Lee Evans to bring Monsters tour to Aberdeen

COMEDY legend Lee Evans is set perform his new show in Aberdeen.
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Published: 15/05/2013 10:04:54

Man dies after fall in Aberdeen playground

A MAN found injured after falling at an Aberdeen school has died, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 14/05/2013 09:59:33

Video: Man taken to hospital after crane crushes car near Aberdeen airport

A DRIVER had a lucky escape after his car was crushed under the wheels of a crane near Aberdeen airport.
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Published: 14/05/2013 09:59:34

Man finds dead parrot in North-east garden

A MAN today spoke of his shock after discovering a dead parrot lying in his garden.
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Published: 14/05/2013 10:01:08

Woman harassed by male driver in Aberdeen

AN INVESTIGATION was today under way into a road rage incident which saw a man follow a woman driver in his car.
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Published: 14/05/2013 10:01:26

Police could back plan to ban begging in Aberdeen

SCOTLAND’S new police force said today it would consider backing a begging by-law in Aberdeen.
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Published: 14/05/2013 09:59:34

Aberdeen crash teenager off life support

A TEENAGER airlifted to hospital after a motorcycle crash was today named as Sean Greig.
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Published: 14/05/2013 09:59:33

Robbie the Shetland pony found covered in wounds

AN ANIMAL charity today hit out after a pony was found mutilated in the North-east.
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Published: 14/05/2013 13:46:40

‘Children forced to sleep on floors in North-east’

HUNDREDS of children in the North-east don’t have a bed of their own, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 14/05/2013 10:01:27

Brilliant Bill Bailey peddles out laughs in Aberdeen

COMEDIAN Bill Bailey brought his Qualmpeddler show to Aberdeen’s His Majesty’s Theatre.
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Published: 14/05/2013 09:59:36

Aberdeen students pet puppies to relieve exam stress

UNIVERSITY of Aberdeen students can pet away their exam stress after a “puppy room” opened for business.
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Published: 14/05/2013 10:01:26

Aberdeen council plan for more affordable homes

HUNDREDS of cheap new homes could be built across Aberdeen, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 14/05/2013 10:01:26

Aberdeen moves up rankings for top UK shopping spots

ABERDEEN has moved up the rankings of the UK’s top shopping spots.
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Published: 14/05/2013 10:01:27

North-east fish and chip shop up for two awards

A NORTH-EAST fish and chip shop has been nominated for two awards.
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Published: 14/05/2013 10:01:28

£5 million road to end traffic chaos at Aberdeen airport

A CONGESTION-BUSTING route around Aberdeen International Airport will be open within two years.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:00:39

Probe after man ‘made comments to schoolgirl’

A POLICE probe has been launched after a man allegedly made comments to a schoolgirl.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:00:39

Video: Firefighters cut man free after crash

TWO men were taken to hospital today after a crash on a North-east road.
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Published: 13/05/2013 14:19:44

Video: Farm building badly damaged in fire

A NORTH-EAST farm building was badly damaged today after a fire broke out.
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Published: 13/05/2013 14:19:44

First look at £115 million homes scheme

THE first detailed plans were unveiled today for a £115 million leisure and housing project near Aberdeen that could create hundreds of jobs.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:00:40

Fireman injured in chip pan safety demonstration

A FIREFIGHTER was taken to hospital after an accident during a safety demonstration.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:00:41

Teenager critically injured in motocross accident

A TEENAGER was today in a critical condition in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary after a motocross accident.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:01:29

Man made false claim for cash from Aberdeen university

A FORMER Aberdeen nursing lecturer has been struck off after he was found to not have the qualifications he said he did.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:01:29

Picture gallery: VSA fair, Peterculter

EASTER Anguston Farm hosted a spring fair over the weekend to mark its reopening for summer.
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Published: 13/05/2013 11:35:37

Couple say thieves have driven them from home

A FAMILY victimised by thieves today spoke of the impact it has had on their lives.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:01:29

Picture gallery: Bon Accord Bike Ride, Hazlehead Park, Aberdeen

DOZENS of people used pedal power to raise money for charity.
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Published: 13/05/2013 11:37:01

Katherine Jenkins helps raise £100,000 for Aberdeen charity

KATHERINE Jenkins helped raise more than £100,000 for an Aberdeen children’s charity, organisers revealed today.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:00:45

Community to have say on plans for Aberdeen Harbour

ABERDEEN’S harbour area could be regenerated with the help of community ideas.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:01:30

Man taken to hospital after attack in Aberdeen city centre

AN INVESTIGATION was under way today after a man was attacked in Aberdeen.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:01:30

Two Aberdeen bands in finals of top music competition

TWO Aberdeen bands are in with a chance to play at Download music festival.
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Published: 13/05/2013 10:01:30

Teenagers flee scene after crashing car into fence

A GROUP of teenagers fled after crashing a car through iron bollards at high speed, and ploughing the vehicle into a metal fence in Aberdeen.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:32

Man charged with causing death of teenager in crash

A MAN has appeared in court in connection with the death of a North-east teenager, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:31

Video: Can you give any of these pets a new home?

Can Sophie be your pal?
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Published: 12/05/2013 12:15:54

Man cut free after two cars and bus crash at junction

A MAN had to be cut free from a car after three vehicles, including a bus, collided at a busy North-east junction.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:45

Travellers moved from Aberdeen park

A GROUP of Travellers were moved on from an illicit site in Aberdeen after local authority officers sought an immediate eviction order.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:32

One person injured after car leaves North-east road

ONE person suffered minor injuries after a car left the road near Hatton.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:45

William Walton takes Aberdeen bypass battle to Europe

THE battle against Aberdeen’s bypass was today heading for Europe.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:33

Katherine Jenkins shines at Aberdeen charity gala event

INTERNATIONAL opera star Katherine Jenkins performed at a gala dinner for the Befriend a Child charity in Aberdeen.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:34

Voice USA star Terry McDermott to perform in Aberdeen

A NORTH-EAST singer – who took the US by storm – has announced a homecoming gig.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:35

Tesco vows to build new store in North-east

SUPERMARKET chain Tesco has reiterated its commitment to set up a new North-east branch.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:46

Man loses damages claim after slipping on moss at Aberdeen tennis court

A MAN who broke his ankle on an Aberdeen university tennis court after slipping on a piece of moss has lost his bid for damages.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:47

Former Aberdeen primary school to be demolished

A FORMER Aberdeen primary school is set to be pulled down.
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Published: 11/05/2013 07:43:46

Mid-air scare as door opens on Aberdeen flight

A PLANE with 20 people on board travelling from Aberdeen to Shetland made an emergency landing after a door flew open.
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Published: 10/05/2013 10:18:55

NHS worker keeps job after garage workers find body in back of van

AN NHS worker suspended after a van was taken to an Aberdeen garage with a body in the back has kept his job.
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Published: 10/05/2013 10:18:55

Aberdeen cancer patients face 125-mile trip for treatment

NORTH-EAST patients battling brain tumours are being forced to travel to Edinburgh for treatment due to a shortage of skilled senior doctors in Aberdeen.
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Published: 10/05/2013 10:18:55

Anger as Aberdeen drivers using street as short-cut

ANGRY residents today revealed their frustration at their Aberdeen street being used as a short-cut for queue-dodging commuters.
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Published: 10/05/2013 10:19:03

Teenager hit by car in Aberdeen

EMERGENCY services were called after a teenager was knocked down by a car in Aberdeen today.
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Published: 10/05/2013 13:38:37

‘Corrosion probably caused North Sea helicopter ditchings’

THE “probable” cause of two helicopter ditchings has been revealed.
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Published: 10/05/2013 10:19:02

Pervert jailed over 20,000 indecent images of children

A PERVERT caught with thousands of indecent images and videos of children has been jailed for 18 months.
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Published: 10/05/2013 10:18:56

Aberdeen council to hear drivers’ views on bid to cut speed limit

THE results of a consultation into plans to slash the speed limit on a stretch of road is set to be revealed.
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Published: 10/05/2013 10:19:03

‘Bypasses will improve traffic north of Aberdeen’

DESIGNS for three new bypasses that will cut journey times from Aberdeen to Inverness will be drawn up by the end of next year, the Scottish Government has confirmed.
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Published: 10/05/2013 10:19:04

Former Aberdeen FC stars pay tribute to Ernie Winchester

EX-ABERDEEN FC players today paid tributes to a “gentle giant” of the game.
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Published: 10/05/2013 10:19:05

Diversions in place for Aberdeen roadworks

DIVERSIONS will be in place this weekend as roadworks are carried out at two locations in Aberdeen.
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Published: 10/05/2013 10:19:04

Patient seriously injured at Aberdeen hospital building site

AN INVESTIGATION was today under way after an elderly patient was seriously injured on an Aberdeen hospital construction site.
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Published: 09/05/2013 10:02:52

Teenage biker injured in Aberdeen road crash

A TEENAGER was taken to hospital after his motorbike was in a crash with a van in Aberdeen.
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Published: 09/05/2013 10:02:53

Aberdeen security expert: ‘It only takes two minutes to steal a car’

TRAINED criminals can make off with some models of car in just a couple of minutes, according to security experts.
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Published: 09/05/2013 10:02:51

Aberdeen airport evacuated after fire breaks out

HUNDREDS of travellers were forced to evacuate Aberdeen International Airport after a fire broke out.
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Published: 09/05/2013 10:02:52

House prices on the rise in Aberdeen

THE buzz was today returning to the Aberdeen area housing market after activity levels rose to the highest levels in years.
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Published: 09/05/2013 10:03:06

Blocking Aberdeen site to Travellers could cost firm £8,000

A BUSINESS today hit out at the cost of having to secure an Aberdeen site from illicit Traveller camps.
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Published: 09/05/2013 10:03:06

Aberdeen woman working on Nelson Mandela film

AN ABERDEEN woman is currently working on the post production of the film version of Nelson Mandela’s autobiography.
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Published: 09/05/2013 10:02:55

‘Drinking den’ torn down after Aberdeen residents complain

A RAMSHACKLE Aberdeen ‘drinking den’ has been torn down after complaints of antisocial behaviour.
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Published: 09/05/2013 10:03:06

Baker’s baps mark Bailies of Bennachie’s birthday

A BAKER is marking a conservation charity’s 40th anniversary by creating a tasty treat.
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Published: 09/05/2013 10:03:07

Doctors tell former snooker champion his cancer is terminal

A FORMER snooker champion today spoke of his heartbreak after being told his bowel cancer has returned and is terminal.
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Published: 08/05/2013 09:55:40

Thieves snatch Audi with faulty brakes in Aberdeen

POLICE were today hunting joyriders who snatched a car with faulty brakes in Aberdeen.
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Published: 08/05/2013 09:55:40

Major store plan at Aberdeen beach sparks safety fears

SAFETY fears have been raised over plans to transform the site of a former nightclub in Aberdeen.
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Published: 08/05/2013 09:55:41

Video: Aberdeen art student adds colour to city culture bid

AN ABERDEEN art student plans to paint himself different colours each day, as part of a unique new art exhibition.
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Published: 08/05/2013 09:56:55

Police probe after snarling dog frightens boy in Aberdeen park

POLICE were today investigating after a mum complained about an aggressive dog that approached her and her three-year-old son in Aberdeen.
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Published: 08/05/2013 09:55:42

TV series The Harbour returning to our screens

A TV SERIES revealing the hustle and bustle of Aberdeen harbour is gearing up to return.
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Published: 08/05/2013 09:56:59

‘Quoted price for Aberdeen bypass is nowhere near true cost’

FIGURES for the cost and benefits of Aberdeen’s bypass have been dismissed as pure fantasy by the Green party.
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Published: 08/05/2013 09:56:58

UKIP set to fight for seat in Aberdeen

A UKIP candidate will be among those standing in the Aberdeen Donside by-election.
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Published: 08/05/2013 09:56:59

Man whose car pinned woman against wall fined

A MAN who lost control of a car in an Aberdeen incident which left a woman pinned to a wall has been fined.
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Published: 08/05/2013 09:56:58

Aberdeen-based gun club slams plan to licence air weapons

AN ABERDEEN-BASED rifle club hit out today at possible moves to licence air weapons.
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Published: 08/05/2013 09:56:57

Plans to breathe new life into Aberdeen community

A FURTHER glimpse into plans to regenerate an Aberdeen community has been revealed.
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Published: 07/05/2013 10:08:03

Aberdeen dad tells why night of glory turned to despair

AN ABERDEEN dad has revealed why what should have been one of his greatest ever nights turned into a tragedy.
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Published: 07/05/2013 10:08:01

North-east one of UK’s hottest spots

THE North-east was today one of the hottest places in the UK.
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Published: 07/05/2013 13:49:02

Hotel plan for former Aberdeen music store site

A WINE bar, bistro and new shops could be part of a hotel plan for Aberdeen’s Union Street, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 07/05/2013 10:08:04

Aberdeen schoolgirls’ misery at ban for uniform change

TWO pupils have been barred from their Aberdeen school awards ceremony and leaving dance after changing out of uniform on their last day and fleeing from senior teachers.
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Published: 07/05/2013 10:10:13

Aberdeen drivers angered by huge differences in cost of car insurance

MOTORISTS in some Aberdeen communities are paying hundreds of pounds more for their car insurance than nearby neighbours.
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Published: 07/05/2013 10:08:02

Big Reunion takes Aberdeen by storm

ABERDEEN turned into a giant playground when the bands from the Big Reunion took the stage at the city’s AECC.
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Published: 07/05/2013 10:10:15

Travellers deny moving blockage to enter Aberdeen site

A GROUP of Travellers has denied moving a blockade of boulders to gain access to a site in Aberdeen.
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Published: 07/05/2013 10:10:14

Short list of bidders to build Aberdeen bypass revealed

THE final short list of bidders to build the Aberdeen bypass was announced today.
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Published: 07/05/2013 10:43:57

Aberdeen man fighting for life after alleged hit and run

A MAN was today charged with attempted murder after a 27-year-old from Aberdeen was allegedly struck by a car.
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Published: 06/05/2013 14:02:09

Schoolboys among worst car thieves in North-east

THREE of the worst car thieves in the North-east are schoolboys, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:03:33

Man found badly hurt in Aberdeen school playground

POLICE swooped on an Aberdeen school after a man was discovered injured in the playground.
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:03:34

Fake police Twitter account shut down

A TWITTER account parodying the police has been shut down after a complaint from officers.
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:03:34

Bikers taken to Aberdeen hospital after road crash

TWO motorcyclists were taken to hospital in Aberdeen after being involved in a crash.
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:03:33

Aberdeen man made homophobic comments at police HQ

A MAN has admitted making homophobic comments at police headquarters.
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:05:14

Building firm seeks legal action to remove Travellers from land

A BUILDING company today revealed it was taking court action against Travellers who have pitched up on its land.
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:05:14

Friday alcohol ban on Aberdeen trains to England

RAIL bosses have launched a Friday booze ban on trains travelling Aberdeen to England in a crackdown on antisocial behaviour.
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:05:13

Picture gallery and video: Fun in sun for Aberdeen families at fundraiser day

ABERDEEN sun-seekers were treated to a fun day in aid of the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:06:41

Aberdeen’s May Day parade ‘one of city’s biggest’

HUNDREDS took to the streets in what is being billed as one of the biggest May Day parades in the city.
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:05:14

New court date set for Aberdeen embezzler

A MAN who embezzled thousands from an Aberdeen nightspot has had his sentence delayed.
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:05:13

Aberdeen runners remember victims of Boston bombing

RUNNERS across the North-east have paid tribute to the victims of the Boston bombing.
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Published: 06/05/2013 10:05:15

Police storm homes of alleged Aberdeen car thieves

POLICE in Aberdeen have launched a major crackdown on car thieves.
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Published: 04/05/2013 07:28:23

Fish and chip shop damaged after fire starts in fryer

A FISH and chip shop has been damaged after a fire started in the restaurant’s fryers.
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Published: 04/05/2013 07:28:22

Aberdeen man hit police officer on head with metal pole

AN ABERDEEN man who struck a police officer on the head with a metal pole has been locked up for four months.
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Published: 04/05/2013 07:28:23

Biker taken to hospital after Aberdeen crash

A MAN was taken to hospital after crash in Aberdeen.
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Published: 04/05/2013 07:29:20

Travellers pitch up behind Aberdeen supermarket

TRAVELLERS have pitched up on land behind an Aberdeen supermarket.
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Published: 04/05/2013 07:28:23

Aberdeen drivers caught ignoring red lights

IRRESPONSIBLE driving in Aberdeen has been deemed “disappointing” by police after more motorists were caught skipping red lights.
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Published: 04/05/2013 07:29:20

Aberdeen man broke student’s jaw in nightclub attack

A MAN has been jailed for carrying out a “nasty” attack on a student at an Aberdeen nightclub.
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Published: 04/05/2013 07:29:20

Simon Rimmer to don kilt for Taste of Grampian festival

A CELEBRITY chef has promised to go full out Scottish at a North-east food and drink festival.
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Published: 04/05/2013 07:28:28

T In The Park roadshow heading for Aberdeen

A TASTE of T In The Park is heading for Aberdeen as the music festival celebrates its 20th anniversary with a Scotland-wide roadshow.
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Published: 04/05/2013 07:28:28

Man killed by train on Aberdeen to Inverness line

A MAN, 58, was killed after being hit by a train north of Aberdeen.
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Published: 03/05/2013 13:54:19

£30 million plan to revamp Aberdeen’s Capitol Theatre

IMAGES were unveiled today for the proposed revamp of a historic Aberdeen theatre on Union Street.
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Published: 03/05/2013 10:18:48

Two injured in car crash on North-east road

TWO people were injured today in a two-car crash on a North-east road.
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Published: 03/05/2013 13:54:19

North-east woman crashed car while twice alcohol limit

A NORTH-EAST woman has been banned from the road for a year after getting behind the wheel while double the alcohol limit.
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Published: 03/05/2013 10:31:13

Man banned from Aberdeen nightspots after punching club worker

A MAN has been banned from a host of Aberdeen nightspots after attacking a member of staff at a club.
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Published: 03/05/2013 10:18:49

Police target Aberdeen homes in crackdown on violent crime

POLICE today hit the streets in Aberdeen as part of a blitz against violent criminals.
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Published: 03/05/2013 13:55:29

Competition launched to find best curry in Aberdeen area

A NEW competition has been launched to find the best curry in the Aberdeen area – and give charity a boost.
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Published: 03/05/2013 10:18:52

Woman taken to hospital after crash in North-east

A WOMAN was taken to hospital after a one-vehicle crash on the A952 between Mintlaw and Toll of Birness road.
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Published: 03/05/2013 13:55:29

North-east litterbugs go unpunished as Aberdeen offenders fined

LITTERBUGS across most of the North-east have gone unpunished, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 03/05/2013 10:31:15

Aberdeen man carried knife ‘for protection against gang’

AN ABERDEEN man caught with a knife in public claimed he needed to carry the weapon for protection against a gang of youths who “terrorised” him.
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Published: 03/05/2013 10:31:15

Eddie Izzard shines at Aberdeen gig

EDDIE Izzard kept his audience entranced with a hugely entertaining performance at Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre.
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Published: 03/05/2013 10:18:50

Award delight for mum and son behind Aberdeen hair salon

A MUM and son who run an Aberdeen hair salon have picked up a national award.
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Published: 03/05/2013 10:31:16

North-east town could be in line for road train

A NORTH-EAST coastal town is on track for its very own tourist road train.
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Published: 03/05/2013 10:31:16

North-east bar boss nominated for award

A NORTH-EAST publican has been nominated for the UK Licensee of the Year award.
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Published: 03/05/2013 10:31:16

Man airlifted to hospital after A90 crash

ONE man was airlifted to Aberdeen Royal Infirmary today after two were injured when a car hit a tree.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:21:54

Huge tailbacks after car and motorbike crash

A MAN was taken to hospital after a crash between a motorbike and a car on a busy North-east road.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:21:57

Anger over teachers smoking at Aberdeen school gates

TEACHERS lighting up cigarettes at the gates of an Aberdeen school have sparked anger in the community.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:21:54

Revamp of St Nicholas House site could net Aberdeen council £30 million

A DEAL to regenerate St Nicholas House could net Aberdeen City Council a potential £30 million, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:23:39

Developer pledges to solve pothole problem in Aberdeen

ABERDEEN residents blighted by potholes could be handed a lifeline.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:21:54

Aberdeen woman trapped in kitchen

A WOMAN was taken to hospital today after being trapped in her kitchen in Aberdeen.
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Published: 02/05/2013 13:34:23

Aberdeen nightclub boss hits out over criminal ‘slur’

AN ABERDEEN club boss accused by police of having links to gangland figures today said the allegations against him are false.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:23:39

Thieves clear shelves of alcohol and cigarettes in Aberdeen shop raid

POLICE launched an appeal today after thieves stole money, cigarettes and booze worth “thousands of pounds” in an Aberdeen shop raid.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:23:40

Plan to stamp out rogue parking at Aberdeen’s Woodhill House

ROGUE parking is to be stamped out at one of the biggest public buildings in Aberdeen, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:23:40

Scheme to help people spot dolphins off Aberdeen coast

A NEW scheme has been launched to show people the best places to spot dolphins in Aberdeen.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:23:40

Aberdeen professor denies sex attack claim

A UNIVERSITY of Aberdeen professor has denied sexually assaulting a woman.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:23:40

New North-east Aldi store gets go-ahead

A NEW Aldi store is to be built in the North-east after councillors gave plans the go-ahead.
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Published: 02/05/2013 10:23:41

Design chosen for Aberdeen’s St Nicholas House site

ABERDEEN city councillors this afternoon chose their preferred design for the redevelopment of St Nicholas House.
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Published: 01/05/2013 15:46:02

Hundreds of North-east children branded obese

HUNDREDS of North-east children have been branded overweight by the NHS, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 01/05/2013 10:35:10

Nurse accused of lying to get lecturer job at Aberdeen university

A FORMER nursing lecturer has been accused of lying about his qualifications to get a top job at an Aberdeen university.
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Published: 01/05/2013 10:35:10

Aberdeen woman punched partner in face after row

AN ABERDEEN woman who punched her partner in the face after a “heated argument” was given a deferred sentence to be of good behaviour.
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Published: 01/05/2013 10:37:55

Tailbacks after crash in Aberdeen city centre

A CRASH in Aberdeen city centre today caused major tailbacks during rush-hour.
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Published: 01/05/2013 10:35:14

Business case for Aberdeen incinerator approved

COUNCILLORS have approved the business case for a new incinerator in Aberdeen.
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Published: 01/05/2013 10:37:56

Fresh leads in hunt for North-east rapist

POLICE hunting a rapist are looking at fresh lines of inquiry after a CCTV appeal.
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Published: 01/05/2013 10:37:56

Thief jailed after breaking into Aberdeen house

A THIEF who admitted breaking into an Aberdeen house has been locked up.
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Published: 01/05/2013 10:37:56

Lorry and car crash on Aberdeen road

A LORRY and a car were involved in a crash in Aberdeen.
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Published: 01/05/2013 10:37:57

20 motorists caught in Aberdeen crackdown on bad driving

TWENTY people have been dealt with by police after a crackdown on bad driving in Aberdeen.
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Published: 01/05/2013 10:37:57

Baby in hospital after A90 crash

A BABY was taken to hospital after a car crash which left three other people injured.
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Published: 30/04/2013 10:01:08

Aberdeen woman made drunken hoax police call over ‘stabbing’

A WOMAN who made a drunken hoax emergency call telling police there had been a stabbing on an Aberdeen street has been fined.
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Published: 30/04/2013 10:01:08

Aberdeen Mediterranean restaurant named best in Scotland

A MEDITERRANEAN restaurant in Aberdeen has been named Scotland’s favourite.
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Published: 30/04/2013 10:01:21

Singer Emeli Sande backs Aberdeen’s culture bid

SUPERSTAR singer Emeli Sande today threw her weight behind Aberdeen’s bid to become UK City of Culture.
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Published: 30/04/2013 14:53:29

Drivers’ anger over huge potholes in Aberdeen car park

HUGE potholes in a busy Aberdeen car park are costing angry drivers hundreds of pounds in repairs, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 30/04/2013 10:01:09

Aberdeen steps up bid for City of Culture title

DESIGNS for the planned £30 million redevelopment of Aberdeen Art Gallery are on show to the public.
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Published: 30/04/2013 10:01:09

Aberdeen sports centre staff reject pay offer

WORKERS at Aberdeen leisure facilities have rejected an offer in a bid to avert strike action.
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Published: 30/04/2013 10:01:21

Historic discovery could boost tourism to North-east town

A MAJOR archaeological discovery could spark a tourism boom for a North-east town, it was claimed today.
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Published: 30/04/2013 10:01:21

Design students make their mark with Aberdeen fashion show

BUDDING designers wowed crowds with some edgy creations at their first ever fashion show in Aberdeen.
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Published: 30/04/2013 10:01:22

Missing Aberdeen woman found safe and well

POLICE Scotland confirmed an Aberdeen woman has been traced safe and well.
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Published: 30/04/2013 10:01:22

Aberdeen man blasts Thomson after Tenerife flight axed

AN ABERDEEN man today slammed a holiday firm after a flight taking him to his dream 70th birthday celebrations was axed.
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Published: 30/04/2013 10:01:23

‘Hundreds of North-east pupils at risk of measles’

NEARLY 400 North-east schoolchildren could be at risk of measles, according to the latest Scottish Government figures.
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Published: 29/04/2013 09:57:33

Video and gallery: Thousands cheer on Torcher Parade in Aberdeen

THOUSANDS of people lined the streets of Aberdeen to show their support for an annual student parade.
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Published: 29/04/2013 09:57:35

Man threw container of hot food at Chinese takeaway worker

A MAN has pleaded guilty to throwing a container of hot food at a member of staff at a Chinese takeaway in Aberdeen.
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Published: 29/04/2013 09:57:33

Man threw glass at worker in Aberdeen bar

A CLEANING supervisor who threw a glass at a member of staff at an Aberdeen bar has been ordered to carry out unpaid work.
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Published: 29/04/2013 09:59:10

Video and gallery: Crowds turn out for Run Balmoral

THOUSANDS turned out to enjoy one of the most anticipated events in the North-east athletics calendar.
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Published: 29/04/2013 09:59:11

Residents voice fears over Aberdeen cycle path

NEW measures have been put forward to tackle traffic management issues across Aberdeen.
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Published: 29/04/2013 09:57:34

Man admits attack in Aberdeen city centre

A MAN has admitted carrying out an assault in Aberdeen city centre.
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Published: 29/04/2013 09:59:11

Aberdeen man in fight challenge over £5 debt

AN ABERDEEN man has been ordered to carry out unpaid work after challenging someone to a fight over a £5 debt.
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Published: 29/04/2013 09:59:12

Emergency crews tackle grass fires in Aberdeen field

EMERGENCY crews were called to tackle two grass fires in Aberdeen.
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Published: 29/04/2013 09:59:12

Woman knocked down by lorry on Aberdeen street

AN ELDERLY woman was knocked down by a lorry during rush hour on one of Aberdeen’s busiest streets.
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Published: 27/04/2013 08:35:13

Rise in £1 million Aberdeen homes

THE number of homes selling for at least £1 million in Aberdeen has risen, new figures today revealed.
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Published: 27/04/2013 08:35:14

Aberdeen parents disappointed after meeting over school plans

ABERDEEN parents today told how they feel they are no closer to answers about the future of their kids’ school.
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Published: 27/04/2013 08:35:13

Plans for waste incinerator in Aberdeen

WASTE chiefs want the go ahead for an Aberdeen incinerator by Christmas, the Evening Express can reveal today.
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Published: 27/04/2013 08:35:12

Woman assaulted in Aberdeen

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a 26-year-old woman was assaulted.
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Published: 27/04/2013 08:35:26

North-east fish and chip shop wins top award

A NORTH-EAST fish and chip shop has been named Scottish Sustainable Restaurant of the Year at this year’s Sustainable Restaurant Association Awards.
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Published: 27/04/2013 08:35:26

Aberdeen children’s home evacuated after fire alert

AN ABERDEEN children’s home was evacuated after a fire scare.
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Published: 27/04/2013 08:35:26

Rewards of up to £25,000 to stop card skimming

A CASH machine network has teamed up with Crimestoppers in a bid to kick out card-skimming.
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Published: 27/04/2013 08:35:26

Scottish woman competes for top Irish rose crown

A SCOTTISH winner will compete in one of Ireland’s biggest festivals for the first time in 25 years.
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Published: 27/04/2013 08:35:26

Family’s travel nightmare after Aberdeen holiday flight scrapped

A FAMILY hit out today after being split up when their flight from Aberdeen to Tenerife was axed.
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Published: 26/04/2013 10:06:12

Woman drove car to buy painkillers after drinking gin in the bath

A TRAINING co-ordinator has been banned from driving for two years after getting behind the wheel in Aberdeen while almost three times the booze limit.
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Published: 26/04/2013 10:06:11

Conman steals £500 from Aberdeen pensioner’s home

PENSIONER today told how he was the victim of a £500 theft after a conman tricked his way into his Aberdeen home.
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Published: 26/04/2013 10:06:12

Travellers move on from site at Aberdeen Sports Village

MORE than 17 caravans have moved from an unauthorised site in Aberdeen.
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Published: 26/04/2013 13:51:30

Aberdeen taxi drivers track down stolen vehicle in four hours

A TAXI driver today told how his stolen van was returned thanks to a network of eagle-eyed cabbies in Aberdeen.
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Published: 26/04/2013 10:06:13

Aberdeen to host first Fashion Week event

MODELS are to strut the catwalk in the North-east’s first fashion week.
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Published: 26/04/2013 10:07:48

Six cars broken into in Aberdeen

POLICE were appealing for witnesses after a spate of car break-ins in Aberdeen.
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Published: 26/04/2013 10:07:45

Man admits trying to hotwire motorbike in Aberdeen

A WOULD-BE thief has admitted trying to hotwire a motorbike in Aberdeen in a failed attempt to steal it.
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Published: 26/04/2013 10:07:50

Photo competition to mark renovation of Aberdeen’s Duthie Park

A COMPETITION to capture the history of Aberdeen’s Duthie Park has been launched ahead of its reopening.
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Published: 26/04/2013 10:07:49

Man taken to hospital after fire at Aberdeen flat

A MAN was taken to hospital after a fire broke out at a ground floor flat in Aberdeen.
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Published: 26/04/2013 10:07:47
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