North-east groups urged to dive in for coast heritage cash
Organistations in the north-east can apply for funding for community projects which help protect coasts and waterways across the region.
Senior staff providing ‘strong leadership’ at north-east academy say inspectors
Inspectors have praised senior staff at a school for providing “strong leadership” to help improve education.
North-east primary school stripped out ahead of demolition
Work has begun on the demolition of a north-east primary school.
Video: Aberdeen shoppers take a walk on the wild side of life
Families were treated to an unusual display of wild animals while out shopping in an Aberdeen mall.
Warning for north-east carer worker after leaving elderly woman in soiled clothing and calling another a ‘bit of a groper’
A north-east care worker has been handed a six month warning after she left an elderly resident dressed in soiled clothing and called another a “bit of a groper”.
Pupils to have chance to meet astronaut Tim Peake during Aberdeen visit
Secondary school pupils are being offered the chance to meet astronaut Tim Peake when he visits Robert Gordon University next year.
Events held in Aberdeen to mark Latvian Week
North-east residents have been celebrating Latvian week with a series of events taking place in Aberdeen.
Lifejacket could have saved north-east fisherman
A fisherman who drowned off the north-east coast after becoming entangled in his own gear could have survived if he was wearing a lifejacket, an investigation has found.
Second man in court in connection with alleged Burger King robbery
A second man has appeared in court following an alleged robbery at a north-east fast food restaurant.
New signs directing drivers to Aberdeen bypass to cost almost £500,000
450 signs will be made and installed by a local firm with the scheme funded by Aberdeen City Council and Transport Scotland.
Man in court charged with serious assault at north-east pub as 52-year-old fights for life
A man has appeared in court charged with assault to the danger of life after an incident at a north-east pub.
Video: Bomb squad called to coastal town
The bomb squad was called to a coastal town after an item was discovered by firefighters tackling a car blaze.
Short film about Aberdeen bar The Grill wins award in Los Angeles
A short film telling the story of a sex discrimination protest at a popular Aberdeen pub has won an award in Los Angeles.
Call for meeting over axed Aberdeen to Gatwick flights
A north-east politician has called for a meeting with the Transport Secretary to discuss concerns over the loss of flights from Aberdeen to Gatwick.
North-east council opposition leader to stand for SNP in general election
Aberdeenshire Council’s opposition leader has launched a bid to become the SNP candidate in the Gordon constituency for the next general election.
Video: Viewing points plan aims to protect north-east seals
Conservationists have teamed up with a local community to help people enjoy watching wildlife at a popular nature reserve responsibly.
By-election date set for vacant seat in Aberdeen ward
The Aberdeen council by-election for the vacant seat in the Torry/Ferryhill ward will be held on November 21.
Aberdeen University technician nominated for prestigious education award
A leading technician from Aberdeen University has been nominated for a prestigious higher education award.
New ‘lifeline’ air ambulance service to launch in Aberdeen
A new air ambulance service will launch in Aberdeen next year to help save the lives of injured and seriously ill patients.
Warning of rising fees for Aberdeen out-of-school clubs
The local authority blamed the hike in costs on the council dealing with “severe financial restrictions”.
Aberdeen shopping centre’s Dinky Doctors scheme up for award
A scheme set up to give first aid training to children has been nominated for an award.
North-east libraries to hand out free condoms
Free condoms will be offered to library users as part of a new pilot project to cut the number of unwanted pregnancies.
Dons name Kingsford training base after Dave Cormack
The new community sports hub at Kingsford stadium has been named after a north-east technology entrepreneur.
Aberdeen research finds one in six women conceive baby naturally following failed IVF
A new study from Aberdeen University could offer hope to couples struggling to have a much longed for child.
Aberdeen academics tribute to north-east man that helped shape Treaty of Versailles
An Aberdeen academic will share the story of a farmer’s son who influenced one of the world’s most famous peace treaties at a prestigious event in Versailles.