On The Beat: No time to undo our good work
Last week, we reached the 100 day mark of lockdown. A great deal can happen during such a significant period of time – and particularly during a public health crisis which locked our country down overnight.
First online Scottish Agricultural Show a huge success
Thousands of people watched the first Scottish Agricultural Show to be held online.
Airlines relaunch European flights from Aberdeen airport
A number of domestic and international routes are set to relaunch at Aberdeen International Airport this week including flights to Poland and Spain.
North-east family benefit from therapeutic clown support
A north-east family are receiving therapeutic clown support for their young boy thanks to funding from the National Lottery.
Teenager admits assaults and robberies at Aberdeen garage and shop
A teenager has admitted carrying out a terrifying robbery at a petrol station after tying up a member of staff and threatening him with a baseball bat.
On The Beat: Substantial progress cannot be for nothing
Phase two. A milestone that so many of us have been waiting for, in particular people who have been shielding and those who live alone. Read the latest from Superintendent Kate Stephen
North-east police create video to show children a day in the life of an officer fighting crime
Police have created a video to show school children a day in the life of an officer fighting crime on the streets of the north-east.
Former north-east football coach jailed again for crimes of indecency
A jailed former football coach was imprisoned for a further four years today after more victims emerged.
Police warn north-east residents to be on high alert for virus scams
As restrictions to deal with coronavirus were introduced, day-to-day life as we know it drastically and quickly changed.
North-east teenager fails in bid to get attempted murder conviction quashed
A teenager serving time for participating in a brutal attempted murder bid has failed in a bid to have his conviction quashed.
Blogger accused of contempt at Salmond trial wants his hearing in court
A blogger accused of contempt of court during the recent Alex Salmond trial wants his hearing conducted in a physical court room.
MSP calls for government to prevent large scale job losses in north-east
MSP Richard Lochhead has called on the UK and Scottish Government to support the north-east to limit economic damage and prevent large scale job losses.
North-east magician cheers up residents during coronavirus pandemic
North-east magician Dean Spruce has been brightening up lockdown for north-east schools, nurseries and charities with some spell-binding videos of routines.
North-east man convicted of attempted murder to appeal
An Aberdeen man with an attempted murder conviction and links to a notorious outlaw bike gang is launching a legal battle in Scotland’s appeal court.
Volunteers hope Stonehaven Open Air Pool will reopen soon
Volunteers at a unique north-east summer attraction remain “hopeful” they can welcome swimmers this season.
Appeal court told north-east teenager is a ‘victim of a miscarriage of justice’
A north-east teenager serving time for participating in a brutal attempted murder bid is a victim of a miscarriage of justice, a court has heard.
Gamekeeper carries missing north east man to safety on his quad bike
A gamekeeper carried a missing north east man to safety on his quad bike after finding him in the hills.
On The Beat: ‘Times are tough, but I see kindness every day’
Kindness is always important - but never more so in these days of lockdown, writes Partnerships Inspector Ian McKinnon of the North East Division,
North-east college staff come together to build 1,000 protective visors for key workers
More than 1,000 protective visors have been created and distributed to key workers by staff at colleges across the north-east.
Aberdeen restaurant delivering free meals to frontline workers
A family-run Indian restaurant has been delivering free food to key workers during the lockdown.
Construction to resume on Aberdeen University’s new £35 million science building
Construction will resume on Aberdeen University’s new £35 million science building next month.
Former north-east football coach admits abusing another two boys
A former north-east football coach who is serving a jail sentence for child abuse has admitted sex crimes against a further two boys.
Captain Tom inspires Aberdeen primary pupils to raise thousands for hospital
A primary school, inspired by the heroic efforts of Captain Tom Moore, has raised more than £2,500 for Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
North-east police chief praises public for staying at home as lockdown continues
Superintendent Kate Stephen has appealed to north-east residents to continue adhering to lockdown rules to help save lives during the extension in Scotland.
Pint-sized postie joins Royal Mail staff on rounds in north-east town
A pint-sized postie has been joining Royal Mail staff on their rounds in Alford to help spread smiles throughout the Aberdeenshire community.
North-east volunteer group appeals for food tubs
A north-east volunteer group which has been working tirelessly to help the vulnerable during lockdown has put out an appeal for food tubs.
‘I love you, this is crazy’ – North-east postman’s last text to fiancee before dying from suspected Covid-19
A “strong, fit and healthy” postman texted his fiancee saying “I love you, this is crazy” just 30 minutes before he died from suspected coronavirus.
Coronavirus: ‘Kind-hearted’ north-east volunteers praised for efforts
A north-east councillor has praised the efforts of devoted volunteers across the north-east as they help the fight against coronavirus.
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.