North-east pupils to learn more about poppy
Primary school pupils in the north-east will get the chance to learn more about the poppy.
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Prisoner attacked inmate at superjail
A PRISONER who slashed another inmate as he sought a jail transfer could face a life sentence.
The perfect gift – meet the north-east’s Christmas babies
The best possible Christmas presents arrived early yesterday morning at Aberdeen Maternity Hospital as two families welcomed new babies into the world
Dons U16s claim cup after Jambos have two sent off
Aberdeen’s young guns claimed national trophy glory with a 1-0 Club Academy Scotland Under-16 Cup final defeat of Hearts.
Young north-east skier set to take on very best in world
A 15-year-old north-east skier is well on his way to the top after triumphing at his first Europa Cup meet.
A-listers support £3.9m expansion for Sue Ryder
CELEBRITIES have backed a city charity’s £3.9 million drive to nearly double the number of people it can care for.
Zombie uprising query
ABERDEEN City Council has responded to a request for details on dealing with “an aggressive rising of the dead”.
North-east nursing group still going strong after nearly 80 years
A long-running group has marked a major milestone at an event which attracted more than 100 nurses and reunited friends.
Stonehaven Open Air Pool enjoys bumper season
A popular tourist spot in the north-east has enjoyed another bumper season.
Plans for 142 new homes in north-east town approved
A developer has been given the go-ahead to move forward with a proposal to build 142 homes in a north-east town after a successful planning appeal.
Aberdeen incinerator work hit by delay
The development of a controversial £150 million waste incinerator in Aberdeen has missed a key deadline – before construction work has even started.
Dons legend Jim Leighton backs plans Aberdeen fitness village
Dons legend Jim Leighton has thrown his support behind plans for a new £10 million fitness village.
Alex Salmond begins legal action over sexual harassment allegations
Former First Minister Alex Salmond has formally begun his legal action against the Scottish Government over its handling of sexual harassment allegations made against him.
Road collision puts the brakes on Mearns triathlete’s “bucket list” Ben Nevis Braveheart adventure
A Mearns triathlete’s hopes of competing in a “bucket list” adventure have suffered a blow.
Little goes long way to full-time Cove role
COVE Rangers’ 32-year stalwart has taken his association with the club to new heights – as stadium manager at their new Balmoral Stadium.
Sheran’s joy as Cove win Shire Cup battle with Formartine
COVE Rangers boss John Sheran was pleased his side got the win after their Evening Express Aberdeenshire Cup battle with Formartine United at the Balmoral Stadium.
Older patients get set for third sports event at Aberdeen hospital
A north-east hospital is gearing up to host its third annual games tournament for older patients.
Bid to find sailors’ relatives
An APPEAL has been launched to track down the descendants of sailors who were rescued by a north-east heroine.
Aberdeen council co-leader defends suspended Labour councillors ahead of decision
Aberdeen City Council's co-leader has written to the chair of Labour calling for support for nine councillors currently suspended by the party.
Offers over £535,000: Age of elegance recaptured in north-east home
When Gordon and Patricia Sleigh decided to move to a smaller home eight years ago, they instead fell in love with a beautiful period home at St Cyrus.
Aberdeen City Council struggles to fill Gaelic teacher job vacancies
Concerns have been raised the city council is struggling to recruit Gaelic teachers.
Residents call for more homes to be built in north-east town
A call has been made for a development company to press ahead and build more houses in a new north-east town.
300 runners to take part in runway dash in aid of charity
Fitness fanatics have signed up to run on the runway at Aberdeen International Airport.
Betting shop bosses welcome conviction after Aberdeen robbery
Betting shop bosses today welcomed the conviction of two men who carried out an armed raid on one of its stores.
Aberdeenshire primary pupils visit care homes as part of new project
Primary school pupils are visiting care home residents as part of a new project set up so they can teach each other new games.
Look Again art festival launches in Aberdeen for fourth year
Organisers of a popular art festival spoke of their hopes it will be “bigger and better” this year as it launched in the city.
Dons great Harper urges folk to think of ‘star of the north’ Neale
Dons legend Joe Harper gave an emotional eulogy to his best friend, who had known since a child.
Tragedy fears at former hospital site
Fears have been expressed that someone may be injured or killed at the former Sunnyside Hospital site, as reports of children gaining entry to the site continue almost daily.
North-east man, 28, in court for second time on assault to danger of life charge
A man has appeared in court charged with assault to the danger of life in connection with an incident in a north-east town.
Aberdeenshire buoyed by wins at home as they go to battle in capital
Aberdeenshire will be away from home tomorrow for the first time since the opening day of the season.