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Alford
Campaign launched to keep bikers safe on north-east roads
Police chiefs visiting the north-east today urged road users to "think bike" and help reduce road-crash deaths.
North-east chart-topping star Emeli Sande announces new album
Alford's Brit Award winning chart-topping star Emeli Sandé MBE has today announced her much anticipated third album.
Drink driver banned after being spotted by shop worker in north-east car park
Scott Davidson, 34, was spotted by a shop worker in an Alford car park, lying back with the driver’s seat reclined and the engine running, before driving off.
Dad to row Atlantic in homemade boat to raise funds for Aberdeen children’s hospital
A north-east dad is hoping to be the first person to complete a solo 2,000-mile row to raise £50,000 for the hospital which helped his son.
Closure of north-east care home led to ‘bed blocking’
Muirhead Care Home in Alford closed in August after the Care Inspectorate found highly distressing conditions, including residents tied to chairs with belts and not getting enough food.
Three men deny robbing man at north-east ATM
Three men have denied assaulting another man, forcing him to withdraw money from a cash machine and robbing him.
New Year, New Home: Why not this stunning five-bedroom steading?
With panoramic views, this stunning five-bedroom detached steading really is dream home material.
Three arrested following inquiry at shut-down north-east care home
Three people have been arrested in relation to alleged offences at a north-east care home which was forced to close.
Emergency crews battle ‘significant’ blaze at north-east farm building
Firefighters tackled a "significant" blaze at a north-east farm.
Committee asked to reject plans for three new homes in north-east
A north-east council committee has been asked to reject an application to build three homes.
Donside Girls Under-15s’ ‘astonishing’ success as they lift Scottish Cup
A youth football team ended the season on a high after taking home their first Scottish Cup for the club in 12 years.
North-east man, 27, threw cigarette at police officer who offered him a lift home
A man has been fined for throwing a cigarette at a police officer who offered him a lift home.
Report reveals ‘cruel’ actions at north-east care home
According to the watchdog, some staff at the home were ill-equipped with the skills and knowledge to carry out their jobs, with some having never worked in a care environment before. Inspectors also observed there was not enough food at the home to feed residents
North-east woman banned after being caught six-times drink-drive limit
Angela Connell, 47, had been trying to visit her mother at an old folks’ home in Alford but was spotted by a nurse who thought she seemed drunk and then saw her drive away.
Silver Birches from Stewart Milne Homes: Relaxed rural living within easy reach of the city
Silver Birches from Stewart Milne Homes sits within rolling countryside, offering stunning views and relaxed rural living.
Shut-down north-east care home’s parent firm in liquidation
The parent company of a north-east care home forced to close due to poor care of elderly people has folded.
North-east woman in court for shouting: ‘I’m going to put you on the barbecue and eat you’
A woman has been handed a supervision order after shouting threats including “I’m going to put you on the barbecue and eat you”.
North-east care home forced to shut by sheriff
A north-east care home been officially closed by a sheriff.
North-east woman admits driving while almost SIX times over drink-drive limit
A sheriff has slammed a north-east drink-driver’s alcohol reading as one of the highest he has ever seen.
North-east castle worker receives national award
An employee of a historic north-east castle has received an award from a trust.
Third time lucky for north-east woman after body rejects first two kidneys
It has been 21 years since Sarah Robertson underwent a kidney transplant.
North-east residents encouraged to have their say on recycling project
Residents of a north-east town are being urged to have their say on a recycling scheme.
Firefighters tackle blaze at north-east farm
Firefighters have tackled a building fire on a north-east farm.
Charity motorbike auction to be held at north-east transport museum
A north-east transport museum will be hosting a charity auction next month.
Aberdeen campaigner to attempt electric bike world record
A north-east campaigner is hoping to smash a world record later this month when he gets on his bike.
Teen charged after woman in 90s allegedly assaulted at north-east care home
A teenager has been charged after a woman in her 90s was allegedly assaulted at a north-east care home.
North-east care home which tied residents to chairs ordered to close
A north-east care home which tied residents to chairs and gave them the wrong drugs has been ordered to close by a court.
Police launch investigation into north-east care home over allegations elderly patients were put at risk
Police have launched an investigation into a residential home after a watchdog raised concerns over the care given to its residents.
North-east cancer charity launches latest service
A north-east cancer charity is preparing to launch a new outreach service to provide information and support to those affected by a diagnosis.