Aberdeen music students create record special lockdown performance
A school orchestra and choir are virtually recording songs to create musical masterpieces during the lockdown.
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Petition launched for new calisthenic park in Aberdeen
More than 60 people have signed a petition to create a new calisthenic park in Aberdeen. An e-petition was lodged with Aberdeen City Council for the facility, proposed for next to the children’s playground beside the Beach Ballroom. It currently includes 61 signatures and is open until next Thursday.
Delight as Aberdeen woman Millicent celebrates 90th birthday
An Aberdeen pensioner has celebrated her 90th birthday at a surprise party.
Disused Aberdeen toilet block set to be demolished
A disused north-east toilet block is to be demolished.
First tattoo convention in five years will leave mark on Aberdeen residents
A tattoo convention is set to make its mark at a city venue later this year.
Aberdeen pensioners recreate Beach Ballroom date for Valentine’s Day
A lifelong Aberdeen couple have celebrated Valentine’s Day by turning back the clock – recreating their special first date from nearly 68 years ago, in 1952.
Beloved Aberdeen dance teacher Jemma McRae’s last wishes to feature on new BBC series
A documentary will recount how a beloved Aberdeen dance teacher made her students’ wishes come true when it airs later this month.
Thousands of north-east pupils attend Safe Drive Stay Alive event
Thousands of north-east pupils are being taught the importance of road safety through a hard-hitting presentation.
‘Little Miracles’ step into spotlight at Aberdeen fashion show
A fashion show is being held to raise awareness of a charity set up to help premature and sick babies.
Video: Dancers trip the light fantastic at Aberdeen’s Strictly Archie event
It was a night filled with glitz and glamour as couples from across the north-east strutted their stuff for charity.
Meet the eight couples taking part in tonight’s Strictly Archie event at the Beach Ballroom
Eight couples are set to take to the floor as part of an Aberdeen charity dance event.
Aberdeen in Bloom winners announced at Beach Ballroom ceremony
The winners of this year’s Aberdeen in Bloom competition have been revealed.
Investing in brighter future for much-loved Aberdeen ballroom
Aberdeen’s iconic Beach Ballroom will remain in public hands after councillors agreed a plan for its future.
‘Much-loved’ Beach Ballroom to stay in Aberdeen council’s hands
An iconic Aberdeen venue is to remain in public ownership after the council abandoned plans to outsource it.
Original 106 FM star signs up for charity dance event Strictly Archie
A popular radio presenter is among the first to sign up for a charity dance event.
Top military band to perform in Aberdeen on Poppyscotland fundraising tour
A top military band is to perform in Aberdeen as part of a fundraising tour.
Audiences still having a fun as Aberdeen’s Beach Ballroom celebrates 90th birthday
From playing host to the only Beatles gig in Aberdeen to hundreds of graduations and weddings, the Beach Ballroom has held a special place in people’s hearts over the past 90 years.
Everyone welcome to 90th birthday party for Aberdeen’s Beach Ballroom
Everyone is invited to the 90th birthday celebration of Aberdeen’s favourite ballroom.
Splashing out as DolphinFest opens
Aberdeen’s very first dolphin festival is set to make a splash tonight as a renowned wildlife cameraman gives a talk.
Party likes its 1929 as Aberdeen’s historic beach ballroom celebrates birthday
A historic venue is calling on Aberdonians to swing back in time to celebrate its 90th birthday.
Talented Aberdeen dancers in emotional tribute as Jemma’s final wish comes true
Talented Aberdeen dancers paid a moving tribute in memory of their teacher with the help of Scottish Ballet.
Students step out for Aberdeen dance teacher’s final wish
Students of a beloved dance teacher are getting set to make her last wish a reality.
Friends reunited after 50 years at Aberdeen ceildih festival
Two friends were reunited after more than half a century apart when they attended a north-east dance festival at the weekend.
Couple who met in Aberdeen’s Beach Ballroom celebrate 60 years together
A north-east couple have spoken of the secret to wedded bliss as they celebrate 60 years of marriage.
Handing Beach Ballroom to private firm a ‘slap in face for Aberdeen’
A decision to hand over operation of an iconic concert venue to a private company has been branded a “slap in the face” to Aberdeen.
Aberdeen pupils to showcase talents with Beach Ballroom shows
School pupils are to showcase their talents with two upcoming concerts.
Diversion in place after manhole collapses at Aberdeen roundabout
A diversion has been put in place after a manhole on an Aberdeen roundabout collapsed.
100 bags of rubbish collected during Aberdeen Beach clean
More than 150 people turned up at one of the biggest organised beach cleans seen in Aberdeen.
Workshop to be held for north-east carers
A health body is offering carers in the north-east the opportunity to share their views on what they think their field needs.
Volunteers wanted for Aberdeen beach clean
Volunteers are wanted to take part in an Aberdeen beach clean.