No music rule ‘disappointing’ says Aberdeen pub boss, but venues will back new measures to keep people safe
New legislation for hospitality businesses has been announced by the Scottish Government following an outbreak of coronavirus in Aberdeen.
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Anger over ‘shocking’ state of overgrown Aberdeen cemetery
A north-east man has raised concerns over the 'shocking' state of an Aberdeen cemetery.
Congregations return to places of worship for first time in months
Restricted numbers, physical distancing, face coverings and a ban on singing were among the coronavirus precautions in place as communal worship restarted across Scotland.
Places of worship prepare for return of communal prayer
Congregations are facing a “new normal” as they return to communal worship amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Church leaders welcome early resumption of communal worship
Religious leaders have welcomed news that communal worship can resume earlier than expected.
The silent bells of St Nicholas and other tales from Mither Kirk’s 800 years at the heart of Aberdeen
There was great excitement in Aberdeen as the stunning new bells for the spire of the Mither Kirk were paraded through the streets for citizens to admire, before ringing out in celebration of Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee.
Readers’ Letters: Former pupils salute unique teacher
Reading Neil Drysdale’s story about Mr Alan Small brought back great memories of Alan.
Plans to dispose of three Church of Scotland buildings in Aberdeen
Three Church of Scotland buildings in Aberdeen will be disposed of under new plans to reform the Kirk in the region.
Historic Aberdeen church service streamed live
The first service of the newly-formed Presbytery Aberdeen and Shetland has been streamed online.
Joy for parishioners as Aberdeen churches create joint congregation
An Aberdeen congregation will rise from the ashes by combining with a neighbouring church to create a new parish.
Aberdeen churches close due to coronavirus pandemic
Churches in Aberdeen have shut because of the coronavirus outbreak.
Aberdeen church shuts for good despite locals’ protests
An Aberdeen church has been closed for good despite long-standing protests from the local community.
Rethink urged over Aberdeen church closure plans
A city minister has urged kirk bosses to think again about plans to close his church and warned of the impact the decision could have on the community.
Woman admits stealing steak from Aberdeen supermarket and breaking into church
Denise Elrick, 29, went to Morrisons on King Street, Aberdeen, on June 21 this year and stole three packets of steak.
Plans lodged to extend north-east church
Plans have been lodged to add an extension to a north-east church.
Trail-blazing deaf minister appointed to leave north-east congregation
One of the Church of Scotland’s two deaf ministers has been inducted in the north-east.
Video: Aberdeen church lodges crypt plan for 2,000 skeletons
Plans to create a crypt for thousands of human remains inside an Aberdeen church have been lodged with the local authority.
Aberdeen kirk leader ‘upset’ as church merger bid thrown out
An Aberdeen church leader has called a congregation’s decision against merging with another city church a “missed opportunity”.
Artist to preach for the Queen at north-east church this weekend
A renowned Scottish artist is set to preach for the Queen at a historic north-east church.
Anger over plans to replace historic pews at Aberdeen church
Concerns have been raised over a church’s plans to replace its historic wooden pews.
Former church could be turned into cafe
A bid has been lodged to convert a North-east church into a community cafe.