Planners back proposals for shop relocation
A North-east firm’s £3.5 million expansion has been backed by planners – despite fears it could lead to job losses.
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Thieves nick 10 tonnes of steel beams
Around 10 tonnes of steel beams have been taken from a commercial property in the North-east
ScotRail on track to install new charging points for cars at stations
New charging points for electric cars are to be rolled out at North-east railway stations by the end of the year.
Walking signs push North-east pupils to put legwork into school run
Colourful signs aimed at boosting the number of children walking to school are returning to Elgin.
Work of ‘adored’ school youth worker set to continue in her memory
The legacy of an inspirational North-east youth worker will live on after one of her closest friends raised money to allow her work to continue.
North-east mum goes missing with 18-month-old daughter
Police have launched a hunt for a North-east mum who is missing with her 18-month-old daughter.
Dons striker Anderson relishing opportunity to show his wares
Young Don Bruce Anderson can’t wait to experience senior football with Elgin City, but will get a taste today when Aberdeen under-20s face Inverness Caley Thistle in the Irn-Bru Cup.
Lynx looking to storm it in opener against Typhoons
Aberdeen Lynx are hoping for a strong start to the season with a trip north to Elgin today.
North-east council backs £25,000 of maintenance work for landmark building
Approval has been given for £25,000 of essential work to prevent a crumbling landmark from “catastrophic failure”.
New campaign aims to help bring awareness of human trafficking closer to home
Human trafficking has been uncovered in a number of North-east locations – as a new campaign to raise awareness of the issue was launched.
Call for new way to entice North-east council house tenants to downsize
Increased incentives, designed to persuade a local authority’s council house tenants to downsize have failed to boost housing stock.
Feast of flavours on menu at North-east food festival
Flavours from the Far East along with ones closer to home were on the menu at a food and drink festival.
16 charged as £40,000 of drugs seized in crackdown
Police have seized nearly £40,000 of drugs during a crackdown across Moray.
Training for North-east door stewards and street pastors could help save lives
Door stewards in the North-east have been trained in the use of life-saving equipment.
Three teenagers hurt after car crashes into tree
Three teenagers have been hurt after a car they were in crashed into a tree.
Man charged in connection with North-east housebreaking
A man has been charged in relation to a series of incidents in part of the North-east.
£30 million transport strategy given the green light by councillors
North-east councillors have given the green light to a £30 million investment into a transport network.
North-east food bank faces extra strain from hungry kids
Staff at a North-east food bank say they have been facing huge demand during the school break, due to hungry children.
Work set to be approved at major roundabouts
A £30 million plan to relieve traffic gridlock in a North-east community could take a major step forward this week.
High housing costs sees new teachers withdraw
Three teachers who were due to start in North-east schools after the summer have pulled out – blaming a lack of affordable housing in the region.
Transplant girl Sadie, 11, on her marks to compete at UK games
A schoolgirl will take part in the British Transplant Games just four years after receiving a new heart.
Car lands on its side after North-east crash
A car has ended up on its side after a crash on a North-east road.
Road set for closure during major project to upgrade gas network
A gas network is set to be upgraded next month as part of wider works.
Chance to enjoy classic Shakespeare play in historic cathedral setting
A North-east cathedral is to provide the backdrop for a fun-filled evening of Shakespearean comedy.
Warning over unlicensed traders after police shut down illicit market
Police have closed down an unlicensed market - and warned they will crack down on other illicit vendors too.
Nightclub owner appeals for old pictures to inspire flat plans
The owner of a former nightclub venue hopes photos of the building in its heyday can inspire designs for its planned future use as flats.
Former North-east care home manager taken off register for breaching standards
A former care home manager has been struck off after the body found "a serious departure from relevant professional standards".
Mechanic who saved life of Moray teacher urges others to learn CPR
A quick-thinking mechanic who saved the life of a teacher urged others to learn CPR as he received an award.
Report highlights areas to improve following inspection at North-east hospital
A North-east hospital has been given area to improve upon following an unannounced inspection.
Postal votes on the rise ahead of North-east by-election
More than 1,830 postal votes will be issued on Friday for the forthcoming Moray Council by-election, representing an increase of 3.2% over council elections in May.