Video: Thousands flock to Aberdeen beach for fireworks display
Thousands turned out for a stunning fireworks display on the Beach Boulevard in Aberdeen.
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Horse impaled by fence ‘after being frightened by fireworks’
A horse impaled itself on a fence after being frightened by fireworks, the RSPCA said.
Our Aberdeen: Wanted poster starts fireworks in Aberdeen archives
One of the most charismatic documents held in the Charter Room at the Town House is surely this printed ‘wanted’ poster, dated the “fifth day of November 1605”.
Out with a bang! The best final edition cars of all time
It’s Bonfire Night once again and all across the country fireworks are brightening up the night sky. And though loud bangs and cars don’t tend to mix, there have been many final edition cars that have signalled the end of the line with a flourish.
Irresponsible fireworks use ‘should be as unacceptable as drink-driving’
A Parliamentary committee has found the “inconsiderate and irresponsible” use of fireworks should be considered as socially unacceptable as drink-driving.
All the road closures ahead of Aberdeen’s musical-themed fireworks display
Aberdeen City Council has revealed details of the road closures ahead of tomorrow night's fireworks display at the beach on Bonfire Night.
Pictures and Video: Fireworks and bonfire light up Stonehaven
Hundreds of people gathered to watch the Stonehaven bonfire and firework display.
UK buffeted by winds of more than 80mph
Trees and scaffolding have been blown over leaving cars damaged and transport disrupted after high winds of more than 80mph hit parts of the UK.
Heavy rain could put dampener on fireworks displays
People attending fireworks displays in southern parts of the country should be mindful of wet and windy weather, which could cause their plans to fizzle out.
Extra police patrols in Aberdeen to deter unauthorised bonfires
Police are set to carry out patrols in Aberdeen in a bid to stop unauthorised bonfires.
Aberdeen shops praised for refusing to sell fireworks to under age volunteer
Aberdeen shops have been praised after council checks showed that every retailer they visited did not sell fireworks to under age children.
Bonfire and fireworks could trigger asthma attacks for millions, charity warns
Bonfire night could trigger potentially deadly asthma attacks for millions of sufferers, a health charity has warned.
Your guide to fireworks displays and bonfire events taking place across the north-east
The sky will light up above the north-east for the next three weekends as people celebrate bonfire night.
Video: Record numbers enjoy north-east fireworks display
Thousands of people turned out for a north-east town's fireworks display.
MPs calling for fireworks ban are ‘socialists who have no fun’, says Rees-Mogg
Jacob-Rees Mogg has said some MPs are calling for fireworks to be banned because “socialists always want to ban everything and have no fun”.
Supermarket confirms plans to stop selling fireworks across UK
Sainsbury's will no longer sell fireworks in any of its stores across the UK.
Everything you need to know about tonight’s fireworks display in Aberdeen
The sky will light up above Aberdeen tonight as crowds flock to the beach to celebrate Bonfire Night.
Almost nine in 10 want ban on sale of fireworks to public, consultation finds
The majority of people in Scotland support a ban on the sale of fireworks to the public, new research has found.
Have your say on misuse of fireworks at Aberdeen events
The misuse of fireworks will be in the spotlight at a series of events in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen fireworks seller calls for tougher regulation
The boss of an Aberdeen fireworks shop has thrown his support behind extra regulation.
Aberdeen MSP welcomes fireworks consultation
An Aberdeen politician has welcomed a consultation over the regulation of fireworks across Scotland.
North-east fireworks boss warns ban ‘could lead to black market’
The owner of a north-east fireworks company today said tighter controls on the use of the explosives could lead to them being sold on the black market.
Gallery: Thousands turn out for Aberdeen’s Hogmanay celebrations
Were you among the thousands that packed out the streets of Aberdeen for this year’s Hogmanay celebrations? Our photographers were out and about on Schoolhill capturing the moment. Do you or anyone you recognise featured in our gallery?
Crowds say thank you for ‘fantastic’ New Year celebrations in Aberdeen
Thousands of enthusiastic revellers turned out to ring in the New Year on streets of Aberdeen.
Video: Thousands enjoy Aberdeen fireworks display
Aberdeen residents were wowed by an explosive display down at the beach.
12,000 expected to attend Aberdeen fireworks display tonight
Around 12,000 people are expected to attend the fireworks display at Aberdeen beach tonight.
Aberdeen roads to close for tonight’s fireworks display
A number of Aberdeen roads will be closed today to make way for the bonfire night celebrations.
North-east dad’s terror as lit firework lands on car
“I heard a noise, then I saw a rocket flying towards us. I tried to move out of the way but it hit the back window where my daughter was sitting.”
Your guide to fireworks events across the north-east
The sky will light up above the north-east when bonfire and fireworks spectaculars get under way.
12,000 expected to attend Aberdeen fireworks display
Film music will fill the air during Aberdeen’s annual firework display.