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Lord Provost
Lord Provost calls on charities to apply for Covid-19 hardship fund
Barney Crockett has said he is humbled by the success of the Lord Provost’s Charitable Trust Aberdeen Covid-19 Hardship Fund, as it prepares to go ahead with its third round of funding.
Incredible £50,000 gift for Aberdeen Lord Provost’s coronavirus appeal
The Lord Provost’s Charitable Trust crowdfunding appeal has raised almost £240,000 in less than a month - thank to another generous donation.
Aberdeen charities encouraged to apply for Covid-19 hardship fund
The deadline is fast approaching for charities to apply to the Aberdeen Covid-19 Hardship Fund.
Aberdeen charities handed share of £161,000 Lord Provost Covid-19 fund
The Lord Provost's Covid-19 fund is set to give £161,596 to help residents experiencing financial hardship during the pandemic.
Funding scheme for repairs to Aberdeen buildings expanded
An Aberdeen trust has announced it will now accept applications for building repair grants across a larger part of Aberdeen city centre.
North-east charity applies for funding after success
A charity has applied for fresh funding after the success of its pilot scheme.
Back in bloom as Aberdeen park returns to former glory
Improvements have been made to an Aberdeen park after it received grant funding.
Aberdeen councillor convicted of sex assault told he must step down
At a Town House meeting yesterday, the urgent business committee unanimously agreed to call on him to resign.
Video: Hundreds gather to watch Aberdeen Christmas tree switch-on
Hundreds of people braved the November chill to watch Aberdeen’s Christmas tree switch-on last night.
Aberdeen’s Lord Provost backs free ports
The Lord Provost has thrown his weight behind proposals to transform Aberdeen into a free port.
Energy cities role delights Aberdeen provost
Aberdeen's Lord Provost has spoken of his honour after being chosen to represent a body aimed at boosting international trade.
How Aberdeen rallied for new ‘fight against tyranny’ in 1939
Eighty years ago today, at 11.15am, prime minister Neville Chamberlain told the nation, Britain was going to war with Germany.
New Aberdeen chipper wins prestigious award
An Aberdeen fish and chip shop has been given a prestigious industry award only eight weeks after it opened.
Provost to officially open new north-east sports village
A new north-east sports village will be officially opened this week.
Lord Provost hosts ‘retirement’ tea for Aberdeen community stalwarts
Anna and Billy Kidd, who have worked in the Tillydrone community for more than three decades, were celebrated at the event hosted by Lord Provost Barney Crockett at the Town House.
Aberdeen City Council adopts new anti-Semitism guidelines
Councillors in Aberdeen have adopted international guidelines on anti-Semitism.
Series of historical trail guides in Aberdeen launched
A series of trail guides have been launched to help people discover historical and natural gems around the city.
New drinking water tap installed in Aberdeen city centre
A state-of-the-art drinking water tap has been installed in Aberdeen city centre in a bid to keep people hydrated.
Aberdeen’s Lord Provost meets international energy experts at Texas conference
Aberdeen's Lord Provost has met industry leaders and experts at an international energy conference.
Aberdeen Lord Provost to seek presidency of energy group
The Lord Provost of Aberdeen is to seek the presidency of a major energy partnership.
Lord Provost hosts Holocaust Memorial Day event in Aberdeen
Lord Provost Barney Crockett welcomed guests to an event to mark Holocaust Memorial Day in Aberdeen.
Aberdeen renews connection with armed forces
Aberdeen has renewed its connection to the armed forces.
Wanted poster for gunpowder plotter found in Aberdeen archives
An original document ordering the search for a member of the Gunpowder Plot has been found in the city’s archives.
Chance to zip wire down Aberdeen’s Union Street during celebration
Thrillseekers will get the unique opportunity to take a zip-wire journey down part of Aberdeen's Union Street at an event this month.
Royal seal of approval for Dons’ community trust with highest honour
An Aberdeen FC charity group has been given the royal seal approval after receiving an award for its work.
Funeral for much-loved former Lord Provost to be held in Aberdeen next week
The funeral service for a well-loved Aberdeen figure is to be held next week.
Former Aberdeen Lord Provost James Wyness dies aged 85
Former Aberdeen Lord Provost James Wyness has died aged 85, council officials have confirmed.
Aberdeen Lord Provost Barney Crockett’s four foreign trips will cost the taxpayer £24,000
The Lord Provost has been given the green light to extend the hand of friendship between Aberdeen and four other destinations – but it will cost the taxpayer £24,000.
Watch: Aberdeen Lord Provost hosts event to mark Holocaust Memorial Day
Lord Provost Barney Crockett welcomed guests to a Holocaust Memorial Day event at the Belmont Filmhouse.