Number of Covid-19 cases in north-east increases to 1,259
Another twelve people have died in Scotland due to coronavirus, with three new cases confirmed in the north-east.
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Aberdeen’s third sector interface appoints new chairman
A new chairman has been appointed for a city organisation which supports the third sector in Aberdeen.
North-east group secures funding for community larder
A north-east group has received a cash boost to support its community larder.
Number of north-east patients waiting more than six weeks for diagnostic tests falls
Fewer patients are waiting longer than six weeks for appointments for diagnostic health tests in the north-east.
Aberdeen food bank cashes in on National Lottery funding
An Aberdeen foodbank has received a cash boost from The National Lottery Community Fund.
North-east residents encouraged to get involved with Dementia Awareness Week
Alzheimer Scotland is calling on people in the north-east to get involved with Dementia Awareness Week.
Aberdeen University explores alternative care plans for vulnerable patients amid coronavirus pandemic
Alternative care plans for vulnerable patients whose regular check-ups have been disrupted due to the Covid-19 pandemic are the focus of a new project at Aberdeen University.
Number of Covid-19 cases in north-east increases to 1,256
Another six people have died in Scotland due to coronavirus, with five new cases confirmed in the north-east.
Aberdeen University to launch PodFest 2020
Members of the public will have the opportunity to hear from authors, filmmakers, musicians and researchers when Aberdeen University launches PodFest 2020.
‘Bervie Banksy’ keeps community spirit soaring with painted stones hidden around north-east village
A north-east woman considered the “Bervie Banksy” has brought her local community together by hiding painted stones around the area for youngsters to find.
Aberdeen charity appeals for help to get new mega store up and running
A north-east charity is appealing for equipment to help get its new mega store up and running.
North-east woman reaches out to those struggling with mental health
A north-east woman is reaching out to people in the city and shire struggling with their mental health.
Funding hopes for north-east park group
A volunteer group hopes to secure more than £22,000 in funding to help it create a granite entrance to a north-east park.
Founder of north-east judo club lifts members’ spirits with virtual dojo
The founder of an Aberdeen judo club has turned the stress of lockdown into a positive experience for its members.
North-east superstar Emeli Sande records special music video to help support Clan fundraising appeal
A north-east music superstar has thrown her weight behind a charity's new fundraising appeal.
Plans to turn former north-east Homebase store into two units
Plans have been submitted to turn a former north-east hardware store into two new retail units.
Aberdeen University study finds women may hold the key to successful weight loss for men
The key to successful weight loss for men is women when they live with a female partner, according to a new study by Aberdeen University researchers.
Scotrail urge north-east commuters to cover their face while travelling
North-east commuters have been urged to cover their face while travelling by train.
Under-threat north-east animal sanctuary raises more than £8,000 through online auctions
Fundraising auctions to help save a under-threat north-east animal sanctuary has earned them more than £8,000.
Pasties back in the oven from mid-June as Greggs to reopen 800 stores
Bakery chain Greggs hopes to open around 800 of its stores in the middle of next month.
Number of Covid-19 cases in north-east increases to 1,250
Another 18 people have died in Scotland due to coronavirus, with five new cases confirmed in the north-east.
North-east soldiers to walk 110-miles in just 24 hours in bid to raise cash for NHS
Three serving British soldiers are to take on a 110-mile trek to raise funds for the NHS.
North-east charity moves support online
A north-east charity has moved its vital services online to assist users during lockdown.
North-east council’s local development plan consulation now open
Members of the public are being encouraged to take part in a consultation for a north-east local development plan.
North-east nurseries get ready to provide extra care hours
More than half the nurseries in Aberdeenshire are ready to provide increased hours for children under Scottish Government plans to extend early years provision.
New north-east business offering support during Covid-19
A new north-east business which launched earlier this year is providing support and entertainment during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Aberdeen University collection to be showcased on TV
Items from Aberdeen University's museums collection are to be featured on a new TV show.
Last chance to apply for Banff and Buchan Area Initiatives Fund
The deadline is fast approaching for communities in the north-east to submit an application to the Banff and Buchan Area Initiatives Fund.
MSP tables parliamentary motion to congratulate Aberdeen charity
A north-east MSP has tabled a parliamentary motion to congratulate a charity on its food deliveries.
Number of Covid-19 cases in north-east increases to 1,245
Another three people have died in Scotland due to coronavirus, with 21 new cases confirmed in the north-east.