11 year-old from New Deer dominates the distance running scene in the north-east

At just 11-years of age, Hayleigh Reid from New Deer has claimed a clutch of distance medals including several adult race wins.

12 events to keep you in the Christmas spirit this weekend in Aberdeenshire

From a choral performance to a reindeer parade, there's a lot going on in Aberdeenshire this weekend as Christmas approaches.

Aberdeenshire pavement parking ban starts next week

Motorists are being advised to take heed of new Scottish Government legislation banning parking on pavements from Monday, December 11.

Update: A90 Toll of Birness reopens after earlier accident

The A90 at Toll of Birness was closed for over eight hours after a collision involving a car and two lorries.

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Moray driver avoids jail for causing four-car crash by driving "ridiculously dangerously"

DRIVING "ridiculously dangerously" led an Elgin man (24) to seriously injure himself and his passenger in a crash – landing him with a roads ban.

North-east research shows weight management is key to reducing risk of laminitis in ponies

SRUC research has shown that weight management practices can help reduce the risk of laminitis in native ponies.

Could the New Inn in Aberchirder offer an ideal new start for a chef ?

A popular north-east coaching inn which is set in the heart of Aberchirder is seeking a couple or family to take over its day to day running.

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Politics: UK Government is living in the 19th century when it comes to international diplomacy

In his latest column MP Richard Thomson reflects on Rishi Sunak's decision to cancel a meeting with the Greek PM over the Parthenon sculptures.

Politics: Reliable broadband is no longer a luxury – it is essential

MP David Duguid's latest column looks at several issues including a lack of high-speed broadband in the area he represents.

Politics: Economic opportunity along and beyond the local coastline is immense

Banffshire and Buchan Coast MSP Karen Adam's latest column highlights the potential for coastal communities.

Politics: Does lobbying for Chinese state interests make you a suitable candidate to be Foreign Secretary?

MP Richard Thomson's latest column looks at the appointment of the new Foreign Secretary.

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SPORT

Garioch senior bowlers lose out to Inverness

Garioch’s lowest score this and last year saw them hand Inverness only their second victory in eight matches.

WATCH: Hale says he will demand a lot of Elgin players

Part two of video interview with new man in charge at Borough Briggs.

New Huntly manager is following in his father's footsteps

Black and Golds players Zander Jack and Alex Thoir will assist new boss.

Weather wipes out Highland League football fixtures

All four scheduled matches fall victim to the frozen conditions.

Scotland's senior bowlers head to Inverurie for the singles championships — Top payers from Inverness to Perth will be competing at the Scottish Singles which is being held at Garioch Indoor Bowling in Inverurie.

Buckie's Scottish Cup clash with Celtic to be screened live on TV — Date confirmed for the Jags' eagerly-anticipated trip to Celtic Park.

Garioch's Banks loses out in Scottish Junior semi-final bowling match — Garioch's Carla Banks has lost out at Arbroath in the Scottish Junior semi-final bowling match to Eilidh Weir.

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LIFESTYLE

NICKY MARR: Talking can bring comfort during festive period

Take time to be kind to ourselves, focus on what matters, and lean into the love of those who we do have around us.

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Cuillin view is high point on walk at Plock of Kyle

John Davidson spends some time at the end of the line and discovers the Plock of Kyle offers a superb vantage point to see the mighty Cuillin hills

Highland Council planners recommend approval of plan to replace Everlast gym in Inverness

Objectors want Highland Council to reject the bid to turn the gym into a bowling alley but officials say their hands are tied.

British Alpinist Fay Manners hopes to be role model for young women in sport

Internationally renowned UK climber Fay Manners told an audience in Aviemore that she wants to encourage young women to follow their passion for sport

Nicky Marr: A bid farewell to the BT phone book after 150 years

Ringing changes on part of our shared history

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The Mash Report star Rachel Parris poised to dazzle north-east comedy fans

BAFTA-nominated comedian Rachel Parris brings her brand new tour: POISE to the Tivoli Theatre.

Review: Sleeping Beauty at His Majesty's Aberdeen is a fun festive delight

Sleeping Beauty hits the stage in Aberdeen in an amazing mix of comedy, dance routines, song and of course a little touch of that special Gary magic.

Ross-shire grotto set up for Santa stopover to gift boost to lifesavers

Santa's Lochalsh stopover has become an eagerly anticipated event in the local calendar – and it's well before Christmas Day...

Second time lucky for Rag’n’Bone Man Inverness gig? — Inverness is set to welcome Rag’n’Bone Man next summer – a year after his planned 2023 gig in the city had to be cancelled at the last minute.

Rag’n’Bone Man Highland gig confirmed – with tickets on sale this week — He was forced to pull his summer gig at the last minute due to a plane issue but pledged he would return – and that he's set to do one year later.

Toys from the past to delight Inverness museum visitors – which do you remember? — Toys from years gone by are set to catapult adults back to their childhoods when a new exhibition opens in Inverness Museum and Art Gallery next week.

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Tory minister defends middle finger social media jibe at Labour

Tory MPs joined criticism of a post attacking Labour with an image of a BBC News presenter giving the middle finger live on air.

Sister of Ruth Perry says Ofsted has not apologised for ‘causing’ her death

Julia Walters said she has been contacted by countless teachers going through ‘traumatic inspections’.

Train disruption continues after ‘wartime’ evacuation

Friday morning commuters were warned their journeys may be delayed by up to 90 minutes.

House sales to stay ‘subdued’, warns Berkeley, as reservations slump

The London-listed firm’s profits lifted for the past half-year despite completing fewer homes.

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11 year-old from New Deer dominates the distance running scene in the north-east

12 events to keep you in the Christmas spirit this weekend in Aberdeenshire

Aberdeenshire pavement parking ban starts next week

Update: A90 Toll of Birness reopens after earlier accident

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Moray driver avoids jail for causing four-car crash by driving "ridiculously dangerously"

Moray driver avoids jail for causing four-car crash by driving "ridiculously dangerously"

North-east research shows weight management is key to reducing risk of laminitis in ponies

North-east research shows weight management is key to reducing risk of laminitis in ponies

Could the New Inn in Aberchirder offer an ideal new start for a chef ?

Could the New Inn in Aberchirder offer an ideal new start for a chef ?

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Fochabers gala cash boost for local community groups

A90 Toll of Birness remains closed after earlier accident

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Politics: UK Government is living in the 19th century when it comes to international diplomacy

Politics: UK Government is living in the 19th century when it comes to international diplomacy

Politics: Reliable broadband is no longer a luxury – it is essential

Politics: Reliable broadband is no longer a luxury – it is essential

Politics: Economic opportunity along and beyond the local coastline is immense

Politics: Economic opportunity along and beyond the local coastline is immense

Politics: Does lobbying for Chinese state interests make you a suitable candidate to be Foreign Secretary?

Politics: Does lobbying for Chinese state interests make you a suitable candidate to be Foreign Secretary?

SPORT

11 year-old from New Deer dominates the distance running scene in the north-east

Garioch senior bowlers lose out to Inverness

Garioch senior bowlers lose out to Inverness

WATCH: Hale says he will demand a lot of Elgin players

WATCH: Hale says he will demand a lot of Elgin players

New Huntly manager is following in his father's footsteps

New Huntly manager is following in his father's footsteps

Weather wipes out Highland League football fixtures

Weather wipes out Highland League football fixtures

Scotland's senior bowlers head to Inverurie for the singles championships

Buckie's Scottish Cup clash with Celtic to be screened live on TV

Garioch's Banks loses out in Scottish Junior semi-final bowling match

LIFESTYLE

NICKY MARR: Talking can bring comfort during festive period

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Cuillin view is high point on walk at Plock of Kyle

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Cuillin view is high point on walk at Plock of Kyle

Highland Council planners recommend approval of plan to replace Everlast gym in Inverness

Highland Council planners recommend approval of plan to replace Everlast gym in Inverness

British Alpinist Fay Manners hopes to be role model for young women in sport

British Alpinist Fay Manners hopes to be role model for young women in sport

Nicky Marr: A bid farewell to the BT phone book after 150 years

Nicky Marr: A bid farewell to the BT phone book after 150 years

WHAT'S ON

12 events to keep you in the Christmas spirit this weekend in Aberdeenshire

WHAT'S ON IN ROSS-SHIRE: A Christmas fair, Santa's Grotto and a local football derby for starters...

WHAT'S ON IN ROSS-SHIRE: A Christmas fair, Santa's Grotto and a local football derby for starters...

The Mash Report star Rachel Parris poised to dazzle north-east comedy fans

The Mash Report star Rachel Parris poised to dazzle north-east comedy fans

Review: Sleeping Beauty at His Majesty's Aberdeen is a fun festive delight

Review: Sleeping Beauty at His Majesty's Aberdeen is a fun festive delight

Ross-shire grotto set up for Santa stopover to gift boost to lifesavers

Ross-shire grotto set up for Santa stopover to gift boost to lifesavers

Second time lucky for Rag’n’Bone Man Inverness gig?

Rag’n’Bone Man Highland gig confirmed – with tickets on sale this week

Toys from the past to delight Inverness museum visitors – which do you remember?

NATIONAL NEWS

Tory minister defends middle finger social media jibe at Labour

Tory minister defends middle finger social media jibe at Labour

Sister of Ruth Perry says Ofsted has not apologised for ‘causing’ her death

Sister of Ruth Perry says Ofsted has not apologised for ‘causing’ her death

Train disruption continues after ‘wartime’ evacuation

Train disruption continues after ‘wartime’ evacuation

House sales to stay ‘subdued’, warns Berkeley, as reservations slump

House sales to stay ‘subdued’, warns Berkeley, as reservations slump

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