Lockdown restrictions easing welcomed by older people's charity — Lockdown restrictions easing welcomed by older people's charity

The easing of lockdown restrictions has been welcomed by a charity as a boost for north-east older people and their families.

Arrest after Huntly fire incident — Arrest after Huntly fire incident

A 34-year-old man will appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court charged with several offences.

WATCH: North-east families encouraged to join charity's fundraiser — WATCH: North-east families encouraged to join charity's fundraiser

North-east families have been encouraged to get involved with the NSPCC's Childhood Day which aims to give young people a brighter future.

Appeal following road traffic incident on the A98 Fraserburgh to Macduff road — Appeal following road traffic incident on the A98 Fraserburgh to Macduff road

Police are trying to trace a grey Kia which was seen driving erratically on the road at Crudie.

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Coronavirus update: NHS Grampian area sees small drop in cases over last 24 hours — Coronavirus update: NHS Grampian area sees small drop in cases over last 24 hours

In Scotland in the last 24 hours there have been a total of 292 positive cases of coronavirus which equates to 2.0 per cent of those tested overall.

Rotarian's efforts help with air ambulance operations — Rotarian's efforts help with air ambulance operations

The club have raised £2300 which will go towards the north-east based helimed service.

Ross backs Foster Care Fortnight campaign — Ross backs Foster Care Fortnight campaign

MORAY MP Douglas Ross is supporting Foster Care Fortnight 2021, campaign to attract more foster carers.

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Positive results for north-east seafood exporters — Positive results for north-east seafood exporters

A UK Government-led taskforce is helping to improve export systems.

Name this species of bird — Name this species of bird

Wildlife in Grampian

NATIONAL NEWS

Expert urges caution as most of Scotland prepares to ease restrictions

Expert urges caution as most of Scotland prepares to ease restrictions

Expert urges caution as most of Scotland prepares to ease restrictions

With the exception of Glasgow and Moray, mainland Scotland will move to Level 2 restrictions on Monday.

Wales hits two million jab milestone

Wales hits two million jab milestone

Wales hits two million jab milestone

More than two million people in Wales have now received their first Covid-19 vaccine, according to the Welsh Government.

Met Police welcomes puppies in memory of sergeant killed in line of duty

Met Police welcomes puppies in memory of sergeant killed in line of duty

Met Police welcomes puppies in memory of sergeant killed in line of duty

Sergeant Matt Ratana was shot in the chest at Croydon Custody Centre

Fundraiser for Heysham blast residents raises £20,000 in four hours

Fundraiser for Heysham blast residents raises £20,000 in four hours

Fundraiser for Heysham blast residents raises £20,000 in four hours

Organiser Heather Brandon said it is ‘humbling’ to see how the community is pulling together.

SPORT

The Jags prepare for 2021-2022 season — The Jags prepare for 2021-2022 season

The team are back in action on May 22 as the side take on a Thistle Legends squad at The Haughs.

Working Hunter day at Mundole Equestrian is big success — Working Hunter day at Mundole Equestrian is big success

Sunny helps eight-year-old Ava Farquhar shine at Moray venue.

Return to racing for karters at Boyndie Drome — Return to racing for karters at Boyndie Drome

Karters returned to the Boyndie Drome circuit for the first competitive action of 2021.

Watch: Kelty hearts end Brora Rangers' League 2 hopes to earn play-off final against Brechin City — Watch: Kelty hearts end Brora Rangers' League 2 hopes to earn play-off final against Brechin City

Nathan Austin hat-trick proved too much for Cattachs.

Grampian Kart Club back on track after Covid-19 interruption to stage first weekend of action on Boyndie race circuit — Grampian Kart Club back on track after Covid-19 interruption to stage first weekend of action on Boyndie race circuit

Races were held over two days in line with restrictions.

Leaders In Sport programme secures new support — As it enters its fifth year Inverurie’s Leaders In Sport programme has secured new support from The Garioch Partnership.

Former Highland League title winner Gary McGowan announced decision to quit football — McGowan won Highland League young player of year in Huntly's last title-winning season.

WATCH: Ten years ago today, Buckie Thistle beat Deveronvale in a title decider to retain their Highland League crown — Buckie boy Mark Chisholm gave Vale the lead before Martin Charlesworth and Andy Low won it for Jags.

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LIFESTYLE

Active Outdoors events list 2021 — Active Outdoors events list 2021

With coronavirus restrictions beginning to ease, a number of events look set to go ahead during the remainder of 2021, subject to government advice.

Recipe of the week: Halloumi, pomegranate and orange salad — Recipe of the week: Halloumi, pomegranate and orange salad

Looking for a new salad recipe? The flavours of orange and pomegranate make a fresh and tasty halloumi salad and one that is perfect served as starter

Old meets the new at hi-tech book launch on Lewis — Old meets the new at hi-tech book launch on Lewis

ARTYNESS: Barbara Henderson unveils her new title The Chessmen Thief after being allowed to fly to the Western Isles for the launch

WATCH: Open space and fine trails offer a brighter outlook — WATCH: Open space and fine trails offer a brighter outlook

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson enjoys the freedom of the trails when he joins Ian Stewart of Trail Running Scotland on a group run in the Cairngorms

Vet speak: 'Could a career in Highland veterinary nursing be right for you?' — Vet speak: 'Could a career in Highland veterinary nursing be right for you?'

Inverness vet Alison Laurie-Chalmers outlines the importance of the role of the veterinary nursing profession.

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WHAT'S ON

Madness announce The Ladykillers Tour which heads to the north-east — Madness announce The Ladykillers Tour which heads to the north-east

The Nutty Boys are joined by Squeeze at the P&J Live on December 2.

Old meets the new at hi-tech book launch on Lewis — Old meets the new at hi-tech book launch on Lewis

ARTYNESS: Barbara Henderson unveils her new title The Chessmen Thief after being allowed to fly to the Western Isles for the launch

Creative talents on display at Delgatie — Creative talents on display at Delgatie

An outdoor exhibition will showcase the work of creators from across Aberdeenshire.

Theatre’s accounts paint a positive picture — Theatre’s accounts paint a positive picture

A SIGNIFICANT focus on fundraising has helped Eden Court generate more than £1.9 million of additional income last year.

Secrets of mystery Black Isle visitor set to be revealed — Secrets of mystery Black Isle visitor set to be revealed

The secrets of a large ocean fish stranded on the Black Isle far from its home will be revealed during an online discussion today.

Local artists get Dingwall showcase – and you can quote us on that! — A Dingwall gallery has returned from the latest lockdown by continuing to champion creative people across the county and beyond.

Royal Deeside Motor Show set for a July return — Kincardine Castle is et to welcome back vehicle owners in one of the largest planned motor events this year .

Bob’s dream comes true at the Grampian Transport Museum — The long-held dream of Canadian ‘Street Rod’ creator the late Bob Lailey has finally come true in a new exhibition.

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