New statistics released by the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service show that firefighters responded to just over 3800 accidental house fires last year.
Whisky distilleries have benefited from investment provided by their international owners Bacardi.
A comedy night which featured a viral sensation has been declared a resounding success by organisers.
New figures which show £4.4 million has been paid out to families across the north-east in support have been welcomed.
A children’s charity has launched its annual award-winning Giving Tree Appeal.
Fifteen years of service have seen a north Coastguard honoured.
In her latest column, MSP Karen Adam is urging residents to be prepared for the winter months.
A north-east community group making “leaps and bounds” in the services it offers has been congratulated at the Scottish Parliament.
People aiming to hold fireworks events are being urged to take some simple precautions to avoid injury.
A series of pop-up energy advice events are set to come to Buckie and Macduff.