Banff News

HANDSOME boy Oaty the cat is ready to find his forever home.

Farmers and those living in rural areas are asked to be vigilant following recent reports of Hare coursing in Moray and Aberdeenshire.

Fears have been raised that Aberdeenshire could miss out on £600,000 of tourism cash after vital funding was cut.

Advice Direct Scotland said those who use alternative and unregulated fuel sources should check they have received the Alternative Fuel Payment.

The free event which runs from 10am -4pm at Thainstone brings together under one roof local and national self-build and renovation experts.

Staff impacted by closure of Peterhead Community Hospital should be utilised to help fully reopen Banff and Turriff minor injury units says local MP.

Members of Scotland's largest teaching union the EIS have voted to accept a pay offer to end long-running school strikes.

Your weekly round-up of events taking place across the north-east.

Prime cattle prices continued to set new record high levels at Scottish abattoirs according to the latest market review from Quality Meat Scotland.

Cammy Rae (7) has completed a cycling challenge which raised money for Aberdeen Cyrenians.

SCOTLAND’s Deposit Return Scheme will be a turning point for recycling and waste across the north-east, says local Scottish Green MSP Maggie Chapman.

The Best of Banff and Buchan award would be unique to the area and given to those who have shown bravery or selflessness in times of need.

In his latest column, MP David Duguid discusses the issue of anti-social driving, healthcare provision and road safety in the north-east.

Several schools in Aberdeenshire have transport routes affected and delayed openings after more overnight snow in the north-east.

Vital services and support for thousands of local people is being provided in the north-east thanks to National Lottery funding announced today.

Whatever your politics are, the next few weeks are important for all of us in Scotland, as the SNP chooses a successor to Nicola Sturgeon.

A nearly £16,000 funding application from Aberdeenshire Council to celebrate the 40th anniversary of classic film Local Hero went before councillors.

The Aberdeenshire Loves Local Gift Card encourages people to support regional shops and services and keep the spend local.

VOTING has opened in the Moray and Banffshire Heroes awards.

New consultation events are planned for Tuesday, March 21 in Blackhillock and Wednesday, March 22 in New Deer in the light of expected bad weather.