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Final efforts made to reconnect power to north-east homes in the wake of Storm Gerrit

Final efforts made to reconnect power to north-east homes in the wake of Storm Gerrit

Final efforts made to reconnect power to north-east homes in the wake of Storm Gerrit

29 December 2023

Work has continued to reconnect power to north-east homes and fully reopen the A96 at Huntly after flooding.


Concerns raised after broadband scheme fails to deliver connections to any properties in Banff and Buchan

Concerns raised after broadband scheme fails to deliver connections to any properties in Banff and Buchan

Concerns raised after broadband scheme fails to deliver connections to any properties in Banff and Buchan

29 December 2023

MP David Duguid has raised concerns after new figures show no homes in his constituency have been connected to broadband through its R100 programme.


Storm Gerrit recovery update provided by Aberdeenshire Council including work on Pennan landslip

Storm Gerrit recovery update provided by Aberdeenshire Council including work on Pennan landslip

Storm Gerrit recovery update provided by Aberdeenshire Council including work on Pennan landslip

28 December 2023

In the aftermath of Storm Gerrit, Aberdeenshire Council has provided an update indicating it is an improving picture across much of the region.


Around 7000 properties still affected as SSEN works to restore power to home after Storm Gerrit

Around 7000 properties still affected as SSEN works to restore power to home after Storm Gerrit

Around 7000 properties still affected as SSEN works to restore power to home after Storm Gerrit

28 December 2023

Power has been successfully restored to more than 34,000 customers, with around 7700 properties currently off supply.


SEPA sound festive flytipping warning across north-east

SEPA sound festive flytipping warning across north-east

SEPA sound festive flytipping warning across north-east

28 December 2023

HOUSEHOLDERS are being warned not to let their festive clear outs add to waste crime by inadvertently giving their waste to criminals.


Clean up continues in the aftermath of Storm Gerrit

Clean up continues in the aftermath of Storm Gerrit

Clean up continues in the aftermath of Storm Gerrit

28 December 2023

Many north-east roads are still closed as flood water recedes and storm debris is cleared.


Baby Boxes continue to provide support for Scottish families

Baby Boxes continue to provide support for Scottish families

Baby Boxes continue to provide support for Scottish families

28 December 2023

New figures have revealed that 283,118 Baby Boxes have been delivered to expectant families in Scotland since the project started in 2017.


SSEN set to deploy welfare vans in the wake of Storm Gerrit

SSEN set to deploy welfare vans in the wake of Storm Gerrit

SSEN set to deploy welfare vans in the wake of Storm Gerrit

27 December 2023

As of 9.30pm supplies have been successfully restored to almost 25,000 properties and welfare vans will be deployed from 9am at various locations.


SSEN works to restore power to over 18,000 affected properties

SSEN works to restore power to over 18,000 affected properties

SSEN works to restore power to over 18,000 affected properties

27 December 2023

As of 4.30pm today, supplies have been successfully restored to almost 8500 properties, with over 18,500 properties currently off supply.


Storm Gerrit update: Police warn of significant travel disruption

Storm Gerrit update: Police warn of significant travel disruption

Storm Gerrit update: Police warn of significant travel disruption

27 December 2023

Police are warning of travel disruption across the north-east and the country due to Storm Gerrit.


Online sale shoppers in north-east warned to watch out for parcel delivery scams

Online sale shoppers in north-east warned to watch out for parcel delivery scams

Online sale shoppers in north-east warned to watch out for parcel delivery scams

27 December 2023

Police Scotland North East has warned people to be vigilant of parcel delivery scams with post-Christmas sales now under way.


Auchmacoy Estate recognises forester's long service

Auchmacoy Estate recognises forester's long service

Auchmacoy Estate recognises forester's long service

27 December 2023

Staff member George Barclay received a long service certificate from Charles Buchan in recognition of his work at the estate.


Portsoy buildings that featured in Peaky Blinders will benefit from funding

Portsoy buildings that featured in Peaky Blinders will benefit from funding

Portsoy buildings that featured in Peaky Blinders will benefit from funding

27 December 2023

Historic buildings in Portsoy which featured in hit TV series Peaky Blinders and the remake of classic film Whisky Galore! are to receive funding.


RNLI urges public to stay safe as Storm Gerrit hits

RNLI urges public to stay safe as Storm Gerrit hits

RNLI urges public to stay safe as Storm Gerrit hits

27 December 2023

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution is asking those visiting the coast to be aware of the dangers as Storm Gerrit batters the country.


Storm Gerrit: Met Office updates warning for strong winds in Grampian area

Storm Gerrit: Met Office updates warning for strong winds in Grampian area

Storm Gerrit: Met Office updates warning for strong winds in Grampian area

27 December 2023

The Met Office has updated its yellow weather warning for strong winds in the Grampian area on Wednesday.


North-east smokers urged to make quitting their goal for 2024

North-east smokers urged to make quitting their goal for 2024

North-east smokers urged to make quitting their goal for 2024

26 December 2023

PEOPLE across the north-east who smoke are being urged to set the goal of leaving tobacco behind in 2024.


Cook up a tasty treat for your furry best friend this Christmas!

Cook up a tasty treat for your furry best friend this Christmas!

Cook up a tasty treat for your furry best friend this Christmas!

25 December 2023

WHILE pet owners want to give their furry friends a treat ver Christmas, many human foods are in fact toxic to animals.


North-east children's charity sees huge support for Christmas campaign

North-east children's charity sees huge support for Christmas campaign

North-east children's charity sees huge support for Christmas campaign

24 December 2023

AberNecessities has sent its heart-felt thanks to the north-east for its generosity in supporting its Christmas campaign.


Peterhead Fire Station offers holiday breakfast support for children

Peterhead Fire Station offers holiday breakfast support for children

Peterhead Fire Station offers holiday breakfast support for children

24 December 2023

Support is being offered at two locations in Peterhead to children who may otherwise miss out on meals during the school holidays.


Visitors reminded of site guidance as Forvie Nature Reserve sees a record number of seal pups

Visitors reminded of site guidance as Forvie Nature Reserve sees a record number of seal pups

Visitors reminded of site guidance as Forvie Nature Reserve sees a record number of seal pups

24 December 2023

The safest and best place to try and spot a pup is on the south side of the River Ythan from the Beach Road car park in Newburgh.


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