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North-east man jailed for online threats against Nicola Sturgeon dies in prison

North-east man jailed for online threats against Nicola Sturgeon dies in prison

North-east man jailed for online threats against Nicola Sturgeon dies in prison

18 January 2024

An Aberchirder man who was jailed after posting online about the assassination of former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has died in prison.


North-east bakers claim Gold, Silver and Bronze at the Scotch Pie Championship

North-east bakers claim Gold, Silver and Bronze at the Scotch Pie Championship

North-east bakers claim Gold, Silver and Bronze at the Scotch Pie Championship

18 January 2024

Pie Aroma of Strichen, Bruce of the Broch and The Hame Bakery Peterhead have all taken home awards at the World Scotch Pie Championships.


Taggart star Blythe Duff will feature at north-east Burns celebration

Taggart star Blythe Duff will feature at north-east Burns celebration

Taggart star Blythe Duff will feature at north-east Burns celebration

18 January 2024

One of Scotland’s best known actresses is coming to Braemar as part of a weekend celebrating Scottish culture to coincide with Burns Night.


Handy tips to heat your home for less this winter

Handy tips to heat your home for less this winter

Handy tips to heat your home for less this winter

18 January 2024

WITH temperatures plummeting, it can be hard to strike a balance between keeping warm and comfortably staying within your monthly budget.


Snow closures: Aberdeenshire's schools remain closed for a fourth day

Snow closures: Aberdeenshire's schools remain closed for a fourth day

Snow closures: Aberdeenshire's schools remain closed for a fourth day

18 January 2024

Over 120 of schools in Aberdeenshire remain closed today as snow continues to affect the north-east, with the remaining few looking at later openings.


NICKY MARR: Surely I'm not the only one struggling with phone addiction

NICKY MARR: Surely I'm not the only one struggling with phone addiction

NICKY MARR: Surely I'm not the only one struggling with phone addiction

17 January 2024

I can’t seem to help myself. I am addicted to my phone.


North-east children's charity celebrates success of Giving Tree Appeal

North-east children's charity celebrates success of Giving Tree Appeal

North-east children's charity celebrates success of Giving Tree Appeal

17 January 2024

North-east charity Befriend a Child has celebrated the largest amount raised in recent years for its annual Giving Tree Appeal.


Polling changes under consideration for several Aberdeenshire areas

Polling changes under consideration for several Aberdeenshire areas

Polling changes under consideration for several Aberdeenshire areas

17 January 2024

Aberdeenshire Council is bringing forward some polling ward and polling place changes ahead of a general election.


Stay off the ice to save your life, urge Scottish water safety charity

Stay off the ice to save your life, urge Scottish water safety charity

Stay off the ice to save your life, urge Scottish water safety charity

17 January 2024

STAY off the ice to save your life, that is the message from Water Safety Scotland (WSS) as icy temperatures grip the north-east.


SSEN urged to mitigate traffic chaos on A90 near Peterhead as converter station construction begins

SSEN urged to mitigate traffic chaos on A90 near Peterhead as converter station construction begins

SSEN urged to mitigate traffic chaos on A90 near Peterhead as converter station construction begins

17 January 2024

SSEN has been urged to mitigate disruption on the A90 after sections of the road are to close over the next four months for construction.


North-east shoppers see Co-op replace rewards scheme with exclusive member price cuts

North-east shoppers see Co-op replace rewards scheme with exclusive member price cuts

North-east shoppers see Co-op replace rewards scheme with exclusive member price cuts

17 January 2024

The Co-op's loyalty scheme of 2p for every £1 spent on own brand products will be replaced with a range of member-exclusive prices and deals.


Politics: Maybe TV producers should look at the WASPI scandal?

Politics: Maybe TV producers should look at the WASPI scandal?

Politics: Maybe TV producers should look at the WASPI scandal?

17 January 2024

In his latest column, MP Richard Thomson looks at the Post Office scandal and the situation on pension inequality for women.


Snow closures: Nearly 60 Aberdeenshire schools remain closed

Snow closures: Nearly 60 Aberdeenshire schools remain closed

Snow closures: Nearly 60 Aberdeenshire schools remain closed

17 January 2024

A total of 57 schools in the north-east are closed for a third day, with the others delaying opening times to allow for safe travel.


Politics: A helping hand is available so check your eligibility for benefits

Politics: A helping hand is available so check your eligibility for benefits

Politics: A helping hand is available so check your eligibility for benefits

16 January 2024

In her latest column, MSP Gillian Martin discusses the post office scandal and how to access benefits even if you are in work.


Ellon United's early lead proves decisive against Sunnybank

Ellon United's early lead proves decisive against Sunnybank

Ellon United's early lead proves decisive against Sunnybank

16 January 2024

The home side started the better team with lots of good attacking play while the visitors dominated the second half.


Meeting called for over BrewDog's decision to stop paying living wage

Meeting called for over BrewDog's decision to stop paying living wage

Meeting called for over BrewDog's decision to stop paying living wage

16 January 2024

MSP Gillian Martin has written to craft beer giant Brewdog calling for a meeting to discuss the employer’s plans.


Award-winning businesswoman joins RGU as latest Entrepreneur in Residence

Award-winning businesswoman joins RGU as latest Entrepreneur in Residence

Award-winning businesswoman joins RGU as latest Entrepreneur in Residence

16 January 2024

Robert Gordon University has welcomed an award-winning businesswoman as its latest Entrepreneur in Residence.


Scottish SPCA urge 'deed not breed' approach to Bully XL controls

Scottish SPCA urge 'deed not breed' approach to Bully XL controls

Scottish SPCA urge 'deed not breed' approach to Bully XL controls

16 January 2024

ANIMAL welfare charity the Scottish SPCA has voiced further misgivings over plans by the Scottish Government to ban the Bully XL dog breed.


Ellon's Phil Anderson Financial Services welcomes new directors

Ellon's Phil Anderson Financial Services welcomes new directors

Ellon's Phil Anderson Financial Services welcomes new directors

16 January 2024

Seasoned professionals, Peter Brown and Kevin Philip have been appointed as directors at the Aberdeenshire firm.


Aden Country Park cafe closes due to operating cost rise

Aden Country Park cafe closes due to operating cost rise

Aden Country Park cafe closes due to operating cost rise

16 January 2024

The Buchan Development Partnership has announced it has taken “the difficult decision” to close the popular venue at Mintlaw.


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