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North-east Victoria Cross winning pilot presented with a long overdue medal - 75 years late!

North-east Victoria Cross winning pilot presented with a long overdue medal - 75 years late!

North-east Victoria Cross winning pilot presented with a long overdue medal - 75 years late!

21 March 2024

A Second World War VC winning pilot from Aberdeen has received a long overdue medal to add to his remarkable decorations.


WATCH: Home-Start Garioch receives The King’s Award for Voluntary Service

WATCH: Home-Start Garioch receives The King’s Award for Voluntary Service

WATCH: Home-Start Garioch receives The King’s Award for Voluntary Service

20 March 2024

A team of home visiting volunteers based in Inverurie who help young families have been formally recognised for their efforts over the last 28 years.


Parklands Pathway Fund offering cash boost for community groups

Parklands Pathway Fund offering cash boost for community groups

Parklands Pathway Fund offering cash boost for community groups

20 March 2024

A BUCKIE-based care home group is set to provide a funding boost for local community organisations through a new fund.


Whitehills convenience store worker recognised for dedication at national awards ceremony

Whitehills convenience store worker recognised for dedication at national awards ceremony

Whitehills convenience store worker recognised for dedication at national awards ceremony

19 March 2024

A delivery driver and handyman who works at the Premier convenience store in Whitehills has been recognised for his dedication.


Turriff, Garioch and Elgin bowling team-mates lose out in British Isles title challenge

Turriff, Garioch and Elgin bowling team-mates lose out in British Isles title challenge

Turriff, Garioch and Elgin bowling team-mates lose out in British Isles title challenge

19 March 2024

England's bowlers have taken the British Isles title by defeating Scotland 120-93.


Company's support for north-east charity tips over £1m mark

Company's support for north-east charity tips over £1m mark

Company's support for north-east charity tips over £1m mark

19 March 2024

A new £30,000 donation has tipped Apache North Sea’s overall support for Maggie’s Aberdeen over the £1 million mark.


MSP celebrates being smoke-free by backing ASH Scotland campaign

MSP celebrates being smoke-free by backing ASH Scotland campaign

MSP celebrates being smoke-free by backing ASH Scotland campaign

19 March 2024

NORTH-east MSP Karen Adam has voiced her support for a health charity's no smoking campaign.


Historic castles sign up to the Aberdeenshire Loves Local Gift Card

Historic castles sign up to the Aberdeenshire Loves Local Gift Card

Historic castles sign up to the Aberdeenshire Loves Local Gift Card

18 March 2024

In a first, the National Trust for Scotland places will join more than 390 lcaol businesses and attractions where the Loves Local card can be used.


Keith Cares Club hopes to bring residents and local community together

Keith Cares Club hopes to bring residents and local community together

Keith Cares Club hopes to bring residents and local community together

18 March 2024

TWO Keith care homes have joined forces in a bid to bring the local community together through a series of fun and inclusive activities.


The Archie Foundation’s fundraising tops £1.6m in 2023

The Archie Foundation’s fundraising tops £1.6m in 2023

The Archie Foundation’s fundraising tops £1.6m in 2023

18 March 2024

The Archie Foundation raised more than £1.6 million in 2023 to support babies, children and families.


KR Group awarded contracts exceeding £2 million with Morrison Construction

KR Group awarded contracts exceeding £2 million with Morrison Construction

KR Group awarded contracts exceeding £2 million with Morrison Construction

18 March 2024

KR Group is currently carrying out works at Kirkhill Waste Treatment Plant, a new office project in Elgin and cladding for the Glendronach Distillery.


Banff oil rig medic training to run London Marathon in memory of his father

Banff oil rig medic training to run London Marathon in memory of his father

Banff oil rig medic training to run London Marathon in memory of his father

18 March 2024

Kris Cheyne is training on an oil rig in the North Sea to run the London Marathon in memory of his father who died from a rare cancer.


Fintry Book Nook offers a new service to the local community

Fintry Book Nook offers a new service to the local community

Fintry Book Nook offers a new service to the local community

18 March 2024

An iconic red telephone box in Aberdeenshire has been brought back into service offering an eclectic mix of reading material.


WATCH: Turriff Group SWI bulb show returns

WATCH: Turriff Group SWI bulb show returns

WATCH: Turriff Group SWI bulb show returns

17 March 2024

Members of Barthol Chapel, King Edward, Fintry, Monquhitter Fyvie, Crudie SWI groups showcased their skills at the annual competition.


Year of progress for Portgordon Trust to take centre stage at AGM

Year of progress for Portgordon Trust to take centre stage at AGM

Year of progress for Portgordon Trust to take centre stage at AGM

16 March 2024

A YEAR of successes and bold plans for 2024 are all set to take centre stage when Portgordon Community Trust (PCT) hold their AGM soon.


PET OF THE WEEK: Sweet Maple hoping to trot off to her forever home

PET OF THE WEEK: Sweet Maple hoping to trot off to her forever home

PET OF THE WEEK: Sweet Maple hoping to trot off to her forever home

16 March 2024

MAPLE is a lovely mare who is looking for her forever home.


Competition showcases Aberdeenshire's young barista talent

Competition showcases Aberdeenshire's young barista talent

Competition showcases Aberdeenshire's young barista talent

15 March 2024

An inaugural event giving young people the chance to showcase their barista skills has seen Inverurie Academy emerge as this year's champions.


Sentinel Subsea triumphs at 2024 Offshore Achievement Awards

Sentinel Subsea triumphs at 2024 Offshore Achievement Awards

Sentinel Subsea triumphs at 2024 Offshore Achievement Awards

15 March 2024

The north-east firm was crowned winners in the Post-Commercial Deployment category for their WellSentinel technology.


Garioch Rugby Club's new Community Hub plans submitted to planners

Garioch Rugby Club's new Community Hub plans submitted to planners

Garioch Rugby Club's new Community Hub plans submitted to planners

15 March 2024

The development of a hub for sporting excellence in Kellands Park will be a major step forward for Inverurie and the surrounding area.


North-east's young farmers gear up for overwintering competition at Thainstone

North-east's young farmers gear up for overwintering competition at Thainstone

North-east's young farmers gear up for overwintering competition at Thainstone

14 March 2024

49 exhibitors from the north-east and Moray are set to participate in this year’s competition under the eye of judge Derek Nelson.


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