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New astronomy facility approved for Cruickshank Botanic Garden
Planning permission has been approved for a new Astronomy Facility at the University of Aberdeen, to be built within the grounds of Cruickshank Botanic Garden.
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Peterhead actor Peter Mullan set to make history at BAFTA Awards this Sunday
The 79th British Academy Film Awards takes place on Sunday - and Peter Mullan could end up making history
Aberdeen v Dundee: Live stream, team news and more for Premiership clash
The Dons are looking to revive their hopes of a top six finish this weekend when Steven Pressley's side make the short trip north to Pittodrie on Saturday afternoon.
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Dundee United may have to change tactics for Aberdeen visit due to poor pitch
United have had two home matches postponed over the past month due to adverse weather and it was evident in Wednesday’s Scottish Cup win over Spartans that certain areas of the pitch have still not recovered.
Aberdeenshire Council to allow Scotland fans to watch World Cup matches in public halls
Councillors unanimously backed the extension to venues' opening hours, but suggested it only be in place for home nation games, as well as the quarter-finals, semi-finals and the final.
ScotRail to bring in £10 minimum fare to tackle ticket dodgers
The publicly-owned rail operator said it will take “robust action” to deal with fare evasion which is estimated to cost Scotland’s Railway more than £11 million each year.
University research shapes findings of landmark Just Transition report
The work of the University of Aberdeen's Just Transition Lab has been formally recognised in the Just Transition Commission's final report.
Two Aberdeen shops announce closures in latest blow to city centre
Outdoor retailer Millets and fashion chain Quiz are both closing their doors in the Granite City.
Aberdeen next manager candidate Eirik Horneland 'deeply hurt' by St Etienne exit
The former Brann and Rosenborg gaffer lasted just over a year in France's Ligue 2 before getting the boot at the end of January, and one player has launched a staunch defence of his former boss.
'I turned down Hibs for Aberdeen days after 6-0 hammering and it was a life-changing decision'
The centre-back arrived at Pittodrie in the final week of the January transfer window in 2023, but he came into a dressing room that was enduring an all-time low.
Motherwell ace insists he would've stopped Aberdeen striker and weighs in on last-man debate
Several red cards in recent weeks across Scotland have drawn scrutiny, and the Motherwell captain feels plenty of last-man dismissals have been pretty harsh on players.
Motivational Aberdeen video fires up Scottish Cup holders as Graeme Shinnie admits he had point to prove
The skipper returned from suspension to help fire his side into the Scottish Cup quarter-finals, with a trip to East End Park now awaiting the victorious Dons next month.
New cash service recommended for Peterculter after hundreds sign petition over access fears
LINK, the UK’s Cash Access and ATM network, confirmed that it is recommending the improvement for the neighbourhood following a request from MSP for North East Scotland Liam Kerr.
The Apprentice contestant from Aberdeen fired as Lord Sugar mocks 'boring' branding
Roxanne Hamedi, from Aberdeen, was sacked after Lord Sugar blamed her "very, very poor" branding for her team's loss.
Years of 'good health' expectancy in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire falls
The figures for both women and men are the lowest since healthy life expectancy was first estimated in 2011-13.
Livingston's Jeremy Bokila speaks to SFA lawyers over alleged racism in Aberdeen clash
The striker was sent off for his part in an-off-the-ball incident in the 6-2 Premiership defeat at Pittodrie last month - the fixture in which the incident was claimed to have occurred.
Mattie Pollock reveals Aberdeen transfer regret as fan favourite opens door to return
The Watford defender became one of the standout performers during his time at Pittodrie, helping steer Barry Robson's side up the table and into European football.
Jesper Karlsson claims Aberdeen weather and long ball game didn't match his 'qualities'
"It was decent...well, sufficient. I played some minutes, scored a few goals. It was especially important for me to be playing again."
2,000-year-old footprints found on popular north-east beach after storms by dogwalkers
Ivor Campbell and Jenny Snedden were walking their dogs at Lunan Bay when they noticed storm damage to the dunes had revealed a fresh layer of clay in which Mr Campbell spotted distinct markings.
Aberdeenshire Council tax facing 10% jump as school kitchens could close
A number of proposed “areas of disinvestment” have been revealed as Aberdeenshire Council aims to fill an £11.9m shortfall.