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Aberdeen Farmfoods store to close as work continues on new Don Street branch
Farmfoods previously closed its original Woodside store - the first to open in the UK in the 1970s - back in February 2025.
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Sainsbury's Inverurie supermarket to cost £7.75million but plans still risk being thrown out
The national retail chain got permission to convert the former Homebase store at Inverurie Retail Park in November 2024, with plans now lodged to extend the building.
Lidl targets 52 new Scottish stores including five in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire - full list
The discounter's "most ambitious" expansion plan to date, which was announced earlier this year, targets various locations nationwide including 52 in Scotland.
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Kilmarnock plagued by early setbacks as early Aberdeen strike harms survival bid
It was the third time in the league this season that Killie had conceded within 60 seconds of kick-off, with Afeez Aremu's early strike proving enough to secure the points.
Huntly holiday cabins refusal overturned despite fears they were 'too remote'
Council planners initially refused the proposal as they didn’t think the site was well connected to nearby towns or villages, while they would also be "car-dependent".
Afeez Aremu relieved after breaking goalscoring duck with Aberdeen in vital victory
It has been more than 100 games since the Nigerian has found the back of the net, but his strike inside 60 seconds proved vital in the fight to avoid the relegation play-offs.
Energy Secretary slated for 'refusing' to meet locals over Aberdeenshire pylon plans
SSE has more than 350 planning applications for huge pylons to be installed between Kintore in Aberdeenshire and Tealing in Angus, with the proposals receiving more than 10,000 objections.
Huge fire rips through Peterculter home as concerned neighbours watch on in horror
Emergency services were called to the property on Coronation Road on Sunday afternoon.
Stephen Robinson adamant Aberdeen still have work to do in bid for Premiership safety
The Dons took another huge step towards securing their Premiership status with a nervy 1-0 win over Kilmarnock as Afeez Aremu's strike inside 60 seconds captured all three points.
Aberdeen study finds later pub trading hours linked to more alcohol-related ambulance call-outs
Researchers found late-night extensions of between one and three hours granted to 38 pubs in Aberdeen significantly increased reported crime and alcohol-related ambulance call-outs.
Meet the Stonehaven man who owns Boston's only Scottish pub - and is ready for Tartan Army invasion
An Aberdeenshire man who is the owner of Boston's only Scottish pub says he cannot wait for a Tartan Army invasion this summer, with the World Cup fast approaching. Jason Waddleton, who lived and worked in Glasgow before moving to the States, says he is ready to offer a homely welcome to fans, with ...
Aberdeen sees biggest drop in property prices out of every Scottish city
According to the report, the average price of a property in Scotland in February 2026 was £187,000, with average house prices in Scotland increasing by 2.3 per cent in the 12 months prior.
Aberdeen social care worker slapped with warning after physical fight with colleague
Nguyilan Mise was handed a two-year warning after a report also found they had failed to inform their employer that they were subject to an investigation by the SSSC.
Aberdeenshire welcomes first new Kwik Fit centre in 25 years in Banchory
The centre is the first new Kwik Fit to be opened in the north-east since the turn of the millennium
Aberdeenshire pub landlady 'lost for words' after winning top industry award
Since getting the keys to The Bridge Bar just one year ago, Fiona Hughes has transformed the pub into a thriving, community hub, with the venue serving double the pints it used to.
Inside Aberdeenshire hotel's stunning new health club after £150,000 revamp
The boutique health club has been designed to enhance the training experience for members and hotel guests of all fitness levels, featuring more than 30 new pieces of equipment.
Stephen Robinson urges Aberdeen to ease relegation pressure with Kilmarnock win
The eighth-placed Reds have the opportunity to move eight points clear of Killie, who are currently in the relegation play-off spot fighting to avoid the risk of the drop.
Aberdeen v Kilmarnock: Live stream, team news and more for must-win Pittodrie showdown
The Dons could take a huge step towards safety this weekend by downing Killie and pulling themselves further away from the dreaded relegation play-off position.
Aberdeen warning as illegal signs with spikes and nails found on Deeside Way
It is the second time in a matter of months that illegal signs have been erected along The Deeside Way, with council staff working to remove the hazardous objects.
Peterhead fake mafia thug said he would 'gouge' out stepdad's eye in poison pen letters
Christopher Kolon posed as a gangster posted a poison pen letter alongside garden shears, threatening to mutilate his mum's partner over a series of bizarre family grievances.