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Huntly home owner wins fight to open kennels despite fears over woodland location

Council chiefs previously refused her proposal as woodland would be lost and they claimed there was "no significant and clearly defined public benefit" for the facility.

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Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Blackpool boss makes honest admission as he explains reason for ex-Aberdeen star's tough start

The former Liverpool youngster called it quits at Aberdeen back in January after nearly four years at Pittodrie, where he racked up 18 goals and helped the Dons lift the Scottish Cup.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

New Aberdeen half-marathon to launch this summer as city seeks new event boost

Taking place on Saturday, July 18, runners will embark on a 13.1-mile route through the city, starting at Duthie Park and heading along South Deeside Road before returning on the Deeside Way.

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Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Aberdeen hand new deal to teenage star while injured striker set for Pittodrie return

Negotiations are now at an advanced stage and are expected to be finalised very soon, with the 19-year-old to return to Aberdeen in the summer and join Stephen Robinson’s first-team squad.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

BBC expert issues alert for people with £5,000 in their bank account

Consumer expert Laura Pomfret appeared on BBC Morning Live to discuss how millions are missing out on interest by keeping savings in the wrong accounts

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Fire crews battle deliberate Aberdeenshire blaze as police hunt for firebugs

Emergency services were called to a disused building on the A920 near Oldmeldrum last Monday. Nobody was injured as a result of the blaze, and an appeal for information has now been launched.

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Inverness & Highlands news | The P&J

North East Greens candidate OUT of race with swipe at ‘bullying, lies and smears’

Aberdeen-based Guy Ingerson has lost his place at the top of the regional ballot despite being put there by members.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Andy Considine lifts lid on post-Aberdeen future as legend reflects on remarkable Dons career

The former centre-back is eyeing up his next career move after spending time working offshore with the occasional punditry gig on the side four years on from his Pittodrie exit.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Aberdeen estate agents call police on protesters seeking compensation for gran in rotting flat

Aishat Muhammad lived in the flat with her daughter and grandchild where they faced horrific conditions for two years

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Nicola Sturgeon breaks down in tears in emotional interview

Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon broke down discussing her 2011 miscarriage on ITV's The Assembly

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Inverness & Highlands news | The P&J

Why Highland community benefit campaigners say renewables and tourism are interlinked and set sights on Loch Ness revamp

A Highland community interest company has launched its plans ahead of the Scottish Parliament Elections in May hoping to tackle key issues with community benefit funding from renewables.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Kemi Badenoch says she 'doesn't trust' John Swinney to control energy during Aberdeen visit

During her visit to Aberdeen, the Tory leader touted her party’s new campaign to "get Britain drilling"

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Inverness & Highlands news | The P&J

The summer festival expected to bring 20,000 visitors to Aberdeen and £1.2 million

Laura Harrington and Kirsty Clements are in charge of the North Atlantic Fiddle convention in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire in June.

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Inverness & Highlands news | The P&J

Chester Hotel boss: ‘International guests expect Uber — but I’m not sure it’s the solution for Aberdeen’

Stephen Gow says there's "absolutely no doubt" guests look for Uber in Aberdeen, but he thinks other issues like an airport rules change could help boost availability...

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Campfire ban in Cairngorms National Park amid severe wildfire risk

It is hoped the seasonal by-law, which will be in place until September 30, will help reduce the risk of wildfires.

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Inverness & Highlands news | The P&J

Cigarette distraction caused car crash that left Huntly driver’s partner in hospital for 12 days

Connor Boden burned his fingers on a cigarette, leading to him rear-ending van on the A96.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Armed police swarm Aberdeen street as man arrested amid 'disturbance'

Police rushed to the Kidd Street area of the city centre following reports of an incident.

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Inverness & Highlands news | The P&J

Man arrested after armed officers called to Aberdeen street

A large police presence was seen in the Gilcomstoun area of the city.

Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Inverness & Highlands news | The P&J

Listening when it matters most: The reality of volunteering with Samaritans

What does it really mean to be there for someone at their lowest?

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

John Swinney to push UK Government for control over energy if SNP wins election

If the SNP was to make the request on the first day of the new parliamentary term, it would do so without a finalised energy strategy being produced by the Government.