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Search continues for man who disappeared in the Highlands two years ago

It's believed Derek Hepburn was walking on Sgurr Na Lapaich, or in the surrounding area, when he went missing in April 2022.

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WATCH: Incredible moment seven-year-old farmer delivers pair of lambs at Aberdeenshire farm

A careful and confident Theo Cartney had just celebrated his birthday when he was tasked with delivering the twins.

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Aberdeen city centre pub set for refurbishment including new name

Star Pubs are looking to spruce up The Wig on Castle Street by giving the venue a full makeover including a new-look interior, a modern frontage and even a new name.

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Aberdeen student among dozens to have phone stolen at music festival

Mia Sutherland says the "majority" of the handsets are now being traced to Dubai - and believes an organised crime gang might be to blame.

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Aberdeen's historic Esslemont and Macintosh building to go under the hammer for a second time

Esslemont and Macintosh was once the go-to store for Aberdonians and was a city centre staple for 134 years before shutting its doors in 2007 after the company entered administration.

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Elgin musician on mission to save ‘dying art’ of accordion playing in Bahamas

Instruments and performers in the Caribbean are both ageing after Scots introduced the music to the country.

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How Shorty’s cafe in Aboyne nearly shut straight away

Owner Cheryl Anderson feared it wouldn't survive after she struggled to get funding.

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Historic Esslemont and Macintosh building to go under the hammer AGAIN

Bidding for the prominent Union Street building starts at £356,000... £100,000 more than the March guide price.

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Man, 57, sexually assaulted vulnerable nine-year-old girl in cemetery

Charles Stuart admitted approaching the child - who has learning difficulties - and kissing her on the mouth.

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Serial Highland sex attacker who preyed on children locked up for eight years

Joshua Pemberton, 26, pretended to be 14 before blackmailing and raping a 13-year-old girl in a hotel room.

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Aberdeen sheriff found unfit for office after sexual harassment allegations

A tribunal's finding on Sheriff Jack Brown comes after sexual harassment allegations were first made in 2018.

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‘A shining light within our family’: Aberdeen Cyrenians pay tribute to colleague Kevin Thorburn

The 39-year-old, who was also known as Miss Cherry Bakewell, died on Tuesday.

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Prosecutors drop money laundering case against former Dons star Shay Logan

The Crown has decided not to pursue proceedings after reviewing the case's facts, circumstances, and admissible evidence.

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Late Dons fans to be remembered at last match of the season

Relatives of followers who have passed away in the last year are being urged to contact the club to ensure 'no one is missed out'.

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Plea for council to let Aberdeen pubs show Euro games outdoors

Aberdeen Inspired is calling for the current ban on music and entertainment in outside areas to be lifted.

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Peter Leven shrugs off Barnsley link and insists he wants to be a part of Aberdeen Jimmy Thelin era

The caretaker Dons boss admitted he is looking forward being a part of the coaching set up under the Swedish manager when he arrives at the club later this summer.

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Humza Yousaf insists he will not quit as Scotland’s First Minister

The First Minister is facing a vote of no confidence in his leadership, with the Tories and Labour both putting forward motions of no confidence in the wake of the Bute House Agreement's collapse.

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The ex-Real Madrid star who despised losing as Aberdeen's Junior Hoilett lifts lid on former teammate

The Dons forward impressed in last weekend's Scottish Cup semi-final, but he was once left blown away by the talents of a former Los Blancos defender he once starred alongside.

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Aberdeen charity pays touching tribute to 'loving' colleague after his passing

Kevin Thorburn, known by many by his alter-ego Cherry Bakewell, sadly passed away on Tuesday, April 23, with an outpouring of love shown to his family and friends.

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A956 reopens following accident at Cleanhill

Emergency services including crews from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service were called to the scene.