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Jack Milne focused solely on Aberdeen despite talk of Scotland call-up
Milne produced a highly impressive performance in Aberdeen’s Scottish Cup final win over Celtic after being handed a surprise start and has built on his achievement this season.
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Transport Secretary challenged to visit A96 amid calls for commitment to full dualling in Budget
Gordon and Buchan MP Harriet Cross has written to Fiona Hyslop ahead of the 2026-27 Budget, saying January’s announcement could be the difference between life or death on the A96.
Aberdeen man who launched violent attack on woman in flat jailed for over six years
Albert Massie was sentenced at the High Court in Edinburgh on Wednesday, December 10, after pleading guilty to assaulting the woman and endangering her life during the attack.
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Boy tells trial of Humza Yousaf's brother-in-law he 'can't remember' police interview
Ramsay El-Nakla, 37, the brother-in-law of the former first minister, is on trial at the High Court in Edinburgh along with Aberdeen-born co-accused Victoria McGowan, 43, Stephen Stewart, 52, and Jennifer Souter, 39.
New Aberdeen maternity hospital due to open five years ago delayed until 2027
The Baird Family Hospital - a facility designed to support women's health services - had been scheduled to open in 2020 before being hit with severe delays and soaring costs.
Aberdeenshire Council release bin collection dates for Christmas period
The local authority has issued guidance to residents over changes to bin collection dates, which include a first ever special Sunday collection date during the festive period.
Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire life expectancy compared with every UK area - full list
The latest estimates have been published by the Office for National Statistics, revealing how long people are expected to live in every local authority across the UK.
Aberdeen stars bring festive cheer to young patients at children's hospital
Dons captain Graeme Shinnie and his teammates took time out from training to visit the hospital as part of The Archie Foundation’s annual Advent Calendar campaign.
Jimmy Thelin midway through three-year plan as Aberdeen chief admits it's been 'bumpy' ride
The Swede delivered the Scottish Cup to Pittodrie for the first time in 35 years, but the new campaign got off to a dismal start as the Dons claimed just one win in their first 11 games.
Aberdeen scientist recognised with major international hydrology award
A University of Aberdeen hydrologist has been named the recipient of a prestigious international award, recognising a lifetime of outstanding contributions to his field by the world's leading learned society in Earth and space sciences.
Pedestrian rushed to hospital after being hit by bus in Aberdeen city centre
Emergency services were called to the scene on Guild Street last night after a collision between a bus and a pedestrian. Police say inquiries into the incident are ongoing.
Aberdeen's iconic jazz venue The Blue Lamp to close down as owners pen farewell
The Gallowgate bar has become an iconic part of the city's music scene since first opening its doors in 1949, but it will now be closing for good at the end of December.
Teenager arrested and charged after being caught with over £8,000 of heroin and cocaine
Police recovered the drugs, which had an estimated street value of around £8,400, and arrested the teenager who is now due to appear at the city's Sheriff Court on Wednesday, December 10.
Storm Bram lingers over north-east as windy weather continues on Wednesday
The Met Office said affected areas could see “very strong winds and disruption”, with a risk of flying debris, building damage, power outages and delays or cancellations to transport.
Campaign urges Aberdeen drivers to slow down as new figures highlight dangers of speeding
The campaign highlights that even a small reduction in speed can make a difference – with research showing fatal collisions caused by drivers travelling at 65mph could be halved if the drivers slowed down by just 5mph.
Man attacked in Kincorth suffers 'serious facial injury' as police launch appeal
Officers have urged anyone who witnessed the incident at the time or those that may have captured the attack on private CCTV to come forward and speak to the police.
New Aberdeen yellow weather warning issued as Storm Bram arrives in north-east
Met Office forecasters are warning of more strong winds on Wednesday as Storm Bram passes across the north-east of Scotland, with further disruption to travel expected.
Alan Burrows issues plea for peace in fight to get Aberdeen beach stadium back on track
Council members have invited Burrows and Aberdeen chairman Dave Cormack to a meeting on Friday to see if they can come to a suitable resolution to get the proposal back on track.
Aberdeen's controversial bus gates to stay after city traders lose legal challenge
Over £65,000 was raised to fund the legal challenged, but a ruling which has been issued by Lord Pentland has determined that the traffic measures will stay in place.
Anger as council to press ahead with Rhynie School kitchen closure despite parent fury
Two Rhynie mums headed a campaign to save the facility and started a petition that gathered hundreds of signatures, but their efforts have been in vain as councillors agreed that the kitchen should close.