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Stephen Robinson heaps praise on 'brave' Aberdeen hero for playing big role in push for safety

A Scottish Cup final hero last season, he has kept consecutive clean sheets against Hibs and Kilmarnock and will be hoping to continue that run against Livingston on Friday night.

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Plans unveiled for new Peterculter takeaway in former antiques shop

The North Deeside Road shop, which sits between the Royal China restaurant and the popular Blacks Bar, would also have its entrance replaced under the proposals.

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Premier Inn owner plans 3,800 job cuts under five-year overhaul

Whitbread said the plans to reduce its 30,000-strong workforce were subject to employee consultation, and that it expects to retain a significant proportion of those affected through redeployment.

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Fire crews tackle huge blaze near Aberdeenshire village as 'extreme' wildfire warning issued

Nearby locals were asked to avoid the area and keep their windows closed due to the smoke coming from the gorse blaze, with four engines were sent to the scene.

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Huge fire erupts near homes in Aberdeenshire village as public told to avoid area

Mercy crews, including Scottish Fire and Rescue, are currently at the scene in Rosehearty after a blaze broke out on Wednesday evening alarmingly close to residential properties.

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'Extreme' wildfire warning issued in north-east as fire service issue bank holiday plea

The latest warnings come as Scots prepare for the first of two Bank Holiday weekends in May, with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service urging people to enjoy the weather responsibly.

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Experts warn offshore wind could face risks from drones, sabotage and cyber attacks

Analysts said that the UK is only in the "foothills" of thinking about the national security risks that face the offshore wind sector and low carbon technology.

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Donald Trump Balmedie resort car park extension approved despite work starting without permission

Plans were submitted to Aberdeenshire Council seeking the go-ahead to extend the parking facilities by more than 170 spaces at Trump International near Balmedie.

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Luke Humphries ready to 'fight it out' in Premier League title defence

Time is running out for him to make a move up the table as the darting roadshow heads north to Aberdeen, where he plays Michael van Gerwen in the quarter-finals.

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Opening date for Aberdeen's second Miller & Carter steakhouse revealed

The venue has undergone a significant overhaul, with the steakhouse chain's slick branding added to the building frontage and the interior given a major makeover.

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Aberdeen school pupil tells of pride at performing with Scotland's national orchestra

Eleven-year-old Somi Sodienye-Cookey was one of 22 pupils who took part in the performance with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra at Aberdeen's Music Hall last week.

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Scotland fans gutted as dogs left out of Adidas World Cup canine jersey line

Adidas released a range of football strips for dogs on Monday as part of its “home jerseys pet collection” to give fans the chance to dress up their four-legged friends for the tournament.

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Aberdeenshire volunteer receives award for outstanding 25 years of service with SSPCA

Alison Brodie has been volunteering at the Scottish SPCA's Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre in Aberdeenshire for over two decades, and she has reflected on her time working at the centre.

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Aberdeen retailers briefed in bid to beat 'rising tide' of theft and shoplifting

Retailers Against Crime held an intelligence briefing in Aberdeen to give local shops and businesses cutting-advice to combat the rising tide of theft and shoplifting.

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Derek McInnes names key difference between his Aberdeen and Hearts title challengers

The former Dons boss is on the brink of history, with his Hearts side sitting top of the table with a three-point lead over Celtic after a battling Edinburgh Derby victory.

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Next phase of popular Aberdeen apartments built on site of former paper mill to be launched

The apartments, which have so far proven to be a popular purchase with first-time buyers, young professionals and downsizers, range in price from £132,995 to £164,995.

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Two years on: How Aberdeen's Union Street works have progressed as £20m project hits milestone

The biggest change in 200 years to the Granite Mile has been ongoing for two years, with the end of the works having been delayed last year amid construction issues.

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Stonehaven farm's play area plans refused until it can prove it's not contaminated

However, Aberdeenshire Council planners wanted the application to be thrown out over potential contamination risks and a concerns over access for visiting vehicles.

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Fears new advertising screen outside Aberdeen's Union Square would 'spoil courtyard' area

Plans have been submitted for the seven-metre LED screen outside the main entrance to the retail hub, but concerns have been raised that it was be 'overbearing'.

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Aberdeen theme park Codona's ranked among UK's 10 best value days out

With two bank holidays on the near horizon, experts have ranked the best theme parks up and down the UK to find which provides the best option for a family day out.