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Man arrested and charged after £125,000 drug bust at Aberdeen properties

Officers executed warrants at addresses in Cattofield Place and George Street on Friday, with a significant quantity of cocaine and a four-figure sum of cash recovered.

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Exact date Aberdeen could finally see sunshine as Met Office issues update

Two more weather warnings have been issued for this week, meaning Aberdonians will have to deal with a few more downpours in the days ahead, but there is light on the horizon.

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Over 1,600 objections lodged against plans for 100 new homes in Aberdeen suburb

The proposed development would be built on a nearly 10-acre site between North Deeside Road in Cults and Inchgarth Road in Garthdee, including a new link road and bridge.

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Petition launched to reinstate funding for Inverurie railway station accessibility project

Gordon and Buchan MP Harriet Cross has been inundated with concerns from residents following the decision to remove Inverurie station from a programme which would have funded the work.

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Kirsty Muir lands one of hardest tricks in the book but left to face 'tough' fourth place

The Aberdonian summoned a double cork 1440 on her final run in Livigno, but scored 76.05, agonisingly short of the 76.46 of third-placed Canadian Megan Oldham.

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Tom McIntyre opens up on whirlwind Aberdeen transfer that left partner stunned

The centre-half ripped up his Portsmouth contract to switch the south coast for Pittodrie, and admitted he even had to break the news to his girlfriend while she was still asleep.

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Aberdeen projects latest as new market progresses and Castlegate works to begin

The city council has issued updates on four major city centre projects, including the work to transform Union Street and the construction of a new £40million market.

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

Mystery surrounding bone found in Lhanbryde woodland solved

Police have confirmed the bone belongs to an animal and not a human.

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

Aberdeen Marines veteran among favourites to replace Keir Starmer IF he stands down as PM

Ex-Hazlehead Academy pupil Al Carns appears among potential successors as the roof caves in on Labour’s leader.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Anas Sarwar calls for Keir Starmer to resign as Prime Minister

The latest intervention piles further pressure on Starmer, who has faced huge backlash in recent days over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador.

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Aberdeen's Kirsty Muir misses out on slopestyle medal despite heroic performance

The 21-year-old came agonisingly close to the bronze medal spot on Monday at Livigno Snow Park, but missed out to Canadian Megan Oldham

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

Is global warming boosting squid numbers off Shetland?

New report says sea temperatures near the islands increased in 2025.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Euro 2028 qualification and an extended window – lowdown on the Nations League

Steve Clarke's side will want to follow up their qualification for international football's biggest tournament with a swift return to the Euros in two years time.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Aberdeen MP Stephen Flynn calls for Keir Starmer to 'do right thing and resign'

Keir Starmer has faced increased pressure in recent days over the appointment of Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, with his chief of staff resigning on Sunday, followed by Downing Street's head of communications on Monday.

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39 snakes found in Aberdeenshire house as major rescue operations launched

Police and SSPCA were called in to help rescue and rehome the pets after their owner died.

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

Inverurie Sainsbury’s could be scuppered as roads bosses raise traffic fears

The supermarket has been planning to move into the former Homebase store since 2024, but there's concerns over the already-congested retail park.

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

Meet Stonehaven granny Julie Taylor who created a home full of colour after husband Colin was killed

Sharing her renovation story, Julie says she'll be sad to leave her bright, coastal haven.

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

Street Style in Inverurie: 6 stylish pubgoers share what they’re wearing

Inverurie's pub nights showcase real-life style: effortless outfits, mixed labels, personal flair and fashion shaped by atmosphere.

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

Loyalist parade could return to Inverness two years after petition controversy

The Apprentice Boys of Derry has applied to march through the city centre.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Aberdeen ski star Kirsty Muir on how free diving helped her conquer competition nerves

The Winter Olympics hopeful spoke to Gabby Logan on The Sports Agents podcast where she opened up on how she keeps her nerves under control - and why her family struggle to watch her compete.