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Former Aberdeen student union could become plush hotel and restaurant under new plans

The proposals for the empty Schoolhill building also include plans for a restaurant complex, with the venue having previously been a Robert Gordon University students' union.

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Every Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire hotel nominated in prestigious awards

The awards will be presented to the overall winners and highly recommended runners-up at a lavish gala final at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Glasgow next month.

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BrewDog's £550m debt after collapse as Premier League team, Tennent's and more owed millions

The brand was recused in a £33million deal with US firm Tilray Brands, but the company has been left with £550million worth of debts owed to a range of companies and organisations.

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Beloved Aberdeenshire baker retires after incredible 57-year career

Starting her career decorating birthday cakes and working in confectionery, Chrissie went on to take on a wide range of roles across the bakery, from biscuit production to packaging.

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Over a dozen deaths and nearly 200 injuries on A96 in last four years

The statistics were described as "horrifying"

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Aberdeen eye up Martin Boyle transfer as Hibs ace considers options before summer exit

The striker is set to leave the Hibees at the end of the season, and the Dons had previously tried to sign the local boy before he put pen to paper on his last Easter Road contract.

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Martin Lewis shares ISA deposit tip as you may want to contact your provider

He was asked about the long-term impact of the Iran war

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Former Elgin nurse: ‘I had to retire from NHS so pension payout could fund £18,000 private hip operation – rather than wait years’

After nearly 40 years of tending to patients in Grampian, Tim Wood had to go private for an urgent operation that cost him thousands.

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

Why UHI Moray has put Elgin student accommodation up for sale just 9 years after opening

UHI has revealed why they are selling their Bishopmill student accommodation building which only opened in the summer of 2017.

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Aberdeen murderer jailed for life for stabbing Dylan Geddes in heart in hit and run

Brandon Booth lashed out during a trivial argument at a flat in Aberdeen last July before striking his victim in the chest with a knife. He tried to get another man to hide the weapon before fleeing the scene.

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Findlay Marshall signs Aberdeen extension as youngster marks milestone birthday with new deal

The midfielder has been in outstanding form on loan at Arbroath this season, with his efforts seeing him rewarded with a new deal with the Dons until at least 2028.

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

How did the Elgin eels get there? Key questions answered on Cooper Park pond’s slimy residents

The discovery paused works to remove sludge and mud from the site.

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Nuart Aberdeen murals recreated by students inspired by BBC's The Traitors

The RGU student trio came up with the idea of riffing on a challenge in the most recent series of The Traitors where contestants had to recreate famous art works.

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

Highland target as rural healthcare and transport top Lib Dem manifesto

The party is poised for gains in the north, according to polls, at the election on May 7.

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Huge public backing to reinstate Aberdeen to Peterhead and Fraserburgh railway

A total of 78% of respondents backed the reinstatement of the line to Ellon, while the same proportion backed restoring trains to Peterhead, with support for connecting Fraserburgh at 76%.

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

Inverness spray-paint protest calls for Ironworks to reopen

The city building was targeted by vandals who want the venue to be reinstated.

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Stephen Robinson on the Aberdeen training ground tweak he's made to rally troops for split

The new manager is trying to turn the Dons squad into a band of brothers in a bid to get them up for the fight to avoid the relegation play-off, with last weekend's win over Hibs a big step to safety.

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

Man charged after Pokemon cards stolen from Aberdeen shop

He is due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court.

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

Drone footage shows how Aberdeen’s new £124 million Hazlehead Academy is progressing

The images show the sheer scale of the site being developed.

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Aberdeen man and his partner open up on move back to Scotland after 12 years in USA

After getting together with her partner Zach, Chelsea - who is from the US - developed a desire to live in Scotland.