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Over 24,000 trees to be planted in Haddo Country Park after Storm Arwen devastation
The ferocious storm felled tens of thousands of trees across Aberdeenshire back in November 2021, with efforts still ongoing to replant trees and clear woodlands more than four years on.
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Footage shows rotting flat Aberdeen gran has lived in for two years with daughter and grandson
Aishat Muhammad, 48, pays £900 a month for the three-bedroom flat, which has severe leakage issues leading to constant pouring water across the walls of several rooms.
Aberdeen trashed at Kilmarnock as Graeme Shinnie sees red in dreadful Rugby Park defeat - 5 talking points
The managerless Dons are now six points adrift of the top six in the Premiership
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Dante Polvara departs Aberdeen as cup hero sends emotional farewell message
The American was one of the Dons' cup heroes, scoring a vital penalty against Celtic to help end the 35-year wait for Scottish Cup glory, but he has now opted to head home to America.
Man admits assault and firearms offences after spraying 'corrosive substance' at Aberdeen hospital staff
Piotr Huczysnki pleaded guilty to multiple charges at the city's Sheriff Court on Friday, including assault and the reckless discharge of a firearm by spraying a corrosive substance.
Kilmarnock v Aberdeen: Live stream, team news and more for Premiership clash
The Dons could secure back-to-back league victories this weekend if they can overcome Neil McCann's Kilmarnock side amid their battle for Premiership survival.
Aberdeenshire Council generates over £2.5m from selling empty buildings and land
Sites including the former Portsoy and Ellon libraries, Cairnbanno and Blackhills community centres and Macduff Town Hall were among the properties sold in 2025.
Urgent search for missing Aberdeen man as police growing concerned for his welfare
45-year-old Robert McKenna has been missing since Tuesday. He was last seen the Cornhill Road area that afternoon.
Two rushed to hospital after A93 crash near Aberdeenshire town
Emergency services were called to the scene between Banchory and Crathes on Thursday afternoon. Two people were taken to hospital as a precaution.
Peter Leven wants Aberdeen to turn corner and back up Livi win with Kilmarnock victory
The Dons had endured a winless start to 2026 in the top flight before bagging a thumping 6-2 win over Livingston, and now the interim boss wants his side to make it back-to-back victories.
Transport secretary refuses to visit A96 amid dualling concerns as 'diary is full'
An MP wrote to Fiona Hyslop asking to accompany her on a visit along the Aberdeenshire stretch between Inverurie and Huntly to witness the dangers of not dualling the major route.
Aberdeen NHS unit reopens four months after 'unknown substance' found on surgical materials
The unit was closed at the beginning of October following concerns raised during a routine service of its washer disinfectors.
Network Rail put 'too much reliance' on firm behind faulty drain that led to Stonehaven crash
The train derailed at Carmont near Stonehaven on August 12, 2020 after it hit debris washed from the drain and on to the track by heavy rainfall in the north-east.
‘Hundreds’ of holidaymakers on Up Helly Aa cruise struck with sick bug
Passengers were hit with a double whammy after they were unable to dock in Lerwick due to poor weather.
Hunt launched after broken down motorbike stolen from Aberdeenshire road
Officers from Police Scotland are continuing to hunt for the thief after the motorbike was stolen.
Marines save stranded Ben Nevis climber’s life in ‘abysmal’ conditions
British and Dutch special forces found the mountaineer curled up in the snow in blizzard conditions.
SPFL announce post-split dates as Aberdeen continue push for top half finish
Aberdeen are continuing their efforts to climb back into the top half of the table, with Peter Leven leading the push for an immediate return to European football.
German airman’s careless overtake left biker severely injured
Daniel Auernhammer pulled into the path of a motorcycle as he attempted to overtake a learner driver on the A941.
Elgin Brewers Fayre fate decided as planners rule on demolition plans
Planning chiefs have made their decision on plans which involve knocking down the Linkwood Lodge Brewers Fayre.