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Call to give farmers 'thank you' payment from government for snow clearing heroics
Despite the added workload of feeding animals and thawing water troughs, farmers across Aberdeenshire, Moray and the Highlands have gone out of their way to clear roads free of charge for the public.
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GTA VI trailer reimagined in Scotland by AI channel including Aberdeen and Tennent's heist
The remarkable clip has reimagined the viral trailer for the latest instalment of Grand Theft Auto as if it was set in Scotland, and it includes some hilarious references.
Former Aberdeen coach admits he had feeling Jimmy Thelin was about to be sacked
The duo had their contracts terminated last weekend after the 1-0 defeat to Falkirk which left the Granite City side eighth in the table and winless in five games.
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First Minister says efforts focusing on recovery following heavy snow in north-east
Hundreds of schools remain closed for a fourth day due to the weather, including more than 150 in Aberdeenshire, dozens in the Highlands and Aberdeen, and a number of those in Moray and Orkney.
Former Aberdeen boss Jimmy Thelin linked with swift return to management
The Swede has sacked on Sunday after a run of five games without a victory, with the Scottish Cup-winning boss leaving with the Dons eighth in the league table.
Met Office issues new yellow warning for more snow and ice disruption in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire
Forecasters are warning of yet more snow showers and icy conditions on the roads on Thursday night and into Friday, marking what will be the ninth day of wintry chaos.
Aberdeen legend Steve Archibald leads tributes to 'Rolls Royce' of a player Martin Chivers
Former Spurs hero Martin Chivers led the attack for Bill Nicholson’s side from the early 1970s, winning the League Cup twice as well as enjoying UEFA Cup success.
Every Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire school closure today as snow disruption continues
While most schools are attempting delayed openings in the city, the majority of Aberdeenshire's schools will be closed for a fourth day amid the major weather disruption.
Scottish court warrants increase 22% as justice system at 'breaking point'
Police Scotland has recorded a 22% increase in warrants received from 2023 to 2025, with more than 10,000 still waiting to be executed across the country, figures show.
Stuart Armstrong keen for Aberdeen to build on positives in Rangers rematch
The Dons spurned some great chances to win the game after Emmanuel Fernandez's opener, with Nico Raskin's strike proving to be the fatal blow in the first game of their double header.
Aberdeenshire Council insists it can overcome snow chaos without military help
The local authority's infrastructure boss believes the council won’t need to draft in the military to help clear snow across the region, despite the extreme conditions.
Aberdeen misses out on UK Government's £140m investment in Scottish areas
"It is a reallocation of existing resources and it is disappointing that nine local authority areas which previously received funding, including Aberdeen and the Highlands, will now receive nothing."
Rangers face triple injury blow for Aberdeen rematch including former Dons midfielder
Peter Leven's men will be out for revenge in this weekend's clash, while the Gers are looking to make it a double with a victory at Pittodrie on Sunday afternoon.
Plans for new Ellon suburb with 400 homes unveiled as first phase of properties lodged
The latest plans come 12 years after Scotia Homes revealed its hopes to build nearly 1,000 new houses on the site, with the fresh plans for the first batch of homes lodged.
Snowed-in Alford couple hail 'good Samaritan' farmer who cleared drive
Graeme and Melanie Stewart, both 63, were starting to clear snow by shovel when a neighbouring farmer who they had never met passed by and offered to help with his tractor.
Aberdeenshire woman left 'hysterical and crying' after alleged sexual assault on plane
The woman - who cannot be named for legal reasons - told a jury on Wednesday that she had been abused whilst travelling on a May 2025 flight between Naples and Edinburgh.
Aberdeenshire foodbank fears services will fail as they give urgent warning
The charity - which supports families in areas including Peterhead, Fraserburgh, Inverurie, Ellon and Huntly - says it costs £12,000–£13,000 every month in unavoidable running costs to keep services operating.
TGI Fridays restaurant chain 'shutting 20 venues' - full list of at risk locations
The popular burger and cocktail restaurant chain is at risk of widespread closures
Aberdeenshire village experiencing 'worst winter in 25 years' as snow engulfs region
"There were people getting frustrated last night because the shop hadn’t stocked up. We are not used to it. We do get snow, but it is nothing like this, it is exceptional."
Peter Leven vents frustration at Aberdeen mistakes in Rangers loss and makes demand to squad
The Dons looked to make a big statement in the first of their double header against the Ibrox side, but came undone in the first-half when Emmanuel Fernandez and Nicolas Raskin struck.