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New Apple TV ad filmed at Aberdeen railway station after passengers left puzzled

Film crews were recently spotted at the city's railway station back in April, but staff did not disclose what the nature of the filming was, but all has now been revealed.

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Ousted Aberdeenshire Council leader Gillian Owen speaks out on quitting Tories after WhatsApp row

The Ellon and District member made her bombshell announcement at a council meeting this week after the recent fallout when sweary WhatsApp messages were leaked last month.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Aberdeenshire medical practice asks patients to stop sending 'unsolicited urine samples'

The surgery has now warned that all samples must not be sent unless specifically requested by a staff member, with the issue impacting the staff's ability to care for patients.

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Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Aberdeen-based Wood Group under investigation by UK financial watchdog

Shares in the Granite City firm, which provides oilfield and engineering services, have been suspended from trading on the London Stock Exchange since last month.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

'Loving husband and dad' who died in Aberdeenshire motorbike crash named by police

A 59-year-old man from Arbroath was tragically killed in the motorbike crash on the B966 Fettercairn to Edzell road near a farmhouse at Cairnton of Balbegno last weekend.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Famous steam train set to visit Aberdeen for first time in over 50 years this summer

Passengers will be given the chance to travel across the world-famous Forth Rail Bridge and travel in style along the east coast on the Sir Nigel Gresley steam train.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

New Union Street restaurant with European twist breathes life into former bank building

Glenhouse is a modern bistro offering a variety of dishes, ranging from steak, pasta and fish to small plates and tapas, and it has filled the void left at Canada House at 201, Union Street.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Turriff pub wins fight to extend hours despite neighbour 'living in fear' of punters

Disgruntled neighbour James Allan, who lives just metres away from the bar, objected to the plans saying the business had "no respect or regard" for his "health, wellbeing or peace."

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Jack Milne wants Aberdeen Scottish Cup glory to bring new era to Pittodrie

The young defender admitted his latest achievement may never quite sink in, but the feeling of Hampden success has become a new addiction he wants to keep reliving.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Historic Banff building put up for sale as council seeks offers for former town hall

Completed in 1854, the premises have some later 20th century additions, comprising retail space on the ground floor and the former town hall on the first floor.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Police launch appeal after fire at derelict building in Aberdeenshire village

Emergency services were called to the scene at around 8.30pm on Thursday night in Oldmeldrum after a blaze at a derelict building on Colpy Road was reported. There were no injuries.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Grandmother tried to fly to Aberdeen before vanishing with family 'overwhelmed with worry'

Ildiko Maguire, from Luton in Bedfordshire, went missing on Saturday, June 21, and was later captured on CCTV travelling on a bus from London Luton Airport to the town's train station late at night the following day.

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

Exclusive: Stonehaven Tesco is town’s ‘last chance’ for superstore as developer reveals 20-year grapple over plans

Bosses will abandon the Stonehaven proposal altogether if the bid is denied next Tuesday.

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

Violent and controlling domestic abuser held woman in Kemnay house for days

Among a catalogue of abusive behaviour, Reece Philpott was found guilty of restricting the woman’s breathing by holding a pillow over her face.

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

Clan BookBench Trail: Interactive map and everything you need to know ahead of official launch

Clan's BookBench Trail officially launches on Monday June 30.

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

Music venue vision for Lossiemouth church backed amid hopes landmark could become ‘amazing asset’ for region

MacMoray organiser Andy Macdonald says he has submitted a bid for the building to secure its future for the community.

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

From Peterhead to Ardnamurchan, north-east family trio ‘beat the sun’ in 18-hour cycle across Scotland

Myles Edwards, alongside his cousins Jonny and Mat Northcroft, have raised more than £15,000 from their incredible feat.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Aberdeen in 'three-way transfer battle' for Swedish teenage winger Elias Pihlstrom

Jimmy Thelin has bolstered his squad so far this summer with four new additions but more signings are expected to follow as the Dons gear up for their European campaign.

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

Firefighters tackle gorse fire in Inverness

It happened at around 8.20pm tonight.

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

Growing concern for welfare of missing woman who may have travelled to north-east

The 53-year-old may be in Aberdeen or Fraserburgh.