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Dundee v Aberdeen: Live stream, team news and more for Premiership clash

The Dons are looking to return to winning ways after missing the chance to wrap up a third consecutive league victory against St Mirren in the midweek fixture.

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Scotland to face Brazil, Morocco and Haiti at World Cup in 2026

Steve Clarke's side reached the 2026 tournament in dramatic fashion with a 4-2 victory over Denmark at Hampden, including three of the nation's most stunning goals ever scored.

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North-east's busiest railway stations ranked - full list of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire locations

New figures have ranked the UK's busiest stations, with Aberdeen named the busiest in the north-east with more than 2.3million passengers between April 2024 and March 2025.

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'Man related to first minister asked if I wanted crack' witness tells court

Ramsay El-Nakla, 37, the brother-in-law of former first minister Humza Yousaf, is on trial along with Aberdeen-born co-accused Victoria McGowan, and two other people.

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JG Ross expands as new Turriff bakery set to open in former bank next year

Plans approved earlier this year will see the building transformed into both a sit-in café and takeaway, with JG Ross confirming their latest opening in an announcement.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

HMRC tax code error sees people owed around £3,500 each

Here's how to check if HMRC owes you cash

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Aberdeen suffer injury blow as Gavin Molloy ruled out for eight weeks following St Mirren draw

The Irishman had come onto the pitch as a late substitute against the Buddies but was forced off after being injured in a heavy challenge which has left him sidelined.

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Aberdeen's Union Terrace Gardens wins prestigious design award following £28.3m revamp

The city centre park was reopened to the public in 2022 following a major restoration and refurbishment, with the green space praised by architects for its transformation.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Marko Lazetic confident Aberdeen are on way up as he targets double figure goal haul

The striker had just three senior top-flight goals before he made his summer move and now the former AC Milan striker has surpassed that in 16 games for the Dons.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Aberdeenshire clubber more than three times the limit mounted pavement in car leaving four injured

Christopher Parry, 57, from Cornhill in Aberdeenshire has been jailed for four years after driving while intoxicated, leaving four people injured.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Tesco offering free delivery from today on orders over £25 - it won't last long

Tesco's offer starts today, Friday, December 5 - and Tesco say they are 'here to help customers get everything they need'. The offer ends soon

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

Aberdeen school named in Scotland's top 10 best secondary schools - see full list

The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has released its annual survey of the country's highest achieving secondary schools.

Aberdeen Live - frontpage

HMRC says 3m UK pension savers face new bill in 'threshold' change

HMRC guidance suggests more than three million people in the UK could be affected by the changes

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

New Rosemount cafe next to Victoria Park approved as neighbour complaints are dismissed

The plans sparked complaints from Aberdeen neighbours, who feared more litter would be dropped in Victoria Park.

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

Reunions and retirements: Memories of the Atholl Hotel in 40 archive photos

A landmark of history and hospitality, we've looked back at photos the "fairy castle" Atholl Hotel, which has been at the heart of celebrations, reunions and retirements for nearly 80 years.

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Aboyne Bridge repairs axed after 'significant' new structural issues halt work

A project to mend the bridge was given the go-ahead by councillors back in March, but investigations of the structure revealed some of its features were in a worse condition than initially thought.

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

Roofer who killed Inverurie dad in builder’s yard brawl avoids jail

There were angry scenes at the High Court in Aberdeen as Rodney Shaw was ordered to carry out community service for killing David McGuinness.

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

Aboyne Bridge repairs axed due to worsening state as residents fear it ‘won’t open again’

The announcement comes as frustrated Birse resident Graham Davidson predicted the council's plans would never work out...

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

We examine the 6 locations that COULD be considered for a new Marks & Spencer food store in Elgin

Retailer Marks & Spencer have already highlighted Elgin as a location where they could open a new store.

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

Moray and Aberdeenshire farmers plan cosy cabins and luxury ‘coo sheds’

Other farm or croft-related projects being mulled by north and north-east councils include a near-£2 million henhouse.