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Aberdeen cheesewire murder of taxi driver to be explored in two-part documentary
The programme explores the efforts to trace the killer of George Murdoch, with the cab driver's murder in 1983 remaining one of Scotland's longest unsolved cases.
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Prestigious medal award for University of Aberdeen scientist
Professor Neil Vargesson from the School of Medicine, Medical Sciences and Nutrition was awarded the prestigious Lewis Wolpert Medal at a ceremony yesterday.
Parole boards to consider if killers refuse to reveal where victims’ remains are in law change
The introduction of the new justice legislation comes in the wake of campaigning from both Suzanne Pilley’s family and the family of fellow murder victim Arlene Fraser.
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Drug abuse costing Scotland £6billion a year as ministers urged to act
"Our research shows the issue is also economically unsustainable. While the Scottish Government has made meaningful attempts to address the crisis in recent years, it must go further and faster."
Aberdeenshire Council 'well-run' despite facing £81million budget gap
The Accounts Commission said the council was 'well-run' but warned that despite its clear priorities, it must address current and future financial challenges, including undelivered savings.
Aberdeenshire woman's dog park plans refused as neighbours raise fears over barking
Council planners recommended the facility be refused on grounds of noise, saying it could “result in a level of uncertainty and potential disturbance that is unacceptable”.
Football pundits ranked by popularity as Scottish Premiership regular soars up charts
From fiery post-match debates to clip-worthy one-liners and strong opinions that split fans down the middle, pundits have become a huge part of how supporters consume the modern game.
Plan for new Aberdeen student flat rejected amid fears area will become 'entirely HMOs'
The plans to turn the first floor flat into digs for four university students were rejected
Lewis Ferguson opens up on Euro 2024 heartbreak as he refuses to take World Cup dream for granted
The Bologna midfielder is a banker for Steve Clarke for this summer's World Cup, and the 26-year-old is determined to make up for the crushing pain of missing out on the Euros last time around.
Aberdeen sex predator jailed after 22-year campaign of abuse against three women
Michael Morrice, 47, was sentenced to 14 years in jail for serious sexual assault, assault and domestic abuse against three women between 2001 and 2023.
Dog finds message in a bottle on Aberdeenshire beach dropped off Canadian ferry two years ago
Mike Scott and his dog Maggie found the bottle and letter on a walk on St Cyrus beach and were amazed to discover it had been at sea for two years.
Renowned artist's painting 'reunited' with esteemed collection of Scottish art
A painting by one of Scotland's most celebrated 20th century artists has been reunited with a collection currently on display at the University of Aberdeen.
Stephen Robinson's Aberdeen stars have 'no place to hide' as he shuts down St Mirren narrative
The Northern Irishman's side are sitting just three points above St Mirren ahead of the new Dons boss's reunion with his former club after the international break.
Smoking rates in Scotland 'historically low' 20 years on from 2006 ban
Legislation has also protected non-smokers from passive smoking, resulting in fewer deaths and hospitalisations from heart attacks and strokes, and improving the health of pregnant women and their babies.
Aberdeen's Schoolhill taped off by police in ongoing incident
Officers from Police Scotland remain in attendance this morning.
Trade body warns UK 'urgently' needs more domestic oil and gas from North Sea
Analysis from Offshore Energies UK found that using North Sea gas has a lower emissions footprint than liquified natural gas from overseas.
Tragedy as body found near harbour in search for missing north-east man
Police confirmed a body had been found in the water at around 2pm on Monday and that the family of the missing man from Elgin had been informed of the discovery.
New banking hub opens in Turriff to give locals access to cash and in-person services
Customers of all major banks can visit any weekday to carry out regular cash transactions including cash withdrawals and deposits as well as checking balances or paying bills.
Young Aberdeen brothers taking on challenge for Archie Foundation after teen's surgery
16-year-old David and 11-year-old Daniel Uzowulu wanted to give back to Archie, after David underwent surgery to remove fatty swelling last year.
'I tried to fly from Aberdeen to Glasgow with three flights – but it all went pear-shaped'
Travel vlogger Scott Manson wanted to make an adventure out of his Aberdeen to Glasgow journey - but flight delays at Belfast City Airport threatened to derail his elaborate plans