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Thousands of North Sea jobs saved as US firm agrees rescue deal with Petrofac
The company collapsed into administration earlier this year, leaving around 3,000 jobs at risk, but the new deal has put an end to months of uncertainty in a welcome boost at Christmas.
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Kind-hearted Aberdeen locals band together to build shed for family in need
Members of the Cove & Altens Men's Shed got together to build a storage shed which the family plan to use to keep vital dialysis equipment and supplies, with their teenage son due to begin treatment.
Aberdeen firefighters bring Christmas cheer and gifts to children's hospital
This annual event saw Santa given a ride on an aerial ladder platform which hoisted him up to the windows of the hospital, much to the delight of the children.
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What part of a Christmas dinner are you - take our quiz to find out
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Christmas film quiz: How well do you know these festive classics
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Almost 30 businesses on Aberdeen's Union Street closed down during last financial year
A total of 27 properties pulled the shutters down during 2024/25, with businesses including NatWest, We Too! and Yorkshire Building Society among those that closed for good.
Flu cases drop in Scotland for second week in a row amid warning virus will continue to spread
The latest figures from Public Health Scotland show lab-confirmed flu cases were down to 1,297 for the week ending December 21 - a decrease of 35% from the previous week’s figure of 1,994.
When will Santa arrive in Aberdeen? Get live updates on Father Christmas' journey from North Pole
Thanks to cutting-edge technology, you can follow Father Christmas as he drops off gifts to children across the globe, and keep an eye on when he will arrive in the north-east.
Popular Aberdeen gaming shop Geek Retreat closing down as owners post farewell message
The Union Street shop had become a popular venue for gamers, offering spaces for card and board games, catch ups over coffee with friends, and a wide range of gaming products.
Police launch investigation after multiple attempted break-ins in Inverurie
The incidents happened between 10pm on Monday, December 22 and 3am on Tuesday, December 23 at properties in the Rutherford Folds, Middle Park and Middlemuir Road areas.
Three people arrested after police tackle county lines operation between Peterhead and Merseyside
Officers executed two warrants at addresses in Huyton and Prescot, near Liverpool, in a joint operation between Merseyside Police’s Project Medusa and Police Scotland.
ScotRail 'cheapest tickets' advert banned after being branded 'misleading' by watchdog
The rail operator says it has already updated its website to reflect the Advertising Standards Authority’s ruling, which ordered that the advert must not appear again.
Jimmy Thelin sets Aberdeen Christmas challenge as he looks to gift fans Dundee United victory
The Dons will be in action at Pittodrie on Saturday, and with no Boxing Day fixture it has allowed Jimmy Thelin to give his players a precious bit of festive downtime.
Man arrested after armed police descend on Aberdeen street amid 'disturbance'
Firearms officers were called to the scene on Marquis Road on Tuesday. A 43-year-old man is due to appear in court after being charged in connection with the incident.
John Swinney sends message of 'warmth, kindness and connection' at Christmas
The First Minister and SNP leader said that Scotland is a “patchwork of communities” and that acts of generosity and sharing defined the festive season.
Transport body claims bus gates would tackle Edinburgh congestion after 'success' in Aberdeen
The trade body says increased journey times in the capital have made it a less attractive prospect to travellers after a significant increase in car usage over the last 20 years.
Critically ill Aberdeenshire patients waiting almost five times as long for ambulances than those in Aberdeen
"The closure of Turriff’s MIU and the reduced hours of others, as well as ambulances being backed up outside Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, has also exacerbated this serious problem."
Met Office issues Christmas Day forecast with north-east set for chilly weather
The big question at this time of year has been answered, but those hoping for the magic of a white Christmas in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire will be left disappointed.
STV journalists to strike in January in row over changes to news programmes
STV announced changes to its service that the National Union of Journalists has said will be both “bad for viewers” and “bad for journalism” in the north of Scotland.
Ryan Strain a doubt as Dundee United face injury issues ahead of Aberdeen clash
Jim Goodwin could be without four defenders for Saturday's trip to Pittodrie, with Ryan Strain coming off with a groin injury in the 1-1 draw with Hibs last weekend.