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Aberdeen driver who lost control in 108mph crash jailed after teenager's tragic death

Ben Taylor was a passenger in Josh Buchan's high-performance black Audi RS3 as he was drove up to 108mph on the notorious South Deeside Road in September 2022.

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Workers could face extra tax bills as HMRC warns over 'red flags'

Millions of workers are being urged to scrutinise their pay after HMRC warned of tell-tale 'red flags'

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Aberdeen danger driver jailed after causing death of friend in 108mph crash

A judge told Josh Buchan, 26, that the consequences of his actions were "catastrophic" and jailed him for seven years and six months.

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Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire secondary school rankings unveiled in new league table - see full list

Figures published by The Times rank schools based on the proportion of pupils leaving with five Highers at grades A to C, alongside five or more National five qualifications.

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Massive Aberdeen Woodend Hospital fire 'started deliberately' as police launch manhunt

The fire ripped through the listed building, leaving much of the roof and internal structure of the building collapsed.

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RAF Lossiemouth typhoons scrambled to intercept Russian plane near UK airspace

The suspect aircraft remained outside of the "area of interest" so the jets returned to base.

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Woman left dogs 'skeletal' and covered in faeces and urine in 'worst case of neglect seen in years'

“It is one of the worst cases of extreme neglect I have seen in years. It was totally disgusting, abhorrent and heart-wrenching to see that someone could keep animals in those conditions.”

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Asylum seekers to be moved out of Aberdeen hotel in push to house migrants at military bases

The Lang Stracht Best Western has been at the centre of several anti-migrant protests in recent months.

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Trump blames UK for global oil crisis as he says Aberdeen should be 'booming'

The US President declared 'no more windmills' in his social media rant where he accused the UK of causing the global oil and gas crisis

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

Missing monk feared dead after disappearing into North Sea

The Diocese said it has 'learned with deep sadness of the disappearance and presumed death of Justin Evans, also known as Brother Ignatius'.

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

Exclusive: Big win for future of Union Street as £1m package unveiled

The money is being written into the SNP’s election manifesto.

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

Debate: Should a motorhome tax be introduced in the Highlands?

We want your opinions about a potential levy on motorhomes in the Highlands. Let us know in our comments section and our journalist will respond between 12noon and 1pm on Thursday.

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

Woodend Hospital fire: Residents feared major blaze in Woodend area as firebugs plague Den of Maidencraig

The Press and Journal found the remains of numerous fires in woodland nearby after locals expressed their concerns.

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

Inverness firm leading transformation of city centre Timpson store hits back at objections

Plans to give this deserted Inverness city centre building a makeover have faced opposition.

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‘Renewables revolution is coming to the Highlands, if you think A9 and A96 are bad now they’re about to get a whole lot worse’

Inverness Chamber of Commerce is pressing for A96 and A9 dualling to be made a priority following next month's election.

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

In pictures: Drone images reveal devastation in wake of blaze at Woodend Hospital

A fire broke out at the disused building shortly before 10pm on Monday.

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'Aberdeen should be booming' says Donald Trump as he pushes for more North Sea oil

The US president has long voiced his dislike of wind energy, particularly offshore wind, having launched a battle with the Scottish Government to stop a development which was visible from his Aberdeenshire golf course.

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Parent anger as school bus makes U-turn and adds extra mile to journey to dodge Portgordon pupils

After Moray Council axed the village's school bus, it was spotted making a U-turn yards from the village as protesting parents looked on.

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Game-changing ESCALATOR plans revealed as Trinity Centre in Aberdeen unveils ‘exciting investment’

Escalators have long been discussed by bosses to link between Union Square and the bus and train stations, replacing a long-lamented staircase...

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Exclusive: ‘International hotel developers’ eyeing up potential Dons stadium complex at Aberdeen Beach

The news comes as a survey shows most people in the north-east back public millions going towards the facility.