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Aberdeen paramedics raising funds to give dying patients final journey wish

The trio want to help people approaching the end of their lives fulfil one final meaningful wish by providing clinically supported journeys across Scotland.

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Aberdeen couple share secret to lasting marriage as they celebrate 70th anniversary

The couple married in 1956 and celebrated their platinum wedding anniversary – a milestone only reached by about 30 couples in the UK each year - with a tea party surrounded by family and friends.

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New GP walk-in centres branded 'politics over practicality' by senior medic

The First Minister announced in Aberdeen last year a new policy to end the "8am rush", with the Granite City's first walk-in centre opening to patients last month.

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Stephen Robinson fuelled by Hearts 'inspiration' as Aberdeen seek statement victory

The Dons kick-off the new Premiership campaign against the Jambos at Pittodrie knowing they could lay down a marker against the side that finished second last season.

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Aberdeen man makes history by creating first ever tattoo inside world-famous Globe of Death

Marloon Ysmit, Circus Extreme's fearless Skywalk Trapeze Artist, remained remarkably composed while receiving a tattoo from acclaimed Aberdeen tattoo artist Craig "Plague" Fisher.

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Nesta Guinness-Walker seeks Aberdeen statement against wounded Hearts in Premiership opener

Hearts visit Pittodrie on Saturday night to kick-off the campaign, and the Jambos arrive wounded after their 6-0 aggregate defeat to Sturm Graz crushed their Champions League hopes.

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Man charged after spree of Aberdeen break-ins and thefts across city

The incidents took place at businesses in several areas of the city including Broadfold Road, Beach Promenade, Windmillbrae and Causewayend between July 14 and 26.

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Former Aberdeen coach insists Kevin Nisbet will be star striker Dons have craved

The in-form forward has scored six goals in four Premier Sports Cup group matches, including a hat-trick against Queen of the South, during what has been a perfect start to the season.

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New pictures of Union Street and Aberdeen Market as work continues on major projects

The £23million revamp of Union Street Central and the construction of the £40million Flint market are both ongoing, with progress made on both sites in recent weeks.

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Aberdeen council could spend £6million demolishing almost 300 RAAC homes

A new building warrant has revealed the local authority is planning to pay £5.8m to knock down 277 properties with the “bubbly” concrete, allowing phase two of site clearing works to get underway.

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Peterhead prison riot ringleader died in custody from terminal lung cancer

John Gallagher died at the age of 72 in Inverness's Raigmore Hospital in February 2024, with the convicted murderer having been diagnosed with lung cancer several months earlier.

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University of Aberdeen in Mumbai receives final regulatory approval for September 2026 intake


The University of Aberdeen has received formal and final approval from India's higher education regulator to commence student enrolment for the inaugural September 2026 intake to its campus in Mumbai.

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Aberdeen drivers face more city centre disruption as key bus route to close

Revised bus timetables are being introduced by First Bus and Stagecoach throughout the duration of the works, with dozens of routes to be affected later this week.

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Two men charged after multiple vehicle, scrap metal and copper wire thefts over two months

Two men, aged 33 and 30, were due to appear at Aberdeen Sheriff Court in connection with the incidents.

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Aberdeen Airport strikes averted as security staff accept improved pay deal

Staff had been due to walk out over 14 days across July and August, but Unite the Union suspended the strikes to allow members to considered the improved offer.

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Stephen Robinson issues Aberdeen demand as players told take burden off Dons ace

The Northern Irishman will be hoping his top scorer can continue his impressive streak in front of goal when Hearts travel to Pittodrie for their Premiership opener.

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Aberdeen College of Performing Arts hopes to find new home in empty west end building

The drama school wants to relocate to the three-storey listed building

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Aberdeen transfer latest including Jadel Katongo deal and key positions identified

Stephen Robinson has carried out a major squad rebuild this summer, with 11 new recruits brought in to help turn around his side's fortunes.

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10 Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire parks named among Scotland's best - see full list

Keep Scotland Beautiful has announced its Green Flag awards for 2026 - including 10 parks in the north-east.

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Scottish Premiership sides warned of World Cup style rule changes as time wasters targeted

Referees boss Willie Collum has met with Aberdeen and 10 other clubs over the summer and will complete his tour when he visits Dundee United ahead of Friday's league opener.