'Community News'
Motorists warned to expect traffic delays
Motorists are warned to expect delays next week as Market Street is reduced to one lane northbound while work to lay power cables for the new retail development on Guild Street continues. 2008/08/29 00:00:00
Official opening of Joe Paterson Pavilion
A sports pavilion named after the man who campaigned for years for new facilities at the Hazlehead sports pitches is to be officially opened on Tuesday [2 September]. 2008/08/29 00:00:00
Sheltered housing modernisation goes down a treat with tenants
Residents at two sheltered housing complexes held special events to mark the highly successful upgrade of their homes. 2008/08/29 00:00:00
Blue Peter gardener digs into EcoCity awards
Television gardening personality Chris Collins will be joining green-fingered and green-minded folk this weekend for the Aberdeen EcoCity awards. 2008/08/28 00:00:00
Campaign to quiz North-east drinking habits
A new campaign which aims to find out the drinking habits of people across the North-east will be launched on Monday [September 1]. 2008/08/28 00:00:00
Plans for one of North-east's largest ever office blocks conditionally approved
Plans to construct one of the biggest ever office blocks in Aberdeen have been conditionally approved by the city council's planning committee. 2008/08/28 00:00:00
Aberdeen Blooms - free shuttle bus service
A shuttle bus service will operate from Woodend terminus to the Aberdeen Blooms event on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 August. 2008/08/27 00:00:00
City centre utilities work update
The utilities works being carried out by Scottish and Southern Energy in Aberdeen's harbour area continue. 2008/08/27 00:00:00
Reading Bus gears up to launch Fit Like, Yer Majesty?
A new book of Doric poetry, penned by scrievers from throughout Scotland, is to be launched at Fyvie Castle next month. [September]. 2008/08/27 00:00:00
Aberdeen City Council appoints permanent chief executive
Aberdeen City Council is delighted to announce that Sue Bruce has been appointed as its permanent chief executive. 2008/08/26 00:00:00
Adult learning classes at Kincorth Community Centre
A new programme of adult learning classes is starting soon at Kincorth community centre. Subjects include tai chi, yoga, computing for beginners, and digital photography. For further information then please call Kincorth Community Centre on (01224) 872851. 2008/08/26 00:00:00
Aberdeen City Council is recruiting people from all walks of life to sit on the children panel. 2008/08/26 00:00:00
Creative networking night at Whitespace
A networking event aimed at forging links between the artistic community of Aberdeen City and Shire was held at Whitespace on Tuesday, 26 August. 2008/08/26 00:00:00
Berryden Road will be closed to traffic at its junction with Hutcheon Street from noon today [Tuesday, 26 August] until further notice, due to a gas leak. 2008/08/26 00:00:00
Green youngsters scoop yellow rewards
Schools across Aberdeen have won cash and helped raise money to plant native trees by recycling old copies of the Yellow Pages. 2008/08/26 00:00:00
Aberdeen City Council's Art Gallery & Museums as part of its membership of the Northeast Museums Partnership (NEMP) hopes to attract new audiences by displaying their collections in non-museum locations. 2008/08/26 00:00:00
Midstocket folk are being given the chance to have their say on the future of the local bus network. 2008/08/26 00:00:00
Aberdeen areas to benefit from on-street recycling
Residents in areas of Aberdeen are to benefit from a new on-street recycling scheme. 2008/08/25 00:00:00
Aberdeen City Council's Family Information Unit has launched Scotland's first one-stop information web site. 2008/08/25 00:00:00
Free talk on buildings from the past
A number of buildings which were demolished to make way for new developments in Aberdeen, will feature in a free talk by Aberdeen City Council assistant archaeologist Alison Cameron at 12.30pm on Wednesday, 27 August at the Maritime Museum, Shiprow. 2008/08/25 00:00:00
Environmental health and trading standards officers will be on the look-out for counterfeit vodka on sale in Aberdeen, following an alert from the Food Standards Agency. 2008/08/22 00:00:00
City set to unveil Olympic flag
The City of Aberdeen is set to join in the Olympic Handover celebrations organised by the London Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (LOCOG) on Sunday [24 August] by unfurling a specially designed flag at 2.30pm outside the Beach Leisure Centre, Promenade. 2008/08/22 00:00:00
Equestrian extravaganza this weekend at Duthie Park
The Lord and Lady Provost of Aberdeen will tour the City of Aberdeen Clydesdale Horse Show at 3pm on Saturday, 23 August at the Duthie Park, Aberdeen. 2008/08/22 00:00:00
Library makes family history research easy and affordable
Aberdeen City Libraries has signed up to a scheme to allow citizens to research their family tree at a discount rate. 2008/08/22 00:00:00
Major Scottish Arts and Crafts exhibition draws to a close
Aberdeen Art Gallery's major summer exhibition - Hand Heart and Soul, a celebration of Arts and Crafts practice across Scotland between 1880 and 1939 will end on Sunday, 24 August 2008. 2008/08/22 00:00:00
Public meeting about post office closure
A public meeting about the planned closure of Mannofield Post Office is to be held at the Palm Court Hotel, Seafield Road, Aberdeen, at 6pm on Tuesday [26 August]. 2008/08/22 00:00:00
Temporary closure of Kincorth Sports Centre
Kincorth Sports Centre, Corthan Cresent, will be closed from tomorrow (26 August) until further notice due to a failure in the ventilation system. 2008/08/25 00:00:00
Best Bar None scheme gains sheriff's support
A scheme aimed at reducing drink-fuelled city centre crime has met with the approval of an Aberdeen sheriff. 2008/08/21 00:00:00
Indulge in the luxury of afternoon tea
People are invited to take a step back in time this summer and enjoy traditional afternoon tea at the Beach Ballroom on Sunday, 31 August. 2008/08/21 00:00:00
Traffic restriction for crane works
Traffic restrictions have been put in on Sunday [24 August], while crane work is carried out on two developments in the city centre. 2008/08/21 00:00:00
Swimming lessons affected by strike action
All council-run swimming lessons in Aberdeen, with the exception of those at Kincorth Pool, are cancelled today, [Wednesday, 20 August] as a result of the strike action being taken by local authority staff nationwide. 2008/08/20 00:00:00
Aberdeen City Council services have been affected by the strike action taken by local authority employees nationwide today [Wednesday, 20 August]. 2008/08/20 00:00:00
Bon Accord Baths and Queens Links Outdoor Centre declared surplus to requirements
Aberdeen City Council's Central Area Committee has agreed to declare the Bon Accord Baths and Queens Links Outdoor Centre surplus to requirements. 2008/08/19 00:00:00
Contact Telephone Numbers for August 20
Corporate Contact Centre will be open 7.30am - 5pm for the following inquiries on Wednesday August 20. 2008/08/19 00:00:00
Doors Open Day leaflets now available
Leaflets detailing this year's Doors Open Day in Aberdeen on Saturday, 13 September are now available from the venues taking part, city libraries and The Point, Union Street. 2008/08/19 00:00:00
Two female artists who played a key role in the arts and crafts movement will be the feature of a lunchtime talk by Kate Gillespie, assistant keeper (applied arts) Aberdeen Art Gallery at the gallery on Thursday, 21 August. 2008/08/19 00:00:00
School closures as a result of strike action
Schools across Aberdeen will be affected by the strike action taken by local authority employees nationwide today [Wednesday, 20 August]. 2008/08/20 00:00:00
Statement from new Aberdeen City Council interim chief executive Robert Coomber
The interim chief executive and external finance adviser of Aberdeen City Council, Robert Coomber, has now taken up his new post. 2008/08/19 00:00:00
Torry Works is a job fair with a difference
A training, skills development and job opportunities fair will take place on Thursday, 28 August, from 11am until 7pm at Tullos Community Centre, Girdleness Road, Aberdeen. 2008/08/18 00:00:00
City council services affected by strike action next week
Aberdeen City Council will strive to operate as full a range of services as possible on the day of local authority industrial action across Scotland next week - but citizens are being advised that some disruption is inevitable. 2008/08/15 00:00:00
Tullos Pool swimming lessons to be relocated
Sessions to arrange the reallocation of swimming lessons for users of Tullos Pool, which is currently closed for health and safety reasons, are to take place next week. 2008/08/15 00:00:00
Countryside rangers to run bat hunt on night of lunar eclipse
Countryside rangers are hosting a night-time tour into the world of the bat. 2008/08/14 00:00:00
Public opinion sought on electronic bus information systems
Aberdeen City Council is carrying out a survey to gauge public opinion on the electronic information signs at bus stops in the city. 2008/08/14 00:00:00
City centre utilities work update
Utility firm Scottish and Southern Electric has moved on to the phase three leg of its work in Aberdeen city centre to lay three under road power cables for the new retail development at Guild Street. 2008/08/13 00:00:00
The Queen Elizabeth II Bridge is to be closed to northbound traffic for up to three hours from 7.30pm today [Wednesday, 13 August]. 2008/08/13 00:00:00
Mary Queen of Scots re-enactment at the Tolbooth
An opportunity to see a fascinating re-enactment of a visit to Aberdeen by Mary Queen of Scots to meet with a friend before he was beheaded will take place on Saturday, 16 August at Aberdeen's Tolbooth Museum, Castle Street. 2008/08/13 00:00:00
Lord Provost of Aberdeen Peter Stephen and city council leader Kate Dean will reinforce Aberdeen City and Shire's standing as a global energy city when they attend ONS 08 - one of the key industry events in the oil and gas industry's calendar - later this month. 2008/08/15 00:00:00
Squashing can make recycling even greener
Environmentally friendly residents who use Aberdeen City Council's popular kerbside recycling service could be even greener just by squashing cans and plastic bottles. 2008/08/13 00:00:00
Temporary closure of Tullos pool
Tullos Pool has been closed for three months due to ongoing problems with the flat roof and the continuing ingress of water into the pool. 2008/08/14 00:00:00
Your recycling queries answered
Many residents who use Aberdeen City Council's popular kerbside recycling service have expressed an interest in what happens to their materials after being uplifted. 2008/08/13 00:00:00
Britain in Bloom judges visit Aberdeen
National Britain in Bloom contest judges will be in Aberdeen this week. 2008/08/12 00:00:00
Craft materials matter in the 21st century
This week sees the final of a special series of talks at Aberdeen Art Gallery by internationally regarded guest speakers on the arts and craft movement in Scotland. 2008/08/12 00:00:00
Hungarian job fair for Aberdeen employers
Aberdeen employers facing recruitment problems are invited to attend a job fair in Budapest on 11 October. 2008/08/12 00:00:00
Work to be carried out at recycling centre
Minor site works will start on Thursday [14 August] at East Tullos recycling centre. 2008/08/12 00:00:00
In Bloom judges visit Dyce and Forrit Brae
An Aberdeen community which has entered the Beautiful Scotland in Bloom contest for the first time is to be judged on Wednesday. 2008/08/11 00:00:00
Take away your own Sushi dish at Glover House
As part of the its continuing Saturday events there will be a Sushi Mad workshop from 2pm until 4pm on Saturday, 16 August at Glover House, 78 Balgownie Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen. 2008/08/11 00:00:00
Launch of First Scottish Sausage Event
TOMORROW SEES THE LAUNCH OF THE FIRST annual Scottish Sausage Week. You may have been unaware of this momentous event. It had also passed under the radar of all the Scottish butchers I spoke to last week. There is something a bit Irish about Scottish Sausage Week. It has been invented by Richmond Sausages, a company wholly owned by the multinational Kerry Foods, whose headquarters is in Tralee over in the ould country.
101 Women get pregnant during a University of Aberdeen Study
It has been found that the 17 percent of women who took to natural way of conceiving gave birth while 14 percent of the women who took CC and 23 percent of women who tried IUI experienced pregnancy and gave birth during the study. In all, 101 women gave births during the study.
Obese Men have low sperm count - Dr Pacey, Unuversity of Aberdeen
Dr Pacey advises: "Men don't need to try to be skinny but just to aim to be within the normal BMI range for their height and weight."
Plans for joint services HQ ditched
Last-ditch talks between police and fire chiefs fail to overcome dispute
Aberdeens oil fortune makes it an attractive prospect for investors
The rising fortunes of the oil market have helped Aberdeen avoid the worst of the fallout from the property downturn at least for now. While recession looms, the price of oil remains at historic highs and oil services companies are expanding in the city known as the oil capital of Europe.
Exciting new exhibition at the Tolbooth Museum
Images of the Castlegate an exciting new exhibition, which reveals the heart of the city in times past will open on Tuesday, 12 August, until Sunday, 14 September, at the Tolbooth Museum, Castle Street, Aberdeen. 2008/08/08 00:00:00
Interim Chief Executive Appointed
Aberdeen City Council can confirm the appointment of an interim Chief Executive. 2008/08/07 00:00:00
Reminisce on bus tour of Aberdeen
Guided coach tours for senior citizens are on offer from each weekday at 2pm from Monday, 11th August to Friday 29th August. 2008/08/07 00:00:00
Rolling Stones' work may gather some moss
Green fingered rockers have created a terrace garden in Aberdeen by building a drystane dyke. 2008/08/07 00:00:00
Volunteers wanted to help top disabled bowlers
An appeal for volunteer markers has gone out for the forthcoming Scottish Championships for bowlers with a physical, sensory or learning disability being held at the Westburn Park, Aberdeen on Saturday, 13 September. 2008/08/07 00:00:00
Easy listening at local parks this weekend
The City Council's Bands in the Park programme continues this Sunday, 10 August at 2pm at both the Duthie Park and Hazlehead Park in Aberdeen. 2008/08/06 00:00:00
Temporary Torry traffic restrictions
Traffic restrictions will be introduced in Torry next week while carriageway resurfacing work is carried out. 2008/08/06 00:00:00
Waste Aware team adds dates to its summer tour
Aberdeen City Council's waste awareness team has added more dates to its programme of events this summer, when it will be promoting ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. 2008/08/06 00:00:00
Create your own comic book heroes
Learn about Manga, the Japanese art of illustration made famous by well-known series such as Astro Boy, Dragon Ball and Naruto at a workshop from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, 9 August at Glover House, 79 Balgownie Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen. 2008/08/04 00:00:00
Dyce traffic restrictions for resurfacing work
A temporary road closure has been put in place while road resurfacing work is carried out in Dyce. 2008/08/04 00:00:00
Cove Road closure for sewerage installation work
Cove Road is to be closed between the junctions with Charleston Drive to ensure public safety during sewerage installation work. 2008/08/01 00:00:00
Duthie Park bandstand to be restored
Work is to be undertaken to restore a deteriorating Granite City landmark. 2008/08/01 00:00:00
Eager swimmers get chance to book lessons
Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeenshire Council are joining forces to get young children swimming. 2008/08/01 00:00:00
Friends of Doonies to take over running of rare breeds farm
Aberdeen City Council has agreed to enter into a six month transitional services agreement with the Friends of Doonies (FoD) to allow the charity to take over the running of the city's popular rare breeds farm. 2008/08/01 00:00:00
Paths network will make the outdoors more than just a walk in the park
A network of paths throughout Aberdeen is being developed to enhance the quality of life for people in the city. 2008/08/01 00:00:00
Delays expected during city centre utility works
Work to lay power cables for the new retail development at Guild Street begins on Monday [August 4]. 2008/07/31 00:00:00
A tour of Dyce by foot and bus
The popular series of historical walks around Aberdeen organised by the city council's archaeological unit will continue with a walk with a difference because part of it will be by bus. 2008/07/31 00:00:00
Countryside rangers turn spotlight on night-time creatures
People are being invited to join Aberdeen City Council ranger service on Scotstown Moor to meet some of the creatures of the night. 2008/07/30 00:00:00
Culter in full bloom as Beautiful Scotland judges open community garden
Judges from Beautiful Scotland will open a community garden in Culter on Monday (4 August). 2008/07/31 00:00:00
Lord Provost to open annual festival
The Lord Provost will open the Gallowgate Festival at St Margaret's Episcopal Church on Saturday [2 August] at 10am. 2008/07/30 00:00:00
An exciting and dramatic 17th century trial will be re-enacted on Saturday, 2 August at the Tolbooth Museum, Aberdeen as part of the city's Tartan Day celebrations. 2008/07/31 00:00:00
As part of the its continuing programme of Japanese events there will be an Ikebana 'taster session' on Saturday, 2 August from 2pm until 4pm at Glover House, 78 Balgownie Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen. 2008/07/31 00:00:00
Art Gallery & Museums new opening hours introduced
Art Gallery and Museums revised opening hours will take effect from Monday, 4 August 2008. 2008/07/28 00:00:00
Beach Leisure Centre pool and flumes re-open
The swimming pool and flumes at the Beach Leisure Centre has re-opened, following the completion of repair work to a cracked pane of glass in the roof above the pool. 2008/07/28 00:00:00
Fish-tasting session to celebrate 25 years in business
Aberdeen Lord Provost Peter Stephen is visiting a local fishmonger to celebrate the firm's quarter of a century in business. 2008/07/28 00:00:00
Traffic restrictions back in place for bridge works
Work to replace expansion joints in the King George VI bridge resumes tonight [Monday, 28 July]. 2008/07/28 00:00:00
Shop owners are being invited to take part in this year's Tartan Day celebrations on Saturday, 2 August, by decorating their shops to reflect Scotland's culture and heritage. 2008/07/25 00:00:00
Tartan Day set to be traditional treat
Aberdeen will play host to a wide and diverse programme of events to celebrate the rich colourful culture, language and traditions of the North-east of Scotland on Tartan Day, Saturday, 2 August. 2008/07/25 00:00:00
Trial wood recycling service introduced
A new recycling service is to be introduced for a trial period in Aberdeen. 2008/07/28 00:00:00
Grampian Police and Aberdeen City Council have joined forces to cut crime in the city. 2008/07/24 00:00:00
Innovative arts project is a winning proposal
Arts Extreme, an innovative project proposed by Aberdeen City Council's arts education team in partnership with extreme sports centre Transition Extreme Ltd has been shortlisted for funding from the Scottish Arts Council's Inspire Fund. 2008/07/24 00:00:00
International street market returns to Aberdeen
Dozens of stallholders offering a wide range of goods from across Continental Europe will be returning to the Granite City tomorrow [Friday, 25 July], for the summer Aberdeen International Street Market. 2008/07/24 00:00:00
Late night closure of Upperkirkgate
Upperkirkgate will be closed from Broad Street to Flourmill Lane from 10pm until midnight on Sunday, 27 July while building work is carried out. 2008/07/24 00:00:00
New Glencraft business plan approved
The following joint statement details major progress in the effort to secure a sustainable future for Glencraft: 2008/07/24 00:00:00
New telephone number for citizens to ask for graffiti removal
Citizens can now call the corporate contact centre to request the removal of graffiti. 2008/07/24 00:00:00
Reduce, reuse and recycle is message as waste aware team hits the road
Aberdeen City Council's waste awareness team will be out and about this summer at a number of events promoting ways to reduce, reuse and recycle. 2008/07/24 00:00:00
A free illustrated talk on the 2006 excavation of the West Kirk of St Nicholas, Union Street, will be given on Tartan Day, Saturday, 2 August, by Aberdeen City Council's assistant archaeologist, Alison Cameron who was the director of the dig. 2008/07/24 00:00:00
We do like to be beside the seaside with beach officer
Children and adults hoping for some fun at Aberdeen beach this summer can look forward to a range of seaside themed events thanks to a new dedicated beach officer. 2008/07/24 00:00:00
Beach Leisure Centre pool closure update
The Beach Leisure Centre pool and flumes will remain closed while work to repair a cracked glass pane in the roof is carried out. 2008/07/23 00:00:00
City libraries launch new online reservation service
A new service has been launched which will enable users of Aberdeen City Council's library service to make reservations for items online using the library catalogue. 2008/07/23 00:00:00
The Hardgate has now been re-opened. Aberdeen City Council staff have filled the hole which opened up in the road. 2008/07/23 00:00:00
Temporary one way system on Spring Garden
A one way system is to be introduced on Spring Garden to ensure public safety during footway works at the junction of George Street and Spring Garden. 2008/07/23 00:00:00
Delays in emptying recycling banks
A technical fault with a specialised vehicle has caused delays in emptying the large coloured recycling banks at some city sites. 2008/07/22 00:00:00
Gomel children visit the Town House
Children from Aberdeen's twin town of Gomel in Belarus will visit the Town House at 10.30am on Wednesday, 23 July. 2008/07/22 00:00:00
As part of the its continuing programme of Japanese events there will be an Origami workshop on Saturday, 26 July from 2pm until 4pm at Glover House, 78 Balgownie Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen. 2008/07/22 00:00:00
Portland Street to be partially closed
Portland Street is to be partially closed from Monday [28 July] while footway construction and drainage work is carried out. 2008/07/22 00:00:00
Public consultation to be carried out on draft Sports and Physical Activity Strategy
Aberdeen City Council is seeking the views of the public and other interested parties on Fit for the Future - a draft strategy that outlines the council's main aims in relation to sport and physical activity. 2008/07/22 00:00:00
School holiday Euro-activity packs give away
Europe Direct Aberdeen is offering a free school holiday activity pack and a chance to win an EU goody bag. 2008/07/22 00:00:00
Traffic restrictions for electrical supply work
Traffic restrictions have been put in place on an Aberdeen street while electrical supply installation work is carried out. 2008/07/22 00:00:00
City looking blooming marvellous as judging kicks off
Judges for the Communities in Bloom International Challenge will be in Aberdeen this week to assess various classes in the contest. 2008/07/21 00:00:00
Aberdeen Lord and Lady Provost to release birds into the wild
Aberdeen's Lord and Lady Provost Peter and Sandra Stephen will release six birds of prey into the wild on the outskirts of the city on Monday [21 July]. 2008/07/18 00:00:00
Bowling competitions to go ahead despite fire
Following a fire on Wednesday, 16 July which badly damaged the main reception area of the Westburn Lounge, the City Council can confirm that the forthcoming City of Aberdeen Bowling Tournament and World Bowls Singles Champion of Champions will still go ahead at Westburn Park. 2008/07/18 00:00:00
Deadline looms for entries in Aberdeen garden contest
Keen gardeners still have time to enter the Aberdeen in Bloom Garden Competition 2008. 2008/07/18 00:00:00
International Byron Society visits home of poet
The Lord Provost of Aberdeen, Peter Stephen will welcome members of the International Byron Society when they visit Aberdeen to see for themselves the city, which held such fond memories for Lord Byron. 2008/07/18 00:00:00
Learn how to create Japanese prints at Glover House
As part of the its continuing programme of Japanese events there will be a Shin Hanga print workshop on Saturday, 19 July from 2pm until 4pm at Glover House, 78 Balgownie Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen. 2008/07/18 00:00:00
Meet council staff and have fun at tenants' open day
Aberdeen City Council is encouraging council tenants to come along to an open day on Saturday, 26 July, at the Music Hall. 2008/07/18 00:00:00
Trade mission helping local firms tap into lucrative Canadian oil sands business
Business opportunities in the multi-billion dollar Canadian oil sands market will be the target of a trade mission this autumn from 20-25 September - and Aberdeen City Council is now accepting offers to participate. 2008/07/18 00:00:00
Aberdeen City Council statement on the Best Value Audit Improvement Plan
Aberdeen City Council has moved to clarify the overall budget savings figure which has been reported widely in the media. 2008/07/18 00:00:00
Traders warned over underage tobacco sales
Retailers in Aberdeen have been warned not to sell tobacco products to under-18s. 2008/07/17 00:00:00
Aberdeen lays claim to Whale-Watching Capital of Europe title
Aberdeen is shaping up as the best city in Europe to spot whales, dolphins and porpoises. 2008/07/15 00:00:00
Local charities benefit from Lord Provost's Charitable Trust
Peter Stephen, Lord Provost of Aberdeen presented cheques for GBP 18,500 to both the Marie Curie Cancer Care and UCAN charities thanks to money raised at the glittering Lord Provost's Charitable Trust's Diamond Ball. 2008/07/16 00:00:00
VSA Young Carers continue sports project thanks to donation from Marks & Spencer
The VSA Young Carers' Project is delighted to have received a donation of GBP 3,000 from the staff at Marks & Spencer in Aberdeen towards specialist coaching and transport costs for its Friday Night Project, a fortnightly multi-activity sports group, run in partnership with Active Schools Aberdeen. 2008/07/15 00:00:00
ABERDEEN manager Jimmy Calderwood paid tribute to Manchester United veterans Paul Scholes and Ryan Giggs after the Champions League holders cruised to a 2-0 win in their challenge match at Pittodrie.
Design campaign aims to put Aberdeen on international map
Councillors have given their backing to a major campaign to boost the quality of architectural design in the Granite City. 2008/07/11 00:00:00
Easy listening on Sunday afternoons
The City Council's Bands in the Park programme will get underway on Sunday, 13 July at 2pm at both the Duthie Park and Hazlehead Park in Aberdeen. 2008/07/11 00:00:00
Holiday home plan for derelict bothy approved
An application to convert a derelict salmon fishing station which dates from the early 1800s into a holiday home has been approved by Aberdeen City Council's planning committee. 2008/07/11 00:00:00
Kids can play hide & seek thanks to camouflage workshops
Working in partnership with the City Council's art development team the Gordon Highlanders Museum will hold a series of children's art workshops called Hide & Seek as part of the museum's Camouflage 08 project from Tuesday, 15 July to Friday, 18 July. 2008/07/11 00:00:00
Phoebe Anna Traquair, the first important professional woman artist of modern Scotland will be the feature of a lunchtime talk by Kate Gillespie, assistant keeper (applied arts) Aberdeen Art Gallery at the museum on Thursday, 17 July. 2008/07/11 00:00:00
Make a Daruma doll and make a wish
As part of the its continuing Saturday events there will be a Daruma doll workshop tomorrow, Saturday, 12 July from 2pm until 4pm at Glover House, 78 Balgownie Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen. 2008/07/11 00:00:00
Public consultation to be carried out on future Foresterhill development
Aberdeen City Council's planning committee has approved a draft development framework for the Foresterhill Hospital site for public consultation. 2008/07/11 00:00:00
Senior city councillor issues statement on council workforce
Deputy city council leader Councillor Kevin Stewart has issued a statement following media reports this week concerning potential job reductions at Aberdeen City Council. 2008/07/09 00:00:00
Draft masterplanning process could raise development standards
A new draft masterplanning process for Aberdeen which could speed up the planning process and improve the type and standards of developments in the city is to be put out for public consultation. 2008/07/10 00:00:00
Ghostbusters called to Tolbooth Museum
Visitors are being offered the chance if they are brave enough to learn about the dark and frightening side of the Tolbooth Museum at 2pm on Sunday, 13 July. 2008/07/10 00:00:00
Grampian Fire & Rescue Service launches photographic competition
Grampian Fire and Rescue Service, in association with Grampian Police, Aberdeen City Council and the Bon Accord Camera Club invites all amateur photographers to take part in a nature photography competition. 2008/07/10 00:00:00
New facilities planned for Fisheries Research Service
An application to build new facilities for the Fisheries Research Service (FRS) in Aberdeen has been approved by Aberdeen City Council's planning committee. 2008/07/10 00:00:00
Overnight bridge closures for repair work
The King George VI Bridge is to be partially closed overnight from Tuesday, 15 July, to allow maintenance work to be carried out. 2008/07/10 00:00:00
Planning committee approves flats development
A proposed development of 140 flats at Froghall Terrace has been approved by Aberdeen City Council's planning committee. 2008/07/10 00:00:00
Public consultation to be undertaken on Rowett plans
Aberdeen City Council's planning committee has given approval for a public consultation exercise into the Rowett Research Institute's plans to redevelop its main campus and develop a new bio life science and research park. 2008/07/10 00:00:00
City golf tournament called off
Aberdeen City Council's annual Quaich golf competition will not go ahead this year. 2008/07/11 00:00:00
A planning application to convert an Aberdeen church into flats has been refused by the city council's planning committee. 2008/07/11 00:00:00
Aberdeen's gruesome history on display
A programme packed full of exciting re-enactments, events, tours, exhibitions and interesting talks promise to make the new season at the Tolbooth Museum, Castlegate, Aberdeen, the best yet. 2008/07/07 00:00:00
Lunchtime talk at Aberdeen Art Gallery
The story of James Cromar Watt's life, the development of his interest in enamelling arts and crafts jewellery and the jewellery he made will be the feature of a lunchtime talk by Christine Rew, manager of Aberdeen Art & Museum at the gallery on Thursday, 10 July. 2008/07/07 00:00:00
Planet Plant brings green fingered fun to Duthie Park
Environmental mucky fun is on the cards for children at Duthie Park this summer. 2008/07/07 00:00:00
Man sentenced to 30 days for cutting hair
A 36-year-old Aberdeen man has been sentenced to 30 days
Piper Alpha anniversary honoured
The 20th anniversary of the Piper Alpha disaster has been marked with memorial ceremonies both onshore and offshore.
Derek Young has urged frustrated Aberdeen fans to be patient as manager Jimmy Calderwood attempts to rebuild his squad for the new season.
Active Schools teams up with Asda to give kids a sporting chance
Aberdeen children are being given the opportunity to try out a range of sports and activities for free during the summer holidays. 2008/07/04 00:00:00
Emergency road closure for felling of dangerous trees
Pitfodels Station Road is to be closed while dead and dangerous trees are felled. 2008/07/04 00:00:00
Road closures and diversions put in place for demolition work
In the interests of public safety, Berryden Road is to be closed to all northbound traffic, except buses, while the former Printagraph factory in Aberdeen is demolished. 2008/07/04 00:00:00
Planners recommend approval of kirk conversion
An application to convert an Aberdeen church into flats has been recommended for approval by city council planning officials. 2008/07/03 00:00:00
Planners recommend West End dental surgery proposal
An application to transform a West End guesthouse into a dental surgery has been recommended for approval by Aberdeen City Council planning officials. 2008/07/03 00:00:00
Japanese festival at Glover House this weekend
To celebrate Tanabata, a traditional Japanese summer festival where individuals make a wish, Glover House, the home of the Scottish Samurai will host its very own Japanese celebration on Saturday, 5 July and Sunday, 6 July. 2008/07/02 00:00:00
Oral history project launched to celebrate anniversary of Duthie Park
An oral history project has been launched by Aberdeen City Council as one of the many events being organised to commemorate the 125th anniversary of the Duthie Park on Sunday, 14 September, 2008. 2008/07/02 00:00:00
Painting workshop to dazzle you
Adults are invited to create a striking and dynamic painting inspired by camouflage ships, planes, military vehicles and uniforms at free workshops organised by the City Council's arts development team in partnership with The Gordon Highlanders Museum. 2008/07/02 00:00:00
A land of make-believe was created outside Aberdeen high rise flats by children who were given the chance to build the view they would like to see from their windows. 2008/07/01 00:00:00
Clean up work planned for East Tullos Burn
Moves are afoot to clean up Aberdeen's seriously polluted East Tullos Burn. 2008/07/01 00:00:00
Council chooses preferred option for Haudagain roundabout improvements
Aberdeen City Council has decided on its preferred option for cutting traffic congestion at the Haudagain roundabout. 2008/07/01 00:00:00
Published author visits prize-winning writers' group
Author Mark Thomson, the Bard Fae the Building Site, will be visiting Aberdeen's Portal Community Centre tomorrow, Wednesday 2 July. 2008/07/01 00:00:00
Unveiling of portrait launches Duthie Park Anniversary celebrations
Lord Provost, Peter Stephen, will be unveiling a newly restored portrait of Miss Elizabeth Crombie Duthie on Thursday [3 July]. 2008/07/01 00:00:00
Aberdeenshire Council
Calling all creative young writers
Meldrum Writers' Group and Aberdeenshire Education have joined forces to launch Write Away!, a short story competition to promote creative writing and reward talented young writers.
Aberdeenshire Council launches education consultation
Aberdeenshire Council has launched a consultation into its curriculum framework for 3 to 18 year olds. The framework outlines educational plans for the future and key stakeholders are invited to take part and inform policy throughout 2009 and beyond.
Flying the flag for Aberdeenshire athletes
Athletes and dignitaries from Aberdeen City and Shire gathered at the Beach Ballroom on Sunday, August 24, to mark the Olympic flag passing from Beijing to London.
Fraserburgh pupils to talk leadership with the First Minister
Pupils from an Aberdeenshire secondary school will have an audience with the First Minister next week - to talk about leadership.
Good farming practice recognised at awards ceremony
The 2008 Good Farming Practice Awards took place on Thursday, August 21, with farmers Andrew and Keith Norrie, from Slackadale, near Turriff, taking the top prize.
Over 3,000 youths head to great Escape '08 in Aberdeenshire
Youth Escape '08, a free event organised by Aberdeenshire's Youth Forum and the Young Scot Dialogue Youth initiative, is expected to attract over 3,000 young people to Thainstone, Inverurie, on Saturday, August 30.
Probationers gather to banish first day nerves
Aberdeenshire Council welcomed 161 new teachers at Meldrum Academy today (Friday, August 15) for induction training.
Local band Sonic Stride can't wait for Youth Escape '08
Aberdeenshire Council is once again hosting a youth event to display the talents of young people and entertain the community of Aberdeenshire at the end of the month.
More school pupils to benefit from free school meals in Aberdeenshire
A new initiative has been launched by Aberdeenshire Council that will see more school children benefiting from free school meals.
Resurfacing works to close roads in Inverurie
A programme of resurfacing works is to cause the closure of two main routes through Inverurie over the coming weeks.
Business leaders back Trump's plans
Business leaders joined together as they urged the Scottish Government to give the go-ahead to US billionaire Donald Trump's plans for a golf resort.
Pupils get a glimpse of life on the ward
SECONDARY school pupils from across the north-east have taken part in a new scheme to help nurture a future generation of nursing talent.
Key project in Banff Townscape Heritage Initiative begins
A keystone project in the Banff Townscape Heritage Initiative (BTHI) to transform one of the town's historic buildings has started.
Riders urged to get their entries in for the Great Inverurie Bike Ride
Cyclists intending to take part in this year's Great Inverurie Bike Ride are urged to get their entries in as soon as possible.
Waste Aware team pick up second award
Hot on the heels of the 'Best Trade Stand' trophy at the Echt Show, Aberdeenshire Council's Waste Aware bus, and accompanying display, has won second prize for a trade stand at the 2008 Turriff Show on August 3-4.
Refurbishment work to begin on A92 Bervie Jubilee Bridge
Aberdeenshire Council will begin the second phase of major refurbishment work on Inverbervie's Jubilee Bridge next week. (Monday, August 11)
Summer days to be spent horsing around in Aberdeenshire
Young people in Aberdeenshire can delay the agony of going back to school by taking part in events organised by Aberdeenshire Council next week.
Aberdeenshire's pupils rise again above national average
Secondary pupils in Aberdeenshire are continuing to achieve results above the national average in most areas, today's Scottish Qualifications Authority exam results show (Tues, Aug 5).
Industry accreditation and commendations for Aberdeenshire's museums
Aberdeenshire Heritage has been awarded accreditation for its headquarters and 11 museums, as well as two commendations, by the Museums, Libraries and Archives Council (MLA).
Help Aberdeenshire Council and win a cycle voucher
Aberdeenshire Council is encouraging members of the community to get on their bikes and is giving away a cycle voucher worth £200 as part of consultation into its Walking and Cycling Strategy.
Multi-million pound upgrade for Aberdeen-Ellon route moves closer
The multi million pound scheme to dual a key section of the A90 in the north east is taking a major step forward this week.
Tarlair Swimming Pool Complex - The Next Stage
The first stage of work at Tarlair swimming pool complex is now complete following a successful consultation period, and a number of options are now available.
Great Inverurie Bike Ride preparing to push off
Aberdeenshire Council is pleased to announce arrangements for the 22nd Great Inverurie Bike Ride.
MARKETING whiz Cammie McWilliam swapped chilly Aberdeenshire for sunny Dubai - and he's in no hurry to come home. The 27-year-old landed a plum job with tax-free wages and it's given him a taste for travel...even if he misses Scottish football.
Aberdeenshire Community Asset Fund launched
A new source of funding for rural partnerships and community organisations to help create a sustainable future for rural communities has been launched.
Council gives response to Scottish Government on Permitted Development rights
Aberdeenshire Council has set out its views to the Scottish Government on plans to make domestic renewable energy equipment easier to install.
Climate change partnership chooses chairman at inaugural meeting
Councillor Martin Ford was chosen as chairman of the North East Scotland Climate Change Partnership at its first meeting this week.
Aberdeen City and Shire citizens are being urged to give their views on how the region should grow over the next two decades.
Tayside Police is placing a renewed focus on tackling crimes of hare coursing from Monday, September 1, 2008. Operation Lepus has been re-launched as conditions become ...
Police in Montrose Warning Over Fake ID Cards
The man in charge of policing in Montrose has expressed his concern over an increasing trend where young people are trying to purchase alcohol using
Mobile Phone Enforcement - More Than 30 Drivers Detected
A total of 33 drivers in the Tayside area were spotted driving whilst using their mobile phones by police in a 24-hour enforcement period. Tayside Police ...
Tayside Police together with all Scottish Forces, is taking part in a day of action against mobile phone offenders today (Wednesday 27 August 2008). The initiative ...
Closure Order Gives Dallfield Court Residents Respite
Tayside Police has been successful in gaining a closure order for a council owned flat in Dallfield Court in the Hilltown area of Dundee. The ...
Tayside Police officers arrested a total of thirteen drivers during the weekend for driving while under the influence of drink or drugs at the weekend. The ...
Perth and Kinross Neighbourhood Watch Seminar
Tayside Police's Crime Reduction Unit in Western Division (Perth and Kinross) is hosting their annual Neighbourhood Watch Co-ordinators' Seminar at the A K Bell Theatre
During the next three weeks, pupils from schools across Dundee are learning how to be a Safetaysider through a series of special scenarios set up ...
T in the Park Stabbing - Man Arrested and Charged
Tayside Police can confirm that a 24-year-old Glasgow man has been arrested and charged in connection with the stabbing incident at T in the Park music festival. He is expected to appear at Perth Sheriff Court on Monday.
Tayside Constable in Running for Community Police Officer of the Year Award
A Tayside Police officer has been short listed for the Community Police Officer of the Year Award run by Jane's Police Review magazine. The awards recognise
Tayside Police can confirm that a seaman who went missing from his vessel, which is berthed in Dundee, has been reported as safe and well
'Inn Keeper' Helps Tayside Police Tackle Drink-related Violence
Tayside Police is using an innovative computer system to help tackle the problem of alcohol-fuelled violence as new Scottish licensing laws come into force.Tayside is ...
Text Messaging Service for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Tayside Police have introduced a mobile phone text messaging service to help people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired to contact the ...
Police in Dundee are appealing for city centre shoppers to be on their guard
Tayside Police Road Safety Officers are encouraging drivers to come along to the latest series of child car seat clinics, designed to ensure that the ...
Tayside Police is keen to remind motorists that a section of the Kingsway will be closed for several hours tonight whilst contractors complete the final ...
Police Warning over Tombstoning at Arbroath Harbour
Tayside Police are becoming increasingly concerned for the safety of young people who are taking part in the so called act of 'tombstoning' at Arbroath
Tayside Police is pleased to announce the promotion of Constable Kenny Devlin to the rank of Sergeant. Sergeant Devlin, a former pupil of Hawkhill Primary and
Alarms Fitted to Lifesaving Equipment
Measures to help prevent vandalism of vital lifesaving equipment on Perth's Tay Street have been welcomed today (1 August 2008) by Perth & Kinross Council. Special ...
At around 1am on Thursday 31 July 2008 patrolling officers came across a fire within Spice Restaurant in Erskine Lane, Broughty Ferry. The officers alerted Tayside
Joint Operation Nets Drug Dealers
Stanley Wilkinson (43) and Simon Dawber (37) were today sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court for their involvement in a joint Tayside Police, Lancashire Constabulary and
Tayside Police can confirm that 28-year-old George Brady, who was reported as missing from Bridgefoot House in the Strathmartine area, has been traced safe and well in Angus this
Summer Safety Campaign - Week 2 Results
During the second week of the summer road safety campaign a further 20 drivers - 17 men and three women - were arrested for drink driving offences
Drugs with an estimated street value of GBP40,000 have been recovered by Tayside Police Drugs officers as part of Operation Waterloo, aimed at taking action ...
Tayside Police is pleased to announce the promotion of Constable Julie Robertson to the rank of Sergeant. Sergeant Robertson, a former pupil of Torbain Primary and
Tayside Police can confirm that 39-year-old Dennis Smyth, an absconder from HMP Castle Huntly, was traced by Strathclyde Police in the Cumbernauld area yesterday. Smyth
T in the Park - Death in the Camp Site
A 32-year-old man has died within his tent at the camp site at T in the Park.The man was found by his friends at around
T in the Park - Statement from Event Organisers
Colin Rodger, Event Manager said:''We are upset that this incident took place last night, but we are extremely pleased to hear that the assaulted man is
Tayside Police is pleased to announce the promotion of Constable Andy Winter to the rank of Sergeant. Born and raised in Kirriemuir, Andy attended Southmuir Primary ...
Tayside Police is pleased to announce the promotion of Constable Marc Lorente to the rank of Sergeant. Born in Dundee, Marc attended Douglas and West March
Tayside Police is pleased to confirm the promotion of Sergeant Conrad Trickett to the rank of Inspector. Conrad was born in Chester and attended Christieson High
Tayside Police continue to receive a significant number of letters and e-mails from members of the public from all over the world concerning
Summer Drink/Drugs Driving Campaign
Tayside Police will once again be looking for strong public support in providing information about drink and drug drivers when a two-week summer safety campaign ...
T in the Park Traffic and Travel
With heavy rain falling across the area, Tayside Police are advising the 6000 campers travelling to T in the Park today (Thursday) to allow
Body Found at Ballintuim, Blairgowrie
The body of a man - understood to be in his 30s - was discovered in a tent at Ballintuim Caravan Park, Ballintuim, Blairgowrie, Perthshire, at about ...
Tayside Police officers are carrying out enquiries after the body of a man - believed to be in his mid 30s - was discovered in a ...
Operation Waterloo - Tackling the Drugs Scourge
Tayside Police officers in Dundee yesterday (Thursday, July 3) carried out a series of searches at addresses primarily in the Hilltown and Stobswell area of ...
T in the Park 2008 Travel Advice
T in the Park bosses are asking music fans to take extra care with their travel plans to the festival this year, with the launch ...
Two Men Arrested after Perth High Street Disturbance
Tayside Police can confirm that two Perth men - one aged 35 the other 40-years-old - were arrested following a disturbance in a common close in
Body Recovered from South Esk, Brechin - Man Identified
The body of a man recovered from the River South Esk in Brechin, Angus, shortly after 9.30am yesterday (Tuesday, July 1) has been formally identified. He
Douglas Fatal Motorcycle Collision
The mother of a 17-year-old Dundee youth who died after the motorbike he was riding collided with a stationary car in Douglas on Monday night
Evacuation Following Fire in Kirriemuir
Emergency services in Tayside were called to a fire at a commercial garage in Kirriemuir, Angus, shortly after 1pm today, which has led to the ...
Tayside Police is today pleased to announce the appointment of Kevin Mathieson (48) as the new Chief Constable of the Force. From Monday, Mr Mathieson will ...