'Community News'
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
Bug designs come to life as new entrance to park is opened
Children from Victoria Road Primary are set to attend a ceremony to mark the opening of the new playpark entranceway which they helped to design. 2008/06/30 00:00:00
Cults Academy construction milestone marked by Scandinavian-style topping out
A special Danish 'topping out' ceremony has been held to mark a major milestone in the construction of the new Cults Academy. 2008/06/30 00:00:00
Energising Aberdeen reader wins tickets to see The Wedding Singer
The winner of the competition in the Energising Aberdeen supplement, published in The Evening Express last Tuesday (24 June) is Ian Buchan, of Cornhill Drive, Aberdeen. 2008/06/30 00:00:00
Exercise your mind on Bucksburn guided walk
An opportunity to explore the history, archaeology and natural history of Bucksburn is being offered by Aberdeen City Council on Saturday, 5 July. 2008/06/30 00:00:00
Former freedom fighter brings Mandela's message to Aberdeen
A VIP guest was welcomed to Aberdeen today after making a special journey from Nelson Mandela's 90th birthday celebrations in London. 2008/06/30 00:00:00
Traffic restrictions put in place for footway work
Temporary traffic restrictions will be put in place in the George Street area later this month while footway renovation work is carried out. 2008/06/30 00:00:00
Work on new parking zone commences
Work to implement Aberdeen's newest controlled parking zone, which is due to go live on 1 October, has begun. 2008/06/30 00:00:00
Terrence Higgins Trust Says 'Get It On' At Rainbowfest, UK
HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) will be distributing 2000 condom packs to revellers at this year's Rainbowfest in Aberdeen. THT will be at The Main Event on Saturday 5th July from 12 noon - 7pm at Queens Links, Beach Boulevard, Aberdeen
Young chefs get a taste of success
BUDDING chefs from an Aberdeen primary school rose to a national challenge and competed among the best young talent in the UK
Mozart's classic opera The Marriage of Figaro will be beamed live from Covent Garden's Royal Opera House to a big screen in Duthie Park, Aberdeen as part of the BP Summer Big Screens Programme 2008 on Wednesday, 16 July at 7pm. 2008/06/27 00:00:00
Aberdeen's Veterans Day spectacular
The City of Aberdeen will celebrate Veterans Day in dramatic style tomorrow [Saturday, June 28] with a parade of pipe bands, veterans, cadets and military vehicles. 2008/06/27 00:00:00
Be on guard for City's third Doric fencing competition
The Beach Leisure Centre Doric Fencing Open will take place on Saturday, 5 July and Sunday, 6 July, 2008 in Aberdeen. 2008/06/27 00:00:00
Ceremony marks opening of upgraded park
A refurbished park will be officially opened next week to give people in inner-city Aberdeen easy access to green space. 2008/06/27 00:00:00
Exemplary fine for filthy restaurant welcomed by environmental health staff
Environmental Health officers have welcomed the imposition of what is believed to be the biggest fine ever imposed on an Aberdeen restaurant for a string of hygiene breaches. 2008/06/27 00:00:00
George Street parking restrictions
Parking is available on the west side of George Street, during the ongoing street works there, at all times except from 6pm to 6.30am Sunday to Thursday. 2008/06/27 00:00:00
Six catering workers seized in raid
A raid by immigration officials found that six workers at an Aberdeen restaurant were illegal immigrants.
University commits GBP 5 million to 50-metre pool
Plans for a 50-metre pool in Aberdeen have received a boost after the University of Aberdeen committed GBP 5 million to the project. 2008/06/27 00:00:00
Aberdeen's adult learners' achievements recognised
The efforts of Aberdeen's community-based adult learners are to be recognised and celebrated at a special event on Monday night. 2008/06/26 00:00:00
Award winning work inspires link with Sierra Leone youngsters
Learning about rights and responsibilities led to Aberdeen primary school children forging links with and supporting youngsters in poverty-stricken Sierra Leone. 2008/06/26 00:00:00
City Council's website offers GRANTnet search facility
GRANTnet, an easy to use database which will help people find information on funders to finance community and business projects has been launched on the council's website today, Thursday, 26 June. 2008/06/26 00:00:00
Councillors ratify new Aberdeen Local Plan
City councillors today adopted the new Aberdeen Local Plan. The decision, which was taken without opposition, marks the end of a lengthy process to replace the previous Aberdeen City District-Wide Local Plan, which dates from 1991.
Textile recycling on the increase in Aberdeen
The amount of clothing, shoes and other textiles collected for reuse and recycling via the network of charitable textile recycling points in Aberdeen has risen by nearly 12% over the past year. 2008/06/26 00:00:00
Top award for unique service to redress harm caused by offenders
An Aberdeen scheme which allows offenders to make amends for their crimes has won a top award. 2008/06/26 00:00:00
Aberdeen City and Shire citizens are being urged to give their views on how the region should grow over the next two decades. 2008/06/26 00:00:00
Councillors ratify new Aberdeen Local Plan
City councillors today adopted the new Aberdeen Local Plan. 2008/06/25 00:00:00
Improvement works at Perwinnes Moss
Limited facilities are to be provided at the Perwinnes Moss household waste disposal site from Monday, 30 June, while work to make space for new recycling facilities takes place. 2008/06/25 00:00:00
School cook wins national award
A cook with almost 30 years service with Aberdeen City Council in school catering has won the UK-wide California Raisin Healthiest Schools Canteen Competition. 2008/06/25 00:00:00
Top business award for Aberdeen firm
The Lord-Lieutenant of Aberdeen City, Peter Stephen, will present the UK's most prestigious business award to a Granite City company which was founded just 11 years ago. 2008/06/25 00:00:00
Traffic restrictions in place for gas works
Temporary road closures and traffic restrictions are to be introduced in Aberdeen next month while gas mains installation work is carried out. 2008/06/26 00:00:00
Make a lunch date to hear about the work of Mackintosh
This week sees the start of a special series of talks by internationally regarded guest speakers on the Arts and Crafts movement in Scotland at Aberdeen Art Gallery, Schoolhill. 2008/06/24 00:00:00
New cd-rom reveals Trans-Atlantic slave trade to the young
'Here Meets There and Now Meets Then' a cd-rom created to honour the national commemoration of the bi-centenary of the abolition of the Trans-Atlantic slave trade was launched by the Lord Provost of Aberdeen, on Tuesday, 24 June, at Aberdeen Art Gallery. 2008/06/24 00:00:00
Aberdeen Football Club earn £265,000
Aberdeen received just £265,000 for TV and sponsorship.
Children's University students graduate
Students from Aberdeen's Children's University donned robes and mortarboards for their very own graduation ceremony on Monday, 23 June, at the Beach Ballroom. 2008/06/23 00:00:00
RGU Appoints Chair in Community Pharmacy Practice
The School of Pharmacy and Life Sciences at The Robert Gordon University (RGU) in Aberdeen has appointed Alison Strath as the Chair of Community Pharmacy Practice. The post will initially be part-time as Alison will continue with her secondment to the Scottish Government Health Department until May 2009.
AAPA Productions showcases the talent of its young members in this well loved story of Dorothy and her adventures Over The Rainbow.
Have your say over race equality in the north-east
An event aimed at promoting race equality within Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire is being held on Saturday, June 21, in Peterhead. 2008/06/20 00:00:00
Pupils see stars on their shirts
The winners of the logo section of the Junior Enterprise Game will see their winning logo design printed on to T-shirts. 2008/06/20 00:00:00
Roads to close for resurfacing works
Two Aberdeen roads are to be closed from next Saturday while resurfacing work is carried out. 2008/06/20 00:00:00
Divide and conquer: North-east schools to take part in maths competition
Over 20 schools from throughout the north-east are due take part in this year's Enterprising Mathematics competition. 2008/06/19 00:00:00
Maintenance work forces late opening of Peterculter Sports Centre
Peterculter Sports Centre will not open until noon on Tuesday 24 June to allow essential maintenance work to be carried out. 2008/06/19 00:00:00
School children make right road safety choices
Scores of primary school children will gather at St Machar Academy next week for a conference on road safety. 2008/06/19 00:00:00
City centre roads to close for emergency work
Temporary traffic restrictions will be in place in the city centre this weekend while emergency utility works are carried out. 2008/06/18 00:00:00
Colombian oil delegates to learn about Scottish environmental work
Work undertaken in Scotland to minimise greenhouse gas emissions could help South American oil workers to tackle the issue in their home country. 2008/06/18 00:00:00
Peter Stephen, the Lord Provost of Aberdeen, will meet Neil Skene, of Grampian Society for the Blind, his dog Cracken and pupils from Westerton Primary School at the Town House at 11am on Thursday, 19 June, to promote 'Shades Day'; an initiative organised by the Guide Dogs for the Blind Association. 2008/06/18 00:00:00
Riverside Drive will be partially closed for up to three days from Saturday, June 21, while repair work is carried out on the Wellington Suspension Bridge. 2008/06/18 00:00:00
Visitors from around the world enjoyed Aberdeen's Highland Games
Almost 10,000 visitors from around the world enjoyed Aberdeen's Highland Games at the weekend making it the most popular to date. 2008/06/18 00:00:00
Aberdeen City Council backs rapid progress towards improvement
Aberdeen City Council moved swiftly today to take urgent steps to implement the recommendations of a local authority watchdog body. 2008/06/16 00:00:00
Bag a free natural fibre bag this weekend
Aberdeen City Council's The Fantastic It's Not Plastic' road show is back with their popular bag exchange, handing out a new natural fibre bag in return for five old plastic bags. 2008/06/13 00:00:00
Citizens across Aberdeen are having their say by taking part in the 14th City Voice questionnaire. 2008/06/16 00:00:00
New city centre traffic signals to light up on Monday
Work to upgrade traffic signals at the Union Street and Crown Street junction will be completed on Monday, 16 June, when the new lights will be switched on. 2008/06/13 00:00:00
Hazlehead golf on course to become world-class venue
Companies are being invited to rejuvenate Hazlehead Golf Course as a world-class facility - with pay-and-play access for the public a top priority. 2008/06/12 00:00:00
15ft Silver caber to be 'tossed' at Hazlehead Park
Deen, Aberdeen City and Shire's friendly mascot will toss' a 15ft silver caber at 2.30pm on Thursday, 12 June at Hazlehead Park, to celebrate whisky makers Glenfiddoch's 25th year of supporting the Aberdeen's Highland Games. 2008/06/11 00:00:00
Art Gallery's major summer exhibition promises a visual feast of Scottish Arts and Crafts
Aberdeen Art Gallery's major summer exhibition, Hand Heart and Soul, celebrates Arts and Crafts practice across Scotland between 1880 and 1939. It goes on display to the public from Saturday, 14 June until Saturday, 23 August 2008. 2008/06/11 00:00:00
A report before Aberdeen City Council on June 10 highlighted one of the biggest changes to consumer law in the last 40 years. 2008/06/11 00:00:00
Aberdeen shoppers have another chance to trade in their old plastic bags, as a litter busting initiative returns to venues throughout the city this week. 2008/06/11 00:00:00
Pride as city youngsters' achievements efforts rewarded
The impressive achievements and efforts of many of Aberdeen's youngsters have been recognised at an awards ceremony organised by the city council. 2008/06/13 00:00:00
Special bus makes travelling to Aberdeen's Highland Games easy
The City Council's event team is pleased to announce that transport firm First will provide a one-day only bus service to enable people to get to and from Aberdeen's Highland Games at Hazlehead Park this Sunday. 2008/06/13 00:00:00
Harlaw pupils revving up to pole position
10/06/08 Aberdeen schoolboys have reached the finals of a prestigious national car racing maths competition. 2008/06/10 00:00:00
Heir of Stornoway: Trump's flying visit to the family home
It may be the world's most famous comb-over but it wasn't built for the stiff Hebridean wind that bowled down the runway at Stornoway airport yesterday. As Donald Trump stepped off the steps of his personalised Boeing 727 on to the tarmac of Stornoway airport, a playful gust undid his artfully contrived hairdo,
Olympic flame fires kids' imaginations
A special Olympic event will be taking place at an Aberdeen primary school this week. 2008/06/10 00:00:00
Road to close for emergency repairs
Scottish Water is to close the C128C Kingswells to Cults road tomorrow morning, Wednesday, 11 June to carry out emergency repairs. 2008/06/10 00:00:00
Trump Defends Gold Course Plans in Scotland
Donald Trump argued his case Tuesday for the construction of a US$2 billion (1 billion-pound ; euro1.3 billion) golf resort on a stretch of coast in northeast Scotland after months of acrimony between the billionaire developer and local residents.
Art Gallery & Museums opening times set to change
An innovative solution to budget cuts by the city's Art Gallery & Museums will see a reduction of opening hours but will still enable visitors to visit a museum in Aberdeen on any day of the week. 2008/06/10 00:00:00
Councillors on course to ratify new Aberdeen Local Plan
Aberdeen is set to adopt its new Local Plan later this month. 2008/06/10 00:00:00
International oil boom fires Aberdeen-based Viking Moorings sale
AN Aberdeen rig-services group is to cash in on the international oil boom by putting itself up for sale in an auction that could value it at £200m.
Marketing for Non-Marketing People
The purpose of marketing is to generate profit for your business by understanding and meeting the wants and needs of potential buyers.
Oil price boom sparks new North Sea gold rush
With oil prices skyrocketing, companies have decided it is worthwhile investing in technology, reports Russell Hotten
Private sector to take the lead in putting Aberdeen back on track
TOM SMITH, the newly appointed chairman of the Aberdeen City and Shire Economic Forum (Acsef), has promised to use the city's recent spate of bad headlines as a "catalyst for step-change" as the private sector consolidated its unique leadership role in the region's economic strategy.
Public consultations on land for more homes for Aberdeen
Aberdeen City Council is launching public consultations on the potential release of land to provide more family and affordable homes in the city. 2008/06/10 00:00:00
Trump-hired expert objected to golf course
THE AMERICAN billionaire property developer, Donald Trump, has ridden roughshod over a warning from his own scientific adviser that his controversial plans for a golf complex in Aberdeenshire could ruin the environment.
Council recognises achievements of city's young people at awards evening
The outstanding achievements of Aberdeen's young people are to be honoured by the city council at a special awards ceremony next week. 2008/06/06 00:00:00
Grant cash totalling GBP 250,000 on offer for repairs to historic buildings
Local charity Aberdeen City Heritage Trust is offering to support projects to repair historic buildings with discretionary grants totalling GBP 250,000 this year. 2008/06/06 00:00:00
Head to Hazlehead for Aberdeen's Highland Games
The ever popular and traditional Highland Games will return to one of Aberdeen's most beautiful venues, Hazlehead Park from 10am until 6pm on Sunday, 15 June, 2008. 2008/06/06 00:00:00
An appeal has gone out to veterans to take part in the forthcoming Veterans Day parade organised by Aberdeen City Council on Saturday, 28 June, 2008. 2008/06/06 00:00:00
Aberdeen city centre road closures
A stretch of city centre road will be closed next week to allow for essential maintenance. 2008/06/05 00:00:00
Bronze maps and markers on Kincorth Hill
An orienteering route across Kincorth Hill is being improved with a range of bronze markers designed by an Aberdeen community, as part of a wide-ranging project to raise the profile of the hill and reduce anti-social behaviour there. 2008/06/05 00:00:00
From rags to catwalk riches at Hazlehead fashion show
Aberdeen schoolgirls will take to the catwalk tomorrow to show off their stylish creations, made from recycled materials. 2008/06/05 00:00:00
Scotsman debate - Trump is it the economy versus the environment
HAS THE TRUMP APPLICATION SHOWN THAT SCOTLAND PUTS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AHEAD OF THE ENVIRONMENT? Andrew Jones (AJ): Let me suggest that that is the wrong question. I think we in the media tend to polarise these issues too much.
Aberdeen Wanderers Youth End of Season
S1 to U-18 celebrate the end of season with a BBQ on Saturday 7th June 2008 at the Harlaw playing Fields opposite the club house.
BBC Springwatch Action Team hits Aberdeen
The BBC will be getting its hands dirty this weekend as it digs into a wildflower planting project with Aberdeen City Council Countryside Ranger Service. 2008/06/04 00:00:00
Birthday reunion for Scottish Samurai
To celebrate the 170th anniversary of the birth of Thomas Blake Glover (1838-1911) local people with the surname Glover are invited to try and trace any family connection to the ‘Scottish Samurai' for free on Sunday, 8 June, at Glover House, 79 Balgownie Road, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen. 2008/06/04 00:00:00
Councillors agree to introduction of charges for special collections of bulky waste
Aberdeen City Council has agreed to introduce a fee of GBP 20 for special collections of bulky waste. 2008/06/04 00:00:00
No rubbish plea to Rosemount residents
Rosemount residents are being urged to place only paper and cardboard in the area's new recycling banks. 2008/06/04 00:00:00
TecWel establishes Aberdeen base for UKCS operations - Chris Nussbaum new managing director
Downhole specialist, Chris Nussbaum heads up new UK company with world-first leak detection technology Norwegian cased-hole logging company, TecWel AS, has established a new base in Aberdeen to service clients in the UK sector of the North Sea oil and gas industry. TecWel specialises in well integrity and production optimisation surveys, and currently has bases in Norway, the UAE, the USA and Malaysia;
Total makes Islay field discovery in UK North Sea
Total has made a new gas and condensate discovery in the Alwyn area of the northern North Sea, close to the Jura field.
French threat to North Sea oil reserves
A consortium of foreign oil companies led by French giant Total is threatening to block government plans to fully develop the North Sea's last frontier, which contains over a fifth of Britain's flagging oil and gas reserves.
Aberdeenshire Council
Aberdeen City and Shire citizens are being urged to give their views on how the region should grow over the next two decades.
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.
FOR five generations, the menfolk of the Stephen family have braved the waters around Scotland's northernmost shores to make a living. Now however, James Stephen fears he will be the one to witness the death of that proud heritage.
Rural development programme to be launched
An innovative rural development programme, which aims to improve the quality of life and economic prosperity in rural communities in Aberdeenshire, is to be launched on Friday, June 27.
Chief Executive of Aberdeenshire Council to step down
Alan Campbell CBE, Chief Executive of Aberdeenshire Council has announced his resignation.
Formal opening for Balmedie Nursery
Aberdeenshire Council formally opened the brand new Balmedie Nursery on Wednesday, June 25
All systems go for summer activities programme
The summer programme of activities for young people in P7 to S4 is all set to kick off on Monday, July 7.
Civic reception honours district court officials
A civic reception was held on Wednesday, June 25, to acknowledge the transfer of the Justices of the Peace, and some Aberdeenshire Council staff, to the new unified court support service.
Launch of the new Huntly Brand - Room to Roam
The Assembly Hall of The Gordon Schools, Huntly, will be shaking to music and dance celebrating the launch of the new Huntly Brand, Room to Roam, on Wednesday, June 25.
Burns connection in the Mearns to be promoted via innovative project
An innovative new training and educational project for people with learning disabilities to promote and publicise the link between the Mearns and the father of Robert Burns, William Burness, is to be launched next week.
Fraserburgh school opens new £130,000 kitchen and restaurant
Fraserburgh Academy officially opened its new Hospitality Restaurant and Kitchen area on Thursday, June 19.
Transportation and Infrastructure service highly commended for excellence at Quality Scotland Awards
Aberdeenshire Council's Transportation and Infrastructure service has been recognised for its work on business excellence at an awards ceremony in Glasgow.
Children across Aberdeenshire are once again being invited to take part in the popular Summer Reading Challenge organised by Aberdeenshire Library and Information Service.
Aberdeen City and Shire: providing a warm, north-east welcome for Homecoming 2009
Aberdeen City and Shire is looking forward to welcoming friends, family and visitors to the north-east as part of an exciting year of events to mark Homecoming Scotland 2009.
Details of landmark £1bn capital plan approved
Aberdeenshire Council is planning to generate £45million for its capital plan each year as part of a landmark project that could see up to pound;1billion invested locally over the next 15 years.
Bid to apply for Pressured Area Status approved
Members of Aberdeenshire Council's Social Work and Housing Committee have agreed to submit a detailed bid to the Scottish Government for Pressured Area Status (PAS) in some areas.
Heritage fairs set to celebrate Aberdeenshire's cultural history
The cultural history of communities across Aberdeenshire is to be brought to the fore with the launch of a series of heritage fairs across the area.
Aberdeenshire Council and Tesco join forces to promote car sharing
Aberdeenshire Council has joined forces with supermarket giant Tesco to try to encourage more people to travel sustainably.
Carers health and well-being to be highlighted during Carers Week 2008
The fourteenth annual Carers Week will be taking place this year from June 9-15, with the theme 'Carers can't afford to be ill'.
Duff House development plan to provide 'quality experience'
Councillors have welcomed a new business plan that aims to provide a 'quality experience' to every visitor to historic Duff House in Banff.
Banchory school bags green award
An innovative project to reduce the amount of plastic bags being thrown out has helped scoop a major environmental award for a north-east school.
North-east academy pupils rise to the challenge
Peterhead Academy pupils are celebrating a fantastic achievement after coming second place in the Northern Finals of the Global Rock Challenge.
National Litter Day of Action - Aberdeenshire
Grampian Police are to team up with Aberdeenshire Council during National Litter Day of Action on Tuesday, June 3.
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 ...
Chief Constable Presents Annual Report to Joint Police Board
Tayside Police Chief Constable John Vine presented his eighth and final Annual Performance Report (2007-08) to the Tayside Joint Police Board in Dundee today (June ...
Targeting Crime on the Roads in Perth
Tayside Police's road policing officers in Perth and Kinross are being joined by colleagues from other agencies in a clampdown on traffic offences and vehicle ...
Tayside Police can confirm that two 16-year-old boys - one from Monifieth, the other from Broughty Ferry - have been charged in connection with incidents that happened
Perthshire Death - Man Charged
Tayside Police can confirm that it is treating the sudden death of 87-year-old Stanley woman Dolina Maclean as murder. A 48-year-old man from the Perthshire area
Speeding and Seatbelt Day of Action - the School Run
Tayside Police in common with all Scottish Forces will be taking part in a Scotland wide campaign today (Friday 20 June 2008) with a focus
Tragic Death of Blairgowrie Boy
Tayside Police were called to a house in Kinloch Court in Blairgowrie at around 2.50pm this afternoon following a report that a 4-year-old boy had ...
Raising awareness among young drivers about the importance of road safety is the aim of an event being held at Taylor Park, Crieff, Perthshire, on ...
A 40-year-old woman in the Maryfield area of Dundee was charged for supplying alcohol to a teenager at the weekend. The incident was detected on Saturday ...
Tayside Police is holding a Long Service and Good Conduct Awards Ceremony at Baluniefield Training Centre, Balunie Drive, Dundee, on Tuesday, June 17, 2008, from
Angus Teenagers Take to the Stage to Help Tackle Alcohol Misuse
An innovative arts theatre project created by groups of pupils from all Angus secondary schools was launched today (12/06/08) at Webster's Theatre, Arbroath. The event explores ...
Tayside Police is pleased to announce the promotion of Detective Inspector Willie Semple to the rank of Detective Chief Inspector. DCI Semple, a former pupil of
Following the success of a similar event a year ago, Tayside Police along with other partner agencies are holding a Bogus Caller Crime Seminar in ...
Tayside Police can confirm that, following enquiries into an absconder from HMP Noranside in Forfar, a 51-year-old man has now been traced and taken into ... 51-year-old man has now been traced and taken into
Protecting Nesting House Martins
Tayside Police wildlife crime officers are reacting to a string of complaints from members of the public concerning nests of house martins being disrupted. Numerous calls ...
Angus Community Planning Partnership Visiting Migrant Workers in Arbroath
Representatives of the Angus Community Planning Partnership today (2 June 2008) descended on two farms in the Angus area to provide safety advice and information ...
Mr Neil Wyllie - Carnoustie Man Falls to Death in Cuillins Mountain Range
The family of 34-year-old Carnoustie man Neil Wyllie, who fell to his death whilst climbing in the Cuillins mountain range on Skye on Friday (May