'Community News'
City council agrees twin-track approach to ice arena re-opening
Aberdeen city councillors have agreed that preparations should begin to pave the way for a tender process to allow a third-party organisation to operate the Linx Ice Arena. 2008/09/30 00:00:00
City council confirms GBP 3million capital grant for contemporary arts centre
Aberdeen city councillors have confirmed a GBP 3million capital grant for the Peacock Visual Arts scheme to build a new contemporary arts centre in the heart of the city. 2008/09/30 00:00:00
Free bus tour of Torry churches
A free tour of Torry kirks will take place next Thursday [9 October] as part of the Seniors in the City festival. 2008/09/30 00:00:00
Council shortlisted for two awards for combined heat and power project
Aberdeen City Council has been shortlisted as a finalist for a prestigious award in the Chartered Institute of Housing's UK Housing Awards. 2008/09/29 00:00:00
Delays expected as West North Street subsidence repair work gets underway
West North Street will be closed to eastbound traffic between Nelson Street and Willowdale Place and the westbound carriageway will be reduced to one lane while investigation and repair work continues. 2008/09/29 00:00:00
Lunchbreak Concerts season launches this week
29/09/08 The new extended season of lunchbreak concerts at the Cowdray Hall begins this week, with the usual popular mixture of visiting and locally-based musicians. 2008/09/29 00:00:00
Pupils join hands to reach around school and raise funds for new playground initiative
Children at Cornhill Primary School will be joining hands with teachers, parents and other members of their community tomorrow in an unusual fundraising effort - by trying to reach around the entire school. 2008/09/30 00:00:00
Bollywood adds spice to Seniors in the City festival
People are invited to join a one-day workshop to learn the basics of an Indian dance craze as part of the Seniors in the City festival. 2008/09/26 00:00:00
Cancellation of school naming consultation event - Mile End/Beechwood project. 2008/09/26 00:00:00
Flower power brings more top awards to Granite City
Aberdeen has picked up a prestigious Silver Gilt award in the Royal Horticultural Society Britain in Bloom contest. 2008/09/26 00:00:00
Subsidence causes lane closures on city street
Lane closures will be in place on a busy city centre street from Monday [29 Sept] to allow investigation work to go ahead. 2008/09/26 00:00:00
Dons to relive the Gothenburg glory with new DVD
23/09/08 A DVD that celebrates 25 years since Aberdeen were crowned European football champions is being launched today [Thurs, Sept 25]. 2008/09/23 00:00:00
Hazlehead becomes first Aberdeen municipal club to offer clubgolf coaching
Keen young golfers can now benefit from specialist coaching in Aberdeen. 2008/09/25 00:00:00
Aberdeen's Town House is opening its doors to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support tomorrow [Friday, 25 September] by taking part in the charity's World's Biggest Coffee morning. 2008/09/25 00:00:00
The Northfield Area Forum has won top award following work carried out at Allan Douglas Park. 2008/09/24 00:00:00
Aberdeen City Council scoops top award
Aberdeen City Council has won a prestigious award for its work to reduce the number of empty homes in the city. 2008/09/23 00:00:00
Council services disrupted by day of national strike action
Aberdeen City Council services will be disrupted today by national local authority strike action, which is affecting councils across Scotland. 2008/09/24 00:00:00
Exposure to extreme sports highlighted in exhibition
The experiences of recovering drug addicts as they experienced a range of extreme sports activities is being showcased in a multi-media exhibition. 2008/09/23 00:00:00
New controlled parking zone goes live next week
Aberdeen's newest controlled parking zone will launch next week. 2008/09/23 00:00:00
Changes to Marischal College conversion unanimously approved
Aberdeen City Council's planning committee has supported amended plans for the Marischal College conversion into its new corporate HQ. 2008/09/18 00:00:00
City centre office block plans approved
Aberdeen City Council's Planning Committee has conditionally approved plans for a new office block in the city. 2008/09/18 00:00:00
Last chance to hop aboard City Tour bus
People are being urged the grab the last chance of the season to see the sights of Aberdeen on the open-top tour bus this holiday weekend. 2008/09/18 00:00:00
School arrangements for strike day
Many nursery, primary and secondary schools will be affected by the national local government strike on Wednesday, 24 September, over a pay dispute. 2008/09/18 00:00:00
Springfield Road junction to re-open tomorrow
Emergency high voltage cable repair work on Springfield Road will be completed by 7am tomorrow [Friday, 19 September]. 2008/09/18 00:00:00
Still time for budding photographers to enter nature competition
Budding amateur photographers have only days left to enter a nature competition, which aims to highlight the beauty of the Kincorth Hill Local Nature Reserve, Tullos Hill and attract more visitors to the south-side of Aberdeen. 2008/09/18 00:00:00
Victory for Forrit Brae at Beautiful Scotland Awards
The community of Forrit Brae, Aberdeen, has scooped two prestigious awards at the Beautiful Scotland (formerly Beautiful Scotland in Bloom) national award ceremony which was held on Wednesday, 17 September 2008. 2008/09/18 00:00:00
Art Gallery & Museums to open Holiday Monday
Aberdeen Art Gallery, Schoolhill, one of the city's most popular attractions will be open to the public on Monday (22 September) from 10am until 5pm because it is a local public holiday. 2008/09/17 00:00:00
Autumnal attire at Provost Skene's House
As the leaves turn to a palette of rich russet, golden ochre and vibrant orange and a chill in the air approaches it becomes apparent that autumn has arrived. 2008/09/17 00:00:00
Citizens across Aberdeen are having their say by taking part in the 15th City Voice questionnaire. 2008/09/16 00:00:00
Aberdeen City Council rangers are inviting people to join a forage for fungi at Hazlehead Park next week. 2008/09/16 00:00:00
Lisa Milne's concert on the High C's cancelled
Due to unforeseen personal circumstances Scottish soprano Lisa Milne has pulled out of tonight's (Tuesday, 16 September) opening concert of the SEE, SALT and SOUND Festival at Aberdeen's Beach Ballroom. 2008/09/16 00:00:00
Partial road closure for emergency cable repairs
Spingfield Road will be closed between the Countesswells Road and Viewfield Road junctions from 9.30am tomorrow [Weds, 17 September]. 2008/09/16 00:00:00
Voting opens next month on name for new primary school
A vote to help choose a name for the new school that will be created by the merger of Mile End and Beechwood will go ahead at the start of next month. 2008/09/16 00:00:00
Youngsters kick off in new football teams
Two new football teams have been formed at an Aberdeen primary school. 2008/09/16 00:00:00
Adult learning courses in new technology
Three adult learning courses have been organised by Aberdeen City Council for people with an interest in computers and other digital equipment. 2008/09/15 00:00:00
Launch of Union Street night-time taxi ranks hailed a success
A new safety initiative to reduce city centre violence by moving taxis onto Union Street on Friday and Saturday nights has been hailed a success by Aberdeen City Council and Grampian Police. 2008/09/15 00:00:00
Major utilities works moving off Virginia Street
The Virginia Street stretch of city centre cable laying work for the new retail development at Guild Street is expected to be complete by tomorrow morning [Saturday, 13 September]. 2008/09/12 00:00:00
Rocks invite youngsters to Jump2it for a healthier future
Scotland's only professional basketball team will be in Aberdeen next week encouraging children to 'Jump2it' for a healthier future - and possibly into the finals of a national sports contest. 2008/09/12 00:00:00
Youngsters put their best feet forward to become walk-to-school stars
Thousands of Aberdeen schoolchildren are taking part in Scotland's biggest ever survey of how youngsters travel to and from school. 2008/09/12 00:00:00
Aberdeen to feature on The ONE Show
The Granite City is to be featured on the BBC1 topical weekday magazine programme The ONE Show. 2008/09/11 00:00:00
Doors Open Day on Saturday (13 September) will see some of Aberdeen's most interesting buildings, many of which are not normally open to the public, open for the day, free of charge from 10am until 4pm. 2008/09/11 00:00:00
Guild Street Bridge refurbishment likely to cause traffic delays
Motorists are warned that work to refurbish Guild Street Bridge, which is due to begin on Monday [September 15], is likely to cause delays. 2008/09/11 00:00:00
Retired teacher returns to her old haunt with the Reading Bus
A newly-published poet took a wee walk down memory lane and returned to her old school to join pupils in their Riveting Reading Week. 2008/09/11 00:00:00
A huge variety of activities and opportunities will be on offer during the sixth Aberdeen's Older Peoples Festival, which starts on Friday, 26 September until Saturday, 18 October. 2008/09/11 00:00:00
Ball guests set to be in the pink
Guests at a charity ball being held in Aberdeen will be in the pink as they raise cash for a pioneering project for cancer patients. 2008/09/10 00:00:00
Compensation payments to be made to thousands of low-paid council workers
Aberdeen City Council is poised to pay out some GBP 6 million in compensation payments to employees in catering, cleaning and social care. 2008/09/10 00:00:00
Council begins formal consultation on workforce reduction exercise
Aberdeen City Council has entered into a 90 day period of formal consultation with trade unions about reducing the size of its workforce. 2008/09/10 00:00:00
Aberdeen Art Gallery in association with Christian Aid will display a provocative and groundbreaking exhibition, Children in Conflict, from Saturday, 13 September until Saturday, 15 November, 2008. 2008/09/09 00:00:00
Everyone welcome to step back in time at the Duthie Park
A fun packed afternoon is guaranteed at Aberdeen's Duthie Park on Sunday, 14 September, when a special event is held to mark its 125th anniversary. 2008/09/09 00:00:00
Preferred bidder chosen for proposed Hazlehead Golf redevelopment
Aberdeen City Council is set to work closely with a private company for the next four months on proposals to turn Hazlehead Golf Course into a world-class facility. 2008/09/09 00:00:00
Aberdeen City and Shire shines at ONS 08 in Stavanger
The participation at this year's ONS 08 exhibition and festival in Stavanger by representatives from Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeenshire Council has been deemed a huge success. 2008/09/02 00:00:00
Free e-learning on offer for Aberdeen residents
Hundreds of e-learning packages are to be offered free to Aberdeen residents as the result of an innovative agreement between the city council and Skills Development Scotland (SDS). 2008/09/02 00:00:00
Last chance to air your views on draft structure plan
The deadline for submitting a response to the draft structure plan published by Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeenshire Council is Friday [12 September]. 2008/09/08 00:00:00
North-east celebs to attend launch of Fit Like, Yer Majesty?
A host of North-east celebrities will be joining schoolchildren at picturesque Fyvie Castle this week to launch of a new book of Doric poetry. 2008/09/08 00:00:00
During a meeting of the Policy and Strategy (Education) Committee on Tuesday September 2, 2008, councillors made decisions affecting several city schools. 2008/09/02 00:00:00
Wallace Commemoration Ceremony traffic restrictions
Rosemount Viaduct will be partially closed on Sunday [September 7] for the annual Wallace Commemoration Ceremony. 2008/09/03 00:00:00
Annual commemoration of William Wallace
The Lord Provost of Aberdeen and Lord Aberdeen will lay wreaths at the William Wallace statue, Schoolhill as part of the city's annual commemoration of the Guardian of Scotland from 1pm on Sunday, 7 September. 2008/09/03 00:00:00
Best Bar None scheme closing date looms
03/09/08 Time is running out for licensed trade to enter an awards scheme aimed at improving the safety of customers and staff in Aberdeen's pubs, clubs, and bars. 2008/09/03 00:00:00
Change of date for Shiprow road closure
05/09/08 The planned closure of Shiprow this weekend for crane work has been put off until next weekend because of forecasted winds. 2008/09/05 00:00:00
Funding for 12 to 25-year-olds
There is still time for city youth activity groups to apply for cash funding this autumn. 2008/09/03 00:00:00
World bowls competition draws to a close
The quarterfinals of the World Bowls Singles Champion of Champions will take place today (Friday, 5 September) at Westburn Park, Aberdeen. 2008/09/04 00:00:00
Queen's Award for Aberdeen Arts Centre volunteers
The Lord Provost in his capacity of Lord-Lieutenant presented The Queen's Award for Voluntary Service to the volunteers of Aberdeen Arts Centre on Wednesday 3 September 2008. 2008/09/03 00:00:00
Revamped Art Gallery caf provides new exhibition space
Visitors to Aberdeen Art Gallery can now enjoy the exhibits as they relax in the refurbished gallery caf. 2008/09/03 00:00:00
Aberdeen's green heroes honoured
Aberdeen's green heroes were recognised for their environmental improvement work at a special ceremony at Aberdeen Blooms on Saturday [30 August]. 2008/09/01 00:00:00
Fit Like takes to the waves with Robbie
School pupils have teamed up with north-east celebrity Robbie Shepherd to broadcast a Doric radio show promoting new poetry book Fit Like, Yer Majesty? 2008/09/01 00:00:00
Historic Wellington Suspension Bridge to be re-opened
An ancient monument linking two communities of Aberdeen is to be re-opened on Wednesday [3 September] after being closed for seven years. 2008/09/01 00:00:00
Images of Regensburg to go on show at art gallery
A photographic exhibition titled Images of Regensburg will go on show from Thursday, 4 September until Sunday, 21 September at Aberdeen Art Gallery, Schoolhill. 2008/09/01 00:00:00
New self-service council tax and benefits facility launched
A new self-service facility has been launched for all Aberdeen residents who have council tax, council tax benefit, or housing benefit accounts with the city council. 2008/09/01 00:00:00
Public consultation into Kingswells to Bucksburn path link
Aberdeen City Council is seeking the public's views on the options for a new or improved path linking Kingswells and Bucksburn. 2008/09/01 00:00:00
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
Aberdeenshire Council
Broch landscape tours Scotland
Images of modern day life in Fraserburgh from a local viewpoint are supporting a national tour of award-winning playwright Alan Wilkins' new play.
Nominations sought for Belhelvie Community Council
Residents of Belhelvie and surrounding communities are being urged to put themselves forward for a resurrected Belhelvie Community Council.
Updated timescale for Alford road resurfacing
A new timescale has been devised for upcoming roadworks in Alford to reduce the length of road closure time.
Aberdeenshire Council to start work on Local Development Plan
Aberdeenshire Council is about to start work on a new land use plan for the area which will be the main consideration in all planning applications from 2009 - 2023.
Artist helps launch council's commitment to sustainability
Aberdeenshire Council's new Sustainability Charter was officially launched this week, with an overarching theme to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Scottish Housing Regulator due to inspect Aberdeenshire Council
Aberdeenshire Council's housing and homelessness services are preparing for an inspection by the Scottish Housing Regulator which begins on Monday, September 22.
Council asks residents to be aware of bus card renewal process
With thousands of free bus travel cards due for renewal during the course of the next year, Aberdeenshire Council wants to ensure that residents are clear about how the process works.
Funding Bonanza for Homecoming Scotland 2009
Aberdeenshire Council is encouraging north-east community groups to apply for funding as they prepare to hold Homecoming Scotland 2009 events.
Westhill A2B dial-a-bus service expands
A Monday service is being introduced to Aberdeenshire Council's Westhill A2B dial-a-bus with effect from September 15.
From castles to cow sheds - Aberdeenshire's doors open
It's that time of year again, when buildings around Aberdeenshire fling open their doors and welcome in the masses for Doors Open Day.
New repair hotline launched for council tenants
Aberdeenshire Council has launched a new hotline for tenants who require repairs to their council house.
Organisers delighted with Great Inverurie Bike Ride success
Organisers of the Great Inverurie Bike Ride (GIBR) have heralded the event as a resounding success with more than £11,000 being raised for north-east charities.
Parenting groups launched at Turriff Resource Centre
Turriff Resource Centre has launched a number of groups for parents and children in the area.
Aberdeenshire Children's Panel needs volunteers
Aberdeenshire's Children's Panel is looking for volunteers who can help children at risk in the area achieve better outcomes in life.
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).
Members of Tayside Police's Federation made a special trip to Castlebrae, the Northern Police Convalescent and Treatment Centre in Auchterarder, today (30/09/08) to present two ...
Innovative Pub Watch Scheme Now in Dunkeld and Birnam
Dunkeld and Birnam licensees have launched a new scheme to ensure a safe and enjoyable time can be had by both locals and visitors in ...
New Task Force to Target Arbroath
A new Community Task Force set up by Tayside Police was officially launched in Arbroath today (30/09/08). The remit of the new team, comprising one Sergeant
Woman Found Safe and Well After Night on Schiehallion
A 73-year old woman from Ayrshire, who was missing and feared dead after she spent the night on a remote Scottish mountain, walked into Kinloch ...
Tayside Police can confirm that following enquiries to trace the whereabouts of an absconder from HMP Noranside, near Forfar, Angus, a 34-year-old man has been
Man Detained in Broughty Ferry
Two men have been arrested and charged following a joint operation by Lothian and Borders and Tayside Police that took place in the Dundee area
Two Arrested in Joint Operation
Two men have been arrested and charged following a joi operation by Lothian and Borders and Tayside Police that took place in the Dundee area
Colin McRae Forest Stages Rally
The Colin McRae Forest Stages Rally returns to Perthshire on Saturday (August 27, 2008) and it is anticipated that the event will attract up to ...
Tayside Police is confident that this year's Junior Road Safety Officers Campaign, which launches tomorrow (Tuesday, September 16), will be every bit as successful as ...
Perth and Kinross Heritage Trust Doors Open Day
Tayside Police's Divisional Headquarters in Perth will be open to the public on Saturday (20September) as part of Doors Open Day 2008. Over 60 properties throughout
Re-tail Therapy for Police Dogs in Perth
From this week, St. John's Shopping Centre in Perth will be opening its doors as the latest
Tayside Police can confirm that following an appeal for information issued yesterday with the permission of the Procurator Fiscal in Angus, a 48-year-old man and
Police Day of Action - Speeding and Seatbelt Offences
Tayside Police is participating in a national day of action today (Thursday 11 September 2008) aimed at drivers who speed and people who fail to ...
An American police officer today (10/09/08) swapped her job as a Patrol Supervisor in Pennsylvania State in the USA to visit some specialist departments within ...
Second Closure at Dallfield Court
Tayside Police has been successful in gaining a closure order for a council-owned flat in Dallfield Court in the Hilltown area of Dundee. It is the ...
Young People in Arbroath Drinking Less Thanks to Friday 'Nite' Project
A Friday night project in Arbroath's Saltire Centre is having a dramatic influence on under-age drinking in the area. Working with local partners including Angus Council, ...
Kirriemuir Incident - Man Arrested and Charged
Tayside Police can confirm that a 22-year-old man has been arrested and charged in connection with an incident at The Den, in Kirriemuir, at about 8pm last night, and a report has been submitted to the Procurator Fiscal.
Operation Bandit - Tackling Car Crime in Tayside
During the next three days, Tayside's Road Policing Officers will be patrolling the region's main arterial routes armed with the latest detection equipment and supported ...
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 ...