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Alima, Julie, Tom, Julie Anne and Anna at Auchtercrag House

Care home raises money for local nursery with 100-mile cycle

‘Must-visit’ Scottish pumpkin patch to close

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A new women-brewed beer has been launched to celebrate International Women's Day

Councillors and businesses join forces in Ellon to promote the Scotland Loves Local Pledge – signed by Aberdeenshire Council leader Cllr Gillian Owen on behalf of the local authority

Aberdeenshire Council makes pledge to choose local

New bound surface footpaths have been created as part of phase one.

Users see benefit of Formartine and Buchan Way improvements

Pictured from left to right are Cllr Sarah Dickinson, Cllr Isobel Davidson (ISC Vice Chair), Cllr Alan Turner, and Cllr Jim Gifford (SC Vice Chair), all supporting the reuse scheme.

Choose to reuse at household recycling centres

'We are honoured to be serving such a diverse global community,' says Daniel Milne. Picture: contributed.

Interview: Daniel Milne, co-founder and managing director of Whisky Hammer

James Watt, above, set up the Aberdeenshire beer-maker in 2007 along with fellow co-founder Martin Dickie. Picture: Andy Fallon

BrewDog co-founder James Watt quits as chief executive: new boss unveiled

Aberdeenshire Council has begun works in Portlethen today

Active travel works get under way in Portlethen, Aberdeenshire

The rapid growth of Black Heart comes as BrewDog reports its strongest start to any year since it was founded.

BrewDog sets date to topple Guinness from supermarket shelves

Building work is progressing on creating a new family resource centre, a library and a council office

£11.4 million Ellon civic hub taking shape

All six of the council’s depots that service bins for more than 120,000 households will be collecting split-stream recycling from the kerbside within the next two months.

Rollout of kerbside bin collection changes nears completion

Midwife Natalie with her daughter Sasha and and baby Scarlet at Peterhead Community Maternity Unit.

Eight DAISY nominations for Peterhead midwife

Artist impression of the proposed Ellon McDonald's restaurant

Fresh plans submitted for McDonald’s in Ellon

The site of the new Ellon car wash

Ellon car wash granted approval

The review affects 124 employees across Aberdeenshire.

Review of Aberdeenshire janitorial staff could lead to cuts

Douglas Lumsden MSP has voiced his concerns that plans for a new Ellon Health Centre and health hub in Banchory have been “pushed further back in the queue”.

Plans for new Ellon and Banchory health centres ‘pushed further back in the queu...

Charlie Allan tossing the caber, watched by judge Bob Shaw

Scotsman Obituaries: Charlie Allan, Highland Games athlete and academic

Councillors say it makes economic sense to upgrade the road network.

Councillors band together to demand action on A90

The two incoming locations follow BrewDog openings this year at sites including London Gatwick’s North Terminal, where CEO James Watt is pictured. Picture: contributed.

BrewDog confirms forthcoming venues at key Edinburgh and London transport hubs

The final whistle: May, right, with headteacher Pauline Buchan.

Blue Toon fan takes the final whistle

The project will begin next month with a series of consultation events.

Councillor highlights new consultation on A90 and A952

Douglas Lumsden says the closure is ‘unacceptable’.

'Unacceptable' closure of Collieston PO service is slammed by MSP

The new interactive adventure has been launched in Ellon.

Lauch of new interactive adventure around Ellon

Pictured from left: Cllr Louise McAllister, Aberdeenshire Council Leader Cllr Gillian Owen, Cllr John Crawley, Provost of Aberdeenshire Cllr Judy Whyte, Formartine Area Committee chair Cllr Iain Taylor, and Cllr Isobel Davidson.

Work to begin on new family resource centre, library and council office in Ellon

Providing high quality routes, such as a link between Ellon, Newburgh and Foveran, will be an attractive option for a day trip for locals and visitors alike.

Views sought on new active travel route linking Ellon, Foveran and Newburgh

Phil Anderson, Managing Director of Phil Anderson Financial Services, with the Sunnybank FC squad.

Financial advisers extend sponsorship for Sunnybank Football Club

Ellon War Memorial

Commemoration and re-dedication of Ellon War Memorial

All change: Cllr Owen has replaced Cllr Findlater as leader of Aberdeenshire Council.

Change in leadership at Aberdeenshire Council

Aberdeenshire Council is seeking more feedback on household recycling centre trial

Aberdeenshire Council seeking more feedback on household recycling centre trial

Halcyon Spirits has been developed by brothers Daniel and Craig Milne.

New independent whisky bottler Halcyon Spirits unveils its inaugural release

Under the masterplan, the current GP surgery would be knocked down to make way for its replacement.

Ellon health centre plan delayed

If approved, the restaurant would be built on land at the Balmacassie Industrial Estate.

Plans submitted for McDonald's drive-thru in Ellon

Nick took part in his very own Coronation Day 100-mile cycle ride across the north-east.

RAF veteran completes epic solo mission in honour of Dambusters 80th anniversary

David Duguid says the decision is ‘dereliction of duty’ by Kevin Stewart.

No u-turn on A90 dualling says Minister

The Allotments will receive gardening products, advice, and support.

Dobbies help Ellon Community Allotments to grow

Junior ranger installing the feeders.

A good clause for native red squirrel population

The state-of-the-art warehouse will allow buyers across the globe to own and monitor whisky casks with confidence. Picture: Jonathan Addie

£1m Aberdeenshire warehouse offers 'ultimate whisky ownership experience'

The e-bikes can be used along the Formartine & Buchan Way and other local routes.

Opportunity to try out new Formartine and Buchan Way rental e-bikes

The station will be replaced with two blocks of flats.

Approval for flats on former Ellon petrol station site

Managing Director Phil Anderson with Ruth McIntosh, Charity Development Officer from CLAN.

Ellon Firm hops on board Clan Trail

The notorious Toll of Birness has claimed many lives over the years.

Aberdeenshire - the forgotten corner of Scotland?
The long and continuing saga of the A90 continues to rumble on as north-east politicians turn their attention to Humza Yousaf’s new cabinet.

David Duguid highlighted the safety record on the route when calling for a reverse of the decision.

Call to reverse SNP’s decision not to dual A90 between Ellon and Peterhead

Ailsa Davidson (left) plays Lucy in Dracula - Mina's Reckoning

North east actors cast in new Dracula production

Kevin Marr and Marion McDonald have been recognised in a new awards scheme by Sykes Holiday Cottages.

Aberdeenshire holiday let owners scoop award

Repairs were welcomed by David Duguid but he says patching is ‘not enough’

MP says ‘patching works are not enough’ on A90 at Hatton as repairs carried out ...

A man dressed as Sir Walter Scott celebrates the creation of Borders Railway service, which re-established a section of the old Waverley route, in 2015 (Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images)

Progress towards reversing Beeching’s infamous railway cuts is stalling

The Toll of Birness junction has been a problem for years.

Updates to A90(N) and A952 road corridor study underway

Members of the public are being urged not to approach seals (Scottish SPCA)

Scottish SPCA asks public to be wildlife wise around seals in Aberdeenshire

The earthquake was felt in Ebbw Vale, South Wales. Picture: GEOFF CADDICK/AFP via Getty Images

Earthquake hits Wales with a magnitude of 3.7

The deal will take BrewDog’s biggest-selling brands such as Punk IPA, Hazy Jane and Elvis Juice across the country from March 2023.

BrewDog to go big in China after sealing venture with global beer giant

Louise Cormack and Kayleigh Ross from Phil Anderson Financial Services' Caithness office (Pic: Angus MacKay)

Record turnover for Ellon financial advice firm

Cameron Laing, 69, from Ellon, Aberdeenshire

'Thousands of unpaid carers will start to suffer', Scottish Government told

From left: joint MD Richard Begbie, chairman Gary Gerrard, and fellow joint MD Graham Reid. Picture: contributed.

Aberdeenshire housebuilder Scotia Homes cheers buoyant full-year results

Keri Craig, charity manager with Phil Anderson, Managing Director at Phil Anderson Financial Services.

Financial advice firm makes donation to Ellon children’s charity

Shock figures revealed seven people have died on the road over the last three years.

Every collision is one too many says MSP

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Scotland has failed to meet its latest target for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the latest official figures show. Picture: John Giles/PA Wire

Fail: Scotland misses climate target

Pro-independence protesters with Scottish Saltire flags (top) march for Scottish independence. Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images

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Nadine Dorries. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

SNP MP cleared of bullying Nadine Dorries