Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Highlands news

Demolition behind Junners buildings. — Extensive demolition is currently underway at the former Junners buildings. Image: Jason Hedges/DC Thomson

Business expert on why ambitious Elgin regeneration projects are template for rest of Scotland to follow

The project to revitalise South Street and Grant Lodge have been described by Scotland's Towns Partnership as "regeneration with purpose".

By David Mackay

Man charged after police dog injured in Aberdeen disturbance

A knife was recovered at the scene.

By Chris Cromar

‘Very high’ risk of wildfires in Aberdeenshire as warning issued

People in the north and north-east of Scotland have been urged not to light fires outdoors.

By Graham Fleming

Not one single fine issued for fly-tipping in Aberdeen for four years

There has been calls for tougher penalties to combat fly-tippers.

By Graham Fleming

Innes Munro left and his father Peter, right.

Son’s poignant tribute to Lochcarron diver Peter Munro on fifth anniversary of death

Innes Munro speaks for the first time since his dad's body was recovered from the Kyle of Lochalsh.

By Lindsay Bruce

Two men charged after cannabis products recovered in Inverness

They are due to appear at Inverness Sheriff Court at a later date.

By Chris Cromar

Gavin had a stroke in 2021, aged just 42. Image: Scott Baxter/DC Thomson.

Rosemount stroke survivor hits out after lack of written instructions left him in dark over rehab plan

Gavin Anderson worked assisting stroke survivors in his job before he had a stroke himself.

By Ena Saracevic

Student accommodation is included for Dunbeg plans lodged.

Dunbeg Boom Town plans include 433 new homes, a hotel and a drive-thru

Three planning applications lodged with Argyll and Bute Council for Dunbeg include student accommodation.

By Louise Glen

Steve Harris, managing director of Integrity HSE. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

Aberdeen energy boss Steve Harris on journey from offshore worker to thriving businessman

The 45-year-old is aiming for a £5 million turnover for his business by the end of the year.

By Kelly Wilson

Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin at full time following the 5-1 defeat by Celtic. Image: SNS.

Richard Gordon: Aberdeen win v Dundee United would set up enticing Dons run – as race for Europe intensifies

Defeat on Sunday and the Queen’s Park cup-tie is tougher, as are games v St Johnstone, Motherwell and Ross County. Beat United, and the Reds will be licking their lips.

By Richard Gordon

26-year-old Huntly farmer: ‘I love my job despite sleepless nights of calving season’

In the midst of a stressful calving seasons, Huntly farmer Nicola Wordie offered The Press and Journal an insight into how she manages to deal with her busiest time of the year.

By Isaac Buchan