Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Highlands news

Aberdeen council workers are poised to vote on a possible strike. — Aberdeen council workers, seen here protesting in February, are poised to vote on a possible strike. Image: Ethan Williams

‘We will unleash strike chaos across Aberdeen if council won’t rule out firing and rehiring workers’

The dispute centres on plans to cut workers' weeks to 35-hours and a freeze on their pay - which could be forced through using "fire and rehire".

By Alastair Gossip

Exclusive: Deacon Blue and Kaiser Chiefs to headline as Aberdeen Tall Ships festival line-up revealed

They will play at a purpose-built 7,000 capacity venue on Regent Quay.

By Chris Cromar

Robert Gordon University gets most of its income from tuition fees. Image: Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson.

How is Robert Gordon University funded as principal warns of ‘major threat’ to sector?

More than 150 jobs are at risk at the university in Aberdeen, and fears are growing for the future of the sector.

By Adele Merson

The grand Queens Road office building is to become housing.

Queen’s Road office in Aberdeen’s west end could become huge new home

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Meanwhile, plans to transform the Richmondhill House charity base have been decided, and an ancient relic is poised to be salvaged from a closed kirk...

By Ben Hendry

Ruby and Lewis Smart outside Mini Bakes.

Why tiny Elgin bakery Mini Bakes believe others should seize the chance to start their own town centre business

Couple Ruby and Lewis Smart made the decision to open up their own store while raising two small children at home.

By David Mackay

The case called at Peterhead Sheriff Court. Image: DC Thomson

Woman moved car abandoned in middle of street – and gets driving ban

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Ruta Gedgaudaite moved the vehicle to prevent any damage happening to it, but did so more than three times over the legal limit.

By Jamie Ross

Police tape blocks off Park Road as police car and officers stand at the scene.

Police to be probed over arrest after knife suspect struck by cop car

Officers confirmed a taser was used in the incident.

By Chris Cromar

Fans packed the venue for one last round of excitement, cosplay, and unforgettable memories!
Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

GALLERY: Aberdeen Comic Con wraps up after a thrilling weekend

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Aberdeen Comic Con comes to an end after a weekend of celebrity guests, cosplay, and fan-filled excitement at P&J Live

By Katherine Ferries & Jenna Scott

Elgin Business Park pictured as it is revealed a new business is coming.

Canadian-owned company set to come to Elgin Business Park

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The Moray planning round-up also includes signs for a new Lossiemouth cafe and EE's plans to extend their time operating a truck store in the Elgin town centre.

By Sean McAngus