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Harry Gow Bakery destroyed by fire. — Harry Gow Bakery at Fairways Business Park was destroyed after a fire ripped through the building. Image: Sandy McCook/ DC Thomson.

Harry Gow vows to return after bakery destroyed in deliberate Fairways fire

The family firm said 'we'll be back' after the devastating blaze.

By Michelle Henderson

The fire engulfed the Elgin High Street Poundland store. Image: Crown Office

WATCH: Elgin Poundland fire footage released as teenager sentenced

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The teenage culprit, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was told he was lucky no one was harmed in the blaze, which caused around £1m worth of damage.

By Jenni Gee

Marathon House near Rubislaw Quarry, now known as Charter Building.

Former Marathon offices near Rubislaw Quarry could be demolished

The development was built on the edge of the Aberdeen landmark in the 1980s as part of a large office complex for the oil industry.

By Denny Andonova

Buckie Thistle against Brora Rangers is one of the featured games on this episode of Highland League Weekly.

WATCH: Highland League Weekly – Buckie Thistle v Brora Rangers and Deveronvale v Forres Mechanics highlights, plus Memory Match with Ross Morrison

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This episode of Highland League Weekly features highlights from two of Saturday's Breedon Highland League matches.

By Callum Law

Tom Giles, franchisee owner of Revive! Aberdeen. Image: Kami Thomson/ DC Thomson

Former Aberdeen oil and gas worker gearing up for £1 million vehicle repair business

The Canadian ex-pat made the career change to follow his passion for cars.

By Kelly Wilson

Luis Santiago leaves Peterhead Sheriff Court at an earlier calling of the case. Image: DC Thomson

Serial driving offender from Sandhaven handed lifetime roads ban

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Luis Santiago, 53, was almost five times the drink-driving limit in his most recent conviction.

By Jamie Ross

Donna Mckellar, Julia Macleay and Sally Mackay all work at the travel agent. Image: Supplied.

‘I watched it burn to the ground’: Inverness travel agent owner describes devastating Fairways Business Park fire

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Julia Macleay was planning to open a new shop today, though it also burned down in the fire along with the travel agency.

By Ena Saracevic

Union Street footpath, which closed on March 10.

Union Street footpath closes as workers move on to next phase of £20m revamp

Two new crossings have been created so pedestrians can still access businesses along the stretch while the works are under way.

By Denny Andonova

Inverness Airport. Image: Sandy McCook/DC Thomson

Why Inverness Airport won ‘best in Europe’ award

The Highland capital airport has scooped the accolade for the fifth year in a row.

By Kelly Wilson 2

Auchenblae childminder told to take down ‘rogue shed’ in row with neighbours

The Mearns resident blocked off a space in a shared car park to put up her own fence and shed - much to the chagrin of her neighbours.

By Ben Hendry

The gorse has finally been removed behind these homes in Elmwood Avenue. Image: DC Thomson

Inverness residents finally get the maintenance they’ve been asking for – but only after fears grow over wilful fire-raising

A spate of fires in Inshes and Milton of Leys prompted the removal of a huge gorse bush that had been growing out of control.

By Stuart Findlay

The Flying Scotman being turned at Ferryhill Railway Trust in July 2023. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson

Ferryhill Railway holding open day this Sunday, to mark 175 years since the first steam train arrived in Aberdeen

The Ferryhill railway heritage trust is proceeding with bold plans for a new tourist attraction in Aberdeen. It's hosting an open day on Sunday, March 16.