Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire & Highlands news

Ricky Courage, 32, of Bucksburn, is back home from Colombia. Picture: DCT Media

Exclusive: Suspected ‘drugs mule’ leaves Colombia for surprise return to Aberdeen

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We can today reveal that Ricky Courage is back in the north-east - but the circumstances of his release are unclear.

By Dale Haslam

The project has been plagued with delays since it began in 2021. Image: Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson

Health bosses at odds over Aberdeen’s Baird and Anchor units as ANOTHER delay pushes project back to late 2026

NHS papers reveal the full scope of the crisis as the new wards have been hit yet again...

By Isaac Buchan

The village of Inverallochy came together to protest against the proposed closure. Image: DC Thomson

Exclusive: Aberdeenshire sheltered housing residents vow ‘not to be moved’ as it’s revealed 17 are under threat

The Press and Journal can reveal that sheltered housing residents were given two options last week; closure or a 50 per cent rent increase.

By Graham Fleming

Elgin biomass plants attracts more than 50 objections amidst complaints about smell and road safety

The controversial proposal will be discussed with the developer before councillors make a final decision on the plans.

By Will Angus, Local Democracy Reporter

Jill Barry (left) and Michelle Christie (right) photographed outside the new Marks and Spencer store in Union Square.

‘We became best friends while working at Aberdeen’s flagship Markies 40 years ago – and now we are moving together to Union Square’

Michelle Christie and Jill Barry have been through loads of changes during their time at the city's St Nicholas store - and are now preparing to bid it a final farewell.

By Denny Andonova

Ross County's Jordan White, left, and Aberdeen's Mats Knoester. Image: Shutterstock.

Aberdeen Tactics Watch: Ross County targeted Mats Knoester to force Aberdeen long – but Dons turned it into advantage

Gavin MacPhee reviews the tactics at play in Aberdeen's win at Ross County.

By Gavin MacPhee

Fire crews called to another fire near Kincorth, Aberdeen

This is the third time in the past few days a fire has been reported in the Gramps, as it is locally known.

By Ross Hempseed

Former top boxer fined after threats to woman in Stonehaven

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Commonwealth bronze medal-winner John Docherty, 27, appeared from custody at Aberdeen Sheriff Court.

By David McPhee

The Bon Accord Centre in Aberdeen. Image: DC Thomson

FatFace to open new store in Aberdeen’s Bon Accord Centre

The retailer was previously at locations on Back Wynd and in Union Square.

By Ross Hempseed

The attack happened on Elgin's High Street.

Teen attacked 15-year-old boy with machete during Elgin brawl

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The 17-year-old - who cannot be named due to his age - struck his victim on the arm and chest with the blade.

By David Love

Illegal Travellers’ camp set up near Balmedie Beach

Several caravans have parked near The Sand Bothy, within Balmedie Country Park.

By Ross Hempseed

Bulgaria's Dimiter Berbatov (l) fights for the Ball with Sweden's Erik Edman (r) during the FIFA World Cup Group 8 Qualification match in Sofia in March 2005. Image: Shuttestock

What new Aberdeen scout Erik Edman – Sweden international and ex-Premier League player – said about boss Jimmy Thelin

Former Sweden international defender Erik Edman, who played for Tottenham, is set to join Jimmy Thelin’s scouting team at Aberdeen - and has previously spoken about the Dons manager.

By Sean Wallace