Aberdeen News
Spectra Art Installations and Light Projections Returning to Aberdeen in 2025
The popular Festival of Light, Spectra, will be returning to Aberdeen in 2025 to brighten up the dark winter nights in the Granite City. This annual event, now in its 11th year, has become...
Activists Vandalize Bank’s Glasgow Offices in Support of Palestine
Pro-Palestine activists recently vandalized the Scottish offices of a bank with connections to an Israeli arms manufacturer. The group responsible, Palestine Action, targeted Allianz's Glasgow office in Waterloo Street by covering it in red...
Scottish Greens to Oppose SNP Budget Over Council Funding Cuts
The Scottish Greens have made a significant decision regarding the upcoming SNP Budget. Members of the party voted at their conference in Greenock to oppose the budget if it includes cuts to council funding....
Best Pictures from Aberdeen’s Scottish Cup Final Victory: Top 30 Gallery
Aberdeen managed to secure a thrilling victory against Celtic in the Scottish Cup Final, finally breaking their 30-game losing streak against their opponents. The match was a rollercoaster of emotions for both teams and...
Aberdeen’s 1990 Scottish Cup Win: MP Questions SFA Competence
Thirty-five years have gone by since Aberdeen last got their hands on the Scottish Cup, and that day at Hampden was a real rollercoaster of emotions. This weekend, Jimmy Thelin's Dons will try to...
Solutions to Reduce Pedestrian and Cyclist Fatalities caused by Cars
In recent news reports from various cities in Canada, there have been several incidents involving pedestrians and cyclists being injured or killed in collisions with cars. These tragic events highlight the ongoing issue of...
Aberdeen midfielder Ante Palaversa reveals key issue in winless streak
Aberdeen's Ante Palaversa speaks out about the struggle to end a winless streak that has plagued the Dons as they navigate through a challenging phase in the Premiership. The team has only managed to...
Highland League Award Winners: Angus Grant Named Player of the Year
The Breedon Highland League awards dinner in Inverness saw the announcement of the winners, with Huntly's Angus Grant taking home the player of the year title. The event showcased Grant's exceptional season, where his...
Restoration of A-listed Scottish Castle Underway After £2 Million Sale
An A-listed Scottish castle that has been abandoned since 1745 is set to undergo restoration after being purchased by Italian computer engineer Angelo Ovidi for an undisclosed sum. The 16th-century Baltersan Castle, located outside...
RAF Pilot Recalls Terrifying Crash at Elgin Airfield: Horror Injuries and Survival Story
An RAF pilot shared the harrowing experience of his plane's engine failing right after take-off, causing him to crash at an Elgin airfield. Iain Bright, a flight lieutenant from RAF Lossiemouth, recounted how he...
Invernessian Teen Volunteer Archie Webster: A Local Hero with 1,000 Hours – Inspiring Story
Archie Webster: A Local Hero Making a DifferenceInverness is a city steeped in history, but among its ancient streets and towering castles, a new hero has emerged. Archie Webster, a 15-year-old student at Inverness...
Impact of Giant Floating Wind Farms on Scotland’s Fishing Industry
Plans for giant floating wind farms in Scotland are causing concern for the fishing industry, according to the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation (SFF). The leader of the SFF, Elspeth Macdonald, expressed worries about the impact...
Upcoming Closure for Historical Bridge Renovation: Viaduct Installation Begins
The Kincardine Bridge is undergoing a major renovation with the installation of a new viaduct to replace an 80-meter section of the structure. This closure is part of a £16.85 million project that began...
Port of Aberdeen Achieves Record Revenue Despite Challenges
Port of Aberdeen had a pretty good year in 2024, seeing an increase in both the number of vessels and passengers arriving in the Granite City. The port reported a turnover of £50.7 million,...
Man Arrested After Son’s Death from Serious Injuries in South Lanarkshire
A tragic incident in South Lanarkshire has left a community in shock and mourning. Iain Kennedy, a 32-year-old man from Larkhall, was discovered with serious injuries at a property on Fairholm Street late on...
Scottish Labour Successfully Retains Seats in North Lanarkshire By-Elections
Scottish Labour has managed to retain seats in the recent North Lanarkshire Council by-elections. Margaret Quigley was elected in Fortissat, replacing former Scottish Labour councillor Kenneth Stevenson, who was elected as an MP in...
Emergency Incident Causes Restrictions on Glasgow’s M8 Highway
Glasgow's M8 motorway is currently facing restrictions due to an emergency incident at Junction 17 (St George's Cross). According to Traffic Scotland, one lane of the westbound carriageway is restricted because of a collision....
Aberdeen Energy Workers Demand End of Windfall Tax amid Job Loss Risk
So, like, apparently, more than 2,500 peeps, including tons of energy workers from Harbour Energy, are like totally demanding the UK Government to do something ASAP. Kerry Smyth, who works at Harbour Energy, was...
Tartan Army Pays Tribute to Alex Salmond with One-Minute Applause
The Tartan Army honored Alex Salmond before the Scotland vs. Portugal match at Hampden Park. This tribute was a one-minute applause organized by Scotland fans and witnessed by thousands of supporters and players, including...
Highland League Results: Fraserburgh, Buckie Thistle Victorious
Fraserburgh secured a 2-0 victory over Formartine United in a recent Breedon Highland League match. Despite the win, Fraserburgh's manager, Mark Cowie, acknowledged that his team could have played better. The goals came from...
Scottish Gaelic Festival: Celebrating Culture in Style
The Scottish Gaelic Festival, known as the Royal National Mòd, has kicked off in Oban with a grand procession along the seafront and an evening filled with live music. The festival, which celebrates the...
Analyzing Forres Mechanics’ New Signing with Steven MacDonald
Forres Mechanics boss Steven MacDonald has gone and done it again, folks! He's only gone and signed up Lewis Mackenzie for the Can-Cans. What a move, right?The gaffer is pretty pumped about this new...
Rothes Morrisons Store Closed Due to Fire Emergency
The Morrisons Daily store in Rothes faced an unexpected closure due to a reported electrical issue. The incident led to the fire service responding to a call and sending two fire engines to the...
Firefighters Tackle Blaze, Three Hospitalized – Early Hours Incident
In the early hours of the morning, a fire broke out at a flat in Aberdeen, leading to three individuals requiring medical attention. The incident prompted the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service to dispatch...
Identifying Missing Woman Shanahan MacInnes: Body Found in Western Isles
Police in the Western Isles were alerted to the discovery of a body in the Aird area of Benbecula on Sunday afternoon. This news came after Shanahan MacInnes, a 28-year-old woman, was reported missing...
UN Urges Labour to Scrap Two-Child Cap and Increase Benefits
The United Nations committee on economic, social, and cultural rights has issued a stern call to action, urging the UK Government to abandon austerity welfare policies like the controversial two-child cap. This committee has...
Celebrating St Andrew’s Day: Alex Salmond’s Family Plans and Traditions
Alex Salmond's family and friends are considering a significant celebration of his life on St. Andrew’s Day in Edinburgh. His body was brought back to Scotland after he passed away from a heart attack...
Alex Salmond’s Journey: A Visual Retrospective of the Former First Minister
Former First Minister Alex Salmond passed away today at the age of 69, leaving behind a political legacy that shaped modern Scottish politics. Known for his leadership roles in the Scottish National Party (SNP)...
Peterhead Fishing Port Reports Record-Breaking Fish Landings
Peterhead Fishing Port Achieves Record-Breaking Fish Landings Ahead of ScheduleIn a historic moment for the fishing industry, the Peterhead Port Authority (PPA) has shattered its previous record for annual fish landings. This remarkable feat...
Georgian Family Home in Midstocket for Sale at £699,000
Morefield House, a charming Georgian family home located in the Midstocket area of Aberdeen, is now up for sale at a price of over £699,000. This traditional home offers a perfect blend of classic...