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David McGuinness, from Inverurie, died after the incident in Stonehaven. Image: Police Scotland

David McGuinness, from Inverurie, died after the incident in Stonehaven. Image: Police Scotland

Man to stand trial after Inverurie dad died following alleged assault

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Rodney Shaw, 51, is accused of repeatedly punching David McGuinness, who the charge states suffered a cardiac arrest and passed away.

By Grant McCabe

His family have issued a public statement. Image: Sandy McCook/Police Scotland

Man who died in Fort William named as 25-year-old Ben Campbell

His family have said in a public statement that he "will be missed by all that knew him".

By Graham Fleming

Pennywise the clown

Young children left terrified after parent plays ‘ill-judged’ Pennywise prank at Aberdeenshire school

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Support is being offered after the "creepy clown" frightened primary one and two pupils during a lesson at Laurencekirk Primary School.

By Graham Fleming 2

Laura Mitchell from the SNP and Tory Elaine Kirby at the count.

Financial advisor topples SNP stronghold with shock Elgin by-election win for the Tories

In a surprise result, Conservative Elaine Kirby came top of the poll. The vote was expected to be a close call between the SNP and Labour....

By Hazel Lawson, Local Democracy Reporter

John Gallagher threatened to stab an Aberdeen shopkeeper. Image: Police Scotland

Knife-wielding robber ran into arms of police after brave Aberdeen shopkeeper fought back

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Balaclava-clad John Gallagher got more than he bargained for when he tried to rob the Premier Store on Urquhart Road.

By Dave Finlay

Icelandic strongman Hafthor Bjornsson (Thor) celebrates. Image: Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson

Strength icon and Game of Thrones star Thor Bjornsson hits HUGE deadlift at Rogue Invitational in Aberdeen – and considers world record attempt

Invergordon's three-time World's Strongest Man Tom Stoltman trails Mitchell Hooper and Bjornsson at P&J Live - and says it would 'mean everything' to beat 'unbelievable' Hooper and Thor to the title on Saturday.

By Ryan Cryle

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Teen airlifted to hospital after being hit by bus near Mallaig

The A830 was closed for more than eight hours after the incident.

By Alberto Lejarraga

Sandie Butler

Second man charged over death of Highland mum Sandie Butler

The 40-year-old died following a “disturbance” last month.

By Alberto Lejarraga

Peter Chapman has won a seat on Aberdeenshire Council three years after quitting politics.

‘You can only play so much golf’: Peter Chapman ‘comes out of retirement’ in Tory Aberdeenshire by-election hat-trick

The Tories took a clean sweep in the Aberdeenshire Council polls.

By Isaac Buchan

Latest news, courts, schools, and politics

Politics Staff at Trump International Scotland, near Balmedie, celebrated Donald Trump's election victory. Image: Derek Ironside/Newsline Media/PA Wire

Debate: Do you think Donald Trump’s win is good or bad for north-east business?

November 8, 2024

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Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire He stopped in for a "fine piece" earlier this week. Image: Waterfront Cafe

High School Musical star makes surprise appearance at Stonehaven cafe

November 8, 2024

Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire New pictures of the ship have just emerged. Image: Royal Navy

Haunting images of HMS Hawke surface as Fraserburgh wreck confirmed as wartime Royal Navy ship

November 8, 2024

Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeen Sheriff Court.

Aberdeenshire social care worker struck off after sexually assaulting two colleagues

November 8, 2024

Lifestyle Highfield steading is a breath of fresh air.

Lovers of the great outdoors should take a look at this £545,000 Drumoak steading

November 8, 2024

Moray Keith Christmas lights

Keith’s A96 WILL get Christmas lights in ‘victory for common sense’

November 8, 2024

Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Staff say the pup has "every chance of surviving". Image: Ythan Seal Watch

Fireworks blamed for abandoned seal pup at Aberdeenshire nature reserve

November 8, 2024

Highlands & Islands 99% of businesses wanted to see the money raised on the island invested locally. Image: Catriona Talbot.

Highland tourist tax one step closer as Skye residents say cash should be spent locally

November 8, 2024

Latest business stories

Aberdeen trailblazers shine at Scotland Women in Technology Awards

Apache blames windfall tax for planned North Sea exit

Housebuilder acquires unfinished Stewart Milne Aberdeen site

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Brian Henderson: ‘Family farm tax’ not the only Budget shock for north and north-east farmers

Shock as Aberdeen-based Wood Group value drops £500 million

Commission takes action over vacant crofts

Aberdeen Indian restaurant building up for auction with £225,000 price tag

Farmers’ union rallies support for challenge to ‘damaging’ Budget

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Highfield steading is a breath of fresh air.

Lifestyle

Lovers of the great outdoors should take a look at this £545,000 Drumoak steading

November 8, 2024

Kraftwerk legend Wolfgang Flur performs at the Lemon Tree in Aberdeen. Image: DCT Media

Entertainment

Review: Kraftwerk legend Wolfgang Flür at the Lemon Tree, Aberdeen

November 8, 2024

Ben View Guest House

Property

Stunning ‘substantial detached period villa’ guest house in Fort William hits the market

November 8, 2024

Liz with her walker at home in Nairn. She will embark on a walk around Cumbrae next year to mark her 80th birthday. Image: Jason Hedges/DC Thomson

Health & Wellbeing

Nairn woman, 79, caps osteoporosis battle with 10-mile birthday hike

November 8, 2024

Gary Carroll sitting down on rubble with rescue dog Coorie standing at his shoulder, looking alert

Lifestyle

Portlethen’s search and rescue dog handler Gary Carroll recognised by royalty as a local hero

November 7, 2024

Food and drink journalist Joanna Bremner and Andy Morton try out the toasties from Croque on Aberdeen beach. Image: Kenny Elrick/DC Thomson

Food and Drink

Croque: Do £7.50 toasties from the Aberdeen beach food truck live up to the hype?

November 7, 2024

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The funeral of Jim McColl took place today at Baldarroch Crematorium. Image by Wullie Marr/DC Thomson.

News

Friends and family bid final farewell to Beechgrove’s Jim McColl at private funeral

November 6, 2024

NC500 hotel in Shieldaig.

Property

North Coast 500 hotel with village shop on sale for £1.1m

November 6, 2024

A look back at Past Times

Remembrance Day: The war memorial, the plane crash and the two Aberdeen women never seen again

Retired Evanton doctor brings history to life with his Roman, Pictish and Viking alter-egos

When 100 children attempted to exorcise an Inverness ghost every night for a week

Revealed: The intriguing past of old monument near Aberdeen Royal Infirmary

Pittodrie, a poodle rescue and the Palace Hotel fire: Photos of October days in Aberdeen over the years

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First Class 2024

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First Class 2024: Primary 1 photos from Aberdeen schools

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September 30, 2024

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First Class 2024: Primary 1 photos from Moray schools

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First Class 2024: Primary 1 photos from Aberdeenshire schools

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First Class 2024: Primary 1 photos from Highland and Island schools

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September 30, 2024

Abandoned Aberdeen

Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire

Abandoned Aberdeen: The 65 ‘vacant and derelict’ city sites including closed convent, forgotten pubs and bulldozed businesses

Abandoned Aberdeen sites include land at Annan House, Logie Stores, Broadford Works and the old Hydrasun footprint at Pittodrie.

September 29, 2024

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The Scottish Government has released a list of all the sites across the city currently listed as "vacant and derelict" in an effort to stimulate interest in them. Read More

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Sport

Ross County Ross County's Ronan Hale celebrates scoring late on to draw 1-1 with Dundee United in August. Image: SNS.

Ross County’s Ronan Hale’s scoring exploits lapped up by legendary footballing grandad

November 8, 2024

Aberdeen FC Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin during the 6-0 Premier Sports Cup semi-final loss to Celtic at Hampden. Image: Shutterstock

Aberdeen boss Jimmy Thelin reveals how Sir Alex Ferguson helped clear his head after crushing semi-final loss

November 8, 2024

Aberdeen FC Aberdeen's Topi Keskinen (centre) looks dejected during the match against Celtic. Image: SNS.

Richard Gordon: Aberdeen can rise to the challenge of bouncing back from Hampden humbling

November 8, 2024

Aberdeen FC Aberdeen's Kevin Nisbet celebrates after scoring a late winner against Ross County. Image: SNS

Kevin Nisbet fitness update for Dundee clash delivered by Aberdeen boss Jimmy Thelin

November 8, 2024

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