Whats On In Aberdeen Local News
Tenants supported with rent costs through new fund
Tenants supported with rent costs through new fund News Image ellmcdonald Fri, 17/10/2025 – 12:52 pm
A new fund aimed at supporting Council tenants through financial difficulty has delivered significant positive outcomes in its pilot year. The Rent Assistance Fund, launched on 1 April 2024, aims to assist Council tenants who may be facing financial hardship and through no fault of their own may be struggling to pay their rent.Convener of the Communities, Housing and Public Protection Committee Councillor Miranda Radley said: “We are committed to supporting our tenants, especially during challenging times.“The success of this…
Mental health ‘I’m Fine’ Festival returns next month
Mental health ‘I’m Fine’ Festival returns next month News Image korchard Wed, 24/09/2025 – 1:22 pm
The free to attend ‘I’m Fine’ Festival returns next month as part of Aberdeen City Council’s commitment to help people access opportunities to aid their mental, physical and social well-being.Aiming to build on the success of last year, the festival will run from Monday 6 October to Saturday 11 October, with talks and events focused on wellbeing and mental health being held across the city.The Council’s Healthy Minds and City Libraries Teams have worked together with charity partner Scottish Action…
Langstane Place studios celebrates 20 years at the heart of Aberdeen’s creative community
Langstane Place studios celebrates 20 years at the heart of Aberdeen’s creative community This Friday 12 September marks the 20th anniversary of Langstane Place studios, a vibrant artist studio…
£2.276 million grant funding boost for Council’s civic improvements programme
£2.276 million grant funding boost for Council’s civic improvements programme News Image IFrampton Wed, 10/09/2025 – 2:50 pm
The Council today (Wednesday 10 September) announced a £2,1276,180 grant funding boost which will help drive forward a five-year heritage and conservation programme aimed at addressing social, economic and environmental issues in the eastern part of Aberdeen City Centre.The funding comes from National Lottery Heritage Fund Scotland and Historic Environment Scotland which both granted £1,138,090, It will be added to the £2.1M earmarked by the Council, along with a further £975,000 contribution from building owners for the Silver City Heritage…
Council achieves award for tackling inequality and violence at work
Council achieves award for tackling inequality and violence at work News Image IFrampton Thu, 21/08/2025 – 1:29 pm
Aberdeen City Council has retained its bronze award accreditation from Scotland’s national policy and advocacy body working on women’s labour market equality, for its work on addressing gender inequality and violence against women. The Equally Safe at Work programme, developed by Close The Gap aims to support employers in reviewing workplace culture and ensure that policies and practices are enhanced to address the barriers that women face at work.Councillor Neil Copland, the Council’s Staff Governance Committee Convener,…
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BBC News – Aberdeen
- Tortured man's death in high-rise flat plunge could have been avoided - inquiry
on October 9, 2026 at 2:19 pmThe possible location of screams were wrongly recorded in a 999 call and Jamie Forbes fell to his death from the flat in Aberdeen.
- Man jailed for 1970s murder of his scientist ex-wife dies
on October 9, 2026 at 9:21 amChristopher Harrisson, 85, escaped justice for killing Brenda Page for 45 years but was found guilty in 2023.
- Football fans asked to help solve notorious Aberdeen murder 43 years on
on October 9, 2026 at 6:09 amTaxi driver George Murdoch was found dead in Aberdeen with the garrotte lying nearby.
- Staff sickness a major factor behind critical incident, says NHS Grampian boss
on October 8, 2026 at 5:41 pmEmergency departments in Aberdeen and Elgin struggled to cope with demand last month.
Aberdeen Live
- Cause of death for Scotland's longest-serving prisoner at HMP Grampian confirmed
by Ruaraidh Britton on October 9, 2026 at 1:20 pmArthur Duncan was jailed for the rape and murder of Linda Bull in Hampshire in 1970.
- Scottish Fish and Chip Awards nominations - full list of north-east venues up for prizes
by Laura Ferguson on October 9, 2026 at 1:20 pmDozens of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire restaurants and chippers have been nominated across multiple categories.
- Stephen Robinson determined to make Pittodrie a fortress as Aberdeen boss issues squad update
by Ruaraidh Britton on October 9, 2026 at 11:33 amThe Dons boss welcomes back two key players into his squad for this weekend's clash with St Johnstone.
- Chris Cadden reveals why extended international break was perfect for Aberdeen
by Ruaraidh Britton on October 9, 2026 at 10:55 amThe Dons went into the break on the back of an improving run of form that saw Stephen Robinson's side beat Motherwell, Kilmarnock in the League Cup, and draw with Hibs at Easter Road.
Daily Record
- Neil Doncaster in coy address of Rangers and Man City punishment contrast amid 'uncomfortable' SPFL position
by reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Mark Pirie) on October 9, 2026 at 2:11 pmSpeculation has ramped up over the potential punishments awaiting City for Premier League rule breaches
- Three dead after horror attack at Riyadh Airport as Houthi rebels blow up plane
by reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Annette Belcher, Eliana Nunes) on October 9, 2026 at 1:55 pmThree Saudi citizens have been killed and several other people injured in two attacks on King Khalid International Airport in the capital, Riyadh
- Ex Killie boss Bobby Williamson on the club that still means everything to him
by reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Ross Dunn) on October 9, 2026 at 1:55 pmRecalling memories of how the entire town was transformed into a sea of blue and white stripes ahead of the Scottish Cup Final against Falkirk in 1997 Williamson was overcome with emotion. It’s clear that the club still holds a special place in his heart.
- Lib Dems to oppose John Swinney's 'extreme' plans to merge councils across Scotland
by reporters@dailyrecord.co.uk (Chris McCall) on October 9, 2026 at 1:55 pmEXCLUSIVE: Alex Cole-Hamilton told the Record the country did not need more council areas so large they could be seen from space.
Aberdeen University Students’ Association News
- Student Council Election Results RELEASED
on October 8, 2026 at 1:44 pm - Student Council Elections RESULTS DAY!
on October 8, 2026 at 1:31 pm - Officer Statement around Turnitin
on September 30, 2026 at 4:37 pmYou may have heard some reports relating to Turnitin and plans for using submitted student work to train artificial intelligence (AI) models. This statement has been released to directly address any concerns that these reports may have raised.
- SU and University of Aberdeen Support Services
on April 17, 2026 at 3:17 pmThis resource has been created by the SU to help you find the support and support service you or your membership need during this difficult time. You are not expected to navigate this on your own. Support is available, and there are people who want to help. We encourage you to explore these resources and reach out in a way that feels right for you.
