Whats On In Aberdeen Local News
Tributes to footballing legend Denis Law at Full Council
Tributes to footballing legend Denis Law at Full Council News Image IFrampton Wed, 05/02/2025 – 10:53 am
Tributes to footballing giant Denis Law CBE – Scotland’s only winner of Ballon d’Or – were made today (Wednesday 5 February 2025) at Aberdeen City Council’s Full Council meeting.The Lord Provost of Aberdeen, Dr David Cameron, who chairs the meeting, made special mention at the start of the session to the city’s greatest footballing son who died aged 84, on 17 January 2025.The Lord Provost said: ““Denis Law was truly an iconic footballer, hero, and inspiration to many people,…
Thousands of people used free night bus services
Thousands of people used free night bus services News Image kaallan Wed, 15/01/2025 – 10:50 am
More than 6,000 people used the services of free night buses from Aberdeen City Council which went to key destinations across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire at weekends in November and December and Hogmanay.The weekend services, which operated from Saturday 16 November 2024 to Sunday 5 January 2025 and were paid for by Aberdeen City Council, saw week-on-week growth on the lead up to Christmas due to increased footfall in the city centre and increased awareness of the service.The buses on Hogmanay…
Communities to decide who should receive funding
Communities to decide who should receive funding News Image mayule Tue, 24/12/2024 – 10:14 am
Thousands of pounds are to be made available to local community groups for projects that aim to improve Aberdeen North, South and Central Priority Neighbourhoods.Aberdeen City Council’s Participatory Budgeting programme, known as UDECIDE, is inviting submissions for individual projects worth up to £3,000 in value with up to £20,000 in total available for each of the three localities – North, South and Central. A total of up to £60,000 is on offer with Aberdeen City Council making £40,000 available through…
New Aberdeen Deputy Lieutenants Commissioned
New Aberdeen Deputy Lieutenants Commissioned News Image korchard Fri, 06/12/2024 – 9:38 am
Six new Deputy Lieutenants have been commissioned at a ceremony conducted by Aberdeen’s Lord-Lieutenant, Dr David Cameron.Deputy Lieutenants are appointed by the Lord-Lieutenant to voluntarily carry out public duties on his behalf. The Lord-Lieutenant is His Majesty The King’s representative in the city of Aberdeen.The newly commissioned Deputy Lieutenants are Mr Myles Edwards, Mr Graeme Kinghorn, Mrs Morven Mackenzie, Mr Ian Ord, Mrs Rita Stephen and Dr Hector Williams.The selection process, which was led by the Lord-Lieutenant, identified individuals from different business sectors…
Christmas Village launches city’s festive celebrations
Christmas Village launches city’s festive celebrations News Image korchard Thu, 14/11/2024 – 2:16 pm
Christmas in Aberdeen officially started today with the opening of the Christmas Village on Broad Street.Organised by John Codona’s Pleasure Fairs on behalf of Aberdeen City Council and Aberdeen Inspired, the village will be open 7-days a week throughout the festive period until 31 December.Visitors and locals alike can join in the fun, including new thrill ride ‘The Twist’ as well as family favourites such as the ice rink, ferris wheel, bungy trampolines and children’s carousel. The village features more local food…
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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.
