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Aberdeen's Europa Conference League fixtures confirmed as Dons face daunting tasks
The Scottish Cup winners had hoped to reach the promise land of the Europa League but a 5-2 aggregate defeat to FCSB in the play-off has consigned them to Europe's third tier competition.

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Inverurie's Taste of Garioch 2025 cancelled as organisers issue statement
Taste of Garioch 2025 had been expected to see hundreds of people descend on the Aberdeenshire town to enjoy a celebration of the best of the north-east's food scene.


Jimmy Thelin pleased to get Mitchel Frame deal done as Aberdeen confirm signing
The 19-year-old has swapped the west coast for the east coast and agreed a four-year contract at Pittodrie, and he admitted he is relishing a 'great opportunity to play at such a big club.'

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Aston Villa launch seven-figure bid for Aberdeen youngster Fletcher Boyd
The Dons, who have just announced the signing of Mitchel Frame on a four year deal from Celtic, could see Fletcher Boyd depart after just three outings this season.


Ex-Aberdeen hero Bojan Miovski lifts lid on Rangers transfer after signing four-year deal
The former Dons hero has rankled a few fans in the north-east by joining their rivals, but Miovski admitted the interest from Rangers and a return to Scotland was too good to turn down.


Fire breaks out near Aberdeen homes as flames take hold on beach
Dramatic pictures showed the flames tearing through dense gorse at Donmouth Beach in Bridge of Don, with smoke also rising above a number of nearby properties.


New Aberdeen theatre company for learning disabled young adults to launch
The company aims to challenge misconceptions about disadvantage and provide a springboard for young people with learning disabilities.


Aberdeen beat Premier League giants in Mitchel Frame transfer battle with deal finalised
The Dons have finalised a £250,000 fee to secure the 19-year-old full-back on a four-year deal, and he has since made the move to Pittodrie and trained with his new teammates.


Aberdeen v Falkirk: Live stream, team news and more as Dons seek first league victory
The Dons are back in Premiership action after a disappointing defeat in Europe, and they need to get over their woe quickly if they are to secure a first league victory.


Aberdeen road closures and restrictions in full ahead of Offshore Europe 2025
Offshore Europe 2025 takes place from Tuesday, 2 to Friday, 5 September at P&J Live with a number of road restrictions to be in place.


Prince Harry's savage question Peter Crouch wishes he replied to with Meghan Markle joke
Peter Crouch enjoyed a brief conversation with Prince Harry at a charity football match where the Royal admitted his surprise surrounding the ex-Liverpool striker's marriage to Abbey Clancy


Aberdeen social care worker who stole vulnerable man's bank card and took £3,000 struck off
Michelle Felber was convicted of theft in court after stealing a vulnerable service user's bank card and withdrawing thousands of pounds from ATMs across Aberdeen and Portlethen.


Police release image of man on Aberdeen train after 'incident' near Dundee
British Transport Police are looking to trace a man who boarded a train bound for Aberdeen after an incident occurred in the Dundee area while he was on board.


Childhood trauma linked to mental health problems and chronic pain in later life
New research from the University of Aberdeen challenges the current view that trauma in childhood increases the risk of all health conditions. The study found instead that some conditions are more affected than others and women are more affected than men....


Aberdeen-based Wood Group to be bought for £216million by Dubai's Sidara
The Aberdeen-headquartered engineering and energy services firm said Sidara will pay 30p per share to buy the firm after reducing a previous offer for the business.


Aberdeenshire teen opens up on re-finding confidence after abusive relationship
The 17-year-old was supported by Aberdeenshire Bairns Hoose after being abused by her boyfriend. Her case was closed by the police due to lack of evidence, with Evangeline’s mental health suffering.


Aberdeen Childline counsellor to trek Great Wall of China in fundraiser for NSPCC
Gemma Cutler has volunteered with Childline for over two years, and she will join a group of 18 fellow fundraisers on the epic challenge along the Great Wall of China.


Aberdeen city centre restaurant devastated by fire announces autumn reopening
Vovem was forced to close after a blaze tore through the rear of the restaurant on September 26, 2024, with smoke seen billowing above Union Street as firefighters rushed to the scene.


HMRC explains rules for taxpayer on two different tax codes
You can check your tax code and personal allowance online


Aberdeen's Europa Conference League opponents confirmed as Dons handed Prague and Athens trips
The Dons have discovered who they will face in Europe, including a tough task at Pittodrie against Ukrainian outfit Shakhtar Donetsk and a trip to face Sparta Prague.
