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General Election candidates confirmed for Aberdeenshire constituencies
The candidates for the UK Parliamentary General Election standing in the three constituencies overseen by Aberdeenshire Council have been confirmed.
07 June 2024
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A summer of educational Ranger Service events
Aberdeenshire Council’s Ranger Service has organised dozens of educational outings for families and fact finders to enjoy across the summer holidays.
27 June 2024
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A new direction – Council Plan and Place plans agreed
Big change is coming, after Aberdeenshire Council adopted a range of new plans which will change the way services are delivered.
27 June 2024
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School crossing patrollers petition noted
A petition requesting that Aberdeenshire Council reinstate School Crossing Patrollers was considered by full council today (Thursday 27 June 2024).
27 June 2024
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Aberdeenshire Council recognised at Royal Town & Planning Institute awards
Work to develop the Fraserburgh Beach Vision & Masterplan in 2022 and 2023 has been recognised by winning a prestigious planning award from the Royal Town & Planning Institute (RTPI).
26 June 2024
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Five more Aberdeenshire primary schools join peak time road closure trial
Five more Aberdeenshire primary schools are to join a peak time road closure trial, following a successful launch in Fraserburgh.
21 June 2024
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