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Milestone achieved as steelworks installed at Macduff Marine Aquarium
A multi-million redevelopment and extension of Macduff Marine Aquarium achieved an important milestone this week with completion of the steelworks installation.
22 August 2025
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Joint operation targets taxi safety in Aberdeenshire
A number of taxis and private hire cars were stopped and checked by Aberdeenshire Council Licensing Standards and Police Scotland recently as part of a joint safety operation.
08 August 2025
Live ammunition found among batteries at Portlethen household recycling centre
Live shotgun cartridges were found among household batteries at Portlethen recycling centre, creating a serious risk to site staff, customers, and recycling contractors.
08 August 2025
SQA results day 2025
Across the shire, 6,479 pupils took a total of 30,021 exams across a total of 74 different subjects.
05 August 2025
Cuminestown substation pre-determination hearing date set
A pre-determination hearing will be held in Peterhead on Monday, August 18, to discuss a planning application for a proposed 400kV AC substation and associated infrastructure at Mains of Greens, Cuminestown.
01 August 2025
Back-to-back Green Flag Award wins for three Aberdeenshire parks
Three Aberdeenshire parks have demonstrated dedication to excellent management and environmental standards by continuing their streak of back-to-back Green Flag Award wins from Keep Scotland Beautiful.
17 July 2025
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