Aberdeenshire Council7 days agoAppeal lodged over rejected crematorium plansThe fate of the proposals near Inverurie will be decided by a Scottish government reporter.7 days ago29 Jun 2025Homes evacuated as firefighters tackle property blazeFirefighters were called to a blaze in Swann Place in Ballater, and some local residents were evacuated from their homes.29 Jun 202527 Jun 2025Banff's historic former town hall goes up for saleThe A-listed building in the heart of the town dates from 1854 but is now "surplus to requirements".27 Jun 202526 Jun 2025Former council leader says she felt 'betrayed'The Scottish Conservatives say they planned to investigate Gillian Owen's conduct before she stood down.26 Jun 202525 Jun 2025Aberdeenshire Council seeks views on 'tourist tax'Residents and businesses including accommodation providers are being asked to take part in the survey.25 Jun 202524 Jun 2025Council assesses public toilet payment popularityAberdeenshire Council is asking residents whether they would pay to use its public toilets.24 Jun 20259 Jun 2025Nursery parents win closure review but concerns remainAberdeenshire Council has agreed to pause the mothballing of four nurseries.9 Jun 20256 Jun 2025Mothballing of Aberdeenshire nurseries to be pausedAberdeenshire Council previously told parents Ballogie, Crossroads, Glass and Sandhaven would close.6 Jun 202519 May 2025Child, 12, charged over primary school knife incidentPolice said officers received a report of a 12-year-old in possession of a knife in the Laurencekirk area.19 May 2025...