A crewman was operating a crane unsafely when his leg became trapped, an investigation finds.

Drugs were recovered in Aberdeen, Portlethen and Cuminestown, Police Scotland says.

Aberdeenshire councillors vote to end provision after hearing of a potential £700,000 overspend.

The Tory councillor made the comments at an Aberdeenshire Council committee meeting.

Four firefighters were deployed as part of a UK International Search and Rescue (UKISAR) team.

A coastguard helicopter, lifeboat and search teams were called into the search in the Portlethen area.

An investigation concludes that more needs to be done to ensure drivers are fully informed of emergency restrictions.

The Rail Accident Investigation Branch says two services went through the 40mph restriction at up to 100mph.