Ellon News

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Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice Shirley Anne Somerville announced the funding for this financial year only.

People across Aberdeenshire will have the opportunity to get involved and have their say on the proposed MarramWind floating offshore windfarm.

Potential new roundabouts at the Toll of Birness and Cortes junctions are among a series of options that public feedback is being sought on

Over the next eight weeks teams will be carrying out essential works starting in Kincardine and Mearns and working their way up to Banff and Buchan.

The local authority is highlighting the urgent need for foster carers to support children and young people, who are in need of a safe, nurturing home.

This weekend sees an entertaining mix of dancing, music, arts and crafts shine a spotlight on the Buchan area.

Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon has signed a pledge to protect and support Scotland’s vital fishing industry and coastal communities.

Colin Bowie will step out onto the Brave catwalk to raise money for Friends of ANCHOR.

Community groups and organisations which have made a positive contribution to Ellon has been recognised for their efforts by Ellon Rotary Club.

Aberdonian actor Jenna Innes will star in Heathers the Musical when it comes to the city’s His Majesty’s Theatre in September.

A north-east Conservative MSP has criticised new First Minister John Swinney for refusing to ditch the SNP policy on oil and gas production.

Animal welfare charity the Scottish SPCA have issued advice on how the public can help hedgehogs.

Clan Cancer Support is launching a two-day festival to mark the charity’s 40-year anniversary and celebrate musical talent.

OVER 120,000 premises in Moray and Aberdeenshire have been connected to fibre-based broadband, it has been revealed.

Martyn Lee, Executive Chef for Waitrose, who leads the retailer’s food innovation team shared insights with the finalists at Meldrum House.

A virtual event that will raise awareness about dementia will cover a range of topics.

National tourism body VisitScotland have unveiled their new CEO.

It’s a busy weekend n the north-east with a wide range of events taking place including military parades, 10k races and vintage vehicle gatherings.