mfm news http://feed.informer.com/digests/NYGCBEBDRO/feeder mfm news Respective post owners and feed distributors Wed, 10 Nov 2021 22:23:47 +0000 Feed Informer http://feed.informer.com/ Trump’s new Balmedie golf course to open next summer https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6598019/trump-new-aberdeenshire-golf-course/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:589660d1-b4aa-2067-64c2-85aaf76c333a Sun, 06 Oct 2024 23:01:30 +0000 New images show coastal views and water features on the 18-hole development. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeenshire Balmedie Trump International Links Graham Fleming Jon Daly was invited to view the course. Image: Trump International Scotland ‘We’re going to win the league’: Fans react after last-gasp Aberdeen winner over Hearts https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/aberdeen-fc/6598165/fans-react-aberdeen-winner-over-hearts/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:441b320d-6356-6532-5b1d-e953496374b2 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 18:31:38 +0000 The Press and Journal got fan's opinions outside Pittodrie after Aberdeen's Scottish Premiership win over Hearts. Aberdeen FC Aberdeen Heart of Midlothian FC Pittodrie Graham Fleming Fans are hoping for a first league title since 1985. Jimmy Thelin’s reaction as Aberdeen’s sensational winning streak hits record-breaking 13 games with thrilling win against Hearts https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/aberdeen-fc/6598024/aberdeen-boss-jimmy-thelin-tells-players-and-fans-to-enjoy-historic-win-against-hearts/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:7419b632-02be-1a02-24a6-53e618ddf2eb Sun, 06 Oct 2024 17:45:57 +0000 Aberdeen are the only team in the top-50 European leagues ranked by governing body Uefa to have a 100% record in all competitions this season. Aberdeen FC Aberdeen Duk Jimmy Thelin Kevin Nisbet Sean Wallace Aberdeen's Ante Palaversa celebrates scoring to make it 3-2 against Hearts at Pittodrie. Image: SNS Gallery: Aberdeen fans bring buzz to Pittodrie for Hearts thriller https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6597982/aberdeen-sea-of-red-hearts-clash/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:69dfcbdf-a681-e968-ba0f-b33e74298360 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:39:59 +0000 Press and Journal photographers Kami Thomson and Darrell Benns were there to capture all of the excitement. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeen FC Aberdeen Gallery Heart of Midlothian FC Pittodrie Katherine Ferries A stunning view of the dedicated fans at the Aberdeen v Hearts game. Image: Darrell Benns/DC Thomson ‘Vile and disgusting’: Westhill restaurant’s shock after woman caught defecating on doorstep https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6598054/westhill-duncanos-shock-woman-defecates-on-doorstep/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:946790d6-0247-f9bb-3dfe-3ea3af34e64a Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:15:28 +0000 Police are said to be investigating the incident. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeen Westhill Westhill Shopping Centre Graham Fleming The woman walking into the area at the back door of Duncano's. Image: Supplied Flooding objection to Benriach Distillery’s visitor centre plans dropped and work planned at Elgin town centre hotel https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/moray/6593358/benriach-distillery-expansion-latest-sunninghill-hotel-elgin/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:72c3b67d-be5a-1931-9ee9-28cac9adae1d Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:00:42 +0000 The latest Moray planning round-up is here. Local Business Moray coleburn distillery Elgin Elgin Town Centre Forres Lossiemouth Sean McAngus Drawing impression of visitor centre expansion. Image: Mhorvan Park/ DC Thomson/Design Major £10m plans for new Dyce offices could revive derelict Craigievar House site and create jobs https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6590121/craigievar-house-aberdeen-redevelopment-plans/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:394e9267-5c7d-558b-98f0-5794928ef290 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 16:00:40 +0000 Manchester-based real estate firm Arrowmere Capital 2 Ltd want to create a "high-quality working environment" at the flattened land in Kirkhill Industrial Estate. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire city team Dyce Kirkhill planning Denny Andonova Arrowmere Capital director Sam Ashworth says the planned office complex at the former Craigievar House site would be suitable for all sorts of businesses. Image: Denny Andonova and Scott Baxter/DC Thomson. Weekend court roll – a football yob and a stalker’s pizza delivery https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/6597906/weekend-court-roll-a-football-yob-and-a-stalkers-pizza-delivery/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:8f462b95-f14b-bd8a-1b73-63c2347c82ab Sun, 06 Oct 2024 15:30:48 +0000 Our reporters have been sitting in courtrooms across the north and north-east this week and covered a wide variety of cases. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Crime & Courts Highlands & Islands Inverness Moray News Aberdeen Sheriff Court court round-up Crime Inverness Sheriff Court Reporter Cuminestown sex fiend ‘haunted’ victim who considered him a friend https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/crime-courts/6595467/jaiden-frear-cuminestown-sexual-assault-macduff-banff/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:89b37490-1476-62e0-23ca-7552a6e95989 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 15:30:30 +0000 A woman has spoken out against the haunting betrayal of her former friend Jaiden Frear, 29, who sexually assaulted her when she was going through a difficult time. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Crime & Courts Aberdeen Sheriff Court Banff cuminestown Macduff David McPhee Jaiden Frear was found guilty of sex offences at Aberdeen Sheriff Court. Image: DC Thomson Don Cowie takes issue with free-kick awarded against Ross County for Celtic winner – and Brendan Rodgers praises Ronan Hale https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/ross-county/6598050/don-cowie-ross-county-free-kick-celtic-winner/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:419f1a12-82ab-d9b6-90e7-a220e8f9cf24 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 14:16:58 +0000 The Staggies were on course to be the first team to take points off Celtic this season, until Nicolas Kuhn's 88th-minute winner. Ross County Brendan Rodgers Celtic FC don cowie Ronan Hale Ross County FC Andy Skinner Ross County manager Don Cowie. Image: SNS Shinty: Oban Camanachd boss hails players after impressive win at Caberfeidh https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/shinty/6598039/shinty-oban-camanachd-boss-hails-players/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:08a7beb0-7028-fd59-008c-4937ff955118 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 13:32:21 +0000 Gareth Evans described the victory as one of the best results of his time in charge. Shinty Mowi Premiership Oban Camanachd Reporter Oban's Ross MacMillan with Kenzie Taylor (Caberfeidh). Image: Neil Paterson. Highland League: Reaction from around the grounds as Deveronvale win again while leaders Brechin edge Turriff https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/highland-league/6597878/highland-league-reaction-around-the-grounds/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:01163599-c4c0-3856-eada-35eb8aec3626 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 12:40:31 +0000 All the reaction from this weekend's matches in the Breedon Highland League. Highland League Banks o' Dee Brechin City FC Clachnacuddin Deveronvale Formartine United Forres Mechanics Fraserburgh FC Highland League Weekly Huntly FC Inverurie Locos Keith FC Lossiemouth FC Nairn County Rothes FC Strathspey Thistle Turriff United Wick Academy Callum Law Deveronvale manager Garry Wood. Image: Kami Thomson/DC Thomson I’m a Cambridge game developer – this is what inspired me to create A Highland Song https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands-islands/6591059/highland-song-love-letter-game/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:1cd2ba95-25cf-bb78-bce7-1c87159c762e Sun, 06 Oct 2024 11:08:39 +0000 PC, Mac and Nintendo Switch players have been enjoying the game since its release. Highlands & Islands Highlands Graham Fleming Joe was inspired to make A Highland Song from his childhood. ‘Gelato bandits’: Shocked Findhorn restaurant owner catches guests helping themselves to ice cream https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/moray/6597938/findhorn-restaurant-ice-cream/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:0aedd87e-a06e-1fba-0aef-909bc9dd8ae9 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 11:04:40 +0000 The pair were pictured laughing and smiling on CCTV as they used the scoops. Moray Findhorn Ena Saracevic To go with story by Ena Saracevic. 'Gelato bandits' in Findhorn Picture shows; Ice cream thieves. Findhorn. Supplied by Captains Table Date; Unknown Against all the odds, ‘MND Warrior’ Lucy Lintott Smith completes her family with third baby https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/health-and-wellbeing/6597106/mnd-warrior-lucy-lintott-smith-third-baby/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:51698f46-da22-b299-4434-5f988d65d46d Sun, 06 Oct 2024 11:00:05 +0000 Lucy Lintott Smith, the youngest Scot to ever be diagnosed with motor neurone disease, has defied the odds again by welcoming her third child. Health & Wellbeing health Lucy Lintott Motor Neuron Disease Reporter Proud parents Lucy and Tommy with their new baby girl. SNP chief Stephen Flynn defends £30k donation from green energy company boss https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/politics/6597956/snp-stephen-flynn-donation-green-energy-boss/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:4a95b3ce-5dc8-3d20-4c36-c48d8a04b5e6 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 10:39:52 +0000 The MP for Aberdeen South accepted the donation from Flotation Energy boss Allan MacAskill after lobbying on the firm's behalf. Politics Scottish politics SNP Stephen Flynn Derek Healey Aberdeen South MP Stephen Flynn. Image: Kami Thomson/DC Thomson. Huntly’s John Henderson thrilled after winning second World Seniors major of 2024 https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/other/6597937/john-henderson-second-world-seniors-major-2024/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:af9ed67a-0546-2c55-5d9d-26e809997a28 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 09:24:51 +0000 The 51-year-old defeated Leonard Gates to win the World Seniors Matchplay in York. Other sports Darts Huntly John Henderson Danny Law John Henderson was victorious in the World Seniors Matchplay at York Barbican. Image: Shutterstock. Scottish sheep ‘that thinks he’s a dog’ inspires new children’s book Christopher’s New Home https://news.stv.tv/north/scottish-sheep-that-thinks-hes-a-dog-inspires-new-childrens-book-christophers-new-home North East & Tayside – STV News urn:uuid:8cadb3a9-d0ee-c2c7-2479-7b5a3f8d965f Sun, 06 Oct 2024 08:58:03 +0000 Laura Meredith says Christopher's canine ways are a result of being looked after by her two Alsatians when he was abandoned at birth. North East & Tayside Christina O'Neill Steven Mackay looks forward to clash of Highland League’s top two after Brora Rangers’ win against Buckie Thistle https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/highland-league/6597875/steven-mackay-relishing-top-two-clash-after-brora-win-against-buckie/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:fa8c8558-484f-e92a-492d-5286930d01a1 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 08:00:00 +0000 The Cattachs defeated the Jags 4-1 to continue their good start to the season. Highland League Brora Rangers FC Buckie Thistle FC Highland League Weekly Callum Law Jordan MacRae celebrates scoring Brora Rangers' fourth goal against Buckie Thistle. Pictures by Jason Hedges/DCT Media. Aberdeen from above: 16 aerial photographs of the Granite City in the 1960s https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/past-times/6589328/aberdeen-from-above-1960s/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:a3fb0063-f290-0b24-39a4-cba2799e9cd4 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:01:38 +0000 It's only really in seeing Aberdeen from above that you can see how much parts of the city have changed since the 1960s. These photos capture the city before oil, when change was happening at a gentler pace. Past Times Aberdeen Royal Infirmary aerial photography Beechgrove broad street Holburn Street Mastrick Midstocket The P&J WEekend Torry Union Street Kirstie Waterston 1964: A view looking west from the left, with Urquhart Road, Seaforth Road and Trinity Cemetery with the King Street bus garage in the centre. Image: DC Thomson WATCH: Talented young Aberdeen pianist, 8, who performed with piano superstar Lang Lang https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/education/schools/6596351/aberdeen-pianist-joanna-goff-performance-lang-lang/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:f2e31cf6-00cc-51a6-0990-8b74f0485afa Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:00:58 +0000 Joanna Goff is only eight years old, but is already making waves, having performed alongside global superstar Lang Lang in China. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Schools China Classical Music piano st margaret's school St Margaret's School for Girls The Piano Calum Petrie Johanna Goff is back in Aberdeen after performing on stage with the world's most famous classical music star. Image: Kami Thomson/DC Thomson Could Aberdeen City Council REALLY be taken to court over bus gate ‘shambles’? https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6596202/aberdeen-bus-gate-court-challenge/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:7adb1920-32e5-9566-d1f5-6e4512ce6294 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:00:42 +0000 Aberdeen City Council chiefs are unmoved by a recent court ruling against changes to the high street in Inverness. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeen Aberdeen City Council Bus Gates city centre city team Common Sense Compromise Alastair Gossip The bus gate in Bridge Street in Aberdeen. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson Restaurant review: The Haughton Arms in Alford is a must-visit for tasty (and fantastic value) pub classics https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/food-and-drink/restaurant-reviews/6585844/restaurant-review-haughton-arms-alford/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:4ad824ed-5c27-00c7-6ae0-11b505b2253b Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:00:37 +0000 We visited this establishment in the heart of Alford for the first time and we were left impressed by the food and value. Food and Drink Restaurant Reviews Alford Donside restaurant review The P&J WEekend Lauren Taylor The Haughton Arms in Alford serves up hearty classics. Image: Kami Thomson/DC Thomson Sandford Lodge: What does the future hold for historic fire-hit Peterhead mansion? https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/6583326/sandford-lodge-future-historic-mansion-peterhead/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:415d7754-52d5-b584-c9ba-0d17ba4dfee2 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:00:37 +0000 An application has been submitted to de-list the historic fire-ravaged mansion - but do we care if it's demolished? Entertainment Lifestyle Outdoors Past Times Historic Buildings Historic Environment Scotland (HES) Out and About Peterhead Press and Journal Weekend The P&J WEekend Gayle Ritchie Gayle outside fire-hit Sandford Lodge near Peterhead. Image: Gayle Ritchie. Kevin Dalgleish: ‘Why I’m choosing beautiful west end for expansion rather than moving into Aberdeen city centre’ https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6595229/kevin-dalgleish-aberdeen-west-end/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:5016d9e1-b788-bbc4-17fc-f394766d9a3e Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:00:35 +0000 The acclaimed chef is extending his popular Amuse restaurant into the former oil and gas offices next door. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeen city team Kevin Dalgleish West End Aberdeen Denny Andonova Kevin Dalgleish plans to extend his restaurant into the former offshore offices next door. Image: Kami Thomson/DC Thomson. Kevin Dalgleish: ‘Why I’m choosing west end for expansion rather than moving into Aberdeen city centre’ https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6595229/kevin-dalgleish-aberdeen-west-end/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:5c2ce0d6-8444-d9eb-3729-010b11eb68fb Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:00:35 +0000 The acclaimed chef is extending his popular Amuse restaurant into the former oil and gas offices next door. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeen city team Kevin Dalgleish West End Aberdeen Denny Andonova Kevin Dalgleish plans to extend his restaurant into the former offshore offices next door. Image: Kami Thomson/DC Thomson. Inside the colourful life of Frances Farquharson who helped transform tartan and Braemar https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/entertainment/culture/6575231/frances-farquharson-biography-and-braemar/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:e09a0507-71ec-2aea-f314-a573263f5f45 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:00:24 +0000 The life of the American journalist who dined with the Royal family and championed Deeside businesses is celebrated for the first time in a biography by Caroline Young. Culture Lifestyle Braemar Braemar Castle Braemar Gathering Fashion Invercauld Estate The P&J WEekend Lottie Hood Caroline Young (right) has written the first biography on Frances Farquharson (left) who was a well-known and memorable figure in Braemar. Image: Caroline Young Keith’s pop up shops: Inside look at Moray town’s dynamite way to breathe new life into empty properties https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/moray/6594629/keith-pop-up-shops-mcclintock-stace-makes-roehill/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:a83db821-6c6b-df8f-1902-3043d20decc9 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:00:22 +0000 The Press and Journal explores how empty properties are being used as pop-up shops in Keith. Local Business Moray Keith Keith and Strathisla Regeneration Partnership Sean McAngus Empty properties are being used as pop-up shops. David Knight: You can’t make up the nonsense Keir Starmer, Aberdeen City Council and Police Scotland all say to justify their positions https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/opinion/6596377/david-knight-you-cant-make-up-the-nonsense-keir-starmer-aberdeen-city-council-and-police-scotland-all-say-to-justify-their-positions/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:0ea49611-aa10-49d1-46e6-e68d2dd6fe73 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:00:21 +0000 They say actions speak louder than words, but words destroy bad actions in a flash. Columnists Opinion David Knight Chief Constable Jo Farrell tried pouring oil on troubled waters, but her credibility with relatives of Alistair Wilson sank without trace after apparently announcing a new senior officer was on the case when, in fact, the investigator was still on holiday, writes David Knight. ‘Mean and nasty’ Portlethen carer stole from elderly man with dementia https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/crime-courts/6596558/portlethen-carer-michelle-felber-stole-from-dementia-patient/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:d85ed853-8bf3-9c33-29a7-c31f3e7b26a0 Sun, 06 Oct 2024 05:00:07 +0000 Michelle Felber showed "very little indication of any remorse" after using a vulnerable pensioner's bank card 13 times to withdraw his cash for herself. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Crime & Courts Aberdeen Aberdeen Sheriff Court Portlethen David McPhee Greedy thief Michelle Felber frequented cash machines in Aberdeen and Portlethen. Images: Shutterstock/Facebook Arbroath 1 Caley Thistle 0: Main talkings points and Duncan Ferguson reaction https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/inverness-caledonian-thistle/6595829/arbroath-1-caley-thistle-0-duncan-ferguson-reacts/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:591f153a-c771-7b43-2145-236da1af22d5 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 17:10:17 +0000 A week of despair for Inverness ends in defeat at Gayfield - as a positive performance counts for nothing. Caley Thistle Arbroath FC Duncan Ferguson Inverness Inverness Caledonian Thistle FC Scottish League One Paul Chalk Caley's Luis Longstaff and Arbroath's Brynn Sinclair. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson Arbroath 1-0 Caley Thistle: The big talking points and Duncan Ferguson reaction https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/inverness-caledonian-thistle/6595829/arbroath-1-caley-thistle-0-duncan-ferguson-reacts/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:34206593-70cd-3455-90ef-9cd4ac40de6c Sat, 05 Oct 2024 17:10:17 +0000 A week of despair for Inverness ends in defeat at Gayfield - as a positive performance counts for nothing. Caley Thistle Arbroath FC Duncan Ferguson Inverness Inverness Caledonian Thistle FC Scottish League One Paul Chalk Caley's Luis Longstaff and Arbroath's Brynn Sinclair. Image: Kath Flannery/DC Thomson Highland League results: Brora Rangers win impressively against Buckie Thistle https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/highland-league/6597044/highland-league-results-brora-rangers-beat-buckie-thistle/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:4801e8e9-d4a4-130a-f702-80c749568e7d Sat, 05 Oct 2024 16:33:59 +0000 We round-up Saturday's Breedon Highland League action. Highland League Banks o' Dee Brechin City FC Brora Rangers FC Buckie Thistle FC Clachnacuddin Deveronvale Formartine United Forres Mechanics Fraserburgh FC Highland League Weekly Huntly FC Inverurie Locos Keith FC Lossiemouth FC Nairn County Rothes FC Strathspey Thistle Turriff United Wick Academy Callum Law Jordan MacRae of Brora Rangers on the ball against Buckie Thistle. Pictures by Jason Hedges/DCT Media. Beautiful estate in Aberdeenshire countryside hits the market for £900k https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6597739/tarves-estate-sale/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:2a6068dc-af77-05a2-9ece-9d6f2bab23c2 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 15:10:12 +0000 The estate, near Tarves, offers almost 80 acres of woodland. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeenshire Aberdeenshire Property Tarves Ena Saracevic The home offers stunning views over Aberdeenshire. Image: Aberdeen & Northern Estates. Nato vessels to take to North Sea in ‘major’ wargames exercise https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands-islands/6597744/north-sea-nato-wargames/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:0f697303-0672-b106-927b-e45c82e4560d Sat, 05 Oct 2024 14:07:11 +0000 Up to 10 allied nations will test the "latest technology" in an exercise in the North Sea next week. Highlands & Islands Highlands Nato North Coast RAF Lossiemouth Graham Fleming Over 2,000 servicemen are set to take to the seas from next week. Image: Royal Navy Emergency services rush to B9016 two-vehicle crash south of Buckie https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/moray/6597746/crash-braes-of-enzie/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:ef8448be-f577-adcf-233f-e9d847f7ce95 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 12:43:32 +0000 They were called to the scene at around 12pm today. Moray Buckie crash Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Ena Saracevic Emergency services were called at around 12pm today. Image: DC Thomson. Review: Cast’s power to enthral and entertain still shines bright https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/6597705/review-casts-power-to-enthral-and-entertain-still-shines-bright/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:66cc894a-4167-4adf-ec65-09eb384b177f Sat, 05 Oct 2024 10:45:58 +0000 Liverpool band show why clamour for all things Britpop is back in style after rocking the Lemon Tree in Aberdeen. News Cast Review Paul Third Cast frontman John Power at the Lemon Tree on Friday. Image: Paul Third/DC Thomson Prominent Torry restaurant shuts doors for good after three years in business https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6597717/victoria-kitchen-shuts-doors-after-three-years/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:20d749ad-cb44-93c0-ba00-b5d3a0000a6d Sat, 05 Oct 2024 10:35:08 +0000 The ownership said it was a "pleasure" to serve their customers over the years. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeen Torry Victoria Road Graham Fleming The popular Victoria Road haunt is set to shut for good. Image: Google Maps Emergency services close Bridge of Don road after two-vehicle crash https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6597710/bridge-of-don-two-car-crash/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:83e3dd62-c223-1694-598f-4fda15985d15 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 09:04:21 +0000 Drivers are currently being diverted from the scene. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeen B997 Bridge of Don Police Scotland Graham Fleming The two-car crash occurred in Bridge of Don this morning. Image: Chris Cromar/DC Thomson Bridge of Don road closed after crash between 4×4 and car https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6597710/bridge-of-don-two-car-crash/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:234f3a56-13c7-15c6-6dae-a1f4b6adb992 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 09:04:21 +0000 Both vehicles had to be recovered from the scene earlier this morning. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeen B997 Bridge of Don Police Scotland Graham Fleming The two-car crash occurred in Bridge of Don this morning. Image: Chris Cromar/DC Thomson Richard Gordon: Celtic’s truly depressing Champions League stats prove Scotland is a Europa League nation https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/scottish/6596880/richard-gordon-celtic-champions-league-stats-truly-depressing/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:bded0058-c957-a2ea-5bf6-887c3c91407f Sat, 05 Oct 2024 06:30:29 +0000 A humbling in Dortmund showed Celtic must be more pragmatic on their travels - but the Hoops' overall numbers paint a miserable picture about our game's standing in Europe. Caley Thistle Scottish Football Aberdeen FC Celtic FC Richard Gordon Reporter Borussia Dortmund's Signal Iduna Park scoreboard made grim reading for Celtic. Image: Shutterstock. New phone mast life-changing for Skye fisherman https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/business/scotland-business/6595652/new-phone-mast-life-changing-for-skye-fisherman/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:978ca446-4847-8abf-ce4f-fcf4e792f580 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:00:58 +0000 Iain MacAskill tells us he's never been so well-connected at sea. Highlands & Islands Scotland business 4G fisherman Isle of Skye Mallaig Keith Findlay Iain can easily keep on top of his business admin, and stay in touch with family and friends miles offshore. Image: Iain Ferguson, The Write Image Nearly 3,000 acres of Scottish countryside up for grabs in near-£11 million sale https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/business/farming/6596717/nearly-3000-acres-of-scottish-land-up-for-grabs-in-near-11m-sale/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:e2f24153-2d30-492b-2c96-1b35d0992459 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:00:57 +0000 Buyers with deep pockets better move fast as the current owner, Jeremy Leggett, needs offers in by December 10. Farming rewilding Strutt & Parker Keith Findlay A tree survey on Bunloit Estate. Ask a local: My 5 favourite things about Drumnadrochit https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/highlands-islands/6568172/ask-a-local-5-favourite-drumnadrochit-russell-fraser/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:4da04152-163f-8b21-7f00-adcbf9f1f9ca Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:00:57 +0000 The Loch Ness Hub's Russell Fraser talks us through the five best things about his home village. Highlands & Islands Ask A Local Drumnadrochit Highlands The P&J WEekend Stuart Findlay Russell Fraser, managing director of the Loch Ness Hub, in Drumnadrochit. Image: Sandy McCook/DC Thomson Should pubs ditch pints? Elgin and Aberdeenshire barmen have their say https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/food-and-drink/6593415/talking-point-pubs-ditch-pints-beer/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:62ccf766-52a5-8561-670d-749f2d950b8b Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:00:54 +0000 A study from Cambridge University suggested we should ditch pints for something smaller - is it "nonsense" or the "right move"? We've asked some local pubs. Food and Drink Lifestyle alcoholic beverages Beer pints Press and Journal Weekend Talking Point The P&J WEekend Joanna Bremner Calum McWilliam, manager of Against the Grain in Elgin. Image: Sandy McCook/DC Thomson Prepare to be wowed by Elaine Gordon’s Instagrammable Chapelton home https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/home-gardens/property/6592233/chapelton-home-instagram/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:ef3706aa-64d7-346b-7e79-dc0314ca0784 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:00:53 +0000 Elaine Gordon and her husband Graham say the open-plan layout of their home was inspired by a trip to Australia. Homes & Gardens Lifestyle Property Aberdeenshire Homes Chapelton home decor Home interiors renovations The P&J WEekend Rosemary Lowne Elaine Gordon, pictured, has created her dream home in Chapelton. Image: Mission 10 Pet Tales: Why Ember the sassy corn snake’s Aberdeen owner says she’s nothing to be feared https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/pets/6591116/pet-tales-corn-snake-ember-aberdeen/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:4c616c8a-84cd-1ff5-b1c8-b9193c056a81 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:00:52 +0000 In the latest instalment of our Pet Tales series, Caitlin Tittensor, 24, from Cove, tells us about the misconceptions of owning her corn snake Ember. Pets Aberdeen exotic pets Pet Tales Snakes The P&J WEekend Kirstin Brown Aberdeen reptile-owner Caitlin says that her corn snake Ember is a rewarding pet to own. Image: DCT Design ‘Dream come true’ as Aberdeen couple bring Mai’s Vietnamese Kitchen to city centre https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6592657/mais-vietnamese-restaurant-aberdeen-city-centre/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:d25d1253-bb7f-ad69-c867-a39031d9ab75 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:00:52 +0000 Mai Simpson has been running a take-away service from home since 2021 - and now plans to transform an empty unit on Back Wynd into an authentic Vietnamese restaurant. Aberdeen & Aberdeenshire Aberdeen Aberdeen city centre city team VIetnam Denny Andonova Dave and Mai Simpson will transform the vacant unit on 12B Back Wynd into a Vietnamese restaurant. Image: Kami Thomson/DC Thomson. Inverness roofer elbowed clubber he thought had touched his girlfriend https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/crime-courts/6597350/inverness-roofing-contractor-bruce-campbell-elbowed-nightclubber/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:c6abf7d8-68e1-4651-98a8-315d9d915021 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:00:51 +0000 Bruce Campbell, 24, was found guilty after going on trial accused of causing his victim severe injury and permanent disfigurement. Crime & Courts Highlands & Islands Inverness Glasgow Sheriff Court Reporter Company director Bruce Campbell. Image: Facebook Ross County’s Kacper Lopata reveals how UFC and boxing influenced his style of play https://www.pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/football/ross-county/6596922/ross-county-kacper-lopata-ufc-boxing/ Press and Journal urn:uuid:cb0e7ad7-bb6e-7aae-cfdc-b5677449ae51 Sat, 05 Oct 2024 05:00:49 +0000 Polish defender Lopata's whole-hearted approach has already made him a hit with the Staggies fans. Ross County Celtic FC Kacper Lopata Premiership Ross County FC Andy Skinner Ross County defender Kacper Lopata. Image: SNS