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George Ross, known as Dod, with wife Loretta and children Lucas and Keira in his "Fergie" tractor.

Tributes for Tarves farmer and ‘best daddy’ George Ross, after sudden death at 44

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Around 700 people turned out to bid the former Ellon Academy pupil - known as Dod - one final farewell.

By Lindsay Bruce

Caley Thistle consultant and former chairman Alan Savage at Monday's press conference. Image: Jasperimage.

Caley Thistle latest: Alan Savage says he’s ‘run out of money’ and calls on key figures in Inverness to save liquidation-threatened club

The Inverness consultant spoke to the media about the real threat of liquidation within months on same day administrators revealed no buyer for Caley Thistle has been found.

By Paul Chalk

Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin on the touch line during the 2-2 draw with Dundee United at Pittodrie. Image: SNS

Duncan Shearer: Will Aberdeen and Ross County hold nerve in Scottish Premiership run-in? Are Caley Thistle part-time football bound?

Consistency is in short supply as the Scottish top-flight campaign enters the home straight - including at Pittodrie and in Dingwall.

By Duncan Shearer

Boy, 17, accused of attempted murder after alleged Stonehaven stabbing

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An 18-year-old was taken to hospital following the incident in Market Square and now another teen has appeared in court.

By Ewan Cameron

Vandals have damaged the facilities. Image: Facebook.

Macduff Primary School head hits out at vandals who targeted playground

Vapes, aerosol cans and lighters were amongst items left by vandals.

By Ena Saracevic

Human faeces, blocked lay-bys and trashed beauty spots: NC500 The Dirty Truth admin speaks about locals’ biggest issues

Robin Pettigrew, who lives in Lochcarron in Wester Ross, says he's 'not against tourism', but wants visitors to respect local residents.

By Alberto Lejarraga

APPROVED: New Farmfoods to be built in Old Aberdeen after supermarket fights council’s refusal

The frozen food chain had been refused permission for the site off King Street, amid continuing fears over lorry deliveries, but have now persuaded elected members into overruling officials' verdict.

By Ben Hendry