News Archive
This is an archive of news articles from Aberdeen City Council up to 30 November 2021.
New movie filmed to encourage young people to Safe Drive Stay Alive
02 November 2017
From party, to passenger, to the emergency operating theatre and the consequences of life changing injuries – a new Safe Drive Stay Alive film will open young people’s eyes to the risks…
Local companies through to dragons’ den style final at St James’ Palace
01 November 2017
Two Aberdeen based companies will take part in the final of Pitch@Palace 8.0 at St James’ Palace, London tonight (Wednesday 01 November). Intelligent Gels and RAB-Microfluidics are among 12…
Nominations sought for Aberdeen community council by-elections
31 October 2017
Nominations for two Aberdeen community council by-elections will close on 16 November 2017. Members will be elected to the Castlehill and Pittodrie Community Council as well as the Garthdee…
Fireworks spectacular to light up the Aberdeen sky
30 October 2017
Thousands of people are expected to descend on Aberdeen beach on Sunday 5 November for this year’s Fireworks Spectacular. Hosted by Northsound 1’s Jeff and Lauren in the Morning, the…
Topping out landmark in construction of new £13 million city school
30 October 2017
Today (Monday 30 October) saw the topping out ceremony at the new £13 million Stoneywood School. Council Co-Leaders Jennifer Laing and Douglas Lumsden, along with Councillor John Wheeler,…
Exhibition to celebrate Aberdeen’s iconic buildings
30 October 2017
Eight of Aberdeen’s most recognisable buildings will be in the spotlight when a new exhibition opens next week. The Art of the Building Warrant will celebrate iconic landmarks including the…
Operation Fawkes launches with safety message
27 October 2017
The Aberdeen Community Safety Partnership is once again preparing to keep residents safe on bonfire night. Community safety agencies are working together to prevent antisocial behaviour and wilful…
Northern Alliance appointment for Aberdeen director
27 October 2017
The Northern Alliance has confirmed the appointment of Gayle Gorman as its Regional Improvement Lead. Gayle will be seconded from her current role as Director of Education and Children's…
Kelpies sculptor Andy Scott brings artwork to Marischal Square
27 October 2017
Internationally renowned sculptor Andy Scott has brought his world-class artwork to Aberdeen in the shape of a major new project at the prestigious £107million Marischal Square development in…
Aberdeen Jobs Fair attracts almost 1200 visitors
26 October 2017
A festive jobs fair has been hailed a resounding success after attracting almost 1200 jobs hunters in just three hours. The fair, held at the Town House on 18 October, was the first of its kind in…
Stoneywood Head Teacher Gael Ross in running for Teacher of the Year award
24 October 2017
Stoneywood School Head Teacher Gael Ross has been nominated in the Teacher of the Year category in this year's Pride of Aberdeen Awards which take place on 29 October. Gael, who was also…
Aberdeen unveils Scotland’s first Hydrogen taxi
24 October 2017
Scotland’s first hydrogen taxi is to start a one year trial in Aberdeen. The Hyundai ix35 hydrogen fuel cell car was granted a private hire taxi licence by Aberdeen City Council last month and…