Police INCIDENT – Police have blocked off streets outside Wetherspoon in Peterhead.
Chapel Street and streets around The Cross Keys Wetherspoon taped of by police and emergency services on the scene.
Residents reported to the Peterhead Live page this evening.
Man dies after ‘taking unwell’ at Peterhead pub as police say death ‘not suspicious’
Staff at the pub rushed to the aid of the customer who had collapsed soon after arriving, and he was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Police say there are no suspicious circumstances.
Live Life Aberdeenshire (LLA) has launched its October Holiday Programme, offering a diverse range of activities to keep children and teenagers engaged and active during the school break.
Live Life Aberdeenshire (LLA) has launched its October Holiday Programme, offering a diverse range of activities to keep children and teenagers engaged and active during the school break. Running across LLA sports centres and libraries throughout Aberdeenshire, the programme is packed with multi-sport sessions, outdoor adventures, creative workshops, discovery events and activities designed specifically for young people with additional support needs (ASN).
The October Holiday Programme offers something for everyone, providing an ideal mix of physical, creative and educational opportunities:-
Multi-Sports Sessions: Young people can enjoy football, basketball and other team sports. Encouraging physical activity, teamwork and skill-building.
Outdoor Activities: Featuring Balance to Pedal sessions, tubing, a Nordic half-day camp and guided walks. These activities promote exploring Aberdeenshire’s stunning natural environment while staying active.
Creative and Discovery Sessions: LLA’s libraries will host workshops including Lego Club, reading activities, coding and discovery sessions. These are designed to foster creativity and provide enriching learning experiences.
ASN-Specific Sessions: The programme includes tailored activities for children and teenagers with additional support needs, ensuring all participants can enjoy and benefit from their holiday experience.
A special highlight will be Fishy Fun and sports activities from the Macduff Marine Aquarium and Active Schools. Children will have the chance to discover the incredible diversity of marine animals through hands-on activities and experiments. Meanwhile Active Schools and Partner Clubs will run sporting events, showcasing the various clubs available in and around Banff. In Banff, the library team will be running STEAMathon sessions at the Deveron Centre from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm, featuring coding, science experiments and story time for P1/2 pupils.
Cllr Anne Stirling, chair of the council’s Communities Committee, said: “We are committed to providing inclusive and enriching opportunities for all young people and the October Holiday Programme is a perfect example of this. It’s especially encouraging to see activities tailored to support children with additional needs, ensuring they can participate and enjoy the programme just as much as everyone else.”
Avril Nicol, Head of Service of Aberdeenshire Council’s Communities Wellbeing & Partnership, said: “The October Holiday Programme is not just about keeping kids entertained, but also about encouraging lifelong learning, physical activity, and social engagement. From sports to creative sessions, the programme ensures that young people can explore their interests, build confidence, and stay healthy in a fun and supportive environment.”
Parents can book places by logging in as their child’s account on our app or website or visiting the nearest Leisure Centre.
North-east residents are being encouraged to participate in a consultation on proposed new taxi charges.
Local authorities are required by law to review the charging scale and Aberdeenshire Council has consulted with the trade and developed a new scale for the public’s consideration.
The Aberdeenshire Council launch consultation on proposed changes to taxi charges is now live until October 4, 2024 and can be accessed at
Among the proposed new charges, which would come into effect on December 1, 2024 are the following:
Standard
Late Night
Festive Season
First 880 yards or part thereof
£3.00
£4.30
£4.60
Each additional 1/11th part of a mile or part thereof
£0.22
£0.22
£0.33
Waiting time per 10 seconds
£0.11
£0.11
£0.11
Standard Rate
Applies at all times out with the Late Night and Festive Season Rates which are detailed below.
Late Night Rate
Applies (a) Mondays to Thursdays from 10pm to 6am the following day; (b) Weekends from 6pm on Friday to 6am on Monday; and (c) Public Holidays from 6am to 10pm these being the 3rd of January, Good Friday and May Day.
Festive Season Rate
Applies (a) between 6pm on the 24th of December until 6am on the 27th of December; (b) between 6pm on the 31st of December until 6am on the 3rd of January; and (c) Weekends in December from 6pm on the Friday until 6am on the Sunday.
Multiple passenger surcharge
In vehicles so licensed carrying more than four passengers, a surcharge of 50% of the above fares may be charged.
Booking Fee
£0.50
Airport booking fee
Taxi drivers may add any current charge incurred at airports when either dropping off or picking up passengers. Drivers must make passengers aware in advance that extra charges may be added to the fare. Booking fees are to be shown on the meter.
Unacceptable mess
Passengers are carried on the understanding that the driver may charge a passenger, creating an unacceptable mess in the taxi, a maximum of £100.
Anyone wishing to make representations regarding the proposals which apply to taxis only and not to private hire cars, may do so within one month by way of our online consultation or by writing to us at: Licensing, Taxi Fare Review, Viewmount, Arduthie Road, Stonehaven, AB39 2DQ.
Aberdeenshire Council launch consultation on proposed changes to taxi chargesAberdeenshire Council launch consultation on proposed changes to taxi charges
Following on from receiving the prestigious Green Flag Award, Vote for Aden Country Park Often referred to as “the jewel in the Buchan crown”
Calling on all Aden Country Park fans, we need your help!
Following on from receiving the prestigious Green Flag Award, we are hoping that with your help, that we can get Aden Country Park recognised as one of top 10 Green Flag Award sites in the UK.
The voting closes at midday on Friday 11th October so if you can take 2 mins to register your vote, along with helping to spread the word, that would be much appreciated.
Aberdeenshire Council raises the ‘Red Ensign’ at Saltoun Square in Fraserburgh
Aberdeenshire Council raises the ‘Red Ensign’ at Saltoun Square in Fraserburgh
The brave men and women who kept our island nation afloat during both World Wars have been remembered with the raising of the Red Ensign in Fraserburgh.
Aberdeenshire Council was honoured to raise the Red Ensign – affectionately known as the ‘Red Duster’ – at Fraserburgh’s Saltoun Square on Tuesday, September 3.
Merchant Navy Day is celebrated in September and also provides an opportunity to celebrate our dependence on modern day merchant seafarers who are responsible for 95% of the UK’s imports, including half the food we eat, plenty of the fuel we burn and virtually all the products and goods we take for granted.
Attending the poignant event were Fraserburgh and District councillors together with representatives from Fraserburgh’s Lifeboat, Mission, Sea Cadets, Harbour Commissioners, fishing organisations and The Salvation Army.
Gabriel Watt of Fraserburgh RBL Pipe Band played ahead of the flag raising while Sarah-Jane Urmston of the Salvation Army performed the Last Post.
Chair of the Banff and Buchan Area Committee, Cllr Doreen Mair, addressed those present before Councillor James Adams raised the flag.
Cllr Mair said: “In Fraserburgh, the importance of the sea to our community and the safety of those who sail on it is very much to the forefront of our thoughts and deeply embedded in our day to day lives. Merchant Navy Day was established to remember those who kept our nation afloat during two world wars ensuring that we had the supplies we needed to keep going.
“This corner of the coast was known as hellfire corner during the war because of the danger posed to merchant shipping from the Luftwaffe so remembering those brave seaman in the Broch is even more poignant and important as many came from this area.
“Too often they are the forgotten or invisible service. By raising the Red Ensign today we will ensure that at least – on this and the following days – they are remembered and saluted. This simple act will mean so much to the families of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice, to those who have retired after a lifetime of service and to those who still go to sea now and face all its many perils.”
Aberdeenshire Council raises the ‘Red Ensign’ at Saltoun Square in Fraserburgh
