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Scots warned of 'scamdemic' as £860,000 lost to cyber criminals in 12 months

2 days ago | aberdeenlive.news | Ryan McDougall

Scots have lost more than £860,000 to cyber criminals in the last year as digital scams have increased by more than 1,000% in recent years, according to figures from the national consumer advice service. In what is being dubbed a “scamdemic” by charity Advice Direct Scotland, the number of such crimes rose from 94 in 2021-22 to 1,119 in 2024-25 – a 1,090% increase.
Mats Knoester extends Aberdeen deal with defender to stay at Pittodrie until 2029

3 days ago | aberdeenlive.news | Ruaraidh Britton

Aberdeen defender Mats Knoester has signed a contract extension that will keep the Dutchman at Pittodrie until at least 2029. The centre-back, who joined the Dons on a free transfer back in February, has quickly established himself as a key figure in Jimmy Thelin's team, most recently being the standout performer in the Scottish Cup Final victory over Celtic.
Aberdeenshire among areas to be 'hit hardest' by proposed inheritance tax changes

4 days ago | aberdeenlive.news | Ruaraidh Britton

Aberdeenshire could be among the areas hit hardest by the Government's proposed changes to inheritance tax. The most comprehensive ever research into the impact of the plans revealed the devastating effect it could have on the hundreds of thousands of family-run businesses in the UK.
Five Aberdeen venues win big in coveted Restaurant of the Year Awards

1 week ago | aberdeenlive.news | Laura Ferguson

A slew of Aberdeen restaurants have walked away with top gongs at the coveted Restaurant of the Year Awards by Deliveroo. Five of the city's restaurants have walked away with awards for several accolades in Scotland, from Best Mexican to Best Fish & Chips and a much-coveted Regional Restaurant of the Year award Local food lovers cast their votes to back their best-loved restaurants, with those who participated automatically entered into a draw to win £150 in-app Deliveroo credit.
Aberdeen city centre businesses see huge boost from Dons’ victory parade

1 week ago | aberdeenlive.news | Laura Ferguson

Aberdeen city centre businesses are celebrating a huge boost in trade after the Don's Scottish Cup victory parade. Shops, bars, and restaurants have said the economic impact of up to 100,000 fans flooding into the heart of the Granite City to celebrate with their Hampden heroes on Sunday saw some businesses increase trade by fivefold.
Man who claims Aberdeenshire farm hedge 'ruins view' of Donald Trump golf course takes fight to government

1 week ago | aberdeenlive.news | David Meikle

A man who claims a farmer's hedge has ruined his views of Donald Trump's Aberdeenshire golf course has taken his fight to the government. Graeme Moir lives next to a farm owned by James Duthie on the outskirts of Foveran, Aberdeenshire. Mr Moir has claimed the hedge stops him seeing the Menie dunes, the North Sea and the golf course owned by the US President.
Peterhead Prison Museum giving away free tickets to dads ahead of Father's Day weekend

1 week ago | aberdeenlive.news | Laura Ferguson

Peterhead Prison Museum is giving away free tour tickets to dads ahead of this Father's Day weekend. The popular Aberdeenshire attraction announced the return of its guided tours in March, with guests offered a unique opportunity to step back in time and explore the fascinating history of Scotland’s former 'Toughest Jail.' Led by knowledgeable guides, the immersive 90-minute tours provide a rare glimpse into prison life, which dates as far back as 1888.
Footage shows Aberdeenshire dog's life saved by vets in near-fatal choking after swallowing ball

1 week ago | aberdeenlive.news | Laura Ferguson

A dog had his life saved by Peterhead vets after he swallowed a ball in a freak accident. Rocco, a three-year-old Doberman, was struggling to breathe and already slipping into unconsciousness as staff at Mintlaw Vets in Peterhead worked to clear the ball blocking his throat. Dramatic footage shows the team managing to remove the ball in the nick of time, with owner Ray Howell - who had made a frantic dash to the Aberdeenshire clinic - able to take the beloved family pet back home the same day.
Daring Aberdeenshire woman to takes on Kelpies for children's charity close to her heart

1 week ago | aberdeenlive.news | Laura Ferguson

An Aberdeenshire woman is preparing to conquer the Kelpies next month to raise funds for a cause close to her heart. Jane Grieve from the Deeside area will climb inside the Kelpies on June 7 in support of Children First. As a long term supporter of the charity, Jane is taking on the challenge of a lifetime, scaling one of the 30m high sculptures to help keep children in the north-east and across Scotland safe from harm.
Strictly winner and Shetland star coming to Aberdeen this festive season for Christmas panto

1 week ago | aberdeenlive.news | Laura Ferguson

Scottish acting royalty and Strictly winner Joe McFadden and Shetland and Monarch of the Glen star Dawn Steele will lead the cast of Cinderella this festive season His Majesty’s Theatre. Joe will be stepping into the role of Prince Charming and Dawn will play the Fairy Godmother. Joe McFadden is best known for playing Raf di Lucca in Holby City, motorbike cop Joe Mason in Heartbeat and for winning Strictly Come Dancing.