The method of applying for school places in Aberdeen has changed – it now needs to be done online.

The Thistle Assistance Card is the size of a credit card and can fit into the wallet of anyone who might need extra help when travelling about on public transport. 

The company which operates the Aberdeen Bay wind farm is to run a community benefit fund which is open to community groups across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.

Vehicle hire firm Turner Hire Drive is offering charities the opportunity to apply for free short-term rentals of their vehicles to help in upcoming or on-going projects.

If you had a real Christmas tree this Christmas, you have a choice of how to dispose of it.

Happy New Year from local councillor Ian Yuill and the Mannofield, Airyhall, Braeside, Broomhill, Garthdee, Kaimhill and Ruthrieston Liberal Democrats.

I have urged council staff to repair a damaged bollard at the junction of Great Western Road and Hammerfield Avenue.

Merry Christmas from local councillor Ian Yuill and the Mannofield, Airyhall, Braeside, Broomhill, Garthdee, Kaimhill and Ruthrieston Liberal Democrats.

Whilst most of us will be enjoying the Festive break, many people will be working over Christmas and New Year to keep the rest of us safe, secure and comfortable.

It’s worth remembering that Christmas and New Year may be an unhappy time for some people.