Ballater29 Dec 2025I used Lego to design a farm for people who are blind - like meMike Duxbury lost his sight 50 years ago and is helping others with disability get into agriculture.29 Dec 20255 Dec 2025Historic gardens project lands top architecture awardUnion Terrace Gardens in Aberdeen reopened to the public in 2022 after a £28.3m redevelopment.5 Dec 202520 Oct 2025Jimmy Fallon borrows kilt from hotel manager for King's Guard dinnerThe US comedian was invited to dinner at the Victoria Barracks in Ballater by members of 5Scots regiment.20 Oct 20259 Oct 2025King given Lego likeness by 'good neighbours' in DeesideThe King and Queen received the minifigures as they joined in a community celebration in Ballater.9 Oct 20252 Jul 2025Councillor seeks clarity over house fire responseIt took nearly 50 minutes to get to the incident which destroyed two homes in Ballater.2 Jul 202529 Jun 2025Homes evacuated as firefighters tackle property blazeFirefighters were called to a blaze in Swann Place in Ballater, and some local residents were evacuated from their homes.29 Jun 20257 Feb 2024Deeside bridge bolt thieves branded reckless by policePolice say the fixings were removed from a safety barrier at the crossing near Ballater.7 Feb 20246 Jul 2023Man dies following electric bike crashThe 61-year-old man died at the scene of the collision near Ballater on Sunday.6 Jul 20237 May 2023Celebrations continue after Coronation paradeParties are being held across Scotland after a military parade and church service in Glasgow.7 May 2023...