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NewsPress & Journal (Aberdeen)

‘Special’ moment as Banff man wears late dad’s Scotland shirt to historic Haiti World Cup win

Troy Bruce says his dad Peter 'would have been proud' to see him and his siblings 'experiencing something he would have absolutely loved'.

21 June 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Fintry School likely to close forever as parents from Macduff and Banff move kids to King Edward after merger

While staff and parents have supported the merger, there has been division over which school should stay open.

19 June 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Two-vehicle crash on A947 between Turriff and Banff

Emergency services were sent to the scene this afternoon.

14 June 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

How Buckie businessman Charles Milne didn’t realise he had been made an MBE until P&J called him

Charles Milne has been made an MBE for his services to business and community development in Buckie and Banffshire.

12 June 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

WATCH: Dog’s dramatic rescue after plunging 50ft down gorge near Banff

Louise Buckley praised the emergency services who were able to reach Monty in time.

9 June 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Gallery: Thousands attend 27th Cornhill Highland Games

Cornhill Highland Games 2026 brought a fantastic day of traditional sport, pipe bands and Highland dancing to Cornhill near Banff on June 6.

7 June 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Colin Farquhar: What Banff means to me – from historic harbour to Ship Inn memories where I had my first drink

The Banff and Buchan coast is littered with treasures, once crafted, now left to time.

27 May 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

How Willie and Sonia transformed a ‘wreck’ of a property near Banff

Willie and Sonia Gordon rolled up their sleeves for a mammoth renovation project near Banff. But the couple prove that perseverance pays off.

24 May 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Banff paedophile jailed after ‘colossal’ collection of abuse uncovered

Michael Walsh, 30, was found in possession of more than a month's worth of sickening video footage.

22 May 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Banff police update over probe into ‘violent image’ threat to Reform UK supporters

Aberdeenshire campaigners reported an image depicting a shotgun as the “cure” for party supporters to police.

13 May 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Exclusive: Banffshire and Buchan postal vote blunder to be investigated after Reform complaint

The Press and Journal can reveal Aberdeenshire Council is probing why hundreds of postal ballots had to be reissued.

11 May 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

How Angelica and Jason turned historic Banff bakery into an incredible holiday let

The Duncans set about transforming the building at the back of Angelica's boutique.

10 May 2026
BBC Scotland

Narrow win over Reform among north east SNP victories

Good news for Banffshire and Buchan Coast! Our local representative, Karen Adam, has secured a win in the recent elections, holding off a challenge from Reform. It's great to see continued representation for our community.

8 May 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

‘Violent image’ social media threat against Reform UK supporters reported to Banff police

An image seen by The Press and Journal depicts a fired shotgun as the “cure” for supporters of Nigel Farage’s party.

5 May 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Men charged in connection with ‘court dock leap’ incident at Banff Sheriff Court

Derek Simpson, 41, and Ryan Simpson, 22, appeared in private at court earlier today where they were charged with a serious assault and threatening behaviour within another court building a day earlier

29 April 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Macduff hotel responds to Reform controversy after agreeing to host campaigners

The Knowes Hotel will push ahead with the planned event, one week after a nearby Banff venue U-turned on hosting Nigel Farage’s party.

29 April 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Rare triplet calves thriving on farm near Banff

Their prolific mum has produced a total of 12 calves over the past nine years.

26 April 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Banff man: ‘Cancer took my penis but I’m living life to the full’

Banff grandfather Alan Stewart chose life when doctors warned he likely had penile cancer. Now, he is speaking out and stepping onto the Brave catwalk to show that life can continue after diagnosis.

26 April 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Reform UK in Banff hotel row as party’s campaign event cancelled

Local candidate Conrad Ritchie said he was clear about the political nature of the event when he made the booking.

22 April 2026
Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Inside the battle for future of fishing in Fraserburgh and Peterhead

One fisherman believes proposed new rules which could hit the industry will be a top election concern in Banffshire and Buchan Coast.

19 April 2026

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