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Aberdeen

Hibs manager Lee Johnson takes training ahead of Saturday's match against Motherwell.

Only sheikh can challenge Celtic and Rangers - too easy for Ange Postecoglou?

Dwight Yorke has put himself forward for the Aberdeen job.
Dwight Yorke has put himself forward for the Aberdeen job.

'Slow': Yorke opens up on Aberdeen manager situation and makes Spurs claim

Hearts manager Robbie Neilson takes his team to Kilmarnock this weekend as the cinch Premiership resumes.
Hearts manager Robbie Neilson takes his team to Kilmarnock this weekend as the cinch Premiership resumes.

'All teams except Rangers and Celtic want to be in Hearts' position'

The AAB promotions include new partners Lynn Wilson, Gunhild Dam, Jill Walker and Stuart Petrie.
The AAB promotions include new partners Lynn Wilson, Gunhild Dam, Jill Walker and Stuart Petrie.

Accountancy and business services group AAB unveils record round of promotions

Barry Robson has steered Aberdeen to four wins from his six games in charge. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)
Barry Robson has steered Aberdeen to four wins from his six games in charge. (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

How Robson has transformed Aberdeen and the sensible managerial decision

Aberdeen have confirmed Barry Robson will remain in charge until the end of the season.  (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)
Aberdeen have confirmed Barry Robson will remain in charge until the end of the season.  (Photo by Ross MacDonald / SNS Group)

Aberdeen make 'unanimous' Barry Robson decision after 3 candidates interviewed

David Annand’s clay sculpture of James Scott Skinner.
David Annand’s clay sculpture of James Scott Skinner.

Fundraising campaign to erect statue of James Scott Skinner in Banchory

Tetris
Tetris

Film reviews: Tetris | Dungeons and Dragons | John Wick: Chapter 4

'We are pleased to have delivered results in line with expectations for 2022,' says CEO Ken Gilmartin, whose appointment was announced in June. Picture: contributed.
'We are pleased to have delivered results in line with expectations for 2022,' says CEO Ken Gilmartin, whose appointment was announced in June. Picture: contributed.

Wood achieves 2022 results 'in line with expectations' in 'year of major change'

Barry Robson has guided Aberdeen to four wins in their past six matches.
Barry Robson has guided Aberdeen to four wins in their past six matches.

Robson 'set to be given Aberdeen job until end of season'

Aberdeen's Bojan Miovski netted in North Macedonia's win over Faroe Islands.  (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)
Aberdeen's Bojan Miovski netted in North Macedonia's win over Faroe Islands.  (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Watch as Aberdeen star Bojan Miovski scores winning goal for North Macedonia

Eamonn Brophy playing for Scotland against Cyprus in 2019. He hopes to add to his solitary cap
Eamonn Brophy playing for Scotland against Cyprus in 2019. He hopes to add to his solitary cap

Eamonn Brophy: 'Celtic told me I was too wee, then Hibs did'

These are 16 of Scotland's best restaurants according to TripAdvisor. Cr: Getty Images/Canva Pro
These are 16 of Scotland's best restaurants according to TripAdvisor. Cr: Getty Images/Canva Pro

Here are 16 of the most highly rated places to eat in Scotland in 2023

Ryan Porteous is hoping to return to Hibs as a fan after completing a January move to Watford. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)
Ryan Porteous is hoping to return to Hibs as a fan after completing a January move to Watford. (Photo by Craig Williamson / SNS Group)

Ryan Porteous on Hibs return, needing a balaclava for Ibrox, and Ron Gordon debt

Scottish celebrity chef Julie Lin will be serving up a menu created using tinned food at a pop-up restaurant in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee and Aberdeen to showcase the benefits of canned goods. Picture: Stewart Attwood
Scottish celebrity chef Julie Lin will be serving up a menu created using tinned food at a pop-up restaurant in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee and Aberdeen to showcase the benefits of canned goods. Picture: Stewart Attwood

Can-do: Why a Masterchef contestant is serving up spam bao buns

Aaron Mooy has developed into a key player for Celtic despite a low-key summer arrival. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Aaron Mooy has developed into a key player for Celtic despite a low-key summer arrival. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Celtic bargain and Rangers deadeye among 6 best Premiership signings this season

Aberdeen's Luis Lopes (L) and Rangers' Connor Goldson challenge for the ball during the previous meeting at Pittodrie in December.  (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Aberdeen's Luis Lopes (L) and Rangers' Connor Goldson challenge for the ball during the previous meeting at Pittodrie in December.  (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Aberdeen v Rangers rearranged for Sky coverage as Hearts fixture also moved

Barry Robson has impressed during his time as Aberdeen caretaker manager.
Barry Robson has impressed during his time as Aberdeen caretaker manager.

Aberdeen urged to make Robson decision - 'I don’t know what chain of command is'

Paul Lawrie and Spencer Henderson will be the opposing captains in next Monday's Paul Lawrie Foundation Challenge Match at Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeen. Picture: Paul Lawrie Foundation.
Paul Lawrie and Spencer Henderson will be the opposing captains in next Monday's Paul Lawrie Foundation Challenge Match at Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeen. Picture: Paul Lawrie Foundation.

Lawrie 'excited' to see top Scottish amateurs take on team of pros in new match

Jean Nairn, Executive Director of Scotland’s Finest Woods
Jean Nairn, Executive Director of Scotland’s Finest Woods

Forests and woodlands both big and small could be our Climate Change Champion - ...

Duk and Bojan Miovski have scored 32 goals between them for Aberdeen this summer (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
Duk and Bojan Miovski have scored 32 goals between them for Aberdeen this summer (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

The two Aberdeen stars wanted by Serie A duo after 32-goal haul

James Hill apologised to Hearts fans for his reaction after the loss to Aberdeen. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)
James Hill apologised to Hearts fans for his reaction after the loss to Aberdeen. (Photo by Mark Scates / SNS Group)

Hearts star James Hill apologises for reaction to supporter

Rachael-Rose McLaren and Gray O'Brien in Educating Rita PIC: Mihaela Bodlovic
Rachael-Rose McLaren and Gray O'Brien in Educating Rita PIC: Mihaela Bodlovic

Theatre reviews: Educating Rita | Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Mattie Pollock celebrates after helping Aberdeen defeat Hearts 3-0. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)
Mattie Pollock celebrates after helping Aberdeen defeat Hearts 3-0. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

Mattie Pollock emerging as Aberdeen fan favourite - special meaning of his goal

Lawrence Shankland apologised to Hearts fans for the performance in the 3-0 defeat to Aberdeen.  (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)
Lawrence Shankland apologised to Hearts fans for the performance in the 3-0 defeat to Aberdeen.  (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Hearts star in fan apology and strong response after Aberdeen defeat

Mattie Pollock had a standout performance in the 3-0 win over Hearts. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)
Mattie Pollock had a standout performance in the 3-0 win over Hearts. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

Aberdeen v Hearts extras: Away fan gestures, Dons talisman

Duk terrorised the Hearts defence in Aberdeen's win.  (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)
Duk terrorised the Hearts defence in Aberdeen's win.  (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

How Robson is Aberdeen job favourite as Hearts face 3rd pressure

Barry Robson, Aberdeen's interim boss, had his name sung by the Dons support. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)
Barry Robson, Aberdeen's interim boss, had his name sung by the Dons support. (Photo by Paul Byars / SNS Group)

Barry Robson responds to Aberdeen fans singing his name

Hearts boss Robbie Neilson. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)
Hearts boss Robbie Neilson. (Photo by Paul Devlin / SNS Group)

Hearts boss Neilson reacts to fan anger and reveals Cochrane sub decision

Ross McCrorie believes his form for Aberdeen has been strong.
Ross McCrorie believes his form for Aberdeen has been strong.

Aberdeen's McCrorie reveals disappointment at missing out on Scotland call-up

Hearts will have Lawrence Shankland back in action for Saturday's match away at Aberdeen.
Hearts will have Lawrence Shankland back in action for Saturday's match away at Aberdeen.

Both Aberdeen and Hearts get massive injury boosts on eve of crucial showdown

Angus Robertson was speaking at a cnference in Aberdeen.
Angus Robertson was speaking at a cnference in Aberdeen.

Boost for rural Scotland through partnerships with ‘Arctic neighbours’

Kirkwall, Orkney islands
Kirkwall, Orkney islands

Orkney islands linked to gene mutation which increases cancer risk

The firm says it has been in 'advanced' talks with retailers for its new range of products, with its first Scotland-wide listing going live in weeks. Picture: Ian Georgeson.
The firm says it has been in 'advanced' talks with retailers for its new range of products, with its first Scotland-wide listing going live in weeks. Picture: Ian Georgeson.

Restaurant brand FreshMex serves up major investment in new retail product trio

Hearts manager Robbie Neilson knows how important a win against Aberdeen would be.
Hearts manager Robbie Neilson knows how important a win against Aberdeen would be.

Aberdeen 'one of key games for Hearts' as Neilson discusses new Dons boss

Steve Agnew is the current interim Aberdeen assistant manager alongside Barry Robson.
Steve Agnew is the current interim Aberdeen assistant manager alongside Barry Robson.

How Aberdeen have flourished with new assistant Agnew at Pittodrie

Knight Frank is concerned about the prospect of 'creating quite different systems only a few miles apart'. Picture: contributed.
Knight Frank is concerned about the prospect of 'creating quite different systems only a few miles apart'. Picture: contributed.

Forthcoming changes to Scots property relief could create 'uneven playing field'

Current Aberdeen interim manager Barry Robson (right) and Scott Brown remain friends from their Celtic days.
Current Aberdeen interim manager Barry Robson (right) and Scott Brown remain friends from their Celtic days.

Barry Robson reacts to Scott Brown's Aberdeen job endorsement

Aberdeen's Luis Lopes and Hearts' Toby Sibbick in action during the previous clash at Pittodrie in October. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)
Aberdeen's Luis Lopes and Hearts' Toby Sibbick in action during the previous clash at Pittodrie in October. (Photo by Craig Foy / SNS Group)

Pittodrie pivotal as Hearts aim to withstand Aberdeen and Hibs in race for third

Bill Thain, National Account Manager at Mackie's of Scotland (Pic:Ross Johnston/Newsline Media)
Bill Thain, National Account Manager at Mackie's of Scotland (Pic:Ross Johnston/Newsline Media)

Loyal Mackie’s staff celebrate a combined 93 years of service

'We’re connecting parts of the nation other networks don’t reach, bringing an economic boost and backing rural communities,' says Openreach. Picture: contributed.
'We’re connecting parts of the nation other networks don’t reach, bringing an economic boost and backing rural communities,' says Openreach. Picture: contributed.

Scots firms set for better connectivity as Openreach continues ultrafast rollout

Council tax bills will be going up across Scotland this year.
Council tax bills will be going up across Scotland this year.

How much council tax bills will increase in every area of Scotland

Loganair chief executive Jonathan Hinkles said many business travellers understood the importance of supporting a route to keep it operating year round. Picture: Loganair
Loganair chief executive Jonathan Hinkles said many business travellers understood the importance of supporting a route to keep it operating year round. Picture: Loganair

Future Flight: Loganair's ‘very difficult message’ over year-round flight fares

Rangers and Celtic's B teams currently play in the Lowland League.
Rangers and Celtic's B teams currently play in the Lowland League.

"B teams debate settled a decade ago elsewhere, says Rangers academy director

Sky Sports have made their latest picks for the cinch Premiership season.
Sky Sports have made their latest picks for the cinch Premiership season.

Celtic and Aberdeen games moved for TV but Hibs v Hearts snubbed by broadcasters

The FTSE250 firm says it has seen increased passenger volumes on its buses since September, and driver staffing pressure ease. Picture: John Devlin.
The FTSE250 firm says it has seen increased passenger volumes on its buses since September, and driver staffing pressure ease. Picture: John Devlin.

Scottish-headquartered transport giant FirstGroup revs up profit targets

Brenda Page & Christopher Harrisson
Brenda Page & Christopher Harrisson

Elderly scientist jailed for murdering ex-wife 45 years after crime

The firm is active in the Catcher oil field in the UK central North Sea, about 174 kilometres from Aberdeen. Picture: contributed.
The firm is active in the Catcher oil field in the UK central North Sea, about 174 kilometres from Aberdeen. Picture: contributed.

UK's Harbour Energy sees profit jump 'all but wiped out' by windfall tax

The project will address defects on more than 2100 metres of the A90 carriageway from Mains of Longhaven to just south of Boddam.
The project will address defects on more than 2100 metres of the A90 carriageway from Mains of Longhaven to just south of Boddam.

More roadworks misery for motorists

UK to trial new groundbreaking endometriosis treatment

Ricardo Rodriguez is reportedly keen on the Aberdeen job. (Photo by Kenta Harada/Getty Images)
Ricardo Rodriguez is reportedly keen on the Aberdeen job. (Photo by Kenta Harada/Getty Images)

Aberdeen manager shortlist between 'four contenders'

The A96 is closed following a multiple vehicle crash
The A96 is closed following a multiple vehicle crash

A96 reopens after 10 vehicle collision

Sistema Scotland has secured an additional £1.5 million from the Scottish Government.
Sistema Scotland has secured an additional £1.5 million from the Scottish Government.

After funding cuts turmoil, culture sector needs to be treated with more respect

Chris Wilder has been given the Watford job until the end of the season.
Chris Wilder has been given the Watford job until the end of the season.

Aberdeen-linked Wilder takes over at Watford after swift managerial change

Lee Johnson believes Hibs can catch and overtake rivals Hearts.  (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)
Lee Johnson believes Hibs can catch and overtake rivals Hearts.  (Photo by Ross Parker / SNS Group)

Hibs have Hearts target in race for 3rd as Johnson set to have a go at Rangers

The Law Practice owner Lesley McKnight (centre) with Calum Crighton (left) and Richard Shepherd, who are Gilson Gray partners in the Aberdeen office. Picture: contributed.
The Law Practice owner Lesley McKnight (centre) with Calum Crighton (left) and Richard Shepherd, who are Gilson Gray partners in the Aberdeen office. Picture: contributed.

Law firm Gilson Gray expanding Aberdeen presence with latest acquisition

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Police and security staff escort a protester from the public gallery during First Minister's Questions. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images
Police and security staff escort a protester from the public gallery during First Minister's Questions. Picture: Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images

Holyrood bosses announce crackdown after protesters disrupt FMQs

The deposit return scheme (DRS) could be paused by Humza Yousaf. Picture: PA
The deposit return scheme (DRS) could be paused by Humza Yousaf. Picture: PA

Humza Yousaf considering pausing deposit return scheme

New First Minister Humza Yousaf. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire
New First Minister Humza Yousaf. Picture: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire

Analysis: Pity the poor schoolkids forced to stay and watch this FMQs

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