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Craig Brown spoke to our Sports Editor Dave Galloway after Aberdeen legend passed away.
Aberdonian paracyclist Neil Fachie's been chatting to our Sports Editor Dave Galloway about winning 2 gold medals on The Gold Coast for Team Scotland.
Amber Johnston's boyfriend Luke Wood, 21, has made good progress following a car accident 18 months ago.
His family and friends have been fundraising tirelessly to help his recovery.
Aberdeen city Councillors have been questioning planning officers on their reccommendation to approve the 50 million pound complex gets the go-ahead - Phil McDonald reports
The Don's bid for a new stadium has been backed by planners.
Aberdeen City Council officials have now recommended the project for approval - with elected members due to vote on Monday.
With the vote on Aberdeen FC's Kingsford Stadium just 11 days away, we've heard from both sides of the debate on how they're feeling after the second pre-determination hearing.
Our reporter Phil McDonald spoke with David Davis, who sleeps rough on Union Street, about life on the streets.
A new report has found that half of street beggars are in full time accommodation, but need help for other 'multiple complex needs'.
Victoria Kennedy experienced mental health problems while pregnant with her second child, she's now using her story to help others access support.
Recorded live from Dens Park ahead of Dundee v, Aberdeen listen again to the Red Friday team react to the news that McInnes had chosen to stay with Aberdeen and we hear from one of the more outspoken voices from the weeks of speculation, Ewen Cameron.
Jeff and Lauren were talking about the Elf on the Shelf on the breakfast show. Here's what your elves have been up to...
An extended version of the show, including the best preview of Aberdeen's Sunday clash away to Kilmarnock.
Plus, we speak to local footballing legend Denis Law.
With Dave Macdermid, Dave Galloway and Andrew Shinie.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes speaking about a tie up between The Dons' promotion of next summer's Open Championship at Carnoustie.
The former Open Champion's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, as Aberdeen FC promote next summer's event at Carnoustie.
Colin Cruickshank's 19-year-old daughter was working front of house when a man came in carrying a knife.
Nothing was taken, but staff have been "shaken up" by the incident.
CEO of The Royal Caledonian Curling Club, Bruce Crawford has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Scottish Junior Champion Sophie Jackson's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Alex Taylor, 10, is a player escort at tonight's Scotland v Slovakia World Cup Qualifier.
Milene Munro - who came up with the idea - says she was "disgusted" when she found out bikes were being damaged. One was found twisted on the ground.
Dave Galloway and Phil McDonald with the match details from Hearts v Aberdeen at Murrayfield.
Dave Galloway and Phil McDonald with the action from the first half of an action packed game at Murrayfield in Edinburgh. It's Hearts v Aberdeen.
Paul Clarkson from Soul sees no reason why they should have to take down the 'All for Aurora' sign.
Two moped riders are being hunted by police - after an 8 year old boy was knocked down in Aberdeen.
It happened yesterday afternoon on Cornhill Terrace - little LJ Jackson remains in hospital this lunchtime after the hit and run.
His mum Kerry's speaking to our reporter Phil McDonald
The Aberdeen director and former Scotland boss has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of the must win matches against Lithuania and Malta. (Pic : PA IMAGES)
Kris Niddrie lives in Texas along with his wife Sarah. They've been caught up in Hurricane Harvey.
At just 20 years old - Scott Wright is one of the brightest young talents at Pittodrie.
He's already made his mark at Aberdeen - including that game at Firhill...
With where did it all start for the young winger?
Phil McDonald takes a look back at his journey to first team football with Aberdeen.
Audio: Northsound 1 and Red TV/Aberdeen Football Club Image: Red TV/Aberdeen Football Club
Anthony O’Connor scored the Dons 8,000th competitive goal in the 26th minute of the league game against Hamilton last week.
We look back at some player and fan favourites from across the years.
Featuring Neil Simpson and Ally Begg.
Clay Vaz is a Bosun on the Malaviya Seven. He told us he's missing his family who are having to make sacrifices back in India.
Kyle O'Neill is getting married later this year, but has asked for a refund after losing confidence in the firm.
He was told it would be possible, but hasn't heard back.
Mr O'Neill joins a number of others who are waiting for correspondence.
Sgt David Cowie says reuniting owners with the property has made their efforts worthwhile.
Kerry Miller got married in Maryculter on Saturday 1st July 2017, and claims Drummond Events never completed work she paid for.
A number of couples have made similar claims about the firm, who say they will be contacting customers in the next few days.
Assistant Chief Constable John Hawkins took questions LIVE on Scotland's Talk In. On the nationwide programme he defended the project to centralise police control rooms, meaning the closure of local call centres. Eventually all emergency calls to the constabulary will be dealt with in Govan, Dundee, and Edinburgh - for the whole of Scotland. One caller, David, from Inverness, told ACC Hawkins that he's experienced a lack of local knowledge when calling 999.
The concluding feature of our week-long series of special reports into the closure of local police control rooms. Phil McDonald presents the feature for Northsound News.
Northsound News reader Joe Odber presents the 1pm news bulletin on Northsound2, with this special report from our reporter Phil McDonald...
Vicki Mcfarlane from Ellon was at the Ariana Grande concert in Manchester at the time of the attack.
She left early with her 10-year-old daughter and narrowly avoided danger.
The Aberdeen manager has responded to comments from the Pedro Caixinha in the build up to Wednesday night's game at Ibrox.
The Aberdeen museum is launching its campaign to try and raise the money needed to stay open for the next three years.
We spoke with Chief Executive Brian Snelling
Former Finance Convener at Aberdeen City Council Willie Young has failed to gain re-election.
Our reporter Phil McDonald spoke with Neil Murray and Ros MacLeod who are are taking part in the run this year, which is coming to Aberdeen for the first time.
Nick survived a subarachnoid brain hemorrhage 14 years ago. Nick has previously raised/contributed money to the Neurosciences Ward at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary, as they helped save his life. He is aiming to do this again.
Ros is from Portlethen. She is taking on her first half marathon, raising money for Aberdeen Foyer, for whom she works as a support worker. Aberdeen Foyer is a charity for homeless young adults aged 16-25.
A campaign is underway to help a North East man whose life has been changed because of a severe brain injury.
Luke Wood from Whitehouse was involved in a serious car accident last year and spent 6 months in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
Girlfriend Amber Johnston spoke exclusively to Northsound News about what's happened in the past year, and told us about the family's appeal to try and raise £15,000 to buy a 4x4 wheelchair for Luke.
Dave Galloway and Phil McDonald with the story of Hibs v Aberdeen in the Scottish Cup Semi-final at Hampden Park. It finished Hibs 2 Aberdeen 3
Almost 8 months after losing their mum Julie and little brother Lucas, Jordan and Samuel Walker speak with our reporter Phil McDonald about how support from family, friends and many others has helped them begin to cope with their loss.
Elvis Bogdanovs from Torry and Robbie Borthwick from Cove filmed themselves climbing the 100ft crane.
Our reporter Phil McDonald went to meet them.
Our reporter Phil McDonald went to speak to some of those who are looking for new careers after redundancy from the oil and gas sector.
We spoke to one insider who told us that Aberdeen is causing a shortage of ambulances across rural North Scotland.
Sarah Leigh spoke exclusively to Northsound News reporter Bekki Clark about her friend Dom Jackson from Fettercairn - who tragically died after his body was pulled from the water at Lybster last month.
He'd gone on a weekend trip kayaking up the North East coast.
He's being laid to rest today.
The RED TV commentary team of Dave MacDermid, Dave Galloway and Andrew Shinie with that dramatic penalty shootout that ended the Dons' 19 year wait for a trophy.
After Aberdeen beat Partick Thistle on Sunday, they have a Scottish Cup semi final against Hibs to look forward to. Dons boss Derek McInnes has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
The Aberdeen manager spoke to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway after the 2-1 victory at Rugby Park.
Aberdeen have a tough test at home to Motherwell on Wednesday evening. Dons boss Derek McInnes has been chatting to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway about those Rangers rumours.
Dons boss Derek McInnes speaking about defender Andy Considine signing a 2 year contract extension.
She's calling for a Westminster investigation on claims oil and gas workers are being frozen out of the jobs markets.
Rick Steen told our reporter Phil McDonald that companies are telling applicants not to apply if they have a background in oil and gas.
It's claimed that bosses won't take on former industry workers because they fear they will go back as soon as the oil price recovers.
Thomas Veyssiere and his group Lapse have set up a display in the Kirkgate Graveyard in Aberdeen for SPECTRA festival.
He spoke to our reporter Phil McDonald.
Aberdeen legend Neale Cooper says #JonnyHayes' new deal is a massive boost for The Dons. He's been speaking to #Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
City Council SNP leader Stephen Flynn says the project isn't living up to the promise made by the Labour led administration.
Police have cordoned off a street in Aberdeen as firefighters tackle a blaze.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service was called to reports of a fire at a property in Froghall Gardens at around 10.25am on Friday.
Police have cordoned off a street in Aberdeen as firefighters tackle a blaze.
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service was called to reports of a fire at a property in Froghall Gardens at around 10.25am on Friday.
Dons defender #AshTaylor's been speaking to #Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway ahead of #Aberdeen's Glasgow clash with #Celtic on Wednesday.
Aberdeen manager #Derek McInnes has been speaking to #Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of Wednesday night's showdown with #Celtic.
Angela Taylor has told us that four out of the seven people who started the scheme - funded by the Scottish Government's Transition Training Fund - have decided not to continue with it.
North East MSP Ross Thomson has criticised the Scottish Government's Transition Training Fund, claiming it has been poorly advertised and badly managed.
He says he's "deeply worried" that over half of the former oil workers who started retraining to teach in Aberdeen schools have dropped out.
FormartineUtd manager Kris Hunter's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway about Saturday's #ScottishCup visit to #PartickThistle.
Our reporter Phil McDonald has been meeting with the family of much loved hairdresser Abdul Suliman. They've started The Suliman Project to try and get him the best possible care, and raise awareness to hopefully save many lives in the future.
Keith Marley from The New Arc in Ellon has asked for the public to knit jumpers for their chickens, who are molting.
Willie Wallace from Unite says over a third of offshore workers feel they can't report risks for fear of being victimised.
North East Conservative MSP Ross Thomson has criticised Aberdeen City Council for a lack of openness about the fatal stabbing of Bailey Gwynne, 16, at Cults Academy in October 2015.
Andrew Hillan, 48, says he doesn't remember a 48 hour window of his life following an accident at sea back in 1989.
He's been getting help for combat stress and says the day he caught hypothermia on the HMS Shetland might help his recovery.
He wants anyone who might have helped him to get in touch with Northsound.
Kristeen Brechin from Bridge of Don told Northsound News reporter Phil McDonald how it felt hearing that her husband had weeks to live, just two days before Christmas last year.
She, like her late husband, works in oil and gas and says she cannot lose her job to the North Sea slump. as she is the only one there to provide for their children Harrison and Lucas.
Leo Rasmussen, 8, from Newmachar bought Cluedo when he was out shopping with his pocket money.
He gave his story to our reporter Phil McDonald.
We held a round table discussion with three redundant oil and gas workers on their experiences in the industry and what life has been like since losing their jobs.
Our reporter Phil McDonald spoke to James Irving-Lewis, a former oil worker in the North Sea. He was made redundant back in September 2016.
He's retraining as a Mortgage Advisor, and says he knows what those suffering from the emotional effects of redundancy are going through.
Lynne Dawson, who lost her daughter and grandson in the Aberdeen beach tragedy on the 20th August 2016, says the work done to extend their home free of charge has been a huge help to them, and that she can't offer enough thanks.
Following the deaths of Julie Walker, 37, and Lucas Walker, 6, at Aberdeen beach on the 20th August 2016, Northsound's charity Cash For Kids approached a number of businesses to try and help their family cope with the immediate problems their loss would bring.
One of the issues that needed addressing was to build bedrooms for brothers Samuel and Jordan Walker who were to move in with their grandmother - as the house had three bedrooms with six people living in it.
Home builders CALA Homes offered to create an extension with two extra bedrooms free of charge - so we spoke to their MD Mike Naysmith when the job was finished.
The family of a mother and her young son, who died after being pulled from the water at Aberdeen beach, have spoken for the first time since the tragedy.
Lynne Dawson has spoken exclusively to Northsound News about the moment she found out that her daughter Julie Walker, 37, and her grandson Lucas Walker, 6, had died.
She told her story to our reporter Phil McDonald.
The family of a mother and her young son, who died at Aberdeen beach, have spoken for the first time since the tragedy.
Julie Walker and her 6-year-old son Lucas had been playing at the beach on the afternoon of Saturday, 20th August 2016 when they got into difficulty by the water
Samuel Walker, 14, jumped into the water to try and rescue his mum and brother.
He bravely told his story to our reporter Phil McDonald.
Rick Steen, 39, from Aberdeen spoke to our reporter Phil McDonald about the pains of job searching after being paid off back in January.
A Turriff mum's raising money to help repair the school which was hit by vandals over the weekend.
They caused 20-thousand pounds worth of damage at Markethill School.
Turriff mum Philippa Macken tells our reporter Isla Todd her reaction.
Ethan Allan, 14, was on his way to his basketball class when a wheel on his wheelchair got stuck, leaving him totally immobile.
Fortunately, a taxi driver was on hand to get him moving again. Had it not been for his actions, Ethan might have missed his session waiting for a paramedic to help.
Our reporter Phil McDonald went to meet him.
Ethan Allan, 14, was on his way to his basketball class when a wheel on his wheelchair got stuck, leaving him totally immobile.
Fortunately, a taxi driver was on hand to get him moving again. Had it not been for his actions, Ethan might have missed his session waiting for a paramedic to help.
His mum, Jeanette Billing, says it means a lot to her and her family that someone would stop and help Ethan.
We hit the streets of Aberdeen to find out what people think of the new President-Elect Donald Trump.
The billionaire owns a golf course in Balmedie, which has caused controversy among locals.
The event, which is in its 12th year, aims to reduce the number of young people dying in crashes on roads in the North East.
This year’s show will see 5,000 pupils from across the North-east see the show at Aberdeen’s Beach Ballrooom.
The event isn’t just for secondary pupils, on Wednesday evening the team will put on a public show at 7.15pm
The event, which is in its 12th year, aims to reduce the number of young people dying in crashes on roads in the North East.
This year’s show will see 5,000 pupils from across the North-east see the show at Aberdeen’s Beach Ballrooom.
Dave Galloway and Jim Irving with details of the game that saw Aberdeen beat Morton 2-0 to make it to the Betfred Cup Final.
Dave Galloway and Jim Irving preview Morton v Aberdeen in the Betfred Cup Semi Final. #COYR #Aberdeen
We've spoken to one boy - who can't be named for legal reasons - about how teachers have reacted to the fatal stabbing of Bailey Gwynne, 16, on school grounds.
Locals from Kingswells travelled to First Aberdeen's headquarters this morning on the very bus they're trying to save.
2,500 people have signed a petition, urging the transport giant to keep the 11 and X40 - they say the North Sea slump means they're only getting a handful of passengers every trip.
The Wood Foundation are donating £10million to build the new multi-storey.
But NHS Grampian have warned that the parking problem will get worse before it gets better - as the existing parking zone closes for 9 months in a couple of weeks time.
The 24-year-old coach was died in a car accident on the A90 near Forfar.
His fellow coach and friend Mark McCready has paid this touching tribute to him.
Aberdeen striker Adam Rooney looks ahead to the visit of Rangers on Sunday.
Dons #Football #Northsound
Alex McLeish spoke to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of Sunday's clash with Rangers.
Aberdeen #Dons #Northsound
Aberdeen take on St Johnstone at Pittodrie in the League Cup Quarter Final this evening.
Dons boss Derek McInnes has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Aberdeen #Football #StandFree #Northsound
Nordean Elouissi told our reporter Phil McDonald he was scared of injuring His Royal Highness.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes spoke to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway after Sunday's 3-1 victory at Dens Park.
Aberdeen #Football #Northsound
Dr Sarah Gomillion, who conducted the study, told Northsound News about a recent study.
Councillor Marie Boulton says they made the right decision three years ago to put the redevelopment of Union Terrace Gardens on hold.
Group Chair Robin McIntosh says they're looking forward to seeing the project take shape.
Our reporter Phil McDonald looks back at the investigation which has shocked the community of Rothienorman.
The Aberdeen cyclist is competing in the 1km time trial with partner Peter Mitchell. Neil's been speaking with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Paralympics #NeilFachie #Northsound
Dustin MacDonald says poor quality resurfacing and tar spilled on the cobbled road needs to be addressed by Aberdeen City Council.
He spoke to our reporter Phil McDonald.
Aberdeen boss #DerekMcInnes has his say on Gordon Strachan again overlooking his players for the World Cup qualifier v Malta.
StandFree #COYR #Northsound
We've been speaking to Reverend Andy Cowie - he knows the Walker family well, and he also captains the local Boys Brigade in Northfield. Lucas was a member as well as Samuel.
He'll be be holding a special "service of support" tonight for friends of the boys.
He's told us Lucas and Julie were very close.
A community in Aberdeenshire are rallying together to save their village pharmacy from closure.
NHS Grampian announced recently that they were conducting a review six GP practises in the region.
One of those being considered is in Udny station.
Locals are holding a meeting with MSPs tonight to fight against the potential closure.
Sandra Steward is one of those arguing against the shutdown...
Aberdeen keeper Joe Lewis speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway as the #LadbrokesPremiership trophy stopped off in the Granite City. (Pic : Jeff Holmes)
Mark McDonald says Samuel Walker showed real bravery by attempting to rescue his mum and brother from the water.
37-year-old Julie Walker and 6-year-old Lucas Walker died after getting into difficulty by the sea on Saturday 20th August.
Mr McDonald spoke with our reporter Phil McDonald about the tragedy.
A memorial commemorating the men and women who worked in Aberdeen’s fishing industry through peacetime and wartime has taken a step forward.
Four months ago we spoke to former trawlerman Robin Youngman, who lives in Peterhead.
He wrote a letter to the City Council to try and convince them to honour those who worked in the industry.
It's been revealed that those at the centre of the scandal have been heavily criticised by invesitigators.
It cannot be released for data protection reasons.
Paul Wells - one of the parents affected - says he's disappointed that the important information is being kept from the families.
Paul Wells was affected by the report into Scottish crematoriums having lost his son Scott to cot death 10 years ago.
He says that the council haven't kept their promise of meeting with him within six weeks of Dame Elish Angiolini's report being released.
Our reporter Phil McDonald went to meet him.
DCI Keith Hardie says police officers were called to Donside Court at 8:15pm on Tuesday. They found two bodies, and one man who was still alive.
Karen Bell’s home was plunged into darkness, her smoke alarms sounded and suddenly she could smell burning.
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Paul and Jean speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Golf #PaulLawrie #Northsound
Labour's Lewis McDonald says the last time the sector fell on hard times - companies struggled when it came to hiring again.
He's calling on the Scottish government to assure that doesn't happen again...
UNITE's ballot of Wood Group contractors working on Shell platforms comes to an end today.
They're angry over cuts to pay and working patterns, and talks with bosses ended in failure last week.
Wood Group says their priority is long term future for their workers, as the industry suffers in the oil price crisis.
If members vote for strike action - it could start as early as next week.
Unite regional officer John Boland
Diane Douglas from Aberdeen - whose son Allan was killed in Iraq - was appalled that Blair had agreed to back the US months before:
Diane Douglas says she is frustrated it has taken so long for the families of the soldiers killed to get answers.
Diane lost her son Allan in Iraq back in 2006.
Chief Executive of the Scottish Fishermen's Federation Bertie Armstrong says they're backing the vote to leave the European Union.
They will meet with Scottish government ministers after the SNP announced they want to keep Scotland's place in the EU.
Our reporter Phil McDonald with all the reaction from yesterday's summit at the Town House.
Councillor Jenny Laing says that the second round of talks must work for those in the industry who face job losses.
Aberdeen host Fola Esch of Luxembourg in a #EuropaLeague qualifier on Thursday night. #DerekMcInnes has been speaking with #Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Angela Scott sat down with our reporter Phil McDonald, asked about her response to parts of Dame Elish Angiolini's report.
Dons boss #DerekMcInnes was asked by #Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway about the Northern Irish winger, as #Aberdeen prepare to face Fola Esch on Thursday night.
An investigation into Aberdeen's Hazelhead Crematorium has uncovered years of malpractise.
The remains of babies were cremated alongside those of unrelated adults without either family knowing.
Parents were then told there were no ashes to hand back because their remains were so small.
One of those was Paul Wells, who lost his son Scott to cot death ten years ago...
The Republican presidential hopeful was in the North East visiting his Menie golf resort
Councillor Charles Buchan - who comes from a fishing background - thinks leaving the EU would be a mistake
Former Skipper Jimmy Buchan has backed brexit - saying Britain's fishing industry can thrive outside of the EU.
Scott McDougall tells us about the BIG Aberdeen Bench Project which launches this weekend at Good Causes Day.
Find out more at goodcausesday.com
Scott McDougall tells us about Good Causes Day, a day of family fun and celebration of the many great charities based in and around Aberdeen.
Find out more at goodcausesday.com.
Entry for the day is only £5 per ticket with all profit going to charity. (under 5s free)
12.30-4.45pm 26 June 2016 | Outdoor Stadium, Aberdeen Sports Village, Linksfield Rd, Aberdeen AB24 5RU
James Bromley from Portlethen is from Leave campaigners Britain for Business claims the oil industry have in the main been staying out of the debate
Our reporter Phil McDonald sat down with Duryama Adryam, 27, who made the move to Scotland from Romania nearly a decade ago. Duryama is currently employed as a Supervisor at Castleton Farm in Fordoun.
Some local school children who'll be among the first S1 pupils at a new Aberdeen secondary school have been visiting the site where it's being built.
Work on the £47 million pound secondary school, which will replace Kincorth and Torry Academies, is officially underway.
We caught up with Kornelia from Walker Road School, Leo from Tullos School and Lily from Kirkhill School on their visit.
Kenny Herriott's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of a 1,000 mile journey from Kent to John O'Groats by hand pedal. He sets off on Sunday.
Anna Adam runs Out There Active Wear in Banchory, which has been smashed and had top of the range hillwalking clothes taken.
The city's biggest ever Golden Games starts on Thursday, for the over 65s.
Syvia Woods is one of hundreds taking part. She's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Sport #Aberdeen #Northsound
Investigators looking into the helicopter crash off Norway in April have found metal fatigue in the main gearbox - and there's currently no effective way to detect a similar failure in advance. Thirteen people - including Iain Stuart from Laurencekirk - were killed when the rotor came off the aircraft at 2000 feet. The North Sea fleet of Super Puma 225s is currently grounded. But Audrey Wood, whose son Stuart was killed in a similar accident in 2009, thinks this proves they should be taken out of action for good.
A pair of stray dogs have attacked a flock of sheep in the Redmoss Road area of Kincorth. They killed three and two had to be put down because of their injuries. The police are investigating but no arrests have been made Simon Hay was looking after his parents' farm on Sunday morning when it happened - and he's heard the dogs are often spotted loose on the Gramps.
Shadow rural affairs spokesman Peter Chapman says the burden shouldn't fall on farm owners. Müller have announced they are closing their Aberdeen dairy in favour of a move to the central belt.
Professor Alex Russell says he's surprised that the taxpayer is going to foot half the bill as oil platforms start to shut down. He believes that companies have the money to cover the costs.
Chief Executive of Mental Health Aberdeen Astrid Whyte says children as young as four are suffering from stress and depression. Mrs Whyte has put it down to the affect that the North Sea oil downturn is having on families.
Three men have been found guilty in relation to a number of ATM attacks in the North East in 2013 Our reporter Phil McDonald has the details...
Police in the North East are using new software to target the most violent offenders. It follows a successful trial over the last two weeks. We spoke to Inspector Rob Sturton about how it works
Uisdean Vass from Bond Dickinson says this years' report is the worst he's seen in terms of employers confidence in the industry. He added that there is a "bittersweet" positive, as contractors will soon find more work in decommissioning.
Susanne Shepherd from Aberdeen was one of tens of thousands that were evacuated from Old Trafford after a suspect package was found inside the stadium - forcing the match between Man Utd and Bournemouth to be abandoned.
She called us from outside the ground in Manchester
An Aberdeen mum's calling for teachers to be banned from posting the answers to exams - hours after kids have sat them.
She says her daughter was in tears when last week's completed maths paper appeared on social media:
Stock rooms in North East foodbanks will soon be filled with supplies from Tesco that would otherwise be thrown out. Dave Simmers from Community Food Initiatives says it's a wonderful piece of business.
Professor Alex Russell from RGU says the last parliament didn't do enough to help the North Sea slump.
After months of campaigning, we finally know who will represent the North East in the Scottish Parliament.
We spoke to some of the winning candidates.
Chairman of the STUC's Offshore Coordinating Group Tommy Campbell says the 225s should stay grounded until we know for sure what happened on Friday - and he says workers must not be bullied into flying if they don't want to
We spoke John Sjurno - a spokesman from the Norwegian Navy - about the last information coming out of Bergen.
A search is underway off the coast of Norway for 13 people on board a North Sea helicopter which has crashed John Sjurso is the press spokesman for the joint rescue centre in the country
We're been talking to one of the business owners who lost everything in the huge fire at Aberdeenshire's Leventhy Mill. As flames spread yesterday morning fire fighters found themselves not only battling the main fire - but five others as well. For Northsound News, Phil McDonald reports. Photograph credit (c) @FennelMedia
Part of an Aberdeen park is so prone to flooding - it's being turned into a wetland nature reserve.
The area round the playing fields at Seaton Park are often underwater as the land doesn't allow it to drain properly.
Countryside Officer Ian Talboys says it'll create a beautiful attraction once it's complete.
Northsound News has spent the last 12 months investigating the growing problem of Legal Highs in the North-east. Here's what you need to know about the substances that are still legally available on the streets of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
For more on the growing issue of Legal Highs and information of how to get help visit northsound1.com/legalhighs
Jon Barron from Police Scotland says they're seeing road deaths on Aberdeenshire rising, with 11 fatalities already this year.
It's been one year since Northsound News launched its investigation into legal highs. We caught up with Chief executive of Alcohol Drugs Action Luan Grugeon about the difference in the city.
Help is being offered to those affected by the New Year storms that battered the North East - leaving some parts of Deeside in ruin. Jan Torrance from Foundation Scotland says help is still there to those who need it. Deadline for applications is Friday 27th May.
A union officer has warned that offshore firms risk another safety disaster if they continue to cut operational costs.
Tommy Campbell from UNITE has urged employers not to put the well being of the work force at risk.
Aberdeen Inspired say the success of the city's jazz festival played a huge part in a high number of visitors last month.
Chief Executive Gary Craig says the entertainment and arts sector can improve the North East economy
Kenny Malcolm from Alcohol Drugs Action has criticised the Misuse of Drugs Act, saying there should be more concern for the health of users.
Northsound News reporter Phil McDonald spoke exclusively to Madeleine Murray, Elisa Ossir, Laure Pontet who were sailing a boat they were sailing capsized into the River Dee
Northsound News spoke to UNITE the Union's Regional Officer Tommy Campbell who warned North Sea workers to beware of fake job offers that demand payment for "processing fees".
Reverend Stephen Potts from Aucterless says people are being more careful with their safety after news of Rothienorman man Brian McKandie's murder.
Co-founder of the craft beer brand spoke to Northsound News about the success of a recent crowd funding campaign to help deliver clean water to countries around the world.
Astrid Whyte says more people are coming to them for counselling - but says the effects of factors such as the local economy means that they are struggling to cope with the number of people coming forward.
Ed Reeves is embarking on a 7,780-mile round trip to watch the Blue Toon take on Rangers.
Peterhead FC’s place in the 2016 Petrofac Training Cup final has been 125 years in the making, something ardent fans have acknowledged, with some traveling hundreds of miles to watch history in the making.
One fan, though, is travelling further than most. Ed Reeves is embarking on a 7,780-mile round trip to watch the Blue Toon take on Rangers in the north-east side’s first national senior cup final. Such is the magnitude of the match that the 47-year-old resident of Wetaskiwin in Alberta, Canada, is making the journey home across the Atlantic for the 90-minute match.
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We spoke to football fans in Peterhead ahead of the Petrofac Cup Final against Rangers this Sunday
Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of Friday night's vital game at Tynecastle.
AberdeenFC #Football #Northsound
General manager Susie Malcolm took us back to the night the River Dee burst it's banks.
Peterhead face Rangers at Hampden on Sunday, in their 1st ever major final. At stake is the Petrofac Cup.
Blue Toon boss Jim McInally's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
PeterheadFC #Football #Northsound
Aberdeen's next challenge in their fight for the title is Friday night's showdown at Hearts.
Defender Mark Reynolds has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Aberdeen #Football #Northsound
We spoke to Aileen Hodgson from K9-Kapers about new legislation being brought in that could see dog owners hit with a £500 penalty if their pets are not microchipped.
Aberdeen midfielder Kenny McLean went along to St Machar Academy.
Aberdeen #Football #Northsound
We're getting the views of people in Aberdeen on the photo of North East oil worker Ben Innes, who got a snapshot of himself with the hijacker of his EgyptAir flight. The suicide belt turned out to be fake.
SNP Group leader Stephen Flynn calls for gates of the city centre park to be closed at night, after an alleged sexual assault on a woman over the weekend, and another back in January.
The former Open champion's Golf Centre to takeover Inchmarlo resort.
Director of Golf Craig Dempster's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
PaulLawrie #Golf #Northsound
Peterhead manager Jim McInally, speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of Tuesday night's visit of Stranraer.
Peterhead #Football #Northsound
Scottish Labour leader Kez Dugdale is calling for more public control of the North Sea.
She wants a public body set up to invest up to £100 million to secure the future of assets at risk.
But the plans are under fire from Professor Alex Russell, an industry expert from Robert Gordon University.
He's told Northsound News it'll just put more decommissioning costs on the taxpayer
Dons boss Derek McInnes, speaking with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
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Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway was at Pittodrie.
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Northsound News spoke to Dave Simmers from Community Food Initiatives North East about the number of people in Aberdeen collecting food parcels.
Our reporter Hope Webb went to Cults, to ask locals their thoughts on the outcome of the Bailey Gwynne murder trial. A 16-year-old boy was charged with culpable homicide in relation.
It took the jury just an hour and forty minutes to decide a teenager who stabbed a class mate to death in an Aberdeen school is guilty of culpable homicide.
Bailey Gwynne died after being stabbed at Cults Academy last October.
The 16-year-old accused, who cannot be named for legal reasons, denied murder.
Detective Superintendent Dave Mclaren gave this statement after the verdict was made.
Dons boss Derek McInnes looks ahead to the Firhill fixture, where a win would cut the gap at the top of the league to just 1 point
He's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Aberdeen #Football #Northsound
We're being told the downturn in the oil and gas industry has impacted on the growth of the Scottish economy as a whole.
The Fraser of Allander Institute says the positives - like cheaper fuel - are being outweighed by the negatives.
Paul Brewer's from the report's sponsors - PWC:
The University of Aberdeen is offering a discount on postgraduate education to unemployed oil and gas workers.
The offer of a 20 percent discount for full-time or part-time study is open to people who live in Aberdeen City or Shire who have been made redundant or left unemployed as a result of the downturn in the sector.
We spoke to the university's Executive Director John Scrimgeour about the initiative.
It's been in place for the last nine years - but Scotland's council tax freeze is set to end.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has announced that those living in the most expensive homes will pay more from April of next year.
We spoke to Aberdeen City Council's Finance Convenor Willie Young about how the changes could affect the Granite City.
Dons boss Derek McInnes, speaking with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, after the match at Pittodrie.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Detective Inspector Sheila McDermott about the latest update on the search for the suspect of a city centre rape.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Professor Ian Murray, from RGU, about mental health training that is to be offered to offshore medics.
How has one of Aberdeen's leading hotels coped in the North Sea downturn?
Stewart Spence who owns the Marcliffe had been planning to close the five star hotel - but decided to keep it open last year.
Stewart says he's had to make redundancies, reduce part time hours and cut prices to make it through the oil price crisis.
Former Aberdeen skipper Russell Anderson's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Aberdeen #Football #Northsound
Scientists at the University of Aberdeen want to find out just how damaging Storm Frank was in the North East.
They've announced plans to record a timeline of the destruction - focusing on areas worst affected.
Professor of Petroleum Geology John Howell spoke to our reporter Phil McDonald about the research
Parking charges in Aberdeen's city centre could be set to go up even further.
Councillors say it's one of the fairest ways to try and save an additional £26 million pounds.
Some fares could be as high as £4 an hour in the city centre.
Listen our reporter Phil McDonald who sat down with Finance Convenor Willie Young, as well as several commuters parking their cars in Aberdeen.
Our reporter Hope Webb asked Aberdonians what they thought about the light festival SPECTRA.
Northsound News has been speaking exclusively to Allan Ross, an Aberdeen man who says he suffered physical abuse at a number of children's homes in 70s - both in the North East and in the Dumfries area.
Allan says the worst abuse happened at an assessment centre he was sent to in Aberdeen when he was just eight years old.
He says his life was ruined by what happened - he can't read or write, and turned to drugs and crime after he was released.
He's told Northsound News he wants those who mistreated him face justice,
We've put Alan in touch with the people behind the independent inquiry into abuse of children in care in Scotland.
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Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Alan McTamney, the Manager of Mental Health Aberdeen's Youth Service. He says the number of children seeking their help has risen dramatically.
Blue Toon forward Shane Sutherland's been named League 1's Player of The Month for January.
Manager Jim McInally's given his reaction to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Peterhead #Football #Northsound
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to MEP Ian Duncan, about his call for the EU Commission to crack down on legal highs being imported and marketed throughout Europe.
Aberdeen went joint top of the league after their thrilling victory in Perth.
Aberdeen #DerekMcInnes #Northsound
A delighted Aberdeen manager spoke to Northbound Sports Editor Dave Galloway after the 2-1 triumph
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Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Detective Jacqui Campbell, to discuss the steps that are being taken to find the suspect after a 21-year-old girl was raped in Union Terrace Gardens.
Aberdeen manager derek McInnes has confirmed that winger Jonny Hayes will be fit to face Celtic, despite suffering a dog bite !
Dons manager Derek McInnes spoke to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway at the pre match news conference.
Frustration for Aberdeen, with the late collapse of Greg Tansey's move from Inverness.
Derek McInnes has been having his say.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes is delighted to have secured the services of Wales international forward Simon Church.
He's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Wales international striker Simon Church spoke to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, after arriving at Pittodrie on loan.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with the Prime Minister to discuss the £20m being provided to boost exploration, skills and development in the North Sea - and whether it is enough.
Aberdeen pair Paul Lawrie & Clarke Lutton spoke to the European Tour's Nick Dye in Doha
Aberdeen #Golf #Northsound
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to the Head of Energy and Natural Resources at Pinsent Masons, Robert Ruddiman - to discuss the findings.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes spoke to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway after the match
Aberdeen #Football #Northsound
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Tommy Campbell, the Regional Organiser for UNITE - to discuss the issue.
We've learned the 83 year old man who died after being hit by two cars on the A96 had just got off a bus from Lossiemouth.
Roads Policing Inspector Ewan Innes has told Northsound News they think he was there watching the planes at the RAF base.
He's appealing for anyone who saw the man on the bus, or after he got off at Colpy, to get in touch with the police on 101.
Our reporter Hope Webb met with Professor Alex Russell, from RGU, to discuss his views on the likelihood o0f a second referendum, as the oil crisis deepens.
Our reporter Hope Webb was back in Port Elphinstone today, two weeks after devastating flooding - as a relief fund for victims is announced.
Northsound News speaks to Jason Carrigan, from the Aberdeen Safety Community Hub. He is one of the key figures that has led the fight against legal highs in the city.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes gives his views following his team's victory with 10 men
Northbound's Sports Editor was at the Global Energy Stadium in Dingwall
Aberdeen #Football #Northsound
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Cllr Ross Thomson - after understanding that one of Aberdeen's legal highs stores has been forced to close.
The Blue Toon have lost just once in 10 games. Jim McInally's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Peterhead #Football #Northsound
Aberdeen's PLGC was badly hit by the recent floods.
Director of Golf Craig Dempster's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway
Golf #Floods #Northsound
Gothenburg Great Neale Cooper has his say after 2 cup defeats at the 1st hurdle.
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Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Isabel and Bill Ross - who's home has been ruined by floods in Port Elphinstone.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Bob Neilson, who's home has been destroyed by flooding in Port Elphinstone.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Aboyne resident, Jackie Clark, who says recent floods in the area have been "heartbreaking".
Our reporter Hope Webb visited Victoria Barracks in Ballater - where people that have been forced out of their homes by flood waters are staying.
Our reporter Hope Webb's been meeting some of the women who've been helping out after Aboyne was hit by flooding last night:
Our reporter Phil McDonald has been speaking to a woman who had to leave her car behind as Aberdeen's Duthie Park began to flood.
A score of businesses around the North East have been offering to help those affected by the floods.
They say they can provide food, clothing and furniture to anyone who is in desperate need.
Caber Coffee have been supplying hot drinks to those in Aberdeenshire rescue centres.
Listen to what their managing director Findlay Leask had to say
A number of businesses along the River Dee in Aberdeen have been flooded after the River Dee. One of them is Goals on Great Southern Road - Northsound's Joe Odber has spoken to manager Brian Johnson:
Our reporter Phil McDonald has been speaking to a number of people affected by the flooding in Ballater - caused by Storm Frank.
Our reporter Phil McDonald spoke to Chief Commander Richard Craig, after five men in their 20's were taken to ARI after consuming an unknown substance at a Westhill house party.
17 year old Ruaridh Fisher says it was "magical" getting to perform his medal winning Swan Lake routine on the Union Terrace Ice Rink.
Sixth Year Robert Gordon's College pupil Ruaridh spoke to Northsound News about his journey to get where he is today
Listen to what he had to say
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes spoke to Northbound Sports Editor Dave Galloway after the 4-0 win over Kilmarnock at Rugby Park.
Aberdeen #Dons #Football #Northsound
Northbound's Sports Editor was at Rugby Park to see the Dons' 4-0 triumph.
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Harlaw Academy's Head teacher David Innes has been speaking to Northsound News about the closure of the Aberdeen school because of fire damage.
A 14 year boy has been charged with Wilful fire-raising
Professor Alex Russell from RGU talks to Northsound News about the problems the North Sea would face if Shell's proposed takeover of oil exploration firm BG Group goes ahead.
The energy giant announced that they would be cutting 2,800 jobs around the world if the merge goes ahead.
Stewart Milne speaks about progress on new training facilities for the club.
Aberdeen #Dons #Football #Northsound
The Aberdeen Chairman updates us on how things are progressing with a replacement for Pittodrie.
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Northbound's Sports Editor was at Pittodrie for the Dons' win.
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Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Maria Walker, the Director of Education at Aberdeenshire Council, to discuss her concerns over a string of knife-related incidents in Aberdeenshire schools.
Suzanne Kelly - a freelance writer with Aberdeen Voice - started the petition to ban Donald Trump from the UK, after the tycoon said he'd stop muslims from coming to the US if he became president. It's now gathered close to half a million signatures. Joe Odber from Northsound News caught up with Suzanne to get her reaction to the petition's success:
Our reporter Hope Webb brings us all the latest news after RGU decided to strip Donald Trump of his degree, awarded in 2010. It follows recent controversial comments made by the presidential candidate.
Our reporter Joe Odber spoke to John Forbes, the Director of 'Bon Accord Granite' - who says that sourcing granite locally is near impossible these days. It comes after it emerged that Marischal Square is to be built with Chinese granite.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Suzanne Kelly, who created a petition to revoke Donald Trump's degree from RGU - after his controversial comments about Muslims this week.
Finance Convenor at Aberdeen City Council, Willie Young, has defended Marischal Square before a debate at Holyrood over the controversial development.
MSP Kevin Stewart wants the views of the campaigners against Marischal Square to be held.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Aberdeenshire woman, Tammy, to let her share her struggle with legal highs - in hopes of preventing others becoming addicted.
Northsound's Sports Editor was at Dens Park to see the Dons win 2-0.
Aberdeen #Dons #Football #Northsound
Northsound News reporter Hope Webb was on the Northsound1 Breakfast Show this morning to talk about the real stories behind Mission Christmas.
Sir Ian Wood sat down with Northsound News - to discuss the creation of a new business group which aims to save the future of Aberdeen's economy.
The Chief Exec of Oil and Gas UK, Deirdre Michie, said they are doing all they can to help prevent a "culture of fear" within the North Sea. She was speaking at the Economy, Energy and Tourism Committee' at the Scottish Parliament today
Jake Molloy, from the RMT, addressed the "culture of fear" within the North Sea, as it faces current struggles. He was speaking at the 'Economy, Energy and Tourism Committee' at the Scottish Parliament today.
Northsound News sat down with Agyness Deyn - who told us about what it was like to bring the classic North East tale to life.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Dr Emmanuel Opko, the Lead on HIV for NHS Grampian - on what is World AIDS Day. He urged people in the North East to test for HIV - after a string of late detections in the area.
Northsound's Sports Editor reports from Pittodrie.
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Cash for Kids Mission Christmas has been given a £10,000 boost from the Aberdeen players.
The money was in a charity fund set up by the Dons squad several years ago.
Former captain Russell Anderson has been speaking about the donation to Northsound News.
You can find out more about the campaign here http://www.northsound1.com/mission/
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Mary Portas, retail expert, about her thoughts on Aberdeen's Union Street.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Dr Mirela Delibegivoc about a new Aberdeen University study to show whether cannabis could treat diabetic kidney failure.
Peterhead manager Jim McInally's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of tomorrow's Hampden clash with Queen's Park. (Pic : peterheadfc.com).
Aberdeen's Richie Ramsay hit a 68 at the Shanghai Masters, to sit at 4 under par, 4 strokes behind leader Sergio Garcia.
He's been speaking to European Tour's Nick Dye.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to the Luan Grugeon, the Chief Executive of drugs support service, Drugs Action. She discusses the availability of Naloxone kits - which it is hoped can help reduce the number of drug-related deaths in the North East.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with oil expert, Alex Russell, Professor in Petroleum Economics, to discuss his prediction as to when the price of Brent Crude will rise.
John Sheran's far from impressed with the prospect of 3 long trecks to away games in a week, in December, against Fort William, Brora Rangers and Keith.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Professor Parson from Aberdeen Univeristy. He has led the research for the last 10 years.
Winger Jonny Hayes, on Aberdeen getting back on track with the weekend's 2-0 victory over Dundee Utd.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to to the Convenor of Education at Aberdeen City Council about why the number of teacher vacancies in Aberdeen's primary schools has risen.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Simon Gemmell, one of the organisers of the Peterhead bonfire. He insisted that the event is safe - despite the Fire Service speaking out against it.
Our reporter Joe Odber spoke to Carol Benzie, Managing Director at Aberdeen Airport, about the impact that thick fog has had on flights.
Our reporter Hope Webb asked the First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, whether more security in schools could keep Scotland's children safer, after the death of 16-year-old Bailey Gwynne in an Aberdeen school last week.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of Saturday's game at Parkhead.
Our reporter Hope Webb has been leading a campaign alongside Aberdeen City Councillor Ross Thomson, to push for a 'Foefeiture Order' - which would allow the seizure of legal highs from stores in Aberdeen.
Our reporter Joe Odber sat down with RMT Regional Officer, Jake Molloy, to discuss the general feeling after offhsore caterers voted against strike action.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Councillor Ross Thomson. He has pushed for the Sheriff Court to grant a 'Forfeiture Order', which would allow the seizure of legal highs from Aberdeen stores. It comes after Northsound News tipped off the city council to a similar move in Edinburgh.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes speaks ahead of this weekend's match against Motherwell.
McInnes says it's important to get back to winning ways and gives the latest team news.
Our reporter Hope Webb talked to Councillor Ross Thomson, after the submission of a petition, calling for the closure of 'Harminasion' on King Street, to Aberdeen City Council.
Our reporter Hope Webb breaks down exactly why offshore catering staff are targeting a number of North Sea employer's HQ's today.
Our reporter Hope Webb met Kylie Cooney, the Manager of Shelter Scotland on Union Street. They've recieved £5,000 worth of designer clothes from a mystery donor.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Estelle Maskame, to discuss, 'Did I Mention I Need You?', the second novel in her highly popular 'DIMILY' trilogy.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Becky, to hear all about how she managed to think quickly in a dramatic situation, and save her classmate from drowning.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Amanda Pirie, who works at the Printfield Community Project, looking after children that have to suffer through the winter without a warm jacket.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Amanda Pirie, from the Printfield Community Project. She knows first hand that hundreds of kids in the North East have to struggle through the winter without a warm coat.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Amanda Pirie, from the Printfield Community Project, to see just how many kids in Aberdeen have to survive through winter in Aberdeen without a jacket.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Inger-Louise Molver from Norweigan shipbrokers Westshore, about how dozens of North Sea ships have been put out of action, due to the oil slump.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Professor in Petroleum Accounting, Alex Russell. He said in order to make it through what is currently a tough time for the industry, companies must do all they can to preserve oil fields.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to George Wyatt, the owner of 'La Lombarda' Italian restaurant, in Castlegate, about the shocking effects legal high users are having on his business.
Our reporter Hope Webb got the chance to speak to 82-year-old Julien Mustoe, on board the Norweigan Coastguard ship that rescued him, after his yacht became stranded in the middle of the North Sea.
Former Dons striker Declan McManus speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of Scotland under 21s' Euro qualifiers v France and Iceland at Pittodrie.
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Our reporter Hope Webb got the chance to speak to Matthew Robertson, from Banchory, who has been awarded a 'Brave @ Heart' award by the Scottish Government. It's all due to his bravery when saving a man from his burning car, after a crash on South Deeside Road earlier this year.
We spoke to Derek McInnes after the Dons lost 5-1 to St Johnstone, at Pittodrie on Sunday.
Aberdeen take on St Johnstone tomorrow as they look to maintain their lead at the top of the table.
With Celtic playing on Sunday the Dons could have an overnight lead of 7 points should they secure a victory.
The Dons boss talks about the importance of a good result, as well as the recent managerial sackings of Jackie McNamara from Dundee United and Ian Baraclough from Motherwell.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Iain Richardson, from charity group 'Aberdeen Solidarity With Refugees', to discuss the rising number of homes being offered up to Syrian refugees.
Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes speaks to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, after the 2-1 loss to Caley.
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The Dons winger speaking with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
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The Dons boss speaking with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
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The Dons boss has been speaking with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
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Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of the Dons' League Cup trip to Easter Road on Wednesday.
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Our reporter Phil McDonald sat down with Charlie Paton, who is set to trek across Antarctica, in a challenge Shakleton could not complete.
Rampant Aberdeen claimed their first victory at Tynecastle in more than five years to make it eight league wins in a row and cement their place at the summit of the Ladbrokes Premiership. Image © Jeff Holmes/PA Wire/Press Association Images
How would you have voted in last year's independence referendum - if you'd known the North Sea downturn was just around the corner?
A report from Sir Tom Hunter's Foundation says the collapse in the price of oil would have plunged Scotland into a depression.
But Professor Alex Russell from RGU - who backed a yes vote - is standing by his recommendation.
He's spoken to Northsound's Hope Webb...
Beth Tweddle's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway on a visit to Garioch Sports Centre.
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Aberdeen manager Derek McInnes spoke to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, after the 1-0 win over Hamilton.
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Listen to what Local MSP Lewis MacDonald has to say on under staffing at a Police call centre in Aberdeen.
Northsound's Sports Editor at Pittodrie.
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Dons boss Derek McInnes has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of Aberdeen's game against Accies tonight.
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The Aberdeen manager's been speaking with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
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Paul Quinn's dramatic late winner against Celtic at Pittodrie set a club record for Aberdeen and blew open the Ladbrokes Premiership title race.
Hear the match report from Northsound's Sports Editor and share your views on Twitter, @northsoundnews.
Image: Paul Quinn scores the winner for Aberdeen | © Jeff Holmes / PA Wire / Press Association Images
Our reporter Hope Webb went down to Union Square to ask Aberdonians what they thought of the new £200m expansion plans.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with the Manager of the Aberdeen Rape and Abuse Centre, to discuss how a growing "lad culture" may be leading to a 46% rise in the number of referrals to their centre.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with oil expert Alex Russell, to discuss his predictions for the sector.
Economic Director for Oil & Gas UK, Mike Tholen, discusses their report which suggests that North Sea operating costs could fall by up to £2.1 billion by 2016.
Northsound's Sports Editor was at Pittodrie to see the Dons win the Energy Cities Cup.
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Our reporter Hope Webb explores whether the killing of Aberdeen born Ruhul Akib Amin, by an RAF air strike, was actually legal.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Cllr Ross Thomson, to discuss the city council's latest move in targeting the landlord of a notorious Aberdeen legal highs store.
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Dons keeper Scott Brown looks ahead to the game with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
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Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with the Chief Executive of Mental Health Aberdeen, to exclusively reveal the rise in oil workers seeking mental health counseling.
The former Scotland boss and current Dons Director previews Friday's Euro 2016 game with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
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Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway's been speaking to the Chair of the North of Scotland Tartan Army ahead of Friday's Euro 2016 qualifier.
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Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Business Development Director, Stephen Marcos Jones, to discuss the move.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with John Law, leader of the community group, to discuss their feelings ahead of the decision.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to the Chancellor, George Osbourne, during his visit to Aberdeen, discussing the approval of production on the Culzean Gas Field.
Our reporter Hope Webb explains what the Culzean gas field means for the north sea in just one minute.
Northsound's Sports Editor was at Firhill, as the Dons equalled their best ever start to a league campaign.
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A grim prediction on the price of oil for the months ahead.
Professor of Petroleum Accounting at RGU Alex Russell thinks Brent Crude could drop to $20.
This week has seen a barrel fall below $45, although it has rallied slightly overnight.
But if the Chinese economy continues to falter, and Iran is allowed to export more oil, things could get worse over the next six months:
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Aberdeen City Council Leader Jenny Laing, to discuss the crisis, and what the summit aims to achieve.
Dons boss Derek McInnes, speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, after the 2-0 win at Pittodrie.
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Northsound's Sports Editor reports on a 4th successive win for the Dons.
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Derek McInnes speaks to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway about the arrival of a striker and Aberdeen's game against Dundee on Saturday.
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Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Zoe Wright, the owner of Blaze, who was fatally stabbed and assaulted on Monday.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Campaigner Lorna McHattie, about a string of wrong-doings the city council have done surrounding the £107m development.
21-year-old Peter Reid sat down with Northsound News to talk about his feelings, after finding out his attacker has avoided jail.
Our reporter Hope Webb went to Union Square, to ask shoppers what they thought of the plans for a £200m expansion of the popular shopping centre.
Our reporter Hope Webb has been following this morning's search for a man who fell overboard a fishing vessel, less than two miles off the coast from Torry, at around 2am this morning.
The Dons boss speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway at Fir Park, after Aberdeen's 2-1 victory.
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A huge search operation is underway after a man fell overboard from a vessel less than two miles off the coast of Aberdeen.
Ian Guy, Maritime Operations Controller has spoken to Northsound's Joe Odber
Northsound's Sports Editor reports from Fir Park.
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Aberdeen midfielder Jonny Hayes speaking with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
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The Dons boss speaks to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
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Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Lucy Norval, from the Pounds For Piper Trust, to ask her what the money, donated from Oil and Gas UK, will mean for the gardens.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Cllr Ross Thomson to discuss the problems seagulls are causing on outdoor dining on Belmont Street.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down the Chief Exec of NHS Grampian, Malcolm Wright, and Health Secretary Shona Robsion, to discuss the controversial suspension of two senior surgeons, after they raised concerns over the running of the health board.
Following criticism from Celtic assistant John Collins about the standard of opposition in the Premiership, Aberdeen boss Derek McInnes is hitting back.
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Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Cllr Neil Cooney, Convenor of Housing and Infastructure at Aberdeen City Council, to discuss the high number of bus lane fines in the city.
Northsound's Sports Editor reports from Pittodrie.
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Our reporter Hope Webb looks back on what has been a very turbulent week in the industry.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with the team after they were crowned Northsound's Cash For Kids Scottish Bed Making Champions
Northsound's Sports Editor reports on the Dons' Europa League exit.
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The Aberdeen manager speaks to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway at the Tannadice post match media conference. What do you think ? Go to Twitter @northsoundnews
The 1st Paul Lawrie Matchlay tournament at Murcar was a big success. The Aberdonian's been speaking to the European Tour's Nick Dye. have your say on Twitter @northsoundnews.
Northsound's Sports Editor at Tannadice. Let's have your opinions on the match. Have your say on Twitter @northsoundnews.
Richie Ramsay played another impressive round of golf to beat Italy's Edoardo Molinari, in front of a strong home crowd.
He spoke to Northsound's Dave Galloway afterwards.
Paul Lawrie talks to our Sports Editor Dave Galloway after seeing off Romain Watell 5 & 4.
Aberdeen's Richie Ramsay has beaten Shiv Kapur in the first round of the Paul Lawrie Match Play event
He was three down after seven holes, but birdied the last two to complete the comeback and win by one hole
He spoke to Northsound's Dave Galloway after finishing his round
The owners of a Stonehaven chipper are refusing to take down their banner, proclaiming it the "Birthplace of the Deep Fried Mars Bar."
The Carron Fish Bar says the notorious delicacy was first made there back in 1992.
But Aberdeenshire Council want the sign taken down, to improve the appearance of the town.
Listen to what the shop's owner Lorraine Watson had to say.
John Mellis, Dave MacDermid, and Andrew Shinie review the big game, and look forward to what lays ahead.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Professor Lorna Dawson, who Police Scotland have drafted in to carry out forensic work, to hopefully trace missing Fraserburgh man, Shaun Ritchie.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with local MSP Lewis McDonald, to discuss his calls to save Aberdeen's police control room.
Aberdeen are getting ready for their second Europa League qualifier against HNK Rijeka
Dave Macdermid brings you the lastest news from Croatia.
A stream of donations and pledges has saved Aberdeen Cyrenians drop in centre.
The homeless service was threatened after its national lottery funding was cut in June.
But now almost £80,000 worth of funding has been secured, which will keep the centre running until at least April next year.
Northsound's Hope Webb has spoken to Deputy Chief Executive Scott Baxter.
The Aberdeen squad are jetting off to Croatia today for a tough Europa League qualifier.
They're taking on HNK Rijeka, who are unbeaten in their last dozen European home games.
Northsound News caught up with Derek McInnes at the Airport:
Aberdeen now has the biggest fleet of electric club cars in the UK.
Co-wheels are getting eleven new electric vehicles.
More than a thousand people in the Granite City have signed up to the scheme, making it one of the most popular in the country.
Northound's Hope Webb has caught up with Tony Archer from the group to find out more.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Cllr Ross Thomson, to discuss the ongoing battle to close down Aberdeen's legal high stores.
Despite missing the cut, the Aberdeen golfer's been included in the line up after another player was forced to quit because of visa issues
Here's what he had to say on his late inclusion.
Northsound News sat down with senior doctor at ARI, Proffesor James Ferguson, to discuss the severe muscle damage caused by legal highs. Our reporter Hope Webb also spoke to Councillor Ross Thomson to get his reaction to the news.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Finance Convenor Willie Young, to ask his his response to claims the Masterplan Business Plan is "very poor"., by a leading economist.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to John Law, the leader of local charity, Bon Acccord Heritage, to discuss their bid they've submitted for Aberdeen's iconic Bon Accord Baths.
Roads and Infrastructure Manager Mike Cheyne talks to Northsound's Hope Webb about yesterday's flash floods
Aberdeen City Council is delivering sandbags to homes and businesses in the affected areas and people can pick up sandbags from its Tullos Road Depot. The depot will stay open until 8pm and there will also be a night watch staff member after then.
Northsound 1 listener Owen describes the scene at Aberdeen Airport where floodwater has breached the Terminal Building.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Deputy Manager Jessica Spedding, to discuss a bizarre seagull attack that took place at the cinema last week.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with campaigners Renee Slater and Mandy Roy, to discuss their battle to save an Aberdeen beauty spot.
Our reporter Hope Webb tracked down Brett, who helped save an Aberdeen family who were involved in a car crash over the weekend. It's after the family put out an appeal to find the couple, and thank them.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Gavin Brownley, to talk about him and his partner's appeal, to find a couple who stopped and looked after their family, after they crashed on South Deeside Road on Saturday.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with the Scottish Government's Minister for Learning Alastair Allan, to ask him if enough is being done to educate Scotland's young people on the dangers of legal highs.
Our reporter spoke to 56 year old Brian Harrison, from Aberdeen. He helped save the lives of some of the injured who had been shot on the Sousse beach last week.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with the Operations Manager of ACT Aberdeen, formerly known as The Arts Centre, to talk about her concerns over the new legal highs store, which has just opened across the road.
Our reporter Hope Webb asked Cllr Ian Yuill, Cllr Jackie Dunbar and Cllr Jenny Laing whether they think Aberdeen's roads can handle all the new developments of the city centre masterplan.
Our reporter Hope Webb reviews what's happened so far in the first part of today's Council debate of the city Masterplan.
The Dons boss chats with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway about the Europa League draw.
The class of '90 had a reunion at a fundraising lunch for North East Sensory Services. Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway spoke to NESS CEO Graham Findlay, plus Theo Snelders and Paul Mason.
Our reporter spoke to Shelley Thomas, who discovered along with his husband, a message in a bottle from 1971. It was written by a 14 year old called Raymond Davidson at the time. Now they've traced him, and handed the lost note back to him.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Shelley Thomas from Brisbane, who while on her holiday, has found a washed up message in a bottle from 1971, on a Peterhead beach.
Our reporter Hope Webb went to meet Professor Phyo Myint from Aberdeen University, to talk about their new study, which revealed eating up to two chocolate bars a day can reduce your risk of heart disease or strokes.
Tennis Development Officer with Sport Aberdeen Matt Kerswell has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway. #Tennis #Northsound
The Dons director and former Scotland boss speaks with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of the Dublin showdown against Ireland. #Scotland #CraigBrown #Football #Northsound
Alan Duncan, Chair of The North of Scotland Tartan Army, speaks to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, ahead of Saturday's Euro showdown with Ireland.
Manager Gregg Carroll's been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, after signing defenders Neale Allan and Sean Croll from junior team Banks O Dee. #HuntlyFC #Football #Northsound
Ahead of next month's tournament, organisers Kevin Lynch and Dean Ramsay have been chatting with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway. #AaronWilliams #Football #Northsound
Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway caught up with AFC Ladies captain Rachael Small, Dons keeper Jamie Langfield and Vice Chairman George Yule.
The former Scotland boss talks about the controversial Friday fixture at Easter Road, with Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway. #Sotland #CraigBrown #Northsound
Chair of The North of Scotland Tartan Army, Alan Duncan, has been speaking to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Sir Malcolm Bruce about his thoughts following the sudden death of his friend Charles Kennedy.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to the Head of Education and Learning in Aberdeenshire, Isabelle Davidson, about the councils decision to close two dyslexia units at Kellands and Crimmond.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Bonnie at DA's 'Legal Highs Be Wise' awareness night. She told her the horror her and her family has faced since her son became addicted to legal highs.
Aberdeen's #PaulLawrie speaks to Northsound Sports Editor Dave Galloway, as he looks ahead to teeing off at County Down. #Golf #Northsound
Our reporter Joe Odber sat down with Deputy Leader of the Council Martin Kitts-Hayes following his resignation announcement. It comes after three other Councillors quite, leaving the leading coalition in a minority.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Professor Alex Russell from RGU, to discuss what strikes would mean to the industry, if they were to go ahead.
Our reporter Hope Webb asked Alex Salmond what he thought about the criticism SNP MP's have faced for their choice of seats in the House of Commons yesterday.
Our reporter Phil McDonald spoke to City Council Convenor of Communities Housing and infrasctructure Neil Cooney, about the new centre on North West Street.
Our reporter Phil McDonald met Kurt Fraser, who is one of the first to move into a brand new homeless centre in Aberdeen.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Philip Goose from road safety charity Brake about the dramatic rise in deaths on Aberdeenshire roads.
Listen to the Northsound commentary of Hewitt's winning goal in Gothenburg '83 !
Rob MacLean describes The Dons' winner v Real Madrid in the European Cup Winners Cup Final 1983, at The Ullevi Stadium. #COYR #Aberdeen #Football #Northsound
Our reporter spoke to Gary Craig, the Chief Executive of Aberdeen Inspired, who are spearheading the project.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to John Law, the leader of Bon Accord Heritage, about his experience finally gaining access to the prestigious baths.
We've got all the info about Diesel, the Aberdeenshire Dog who's helping the rescue effort in Nepal.
It's exactly six months since Shaun Ritchie went missing - we hear from the officer in charge of the case.
There's an election bombshell from Ed Miliband
And in the sport, Andy Considine says there'll be no let up from the Dons
72 year old George Howie's thanking the police, after they found more than twenty of his beloved pigeons. They'd been missing for three days. A 22 year old man's been charged in connection with the theft.
Northsound News looks into the case of missing Fraserburgh man Shaun Ritchie, six months after his disappearance on Halloween night.
We speak to the mother of Eileidh - the three year old who's battling cancer
Shock election poll - could there really be an SNP whitewash?
New hotel planned for Aberdeen city centre
And in sport will Russell Anderson be staying at Aberdeen?
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to local mum Gail Patterson all about her daughter Eileidh, and the campaign to raise money to give her life saving treatment in the US.
Our reporter Hope Webb went to meet Sangita Karki, who's family has been caught up in the deadly earthquake.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Professor Lorna Davidson, who has been drafted in to help in the search for the body of Lanarkshire schoolgirl Moira Anderson, who has been missing since 1957.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Shaun Ritchie's Dad, Charlie Reid, after he announced he would be offering a £5,000 reward for information on Shaun's whereabouts.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Katie Watson, who filmed some friendly dolphins while she was out surfing at Aberdeen beach.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Manger of the Nova Gift Shop, Liz Laing, after an elderly couple crashed in to the shop front on Chapel Street.
Northsound 2/Red TV commentators Dave Macdermid, Dave Galloway and Andrew Shinie describe the Aberdeen midfielder's recent controversial red card v Dundee United. #Aberdeen #Robson #Football #Northsound
Our reporter Hope Webb went to Newmachar Hotel to meet Chef Bobby Bessant, who was homeless last year, but now after finding his feet again, is making it his mission to help those who are not so lucky.
Listen to our new extended 1pm news and sport bulletin, that will now run everyday on Northsound 2.
Doctor Gordon Noble and his team of archeologists from Aberdeen University have found what they think are the remains of a fort from 1,500 years ago. It's on top of a sea-stack between Stonehaven and Dunnottar Castle.
An Aberdeen woman who's addicted to legal highs has been speaking to Northsound Reporter Hope Webb.
In the past few months, we've uncovered a hidden epidemic of abuse.
The police and NHS say they're dealing with the issue every day in the North East.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Pharmacologist from Aberdeen University Steve Tucker, to discuss the science behind legal highs, after we discovered a spike in people seeking help for misuse of the controversial drugs in Aberdeen.
Kris Hunter says he's impressed with Formartine's potential and is targetting the Highland League title.
KrisHunter #FormartineUtd #Football #Northsound
Professor James Ferguson's an Accident and Emergency consultant at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. He's telling Northsound News dozens of people every month are coming to them after taking "new psychoactive substances" - and nobody knows what the long term effects are...
Bureaucrats have today announced that the generations old recipe that constitutes the famous Aberdeen buttery can be no more.
New proposed healthy eating legislation will see the fat content of the North-east delicacy reduced to almost zero.
Bakers say they'll no longer be butteries - just flat baps.
Pamela Chalmers from Chalmers bakery has said it's a tragedy for Aberdeen and the North-east.
An Aberdeen amateur football team's fighting a fine for cancelling a match when their manager had a stroke.
Graham Norrie collapsed just hours before a game last month.
President of Middlefield Wasps Mark McCready has been speaking to Northsound News:
Our reporter Hope Webb went to Torry Battery to get the best view in the UK of the solar eclipse. She met some astronomy fans, and had some fun along the way.
The former oil boss and UK Government adviser speaks to Northsound's Joe Odber about what the chancellor needs to do to save the North Sea
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to an eyewitness who was on the bus when it crashed into a building Westbound on Union Street.
Big cats could be roaming the North East in the next few years, after being extinct in Britain for over a thousand years.
It's after Lynx UK Trust said they were considering Grumack Forest near Huntly as a spot to release the animals back into the wild..
Big cats could be roaming the North East in the next few years, after being extinct in Britain for over a thousand years.
It's after Lynx UK Trust said they were considering Grumack Forest near Huntly as a spot to release the animals back into the wild..
Craft beer specialists Brewdog have landed a £1.5 million windfall which will see them expand their business in Ellon.
We spoke to co-founder James Watt about the grant.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Marischal Square campaigner Lorna McHattie about her reaction to the dramatic 22-21 vote for the controversial development.
Our reporters Hope Webb and Phil McDonald went to meet hedgehog lover Zoe Rooney who has organised Scotland's first ever Hedgehog pageant in Aberden.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Detective Superintendent Malcolm Stuart to discuss the murder of 32 year old Dr Brenda Page, and how they plan to catch her killer, nearly 40 years on.
NEWS: The SNP Group in Aberdeen City Council have announced an intervention on the Marischal Square Development.
They presented an emergency motion for a immediate hault on the councils plans for construction.
The motion will be put to Councillors at the next full council meeting on the 4th of March, which could lead to a re-vote on the project.
SNP Group Leader Callum McCaig spoke to our reporter Hope Webb...
Our reporter Phil McDonald spoke to local SNP MSP Kevin Stewart who has written a letter to the Chief Executive of Aberdeen City Council urging them to release all the details of the new development.
Our reporter Phil McDonald sat down with John Martin, from the campaign group against Marischal Square, to discuss Councillors turning down the chance to take part in a live street debate, and what they have planned for their next protest.
The mother of 3 year old Baxter Dick is speaking to Northsound about a campaign to get the family a new home.
Baxter has spina bifida and needs a wheelchair - but the family live on the ninth floor of a Tillydrone tower block, and the lift is often out of action.
Northsound's Hope Webb has spoken to mum Ailsa - who gave birth to daughter Caledonia just days ago.
20 year old Kate Archibald from Aberdeen Uni has been diagnosed with the rare Nocturnal Sleep Eating Disorder - she's been speaking to Northsound's Hope Webb...
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to campaigner Lorna McHattie and Council Leader Jenny Laing on the idea of hosting a live debate outside the Marischal Square site on the 14th of February.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with an oil worker, who has just been made redundant by oil giant Halliburton. He discusses the desperate need for tax breaks to save the industry. He wishes to remain anonymous.
Aberdeen's new signing Kenny McLean has said he is confident the club can maintain their excellent form for the second part of the season. The 23-year-old midfielder moved north from St. Mirren on transfer deadline day signing a three and a half year deal with the Dons.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Fraser Garrow, from the campaign group against the development, and Finance Convenor Willie Young, to get their reaction to our poll results, that showed 75% of our listeners are against the development, and 25% are for it.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Aberdeen City Council Finance Convenor Willie Young to discuss the ongoing campaign against the controversial Marischal Square development.
A local man has asked for Northsound's help to trace his old workmates that worked at Craiginches prison between the 70's and mid 90's.
71 year old Brian Glennie and two friends, who used to be wardens, have been searching for their old friends for years, and are now trying to arrange a reunion dinner to bring them all together again.
They've set up a group, and made it their mission to find their old pals.
Brian said it would “bring a tear to his eye” to be reunited with the men and women after all these years.
The institution was well known for being the site of Scotland’s last hanging, but closed its doors this time last year.
You can email the group on: reunion15@hotmail.com
Northsound News' Hope Webb spoke to local MSP Mark McDonald, who is calling for Jim Murphy to answer why he has left Aberdeen legend WIllie Miller out of a list of former Scottish captains who he wants to be knighted.
93 people have been hurt in slips and falls in just one day, as Aberdeen is hit by a cold snap.
The total last Monday was just 13.
It's led to concerns about the icy conditions on our pavements.
The City Council say they've got 12-thousand miles of footways to look after, and they have to prioritise.
We've spoken to one those treated at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary's A and E yesterday.
Lynsey Braidwood, who works at Northsound's charity Cash for Kids, broke her leg as she was heading into work - she's spoken to our reporter Hope Webb.
Finance Convenor Willie Young tells Northsound's Joe Odber that Aberdeen City Council need millions from the Scottish Government, otherwise they may have to pull out of plans to build the £185 million facility.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Professor Alex Russell, a lecturer in Petroleum Accounting at RGU, about Council Leader Jenny Laing's calls for a meeting with figureheads to discuss a strategic plan to save north sea jobs.
Our reporter Hope Webb spoke to Professor in Petroleum Accounting at RGU, Alex Russell, about the crisis the industry is facing, and the risk of job losses.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with managing director of Wood Group Dave Stewart to discuss the company's decision.
Our reporter Hope Webb sat down with Kath and Paula, who were the first Aberdeen couple to convert their Civil Partnership into a marriage, after the Scottish Government passed new legislation allowing them to do so. They told us about their joy, and what it meant to them, who have been together for 19 years.
Today, Monday the 1st of December, marks one month on from when 20 year old Shaun went missing. Northsound News spoke to Inspector Simon Reed about what the police are doing to find him.
David Coburn, has hit back at claims that the party is to blame for staffing crisis, because they make staff from abroad feel unwelcome in Scotland. He instead thinks that it is the Government's fault.
Sir Ian Wood's been talking to Northsound News about his concerns for the oil and gas industry.
The former Wood Group boss has been advising UK Government ministers on maximising our revenues in the year to come.
It comes as he's given by a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Oil Council - made up of top industry figures from around the world.
Health Secretary Alex Neil visited staff and patients at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary to talk about how the recent concerns over NHS Grampian.
Northsound News spoke to Abereenshire’s top policeman who told us why there are so many fatalities on the North East's roads. Chief Superintendent Mark McLaren revealed the details of his research and where the problem roads are.
A massive land and water search for a missing Aberdeenshire man continues this weekend.
It's after clothing believed to belong to Shaun Ritchie was found in woodland near Strichen yesterday close to where the 20 year old was last seen over a week ago.
Inspector George Cordiner believes all signs point to hypothermia:
Dave Trigger is a driving instructor from Banchory, who lost his daughter in a crash in 2008. We spoke to him ahead of his talk at Safe Drive Stay Alive in Aberdeen.
From January we're going to be charged a pound for dropping off and picking up passengers from outside Aberdeen International Airport. Chief Exec Carol Benzie has spoken to Northsound's Joe Odber
An Aberdeen woman's telling Northsound how a shortage of nurses led to a traumatic stay at ARI.
Linda Warden was treated being treated for pneumonia last January when she started running a high fever. She says the bank nurses weren't qualified to help, and another nurse shouted that she was taking up too much of their time. She's spoken up after more reports of concerns of understaffing at NHS Grampian. We've had a statement from the health board, who say they did look into the issues raised by Mrs Warden.
Work on the controversial Marishcal Square project in Aberdeen will begin by the end of the year, after plans were approved by council yesterday.
Councillors voted 23-18 in favour of the 107 million pound plan for a hotel, shops and offices during a full Aberdeen City Council meeting yesterday.
The project has gained opposition throughout the process, with more than 1 thousand 300 people signing a petition against it.
Council Leader Jenny Laing, explains the concerns some had:
DCI Iain Smith talks to Northsound's Joe Odber about the death of a 49 year old Polish man on Torry's Balnagask Avenue.
The mother of a missing Aberdeen woman says she just wants to know if she's okay
Catherine Sanderson is the mother of 40 year old Kelli Ferris, who disappeared two weeks ago.
The last known sighting was outside Marischal Court high rise, shortly before 5 o'clock on Wednesday the 10th of September:
A flood warning's in place in Huntly as the North-East's hit by the after effects of Hurricane Bertha.
A number of roads across Aberdeen city and shire are shut because of the conditions.
Trains between Aberdeen and Inverness are also affected.
Graham McPherson lives in Huntly's Meadows area, which is covered by SEPA's alert, and was flooded previously in 2009:
Crowds are expected to gather in Inverurie tomorrow for a homecoming parade for their Commonwealth Games heroes, swimmer Hannah Miley and wrestler Vio Etko.
Northsound's Finlay Duncan caught up with Hannah ahead of the event through the town centre.
Hannah told us she can't wait to see everyone and also spoke about where she goes next following her gold and bronze medals in the pool in Glasgow:
An elderly man is fighting for his life after suffering horrific burns in a house fire in Ellon.
The alarm was raised just 7 o'clock this morning on Esslemont Circle.
The 71 year-old man, named locally as Charlie Brown, was rescued by his neighbours.
Stuart Wood ran to help with a fire extinguisher, whilst Andy Kilby provided sheets to cover him.
They spoke to Northsound's Finlay Duncan at the scene this morning:
The Granite City shooter speaks to Northsound's Sports Editor Dave Galloway as she becomes Team Scotland's most decorated female Commonwealth Games athlete:
Hannah Miley's family have admitted there were lots of tears as she struck gold at the Commonwealth Games last night.
The Inverurie swimmer broke her own record to win the 400m Medley Final in Glasgow.
Hannah's mum and dad, Carmel and Patrick, spoke to Northsound's Colin Mackay earlier:
The Inverurie swimmer broke her own record to take gold in the 400m Medley last night at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
A huge crowd at the Tollcross International Swimming Centre cheered the RGU graduate on to victory.
Hannah's telling Northsound's Colin Mackay she's not done yet:
There's more than a golden glow about the North-East this afternoon after Hannah Miley's triumph at the Commonwealth Games.
The Inverurie swimmer set a new games record in the four hundred metres medley last night in Glasgow.
Filippo Antoniazzi's director at RGU Sport, where Hannah trains - he told Northsound's Finlay Duncan they're so proud of her: