News
Warning over charity collectors
A warning has been issued by Aberdeenshire Council’s Trading Standards to residents to make them aware of suspicious charity collectors working in the area.
Chance to research family
Aberdeenshire Council is offering library members the chance to research their family tree with Ancestry Library Edition.
Concerns over consultation
Portlethen is a three-school town, and any consultation should reflect that - this is the clear message from local residents and councillors.
Flood wardens still needed for Stonehaven
The latest meeting of the Flood Action Group has revealed that many areas of the town are still without full warden cover.
MOD bomb disposal tyres designed by local company
A Kincardineshire company has recently developed tyres for the Ministry of Defence to use in bomb disposal vehicles.
Sport
Stoney Girls in action
The Stonehaven Youth girls under 15 played in two matches in the last week. Unfortunately the girls lots out on both ocassions but they played well and showed some real skill on the pitch.
Galaxy seal second place in league
Fordoun have endured their worst run of the season in recent weeks which has seen them dumped out of two cup competitions and play host to Golf Inn as they sealed the league title.
Lathallan School’s Rugby Sevens
Lathallan School, Johnshaven, welcomed hundreds to people to its Rugby Sevens in April 2011 and 2012 and a thrilling day of competitive rugby was enjoyed by all who attended last Saturday’s event for this year.
Lifestyle
Done roman? get the villa look
An airy, elegant home with decorative tiles and nature-inspired murals, where the outdoors blends seamlessly with the indoors, would be an enviable property by today’s standards.
Newtonhill youngster a step closer to dream
A Portlethen Academy pupil has been accepted for this year’s Scottish Youth Theatre’s Summer Production and Learning Programme.
Mearns gala season kicks off
THE first annual Mearns gala of the 2013 calendar kicks off this weekend in Auchenblae with events beginning on Sunday (May 19).
Jo Caulfield at Barn
Already a familiar face to many due to her appearances on Mock the Week, Have I Got News For You and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, Jo Caulfield also works hard behind the scenes writing jokes for some of British comedy’s top stars such as Graham Norton and Ruby Wax. Now Jo is back on tour and returning to Banchory’s Woodend Barn for a night of hilarious stand-up on Friday 24th May at 8pm.
Property - Do-it-yourself tips
One of the best ways to make your home more suited to your needs, especially if you have a growing family or want to work from home, is to add a bedroom.
Barbara and Elaine back together for Cinderella
Cinderella’s Fairy Godmother has waved her magic wand to conjure up a wee ‘Rab C’ reunion onstage at His Majesty’s Theatre in Aberdeen.
Community
Help needed with museum find puzzle
The Maggie Law Maritime Museum is looking for information on some equipment they found during refurbishment.
Fundraising for School
Fettercairn School and Parent Council would like to thank Mr Allan Dickson for raising £280 for the school and Nursery.
Big turnout for Big Brew
On Saturday, the Portlethen Fair Trade Steering Group held a coffee morning to raise awareness of the fair trade campaign.
Newtonhill School host art exhibition
Newtonhill Primary School was the setting for an art show last Thursday which was planned, prepared and presented by pupils.
Newtonhill youngster a step closer to dream
A Portlethen Academy pupil has been accepted for this year’s Scottish Youth Theatre’s Summer Production and Learning Programme.
Marykirk Raft Race
The annual Marykirk Raft Race starts with a splash this Sunday (May 19) as racers and their rafts take to the water at noon.
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Weather for Stonehaven
Sunday 19 May 2013
Today
Cloudy
Temperature: 9 C to 13 C
Wind Speed: 8 mph
Wind direction: East
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Temperature: 7 C to 15 C
Wind Speed: 16 mph
Wind direction: North
