- Contamination found at nuclear site
- £24,000 fine for Legionnaires' case
- Judges bid to speed up hacking case
- Olympic security test at Hampden
- Gun murder conviction appeal fails
- Teaching union selects new leader
- Buying homes 'cheaper than renting'
- Housing budget set for 41% cut
- Scots 'devo-max' option highlighted
- Frew accused breaks down in dock
- 'Sustainable' joint campus opens
- Clinic 'can boost IVF success rate'
- Cyclists in cancer charity ride
- House move costs up 69% over decade
- Two hurt in police car accident
- 'Scots should decide on referendum'
- Trump wants windfarm public inquiry
- Former Labour MP Eadie dies aged 91
- Pair hunted after armed bank raid
- Toddler death inquiry announced
News
Your opinion: referendum in 2014
The new Ellon Times poll has indicated that a majority of Times readers are in favour of a 2014 date for the independence poll.
Council defends record on evictions following charity criticism
ABERDEENSHIRE COUNCIL have reacted to accusations by Homelessness charity Shelter that they are failing to reduce the number of evictions from council-owned property.
Shire and city councils back offshore windfarm
ABERDEENSHIRE Cuuncil’s Infrastructure Services Committee has backed proposals for a multi-million pound offshore wind development, which Donald Trump has asserted could cause him to cease construction at Menie.
Unusual expert sought
Conservationists at the National Trust for Scotland’s Haddo House at Tarves, are on the look out for some unusual expert help as they prepare for the new visitor season.
Formartine marks Burns’ night season Picture gallery
Groups from all across Formartine have been celebrating the lead up to the Bard’s birthday, by hosting their own Burns’ night celebrations.
Sport
Gutsy performance
ELLON RFC clocked up its fourth consecutive win in National League 1, with a victory over Linlithgow at the weekend.
Aberdeen FC set for Ellon visit
ABERDEEN fans in Ellon are being given the chance to meet some of the club’s most talented players, as representatives of the club come to the town.
Robbie’s golf work recognised
CRUDEN Bay Golf Club have said they are “delighted” to announce that it’s Director of Golf and former Head Professional Robbie Stewart has been accorded the status of Fellow Professional of The Professional Golfers Association.
Swinging in the Sun, by Jack Nixon
SCOTLAND is renowned for its quality golf courses, none of which cost an arm and a leg to play.
Highland League announces sponsor
The Scottish Highland Football League announced on Tuesday, January 10, that Breedon Aggregates are the new sponsor of the Highland League Cup.
Lifestyle
Van Morrison in April
LEGENDARY musician Van Morrison is set to return to Aberdeen this spring with a concert in the city’s Music Hall on Sunday, April 1.
Nursery tots up the benefits
With applications now open for pre-school admissions in Aberdeenshire, one local nursery is keen to make the most of its unique location as a benefit for children and parents alike.
Nicole’s got it nailed!
A YOUNG Ellon woman is taking the expression ‘hands-on-approach’ very seriously, as she sets out to establish her own nailcare business in the town.
Family Bike Ride at Aden
ADEN Country Park will host Buchan’s first family bike ride this spring, taking in some of the beautiful sights in the local area.
Full steam ahead for popular vintage rally
Organisers of a popular North-east steam rally will meet later this month to discuss plans for this year’s event.
Community
A view from the Bridge
This coming Friday, I’m due to be toasting the Lassies at a Burns Supper in Methlick. Over many years of haggis bashing at Burns Suppers across the country, it’s come to be the one that makes me the most nervous beforehand. By that, I of course mean that delivering that particular toast makes me apprehensive rather than being in Methlick for a Burns Supper, which will be a completely new experience for me.
Bruce Welcomes first Cold Weather payout
Malcolm Bruce, MP for Gordon has welcomed the release of the first Cold Weather Payments of the winter, issued after seven consecutive days of freezing temperatures have been recorded.
Make a difference
Aberdeenshire’s Children’s Panel is looking for volunteers who can help vulnerable children in the area achieve better outcomes in life.
On Patrol, with Inspector Steve Pratt
On January 4, a speed check was carried out in Pitmedden and one driver was caught driving at 50 miles per hour in the 30 miles per hour area - this driver has subsequently been reported to the Procurator Fiscal.
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Weather for Ellon
Saturday 28 January 2012
Today
Sunny spells
Temperature: 1 C to 7 C
Wind Speed: 10 mph
Wind direction: South west
Tomorrow
Cloudy
Temperature: 2 C to 6 C
Wind Speed: 26 mph
Wind direction: South east
