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The Ellon Times is a local, weekly newspaper based in Ellon, Aberdeenshire in Scotland, UK.
Articles: 233
25 Mar 2020, 09:59
Health
Fraserburgh Vintage Car Rally, due to take place on June 7, is the latest victim of the coronavirus.
25 Mar 2020, 09:01
Domestic
Lidl has today started to roll out its new customer food donation boxes across all its stores, including Aberdeenshire, in an effort to help local community groups and those in need of food and supplies
25 Mar 2020, 08:56
As a result of the coronavirus pandemic, the National Express timetable has been reduced meaning it is now running a limited network of coach services.
25 Mar 2020, 08:43
GGillian Martin MSP has called on the UK government to urgently support workers and families, after new research revealed that working from home due to the coronavirus pandemic could cost UK households a staggering £52m more a week on energy bills.
24 Mar 2020, 16:22
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24 Mar 2020, 09:49
Lidl has announced it will install checkout protection screens across all its stores in Great Britain.
Aberdeenshire Council's Trading Standards are advising residents to be mindful of the hand sanitisers they are using during the current Covid-19 (Coronvirus) pandmemic.
23 Mar 2020, 11:42
20 Mar 2020, 09:20
NFU Scotland President, Andrew McCornick says Scotland's farmers and crofters will strive to ensure Scottish plates and glasses remain full of fresh, tasty food and drink throughout the coronavirus crisis.
20 Mar 2020, 09:19
A revised timetable will be introduced from Monday, March 23 as everyone across Scotland's Railway works flat out to provide transport for people delivering essential services.
20 Mar 2020, 09:12
Temporary changes to bus services in Aberdeenshire and Moray are being introduced by Stagecoach from Monday, March 23 following new government advice around social contact and non-essential travel to help combat the coronavirus.
18 Mar 2020, 12:51
As a result of the recent government guidance on the restrictions of places where gatherings take place, Ellon Cinema is closing its doors.
18 Mar 2020, 10:53
NHS Grampian has taken the decision to restrict visiting times at all its hospitals.
17 Mar 2020, 12:00
New measures have been introduced in Scotland to slow the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).
13 Mar 2020, 09:03
Education
The new head teacher of Hatton of Cruden Primary School has described the role as ‘a great fit.’
12 Mar 2020, 11:20
Life
Due to a significant number of cancellations caused by Coronavirus (Covid-19) it is with regret that VisitScotland has decided to cancel this year’s VisitScotland Expo that was due to take place on April 1 and 2 at P&J Live in Aberdeen.
12 Mar 2020, 08:58
An Aberdeenshire vet is warning dog owners to keep medications out of reach of pets after a greedy spaniel needed an emergency trip to the practice.
11 Mar 2020, 12:10
A North-east children's charity is embarking on a tour of the region to highlight the ways local families can receive support.
10 Mar 2020, 09:05
If you're looking to gain experience; explore new places; meet new people and make a difference, volunteering with the National Trust for Scotland in the North East offers a wealth of opportunities.
10 Mar 2020, 08:19
Ellon Girlguiding celebrated World Thinking Day on Sunday, February 23 at Ellon Baptist Church.
10 Mar 2020, 08:10
Four new food hubs have been set up to distribute food to families in Kemnay and the surrounding area.
09 Mar 2020, 08:15
Business
A new bailer has been delivered to local social enterprise, Wood RecyclAbility.
09 Mar 2020, 08:12
Ongoing issues with the Ellon Community Campus will be fixed by appointed specialists.
06 Mar 2020, 09:47
A Garioch school and nursery held a very special assembly last week to mark the retirement of a beloved member of staff.
06 Mar 2020, 09:38
North East Scotland College (NESCol) will provide a taste of campus life and an opportunity to find out more about the pathways on offer to students when it welcomes visitors to open events in Aberdeen and Fraserburgh this month.
06 Mar 2020, 09:18
Gillian Martin MSP has welcomed the launch of a recruitment drive from Aberdeenshire Council aimed at attracting school counsellors as the Scottish Government seeks to ensure every school in Aberdeenshire has a counselling service.
06 Mar 2020, 09:11
Aberdeenshire Council has announced it will be supporting Pass it On Week – a national campaign organised by Zero Waste Scotland that runs from March 7-15.
06 Mar 2020, 09:03
A self-confessed petrolhead from Insch is making the switch to a top of the range electric car after winning a Tesla Model 3 Performance worth £52,000 thanks to dream car competition, BOTB.
05 Mar 2020, 09:39
A second case of coronavirus has been diagnosed in Grampian.
05 Mar 2020, 08:58
The world’s biggest inflatable 5k is coming to P&J Live on October 24. This will be the first indoor running event to take place at the brand new venue, brought by UK Running Events.
05 Mar 2020, 08:46
A possible move to a choice-based lettings approach for allocating housing in Aberdeenshire is to be investigated, councillors have agreed.
04 Mar 2020, 13:01
Two new cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Scotland, bringing the total to three.