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Voters are reminded there are several differences between Thursday's Aberdeen South UK Parliament by-election from last month’s Scottish Parliament election. For Aberdeen South: -photo ID is required; -the minimum age for voting is 18; More info - orlo.uk/b6OYh
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A polling place in Aberdeen is to change for the Aberdeen South UK Parliamentary by-election on Thursday. The St Francis Church Hall on Deeside Drive in Mannofield (AB15 7PR) will not be a venue. Instead, voters will use Mannofield Church Hall on Great Western Road (AB10 6UZ).
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If you are not sure where to vote for the Aberdeen South UK Parliament by-election on Thursday, check where your polling station is at orlo.uk/0LDrN
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There is a Council webpage which helps people with accessibility queries in the forthcoming two by-elections. It includes wheelchair accessibility, support aids available, how to access spoken ballot papers & staff support. More information is available at orlo.uk/X9ABG
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A sample ballot paper for a local election listing candidates, their addresses, party affiliations, and voting boxes.

ALT A sample ballot paper for a local election listing candidates, their addresses, party affiliations, and voting boxes.
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The countdown is on until Aberdeen’s Highland Games returns to Hazlehead Park next Sunday! The Games, taking place on Sunday 21 June from 10am to 5:30pm, will feature a range of traditional Scottish Highland Games competitions. Find out more: orlo.uk/SDEsk
Aberdeen Highland Games on 21 June 2026, featuring cartoon characters of a bagpiper, dancer, strongman with a log, and runner.

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Aberdeen has launched its new 10-year plan for a fairer future. The LOIP 2026-2036 and Locality Plans set out how partners & communities will work together to tackle inequality, reduce poverty and improve outcomes for all. 🔗 orlo.uk/TKwCP @CPAberdeen @aym_aberdeen
Dr Jessica Allen, Deputy Director of the UCL Institute of Health Equity, who spoke at the launch of Community Planning Aberdeen’s Local Outcome Improvement Plan (LOIP) 2026-2036, pictured alongside partners from across the city.

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Aberdeen has launched its new 10-year plan for a fairer future. The LOIP 2026-2036 and Locality Plans set out how partners & communities will work together to tackle inequality, reduce poverty and improve outcomes for all. 🔗 Find out more: orlo.uk/PYK5Z
Dr Jessica Allen, Deputy Director of the UCL Institute of Health Equity, who spoke at the launch of Community Planning Aberdeen’s Local Outcome Improvement Plan (LOIP) 2026-2036, pictured alongside partners from across the city.

ALT Dr Jessica Allen, Deputy Director of the UCL Institute of Health Equity, who spoke at the launch of Community Planning Aberdeen’s Local Outcome Improvement Plan (LOIP) 2026-2036, pictured alongside partners from across the city.

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There are several differences between the forthcoming Aberdeen South UK Parliament by-election & the George St/Harbour Council by-election. For Aberdeen South: -photo ID is required; -the minimum age for voting is 18; -people handing in postal votes must also fill in a form
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Communities in the north of the city are in for a summer of fun events - starting this Saturday at Northfield Academy's 70th anniversary gala day - thanks to a new funding programme administered by Aberdeen City Council. orlo.uk/DnFGF
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Competitor entries for this year's Highland Games are now open! The games takes place on Sun 21 June 2026 at Hazlehead Park from 10am. To receive a free competitors entry pass to the games, you must enter by the Sun 14 June. More information: orlo.uk/LAeeo
Aberdeen Highland Games on 21 June 2026, featuring cartoon characters like a bagpiper, dancer, strongman, and runner.

ALT Aberdeen Highland Games on 21 June 2026, featuring cartoon characters like a bagpiper, dancer, strongman, and runner.
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Looking for work, training or a career change? ABZWorks Jobs Fair 📅 9 June |⏰10am-3pm 📍Sandman Signature Hotel, Aberdeen ✅Meet employers with live vacancies ✅CV advice & mock interviews ✅Training opportunities 💡Quiet Hour: 2pm-3pm 🔗 orlo.uk/56qTD
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Trading Standards officers today warned about potentially dangerous versions of trending squishy toys after counterfeit items were seized. Parents made complaints about some toys with a strong chemical smell & others bursting or leaking. More 👉 orlo.uk/OFLWp
A display of seized squishy toys and candy, including M&M's, Jolly Ranchers, and various character-themed items.

ALT A display of seized squishy toys and candy, including M&M's, Jolly Ranchers, and various character-themed items.

A collection of seized squishy toys including Doh-N-Ice, Nee Doh cubes, and Rar Noodles.

ALT A collection of seized squishy toys including Doh-N-Ice, Nee Doh cubes, and Rar Noodles.

A display of seized squishy toys and candy.

ALT A display of seized squishy toys and candy.

A display box of seized 'Bun Squishy' mystery toys, featuring a golden glittery bun toy on top.

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The programme for this year’s Festival of the Sea, running from 11 to 26 July, has been unveiled - a citywide celebration of Aberdeen’s rich maritime heritage and connection with the sea! This year will also include the Iconic Bricks Pirate Trail! orlo.uk/Q46qz
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ALT Poster for Aberdeen's Festival of the Sea, featuring a red octopus and event details.
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The Weekend Night Buses service is to be extended for Scotland’s World Cup group stages matches to allow revellers to get home safely. The existing First Bus-contracted Night Bus services will have double decker buses. More info 👉 orlo.uk/zyAbp #worldcupaberdeen
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*** Weather warning *** There is a Met Office yellow weather warning for thunderstorms covering Aberdeen & Grampian from 3pm to 10pm TODAY. ❗Low-moving heavy showers and thunderstorms causing some disruption❗ Latest info 👉 orlo.uk/DVhBm
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Looking for work, training or a career change? ABZWorks Jobs Fair 📅 9 June |⏰10am-3pm 📍Sandman Signature Hotel, Aberdeen ✅Meet employers with live vacancies ✅CV advice & mock interviews ✅Training opps 💡Quiet Hour: 2pm-3pm 🔗 orlo.uk/6Z3BH @AbzWorks
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We are continuing our partnership with CFINE to ensure a range of period products are available across all areas of the city, to support our ambition to be a #periodfriendlycity. Find out more here: orlo.uk/4kQ9M orlo.uk/HoBgH
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Tickets are now on sale for the Aberdeen Highland Games which returns on Sunday 21 June at Hazlehead Park! More info: orlo.uk/HNPLE
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Thousands of trips have taken place on the new electric bikes in Aberdeen since they started in the city a week ago. People have taken more than 5,000 rides on the Voi ebikes since 21 May 2026, averaging 7.4 trips per bike per day. More 👉 orlo.uk/esXZX
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3,000 P4 pupils from across Aberdeen came together at Duthie Park for Big Sing and Play 2026 yesterday. For the first time, pupils performed alongside the @RSNO 🎻 A fantastic celebration of music and partnership. 👏 👉🏼 orlo.uk/QmcsR @CharangaMusic @CreativeScot
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