🗣| It can cost hundreds – sometimes thousands – to place a bench or add a plaque. So we’ll take their money because it’s a memorial, but then not let them use it as such? ow.ly/tURp50OILpQ

I spent last week in South Sudan, where thousands of people are flooding over the border from neighbouring Sudan to flee the war. What I saw shocked me to the core - and though it may feel far away, the UK has a role in all of this. This is what I found🧵

Despite the sad nature of this story, it was lovely to meet some of the wonderful people who are looking after pets (and also people) who need support during a very challenging time. And of course meeting the very loveable Bruno🐶

Such sad news that Kevin Wilson, one of this year’s Friends of ANCHOR Brave models, has died at 51. pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/obituaries/…

We're looking for a live news journalist at The Press and Journal! Our reporters are on the frontline of what’s happening in our communities; they’re breaking news, chasing stories and producing quality content. Apply now👇 bit.ly/pjlivenewsjour…

We're delighted that our very own David Mackay was able to see the birth of his baby girl take place in Inverness ❤️ Here's why he thinks more Moray families should be given this option, too. ow.ly/m88C50PG0nn

Thanks so much Alison for taking me out for a day in the Scottish SPCA 🐾 van around Aberdeenshire and Moray. I might be biased but I think the north-east is in good hands. pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/p…

I sat down with Kate Forbes last week to discuss her own personal experience with postnatal depression. She was very open and honest. It made for a powerful interview. Read the full story, here: buff.ly/3PMiS5y

With ACL injuries continuing to blight the women's game, my The Press and Journal investigation on north players' experiences is now live Part 1 of the series reveals the ordeal of waiting lists, the mental toll of rehab, and the need for women-focused research pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/sport/footb…

Not sure about the right track part but it was great to see all the possible stories being pitched and there were a lot of good questions fired my way. Strange to be on the other side of the question asking for a change!

As a mum of teenage boys in Aberdeen I can’t help thinking the proposal to scrap languages at University of Aberdeen coupled with the Govt new immigration policy will have a huge impact on their futures. 🧵

A wonderful piece from shanay taylor on wee Molly Burnett, an incredible three-year-old Aberdonian who has been rightfully recognised for her bravery in her fight with leukemia. pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberde…

It is always a privilege getting to tell people’s stories but this one was a real joy - even if it was definitely an emotional one. Thank you Duncan and Natasha for letting me tell a little bit of Ava’s story pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/h…

No more spending money on subpar coffee/beer/sandwiches/candles we don’t even enjoy - deal? I wrote about how treating ourselves to what we love can help indie businesses 👇 Alex Watson: Stop drinking awful coffee and do your bit to save small businesses pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/opinion/col…

Exciting news!

Sharing something a little bit different this morning. The lovely Lauren Robertson asked if I fancied sharing some of my favourite spots for the The Sunday Post... of course, I couldn't resist! sundaypost.com/fp/my-scotland…

Passionate, candid and all-round lovely, I had a fab time chatting with Just Beth for this wee feature. I also completely understand why her dad hasn't stopped playing her new track 🎶 pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/entertainme…

Harrowing story of an Aberdeen man providing witness statements for the #InfectedBloodInquiry. Both Martin and his grandad Isaac were infected with hep C. Martin survived, but Isaac died in 1997. By Andy Morton in The Press and Journal today: 🩸 pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/lifestyle/h…

All at The Courier are saddened by the news of obituary writer Chris Ferguson's passing. After 40 years in the industry his swansong would be the notes for this obituary, dictated from his hospital bed, where he died on May 10. Read his final piece here: eu1.hubs.ly/H0940N40

🗞️ One of our founders Daniel Gillespie spoke to Lottie Hood at The Press and Journal about just what it means for us to be back this year – & has picked out a couple of highlights to look out for! 🎪👇 pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/entertainme…