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This Week in Peterhead

This week in Peterhead, the mood has been a mix of concern and community spirit. A significant cloud hangs over the town with the news that the much-loved Peterhead Prison Museum will be closing its d

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Peterhead court hears man attacked sister in row over his foreign girlfriend

Gintas Zukauskas strangled and hit his sister when he found out that she had intervened to stop his overseas partner 'demanding' money.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·1d ago
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Cove Rangers claim derby bragging rights with 3-0 win against Peterhead; Elgin and Spartans in six-goal thriller

Paul Hartley's men proved too strong for Peterhead in their Balmoral Stadium encounter, while Elgin left Edinburgh with a point.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·5d ago
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SPFL weekend previews for Cove Rangers, Peterhead, Ross County and Elgin City

Cove and Peterhead prepare for action at Balmoral Stadium, while Ross County and Elgin City travel to Airdrie and Spartans respectively.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·6d ago
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Video: Football fan from Peterhead gets ban for ‘contributing to mayhem’ at Old Firm tie

John Smith, 18, was in the Rangers end at a Scottish Cup quarter final match in March and hurled the container into the Celtic end before police apprehended him.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·6d ago
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Richard Gordon: I saw first hand why Kevin Nisbet and Brad Lyons are fantastic ambassadors for Aberdeen

Our columnist also shares his thoughts on the new Scotland manager and this weekend's north-east derby between Cove Rangers and Peterhead.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·6d ago
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14 anti-immigration protesters appear in court accused of illegal demonstration

The men and women from across Scotland - including Aberdeen, Inverurie and Peterhead - are accused of taking part in an unauthorised protest in Arbroath.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·20 Aug
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Fresh images reveal what new Toll of Birness roundabout will look like

Designs have been drawn up for a roundabout to replace the fork junction which connects the road to Peterhead and Fraserburgh from Ellon.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·20 Aug
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Peterhead hears cases for voyeur, shoplifter and unfit driver

Ryan Thomson, who recorded a woman without her consent, was among those to have cases call at Peterhead's court last week.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·17 Aug
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Emergency services rush to vehicle fire at Toll of Birness

Appliances from Peterhead and Ellon were sent to the scene.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·12 Aug
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Jordon Brown on Peterhead’s striker search after adding new face

Peterhead are keen to bolster their attacking options.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·12 Aug
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Aberdeenshire men with anger issues handed sentences at Peterhead court

Ian Souter threatened to have his partner's dog "put down" while Andrew Anderson "lunged" at a police officer during his arrest.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·12 Aug
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Challenge Cup kick-off: Peterhead thrash Banks o’ Dee, but Highland League successes, Ayoub Mouloua Aberdeen double and late Ross County win at Elgin City

We cover Tuesday's action in the KDM Evolution Trophy.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·11 Aug
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Thug caged for five years after blinding man in Aberdeen bar attack

Peterhead man Kieran Arthur's horrific attack in a city pub has left his victim unable to see out of one of his eyes.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·8 Aug
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SPFL round-up: Ross County, Peterhead, Cove Rangers and Elgin City weekend previews

Ross County and Elgin City bid to build on opening day victories as Cove Rangers and Peterhead hit the road this weekend.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·7 Aug
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Former Aberdeen winger leaves Peterhead to take up coaching role in Northern Ireland

Former Northern Ireland international returns to Derry City 17 years after he played for the club.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·6 Aug
Planning

Consultation under Section 37 of The Electricity Act 1989 for the Installation of 400KV Overhead Lines, 18 Steel Latt...

Consultation under Section 37 of The Electricity Act 1989 for the Installation of 400KV Overhead Lines, 18 Steel Lattice Towers, 2 Temporary Towers and Associated Infrastructure

Aberdeenshire Council Planning·5 Aug
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Peterhead paedophile used online chat rooms as ‘escape’

Churchgoer Craig Ware, 41, sent disgusting messages to what he though were underage schoolgirls.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·3 Aug
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Why winger Richard Chin was sub for Ross County League One opener – Stuart Kettlewell

Stuart Kettlewell told The Press and Journal why Richard Chin was only used as a substitute by Ross County in their League One curtain-raiser at Peterhead, which they won 1-0.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·3 Aug
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Fire crews remain at Aberdeenshire recycling centre blaze for second day as road reopens

Dozens of crew members continue working to extinguish the fire at Suez Recycling and Recovery near Peterhead.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·2 Aug
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Ross County boss Stuart Kettlewell’s reaction after ‘solid start’ to league campaign with victory at Peterhead

The Staggies boss admitted it was the 'poorest performance' from his team so far this season but Brian Graham's goal proved enough to win at Balmoor.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·1 Aug
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SPFL round-up: Ross County, Peterhead, Cove Rangers and Elgin City ready for opening day

We speak to four new arrivals at their clubs as the League One and Two seasons get started this Saturday.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·31 Jul
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Peterhead man detained in Croatia after being stopped at airport

It is understood the 22-year-old landed in the European country before being apprehended by officers.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·30 Jul
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Peterhead prisoner made sinister threat to guard over porridge

Drug dealer Anthony Gill became irate when his breakfast was delayed, telling one prison officer to see what happens on the outside.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·29 Jul
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Air ambulance and fire appliance sent to Peterhead Harbour

Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance (SCAA) landed at the Aberdeenshire port at around 7.30pm tonight.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·28 Jul
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No failings over custody death of Peterhead prison riot ringleader, inquiry concludes

A fatal accident inquiry has found John Gallagher died from terminal lung cancer while in custody, concluding his death could not have been prevented and identifying no failings in his care.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·28 Jul
Planning

Installation of 33kV Overhead Line supported by Wooden Poles (Amendment to APP/2025/1032)

Installation of 33kV Overhead Line supported by Wooden Poles (Amendment to APP/2025/1032)

Aberdeenshire Council Planning·27 Jul
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Premier Sports Cup: Alfie Bavidge goal sees Caley Thistle win group; Peterhead hold top-flight Kilmarnock before penalties win; Elgin City, Cove Rangers reaction

'We didn't have the start we wanted in the group, but we've bounced back and got three wins in a week' - Caley Thistle assistant Billy Mckay.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·26 Jul
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GALLERY: Peterhead celebrates Scottish week with RNLI raft race

Spectators enjoy Scottish week raft race in Peterhead.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·24 Jul
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Peterhead oil worker tried to smuggle £40 MILLION of cocaine into UK … and almost lost the lot at sea

David Paterson's job was to recover the drugs 40 miles offshore, however he returned empty-handed when he couldn't find the floating bundles after the GPS trackers failed.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·22 Jul
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Peterhead’s empty shops are damaging the town’s future, says business owner

Charlene Duthie says more support is needed to bring properties back into use before they become permanent eyesores.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·22 Jul
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Premier Sports Cup: Alfie Stewart nets stunning winner for Caley Thistle against St Johnstone; Defeats for Brora, Cove and Peterhead

On-loan Aberdeen midfielder Alfie Stewart netted the only goal for ICT against the Perth Saints.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·21 Jul
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Row over Aberdeen west end driveway plans which would ‘knock down historic granite wall’

Meanwhile, a major expansion at a Peterhead nursery could soon be under way and proposals are in place to rebuild a fire-hit home in Ballater.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·20 Jul
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Exclusive: Council ‘had been warned’ about Peterhead baby killer – who ‘left dog to die in filthy flat’ years before killing tot with hairdryer

The trial triggered a massive family feud as loved ones didn't know what to believe, while some locals say Aberdeenshire Council "ignored" their concerns.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·17 Jul
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Peterhead baby death trial will leave lasting impact on everyone

Our reporter believes the harrowing trial of Courtney Gartshore will leave people forever questioning: How could something like this have happened?

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·17 Jul
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Grief-stricken auntie says justice has been ‘rightfully’ served after Peterhead mum found guilty of killing baby

Dahlia-Rose Gartshore was only three months old when she died in 2023.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·17 Jul
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Peterhead baby death trial: Mother GUILTY of killing three-month-old daughter after applying heat from hairdryer

Courtney Gartshore, 28, was on trial at the High Court in Aberdeen over the death of her daughter, Dahlia-Rose.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·16 Jul
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Death driver who killed army veteran on north-east road loses bid to get back licence

Graham Smith was behind the wheel of a van when he hit John Grover, 62, in a collision on the A90 Aberdeen to Peterhead road in December 2021.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·16 Jul
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Peterhead baby death case sees burns specialists disagree over key evidence in court

Courtney Gartshore is accused of culpable homicide in connection with the death of baby Dahlia-Rose by burning her. All other charges have been dropped.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·15 Jul
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League Cup round-up: Peterhead defeat Elgin City as Max Barry wins a thriller for Cove Rangers

The Blue Toon came from behind to win at Borough Briggs, while Cove edged East Kilbride.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·14 Jul
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Trial continues of Peterhead mother accused of killing her three-month-old baby with a hairdryer

Courtney Gartshore is accused of culpable homicide in connection with the death of baby Dahlia-Rose by burning her - all other charges have been dropped.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·14 Jul
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Man may lose eye after Peterhead thug glassed him in Aberdeen pub

Kieran Arthur smashed a pint glass into the face of another man who has now undergone multiple surgeries in an attempt to save his eye.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·14 Jul
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Peterhead baby death trial: Where is trial up to and what were the accused mum’s movements in hours before tot’s passing?

Courtney Gartshore denies “culpably and recklessly” causing the child to be subjected to “significant and sustained” heat on her head and body from a hairdryer.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·13 Jul
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Peterhead look to land left-back after loss in League Cup opener

Peterhead are hoping to sign Tobias Davies-Browne, who featured as a trialist in their Premier Sports League Cup defeat to Hamilton Academical.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·11 Jul
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Behind the scenes at Ugie Salmon Fish House, Peterhead’s centuries-old smokehouse

As part of our celebration of the North's heritage crafts and trades, we go behind-the-scenes of Ugie's 441-year-old working fish smokehouse.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·11 Jul
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Peterhead baby had heat damage visible through to her bones

A pathologist in the trial against Courtney Gartshore has said injuries to infant Dahlia-Rose was even visible on her brain.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·10 Jul
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Mitch Megginson reveals his hopes for his time at Peterhead ahead of Cove Rangers testimonial weekend double-header

Striker Mitch Megginson is hoping to deliver goals for Peterhead after joining the Blue Toon this summer.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·10 Jul
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Peterhead sex offender jailed after failing to disclose AI app use

Matthew Taylor, who once told police he used the tools to fulfil sexual desires, was jailed for nine months at Peterhead Sheriff Court.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·10 Jul
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Jury in Peterhead baby death trial hears distressing 999 call played at High Court

Courtney Gartshore is accused of culpable homicide in connection with the death of baby Dahlia-Rose by burning her and she also faces other charges.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·8 Jul
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