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This Week in Ellon

This past week in Ellon has seen a somber mood, largely influenced by several concerning news reports. The community has been shaken by the charging of seven children in connection with an attack that

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News

Fire crews called to crash near Ellon

Two vehicles were involved in the incident.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·1d ago
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Former popular Ellon restaurant to reopen under new ownership as pizzeria

Nolle is set to 'provide pizza in its purest form'.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·2d ago
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A90 blocked after crash near Ellon roundabout

Drivers were subject to delays after the incident which took place on Thursday evening.

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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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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Aberdeen, Inverness and Ellon restaurants shortlisted for ‘curry Oscars’

Ten restaurants and takeaways from the north and north-east are shortlisted for the awards.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·10 Aug
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Ellon family left homeless weeks after house went up in flames

Keith Findlay and his family have thanked the community for their support in the aftermath of the blaze.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·7 Aug
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Plans to transform ‘derelict’ Deeside farm steading into ‘dream family home’

Meanwhile, proposals to turn a garden shed in Ellon into a vehicle repair and servicing business have sparked a row amongst neighbours.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·6 Aug
Planning

Felling of 1 Wych Elm Tree

Felling of 1 Wych Elm Tree

Aberdeenshire Council Planning·28 Jul
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Aldi unveils plan to expand popular Ellon store

The budget supermarket firm said the proposal presented a "significant investment" in the north east town.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·17 Jul
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Motorbike rider in hospital after A90 crash near Ellon

The road was closed for over three hours.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·15 Jul
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James Watt launches fresh bid to buy back Ellon-based firm BrewDog

It comes just months after it was bought by US firm Tilray for £33 million.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·15 Jul
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Property expert Claire spent two years in caravan while building dream home near Ellon

Laurelden at Ythanbank near Ellon is on the market for offers in the region of £590,000.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·12 Jul
Planning

Formation of Plant Compound and Erection of Fence/Gate

Formation of Plant Compound and Erection of Fence/Gate

Aberdeenshire Council Planning·7 Jul
News

How Ella built successful skincare business from her kitchen table in Ellon

Ella Forbes has moved to a dedicated workspace to focus on growing her handmade skincare range.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·4 Jul
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Ellon Starbucks drive-thru approved despite fear of ‘horrendous’ traffic congestion

The proposal came after fast food firm McDonald's pulled the plug on its £4 million plan to construct a restaurant on the same site last year.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·30 Jun
News

Motorcyclist seriously injured following A920 Ellon crash

Police are appealing for dashcam footage to aid with their enquiries.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·27 Jun
Planning

Alterations and Extensions To Foodstore and Alterations to Car Park

Alterations and Extensions To Foodstore and Alterations to Car Park

Aberdeenshire Council Planning·19 Jun
Planning

Change of Use to Residential (Class 9) and Erection of Garage

Change of Use to Residential (Class 9) and Erection of Garage

Aberdeenshire Council Planning·19 Jun
News

Tributes paid to beloved Ellon lorry and taxi driver, Ian Thomson, 86

The grandfather and former Ellon Taxis driver died after a short illness.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·15 Jun
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How Ellon nursery turned things around after weak inspection report

Inspectors have recorded major improvements at Stepping Stones Nursery.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·12 Jun
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Gallery: Pedal to the metal at Ellon Gala Day and Pedal Car Race

Festivities and fun at Ellon Gala Day and Pedal Car Race in Gordon Park, Ellon on June 6 2026.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·7 Jun
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Ellon care home threatened with closure due to ‘significant concerns’ – only months after positive inspection

Bonnyton House Care Home must make a series of improvements by the start of July.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·2 Jun
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‘Bullying and OCD left me with no qualifications. Now I’m going to study midwifery at RGU’

Isla Cunningham thought she’d fallen too far behind in life to catch up. Now the 20-year-old from Ellon has won a place at Robert Gordon University.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·24 May
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Our wedding story: Peterhead grooms Mike and David Taylor-Clarke say ‘I do’ in relaxed Ellon ceremony

Family and friends were at the heart of the couple's Schivas Steading do.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·21 May
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Ellon cafe owners unveil new pink mobile tearoom to take Annie’s on the road

Annie's Tearoom owners Sarah and Elaine Christie wanted to create something that could travel while still feeling unmistakably like the cafe.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·19 May
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Buchan’s beloved ‘trainie’: Memories of Fraserburgh to St Combs railway in photos

As the Campaign for North East Rail leads the charge to bring trains back to Ellon, Fraserburgh and Peterhead, we look back at the forgotten light railway that ran between St Combs and the Broch.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·17 May
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Cricket: Ground-sharing arrangement signals bright future for Gordonians

Gordonians are now using the grass wicket at Gordon Park in Ellon.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·15 May
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Long-running Ellon cattery business up for sale for £495,000

Susan Barrowman is selling up - offering a property that can accommodate up to 60 cats.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·13 May
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Ellon PSA opens up on cancer journey and moment she asked, ‘How the hell do I tell my kids?’

Ellon’s Elaine Robb will take to the Courage catwalk this week after lobular breast cancer left her with sleepless nights, before finding support in a WhatsApp group with a distinctive name.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·12 May
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Ellon oats producer lands lucrative Tesco deal

The family-owned business is supplying thousands of supermarkets throughout the UK

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·12 May
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My 7 Wonders of Aberdeenshire, by Ellon’s Evie, aged 11

Evie chose some of her favourite places to visit in Aberdeenshire — do you agree?

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·11 May
Planning

Erection Of Dwellinghouse Without Compliance with Condition 1 (Time) of Planning Permission Reference APP/2023/0074

Erection Of Dwellinghouse Without Compliance with Condition 1 (Time) of Planning Permission Reference APP/2023/0074

Aberdeenshire Council Planning·11 May
News

Ellon family ‘trapped abroad’ as 11-month old baby caught up in passport wrangle that could see them stranded for 12 weeks

Sarah Rodgers and her 11-month-old baby were turned away at the gate before boarding their flight home due to a passport mix-up.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·6 May
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Emergency services called to scene after A90 crash near Ellon

Police officers were managing traffic.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·6 May
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Man hit by car on A92 named by police

So sad to hear the news from the A92 this week. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Scott Mutch, a local man from Ellon, following the tragic incident on Thursday. It's a reminder for us all to be extra careful on our roads.

BBC Scotland·5 May
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BrewDog staff spotted in Aberdeen pub today in bid to reopen ‘as soon as possible’

The pub was closed earlier this year after the Ellon-based Brewery was sold.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·1 May
Planning

Extension to Garage

Extension to Garage

Aberdeenshire Council Planning·1 May
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Gallery: Archive photos of Ellon’s Ythan Raft Race in the 1980s and 1990s

From VW Beetles to Vikings, some unusual sights took to the river during the annual Ythan Raft Race in Ellon over the years, reckoned to be the biggest such event in Europe. We look back at archive ph

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·30 Apr
What's On

Back to the 80s with Gary Davies

Back to the 80s with BBC Radio 2's Gary Davies - a retro 80s party night at The New Inn Hotel Ellon with a live DJ set and support from Kev Reid.

Skiddle·26 Apr
News

Great British Menu: How did the final work out for Ellon chef Orry Shand?

The award-winning chef served his starter at a star-studded banquet celebrating the British film industry.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·25 Apr
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Pint sales have doubled: Revitalised Ellon pub hailed at industry awards

Fiona Hughes became the licensee of the Bridge Bar in the Aberdeenshire town last year.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·24 Apr
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11-year-old girl taken to hospital after being ‘hit by car’ on Ellon Road in Aberdeen

An ambulance and a rapid resuscitation response (3RU) team were dispatched to the scene.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·24 Apr
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Gillian Owen: ‘I wish NHS Grampian hadn’t spent public money sending me to Stirling for surgery’

The Ellon councillor was offered the chance to undergo treatment two-and-a-half hours away after a long and painful two-year wait for surgery.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·23 Apr
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Bunnies ‘doing well’ after rescue from North Sea drilling rig

Three rabbits were taken to New Arc Wildlife Rescue near Ellon.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·22 Apr
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Negotiations over land to begin in bid to dual A90 and turn Toll of Birness into roundabout

Plans are in place to upgrade the road between the junction and Ellon.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·21 Apr
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‘It felt overwhelming at times’: BrewDog senior brewer Kirsten and her partner Grant’s emotional Ellon home makeover

Kirsten MacCallum, and her partner Grant Carnie, who have two young children, say their home renovation tested them in ways they would've never imagined.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·19 Apr
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Drivers slow to 10mph on A90 amid fuel protest

A tractor led a convoy of vehicles from Ellon to Blackdog.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·15 Apr
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Ellon’s Nosheen Tandoori to be transformed into new Domino’s takeaway

The Bridge Street restaurant has been lying empty since it closed its doors three years ago.

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)·13 Apr
What's On

Comedy Night - Graham Mackie

Come along and join us for a night full of laughter!!

Skiddle·8 Apr