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Lonach Highland Games 2026: Spectacular day of tradition in Strathdon

See the best photos from the Lonach Highland Games 2026 as competitors, pipers and dancers gathered in Strathdon to celebrate Scottish heritage and Highland traditions.

23 August 2026

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Strathdon holiday lodges approved despite planning wrangle over their size

The red tape could have prevented the holiday homes from being built, but the landowner argued they would boost tourism in the area.

21 August 2026

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Firefighters tackle van blaze near Strathdon after investigating ‘reports of smoke’ 14 miles away

The fire service was made aware of two separate incidents on Thursday evening.

23 July 2026

Press & Journal (Aberdeen)

Aberdeenshire gamekeepers on trial accused of shooting protected red kites

Police were alerted by a member of the public who had found a dead bird near Strathdon last year.

1 May 2026

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