Kieran Beattie

Autumn has arrived, the nights are drawing in, so what better time to make the most of the daylight and explore the north-east's hidden gems?

Ember is proving it is in fact possible to deliver reliable, quality public transport services in the north-east of Scotland, meaning I'm finally able to ditch my car at home for my commute.

Brewdog's original, intimate craft beer bars like its flagship Gallowgate venue brought something completely new to UK drinking scenes — but there's no space for that model in a world where modern Brewdog is more or less an expensive Wetherspoons, writes Kieran Beattie.

Although it might not be as heaving as it was in years gone by, Christmas is still a crazy period in Aberdeen city centre. Here are 7 great pubs to escape the chaos with a great pint of beer.

Need some ideas on how to celebrate St Patrick’s Day in Aberdeen? Then paint the town green with our handy guide to the city’s best places for Guinness,

Tonight's documentary about the murder of Rothienorman mechanic Brian McKandie will be broadcast on Sky Crime, and we've had a sneak preview.

Brian McKandie: New Sky Crime documentary on murder of Rothienorman mechanic airing next month

There are Scottish beer festivals being held across the country this summer, so here’s our pick of five of the best, plus how to get tickets.

Scottish brewery Drygate has put out a new beer brewed with Bovril — yes, really — but what does the head of our sports reporting team think of it?

Fierce Beer have launched two new lagers in their core range, but which of their three key lagers is the best? I taste tested to find out