A PLAN to take over the running of public toilets in Banff and Macduff has been rejected by Aberdeenshire Council - even though it would have saved it money.

THE importance of a sexual health clinic being established in Banff for young people in the area cannot be underestimated.

FORRES gained sweet revenge for the 3-0 defeat they suffered at Banff when they returned the compliment with three of their own as Deveronvale finally managed to fulfil a Highland League fixture, their first away match since November 21.

SCOTLAND recently took another step towards being able to decide its own future recently, with the publication of a draft independence referendum bill by the Scottish Government.

With the prolonged works to carrying out costly and future protection work to the Deveron Bridge to perhaps save it from destruction from other high tides and floods, is it not time for the local councillors to stand up and ask the Scottish and Westminster Governments to pay for a new crossing over the River Deveron?

HARKING back to open-air performances of the 50s and 60s when a Midsummer Night's Dream was eloquently performed in the field next to Loch Soy, Portsoy, will attract professional theatre once again - this time in the warmth of the Portsoy Town Hall.

HAVE you a blog you think deserves a wider audience? This is your opportunity to get it known. We don't mind what you write about as long as it keeps us interested or entertained and the subject or the author is from our area.

CLIMBING Mount Kilimanjaro to 19,341ft is a daunting task but a group of friends are hoping to conquer the mountain to help support a friend in need.

CALLING all local musicians: the Banffshire Journal wants you – and your music - on our website.