Aberdeen has been identified as the least expensive city to get on the property ladder while Carlisle is the cheapest for renters, analysis suggests.

Two police officers were taken to hospital after their vehicle was involved in a crash with a van during a pursuit.

Three ferries are now sidelined in a new 'calamity' to hit state-owned ferry operator CalMac.

Companies linked to the provision of the supply of weapons and parts for war planes to Israel have benefitted from over £2m grants from the Scottish Government

A heating network using waste energy from a data centre may show a new future for warming and decarbonisng Scotland's buildings.

Patrick Harvie has said that it would be “a mistake” for the Scottish Green party to walk away from the Bute House agreement.

A popular pub and restaurant in a sought-after city location has been brought to market for sale.

A beloved Scottish fashion chain that collapsed into administration 16 months ago is to open again on the high street

A Scottish whisky trade body that acts as a watchdog against fake products has closed down a counterfeit Scotch operation in South Korea.

It held firm on its financial guidance for the year in an update ahead of its annual general meeting

Details of the new care home in Glasgow's west end have been revealed

The number of insects being splatted on Scotland's car windscreens has declined by 75% over the past two decades, researchers say

After 10 years of being closed to the public, the historic Inveraray Pier was finally re-opened to the public at the weekend.

Scottish hospitality group adds second rural hotel to portfolio

The King's foundation has launched its Food for the Future Programme to marke Stop Food Waste Day.

Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on juryless trials

Patrick Harvie has confirmed he will quit as the Scottish Greens’ co-leader if party members vote to withdraw from the Bute House Agreement.

A small aircraft carrying two people has crashed near to Glasgow Prestwick Airport

Orkney Folk Festival is returning for a 41st outing. Here is everything you need to know about the May event.

Humza Yousaf has faced a rebellion from backbench MSPs over controversial legislation that would introduce juryless rape trials in Scotland.

SNP ministers have been criticised for their response to a landmark report into youth gender identity services as the Scottish Government finally gave its response to the Cass review.

NatWest chief executive Paul Thwaite declares 'the needs and expectations of customers are changing at pace'

A controversial piece of legislation is being debated for the first time, as the Scottish Government looks to make major changes to the criminal justice system.

A Scottish brewery has unveiled its new look and larger cans following an extensive 'brand refresh'.

Andrew Neil has said media regulator Ofcom needs to “grow a backbone and quick” over the issue of politicians hosting TV programmes

The Scottish Government intends to bring forward legislation to quash convictions of victims of the Post Office scandal before the summer.

A luxury hotel in Scotland has launched a new rooftop bar and dining outlet ahead of the summer season.

The family of Sandy Davidson have issued a new appeal for information about his disappearance, close to 50 years after he vanished from a street in Irvine, North Ayrshire

A spokesperson for the First Minister has refused to comment on Greens minister Patrick Harvie's remarks on the Cass review of medical treatments for transgender young people.

Investment bank pledges to expand team in Scotland's biggest city

Heart Research UK says Heart disease kills a higher proportion of women in Scotland than in England, as they launch a new awareness campaign.

The sunshine is out in Scotland, and the Met Office say temperatures will reach highs of 16 degrees, but how long will the rain stay off?

The founders have been working on the business for more than a decade

Paisley Pie Co, located on Bridge Street has announced expansion plans and will open up a new shop on Causeyside Street this summer.

The hostel is to open following a £1 million refurbishment of the city centre building

The Scotch whisky distillery will launch a new single malt and create jobs

Revised plans for a £45 million music centre and cultural venue for a landmark site in the Scottish capital have been lodged.

It emerged victorious in the “Best Country Hotel” category in this year’s awards

Al Denholm declares morale at institution is better than anything he has seen in career

Scottish Green co-leader and Government minister Patrick Harvie could face a confidence vote in Holyrood.

Train services have been disrupted near Glasgow as engineers repair damage caused by a sinkhole.

The distinctive 'crex crex' call of the Corncrake has been heard once again last week in the Western Isles, marking the return of this endangered species for another breeding season in Scotland.

A chamber music festival in the Highlands is to celebrate Scotland’s native rainforests with a world premiere by a local composer.

Attacks on police in the Scottish Highlands have risen by 28% while incidents in Glasgow and Edinburgh have fallen.

Borders Distillery Company will use funding as it works towards release of its debut single malt

Latest investment from SNIB will support delivery of up to 100 new homes

Tributes have been paid to renowned accordionist Fergie MacDonald after his death today at the age of 86.

Farming

We had no idea where we were going and somehow ended up surrounded by Highland cows, so far off track that the only way to reach the road without turning back was through a family’s back garden.

Our cartoonist Steven Camley’s take on Rwanda flights