Emergency work by Scottish Water means that the road between Jockston and Ardoe will be closed until 1st October. Details and map below.

The next section of waterworks along Cookston Road will be starting on the 15th August for 24 days. The road will be completely closed in both directions from Thistle Drive down to the roundabout with Muirend Road and Devenick Drive. There will also be parking restrictions on Devenick Drive. So, if you’re driving out of Thistle Drive to Cookston Road, you’ll need to turn right and go through Hillside. For anyone doing the school run to Portlethen Primary or Academy in their car, the alternative is to follow Thistle Drive the other way, through the countryside, all the way to the junction with Bruntland Road.

Due to the continuing water works up by the A92, the path up from Cookston Road on the west side of the underpass will remain closed for a while longer.

Fair week in Newtonhill is just about to begin, culminating in the Skateraw Fair at the Bettridge Centre next Saturday. Please be mindful of where you can park on this day.

Includes the answer to the questions about the bus routes during the closure (now expected to start on the 11th July).