At least 80,000 customers faced power cuts as high winds and fallen trees caused widespread disruption.

On St Andrew's Day 1996, Scotland had a date with the Stone of Destiny as symbolic stone returned home.

Concern about a new Covid variant and the damage wreaked by Storm Arwen make the front pages on Saturday

Scotland's deputy first minister John Swinney will urge the SNP conference to "stand up" in defence of devolution.

How transport issues affect the lives of people across many parts of southern Scotland.

A new online exhibition is aiming to raise awareness of cerebral visual impairment (CVI).

Scotland's first minister says the new strain circulating in Southern Africa is worrying but more investigation is needed.

Scotland will face Ukraine at Hampden in the World Cup play-off semi-finals before potentially visiting either Wales or Austria in the final.

Bertie Auld was described as one of "the greatest ambassadors Celtic could ever have wished for" as thousands turned out to honour the Lisbon Lion.

Ednilson De Ceita was found guilty of dangerous driving in May 2018.

Second jab appointments will also be rolled out shortly to 16 and 17-year-olds in Scotland.

Patryk Jasinski choked, punched and stabbed Tomasz Lipiec in the Townhead area of Glasgow last year.

Scots Richie Ramsay, Liam Johnston and Craig Howie are among 15 British and Irish golfers to withdraw from the Joburg Open after South Africa was put on the UK government's red travel list.

Peter Morgan, 60, was discovered in a property in Sikeside Street, Coatbridge, on 19 November.

A daily update on the number and location of coronavirus cases in Scotland.

Industry concerns, legal issues, political pressure and case numbers will all have played a part in the u-turn.

Vaccine passports, boosters and lateral flow tests - your questions answered on the first minister's Covid update.

The scheme, which applies to nightclubs and large events, came into effect in October.

Doctors treating virus patients in Lanarkshire tell BBC Scotland they are under "unprecedented pressure".

Children aged 12 to 15 are being offered one vaccine dose, while 16 to 17-year olds will be offered two.

Is the effectiveness of Covid vaccines waning over time? We look at how much protection being double vaccinated offers.

It is hoped the results of the study could be used to forecast which patients will need treatment.

More than 100,000 Scots are waiting for a booster despite receiving their second dose more than six months ago.

Scotland's levels system of restrictions have come to an end - but what does that mean people can do?

The scheme could be extended to cinemas, theatres and some other licensed and hospitality premises.

Former police officer John Murray spoke the last words the dying police officer heard after she was shot outside the Libyan Embassy.

The SNP leader has made lots of policy pledges in her conference speeches - but have they been delivered on?

The Forestry and Land Scotland site in Moray was originally established to help create forestry after World War One.

The fashion designer has dressed Princess Diana, Freddie Mercury and Elizabeth Taylor during her 50 year career.

Monsignor Basil O'Sullivan looks back on his life as he retires after 33 years as the town's parish priest.

The 10th Century Book of Deer will go on show in Aberdeen next year after funding was secured.

The town that gets children to design its Christmas lights has let them mark the pandemic in their special way.

Police have warned people not to travel in areas covered by a Met Office red wind warning.

Celtic fans pay their respects as the funeral cortege of Bertie Auld makes its way past the stadium.

Paul Gordon receives the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Unsung Hero award for Scotland for his years of work running Elgin Amateur Boxing Club.

Deaths from infection are continuing at Glasgow's flagship hospital, the leader of Scottish Labour claims.

Scotland's First Minister Nicola Sturgeon tells the BBC she intends to fulfill her term of office.

Midfielder Erin Cuthbert says Scotland "have to be more ruthless" after they need a stoppage-time equaliser to draw at home to Ukraine in World Cup qualifying.

Kawasaki Frontale left-back Rio Hatate is reportedly close to joining Celtic in January as Rangers look to thwart English interest in Leon King.

Giovanni van Bronckhorst confirms he has brought "highly energetic and innovative coach" Dave Vos from Ajax to Rangers as his assistant manager.

Scotland score a last-gasp goal for the second World Cup qualifier in a row as Abi Harrison's header salvaged a draw against Ukraine at Hampden.

Scotland's men will face reigning title holders Sweden in the final of the European Curling Championships after a resounding 9-3 win over hosts Norway.