Inchmarlo man Sandy Thow remembers the flood of 1951 that brought mayhem to the region.

Kim Walton explores the story of how one of Scotland's most famous exports was established in a Deeside village.

Also inside this week's Piper is our quarterly women's supplement Inspire, packed full of uplifting stories of local women who are leading the way in fashion, beauty and business.

In News, read about a father and son from Torphins who completed a gruelling challenge to raise money for cancer charities.

A Finzean dentist is heading to a remote island for two months to 'fill in' for the local practitioner.

And find out what has angered local residents in Kincardine O'Neil and why an Alford family have had to postpone a charity walk.

In Westminster Comment, Sir Robert Smith MP explains why he believes the North Sea industry is at a crossroads.

While in Sport, we preview this weekend's top cycling event – the Scottish Power Renewables Super 6 road race series.

Banchory golfer James Byrne speaks to The Piper after winning the East of Scotland amateur championship and Frank Brooks writes about more delights from the world of hillwalking.

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