David Mackay has been reporting the news in Moray since April 2016. After originally growing up in the St Cyrus area, he enjoys covering the communities where he grew up and now lives. When not reporting the news he is usually watching Star Trek.
David Mackay: How many times will we need to rely on wildfire heroes to protect our homes?
July 4, 2025
Why cruise ship firm is plotting return to Buckie harbour amidst attempts to grow sector at Moray port
July 1, 2025
Music venue vision for Lossiemouth church backed amid hopes landmark could become ‘amazing asset’ for region
June 27, 2025
Explained: Inspiration behind new colourful mural on Elgin’s Cooper Park sports pavilion
June 26, 2025
Revealed: How much Union Bridge roadworks on A96 in Keith have soared over published costs
June 24, 2025
David Mackay: Why I’m one of the Elgin drivers resorting to ‘cheeky’ town centre rat runs
June 20, 2025
6 Warnings River Spey hydrogen plan could pose health dangers for fish in low water levels
June 20, 2025
Major expansion of Dores Inn could include sauna, beach cafe and two new Loch Ness jetties
June 18, 2025
Elgin mum overjoyed to have baby at Dr Gray’s as NHS Grampian bosses admit they ‘can’t believe’ recruitment boom
June 13, 2025
How six Inverness primary school pupils conquered Scotland and are now aiming to be UK flag football champions
June 13, 2025
House demolished at New Elgin Service Station to make way for more upgrades
June 5, 2025
David Mackay: Why Elgin is the perfect town for summer, but we don’t make the most of it
May 23, 2025
3 Fish dying in River Spey as water levels near historic lows in dry weather
May 22, 2025
How best friend of courageous Elgin teen who cheerled through cancer continues to support her sparkly legacy
May 20, 2025
NHS Highland wants Scottish Government to ensure it does not ‘forget’ about rural communities
May 19, 2025
2 Parking fines in Elgin soar by 37%: Where are you most likely to get a ticket?
May 13, 2025
Hundreds of homes, a new primary school and maybe a lot more: What Delnies housing development means for Nairn
May 6, 2025
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Why demand for Elgin cabs means C&R Taxis keeps getting bigger despite owner wanting to stay small
April 28, 2025
Temporary classrooms could stay longer at Elgin High School as extension opening pushed back
April 27, 2025
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Meet the volunteer police constables keeping Elgin safe on Friday and Saturday nights
April 25, 2025
Street patrols being stepped up by Moray Council to cope with rising anti-social behaviour worries
April 24, 2025
Police searches, underage drinking, late night passengers: What happened when I spent the evening in Elgin bus station
April 23, 2025
A night on the front line combatting anti-social behaviour in Elgin with police
April 22, 2025
How police and Moray Council are trying to win the battle against Elgin’s rising anti-social behaviour problem
April 21, 2025