Libraries that faced axe in Moray five years ago under threat again – but local leader warns saving other services should be the priority
Campaigners marched through the heart of Elgin five years ago to try to save libraries from closure.
Burghead
Woman and baby born in same Moray house 100 years apart meet for the first time
There was a historic meeting in Burghead at the weekend, when a woman and a baby who were born in the same house 100 years apart met for the first time.
Relive Burghead’s unique New Year celebration – the Burning of the Clavie
Thousands descend on Burghead year in, year out to celebrate its fiery New Year tradition - and this year was certainly no exception.
The Burning of the Clavie is a New Year tradition like no other
Huge flames leapt into the air as a Moray community celebrated the arrival of the New Year in its own unique style.
Watch as Moray village marks age old tradition of Burning of the Clavie
Revellers gathered in Burghead to celebrate the ancient fire ritual that involves carrying a collection of split casks set alight through the Moray village.
Best pictures: The Burning of the Clavie through the years
As the Moray fishing village of Burghead prepares to take part in an ancient New Year's tradition on Friday, we took a look back at some of the best pictures captured at the world famous event.
Clavie King celebrates 70 years of being involved in unique Burghead New Year’s tradition
An ancient New Year's tradition will bring visitors from around the world to a Moray fishing village this week.
Unique annual Moray New Year tradition takes place next week
One of the most unique events on the Moray annual calendar takes place next week.
Woman left with facial injuries during robbery at Moray property
A woman was left with minor facial injuries after being robbed of a sum of cash worth more than £1,000.
Fundraising total from Burghead’s Boxing Day swim expected to top £13,000
Organisers of Burghead’s Boxing Day swim have estimated that this year’s fundraising total could reach more than £13,000.
Courageous Moray teenager remembered as more than 100 brave chilly water for Boxing Day swim
More than 100 courageous souls have braved the chilly water of the Moray Firth to raise thousands of pounds for charity.
Ambitious new project to renovate historic Moray ruins garners mixed response from locals
Ambitious plans to convert a historic ruin on a Moray beach into a holiday park have been met with a mixed response from locals.
Greenfingered volunteers rejuvenate plot of land that used to site Moray sea school
A group of green-fingered volunteers from Moray have helped to transform a eyesore piece of land into a place worthy of its history.
Reaper restoration restarts lives for Moray offenders
A historic fishing boat in Moray has been restored to its prime by a squad of convicts performing community service.
Momentous occasion for Moray fisherman as 24/7 fuel tank installed in Burghead harbour
Fishermen across Moray are hoping for a boost after finally being given 24-hour access to fuel.
Determined Dry sets his sights on a Tokyo medal
Burghead hammer thrower Mark Dry is recovering from vital hip surgery and is setting his sights on winning a medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games.
Charity set up in Moray to help others prepare for death after sadness of watching friend pass away
Three friends who nursed their friend during her final months have set up a charity in Moray to help others prepare for death.
Piping and drumming lessons to be offered to Moray pupils
Youngsters in Moray schools will be given the chance to learn the pipes and drums after receiving a funding boost from a national music charity.
Lidl attracts criticism for mispronouncing name of famous Moray tradition
A supermarket has attracted criticism for mispronouncing the name of a famous Moray tradition – in an advert boasting about being proud of its local links.
Rare basking shark sightings in the Moray Firth
The uncommonly still waters of the Moray Firth have been shark-filled in recent weeks - and visitors couldn’t be happier.
Coastal rowing clubs from around Moray meet up for races around picturesque loch
With coastal rowing growing in popularity throughout Britain, four Moray clubs have joined forces for a day of competitive racing.
Former Moray Sea School students to unveil plaques celebrating voyages
More than 100 former students from a popular sea school are expected to arrive in Moray at the weekend - more than 40 years after the classes stopped.
Moray dredger rocked after becoming stranded on sandbank
A dredger with the specific job of clearing the entrances to Moray harbours has become stranded on a sandbank.
Military wives choir makes special appearance for 100th birthday celebrations
A military wives choir has provided a stirring soundtrack to the 100th birthday celebrations of a Moray village stalwart.
Group of north-east rowers capsize off the shore of Burghead
A group of north-east rowers had a lucky escape yesterday after their vessel capsized off the shore of a north town.
Life-saving device installed at Moray harbour in honour of Burghead luminary
A life-saving device has been installed at a Moray harbour in tribute to a local stalwart who devoted his life to the port.
International students draw up visions for Moray’s historic attractions
International students have toured some of Moray’s most historic attractions to draw up a vision for their future.
PICS & VIDEO: Hundreds enjoy 1,600-year-old spectacular Burning of the Clavie ritual
Hundreds of locals and visitors braved the subzero temperatures in one Moray village to watch the 1,600-year-old tradition of the Burning of the Clavie last night to mark the old New Year.
Burning of the Clavie: Everything you need to know
Tonight visitors from far and wide will descend on Burghead for the annual Burning of the Clavie festival.
Burghead’s Burning of the Clavie: The festival untouched by modernity
A lot changes in 30 years, as the transformation in how people live today compared to the 1980s proves.
VIDEO: Going, going, gone… Divers make a splash for charity
More than 60 swimmers took part in one of Moray’s coldest festive traditions yesterday.
Offshore worker sent estranged wife ‘menacing’ texts when she began seeing new man
An offshore worker has been fined almost £800 after sending his estranged wife a string of “menacing” text messages following their separation.