Scottish Government pressed to deliver funding boost for Moray ahead of minister visit
A Scottish Government minister has been pressed to deliver a funding boost for Moray during a visit to the region today.
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Highland League table toppers reunite after 25 years as part of campaign to have championship reinstated
A north-east football team that swept the opposition aside to win the Highland League before having the honour stripped from them has reunited – 25 years on from the controversy.
Hundreds march through Moray town centre to oppose maternity unit downgrade
Hundreds of protesters have marched together in a show of solidarity against the looming downgrade of Moray’s only maternity unit.
Flower baskets aim to add splash of colour to Moray town centre
Flower baskets have been hung in a Moray town centre in an effort to add extra colour to the area during the summer.
Hospital boss confident maternity service at Dr Gray’s will be restored next year
A health official at Dr Gray’s Hospital yesterday vowed to provide the “safest possible service” for mums as medical bosses deal with the recruitment crisis in the maternity department.
Campaigners say ‘years of inaction’ from NHS Grampian has caused current crisis at Dr Gray’s
Campaigners fighting to preserve maternity services in Moray want the NHS to be “held to account” while claiming that “years of inaction” have led to the current crisis.
Domestic abuse convictions soar across the Highlands and Moray
Convictions for domestic abuse offences across the Highlands and Moray have soared over the last four years, new figures have revealed.
Downgraded maternity service plans branded ‘unsafe’ at Dr Gray’s
A campaign group has claimed NHS Grampian’s plans to downgrade Moray’s maternity services have been “ill-thought out” and are putting lives at risk.
Two men charged with human trafficking offences in Elgin
Two Vietnamese men aged 45 and 20 have been arrested and charged in relation to alleged human trafficking offences in the Elgin area.
Crowdfunder launched to raise money for town hall upkeep
A fundraising campaign has been launched to raise money to help keep one of Moray’s beleaguered town halls open and active.
Moray businessman describes seeing business go up in flames
Firefighters have been praised for saving a Moray business from ruin after finding it in the midst of a large blaze at the weekend.
Fire breaks out in Elgin
A fire has broken out in Elgin. Details are still emerging although it is thought to be a scrapyard on fire. A fire service spokeswoman said she could not give details at this time. More to follow.
Man charged in relation to Elgin assault
A 28-year-old man has been arrested and charged in relation to an alleged assault on a 40-year old man in Elgin last month.
Aspiring Moray performer shares stage with musical theatre star
A young aspiring singer from Moray realised her lifelong dream after getting to perform with one of musical theatre’s biggest stars.
North-east construction firm favourites for hotel development
Work on two hotels in the north-east helped construction firm Robertson Group secure the lead contractor’s role for a £10 million development at a top horse racing venue.
‘Death-defying’ stunts promised as circus arrives in north-east
Russia has proven an object of fascination for football fans this summer, with the World Cup keeping enthusiasts glued to the television.
Pregnant women could be forced to travel from Elgin to Aberdeen to have their babies
Women in Moray with risky pregnancies will be sent as far afield as Aberdeen to give birth as NHS Grampian’s staffing shortage continues to take its toll.
Moray Council ploughs £500,000 into gym revamp at struggling fitness centre
Moray Council will plough £500,000 into keeping a struggling sports facility afloat despite concerns about plummeting visitor numbers.
Extra time for community groups in Moray not ready to take over halls
No doors will be locked for good today on cherished town halls and community centres across Moray.
Drink driver drove car onto football pitch while match was being played
A Moray drink driver who drove his car onto a football pitch while a match was being played has been banned from the roads for more than two years.
Opening of new primary school in Moray will now be nearly two years late
The opening date for a new primary school in Moray has been pushed back yet again.
Speyside bus passengers urged to take advantage of trial services
Speyside residents have been urged to take advantage of extra bus services in the area or risk “losing them”.
Tennis centre in Moray receives backing from star coach
One of tennis’ most celebrated coaches has offered to help develop the next generation of talent in Moray.
Moray business taking a step forward in neurological research
A new Moray business is looking to change the lives of people who suffer from neurological conditions or lower limb injuries.
Moray youngster guiding other teens to work – just one week after leaving school
A Moray youngster will be encouraging her fellow teenagers into work - just a week after leaving school herself.
Moray motorist faces prison after ‘violently’ grabbing steering wheel of ex-girlfriend’s car
A Moray motorist has been told he could face a prison sentence after “violently” grabbing the steering wheel of his ex-girlfriend’s car.
Council broadens search for £5 million needed to restore treasured Moray landmark
A £5 million price tag has been set on restoring one of Moray’s most treasured historic landmarks to its former glory.
Police launch inquiry after Elgin assault
Police are appealing for witnesses following the assault of a 40-year-old man in Elgin.
Council recommends temporarily shutting schools to ease teacher shortage in Moray
Education bosses in Moray have again suggested bussing school pupils out of classrooms hit by the region’s ongoing teacher recruitment crisis.
Motorist denies being more than six times drink drive limit in Elgin Sheriff Court appearance
A man has appeared in court accused of getting behind the wheel while more than six times the drink-drive limit.
Three Moray breweries team up to create new recipe for charity bash
Three of Moray’s biggest beer makers have teamed up for the first time to produce a special brew to support a massive charity event.
Stormtroopers and superheroes descend on Elgin for Comic Con event
Stormtroopers, superheroes and Sith Lords are descending on Moray this weekend for a very special event.