Cider-swilling Forres man terrorised children after haggling for cheaper price for handbag
A Moray man has been jailed for terrorising teenagers in a shop after trying to haggle a cheaper price for a handbag.
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More than 80 sites identified in Moray to help communities to grow their own food
More than 80 sites for communities to grow their own food have been identified in Moray.
Fears traffic light delay could have tragic consequences for Moray school pupils
A former teacher in Moray fears an anxious race against time to install traffic lights at a busy junction used by school pupils.
More than £750,000 to be spent improving minor north-east roads affected by timber trade
More than £750,000 is to be spent improving rural roads in Aberdeenshire and Moray used by timber lorries.
War memorial in Moray in running to be named best maintained in Scotland
A war memorial in Moray is in the running to be named as one of the best kept in Scotland.
Hundreds caught up in fake Belladrum tickets scam that has left families out of pocket
A mum whose teenage son has been conned out of £320 after being sold fake tickets to Belladrum has branded the scammers “scum”.
Beautiful Scotland praise dedicated floral volunteers in Moray for creating ‘strong community’
Volunteers have been out in force in Forres to showcase a year of hard work creating blooming displays.
DNA finally proves silver screen icon Marilyn Monroe descended from Scots
New DNA evidence has proved beyond doubt that screen legend Marilyn Monroe has Scottish roots.
Owner of Moray garage believes his firm was targeted by ‘professional thieves’ during attempted break-in
A Moray garage owner fears his firm has been targeted by a gang of “professional thieves” in an attempted break-in at his premises.
Moray troops receive medal in recognition of work overseas
Moray soldiers have been awarded a medal of honour in recognition of their service with the United Nations in Africa.
Outrage at proposals to ban alcohol from Highland Games gatherings
The organisers of Highland Games gatherings have raised fears that the events could be killed off by a possible alcohol ban.
Moray drug dealer is spared prison after telling court he only sold to friends
A Moray drug dealer has been spared a prison sentence after telling a court he only sold illegal substances to his friends.
Highland League stalwart appears in court accused of sex crimes within clubs’ stadiums
A Highland League stalwart has appeared in court accused of a series of historic sex crimes committed over more than 20 years.
Moray sub-postmaster to speak at national conference about need to save high streets
A Moray sub-postmaster will attend a Scottish Parliament conference later this year to highlight the need to protect high streets.
Teen dealer who peddled drugs to Moray pupils locked up
A Moray teenager's growing drug empire was smashed by police after a schoolgirl was rushed to hospital.
Moray road to close for two weeks for cabling works
A road near Forres will be closed for about a fortnight to enable overhead cabling works to be carried out. Sea Park Road will be affected between Middlefield and Benromach Distillery from Wednesday September 4 until Thursday 19. Traffic will be diverted to the B9011 Forres to Findhorn road and Mill of Grange Road.
Police appeal after Moray assault
Police have launched an appeal after a serious assault in a Moray town last month.
Medals to be presented to Moray soldiers who took part in peace-keeping mission in South Sudan
Soldiers based at the Kinloss Barracks will be honoured for their role in a UN peace-keeping mission in South Sudan.
Forres man brandished a knife as he demanded terrified home owners hand over cash
A Forres man terrified a couple with a knife after breaking into their home and demanding they hand over cash.
Moray MP connects with local fibre business
A visit to a local internet data business proved a worthy connection for Moray's MP.
Funding boost for Forres outdoor learning centre project
The charity behind a project to revitalise a neglected Forres loch has received a significant funding boost.
Thousands flock to Forres to mark 91st annual Forres Highland Games, including a stag party from Edinburgh
A Moray town was in the festival spirit and greeted hundreds of visitors on Saturday for the 91st annual Forres Highland Games.
Fears grow for future of Moray Falconer Museum
The future of a popular Moray tourism attraction is hanging the balance after failing to attract any potential new owners.
Thousands of people to flock to Forres for Highland Games on Saturday
Thousands of people will descend on Forres this weekend for the annual Highland games.
Solution sought for elderly residents left unable to reach Forres centre after bus service was scrapped
Renewed efforts have been made to help elderly Forres residents who have been left unable to venture into the town centre after a bus service was controversially axed.
Community group celebrates first anniversary running Moray town hall by submitting bid to own it
A community group has submitted a bid to take over a cherished Moray landmark and bring it back to life.
Moray school with links to Hollywood star Tilda Swinton faces cash crisis
A private school in Moray with star-studded links to Hollywood is facing closure amid a cash crisis.
Fundraisers preparing for poignant climb to remember three north-east children who lost cancer battles
Five north-east fundraisers are preparing for a poignant challenge to mark the 10th anniversary of the death of a three-year-old from cancer
Rail boss to be pressed on ensuring service improvements are on track for Moray
Complaints about the reliability of services and the shortage of seats on commuter services through Moray are to be taken to Scotland’s rail boss.
Cocaine, heroin, ecstasy tablets and cannabis resin found during operation in Forres
Around £20,000 worth of class A and B drugs have been recovered in Forres following an intelligence-led operation.
Forres event gives school pupils valuable insight into world of work
A Forres primary school dedicated an entire week to learning about the world of work.
Forres skatepark campaigners need community input to carry on
Campaigners, who plan to build a skatepark in a Moray town, have launched an online survey to garner local support and input.