Number of spy planes ‘should be doubled’ at Lossiemouth
Lossiemouth’s submarine-hunting aircraft should double in number to defend against the increasing Russian threat, MPs have recommended.
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New military museum in Moray to open at weekend
A treasure trove of artefacts showcasing Moray’s military history will open its doors to the public at the weekend.
Crash investigators conclude rise in wind speed contributed to Moray plane crash
Crash investigators have concluded that an increase in the wind speed contributed to a light aircraft crashing in a Moray field.
Moray adventure charity turnaround after it was threatened with closure
An award-winning Moray adventure charity has been saved from closure following a successful fundraising campaign.
Huge fundraiser in England raises thousands for Archie Foundation in memory of Moray teen
A huge turnout of well-wishers has raised thousands of pounds for a north-east charity in memory of a teenager who lost her battle with cancer.
Historical secrets being unearthed at Burghead Fort
Time is running out for archaeologists to survey the largest Pictish fort in Scotland before it falls into the sea.
Moray road forced shut after HGV and van crash brings down power lines
A Moray road was forced to shut for most of the evening following a crash between an HGV and a van.
Campaigners press for north-east to become ‘hotspot’ for solar energy
Environmental campaigners believe the north-east could become a “hotspot” for solar energy after Scotland’s biggest solar farm project was approved for the region.
North-east destined air crews aim to become experts on new spy plane before it enters service
Air force crews destined for the north-east have been putting the UK’s latest submarine-hunting aircraft through its paces.
Moray Council asks public for budget priorities as £14m needs saved in next two years
Moray Council has organised a series of events for residents to tell them where the budget-cutting axe should fall.
Interest from outside of Scotland is bolstering Moray’s property market
A surge of interest from outwith Scotland is bolstering Moray’s property market.
North-east air force personnel in Nigeria to help defend bases from terrorists
Air force personnel from the north-east are in Africa helping to prepare local troops in their fight against one of the world’s most notorious terrorist groups.
Six month jail sentence for dangerous driver who caused crash on Moray road
A 21-year-old man whose “appalling driving” caused a head-on crash that left an elderly woman seriously injured was jailed for six months yesterday.
VIDEO: Pod of orca in Moray Firth prompt seal to take refuge
Watch the moment a seal took refuge under a boat off the north-east coast after being surrounded by a pod of orca. Stunning images show pod of seven orca just two miles off north-east coast Video credit: Facebook/North 58 Sea Adventures – Lossiemouth
Stunning images show pod of seven orca just two miles off north-east coast
Sea life enthusiasts have been treated to a rare sighting of killer whales off the coast of the north-east.
First images released of what RAF’s new fleet of Poseidon aircraft will look like
The first images of what the RAF’s newest fleet of spy planes will look like when they touch down in the north-east of Scotland have been released.
VIDEO: Proud Moray school pupils will travel to Westminster to perform song written about RAF
Music students from Moray will travel to London to perform a moving song they have written to pay homage to the RAF.
VIDEO: Warnings after Moray gorse fire causes total destruction
Warnings have been issued about wildfires in Moray amid fears there could be more blazes throughout the summer.
Council worker tipped ride-on mower into Moray river
A council worker on a ride-on mower fell into the River Lossie in just one of dozens of work-place accidents recorded last year.
Military wives choirs from the north release first song from album
The first song from an album featuring three military wives choirs from the north of Scotland has been released to mark 100 years since the end of World War I.
Heartbreak for Moray family after their pet dog is killed in a hit-and-run
A devastated Moray mother has revealed her family’s hearts have been broken after their dog was killed in a hit-and-run incident.
Dog dies after hit and run incident in Moray
Police are appealing for information following a road collision which resulted in the death of a dog.
North-east hairdresser prepares for the drive of his life as part of a 16,000 mile car rally
A north-east hairdresser is preparing for the drive of his life to raise cash for charities set up for fight deadly illnesses.
Jets from RAF Lossiemouth leave for Eastern Europe on Nato defence mission
Fighter jets from the north-east have been deployed to Eastern Europe with orders to protect the area from Russian intrusions.
Final ‘piece of the jigsaw’ in place to build new secondary school in Moray
The growing population of Lossiemouth will benefit from a new secondary school after councillors gave final approval for a £42 million build.
Fresh fears about number of RBS mobile bank visits in Moray
Fresh concerns have emerged about the Royal Bank of Scotland cutting mobile bank visits in Moray.
Construction begins on RAF Lossiemouth upgrade as UK response to increasing ‘Russian threat’
The north-east has become “integral to national security” as UK bids to combat the increasing threat posed by an aggressive Russia.
Nimrod veterans will lead next generation of submarine hunters at RAF Lossiemouth
Veterans from the Nimrod fleet at RAF Kinloss will be at the forefront of the next wave of “submarine hunters” in the Atlantic Ocean.
Williamson: New submarine-hunting aircraft base will combat rising Russia threat
The Defence Secretary has said a new £132 million submarine-hunting aircraft facility is “integral” to defending the UK from the increasing threat from Russia.
Moray man admits dangerous driving which caused serious injury to elderly woman
A 21-year-old Moray man has pleaded guilty to causing a head-on crash which left an elderly woman seriously injured.
Expansion of RAF Lossiemouth’s simulators will help crews train for more complex sorties
A flight simulator at RAF Lossiemouth has been doubled in size in order to recreate more complex missions.
International curlers in Moray to help nursery’s cause
Curlers from around the world are uniting in Moray this weekend to benefit a nursery that helps children who need extra support.