New Elgin ambulance trial to reduce pressure on local paramedics
The Scottish Government has announced plans to improve ambulance cover in Moray.
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RAF encouraging Moray children to develop science skills to boost their future career aspirations
School pupils have been enjoying some hands-on work experience at the RAF Lossiemouth this week as part of an event to promote the Stem subjects.
Six months of roadworks misery due to hit A96 motorists
Motorists in the north-east are poised for nearly six months of roadworks misery on one of the region’s busiest roads.
Forres road closed in both directions following two vehicle collision
An ambulance has been called following a two vehicle collision on the A940 road, near to Grantown Road, just outside Forres. The road has been closed in both directions at the moment. Two people are thought to be injured, although it is unknown at the time how serious they have been hurt. More to follow.
Campaigners already plotting improvements to Moray venue after saving it from closure
After saving a Moray landmark on the brink of closure, a group of campaigners are now drawing up plans to put it at the heart of the community.
Another gym for Elgin could be fresh blow for Moray Leisure Centre
The approval of a new gym in Elgin has prompted fears that attendances at Moray Leisure Centre could be driven down even further.
New technology used to energise power connection for Moray windfarm
A pioneering new technology has been used to energise a power connection for a controversial windfarm in Moray.
Fears former mart in Moray may lie empty for at least another four years after housing plan is rejected
Fears have been raised that two large derelict sites in Moray’s biggest town could lie empty for at least another four years after the latest plans to revitalise them were rejected.
Moray housebreaker jailed for traumatising elderly victim
A Moray man has been jailed for two years for ransacking a pensioner's home as she slept.
Man reported to procurator fiscal following Moray school bus accident
A man has been reported to the procurator fiscal following a police investigation into the cause of a collision between a lorry and a school bus last Thursday.
Grenade discovered in back garden of Moray home
A hand grenade was safely detonated on Lossiemouth’s East Beach yesterday following its discovery in a Moray back garden.
Fochabers Men’s Shed revamped to make it more accessible
The Fochabers Men’s Shed has become a cherished part of the Moray community.
Moray action group seeks input on A96 dualling routes
A Moray campaign group has demanded the Scottish Government assign the community a key role in the redesign of the A96.
Pitch Perfect festival brings music and fun to Forres
There were plenty of fun and games at Mosset Park on Saturday when the first annual Pitch Perfect festival entertained big crowds.
Volunteers help clear Spey Bay beach as part of national campaign
Volunteers braved the rain and harsh winds to help clear litter from a Moray beach as part of a national campaign.
Vandalism in Elgin’s biggest park causes outrage
Vandals have struck at the heart of a historic Moray park, causing outrage within the community.
Man versus Typhoon challenge ends abruptly after freak injury
An RAF serviceman’s mammoth attempt to pull a typhoon jet 100ft ended almost as soon as it started thanks to an unlucky injury.
Major incident exercise to be held at RAF Lossiemouth
A major exercise will take place at RAF Lossiemouth next week, which will test the station’s response and procedures following a simulated aircraft crash.
Veteran BBC presenter helping to boost Pluscarden Abbey appeal
Veteran journalist Kate Adie has pledged to boost the Pluscarden Abbey Appeal by speaking at a fundraising dinner.
Young aspiring archaeologists invited to dig at Cabrach
A Moray charity is inviting local children to help uncover an ancient farm steading and reveal secrets of the past from before the time of the Jacobites.
Pupils injured after bus and lorry collide in Moray
A school bus carrying children from a Moray primary school was involved in a collision with an HGV yesterday afternoon.
Square in Moray town centre to be brought back to life by volunteers
Green-fingered campaigners are aiming to breath fresh life into a neglected corner of a Moray town centre.
Moray man has nose broken in pub scrap between best pals
A Moray delivery driver who broke his best friend’s nose in a pub fight has been fined.
Archaeological dig at Moray monument to discover evidence of an ancient hillfort
Archaeologists have descended on one of Moray’s most famous hills to dig up more evidence of a Bronze Age fort.
School bus and lorry involved in collision in Moray
A school bus carrying children from a Moray primary school was involved in a collision with a heavy goods vehicle.
Searches continue into second day for missing Aberdeen man
Searches are continuing in the Brodie area of Moray today for missing Aberdeen man Wayne MacMillan.
RAF to make shock return to north-east air base six years after it was shut
The air force is poised to make a surprise return to a Moray military base – six years after moving out.
Hospital transfer arrangements between hospitals condemned after Moray mum has to transport ‘seriously ill’ daughter herself
Transfer arrangements between two north-east hospitals set up because of a staff shortage have been condemned after it emerged a mum had to transport her seriously ill child 65 miles herself – only to be told she might not be admitted.
Searches ongoing in Moray for missing Aberdeen man
Specialist police officers and dog teams were searching the Brodie area of Moray yesterday as the hunt for missing Aberdeen man Wayne Macmillan intensified.
Young historians in Moray record war experiences for future generations
Young historians in Moray have been delving into the region’s experiences of both world wars in an effort to help preserve their lessons for all time.
Equipment made available to Moray farmers to protect habitats of threatened birds
Equipment is being made available to farmers in Moray to help protect the home of endangered birds.
Co-op says they remain committed to Moray store plan despite delays
A national convenience store chain has insisted they remain committed to a delay-hit plan to transform a derelict hotel in Moray into a shop.