Communities in Moray to be given chance to fund own flashing speed signs to try to slow traffic
Moray communities blighted with concerns about speeding traffic are poised to be given the chance to fund their own warning signs.
Speyside
Wind farm cash poised to fuel further upgrades to Speyside Way walking trail
One of Scotland’s most scenic walking routes is poised to receive further investment with cash from a Moray wind farm.
Fears A95 whisky highway on Speyside has been ‘neglected’ amidst investment in A96 dualling
Concerns have been raised that Scotland’s whisky highway is being “neglected” amidst pressure to upgrade other routes in the north-east.
New owners of Fiddichside Inn vow to keep spirit of bar the same as legendary Speyside pub reopens
A tiny Speyside bar that is famed across the world - despite its size - is poised to reopen today after being closed for more than two years.
Suspicious blaze at Moray firing range may have been started deliberately
An investigation has been launched following a suspected deliberate blaze at a rifle range in Moray.
Dwindling salmon stocks to be debated amid fears species is reaching ‘crisis point’
Campaigners fighting to make salmon conservation a national priority will take their fight to the Scottish Parliament today amid fears dwindling stocks are reaching “crisis point”.
Traditional Speyside event that had been threatened with cancellation raises more than £1,100
A traditional New Year’s event on Speyside that originated in the 1830s but had been threatened with cancellation has raised about £1,100 for local causes.
Angling group on Speyside organising fly fair to build anticipation for new season
Anglers on Speyside will get an update next month on a project aiming to establish the reasons salmon stocks are dropping.
Historic New Year’s event in Speyside community established in 1835 could be at an end
A historic New Year’s fundraiser that has run in a Moray town since the early 19th Century has been cancelled due to a lack of organisers.
Stag tribute to be erected on Speyside as memorial for Army regiment
A stag tribute will be erected on Speyside next year to pay tribute to north-east soldiers who served in a military regiment.
Highland games on Speyside nominated as one of Scotland’s finest sporting events
A traditional Highland games staged annually in Moray has been nominated as one of the best sport events in the country.
School pupils pitch in as part of efforts to protect historic 16th Century castle in Moray
School pupils from Moray have got to grips with building skills as part of a project to protect a historic castle.
PICTURES: First look at expansion project for Speyside distillery aimed at increasing capacity and visitor experience
The first images of an extensive revamp of a Speyside distillery, devised to keep pace with global demand, have been released.
Dog found shot dead and stuffed inside bag in Moray woodland
A border collie has been discovered shot dead and dumped in Speyside woodland inside a plastic bag .
Musical bash in Moray still on course to reach silver jubilee as financial fears ease
A traditional music celebration in Moray is back on song after financial concerns have eased.
Hopes high that upgrades to Speyside Way will increase trail’s popularity
Refurbished sections of the Speyside Way have been unveiled with walkers and cyclists progressing along the new path.
HGV drivers faced with 34-mile diversion urged not to take shortcut via vulnerable Aberdeenshire bridge
Heavy goods vehicle drivers have been urged to avoid using a shortcut on a major route between Deeside and Speyside, over fears it could permanently damage an 18th-century bridge.
Speyside businesswoman launches website to showcase depth of Scotland’s gin industry
A Speyside businesswoman has launched an initiative to put the country’s other distilling industry on the map.
Rural north community turns to crowdfunding to help buy life-saving defibrillator
Campaigners are fighting to gather together enough money to provide lifesaving help for walkers on a popular Speyside tourist trail.
Speyside producers counting cost of punitive 25% US tariffs
Punitive 25% US tariffs imposed on a number of traditional Scottish products are having a “marked impact” on Speyside, the boss of a Moray-based whisky specialist has warned.
Russian ballet comes to Speyside for special performance
A troupe of talented ballet dancers from Russia took to the stage in Moray last night to share the beauty of ballet with the local community.
VIDEO: This holiday home on Speyside has been named the ‘greenest’ in Europe
Clay walls, an earth floor and straw insulation has helped a cosy nook on Speyside land the accolade of Europe’s “greenest” holiday home.
Efforts from Speyside distillery to open up burn to fish wins award nomination
An innovative fish pass project spearheaded by a Moray whisky firm has been nominated for a heritage award.
Staffing crisis forces closure of Speyside hospital for overnight stays
A Speyside hospital will close for overnight stays later this month due to a staffing crisis that has resulted in exhausted staff working through breaks and extra hours to cover gaps.
Anger as bus firm continues to visit Moray village for training more than three years after pulling routes
A Speyside villager has called on a transport giant to restore a route or move out completely after continuing to use the narrow streets to practise.
Business plan for new tourism agency in Moray wins approval – paving way for ballot of firms
Proposals to create a new tourism agency in Moray, which will be funded by businesses, has been approved – paving the way for a ballot involving firms throughout the region.
Council to review campaign to boost tourism businesses in Moray Speyside
Councillors will today decide whether to progress plans to future-proof Moray's tourist offering.
Celebrated Speyside musician to take to stage in home village for special concerts
A Speyside musical stalwart will return to the stage this week as part of a series of concerts.
Major emergency service training drill to take place on Speyside
Emergency services are taking part in a large joint training exercise in Moray today.
Historic Speyside castle with links to angling pledges support to project to solve salmon mystery
A historic Speyside castle with links to angling has pledged support to establish the cause of dwindling salmon numbers in the water.
Speyside distillery ‘undisputed’ winner of top architectural prize
A Speyside distillery has won a coveted architectural award.
Sex offender fled to Moray after secret past was discovered
A sex offender has admitted fleeing to Speyside after his secret past was discovered.