AN emotional plea was made by Arlene Fraser's family for her murderer to end their pain.

NAT Fraser has been returned to jail to serve out the rest of his life sentence, and for many people that might indicate the closing chapter of a notorious tale of crime and tragedy.

A NEW Moray showpiece junior cup has descended into farce, with two semi-finalists being thrown out of the competition and the trophy awarded to Burghead Thistle without playing a final.

Sir, – There is so much adverse commentary made about the National Health Service that I thought I would just pop in with a commentary of my own.

THE reigning bothy ballad champion of champions is to be a guest at this year's Keith Traditional Music and Song Association (TMSA) Festival.

A MORAY schoolboy's skill at handling a boomerang really struck home when the weapon spun back and walloped him on the face.

HAVE you a blog you think deserves a wider audience? This is your opportunity to get it known. We don’t mind what you write about as long as it keeps us interested or entertained and the subject or the author is from our area.

FIRST of all, thanks to all those who have sent their congratulations following the birth of our new son, Fraser, last week.

CALLING all local musicians: 'The Northern Scot' wants you – and your music – on our website.