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Chief Reporter with The Banffshire, Alan Beresford has been with the Banffshire Advertiser for over 20 years, joining the paper in 2003. He covers news and some sport from Buckie and the surrounding area

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Drivers warned of delays following A96 smash

06 November 2025
Drivers warned of delays following A96 smash

Drivers warned of delays following A96 smash

06 November 2025

Motorists face delays on the A96 following an accident.


New council depute leader set to bring ‘energy and fresh perspective’ to the role

06 November 2025
New council depute leader set to bring ‘energy and fresh perspective’ to the role

New council depute leader set to bring ‘energy and fresh perspective’ to the role

06 November 2025

A young Moray councillor has been unveiled as the local authority’s new depute leader.


Award glory for local councillors as prestigious national honours head north

06 November 2025
Award glory for local councillors as prestigious national honours head north

Award glory for local councillors as prestigious national honours head north

06 November 2025

Two top local government awards have been won by a duo of Moray councillors.


Historic disused church to be converted into home as plans get thumbs up

05 November 2025
Historic disused church to be converted into home as plans get thumbs up

Historic disused church to be converted into home as plans get thumbs up

05 November 2025

A disused Moray church is set to enjoy a new lease of life as a home.


‘You helped make this a reality’ - booklet to thank supporters of unique Polish exhibition

04 November 2025
‘You helped make this a reality’ - booklet to thank supporters of unique Polish exhibition

‘You helped make this a reality’ - booklet to thank supporters of unique Polish exhibition

04 November 2025

All those who played a role in making a unique commemorative exhibition happen are being recognised in a new booklet.


Determination pays off as antique barometer finally returns ‘back to town where it belongs’ after years in storage limbo

04 November 2025
Determination pays off as antique barometer finally returns ‘back to town where it belongs’ after years in storage limbo

Determination pays off as antique barometer finally returns ‘back to town where it belongs’ after years in storage limbo

04 November 2025

It was full steam ahead for home port for an antique memento from a Moray town’s maritime history.


Photos from bygone days: Flooding and flowers from days of yore

03 November 2025
Photos from bygone days: Flooding and flowers from days of yore

Photos from bygone days: Flooding and flowers from days of yore

03 November 2025

Take a stroll down memory lane with these photos from past days.


Personal tragedy spurs musician to pen ‘emotional’ tribute song now set to be taught in Polish schools

03 November 2025
Personal tragedy spurs musician to pen ‘emotional’ tribute song now set to be taught in Polish schools

Personal tragedy spurs musician to pen ‘emotional’ tribute song now set to be taught in Polish schools

03 November 2025

Polish kids are set to learn a song created in Scotland to honour their compatriots who came to Scotland during the war.


Road closures ahead as communities get ready to honour war dead on Remembrance Sunday

02 November 2025
Road closures ahead as communities get ready to honour war dead on Remembrance Sunday

Road closures ahead as communities get ready to honour war dead on Remembrance Sunday

02 November 2025

Remembrance Sunday commemoration events are to lead to the temporary closure of a number of roads.


‘The sky’s the limit’ for ‘fantastic’ high school as new headteacher outlines bold vision for the future

02 November 2025
‘The sky’s the limit’ for ‘fantastic’ high school as new headteacher outlines bold vision for the future

‘The sky’s the limit’ for ‘fantastic’ high school as new headteacher outlines bold vision for the future

02 November 2025

A Moray secondary school’s new headteacher has outlined a very positive outlook for its future.


Local radio station veterans urged to sign up for special 50th anniversary celebrations

01 November 2025
Local radio station veterans urged to sign up for special 50th anniversary celebrations

Local radio station veterans urged to sign up for special 50th anniversary celebrations

01 November 2025

The clock is ticking for veterans for a former local radio station to sign up for a milestone anniversary celebration.


Wind farm community fund milestone sees ‘incredible’ amount of cash awards hailed

31 October 2025
Wind farm community fund milestone sees ‘incredible’ amount of cash awards hailed

Wind farm community fund milestone sees ‘incredible’ amount of cash awards hailed

31 October 2025

Nearly £2 million has been distributed from a north-east wind farm community fund as it marks a milestone anniversary.


Turning the clock back to the tunes which helped save a football club

31 October 2025
Turning the clock back to the tunes which helped save a football club

Turning the clock back to the tunes which helped save a football club

31 October 2025

A well-known singer and former TV star dropped by a Highland League club to reminisce over old times.


‘You couldn’t get any better’ - high praise for care home staff after thumbs up from inspection report

30 October 2025
‘You couldn’t get any better’ - high praise for care home staff after thumbs up from inspection report

‘You couldn’t get any better’ - high praise for care home staff after thumbs up from inspection report

30 October 2025

Staff at a Moray care home have been praised by inspectors for the high level of care they give residents.


Charity campaign aims to deliver ‘real spirit of Christmas’ to some of Europe’s poorest

30 October 2025
Charity campaign aims to deliver ‘real spirit of Christmas’ to some of Europe’s poorest

Charity campaign aims to deliver ‘real spirit of Christmas’ to some of Europe’s poorest

30 October 2025

Bringing Christmas joy to one of Europe’s poorest nations is at the heart of a forthcoming charity campaign.


Young driver arrested in local town after police pursuit

30 October 2025
Young driver arrested in local town after police pursuit

Young driver arrested in local town after police pursuit

30 October 2025

A young driver caused a high-speed chase by police near a Moray town.


Repair works on bridge over major railway line could be ‘completed before the forecast timescale’, hopes MSP

29 October 2025
Repair works on bridge over major railway line could be ‘completed before the forecast timescale’, hopes MSP

Repair works on bridge over major railway line could be ‘completed before the forecast timescale’, hopes MSP

29 October 2025

An MSP has voiced hopes that major bridge repairs near Keith could be finished ahead of schedule.


Storeworker who came to aid of ill customer hailed for showing ‘true spirit of our team’

28 October 2025
Storeworker who came to aid of ill customer hailed for showing ‘true spirit of our team’

Storeworker who came to aid of ill customer hailed for showing ‘true spirit of our team’

28 October 2025

A supermarket customer was in safe hands when he fell ill at a north-east store.


Photos from bygone days: Spotlight on Buckie fishing boats

27 October 2025
Photos from bygone days: Spotlight on Buckie fishing boats

Photos from bygone days: Spotlight on Buckie fishing boats

27 October 2025

Take a stroll down memory lane with these photos from past days.


Second care home-based outdoor playgroup project set to launch in Moray

27 October 2025
Second care home-based outdoor playgroup project set to launch in Moray

Second care home-based outdoor playgroup project set to launch in Moray

27 October 2025

A Moray care home is set to play host to weekly outdoor playgroup sessions.


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