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Joint investigation launched after multiple wildfires hit Highlands and Moray

Joint investigation launched after multiple wildfires hit Highlands and Moray

Joint investigation launched after multiple wildfires hit Highlands and Moray

02 July 2025

An investigation has been launched following wildfires in the Carrbridge, Grantown-on-Spey, Dava and Upper Knockando areas.


Scottish Design Award success for Tarlair outdoor swimming pool pavilion restoration

Scottish Design Award success for Tarlair outdoor swimming pool pavilion restoration

Scottish Design Award success for Tarlair outdoor swimming pool pavilion restoration

02 July 2025

A project which resurrected a pavilion at a beloved outdoor swimming pool has been recognised in the Scottish Design Awards.


Hundreds of homes without power after overhead fault in Moray

Hundreds of homes without power after overhead fault in Moray

Hundreds of homes without power after overhead fault in Moray

02 July 2025

Hundreds of homes and businesses in the Rothes and Aberlour area were without power on Wednesday morning after a fault on the electric grid.


Man found with heroin ‘in a tin under a bed’ is jailed

Man found with heroin ‘in a tin under a bed’ is jailed

Man found with heroin ‘in a tin under a bed’ is jailed

02 July 2025

A 58-year-old and his 54-year-old partner were sentenced for drug-related offences at Inverness Sheriff Court.


Barbecues, camp fires and cigarettes - some of the simple things that can spark a wildfire inferno

Barbecues, camp fires and cigarettes - some of the simple things that can spark a wildfire inferno

Barbecues, camp fires and cigarettes - some of the simple things that can spark a wildfire inferno

02 July 2025

Simple steps could help prevent a major wildfire, a senior fire service officer has advised.


‘Concerns batted away’ - Fury at public meeting over new school

‘Concerns batted away’ - Fury at public meeting over new school

‘Concerns batted away’ - Fury at public meeting over new school

02 July 2025

Much of the 111-person audience at a meeting to discuss designs for the new Forres Academy were outraged.


Could Moray gull attacks turn deadly? Readers have their say

Could Moray gull attacks turn deadly? Readers have their say

Could Moray gull attacks turn deadly? Readers have their say

02 July 2025

Our readers have reacted in their hundreds to a claim from former Moray MP Douglas Ross that gull attacks could turn deadly.


Dog owners and parents warned over ‘poisonous’ algae in park pond

Dog owners and parents warned over ‘poisonous’ algae in park pond

Dog owners and parents warned over ‘poisonous’ algae in park pond

01 July 2025

The council have been warned to keep parents and pets away from a pond’s water.


Crowds pictured as sun shines at ‘best Friendly Fest yet’

Crowds pictured as sun shines at ‘best Friendly Fest yet’

Crowds pictured as sun shines at ‘best Friendly Fest yet’

01 July 2025

Keith Football Club’s Kynoch Park was the venue for the fifth running of Friendly Fest.


Man who ‘demonstrates risk to children’ is told he is ‘very close’ to jail

Man who ‘demonstrates risk to children’ is told he is ‘very close’ to jail

Man who ‘demonstrates risk to children’ is told he is ‘very close’ to jail

01 July 2025

A 23-year-old man has been told he ‘demonstrates an ongoing risk to children’ by a Sheriff.


Luxury flats and gym get go-ahead at former Elgin office but penthouse plans dropped

Luxury flats and gym get go-ahead at former Elgin office but penthouse plans dropped

Luxury flats and gym get go-ahead at former Elgin office but penthouse plans dropped

01 July 2025

Plans to transform a vacant office building, which were amended amid privacy concerns, have been approved.


‘I am immensely proud of all the crews’ - senior fire officer praises wildfire crews’ ‘outstanding’ dedication

‘I am immensely proud of all the crews’ - senior fire officer praises wildfire crews’ ‘outstanding’ dedication

‘I am immensely proud of all the crews’ - senior fire officer praises wildfire crews’ ‘outstanding’ dedication

01 July 2025

Senior fire officer has praised the crews who have been tackling four major wildfires.


‘Unique and entertaining’ events at cathedral

‘Unique and entertaining’ events at cathedral

‘Unique and entertaining’ events at cathedral

01 July 2025

Elgin Cathedral’s programme of summer events will run until August 15.


Firefighters remain at Highland and Moray wildfires for fourth day

Firefighters remain at Highland and Moray wildfires for fourth day

Firefighters remain at Highland and Moray wildfires for fourth day

01 July 2025

Firefighters are working tirelessly to tackle wildfires across the Highlands and Moray for the fourth day in a row.


Headteacher praises ‘remarkable achievements’ of Elgin High students

Headteacher praises ‘remarkable achievements’ of Elgin High students

Headteacher praises ‘remarkable achievements’ of Elgin High students

01 July 2025

The head teacher of Elgin High School has said staff and parents are “incredibly proud” of the school’s pupils at its prizegiving event.


Moray whisky giants announce acquisition of Famous Grouse

Moray whisky giants announce acquisition of Famous Grouse

Moray whisky giants announce acquisition of Famous Grouse

01 July 2025

The whisky firm behind Glenfiddich has welcomed The Famous Grouse and Naked Malt brands into its portfolio.


Two car crash near bridge on A96

Two car crash near bridge on A96

Two car crash near bridge on A96

01 July 2025

A two-car crash earlier today saw police in attendance.


PICTURES: ‘The tide is turning’ in wildfires battle, say firefighters

PICTURES: ‘The tide is turning’ in wildfires battle, say firefighters

PICTURES: ‘The tide is turning’ in wildfires battle, say firefighters

01 July 2025

The tide is turning in the battle against major wildfires which have raged in the Highlands and Moray in recent days, firefighters have said.


Centenarian claims fresh air and fishing key to long life

Centenarian claims fresh air and fishing key to long life

Centenarian claims fresh air and fishing key to long life

01 July 2025

Former RAF Regimental Sergeant Major William Shepherd celebrated his 101st birthday at Meadowlark Care Home.


A9, A96 and A82 casualty toll exceeds 1500 between 2020 and 2024, including 81 deaths

A9, A96 and A82 casualty toll exceeds 1500 between 2020 and 2024, including 81 deaths

A9, A96 and A82 casualty toll exceeds 1500 between 2020 and 2024, including 81 deaths

01 July 2025

A further 556 were seriously injured as political pressure mounts on the Scottish Government to deal with this ‘life and death’ issue.


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