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‘Only takes a spark to start a wildfire’ - Plea to be responsible as outdoor fire spots revealed

A Moray Councillor and local resident are backing SFRS’ call to the public to stop lighting outdoor fires.

Town remembers plane crash tragedy which claimed 11 lives

A tragedy which claimed the lives of 11 people 80 years ago in a seaside town is still being felt today.

Close call with allergic reaction spurs donation of Epipen kits to schools

A generous donation has seen two schools install life-saving anti-allergic reaction kits.

Village boundary setters take a trip back in time

Rafford’s Beating of the Bounds was first carried out in 1840.

‘I hate myself for being so gullible’ – Gift card scammers target the lonely

A Tesco employee has confirmed how a woman’s fraud story is becoming all too common.

Scottish Conservatives select candidate for constituency in Holyrood election

The Scottish Conservatives party has selected its candidate for Banffshire and Buchan Coast constituency in next year’s Scottish Parliament election.

Creative team appointed to transform this High Street building

Plans for ‘creative hub’ at former Gordon Arms and M&Co site.

Discover the group using ‘kindness and fun’ to combat loneliness

An organisation that has five groups in Moray is aiming to combat loneliness in the area.

‘Don’t get caught out’ warning as power meter switch could leave householders out in the cold

A councillor is urging householders not to get caught out ahead of major changes to the way the system operates

Porridge-maker partners with social media baking star

A porridge-maker has announced a new partnership with social media sensation the Hebridean Baker.

Low river water level concerns prompt halt to fishing after driest start of the year in 60 years

Warm days and a dry spell have prompted the closure of fishings on the River Nairn after water levels remaining “exceptionally low” in recent weeks.

Leader of children’s charity named after his home village marks 150 years of care

The figurehead of a major children’s charity has revealed his pride in the organisation - 150 years after it began in the village where he grew up.

Chewin’ the Fat star’s visit offers ‘something for everybody’

Catch An Evening with Karen Dunbar in Inverness, Forres, Lossie, Nairn, Banff, Buckie and Elgin.

BT proposing to remove public phone boxes

Public being offered chance to ‘adopt’ one for £1.

Lifesavers to be lauded at Scottish Parliament for decades of stalwart service

A group of volunteer life-savers are to be hailed by the Scottish Parliament.

New pharmacy proposed for town’s high street

A town could be set for a new pharmacy if residents judge that it is necessary to the area.

Final year for historic hill race at Highland games

A Highland games has announced 2025 will be the last year for its historic hill race.

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‘Only takes a spark to start a wildfire’ - Plea to be responsible as outdoor fire spots revealed

Town remembers plane crash tragedy which claimed 11 lives

Town remembers plane crash tragedy which claimed 11 lives

Close call with allergic reaction spurs donation of Epipen kits to schools

Close call with allergic reaction spurs donation of Epipen kits to schools

Village boundary setters take a trip back in time

Village boundary setters take a trip back in time

‘I hate myself for being so gullible’ – Gift card scammers target the lonely

‘I hate myself for being so gullible’ – Gift card scammers target the lonely

Scottish Conservatives select candidate for constituency in Holyrood election

Scottish Conservatives select candidate for constituency in Holyrood election

Creative team appointed to transform this High Street building

Creative team appointed to transform this High Street building

Discover the group using ‘kindness and fun’ to combat loneliness

Discover the group using ‘kindness and fun’ to combat loneliness

‘Don’t get caught out’ warning as power meter switch could leave householders out in the cold

‘Don’t get caught out’ warning as power meter switch could leave householders out in the cold

Porridge-maker partners with social media baking star

Porridge-maker partners with social media baking star

Low river water level concerns prompt halt to fishing after driest start of the year in 60 years

Low river water level concerns prompt halt to fishing after driest start of the year in 60 years

Leader of children’s charity named after his home village marks 150 years of care

Leader of children’s charity named after his home village marks 150 years of care

Chewin’ the Fat star’s visit offers ‘something for everybody’

Chewin’ the Fat star’s visit offers ‘something for everybody’

BT proposing to remove public phone boxes

BT proposing to remove public phone boxes

Lifesavers to be lauded at Scottish Parliament for decades of stalwart service

Lifesavers to be lauded at Scottish Parliament for decades of stalwart service

New pharmacy proposed for town’s high street

New pharmacy proposed for town’s high street

Final year for historic hill race at Highland games

Final year for historic hill race at Highland games

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