"It is a shame Scotland didn't take the time to find a better solution instead of taking the easy way out."
A MORAY mum is leading efforts to bring XL Bullies to Scotland ahead of the Scottish Government's plan to replicate the ban in England and Wales.
AN inspirational Lossiemouth teacher has reflected on how it felt to be named Primary Teacher of the Year at the Heroes awards last year.
A NHS Grampian surgeon, who treats patients from Moray and Aberdeenshire, has been named UK trainer of the year in his speciality.
DESPITE an influx of more than 1200 new patients in recent years, the number of GPs working in Moray has not increased significantly.
AN innovative local shopkeeper has reflected being named green hero of the year last year.
THERESA Lee was recognised with the award on Saturday, which shows her exceptional dedication and tireless efforts to community fundraising.
DESPITE the freezing cold weather hundreds turned out on Saturday for Keith's Christmas event.
St. Andrew’s Day celebrations were well underway at Milnes High School on Friday, with a whole school event to mark the day.
FAMILIES have loved this year's Moray Family Learning Festival.
AS the festive season begins, Buckie's firefighters are gearing up for their annual Christmas street collection.
SATURDAY marked the annual return of the Buckie Christmas Kracker, with crowds coming out in their thousands to enjoy the festive celebration.
"It is amazing to have five businesses in Moray nominated for the awards... it is a beautiful place to live and to get married."
Danielle Thomson was last seen at around 2pm on Wednesday October 25 in the High Street area of Elgin.
THE extraordinary contributions of four Moray foster homes have been recognised as part of Scotland's Care Experienced Week celebrations.
"The result is testament to a lot of hard work and effort by householders and council waste staff."
WESTON View, which recently became part of the Parklands Care Homes group, is seeking volunteers to help provide more activities for residents.
A HUNTLY PoppyScotland organiser is gearing up for her final coffee morning.
CHARITIES in Aberdeenshire and Moray have the chance to receive a portion of a £13000 boost from a distillery company's charitable initiatives fund.
LOTS of family learning activities will take place all around Moray from October 14 until November 5.
