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Alan Beresford


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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Appeal after thieves target hairdresser’s shop

08 July 2025
Appeal after thieves target hairdresser’s shop

Appeal after thieves target hairdresser’s shop

08 July 2025

Police are appealing for information after a hairdreser’’s was broken into.


Photos from bygone days: Ship takes shape and workforce pose for posterity

07 July 2025
Photos from bygone days: Ship takes shape and workforce pose for posterity

Photos from bygone days: Ship takes shape and workforce pose for posterity

07 July 2025

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


‘Wonderful beach’ unveiled as one of top 50 in the UK as new guide published

07 July 2025
‘Wonderful beach’ unveiled as one of top 50 in the UK as new guide published

‘Wonderful beach’ unveiled as one of top 50 in the UK as new guide published

07 July 2025

Two north-east beaches have been unveiled as two of the best in the UK, according to the latest edition of a prestigious guide.


Circus thrill and spills for all the family as summer tour heads north

06 July 2025
Circus thrill and spills for all the family as summer tour heads north

Circus thrill and spills for all the family as summer tour heads north

06 July 2025

The big top is set to pitch up at three local towns as part of a famous circus’s tour of Scotland.


No waiting rules on local road set to lift as filmmakers move on

06 July 2025
No waiting rules on local road set to lift as filmmakers move on

No waiting rules on local road set to lift as filmmakers move on

06 July 2025

Traffic restrictions are set to be lifted at a site used for filming a major blockbuster film.


Don’t cold shoulder community groups, former councillor urges secondary school

06 July 2025
Don’t cold shoulder community groups, former councillor urges secondary school

Don’t cold shoulder community groups, former councillor urges secondary school

06 July 2025

A secondary school has been urged not to sideline provision for community groups.


People will ‘suffer really badly’ if community hub runs out of cash

05 July 2025
People will ‘suffer really badly’ if community hub runs out of cash

People will ‘suffer really badly’ if community hub runs out of cash

05 July 2025

A community hub is demanding equal funding treatment from Moray Council as they face a potential cash crisis in less than a year.


Scottish singer set for a second stint at community radio station

04 July 2025
Scottish singer set for a second stint at community radio station

Scottish singer set for a second stint at community radio station

04 July 2025

A well-know Scottish performer is set to return to a community radio station.


Popular park pond set for essential drainage investigation work

03 July 2025
Popular park pond set for essential drainage investigation work

Popular park pond set for essential drainage investigation work

03 July 2025

Work to probe the causes of drainage problems at a popular pond are set to start.


‘Frantic call’ sparks mad dash to pluck pup from path of raging wildfire

03 July 2025
‘Frantic call’ sparks mad dash to pluck pup from path of raging wildfire

‘Frantic call’ sparks mad dash to pluck pup from path of raging wildfire

03 July 2025

A mad dash was in store for a local MSP to pluck his new puppy from the threat of an advancing wildfire.


‘Growth, renewal and community spirit’ hailed as mental health garden declared open

02 July 2025
‘Growth, renewal and community spirit’ hailed as mental health garden declared open

‘Growth, renewal and community spirit’ hailed as mental health garden declared open

02 July 2025

A reclaimed piece of wasteland has been transformed into a mental health garden.


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

02 July 2025
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.


Centenary celebrations organisers ‘would love to hear’ what town hall means to local folk

01 July 2025
Centenary celebrations organisers ‘would love to hear’ what town hall means to local folk

Centenary celebrations organisers ‘would love to hear’ what town hall means to local folk

01 July 2025

An appeal for photos and memories to help celebrate the centenary of a town hall has been launched.


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

01 July 2025
‘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.


Photos from bygone days: Snapshot of boatbuilding in times gone by

30 June 2025
Photos from bygone days: Snapshot of boatbuilding in times gone by

Photos from bygone days: Snapshot of boatbuilding in times gone by

30 June 2025

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


‘Our world needs more young people like our award winners’ - high for school’s prizewinning achievers

30 June 2025
‘Our world needs more young people like our award winners’ - high for school’s prizewinning achievers

‘Our world needs more young people like our award winners’ - high for school’s prizewinning achievers

30 June 2025

Young people at a local secondary school have been lauded for their year of achievement at a special ceremony.


‘Vibrant’ Celtic music festival countdown begins with plenty to offer all the family

29 June 2025
‘Vibrant’ Celtic music festival countdown begins with plenty to offer all the family

‘Vibrant’ Celtic music festival countdown begins with plenty to offer all the family

29 June 2025

An upcoming music festival is set to offer something for all the family over its weekend run.


Roadworks set close a number of local streets in the week ahead

29 June 2025
Roadworks set close a number of local streets in the week ahead

Roadworks set close a number of local streets in the week ahead

29 June 2025

Drivers are being urged to avoid a number of local roads which are due this coming year.


Fundraising appeal success will make a ‘big difference’ to community snooker hall

28 June 2025
Fundraising appeal success will make a ‘big difference’ to community snooker hall

Fundraising appeal success will make a ‘big difference’ to community snooker hall

28 June 2025

A hugely successful fundraiser looks set to transform a popular snooker hall.


‘You can see the relief in their faces’ - new baby bank to continue serving ‘real need’ in community

27 June 2025
‘You can see the relief in their faces’ - new baby bank to continue serving ‘real need’ in community

‘You can see the relief in their faces’ - new baby bank to continue serving ‘real need’ in community

27 June 2025

A new team of volunteers have taken over a busy baby bank.


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