NEWS

Hospital’s future under spotlight at meeting

Insch War Memorial Hospital could be shut for good by the end of the year – but plans are taking shape to see if it can be used in the community.

Popular park pond set for essential drainage investigation work

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

Aerial footage shows devastating impact of wildfires

Drone footage and photos have shown the aftermath of wildfires that swept across Moray and the Highlands.

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

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

Matt Damon spotted with Buckie Thistle shirt during stay in Moray

54-year American actor Matt Damon was pictured carrying a Buckie Thistle shirt in the town.

‘An unbelievable day from start to finish’ - testimonial for football twins

Pictures from the brothers’ tribute match.

Footballer joins his brother at club where three of their forefathers were great servants

Family history runs deep with coastal outfit.

Historic fishing vessel enthrals crowds at Scottish Traditional Boat Festival

A popular vessel returned to the Scottish Traditional Boat Festival to give people an insight into how fishermen worked in days gone by.

BBC series to focus on murder of Moray mum Kiesha Donaghy

A documentary series has announced it will focus on the murder of Elgin mum Lucretia ‘Kiesha’ Donaghy just over a month after her killer’s conviction.

‘Horrifying’ sexual assault figures rank Moray worst in Scotland

Moray has been ranked as Scotland’s worst area for sexual assaults for the third year in a row, “horrifying” new figures have revealed.

Local authority makes call for people to come forward after community council dissolves

Cornhill and Ordiquhill Community Council has formally dissolved with immediate effect following a special meeting.

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

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

Heroin tin found under bed, hit and run driver collided with guide dog, armed police stand-off - court roundup

Our reporters having been covering courts across the local area this week.

League leaders toppled after nine straight wins while form side scores nine goals

League hits the halfway split with a real battle emerging for the title.

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

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

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

Scottish Design Award success for Tarlair outdoor swimming pool pavilion restoration

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

Could gull attacks turn deadly?

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

Fundraising efforts by school pupils celebrated at national youth event

Young people, teachers, charities and keynote speakers were brought together for the YPI National Event.

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

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