Projects wanted for leader fund cash

PEOPLE with ideas which could attract European funding are being invited to a free seminar later this week. The Moray Leader local action group has organised the event to look at ideas relating to local services and food supply chains in the region. Group member Jacqui Taylor said: “We want to bring together relevant organisations … Read more

Fish and chip shop nets five star status

A PORTKNOCKIE chipper voted the best in Moray has now earned a five star rating from review website TripAdvisor. The fish and chip shop, which came top of a poll of Moray chippies run by our sister paper, the Northern Scot, revealed the news of their latest catch on their Facebook page. The good news … Read more

Jags banking on overnight success in cup

BUCKIE Thistle boss Graeme Stewart has praised the board for giving them the best possible chance of Scottish Cup success this weekend. The club sanctioned an overnight stay for the first round tie against Edusport Academy which will be played at Annan Athletic’s Galabank home on Saturday. Jags’ boss Stewart admitted a 250-mile journey on … Read more

Millbank mural reinforces the feel-good factor

THERE is little chance of youngsters at Millbank Primary forgetting the core values of their school, which went through a £4.6 million refurbishment last year, thanks to a new mural. The mural, which was erected by local signwriter Ed Lamont, urges pupils to be comfortable with themselves, to do the right thing and, above all, … Read more

Buckie test nerves as they take it to wire

It was all or nothing for Buckie at Linzee Gordon Park on Saturday as the destiny of the 2018 Black Dog Financial Services League title went down to the wire. Buckie needed to win the match to have a chance of being champions but even that would not be enough if visitors Forres St Lawrence … Read more

Did you see A98 collision and bust up?

POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a report of a collision and subsequent disturbance on the A98 in Cullen. The incident occurred at about 4.30pm on Saturday, September 8, and involved a number of vehicles, including motorbikes. Following the incident, a disturbance took place, during which a number of people were allegedly assaulted. It led … Read more

A98 Collision at Cullen – North East Police Division

Officers are appealing for witnesses following a road traffic collision and subsequent disturbance on the A98 in Cullen yesterday (Saturday September 8, 2018). The collision occurred at around 4.30pm involving a number of vehicles including motorbikes. Subsequently a disturbance took place during which a number of people were assaulted. Three people have been arrested in … Read more

New logo – Lady Cathcart Nursery

The children in Moray’s newest early years centre are seeking help from their Buckie community to inspire a logo for Lady Cathcart Nursery. Members of the community are invited to submit their logo designs in black and white by 5pm on Monday 24th September to kirsty.boyle@moray.gov.uk or in person or post to Lady Cathcart Nursery, … Read more

Staff room welcomes a dozen fresh faces

WHILE staff shortages have often hogged the headlines when it comes to education in Moray, Buckie Community High School have started the school year by rolling out the welcome mat for no fewer than 12 new teachers. Taking their places in their respective departments for the autumn term are: Gary Harper, PT maths; Andrew Garner, … Read more