57+ min ago  (1355+ words) A domestic abuser who was violent and controlling towards his partner and hid a phone in a pram to record her conversations has narrowly avoided jail. Kieran Rodgers was sentenced to 300 hours of unpaid work, the maximum available, and banned…...

19+ hour, 51+ min ago  (586+ words) A Forres woman has been banned from keeping animals for five years after failing to seek veterinary help for her two malnourished dogs. Courtney Ritchie, who is 25 years old, was sentenced at Elgin Sheriff Court for causing two dogs unnecessary…...

1+ day, 17+ hour ago  (358+ words) A 16-year-old Buckie High student has been recognised for her tireless commitment to making education more accessible for all. Olivia Murray, who has dyslexia herself, won Secondary Pupil of the Year at the Moray & Banffshire Heroes Awards on Friday evening....

1+ day, 20+ hour ago  (328+ words) A Buckie couple who founded a charity in memory of their son lost to suicide have dedicated an award to him. Alan and Pauline Thain's world was turned upside down in 2023 when Jody, 31 at the time, took his own life....

3+ day, 20+ hour ago  (1135+ words) In the run-up to the May 7 Scottish Parliament election, we have asked all the candidates for the Moray constituency to tell us about themselves, why they are running, and their top priorities. Here, Conservative Tim Eagle is in the spotlight....

3+ day, 12+ hour ago  (295+ words) In the run-up to the May 7 Scottish Parliament election we have asked the candidates vying for the Banffshire and Buchan Coast seat to tell our readers a little bit more about themselves. In focus this time around is the Scottish…...

4+ day, 20+ hour ago  (420+ words) A major bus operator has laid out its roadmap for strengthening services right across the north. The improvements unveiled by Stagecoach North Scotland are due to be introduced from May 25. The plans will focus on improving reliability, enhancing connectivity and…...

4+ day, 13+ hour ago  (821+ words) Martin Gillespie can't wait to make his competitive rally driving debut this weekend in a car he helped build himself. The 25-year-old was immersed in the world of motorsport from a young age, as his dad Ronnie runs his own…...

4+ day, 23+ hour ago  (409+ words) In the run-up to the May 7 Scottish Parliament election, we have asked all the candidates for the Moray constituency to tell us about themselves, why they are running, and their top priorities. Here, the Alliance to Liberate Scotland's Allan Duffy…...

5+ day, 27+ min ago  (327+ words) Banff Castle will host a full day of exhibitions and live music when its Community Showcase event returns. It will be held on Saturday, May 9 running from noon to 6pm and will bring together local performers, artists and groups for an…...