News

Efforts to reach a compromise between wildfowlers and conservationists over shooting in Findhorn Bay have failed.

Chair of the MEP, Cllr John Cowe, said that everyone was deeply disappointed that the MoD are reneging on their original promise to consult over the potential closure of the Kinloss Barracks.

A Moray primary school where inspectors found significant shortcomings less than three years ago is continuing to make good progress.

Nomination papers are now available for anyone who would like to stand for Cullen and Deskford Community Council.

An expanded Moray Economic Partnership will take the lead role in any campaign to save Kinloss Barracks should it be earmarked for closure.

A public consultation gets under way next week on plans to rezone a number of primary schools in and around Forres.

A seminar is to be held in Moray next month for community groups involved in local path projects.

Medieval re-enactments and equestrian stunt riders .. this weekend Cooper Park in Elgin turns back the clock to 1390 to provide two days of medieval-themed fun for all the family from 11 am to 5 pm.

Work will begin next week on repairs to Portknockie harbour.

Two sections of road in the Kintessack and Rafford areas will be closed for resurfacing later this month.

Pupils at Moray’s eight secondary schools have been receiving their exam results by post and by text and e-mail today – and the early indications are that many achieved excellent individual results.

Three young musicians from Moray have taken part in a concert with the National Youth Orchestra of Scotland as part of the annual Proms season.