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Philip Murray is a news editor and sub editor for Highland News and Media. He joined the company in 2014. He has worked in the industry for 20 years.

‘Extreme’ wildfire warning for Moray extended into weekend

10 April 2025
‘Extreme’ wildfire warning for Moray extended into weekend

‘Extreme’ wildfire warning for Moray extended into weekend

10 April 2025

An “extreme” wildfire risk for Moray has been extended into the weekend.


A96 crash at Elgin sparks emergency services call-out

07 April 2025
A96 crash at Elgin sparks emergency services call-out

A96 crash at Elgin sparks emergency services call-out

07 April 2025

Emergency services were called to a crash on the A96 at the western end of Elgin on Monday evening.


Bus ticket price rises on the way?

07 April 2025
Bus ticket price rises on the way?

Bus ticket price rises on the way?

07 April 2025

Stagecoach North Scotland confirms its ticket prices will change at the end of April but doesn’t give details as to new costs or if any will be lower.


Moray ‘extreme’ wildfire warning issued amid ongoing dry spell

02 April 2025
Moray ‘extreme’ wildfire warning issued amid ongoing dry spell

Moray ‘extreme’ wildfire warning issued amid ongoing dry spell

02 April 2025

'Extreme' and 'very high' wildfire warnings have been issued for Moray and the Highlands.


MFR’s Inverness base to close

24 March 2025
MFR’s Inverness base to close

MFR’s Inverness base to close

24 March 2025

The news comes just months after owner Bauer Media axed the final show still broadcast from the site - Jodie at Breakfast.


Pride in Moray fears closure and issues urgent call ahead of crunch meeting

09 March 2025
Pride in Moray fears closure and issues urgent call ahead of crunch meeting

Pride in Moray fears closure and issues urgent call ahead of crunch meeting

09 March 2025

A leading group within Moray’s LGBTQ+ community has warned it will be forced to close its doors without an influx of fresh faces.


Fog sparks flight disruption misery in Inverness

08 March 2025
Fog sparks flight disruption misery in Inverness

Fog sparks flight disruption misery in Inverness

08 March 2025

Thick fog caused misery for airline passengers heading in and out of Inverness on Saturday - after it sparked delays, cancellations and diversions.


Bryan Adams to play SECOND Inverness gig after massive demand

06 March 2025
Bryan Adams to play SECOND Inverness gig after massive demand

Bryan Adams to play SECOND Inverness gig after massive demand

06 March 2025

The rock star has added a matinee concert and will now perform at Eden Court in Inverness twice on the same day.


50mph speed limit plans will be ‘carefully assessed’ after record-breaking consultation feedback

06 March 2025
50mph speed limit plans will be ‘carefully assessed’ after record-breaking consultation feedback

50mph speed limit plans will be ‘carefully assessed’ after record-breaking consultation feedback

06 March 2025

More than 19,000 responses were received over proposals to cut the speed limit from 60mph to 50mph - the biggest response to Transport Scotland ever.


Poundland up for sale? Parent company says option ‘is on the table’

06 March 2025
Poundland up for sale? Parent company says option ‘is on the table’

Poundland up for sale? Parent company says option ‘is on the table’

06 March 2025

Uncertainty surrounds the major high street retailer, which has stores in Inverness and Elgin, after its owner said it may sell the chain.


Bike seizure warning issued as police step up patrols in response to complaints

25 February 2025
Bike seizure warning issued as police step up patrols in response to complaints

Bike seizure warning issued as police step up patrols in response to complaints

25 February 2025

Police will step up patrols in response to complaints over off-road bikes at Kingston and Garmouth.


Man killed in A96 collision near Colpy named by police

25 February 2025
Man killed in A96 collision near Colpy named by police

Man killed in A96 collision near Colpy named by police

25 February 2025

A pedestrian killed in a crash on the A96 near Colpy on Friday has been named


Red Arrows delight onlookers with spectacular stunts on Moray and Highland visit

25 February 2025
Red Arrows delight onlookers with spectacular stunts on Moray and Highland visit

Red Arrows delight onlookers with spectacular stunts on Moray and Highland visit

25 February 2025

The world famous Red Arrows aerial display squadron have been wowing Moray and Highland onlookers on their latest training trip to the region.


Caravan thefts spark police ‘don’t become a victim’ plea to owners

23 February 2025
Caravan thefts spark police ‘don’t become a victim’ plea to owners

Caravan thefts spark police ‘don’t become a victim’ plea to owners

23 February 2025

A spate of thefts involving caravans has sparked a police plea to owners to take extra care to avoid becoming a victim by following security tips.


A96 closed at Elgin after road traffic incident

22 February 2025
A96 closed at Elgin after road traffic incident

A96 closed at Elgin after road traffic incident

22 February 2025

A road traffic incident closed the A96 both ways on the eastern outskirts of Elgin on Saturday morning.


Red Arrows set to carry out more Moray and Highland display training?

21 February 2025
Red Arrows set to carry out more Moray and Highland display training?

Red Arrows set to carry out more Moray and Highland display training?

21 February 2025

Fans of the Red Arrows who didn’t get to see the world-famous aerial display team in action in Moray & the Highlands last year may get another chance.


Will police be forced to cut Moray officer numbers?

20 February 2025
Will police be forced to cut Moray officer numbers?

Will police be forced to cut Moray officer numbers?

20 February 2025

That’s the fear after Police Scotland’s chief warned the force will need to review officer recruitment to meet rising National Insurance costs.


70mph gales to hit Moray, Met Office warns

20 February 2025
70mph gales to hit Moray, Met Office warns

70mph gales to hit Moray, Met Office warns

20 February 2025

Gales of up to 70mph are set to batter the Highlands this weekend, the Met Office has warned.


13 and 14-year-olds found with drugs during police searches

05 February 2025
13 and 14-year-olds found with drugs during police searches

13 and 14-year-olds found with drugs during police searches

05 February 2025

Children as young as 13 were caught carrying drugs on Moray streets by police stop-and-search teams, new figures have revealed.


House fire and car theft sees man arrested and charged

31 January 2025
House fire and car theft sees man arrested and charged

House fire and car theft sees man arrested and charged

31 January 2025

A man has been arrested and charged in connection with a house fire and car theft in New Elgin.


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