The Lossie Local

THE LOSSIE LOCAL LOSSIEMOUTH’S COMMUNITY MAGAZINE AND LOCAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY

AUTUMN 2012 YOUR FREE LOCAL MAGAZINE

Dear Neighbours, Welcome to issue number 20, one that comes after a summer of both joy and deep sadness. Joy as we celebrated the success of London 2012, in particular Heather Stanning’s glorious gold medal, but with the fatal RAF accident never far from our thoughts. May we always remember Sam, Adam and H, and continue to send our thoughts and prayers to their families.

Thanks this time go to Crossroads Caring Scotland for undertaking delivery of the magazine, and also to Lloyd Fudge for providing a great shot of our Golden Postbox. I’ll be on the look out for a ‘Christmassy’ pic for the Winter Issue, so if you have anything appropriate please consider sending it in. The magazine will be due for delivery week commencing 3 December; if you have any community or charity events needing to be publicised after that date then please let me know. Remember it’s all free of charge.

We have some great new businesses advertising once again; Scott Cabs on page 6, Everwood Toys on page 29, Frockabers on page 30, Man with a Van on page 31, Diamonds and Pearls on page 32, The Great Little Stove Company on page 37, Happy Hounds on page 42, and finally Townsend Podiatry also on page 42. At the risk of sounding like a stuck record would you please consider giving as many local traders as possible your business … it all makes a big difference.

Contents

Bike Revolution ………………………..32&33 Bodyfit by SLG ………………………...…….15 Community News & Events ……….43&44 Community Warden ……………………....28 Covesea Lighthouse ………….…………...42 There’s lots to read about too this issue. Moray Essential Skills ……………………..………..23 Beekeepers give an interesting account of their Get Gladiator Fit ……………………….24&24 activities on page 30, and if you ever wondered who Health & Wellbeing …………………….….12 was responsible for our Christmas Lights turn to Index of Advertisers …………….………...46 pages 17 & 18 to learn about the work of Library ………………………………………....10 Lossiemouth Millennium Association. We’ve also a Lossie Football Club ..……………….…..5&6 new Community Warden to welcome (page 28), the Lossiemouth Gospel Hall …..….…..40&41 usual Football Club report (pages 5 & 6) and get the low down on forthcoming activity at RAF Lossiemouth Lossiemouth Millennium Assoc …..17&18 MACS …………………………………….……..22 from the man himself, Station Commander Gp Capt Moray Beekeepers Assoc ……..…...30&31 Ian Gale (page 20).

Moray Coast Med Centre ………………...26 So, contrary to what I said in the last issue, we’ll catch One Big Adventure ………………………...38 up again as the count down to Christmas RAF Lossie News …………………..……….20 begins …

Useful Phone Numbers ……..…………….28 Nicky Slater

Cover Photo © Lloyd Fudge

The Lossie Local, Commerce Street, IV31 6QQ • nicky@thelossielocal.co.uk • 815328 While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of material published, The Lossie Local takes no responsibility for the accuracy of statements made by contributors or advertisers or for loss arising from non publication of any advert. This publication may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form in whole or part without the express written permission of the publisher.

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LOSSIEMOUTH FOOTBALL CLUB

Forres went on to score twice more to get their title defence up and running after an opening day defeat to Brora.

Lossieâ€&#x;s tough opening to the season continued with a first away league Lossiemouth opened the season with a game at Cove Rangers. The title trip to Claggan Park to face Fort favourites wasted no time in taking the William in the first round of the North of lead and were 3-0 up before half-time, Scotland Cup. Lossie were a goal and extended their lead by a further ahead early on courtesy of a Ross goal in the second half.

Archibald strike, and The Road to Hampden led despite an Lossiemouth to Inverness for a first equaliser the round tie against Clachnacuddin at visitors were Grant Street Park. Goalless at the ahead before interval, Lossie were stung by a goal in the interval the first minute of the second half. when Kevin Lossie however kept Clach at bay, and Grant rifled were unlucky not to be level when home from long range. Archibald went Clach scored their second. A Ross on to complete his hat-trick in the Archibald strike reduced the deficit with second half as Lossie ran out 4-1 time to spare, but an equaliser was not winners; the Coastersâ€&#x; first win in the forthcoming and Lossie will have to tournament in seven years. wait another year for a trip to Hampden.

A week later Lossie travelled to Station Park for the quarter-final of the same Big spending Brora Rangers were the tournament, and found Nairn County first visitors to Grant Park in far less hospitable than Fort William. A September, and arrived with a new goal down early in the game, Lossie manager in tow. David Kirkwood were further troubled by the sending off abandoned of Ross Archibald, and Nairn went on Wick at short to win comfortably by a 4-1 scoreline. notice to take over at Brora, The league campaign began at home causing much to local minnows and reigning of a stir at his champions Forres former club, Mechanics, and and watched Lossie matched their as his new opponents until side took an minutes into the early lead. second half when Lossie were Forres took the lead. on level terms

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early in the second half, but despite facing ten men for an hour Lossie couldn't hold out for a point and went on to lose 3-1.

Despite being reduced to ten men, Lossie looked like making it through to full time and escaping with a Lossie headed north to point, but the Harmsworth Park for their SHFL game hosts had other against Wick Academy, still without a ideas and scored point, and an early rush of goals looked twice in the last to end the losing streak. Scott Miller five minutes to and Findlay poach all three points for themselves.

Stables put the Coasters two goals The club‟s supporters now have their ahead, but Wick own internet forum, which is used for fought back to discussions on all matters relating to level. Colin the club and the Press and Journal Charlesworth put Highland League. The forum has Lossie ahead become very popular with fans again only for Wick throughout the Highland League and to level almost immediately after. contains information on all levels of local football, including local junior, welfare and womens‟ clubs and leagues. To sign up and have your say, visit www.fitbanorth.com. You can also follow the club on Twitter @lossiemouthfc.

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Lossiemouth Churches Together present the

AFRICANCHILDREN‟SCHOIR™ Performing on Saturday 6 October 7.30pm St James’ Church Prospect Terrace Lossiemouth Tickets can be purchased from Lossiemouth Post Office or by calling Andrew Gault on 01343 813258

Adults £5 ~ Children £3 Helping Africa’s most vulnerable children today, so they can help Africa tomorrow Since 1984 over 1000 members have toured as part of the African Children’s Choir. Their message of hope has touched audiences around the world, and changed the lives of hundreds of thousands of Africa’s most vulnerable children and families.

The African Children’s Choir is just one program run by Music for Life. The tour raises money to support educational and humanitarian programs across East and South Africa.

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Lossiemouth golden girl Heather Stanning took time to present Joanne Cannon with a „Story Lab‟ gold medal for completing this year‟s summer reading challenge at the library. Joanne said, “I had great fun completing the reading challenge! It was a great thing to do over the summer holidays, I can’t believe I’ve met an Olympic gold medal winner!” The photo was taken outside of the library.

Well done to all the children who have taken part in and completed this year‟s summer reading challenge.

Made in Scotland. For children who enjoyed the summer reading challenge, why not join the Made in Scotland reading challenge at Lossiemouth Library?

Your task is to read 4 books by a Scottish author, or set in Scotland, between 1st October and 10th November. There will be prizes for those who complete the challenge.

Lossiemouth Library Heritage Group. This session‟s talks started on 6 September with an illustrated talk on the Islands of Scotland. The group meets on the first Thursday of the month at 8pm in Lossiemouth Library. All are welcome to the talks and events. Our future talks include: 4 October 1 November 6 December

„The Old Lossie’ Quiz Evening. „Bee Keeping in Moray’ by Tony Harris of the Moray Beekeeping Association. „This won’t hurt a bit’ an evening with author Jane Yeadon.

LIBRARY EVENTS 4 October 11 - 13 October 16 November 7pm 7 December 7pm 22 December 10.30am – 12 noon

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National Poetry Day! This year‟s theme is „Stars‟ ‘Food!’ Library open days with events, talks and displays all on the theme of food! Menu of events available from the library.

Cake Decorating. Join cake designer Kevin Todd as he demonstrates how to create a beautiful Christmas Rose cake. „Getting Christmas Wrapped Up’ an evening of ideas and demonstrations for present wrapping and table decoration for Christmas.

Festive Fun Morning: stories, carol singing and activities with a visit from a Santa too!

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Health & Wellbeing Vitamin D

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1 tsp cold pressed, unrefined sesame oil, plus more to serve However we‟ve been frightened off naked ½ red chilli, finely sliced exposure to the sun, although it‟s now also emerging that the vitamin D we produce from the Put a large piece of parchment onto a baking UVB spectrum may help protect us from the tray then pile everything into the middle. harmful UVA rays when we allow moderate Noodles first, then mushrooms and all the other exposure of our bare skin to the sun. However ingredients. Splash with the sesame oil, tamari people should not deliberately sunbathe or and 2 - 3 tbsp of the mushroom water. Fold into expose themselves to the sun for long periods of a roomy parcel and seal edges well. Bake at time in order to produce more Vitamin D. When 200°C / 180°C Fan / Gas 6 for 15 mins. it comes to sun exposure, little and often is best.

For more information on Vitamin D visit www.vitamindcouncil.org Perhaps the more surprising news, however, is that those of us in temperate regions such as Daniela Grunwald, Shiatsu Practitioner & northern Europe are naturally deprived of the Nutritionist DNN, FNTP Tel: 07788 488681 crucial UVB rays from October until April. www.greenwood-health.co.uk Therefore I highly recommend supplementing Vitamin D over the winter months. Especially as food sources can provide only moderate amounts of Vitamin D. The only foods that UPVC Door and Window Specialist naturally contain Vitamin D in any quantity that matter are fatty fish, liver, eggs and Mobile 07815 921558 mushrooms. Oily Fish can provide a varying Door Locks for UPVC, Aluminium & Timber amount of Vitamin D depending on species, Window Locks, Safety Locks, environment and whether it is raw, cooked or Child Restrictors tinned. Interestingly, one study showed wild salmon containing almost 3 times the amount of Gearing for UPVC, Aluminium and Vitamin D than farmed salmon. Another good Timber Doors & Windows source are sun-dried mushrooms, especially sun UPVC Doors Adjusted & Serviced -dried Shiitake mushrooms.

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Nursing Children Supportively Through Acute Illness As a parent, making your sick child feel better is your first instinct. However what to do in this situation is becoming a lost art. Most of us are not trained in medical care, have limited knowledge, and are reliant upon the doctor for every ailment. This has made child illness a worrying experience.

If you‟d like to end the confusion which arises over conflicting advice given on child health, stop the fear which comes when dealing with a really poorly child, and have effective drug free alternatives to hand, then this lecture will give sound, safe strategies to cope and outline simple home procedures.

The Vaccination Question Dr Jayne Donegan is a GP and Homeopath with extensive experience in paediatrics over 27 years. She started off her medical career as an enthusiastic supporter of the Universal Childhood Vaccination Program, but extensive investigation into the science behind the hype led her to radically change her views. Should you vaccinate your child or not? Only you, as a parent, can decide what‟s best for you and your family.

Lecture Aims - To achieve an understanding that the issue of vaccination, it‟s safety and efficacy is not a black and white issue.

Realise that factors other than vaccination have contributed to the massive reduction in morbidity and mortality from infectious diseases in the 20th Century.

To have some tools for evaluating information you are given on the subject.

Links to information for further study.

Spaces will be genuinely limited - for further details and/or to reserve a place please contact Nicky Slater on 01343 812271 / nicky@thelossielocal.co.uk

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MORAY GRACE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH WITHOUT RELIGION Preaching the Word of God Teaching the grace of Jesus Moving into the gifts of the Holy Spirit Join us at this exciting time in the life of our fellowship Every Sunday in the Warehouse Theatre, Lossie at 10.30am Informal and welcoming Share some lunch with us after the service Call Vic on 07738 260 550 for more info Listen online at mgf.podbean.com and i-tunes Blog with us at moraygrace.wordpress.com

MORAY GRACE FELLOWSHIP SUNDAY SERVICE The Warehouse Theatre Sunday 10:30 Romans 12:2.....And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God Many of us want to change something (or change lots) about our lives. We want to live “better� lives; we want to be more successful and happier. We want to be transformed.

We are not transformed by trying harder and harder; we are transformed by the renewing of our mind. That means changing the way we think.

Proverbs 23:7.....For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he........

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Let MGF show you the way to transformation through the Word of God! Call Vic on 07738 260 550 if you want to find out more.....or join us on a Sunday!

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Sarah teaches clients on a one-to-one basis either in their own home or in a specially adapted room at her home in Lossiemouth. She has recently added the very popular Whole Body Vibration training system to her repertoire. This is an express 20 minute fully supervised session done on a machine that contracts the muscles up to 90 times per second, giving the equivalent of an hour‟s workout in 20 minutes.

A back injury forced Sarah to give up her career in the ambulance service, and although she was a keen runner, she was warned she would never run again. Following her own training regime however, she has now completed 53 marathons and a dozen ultra marathons.

Sarah‟s personal experiences allow her to help others achieve their goals through mentoring and setting achievable targets, keeping clients focussed and motivated to keep going.

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– which improves balance and increases core strength and is key to rehabilitation for injury – kettlebell training and other forms of core and stability training. The end goal to is to not only look good, but feel good too.

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Family roots are in Italy, home to probably the world’s best ice creams and mouth-watering confectionery.

Still a family owned business, it retains all the old-world charm of the traditional seaside W! E N shop with its colourful jars of gobstoppers, toys, souvenirs and large selection of ice help-yourself creams. Here, we still gift wrap while you wait. Pick up a tub of Jersey, gold top tea, coffee & hot premium dairy ice cream. Once you know the name Rizza you’ll spot it everywhere. chocolate machine Rizzas, 15 Clifton Road, Lossiemouth, IV31 6DJ. Tel: 01343 812601 Open 10am - 9pm 7 Days a Week.

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Santa is on his way!

With a little help from the Lossiemouth Millennium Association (LMA) The LMA was founded in 2000 to welcome in the new Millennium and support local projects, the longest running of these being the townâ€&#x;s Christmas Lighting and Festive Displays.

One of our main aims is to provide fun, magical and festive memories for the young (and young at heart!) at Christmas time.

We have worked hard to obtain funding to provide festive street-side lighting for Queen St and Clifton Rd, as well as transverse displays for the Esplanade, with further themed lighting at the War Memorial. Two trees are erected each year, one in the Square and the other at the bottom of School Brae. The trees used last year demonstrate our community focus.

One was gifted by a local landowner from a forest just outside Elgin, whilst the other was gifted from a local garden in Inchbroom Avenue. The final piece in the festive jigsaw is the building of the two large tableaux displays in the Square, which last year included a large advent calendar based theme proving very popular with the children.

causing a significant funding and technical headache, and making it unlikely to be completed this year.

Since the lightsâ€&#x; first installation there has been an on-going policy of update and repair. With the LMA associated Technical Group, work for the lights starts seriously in August when they are tested, updated or replaced. Installation of the support poles and light rigging happens in November, ready for the grand switch-on, which this year will be on 8 December. The switch-on attracts a large crowd, and the LMA has always tried to provide a fun-filled

The severe storms last year wreaked havoc with the lighting in Clifton Rd, which unfortunately resulted in them having to be taken down early. The damage was so extensive that it will all have to be replaced,

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evening, including a mystery celebrity appearance. This year we hope to have a new Olympic themed display ... which may give a clue as to who may be turning on the lights this year!

Currently the priorities for the Association are the maintenance of the existing equipment, whilst attempting to replace the Clifton Rd lights. There is also a plan to have a more permanent lighting display in the Square, which would entail the planting of up to 4 permanent memorial commemorative trees lit throughout the festive period.

The LMA receives no outside funding or sponsorship, and raises all of its funds from within the town and the goodwill of Lossie locals. The electric bill is a considerable drain on finances, as we have to pay the local Council the going rate for our electricity usage, for which the tariff is significantly more than that of local domestic properties. The annual street collection is now complete, but we will be operating the Charity Shop in Queen St from 22 October to 2 November. As ever, more funding needs to be achieved for both the short term and future if the festive lighting display is to continue. Support from the town in any capacity is always welcome, and further help is always appreciated. It would be very sad if we cannot continue this project, which we hope you agree helps to lighten up the dark winter nights and provides fond and lasting memories for our wee ones in the town.

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Please contact Maureen (814696 / 07527 977620), Gordon (814182) or Rab (rab@theforbes.co.uk) if you can provide help in any way, particularly with donations, funding or long-term sponsorship of the memorial trees.

The Lossie Local will donate 10% of the Winter Issue profits to the LMA. And I’m sure they won’t mind me commenting on their photos! If any one has any up-to-date/professional images they could donate to the group please send them to The Lossie Local and I’ll pass them on (and maybe even use one for the next front cover).

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The tremendous Olympic summer has drawn to a close and we've welcomed our team home; from the military side this means everyone who helped ensure the Games were safe and secure whilst we all cheered loudly, both when Heather Stanning won the first Olympic Gold and when she returned triumphant in August. Now though, we have the military 'Winter Olympics' in the form of 2 large Exercises at the same time at Lossiemouth: the first is aimed at training and testing our weapons instructors as they prepare to graduate from a demanding and rewarding course - the RAF ground attack version of Top Gun! In addition, this exercise provides invaluable postgraduate training to all combat-ready crews, from a number of nations, who travel here to make the most of this opportunity, the scenery and the welcome they always receive. In addition, Exercise Joint Warrior, the regular maritime activity, is happening at the same time, so the base is absolutely full of hardware, making for an

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excellent photo opportunity for those interested. I know that not everyone welcomes the extra aircraft and people, and it's true that there will be more noise, especially during the 'mass launch' for the weapons instructors. We have put procedures in place to minimise this noise where possible and at least reduce circuit traffic as much as we can - XV (Reserve) Squadron, for example, will do no student flying during this time to minimise the local noise that their circuit practice can cause. On the flip side, over 450 extra local hotel rooms have been booked by the visitors and they will be bringing their income to the local economy - we have been sure to give them plenty of information on events, attractions and the like to make sure they invest in the Moray economy!

Our own 'Olympians', 617 Squadron, returned home from Afghanistan in July and it was tremendous to see the happy smiles, both on the day they returned and when they were awarded their medals in August. They all came home safe and saved many lives through their delivery of Air Power across the country, as well as improving the lives of Afghan children through Op Playbox, a scheme linking local schools with the Kandahar school. The RAF Regiment team from 5 Force Protection Wing remain in Camp Bastion providing protection for the base and firepower to protect the Medical Emergency Response Team as they fly into firefights to bring home the wounded, until the end of October.

The tragic fatal accident at RAF Lossiemouth in July reminded me just how closely the base and the community are bonded and I would like to thank everyone who offered their support, both at the time and since. It is in testing times that true friends become apparent and RAF Lossiemouth has many true friends; thank you.

Thank you too, for all of those who turned out to support the annual Raft Race. This year's event was bigger than ever, with 16 rafts entering and possibly more eggs and flour than ever before! The Steamboat took victory again, but it was a very close-run thing with only a few feet in it so I think next year may see a change at the top ... We are delighted to facilitate this event and it was excellent to see a vintage aircraft from the Shempston Flying Group open

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the race with a flypast. Good luck with your efforts to return a Tiger Moth to the skies of Moray.

So as I wrap up, I look forward to the return of the RAF Regiment, thank you for your continued support and more than that, engagement in the life and times of RAF Lossiemouth and look forward, perhaps in the next edition, to announcing some exciting events that we can share together next summer ...

If you'd like to know more about everything RAF Lossiemouth and its people are up to please follow us at:

http://facebook.com/raflossiemouth and on our Twitter account:

@RAF_Lossiemouth

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Tel: 01343 815454 Moray Area Cancer Support (MACS) help all ages affected by cancer in Moray. The charity was founded by Maureen Farquhar and Emma Kellaway in 2011 after they, and their family and friends, had personally struggled with the effects of cancer.

Cancer is something that most families can relate to, as so many people are touched by it in some way. It’s not only the disease itself, but also the effort of living after cancer and rebuilding your life. The disease does not discriminate by age or gender, and the effect is no lesser or greater from one person to the next. MACS wants people to feel they have a support network; a friend to listen and an information gateway to provide signposts to professional help. It is often during the first week after diagnosis when people need information and support the most. MACS supports anyone who has been affected, including friends and family members who often suffer in silence. MACS runs a local support group in Lossiemouth, held in Moray Coast Medical Practice; times and dates are advertised on posters in the practice and around the town. MACS also need your support so they can continue to help others; without the help of volunteers the group’s existence wouldn’t be possible.

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Did you know you can get free help with reading, writing and numbers in Lossiemouth? Many people struggle with the words and numbers tasks that they face. We live in a complex world and we often need to fill in forms, read instructions or work with numbers. Just deciding what to buy in the shops can be a trial if you‟re struggling to understand what it says on the packets, and it can be tricky doing the maths to work out what is the real bargain in the supermarket. The Moray Council‟s adult literacy service is there to help people get the skills they need.

Essential Skills offers free help with reading, writing and numbers. It‟s not like going back to school. It‟s relaxed and informal. It‟s usually one to one, so it‟s not like being in a class of learners. Most learners meet with a tutor for an hour or two a week, and they work out with the tutor what it is they want to work on. It could be that you want to be able to work out your weekly budget. Maybe you want to be able to help your children with their homework. Maybe you want to be able to read the latest bestseller that everybody‟s talking about. Maybe your job involves more report writing now and you don‟t feel confident with it. We help people get the skills they need to get on with what they want to do. As one of our learners put it, “I am amazed at what I have learnt and achieved in such a short space of time.”

We work with anyone who‟s no longer at school. If you think you might benefit from working on your reading, writing and numbers, you can give me a call and we can talk about what you want to do. My numbers are 01309 672838 or 07528 973481.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Ian Bailey Adult Learning Coordinator Essential Skills Education and Social Care The Moray Council

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Get with Kathryn Evans Back with a second article for The Lossie Local is Fitness Expert and Gladiators Champion Kathryn Evans. After a successful response from „The Myths of Training‟ in the Summer Issue she‟s back and ready to highlight the benefits of Boot Camp/Circuit based workouts, and why group sessions have something for everyone.

In the past few years the fitness industry has seen an increase in „Boot Camp‟ style workouts. The idea behind this kind of training is that you achieve maximum results in a minimum amount of time.

People often find themselves shying away from this kind of training, as it often comes with the stigma of being „military based‟. If you‟re not ultra fit already, can someone

trying to get back into fitness, or starting out with a new training regime, really handle this kind of workout? The answer to that is yes!

BENEFIT NO 1: Boot Camp training is lots of fun.

Once you commit to this style of training you won‟t look back. The instructor will make sure there are a variety of exercises put in place, so that boredom isn‟t an option. The long tedious workouts of old will fade to a distant memory, and your new training regime will keep you fired up for each session. This means your determination and commitment will be stronger than ever before.

BENEFIT NO 2: Learning a variety of exercises.

A good class and great instructor will teach you to work your body and muscles properly. Your workouts will be varied, and

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you‟ll learn lots of new and interesting exercises. Trying something new is great for both your mind and body, and each session is different. Often you don‟t know exactly what you‟ll do within a session, keeping things fresh and challenging.

increases you work off others around about you to keep going. The benefit of motivation ties in with the benefit of being challenged to work harder. Studies have also shown that working in a group can result in a bigger calorie burn.

BENEFIT NO 3: Time flies when you’re having fun.

So don‟t just read about the benefits, come and try it out to see and feel the benefits! Ditch the workouts that haven‟t worked for you in the past and embark on a new training regime that‟s sure to get you fighting fit and lean in no time.

Clock watching throughout a session is a thing of the past. Those long sessions at the gym, when you‟re willing the clock or the time on the cardio machine to move faster, are over. In group sessions the energy and camaraderie amongst everyone helps you forget just how hard you‟re working, and before you know it you‟ve completed your session and ready to cool down.

BENEFIT NO 4: Break bad habits.

When you make the decision to sign up to a boot camp and new exercise regime it forces you to look at the bigger picture.

Weight loss and improved fitness require a change in eating and lifestyle habits.

When you‟re following a structured training plan, given to you by your instructor, you‟re less likely to fall off the fitness food wagon. You want to make sure that you‟re committing 100% to the programme. Some instructors will encourage you to keep a food diary.

Recording everything you‟re eating is a good way to keep track, and you‟re less likely to fall back into bad habits. The fact is you want to be healthy on the inside as well.

BENEFIT NO 5: The challenge and motivation.

Your instructor is there to keep you working hard and will encourage you to take your fitness to the next level. Having others in the class offers another level of motivation; when the pace and intensity

I‟ll be back next issue with more training advice, so if you‟d like me to cover a specific topic, book a space on one of the boot camps or have any questions regarding group training please contact me through my website www.gladiatorfit,co.uk

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High Blood Pressure - Diagnosis & Monitoring

Many people each year attend the doctor‟s surgery, have their blood pressure (BP) measured, and are told that the level is high. This often leads to concern and to multiple trips to the surgery to have repeat readings taken. Patients who are eventually diagnosed with high blood pressure are then called to the surgery twice a year for more readings, with changes to their treatment being made on the basis of the results.

Most people have now heard of the term „white coat hypertension‟. This is a common situation where BP readings in the surgery are higher than those taken elsewhere. This can potentially lead to people being over-treated with more medications that might be needed. To overcome this problem NICE (National Institute of Clinical Evidence) changed their guidelines last year to recognise the value of home blood pressure readings. People can be encouraged to use a simple electronic machine to take multiple readings of their own blood pressure in their own home, and these can be averaged to get a possibly more accurate idea of the true level. The NICE guidelines say: That 2 consecutive measurements should be taken 1 minute apart.

The BP should be taken in this way twice a day (usually morning and evening).

This should be repeated for 7 consecutive days.

The readings from day 1 are ignored and all the other values are averaged.

Many people in the community will already have been given this advice by someone in the surgery, but many of you may not yet be aware of the reasons for it. To try to avoid over-treating people we will often now ask you to take some „measure your own‟ readings for us. There are a few ways that this can be done in Lossiemouth: Could come into the surgery and use our ‘measure your own’ machine in the room next to reception.

Borrow one of our machines which you can keep for a week.

Buy your own machine – all the local chemists sell them for under £20.

If you already have high blood pressure and attend our regular clinics you may want to consider checking your own BP before you come in. This may help the doctor or nurse to make decisions on your treatment. If you would like more information on this please ask us at your next appointment.

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You‟re eligible to receive a flu vaccine if you‟re 65 years or older, or you are an adult or child who suffers from a long-term medical condition such as: ~ Serious heart or respiratory disease ~ Diabetes ~ Severe kidney or liver disease ~ Lower immunity due to disease or treatment You are also eligible if you are an unpaid carer of someone who could not manage without your help.

If you don‟t fall under any of the above categories, but still wish to have the vaccine, you may be able to have it privately at your local pharmacy - please ask your pharmacist for details.

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Our New Community Warden ...

By now some of you may have noticed a new Community Warden patrolling Lossiemouth. I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself properly as Tim Betts, the new Community Warden for Lossiemouth, Burghead, Hopeman and Lhanbryde.

I have previously worked as a College Lecturer in Norfolk before returning to Moray to be closer to my family; my father and brother both serve at RAF Lossiemouth.

My role within in the community will be to provide a reassuring presence, help to tackle antisocial behaviour issues and deal with fly tipping, littering and dog fouling offences.

If you are aware of any incidents or issues that you think I can resolve then please do not hesitate to give me a call on 07800 670665, or stop me for a chat when I am out on patrol. Alternatively you can email me on tim.betts@moray.gov.uk.

Please do get in touch if you have any queries and I will do my very best to help.

I look forward to meeting you soon,

Tim

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Moray Beekeepers’ Association www.moraybeekeepers.co.uk

Welcome to Moray Beekeepers‟ Association (MBA)! The MBA was established in 1919 to promote and foster an interest in the study, development and practice of beekeeping, and to protect and conserve the future of the honeybee in Moray and Scotland.

Beekeeping is a fascinating and rewarding hobby, and nothing gives greater pleasure than eating your own honey ... honey that tastes as it should!

Have you ever wondered how honeybees make honey? Did you know that honeybees are a very important part of the pollination process? We hold a series of Apiary Meetings and Introduction to Beekeeping and Honeybee Conservation courses. Details of who to contact for more information is at the end of this article.

It is widely accepted that most wild honeybee colonies have died out in the UK, due to habitat loss and increased use of pesticides, diseases and pests. We have recently been awarded a grant of over £21 000 from Moray Leader, and £5 600 from Scottish Natural Heritage, to run a major honeybee conservation and education project here in Moray. Entitled „Bee Aware in Moray‟, the project will promote all aspects of beekeeping and conservation amongst community groups and schools, set up and equip a number of community apiaries, and provide beekeeping courses and Honeybee taster sessions for a wide section of local people. The association apiary will also be refurbished and upgraded. Members will be able to take advantage of a host of training opportunities and can get involved in the project at grassroots level (further details are available from the Secretary or any member of the committee).

of five, although under sixteen's must be accompanied by a responsible adult. No prior experience, qualifications or bees are required. We have over 100 members meeting monthly throughout the year. During the season we also have weekly sessions of practical beekeeping at the Association apiary (which is situated near Birnie).

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Your enjoyment and knowledge of beekeeping will be increased through contact with fellow enthusiasts and participation in club events, so please come along and join in. As a new member you can learn as quickly or slowly as You do not need to have bees to be a you wish. Membership fees are just £12 for member of the club – all you need is an adults and £7 for 12 - 16 year olds (under interest in beekeeping and conservation.

12s free). We have a full programme of Membership is open to anybody over the age events throughout the year, and during the

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summer months, members can attend the open apiary events at the training apiary where you can further increase your beekeeping skills.

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Paralympic Silver Medalist to Represent Bike Revolution Outf!t Moray’s new social enterprise project, Bike Revolution, has launched the exciting news that Paralympian Karen Darke has agreed to be patron to the project.

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Karen competed in the road cycling category of the Paralympics, riding a sleek carbon fibre hand bike, and proudly picked up a silver medal. After watching the Beijing Games four years ago, Karen has dedicated her time and training to this one event, and all that hard work has paid off.

After the 16km race around Brands Hatch, she announced a massive “THANK YOU!!!! To all of you out there who've helped on this Paralympic journey. So happy with silver spurred on by your messages & cheers!”

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Karen Darke with the Bike Revolution team

Before dedicating herself to the medal persuit, Karen lived for outdoor adventure.

She was a keen runner and mountaineer before becoming paralysed in a rockclimbing accident, and has since pursued alternative ways to access the outdoors – canoeing, sit-skiing and hand cycling. She has hand-cycled in various corners of the world, including Central Asia and the Himalaya. Karen has co-organised expeditions sea kayaking along the coastlines of British Columbia and Alaska,

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skiing across the Greenland icecap, climbing the kilometre-high vertical rock face of El Capitan, and kayaking through the fjords of Patagonia. “What is life if it isn’t an adventure? I’m constantly amazed by what can be achieved if we set our heart and mind to it. It’s all about finding belief, confidence, motivation and commitment.

And of course, friends. Then there are no limits.”

The Bike Revolution team are extremely proud to have Karen on board as their patron.

Bike Revolution recycles old bikes, giving them a new lease of life. The Project Manager Steve Bate explains, “We’re all about getting more people out riding, whatever the discipline.” The project needs public donations, so instead of taking your bikes to the council, drop them into the project in Lossiemouth.

Sales of affordable bikes take place monthly; keep your eyes peeled on the team’s Facebook page for what’s on offer. Maintenance classes and route guides are also available through the project.

Bike Revolution project has been part funded by the Scottish Government and the European Community Moray LEADER 2007-2013 programme, as well as Cycle Scotland, Outfit Moray, and Highlands and Islands Enterprise. Local partners for the project include Moray Waste Busters, Stuart’s Cycles and Varis Training.

To find out more about Karen and get inspired by her adventures so far visit her webpage www.karendrake.com. The next sale takes place on 29 September. www.bike-revolution.co.uk www.facebook.com/BikeRevolutionMoray

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Lossiemouth Art Group Lossiemouth Art Group has been running for 5 years at the Community Centre, where we meet every Tuesday for a few hours. As a self-help group we invite a tutor to attend every few weeks to pass on their knowledge and offer advice and guidance on our pictures.

There are 3 highlights in the year, the first being an Art Exhibition in September, on the same day as the Flower Show, when we show our works, sell our pictures and organise a raffle to help funds. Then there‟s a Christmas Card competition in November for the Sheila Simpson Trophy (a very competent member who often exhibited at Elgin Library). Finally we arrange afternoons out to sketch or visit art centres, plus the compulsory coffee and homebakes. A meal out is organised by one of the members at the end of each session; we always have a good time and have been to many local hotels.

At the time of writing we are preparing for our Members‟ Exhibition, with most members having at least 5 pictures to show. Over the years it‟s amazing to see the progress we‟ve made and the fun we‟ve had. We currently operate waiting list due to room capacity; if you would like find out more please contact Vernon Carey on 01343 815553 or very@moraybroadband.com.

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MICRO–RENEWABLES Wood Burning Stoves Perfect timing, the heating season is about to start, and with it the question of whether or not to get a stove installed?

Seems like a good idea; it provides all the heat you need when you‟re not quite ready to switch on the expensive oil boiler, and it adds that little extra homely feel to a room.

nothing beats good advice from a local and qualified installer. This advice should be based on your expectations and requirements, taking room size, age of the house, condition of the flue & chimney, storage of firewood and a few more things into account. There are a huge number of stoves available out there. A good installer will narrow the selection down so that you only need to look at the ones that are right for you.

In most houses the location of the stove will be determined by either the existing fireplace or by a suitable place to install a flue. The size of the stove depends on the size of room it‟s meant to heat and on The first question is where to get the right the age of the house. Typical sizes advice. Obviously there‟s the internet. range from 4kW for a 24sqm room to This is a good place to read up on 8kW for a 40sqm room. If it‟s a droughty regulations and look at pretty pictures, farm house you‟ll need a bigger stove, but when it comes to choosing the right but for a well insulated new build a stove for your particular circumstances smaller one would be more than enough.

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When a stove is installed in a fireplace very often a flue needs to be installed as well. A simple and effective method is to lower a flexible metal duct, called a flue liner, down from the top, through the chimney, and all the way to the fireplace.

This is not a difficult job, but very dirty.

It‟s possible that the clay pipe on the chimney will get broken in the process; this is not an indication of the installer‟s ability, but due to a very old stack with lots of small cracks already in it. Once the liner is installed a register plate is fitted. This plate prevents dirt from falling down the chimney into the room, stops any drafts through the chimney, fixes the flue liner in the correct position and, crucially, prevents any smoke or gases from streaming back into the room.

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choice is yours as long as the materials used comply with the building regulations for safety.

Onto firewood now. So simple yet difficult to get. The drier the wood the better it burns. A moisture content of less than 20% is good. To get firewood this dry it needs to be seasoned for about two years, and because not many suppliers do this you may have to store a good quantity of firewood yourself in a dry and well ventilated place.

If you have any questions about stoves, your central heating, previous articles or renewable energies please do get in touch with us.

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Life’s One Big Adventure At Outf!t Moray, adventure is the name of the game. Plunging into the sea, scaling sea cliffs and paddling the Spey are all part of the day job for the Outf!t instructors based here in Lossie. Outwith the hours of work, the adventures only continue.

This summer the challenge gauntlet has been picked up by several members of the team, from solo adventures to punishing tests of endurance levels. Stewart Evans, member of Outf!t’s long established volunteer programme, took a week out to bike from Inverness to Vatersay. Setting out on his specialized mountain bike, kitted out with a Bob trailer packed full of camping gear, Stewart took eight days to complete the 544mile solo journey. He named one of the trip highlights as discovering the beautiful white sandy beaches of Barra and Vatersay, “Camping out on Barra’s beach runway was definitely a trip highlight!” Only one day of 50mph winds put the biking on hold, the rest was plane sailing.

Before winter comes around Stewart will have completed a via ferrata week out in the Dolomite Stewart’s Inverness to mountains; another story for another time ...

Vatersay Trip Meanwhile Outf!t Moray directors John Murray and Iain Jamieson have been putting in some bike mileage on the West Coast over the summer. Their most recent trip started at Gairloch and finished at Morar, covering about 100 miles.

Day one, in glorious weather, took them past beautiful Loch Maree with a spectacular final downhill run into Lochcarron. Day two, travelling through the hills and along the coast onto Skye, was spectacular, culminating in a ferry trip from Armadale to Mallaig followed by a final short cycle to a glorious campsite on Morar sands, “where else would you want to be other than the west coast on a glorious weekend!”

Lined up for the coming months, Siana, another member of the Outf!t volunteer team, is taking part in the Coast to Coast challenge. She has signed up for the mammoth ‘Racer’ category, which means 1 day, 105 miles, racing against the clock. Other members of the team plan to compete in both mountain bike races; the Relentless 24 and the Strathpuffer 24, which will see them biking through woodland for a full 24hrs.

Outf!t Moray is a social enterprise project who work to make a positive difference to the lives of young people, families, volunteers and communities through the provision of accessible and affordable outdoor learning and adventure opportunities. If you’re feeling inspired, you can get involved too.

Outf!t Moray take bookings for groups and individuals to take part in all kinds of outdoor activities. Check out their website for October holiday activities.

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It did not have to happen!

There was much reported about the sinking of the Titanic a few months ago on the 100th anniversary of the disaster. One thing that‟s quite clear is that it did not have to happen. During the design stages, and despite the best efforts of the shipbuilders, mistakes were made in respect of the ability of the vessel to stay afloat after a collision. This led the designers to underestimate the number of lifeboats required. The captain made mistakes, by going too fast when icebergs were present; and thinking he would manage to steer clear, if any were spotted.

The passengers also made mistakes, by trusting the captain and believing this great ship would get them safely to America; the „New World.‟ No doubt none of this would have happened had they known the eventual outcome.

We too are on a journey, and we are aboard our planet called earth.

We are travelling, around the sun, at 67,000 miles per hour, or to put it another way, almost 19 miles per second. We are spinning at over 1000 miles per 40

hour and our solar system, which we are part of, is moving round our galaxy at a staggering 550,000 miles per hour.

Amazingly a few thousand years ago, a man in the Bible called Job, made a remarkable statement. He told us that our whole planet hangs upon nothing (Job 26:7). How could he have known this at that time except God had told him?

Dear fellow traveller where are you heading? Are you just going round in circles? Or is there a purpose for you being here?

God tells us in the Bible that „to every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven.‟ (Ecclesiastes 3:1) God has a purpose for you, and for me.

Because of our sin and rebellion against God, we will never reach the destination that God has purposed for us.

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Romans 5:12 tells us: „Wherefore, as by one man (Adam) sin entered into the world, and death by sin; and so death passed upon all men, for that all have sinned;‟ We will all die sooner or later, but this is not the end of our journey. There are two possible destinations awaiting our everlasting souls after we leave this world; Heaven or Hell.

God who dwells in heaven is Holy, and we cannot enter into His presence if we are still in our sins. „For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God‟ Rom 3:23 Dear fellow traveler, the good news is that God has made provision for us to arrive in Heaven (if you want to be there).

The Bible tells us: “The Lord is not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance.“ 2Peter 3:9 1Ti 1:15 Tells us that; “Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners”.

Where and when will your journey end? Will it be up to the „New World.‟ i.e. Heaven? Or will it be down to the depths of Hell? If Hell; you will know “it did not have to happen!”

You are invited by the Christians at the Gospel Hall to join us on: Sunday: Sunday Club at 9.30 am Contact 01343 559356 Gospel Meeting At 6.30pm

Thursday: Prayer and Bible Study At 7.30pm

Thought Spot Amazing grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me, I once was lost but now am found, was blind but now I see.

John Newton, 1779

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Good news for the Covesea Lighthouse Community Trust Scottish Ministers have recently approved a Community Right To Buy, meaning that the community of Lossiemouth now have six months to raise the money to buy Covesea Lighthouse - approximately £270,000. Tony Rook, chair of the Lossiemouth Business Association, and one of the key members of the trust (alongside former councillor Dave Stewart and LBA secretary Bernard Annikin), is delighted with the announcement. Anyone © Lloyd Fudge wishing to get involved should contact either Tony (through Buckley‟s Newsagent) or Bernard (at the Post Office).

Developing the lighthouse into a Heritage Centre will be a great boost for the town, but much dedication, fundraising and hard work will be needed to see plans come to fruition.

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Community News, Events & What’s On CHARITY SHOP ON QUEEN STREET (up lane by Indigo Mystique) Please donate all your good quality clothes, toys, books etc. Come in, browse & pick up a bargain!

We will be supporting the following charities during Oct, Nov & Dec:

4th LOSSIE BOYS BRIGADE Every Wednesday at Hythehill Primary School.

Anchor boys (Primary 1, 2 & 3), 5.30pm 6.30pm; Junior Section (Primary 4, 5 & 6) 6.30pm - 8pm; Company Section (Primary 7 & High School) 8pm - 9.30pm. Contact James Allan on 01343 542305.

24 Sep - 5 Oct: Royal British Legion 8 Oct - 19 Oct: Greyfriars Club 22 Oct - 2 Nov: Millennium Association 5 Nov - 16 Nov: Order of White Shrine 19 Nov - 30 Nov: Flower Show 1 Dec - 8 Dec: St Margaret’s Church

LIVING WATERS FELLOWSHIP Preachin’ Prayin’ Singin’ Sing along with local country Gospel singer Trevor James Mair. Different speakers each week. Sunday 12.30pm followed by lunch. Road to Recovery Wed 7pm with free refreshments,

MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS IN MORAY www.msmoray.net. A website of information and support for people with MS, their friends, family and carers. By people with multiple sclerosis for people with multiple sclerosis.

THE ROYAL AIRFORCE ASSOCIATION (RAFA) LOSSIEMOUTH The RAFA meet at 8.00pm at on the first Wednesday of every month at the RNAS Club Lossiemouth. All RAF Serving Members and Ex-Serving Members are welcome to attend.

For further details please ring 01343 545687 (Chairman).

ROYAL BRITISH LEGION WOMENS’ SECTION LOSSIE BRANCH Monthly meetings start Wed 26 Sep 7.15pm. Meet at Lossiemouth Football Club Social Club, McDuff Street. Every 4th Wed of the month. For details contact Margaret Stephen 812305.

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for the alcoholic/addict and homeless. Also Truck Stop Ministires for truck drivers & bikers. Sun 12.30pm & Wed 7pm. Have a break with free refreshments.

New Elgin & Ashgrove Hall, King Street (off Land St), Elgin, IV30 6BN. 24 hr contact 07730 256543 / 07923 429039 www.livingwatersfellowship.co.uk ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION Tue & Sat Social Bingo. Starts 8pm Main Function Hall.

Regular Sat evening entertainment, best local artistes.

Planned Fri or Sat ‘theme’ night buffet dances.

Home & Away Golf Outings - Club Members match play Championship. Club Trophy and sponsors prizes to be won.

Opening Hours: Mon - Thurs 11am - 2.30pm. 5pm - 11pm Fri - Sat 11am - 12.30am Sun 12noon - 11pm Old Comrades Club, Commerce Street. www.lossiemouth-rna.org LOSSIEMOUTH BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday Services 9.30am, 11.30am (Crèche and Junior Church) & 6.00pm.

Mon 7.30pm Ladies’ Monday Fellowship.

Tue 10.00am - 11.30am Coffee Morning.

Thurs 6.15pm - 8.00pm Kids’ Church (P3 P7).

Fri 9.30am - 11.30am Little Acorns Parent & Toddler Group.

Pastor: Rev R Mackenzie (Tel: 810455).

For further information see www.lossiebaptist.org.

LOSSIEMOUTH GIRL GUIDING Rainbows - Monday or Wednesday; Brownies Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday; Guides Mondays. Contact Dawn Coull on 01343 810955.

Tuesday nights for 3rd years upwards, Thursday nights for all musicians and Friday nights for all ages. Come along and enjoy Sky TV, free internet, pool, Wii, Karaoke and hot food with friends.

ARNICA - Support Group for Parents The main aim of Arnica is to link up likeminded parents to inform and support each other in their vaccine and natural health choices. We believe in a holistic approach to health and feel that boosting immunity naturally is key. Arnica aims to reduce the fear often felt by parents with their young children on vaccine and health issues and supports parents to make their own informed decisions.

For more information visit www.arnica.org.uk or email Daniela on info@greenwood-health.co.uk JOG SCOTLAND Meets on Monday evenings. For further details go to facebook Lossiemouth Jog Scotland or email Carol on clar.larch@talktalk.net.

NATIONAL CHILDBIRTH TRUST Antenatal classes and breastfeeding support.

Regular meetings and outings in Forres and Elgin area. For information email nct_moray@yahoo.co.uk.

‘MORAY COAST COOKS’ RECIPE BOOK Over 85 mouth-watering recipes including typical Scottish meals, as well as many from across the world. Also featuring many stunning photographs from the local area. Would make an ideal Christmas gift, particularly to showcase our beautiful area to friends and family who live further afield. Available to purchase (£10) from Covesea Café or Harbour Lights. Alternatively contact Nicky Slater on 815328 / nicky@thelossielocal.co.uk

LOSSIE YOUTH CAFÉ Open Monday nights for 1st and 2nd years,

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Index of Advertisers All codes 01343 unless otherwise stated. Some businesses may have more than one number - please check the ad.

Accountants

Driving Schools

Personal Trainers

Stewart Lyon 814224 ……….………...48

Michael Graham 07790 441856..........31

Bodyfit 814502 ………….…..….……..15

Architects

Electrical Contractor

C M Design 540020 ………………….....2 Moray Coast 810567 ……………….....37

Marc Whyte 815311 ………………..….18

Financial Advisors

Barber

Stewart Lyon 814224 ……….………...48

Hairforce 814468 ……………………...21

Fitness Classes

Beauty

Gladiator Fit 209015 ………….……...24

Bodymatters 811188 …………….….…11

Formal Wear

Blinds

Frockabers 07515 107558 ……..…….30

The Blind Spot 549939 ………....…...17

Townsend Podiatry 831365 ……….....42

Ready Meals W’shire Farm Foods 01466 799620 ...16

Removals & Storage Anderson’s 01542 839151 …………......3 Man with a Van 07724 292750 ……...31

Roofers/Tilers Jeffrey Lee 815343 ………..…….............7 Lossie Tilers 815107 …….……….29&34

Garages

Bookkeeping

Podiatry

Janice Lawrence 07791 087173 ..…....11

Ace Tuning 814220 …...…........…..….32 Lossie Garage Services 812063 ..…….7

Business Services

Golf

Impact Comms 07860 711571………..29

Covesea Links 810012 ………………...11 Moray Golf Club 812028 ……………....4

Shops

Gutter Clearance

Skincare

Butchers B Clark & Son 812060 … .…..…..…...35

Moray Steiner Sch 01309 676300 …...27

Cleaning Formulas 556119 ……..…...21

Cafes Covesea Café 815454 …………..……..22 The Tee Shack 810812 ………………..19

Heating Engineers

Carpet Cleaners

Hotel

A M Cleaners 835383 ……..……..…...31 Cleaning Formulas 556119 ……….....37

The Stotfield 812011 …………………..45

Children’s Entertainment

Firth Heating 814172 ……….………...21

Joiner Mark Valentine 810399 ………..…..…19

Mr Bumbles 01542 832103 …………..20

Locksmith

Churches

The Lock Doctor 07815 921558 ……..12

Gospel Hall …………………..…….40&41 Lossie Baptist 812062 ……….………....8 Moray Grace F’ship 07738 260550 ...14

Computing & IT Moray IT 547713………………..…. ....39

Dog Walking Happy Hounds 07856 396999….…….42

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Schools

Rizzas 812601…………………… …….16

NYR 07751 316663 ………………….....33

Taxi Scott Cabs 815815 …………..……..…...6

Toys Everwood Toys 208373 …………….....29

Wedding Planning Diamonds & Pearls 07764 498130 ....32

Woodburning Stoves The GLSC 07788 488681 ………..…..36

Opticians McClintock Home Eyecare

01309 673635 …..23

Outdoor Activities Craggan Outdoors 01479 873283 …....7

Painter & Decorator G K Decorators 815606 …………..….33

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The Lossie Local - Why Advertise?

About The Lossie Local The Lossie Local was established in May 2008, home produced by a Lossie resident, with the aim of disseminating community information and providing an affordable way for local businesses to promote themselves.

Community Focus All of the community news, events and editorials included in the magazine is done so free of charge, a great way for local organisations to promote themselves and normally only available

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Local groups deliver the magazine for a £300 donation, and 10% of profits each issue are given to local charities.

Affordable Advertising The Lossie Local has deliberately kept prices low so local businesses can afford to advertise. Where else can you get a quarter page advert from as little as £26!

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“I’m always impressed with the quality and content of The Lossie Local. There’s actually something to read about within it which is rare nowadays! Our company has definitely benefited from advertising.” (C Mackay MD, CM Design 540020) “As a local tradesman I have found it invaluable to advertise in this publication. It appears to me that many potential customers hold on to their copies of The Lossie Local, and refer to the information in it for a much longer period than they would, say, a newspaper.” (Jeffrey Lee Roofing Services 815343) Black & White -

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NEXT ISSUE Winter 2012 (delivery w/c 3 Dec) - PRINT DEADLINE 9 NOV “Just to say I was in Lossiemouth on holiday recently and found several past copies of your magazine in my self-catering accommodation. I thought the contents were brilliant and gave me lots of insight into the town and its local businesses and services.” (email received from holidaymaker)