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SUPPORT US NOW Support us nowFORRES went down to a 1-0 loss to Brechin City but battled well in defeat.
THE result of the match day saw Buckie Thistle beat champions Fraserburgh 2-1 at Victoria Park.
ETHAN Cairns has joined Mechanics on loan from Inverness Caley Thistle.
Quick treble at Strathspey Thistle was perfect start for the winger.
Champions Fraserburgh host Deveronvale while Buckie Thistle aim for good start against Wick.
Forres Thistle will host Aberdeen University on August 27.
Deal agreed to bring in former Buckie player.
A good turnout on a wet night saw Elgin win 3-0 at Mosset Park.
Reigning champs Rothes begin on home soil.
Brindle (29) has rejoined the club he played for between 2011 and 2015.