Forres Local 
More than 100 people signed up to take part in the Forres 2021 Window Wanderland, to spread love and light in these dark times. And they didn’t disappoint. The town is awash with bright, colourful windows. Even businesses have got in on the act (Businesses join in with community arts project to share the love) … Read more
The Scottish Government has today published guidance and information on eligibility for the following funds: Both of these funds will provide those eligible with a one-off £4000 grant. Applications are not open yet but will be soon. MSP Richard Lochhead said: “I’d encourage people to read the guidance and ensure they are ready to apply … Read more
Businesses in Forres are being offered free on-site testing for staff without covid-19 symptoms, in-line with wider testing beginning in Moray in mid-February. Part of a Grampian-wide programme of testing those without symptoms, but who may have been put at increased risk of catching coronavirus, the offer is being rolled out across Moray from 15 … Read more
Moray residents are being urged to redouble their stay-at-home efforts in light of worsening weather forecasts. In-line with Scottish Government lockdown guidance, all but essential journeys are not permitted, and with yellow and amber weather warnings issued by the Met Office for snow, Moray Council’s gritting crews will be making the roads as safe as … Read more
A deadline is looming for payments of a grant which helps families with children at key stages of their life. Applications for the Best Start Grant – School Age Payment close on 28 February (2021) for children born between 1 March 2015 and 29 February 2016 MSP for Moray Richard Lochhead is encouraging eligible families … Read more
[UPDATE] The dog has been found, and the owners want to thank everyone for their support. A black labrador has been missing since around 5pm today (Tuesday 26 January), and concern for the ageing animal is growing as night falls and snow is falling. A message on the Facebook page of ‘Forbeshill Spaniels’ reads: “I’ve … Read more
Two Forres businessmen have got their heads together and come up with a comedy collaboration that has been seen more than 40,000 times on Facebook, and still counting. Lloyd Kenny, from the Cluny Bank Restaurant and Rooms on St Leonard’s Road furloughed himself on Boxing Day as the country went into lockdown, and hospitality venues … Read more
Volunteers restoring the boathouse and surrounding area at the Loch of Blairs near Forres have issued a warning not to walk on the ice, after mindless vandals put their own safety at risk. A picnic bench has been lifted from its waterside location and pushed into the middle of the frozen loch. It appears to … Read more
A long-serving member of Forres Rotary Club had an unexpectd surprise when he turned up for yet another voluntary gesture. Andy Wardley immediately offered to help out at the Forres Health Centre when the call went round for helpers to man the car parks during the Covid-19 vaccine rollout today (23 January). While on duty, … Read more
Police in Forres have asked members of the public to keep dogs under control when out and about in fields where sheep are present. They have had concerns raised from members of the public regarding dog walkers in the areas of Sanquhar Woods and Dava Way. It has been reported that some dogs are being … Read more