Forres Local 
A 13-year-old boy who was reported missing in Forres, has been traced safe and well. Police were appealing for information after Kyle Simpson was last seen around 12.30pm today (Thursday, 13 February) in the area of Forres Academy.
Children from local primary schools were treated to a behind-the-scenes tour of RAF Lossiemouth and took the controls of a hi-tech Typhoon flight simulator recently. They visited the station after winning the top prizes in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) competition. The six children from primary schools across Moray visited Number II (Army-Cooperation) … Read more
An extended bus service approved by councillors last November will be in operation from this month. The town bus service for residents in the Forbeshill area of the town was called for by residents after Stagecoach withdrew their commercial service. Starting on Monday 24 February, the new service will link Forbeshill with the town centre, medical … Read more
A local marine rescue group has been kitted out in brand new safety gear thanks to the Tesco’s Bags of Help scheme. Moray Inshore Rescue Organisation (MIRO) collected £4000 from their local supermarket after customers chose them to receive donations from plastic shopping bags. As part of a programme to upgrade and renew essential crew … Read more
Forres firefighters boosted the popularity of an annual event for the Rotary Club of Forres, when they assisted in the very important task of guiding Santa around Forres during his annual visit at the end of last year. The crew from the Forres Community Fire Station came out every night Santa was in town to … Read more
Hundreds of people stood at the end of the runway at Kinloss Barracks today (Tuesday 4 February) to witness the historic moment the first Poseidon P-8A landed in Moray. The maritime patrol aircraft is the first of nine coming to the area from the USA to be stationed at RAF Lossiemouth, where new facilities are … Read more
A development body that recognises its young people fly the nest more than anywhere else is hoping a new incentive for businesses will keep youngsters in the area. Finderne Development Trust (FDT) has today announced plans to deliver a financial boost to businesses willing to recruit apprentices. The FDT’s rural-based apprenticeships project will fund a … Read more
Community groups in the Forres area could land themselves a lip-smacking £1000 grant thanks to brewers McEwan’s. And you could nominate your favourite group and help them on their way to getting a funding boost. The brewing company famous for its Lager and Export beers, want to help community groups who deserve recognition and extra … Read more
Nearly 100 people enjoyed a traditional Burn Supper in the James Milne Institute on Saturday 25 January to celebrate the life and poetry of Rabbie Burns. Organised by Moray Inshore Rescue Organisation (MIRO), the interior of the building was regaled in tartan for the occasion, including tartan bunting specially made by Johnston’s of Elgin. Addressing … Read more
Police are appealing for information following a break-in at Waterford Recycling Centre in Forres between 3.20pm on Sunday 26 January and 6.45am on Monday 27 January. Moray Waste Busters, who operate part of the recycling centre, posted on their Facebook page: “Please be aware our site and Moray Council Recycling Centre at Waterford are closed … Read more