Forres Local 
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
The eastbound carriageway of the A96 bypassing Forres will close for five nights between 27 January and 1 February for resurfacing works. The closure will take place between 7:30pm and 6am. The westbound carriageway, which was resurfaced several weeks ago, will remain open.
Forres Rotary Club has big ambitions to increase its membership in 2020 and make itself more accessible to everyone in the town. Club president Tony Galloway said: “It’s all about moving forward. Times are changing and Rotary clubs all over the world are having to adapt in order to boost their membership and it’s no … Read more
Antique jewellery and medals were among items stolen from a property in St Leonard’s Road on the morning of Tuesday 21 January. Police are making enquiries into a housebreaking which occurred between 8.30 am and 1.15 pm, during which a number of items were stolen, including antique jewellery and medals. Many of these items are … Read more