Hans by name, hands by nature – new one-to-one physio service comes to Forres

A physiotherapist called Hans who specialises in hands has grasped the opportunity to open a new clinic in Forres next month. Hans van Gestel holds a postgraduate qualification in hand therapy, but will offer a complete physiotherpay service from Leys Road when he opens on 4 February. He and his family moved to Forres after … Read more

From cashmere to casks, Aceo appoints new man as Chief Executive Officer

A whisky company with an increasing footprint in Forres has appointed a local man to spearhead its operation. Aceo Limited, a leading independent whisky bottler and provider of cask whisky management services, has announced that George McNeil, will join the company. Founder and Managing Director, Edward Odim, is transitioning to Chairman, paving the way for … Read more

Forres personal trainer steps up neurological support centre with UK-wide online service

A young personal trainer who helps run a gym in Forres has been awarded a grant to take her neurological fitness centre online, meaning it can help people all over the UK with conditions such as MS, Parkinsons, Stroke and FND. Mollie Powney became one of Scotland’s youngest Personal Trainers when she qualified after a … Read more

Lorraine says the key to her jams and chutneys is local produce and no additives

A Forres woman who followed her daughter’s advice to turn her hobby into a business has never looked back. Lorraine Munro makes jam and chutneys from her home kitchen in Waterford, Forres using local fruits and vegetables and no additives. Mills Cottage Preserves is named after the Waterford property where she lives and operates from. … Read more

Yarnbomber appeals for woollen figures to be returned to veterans’ postbox topper

A knitter who made three postbox toppers ahead of the Erskine Veterans’ Activity Centre opening in Forres is appealing for information after three woollen figures appear to have been cut from their base this morning (Wednesday 11 December). The three service personnel that topped the postbox next to the Mercat Cross represented the Army, the … Read more

Refillery shop opens today in Forres’ old market building on Tolbooth Street

A new shop on Tolbooth Street aims to reduce plastic waste and help the community with their ecological aims, after its owner said she found it difficult to reduce her own use of man-made packaging. Fiona Gibson will open the Old Market Refillery today (6 December) following months of refurbishment. The Gibson family are well … Read more