A Scottish politician calls for action to reopen a museum dedicated to local scientist Hugh Falconer and address its ongoing issues. Motion to Honor Hugh Falconer, Revive Forres Museum A politician wants to reopen a museum. It honors a local scientist whose work was very important. Ariane Burgess is a Scottish Green MSP. She wants…
Forres bucks retail trends with a vibrant High Street, boasting 76 open shops and new businesses contributing to a thriving town center. Forres High Street Thriving With 76 Shops Open and Just Seven Empty Spaces Town centers struggle, but Forres seems to be doing well. Many new shops opened recently. The High Street has 76…
Moray Council proposes a plan for campervans to park overnight in designated spots for a fee of £7, aiming to manage demand and limit damage. Moray Council to Consult on Overnight Stay Scheme for Motorhomes and Campervans Moray Council will start a consultation. The topic is a new plan for campervans. They want to allow…
The new wellbeing center in the old Victoria Hotel in Forres boasts over 80 members in its first month, offering support to veterans. Erskine Veterans Activity Centre North, Forres Sees 80+ Members in One Month A wellbeing center opened in Forres. It has over 80 members after just one month. It’s located in the old…
Councillor Draeyk van der Horn has launched LØRE in Forres, a space that is an art gallery, workshop, and office celebrating local connections. Moray Councillor Draeyk van der Horn Opens New Venture LØRE in Forres A new shop just opened downtown on Saturday. LØRE is now at 128 High Street in Forres. It’s an art…
The event drew 33 people forming 6 teams to raise £200 for Forres Town Hall renovations engaging with music, general knowledge themes. Forres Area Community Trust Hosts Successful Quiz Nights for Town Hall Six teams competed in a quiz. The event helped raise money. They plan to fix up a historic building. Thirty-three people played.…
Forres Heritage Trust is launching evening openings for Nelson’s Tower, attracting great interest and sold-out events. Nelson’s Tower Opens to the Public at Night by Forres Heritage Trust Forres: A local history group is kicking off an exciting events program. Two events are already sold out, showing great interest from the community. Nelson’s Tower will…
Over 1600 people have signed a petition urging Moray Council to save the Forres Community Centre from closure. Moray Council Faces Pressure to Keep Forres Community Centre Open Amid Petition Forres: A community centre is at risk of closing, and people are worried. Over 1600 locals signed a petition to keep the Forres House Community…
MSP Ariane Burgess questions if Orbex’s £20m funding will help the Highlands Ariane Burgess Seeks Clarity on £20m Orbex Investment for Highlands Forres: Scottish Green MSP Ariane Burgess is disappointed with Orbex’s decision. The company received £20 million from the UK Government but isn’t reconsidering the Sutherland Spaceport site. Burgess wants to know if this…
The Newbold Legacy Trust is offering grants up to £10,000 for local projects until March 31 Newbold Legacy Trust Invites Final Applications for Funding Opportunities Forres: The Newbold Legacy Trust is giving out grants of up to £10,000. This is for local groups or individuals who apply successfully. The final round of funding is open…
Ariane Burgess believes using empty homes can help solve Scotland’s housing crisis, urging the government to take action. Ariane Burgess MSP Suggests Alternative Solutions for Housing Shortage Forres: A local politician is stepping up to tackle the housing crisis. Ariane Burgess, the Scottish Green MSP for the Highlands and Islands, is pushing for the government…
The Forres Highland Games has secured £10,000 to upgrade their storage facility, ensuring a safer environment for their equipment. Forres Highland Games Receives £10k for Storage Improvements at Grant Park Forres: The Forres Highland Games, a beloved local event, is celebrating a big win. They just got £10,000 from the Berry Burn wind farm Community…
Forres is calling on locals to donate blood and help save lives at the upcoming session on January 28 at the community center Forres House Community Centre Hosts Donation Sessions with Scotblood Forres: A call is going out for blood donations to support Scottish patients. The community is being asked to step up and help…
The Eagle Pub in Forres is up for sale, offering a unique chance for buyers to own a popular local venue with a nightclub The Eagle Pub in Moray Now Available for Purchase, Exciting Opportunity Forres: A well-known pub in Moray, the Eagle Pub, is officially on the market. This two-story venue has a nightclub…
The board of Transition Town Forres has stepped down after facing backlash from members over future plans and financial viability Transition Town Forres Board Resigns Amidst Member Criticism and Concerns Forres: The board of Transition Town Forres, an environmental charity, has resigned after 17 years on local common good land. This decision came after a…
Gillian McRobie is set to trek the Great Wall of China to raise funds for Highland Hospice, aiming for a total of £200,000 Highland Hospice Nurse Gears Up for Fundraising Trek on Great Wall Inverness: Gillian McRobie, a senior nurse at Highland Hospice, is gearing up for an exciting trek on the Great Wall of…
The Forres ambulance station has moved staff to Forres Fire Station due to a burst pipe, but service remains unaffected for the community Forres Ambulance Station Relocates Staff After Burst Pipe Incident Forres: So, there’s been a bit of a hiccup at the ambulance station in Forres. They had to shut down operations at the…
Join the National Autistic Society for a fun-filled open day at East Grange Loft, perfect for families and neurodiverse children! National Autistic Society Invites Community to Fun Day at East Grange Loft Kinloss: The National Autistic Society is kicking off its new branch with a fun open day. It’s happening at East Grange Loft, and…
New businesses in Forres are receiving an incredible amount of support from the local community, leaving them pleasantly surprised Forres New Businesses Overwhelmed by Local Support Forres: It’s been a whirlwind for the new businesses in town. They’re feeling the love from the locals, and honestly, it’s heartwarming to see. Many owners have shared how…
Moray Council has issued a heartfelt apology following the flooding of Clovenside Cemetery in Forres, causing distress to families. Moray Council Apologizes After Clovenside Cemetery Floods Again Forres: So, it turns out Clovenside Cemetery had another flooding issue, and Moray Council is really sorry about it. They’ve apologized for the distress it caused to families…
