Environment

It is hoped the illuminated local features will attract more visitors to the town.

Forres Area Business Association directors discussed the issue with a Moray Council traffic engineer and an SGN representative.

ENVIRONMENTAL charity Keep Scotland Beautiful has announced a Week of Action will be taking place later this month to help combat waterways litter.

The Lord-Lieutenant of Moray was joined by community members of all ages for the tree planting at Grant Park.

New technology allows AJE to reduce carbon footprint and improve efficiency.

Chelle Parker of The Vibe Movement organised the fundraiser on behalf of Moray Fresh Start.

Education chiefs discussed plans for the current and the new Forres Academy at an open evening.

It is estimated there are now around 1 million wild deer in Scotland, figures which show they require proper management.

FORRES resident Roy Dennis has been awarded an OBE for spearheading conservation in Scotland and abroad – but says: "there's still lots to do."

Members of the community of all ages celebrated 50 years of the building at the heart of Forres.

Annie O'Driscoll of Bogton Road last saw Kim near Mosset Park on Saturday, December 23.

Around 70 people followed Theatre of the 7 Directions’ Christmas Artist Hunt at The Park.

Logie Primary was awarded £1000 from the Findrerne Development Trust to host painter Andrea Turner.

MORAY Council has approved a planning policy that aims to protect the countryside around the region’s main towns from development.

Chelle Parker of The Vibe Movement is hosting a yoga session on the beach to raise money for Moray Fresh Start.

The Logie Timber Festival is making a comeback to the Logie Estate following a five year absence.

Forres Events Limited are organising a family-friendly event in the park next summer.

THE facility is now in operation after months of testing.

The new distillery has also opened a new round of investment opportunities.

Forres Friends of Woods and Fields to buy solar-powered shed, compost toilet, and tool shed.