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We wish to follow up on our recent statement about issues affecting the realization of development in Strathnairn, to ensure we can reconcile these and move forward constructively together. Of course many community groups are doing amazing work with great results for the community, and there is much to celebrate. However, the relationship between SCBF,Continue reading “An open letter to SCBF – seeking a collaborative path forward for the community”

We hope you are enjoying the summer weather and all that is great about the Strathnairn community and environment. As the Board of SDC, we are providing this update so that you can all see what we have been doing over the recent months (see the summaries from Jessica, the Community Development Officer on theContinue reading “July 2024 update: SDC’s achievements, plans and frustration”

SDC have volunteered to produce a bi-monthly ‘What’s On’ newsletter to plug the gap until a community newsletter is re-established. Next edition is due out in August 2024. Your feedback on this first issue is welcome and thanks to those who contributed.

Two fantastic cinema days were held in January and March 2024 in Farr Hall with financial and logistical support from Community Film Scotland. On these days we showed a kids’ film in the afternoon, and grown-ups’ movie in the evening. The kids’ films were packed, and the snacks and bean bags made for a greatContinue reading “Community cinema”

Gaelic in Strathnairn events were held in late February 2024 and were very successful.Additional funding of £3,800 has been secured from Bord na Gaidhlig for moreconversation cafes, talks on heritage and nature, bookbug sessions and approximately40 free Gaelic classes, which are being held on Wednesday evenings in Farr Hall(contact us via michael@strathnairndevelopment.scot and check onContinue reading “Gaelic language & culture events”

Jessica Boughey, our CDO since November 2023, sadly left in May 2024 as she found a new position at the Highland Council that suited her personal circumstances and career path well. As a Board we were delighted with her initiative, commitment and support over the 6 months she spent with us, and we are sureContinue reading “Thanks and a fond farewell to our CDO, Jessica”

Strathnairn Development Company is delighted to welcome our new CDO and we know she is equally looking forward to starting work with us this week. Jessica will be meeting with groups and residents over the coming weeks to discuss the hopes and aspirations of Strathnairners, young and old, as expressed in the CAP and inContinue reading “Jessica Boughey – the new Community Development Officer (CDO)”

SDC has been asked by SSEN to post details of current weather warnings for Storm Babet. SSEN’s current weather model shows high winds forecast across Angus, Aberdeenshire, Moray, Caithness and Orkney.  These areas could see gusts of up to 60mph, with the strongest winds currently forecast to be on Thursday afternoon.    Heavy rain isContinue reading “Weather Warning for Storm Babet”

A huge thank you to everyone who came along, helped out and donated baking and money to the Farr Gala held on the 10th June 2023. It was great to see so many people coming together to make it a great community event. Thank you to the Strathnairn Community Benefit Fund for providing the financesContinue reading “Farr Gala was a success!”

The Farr Gala will be held this weekend. Here’s a wee poster that has been going up around the community.