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Andy Dixon has been content editor for the Inverness Courier, Ross-shire Journal, Strathspey and Badenoch Herald, Highland News and North Star since November 2016. He joined the company in June 2006 and has covered community news, politics, court, sport, entertainment and business in various roles over the years.

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Belladrum is all heart for Highland Hospice as it seeks artist

10 November 2024
Belladrum is all heart for Highland Hospice as it seeks artist

Belladrum is all heart for Highland Hospice as it seeks artist

10 November 2024

Could you come up with a special Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival design for a charity Highland HeArt Trail sculpture?


Texas and Paul Heaton to headline Belladrum 2025

08 November 2024
Texas and Paul Heaton to headline Belladrum 2025

Texas and Paul Heaton to headline Belladrum 2025

08 November 2024

“Both Texas and Paul Heaton will be guaranteed to deliver some of the biggest sing-along moments in Bella history,” say organisers.


EXPLAINED: 5% Highland tourist tax could raise £10m a year - all you need to know PLUS who won’t have to pay

08 November 2024
EXPLAINED: 5% Highland tourist tax could raise £10m a year - all you need to know PLUS who won’t have to pay

EXPLAINED: 5% Highland tourist tax could raise £10m a year - all you need to know PLUS who won’t have to pay

08 November 2024

Otherwise known as a visitor levy, should it happen, it would see the Highlands follow destinations in Europe that charge additional tax per night.


Inverness Courier journalist presents Radio 4 Menopause Matters documentary after going through ‘the change’ at 15

04 November 2024
Inverness Courier journalist presents Radio 4 Menopause Matters documentary after going through ‘the change’ at 15

Inverness Courier journalist presents Radio 4 Menopause Matters documentary after going through ‘the change’ at 15

04 November 2024

Inverness Courier journalist recounted her early menopause journey on BBC Radio 4’s Menopause Matters, sharing insights from her experience at 15.


DELAYED: Unknown start date for six-month Kessock Bridge safety improvement project

30 October 2024
DELAYED: Unknown start date for six-month Kessock Bridge safety improvement project

DELAYED: Unknown start date for six-month Kessock Bridge safety improvement project

30 October 2024

The work was supposed to start in October.


WATCH: Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden confirmed as guest judge for Strictly Inverness 2025

30 September 2024
WATCH: Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden confirmed as guest judge for Strictly Inverness 2025

WATCH: Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden confirmed as guest judge for Strictly Inverness 2025

30 September 2024

Applications are now open for the popular dance extravaganza held in aid of Highland Hospice and Inverness Ice Centre.


The Traitors star Andrew Jenkins begins epic UK-first charity trek In Scotland

30 September 2024
The Traitors star Andrew Jenkins begins epic UK-first charity trek In Scotland

The Traitors star Andrew Jenkins begins epic UK-first charity trek In Scotland

30 September 2024

1200km walk under way to raise funds for brain injury charity Headway after starting in Highlands at Ardross Castle - home of the BBC reality show.


Up to 6 months of safety improvements set for Kessock Bridge

04 September 2024
Up to 6 months of safety improvements set for Kessock Bridge

Up to 6 months of safety improvements set for Kessock Bridge

04 September 2024

Planned reduced speed limits across the structure with intermittent overnight lane closures.


New InterCity trains key to encouraging more people to leave car at home

03 September 2024
New InterCity trains key to encouraging more people to leave car at home

New InterCity trains key to encouraging more people to leave car at home

03 September 2024

Moves are under way to replace ageing High-Speed Trains fleet operating on InterCity routes between Inverness, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen.


Seven-year-old boy found after going missing on Fyrish

10 August 2024
Seven-year-old boy found after going missing on Fyrish

Seven-year-old boy found after going missing on Fyrish

10 August 2024

Sources stated he was the son of a Lithuanian tourist.


A9 at Carrbridge reopens seven hours after crash involving bus, lorry and car

27 July 2024
A9 at Carrbridge reopens seven hours after crash involving bus, lorry and car

A9 at Carrbridge reopens seven hours after crash involving bus, lorry and car

27 July 2024

It is unclear if anyone was injured.


‘Belladrum has always been my favourite festival’ - says Callum Beattie

27 July 2024
‘Belladrum has always been my favourite festival’ - says Callum Beattie

‘Belladrum has always been my favourite festival’ - says Callum Beattie

27 July 2024

The event will premiere a video for a new single set to support Mikeysline.


‘There will be a few surprises at Belladrum’ - says Bill Bailey

27 July 2024
‘There will be a few surprises at Belladrum’ - says Bill Bailey

‘There will be a few surprises at Belladrum’ - says Bill Bailey

27 July 2024

In a first for Belladrum, comedian Bill Bailey will take to the main stage.


‘I love wandering around Belladrum and supporting other local bands’ - says Scooty and the Skyhooks’ Davie Ross

26 July 2024
‘I love wandering around Belladrum and supporting other local bands’ - says Scooty and the Skyhooks’ Davie Ross

‘I love wandering around Belladrum and supporting other local bands’ - says Scooty and the Skyhooks’ Davie Ross

26 July 2024

Scooty and the Skyhooks founder member Davie Ross loves going to Belladrum.


NHS Highland counter fraud services investigate worker

22 July 2024
NHS Highland counter fraud services investigate worker

NHS Highland counter fraud services investigate worker

22 July 2024

It is believed the man was carrying out duties in Inverness under a false name.


Flight plans hit at Inverness Airport after ‘technical issues’

22 July 2024
Flight plans hit at Inverness Airport after ‘technical issues’

Flight plans hit at Inverness Airport after ‘technical issues’

22 July 2024

More than 10 flights have been impacted so far.


£184.7m Tomatin-Moy A9 dualling contract lined up

10 July 2024
£184.7m Tomatin-Moy A9 dualling contract lined up

£184.7m Tomatin-Moy A9 dualling contract lined up

10 July 2024

Scottish Government is poised to award the construction contract to Balfour Beatty.


Highland Council opens buildings in Inverness and Dingwall for people who haven’t received postal votes

30 June 2024
Highland Council opens buildings in Inverness and Dingwall for people who haven’t received postal votes

Highland Council opens buildings in Inverness and Dingwall for people who haven’t received postal votes

30 June 2024

A private booth has ben set up for anyone who wishes to complete their postal vote there and then.


NC500 spin in Reliant Robin under way for Strictly Inverness dancer

29 March 2024
NC500 spin in Reliant Robin under way for Strictly Inverness dancer

NC500 spin in Reliant Robin under way for Strictly Inverness dancer

29 March 2024

Angela Urquhart has raised thousands of pounds for the annual dance contest’s organisers and hosts Highland Hospice and Inverness Ice Centre.


Broken Inverness bridge could be out of action until Thursday

26 March 2024
Broken Inverness bridge could be out of action until Thursday

Broken Inverness bridge could be out of action until Thursday

26 March 2024

It is unclear how long it has been closed but it was seen to be out of action last night.


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