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Hector MacKenzie


Senior News Editor

Hector MacKenzie is a senior news editor with the Highland News and Media group and has 30-plus years’ experience in journalism. Raised in Ross-shire, he’s content editor for the Ross-shire Journal. A graduate of Glasgow University, he spent four years working in the media in Beijing and his work has appeared in publications and online in the UK, China and United States. He firmly believes everyone has a story to tell.

Hector MacKenzie

Under-threat TRACC poised for £1.2m lifeline

24 October 2025
Under-threat TRACC poised for £1.2m lifeline

Under-threat TRACC poised for £1.2m lifeline

24 October 2025

If agreed, the deal protects the Tain facility for five years and paves the way for funding to be sought for a new facility at the superschool campus.


Ambassador’s Highland port visit aims to bolster multi-billion pound trade with Japan

22 October 2025
Ambassador’s Highland port visit aims to bolster multi-billion pound trade with Japan

Ambassador’s Highland port visit aims to bolster multi-billion pound trade with Japan

22 October 2025

Ambassador gives ‘loud and clear’ message to businesses in Japan after visit to Easter Ross Port of Nigg.


Third time lucky as Sutherland singer’s dream comes true at Mod

17 October 2025
Third time lucky as Sutherland singer’s dream comes true at Mod

Third time lucky as Sutherland singer’s dream comes true at Mod

17 October 2025

‘I was five or six years old when I first competed at a Mòd in Dunoon and ever since I’ve wanted to win the Gold Medal.’


Highland landmarks urged to light up red for Poppyscotland

15 October 2025
Highland landmarks urged to light up red for Poppyscotland

Highland landmarks urged to light up red for Poppyscotland

15 October 2025

Which floodlit buildings do you think would look great as part of this poignant act of remembrance?


North Highland distilleries flag £8000 community group fund

12 October 2025
North Highland distilleries flag £8000 community group fund

North Highland distilleries flag £8000 community group fund

12 October 2025

Charities and not-for-profit organisations near two north Highland distilleries can stake a claim to a share of an £8000 fund.


Sutherland banking wilderness flagged by MSP fighting for Tain service

07 October 2025
Sutherland banking wilderness flagged by MSP fighting for Tain service

Sutherland banking wilderness flagged by MSP fighting for Tain service

07 October 2025

“Since the Golspie branch closed earlier this year, there are no longer any banking branches in Sutherland.”


North Highland youngsters get hands-on with new £1.8m campus

06 October 2025
North Highland youngsters get hands-on with new £1.8m campus

North Highland youngsters get hands-on with new £1.8m campus

06 October 2025

Programmes heavily over-subscribed proving impact they are having in attracting young people who see their future outside of the traditional path.


Under-threat Easter Ross facility ‘ticks all the boxes’ for windfall cash

04 October 2025
Under-threat Easter Ross facility ‘ticks all the boxes’ for windfall cash

Under-threat Easter Ross facility ‘ticks all the boxes’ for windfall cash

04 October 2025

‘TRACC is a massive project, and it would tick every single box of what has been announced so far.’


Parklands Care Homes’ trailblazing new tartan has story to tell

28 September 2025
Parklands Care Homes’ trailblazing new tartan has story to tell

Parklands Care Homes’ trailblazing new tartan has story to tell

28 September 2025

‘This tartan is more than just a uniform’, explains the company’s boss.


ELECTED: Tain and Easter Ross ward has a new councillor

26 September 2025
ELECTED: Tain and Easter Ross ward has a new councillor

ELECTED: Tain and Easter Ross ward has a new councillor

26 September 2025

The successful candidate now joins Laura Dundas and Maureen Ross in representing the ward.


Highland woman admits embezzling £8000 from Tain Gala Association

23 September 2025
Highland woman admits embezzling £8000 from Tain Gala Association

Highland woman admits embezzling £8000 from Tain Gala Association

23 September 2025

The long-running case has been a source of anxiety for many involved with the popular gala which relies heavily on community goodwill and volunteers.


WATCH: Celebrity Traitors grilled at Highland round table as TV show details revealed

21 September 2025
WATCH: Celebrity Traitors grilled at Highland round table as TV show details revealed

WATCH: Celebrity Traitors grilled at Highland round table as TV show details revealed

21 September 2025

Who do you recognise from the list of stars - and would you like to take part in the next series?


Glenmorangie Distillery issues rare ‘Meet the Makers’ invite

19 September 2025
Glenmorangie Distillery issues rare ‘Meet the Makers’ invite

Glenmorangie Distillery issues rare ‘Meet the Makers’ invite

19 September 2025

They might even reveal what it was like working with Star Wars icon Harrison Ford…


MILESTONE MOMENT: Public petition to recognise Highland tartan is launched

17 September 2025
MILESTONE MOMENT: Public petition to recognise Highland tartan is launched

MILESTONE MOMENT: Public petition to recognise Highland tartan is launched

17 September 2025

MSP Kate Forbes is backing the trailblazing Highland weaver, saying legal protection can successfully support cultural heritage and local industry.


Sutherland pupils get insight into 100-plus job roles in salmon farming

14 September 2025
Sutherland pupils get insight into 100-plus job roles in salmon farming

Sutherland pupils get insight into 100-plus job roles in salmon farming

14 September 2025

‘It was a fantastic opportunity for our pupils to explore the wide range of skills and careers available in the aquaculture sector.’


Firm with big Sutherland presence tastes success at prestigious awards

11 September 2025
Firm with big Sutherland presence tastes success at prestigious awards

Firm with big Sutherland presence tastes success at prestigious awards

11 September 2025

Just months after launching its own range of smoked salmon, Loch Duart has scooped a Fish and Seafood Product of the year accolade.


Del Boy and Rodney pop in to Highland care home fete

09 September 2025
Del Boy and Rodney pop in to Highland care home fete

Del Boy and Rodney pop in to Highland care home fete

09 September 2025

There was much to celebrate at Innis Mhor in Tain.


Pledges after Highland mobile library rollout stalled

09 September 2025
Pledges after Highland mobile library rollout stalled

Pledges after Highland mobile library rollout stalled

09 September 2025

The two new walk-in vans were supposed to have been operational this summer after a £332,000 investment.


Highlanders hailed as Blythswood Shoebox Appeal launched

07 September 2025
Highlanders hailed as Blythswood Shoebox Appeal launched

Highlanders hailed as Blythswood Shoebox Appeal launched

07 September 2025

‘Invaluable’ initiative being backed by churches, schools, and community groups across the Highlands in coming weeks.


TRACC petition aims to protect only swimming pool in Tain

06 September 2025
TRACC petition aims to protect only swimming pool in Tain

TRACC petition aims to protect only swimming pool in Tain

06 September 2025

‘My first act, if elected, will be to hand this petition in and make clear to the SNP-Independent administration that…TRACC must be saved.’


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