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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

Rachel Smart

Co-op shoppers get chance to win Belladrum weekend tickets

11 June 2025
Co-op shoppers get chance to win Belladrum weekend tickets

Co-op shoppers get chance to win Belladrum weekend tickets

11 June 2025

Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival turns 21 this year, and to celebrate it has teamed-up with Co-Op superstores.


Young people to share their voices on Highland during conference in Inverness

10 June 2025
Young people to share their voices on Highland during conference in Inverness

Young people to share their voices on Highland during conference in Inverness

10 June 2025

The annual Highland Youth Parliament (HYP) conference will take place at Inverness Leisure Centre on Friday, June 13.


Charitable organisations to be recognised at Highland Business Women awards

04 June 2025
Charitable organisations to be recognised at Highland Business Women awards

Charitable organisations to be recognised at Highland Business Women awards

04 June 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards 2025 are taking place on August 21 at the Kingsmills Hotel.


Highland woman shares her experience of alcoholism and addiction in book soon to be on sale in Waterstones

03 June 2025
Highland woman shares her experience of alcoholism and addiction in book soon to be on sale in Waterstones

Highland woman shares her experience of alcoholism and addiction in book soon to be on sale in Waterstones

03 June 2025

Lorna Munro (62) has published a memoir titled Living in 3D: Drink, Drugs and Denial.


Highland Council backs government proposal to have option to create a cruise ship levy

29 May 2025
Highland Council backs government proposal to have option to create a cruise ship levy

Highland Council backs government proposal to have option to create a cruise ship levy

29 May 2025

The Highland Council has issued its support for a Scottish Government proposal to give local authorities the power to create a cruise ship levy.


New businesses to be recognised at annual Highland award ceremony

28 May 2025
New businesses to be recognised at annual Highland award ceremony

New businesses to be recognised at annual Highland award ceremony

28 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are returning for 2025.


Highland firm celebrates 25 years in bespoke premises that has customers at the forefront

24 May 2025
Highland firm celebrates 25 years in bespoke premises that has customers at the forefront

Highland firm celebrates 25 years in bespoke premises that has customers at the forefront

24 May 2025

A Highland family-run business is celebrating 25 years in its bespoke premises.


Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

21 May 2025
Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

21 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are back for 2025.


Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

14 May 2025
Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

14 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are set to return in 2025.


PICTURES: Inver90s hits the high note and organisers promise it will return ‘bigger and better’

07 May 2025
PICTURES: Inver90s hits the high note and organisers promise it will return ‘bigger and better’

PICTURES: Inver90s hits the high note and organisers promise it will return ‘bigger and better’

07 May 2025

A 90s-themed music event had its debut in Inverness on Saturday, May 3, and it was a night of nostalgia, energy, and top-tier entertainment.


Organisations back pilot plan to reduce deer densities

07 May 2025
Organisations back pilot plan to reduce deer densities

Organisations back pilot plan to reduce deer densities

07 May 2025

A coalition of landowning organisations and rural workers have backed a new Deer Management Plan.


Very high to extreme risk of wildfire in place across the north of Scotland

06 May 2025
Very high to extreme risk of wildfire in place across the north of Scotland

Very high to extreme risk of wildfire in place across the north of Scotland

06 May 2025

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has urged people who live within or who may enter rural environments to exercise caution.


Entries open for Highland Business Women Awards 2025

06 May 2025
Entries open for Highland Business Women Awards 2025

Entries open for Highland Business Women Awards 2025

06 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are set to return for 2025.


Ross-shire distillery champions the Highlands in New York alongside Alan Cumming

06 May 2025
Ross-shire distillery champions the Highlands in New York alongside Alan Cumming

Ross-shire distillery champions the Highlands in New York alongside Alan Cumming

06 May 2025

A Ross-shire based distillery has been championing Scotland in New York.


Highland charities and individuals shortlisted for annual Scottish awards

06 May 2025
Highland charities and individuals shortlisted for annual Scottish awards

Highland charities and individuals shortlisted for annual Scottish awards

06 May 2025

Run annually by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, the Scottish Charity Awards celebrate the best of Scotland’s voluntary sector.


Police appeal after sheep worrying incident results in death of a lamb and ewe near Lairg

05 May 2025
Police appeal after sheep worrying incident results in death of a lamb and ewe near Lairg

Police appeal after sheep worrying incident results in death of a lamb and ewe near Lairg

05 May 2025

Police officers in Sutherland are appealing for information following a report of sheep worrying which resulted in the death of a lamb and a ewe.


Highland secondary pupils get opportunity to explore careers in salmon farming sector

24 April 2025
Highland secondary pupils get opportunity to explore careers in salmon farming sector

Highland secondary pupils get opportunity to explore careers in salmon farming sector

24 April 2025

A group of Highland secondary pupils will get a first-hand look at the variety of opportunities that the salmon farming sector offers.


Historical items dating back 3500 years found at new Highland golf course

22 April 2025
Historical items dating back 3500 years found at new Highland golf course

Historical items dating back 3500 years found at new Highland golf course

22 April 2025

A range of historical items, including a 3500 year old Bronze Age cremation urn, have been found during the construction of a new golf course.


Sadness and shock at death of Pope Francis (88)

21 April 2025
Sadness and shock at death of Pope Francis (88)

Sadness and shock at death of Pope Francis (88)

21 April 2025

Condolences have been expressed following the death of Pope Francis announced this morning.


Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards’ head judge shares her tips for crafting the best application

17 April 2025
Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards’ head judge shares her tips for crafting the best application

Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards’ head judge shares her tips for crafting the best application

17 April 2025

Entries are now open for the Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards (HITA) 2025.


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