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Bug outbreaks close two wards at Raigmore Hospital

16 April 2022
Bug outbreaks close two wards at Raigmore Hospital

Bug outbreaks close two wards at Raigmore Hospital

16 April 2022

Cases of coronavirus and norovirus have resulted in two wards at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness being closed to new admissions.


Free family-friendly festival aims to inspire people to sow, grow and share

14 April 2022
Free family-friendly festival aims to inspire people to sow, grow and share

Free family-friendly festival aims to inspire people to sow, grow and share

14 April 2022

A free major outdoor festival is set to take place in Inverness in a bid to inspire people to sow, grow and share food, music, knowledge and ideas.


Close-run contest for three Highland homes in BBC Scotland's televised Home of the Year – here's how it went...

05 April 2022
Close-run contest for three Highland homes in BBC Scotland's televised Home of the Year – here's how it went...

Close-run contest for three Highland homes in BBC Scotland's televised Home of the Year – here's how it went...

05 April 2022

TV viewers were given a fascinating glimpse into three Highland homes as the popular programme Scotland’s Home of the Year returned last night.


PICTURES: Two Highland homeowners set to compete on BBC TV series' first episode

04 April 2022
PICTURES: Two Highland homeowners set to compete on BBC TV series' first episode

PICTURES: Two Highland homeowners set to compete on BBC TV series' first episode

04 April 2022

A look at two Highland-based contenders to feature in BBC Scotland's programme Scotland’s Home of the Year.


Highland firefighters tackle blaze at landmark wood panel manufacturing plant

04 April 2022
Highland firefighters tackle blaze at landmark wood panel manufacturing plant

Highland firefighters tackle blaze at landmark wood panel manufacturing plant

04 April 2022

Firefighters spent more than five hours tackling a blaze at a well-known wood panel manufacturing plant.


Schools warned to stock up on meat after butcher ends association with council

25 March 2022
Schools warned to stock up on meat after butcher ends association with council

Schools warned to stock up on meat after butcher ends association with council

25 March 2022

Risk school canteens could soon run out of meat after butcher declined to tender to renew council contract


Highland business group laments 'opportunity missed' in Spring Statement

23 March 2022
Highland business group laments 'opportunity missed' in Spring Statement

Highland business group laments 'opportunity missed' in Spring Statement

23 March 2022

An opportunity has been missed to help countless small businesses being overwhelmed by massive energy price hikes, according to a business leader.


Detectives probing murder of Highland banker Alistair Wilson seek information about two men seen with handgun

21 March 2022
Detectives probing murder of Highland banker Alistair Wilson seek information about two men seen with handgun

Detectives probing murder of Highland banker Alistair Wilson seek information about two men seen with handgun

21 March 2022

Detectives investigating the murder of Alistair Wilson in Nairn 17 years ago are appealing for information about two men seen with a handgun.


Calls for UK government to take urgent action as heating oil prices double

21 March 2022
Calls for UK government to take urgent action as heating oil prices double

Calls for UK government to take urgent action as heating oil prices double

21 March 2022

The doubling of domestic heating oil prices in just two weeks has prompted calls for the UK government to take urgent action.


Stigma associated with addiction can lead to a dark and lonely place for affected families, Highland group says

20 March 2022
Stigma associated with addiction can lead to a dark and lonely place for affected families, Highland group says

Stigma associated with addiction can lead to a dark and lonely place for affected families, Highland group says

20 March 2022

A mother who has experienced “the living hell” of a family member using drugs has started a group for families and friends affected by addiction.


New Highland comedy club aims to be a barrel of laughs

20 March 2022
New Highland comedy club aims to be a barrel of laughs

New Highland comedy club aims to be a barrel of laughs

20 March 2022

A new comedy club to promote fresh talent in the Highlands has been formed and will meet for the first time early next month.


Developers hit back after renewal of planning permission for retail park expansion recommended for refusal

17 March 2022
Developers hit back after renewal of planning permission for retail park expansion recommended for refusal

Developers hit back after renewal of planning permission for retail park expansion recommended for refusal

17 March 2022

Developers wanting to renew planning permission to expand an out-of-town retail park have accused council officers of refusing to engage with them.


Officers recommend refusal of renewed planning permission for expansion at out-of-town retail park

15 March 2022
Officers recommend refusal of renewed planning permission for expansion at out-of-town retail park

Officers recommend refusal of renewed planning permission for expansion at out-of-town retail park

15 March 2022

Controversial plans for a major expansion at an out-of-town retail park in Inverness are being recommended for refusal by council officers.


War in Ukraine set to push Highland energy bills even higher

14 March 2022
War in Ukraine set to push Highland energy bills even higher

War in Ukraine set to push Highland energy bills even higher

14 March 2022

Households in the Highlands – where fuel poverty rates are among the worst in Scotland – could face higher energy bills due to the conflict in Ukraine


Members of Scots Guards Association step up efforts to revive branch

10 March 2022
Members of Scots Guards Association step up efforts to revive branch

Members of Scots Guards Association step up efforts to revive branch

10 March 2022

An invitation has been issued to Scots Guards amid efforts to reinvigorate its regimental association in the area.


Calendar of activities will mark 200th anniversary of Caledonian Canal

10 March 2022
Calendar of activities will mark 200th anniversary of Caledonian Canal

Calendar of activities will mark 200th anniversary of Caledonian Canal

10 March 2022

Events ranging from walking and running challenges to online experiences will mark the 200th anniversary of the opening of the Caledonian Canal.


Construction begins on pioneering £4.1m multi-purpose centre for young people with learning disabilities and complex needs

09 March 2022
Construction begins on pioneering £4.1m multi-purpose centre for young people with learning disabilities and complex needs

Construction begins on pioneering £4.1m multi-purpose centre for young people with learning disabilities and complex needs

09 March 2022

Construction has begun to develop Scotland’s first multi-purpose centre for young people with learning disabilities and complex needs.


Detectives investigating the murder of Nairn banker Alistair Wilson in 2004 travel to Canada to carry out witness interviews

05 March 2022
Detectives investigating the murder of Nairn banker Alistair Wilson in 2004 travel to Canada to carry out witness interviews

Detectives investigating the murder of Nairn banker Alistair Wilson in 2004 travel to Canada to carry out witness interviews

05 March 2022

Detectives investigating the murder of Alistair Wilson at his home in Nairn in 2004 travelled to Canada last week as part of their inquiries.


Scotland’s Census 2022 launches with a call for households to complete their return

28 February 2022
Scotland’s Census 2022 launches with a call for households to complete their return

Scotland’s Census 2022 launches with a call for households to complete their return

28 February 2022

Scotland’s Census 2022 launches today with a call for households across Scotland to complete their return.


Pandemic photography project reveals Highland resilience 'and what we're so lucky to have'

26 February 2022
Pandemic photography project reveals Highland resilience 'and what we're so lucky to have'

Pandemic photography project reveals Highland resilience 'and what we're so lucky to have'

26 February 2022

Encounters with people while out walking during the coronavirus pandemic have inspired a photographer and writer to put together an exhibition.


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