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‘We’ve decided to sell up and cash in’ - Inverness mum-of-three set to become multi-millionaire thanks to prize bungalow

‘We’ve decided to sell up and cash in’ - Inverness mum-of-three set to become multi-millionaire thanks to prize bungalow

‘We’ve decided to sell up and cash in’ - Inverness mum-of-three set to become multi-millionaire thanks to prize bungalow

18 December 2024

It has been listed online for just under £3 million - which will be a significant return on the £10 she spent entering the Omaze competition.


Ullapool’s Christmas Tree Festival has returned with over 40 quirky creations

Ullapool’s Christmas Tree Festival has returned with over 40 quirky creations

Ullapool’s Christmas Tree Festival has returned with over 40 quirky creations

15 December 2024

Hosted by the Lochbroom and Ullapool Church of Scotland on Mill Street, the event sees entries of extremely creative trees.


Wallace & Gromit’s new movie boasts strong Highland connection

Wallace & Gromit’s new movie boasts strong Highland connection

Wallace & Gromit’s new movie boasts strong Highland connection

12 December 2024

Stop motion animation legends Wallace & Gromit’s latest on-screen antics will have an Inverness connection - thanks to Highland composer Lorne Balfe.


The countdown is on to the biggest 2025 Hogmanay party in the Highlands

The countdown is on to the biggest 2025 Hogmanay party in the Highlands

The countdown is on to the biggest 2025 Hogmanay party in the Highlands

11 December 2024

The Red Hot Chilli Pipers will be headlining great night of entertainment at the Macdonald Aviemore Resort


Family’s dazzling 17,000-bulb Christmas display delights town

Family’s dazzling 17,000-bulb Christmas display delights town

Family’s dazzling 17,000-bulb Christmas display delights town

09 December 2024

‘With even more lights than last year I'm avoiding looking at the Smart meter this month.’


Jack and the Beanstalk at Eden Court rated as mega run begins

Jack and the Beanstalk at Eden Court rated as mega run begins

Jack and the Beanstalk at Eden Court rated as mega run begins

07 December 2024

So, is the show worth seeing? Here’s our verdict. Let us know what you think.


Hollywood star helps launch Easter Ross community cinema

Hollywood star helps launch Easter Ross community cinema

Hollywood star helps launch Easter Ross community cinema

28 November 2024

The star is no stranger to the area and has been filming a popular show nearby.


Far North Line’s 150-year history to be celebrated at special exhibition in Inverness

Far North Line’s 150-year history to be celebrated at special exhibition in Inverness

Far North Line’s 150-year history to be celebrated at special exhibition in Inverness

26 November 2024

The exhibition, which features a treasure trove of photos of the line from times gone by, was a big success when it was previously held in Thurso.


Brandon’s version of Lonely This Christmas set to be a festive favourite

Brandon’s version of Lonely This Christmas set to be a festive favourite

Brandon’s version of Lonely This Christmas set to be a festive favourite

25 November 2024

Brandon McPhee has begun the countdown to the festive season by releasing his arrangement of a classic UK Christmas number one from 50 years ago.


‘We will miss him greatly but remember him fondly’ - sudden death prompts love and tributes for Highland News and Media journalist Neil MacPhail

‘We will miss him greatly but remember him fondly’ - sudden death prompts love and tributes for Highland News and Media journalist Neil MacPhail

‘We will miss him greatly but remember him fondly’ - sudden death prompts love and tributes for Highland News and Media journalist Neil MacPhail

22 November 2024

His engaging wit and infectious giggle endeared him to everyone, but it was his talent as a scribe which was most impressive..


Scottish Opera’s highlights tour comes to Durness in March 2025

Scottish Opera’s highlights tour comes to Durness in March 2025

Scottish Opera’s highlights tour comes to Durness in March 2025

09 November 2024

Tickets are now on sale for the playful new production of Scottish Opera’s Opera Highlights, which comes to Durness Village Hall in March next year.


Does this United States city get your holiday wish list vote as election fever peaks?

Does this United States city get your holiday wish list vote as election fever peaks?

Does this United States city get your holiday wish list vote as election fever peaks?

05 November 2024

US election coverage has been impossible to avoid. Politics aside, is the city that’s home to the White House worth a visit?


‘We deal with some pretty terrified people’: Paranormal investigators relive ghostly encounters

‘We deal with some pretty terrified people’: Paranormal investigators relive ghostly encounters

‘We deal with some pretty terrified people’: Paranormal investigators relive ghostly encounters

30 October 2024

Highland Paranormal, which have just celebrated their 14th anniversary, have been sharing some of their ghostly encounters with the great beyond.


WATCH: A first for Badenoch’s Highland Wildlife Park

WATCH: A first for Badenoch’s Highland Wildlife Park

WATCH: A first for Badenoch’s Highland Wildlife Park

29 October 2024

Excitement at RZSS in Badenoch as it welcomes first vicuna to be born on the reserve


Tom and Luke Stoltman set for Scottish Ploughing Championships at Newmore Farm

Tom and Luke Stoltman set for Scottish Ploughing Championships at Newmore Farm

Tom and Luke Stoltman set for Scottish Ploughing Championships at Newmore Farm

24 October 2024

From the spectacle of horse-drawn ploughing to the modern-day satellite-linked marvels of today, the contest at Newmore Farm is set to be a big draw.


SNP Government announces changes to attendance allowance for elderly

SNP Government announces changes to attendance allowance for elderly

SNP Government announces changes to attendance allowance for elderly

21 October 2024

A new benefit will be replacing attendance allowance for state pension age Caithness residents living with disabilities or long-term health issues.


Photographer says she ‘got lucky’ with shots of great white egret at Watten

Photographer says she ‘got lucky’ with shots of great white egret at Watten

Photographer says she ‘got lucky’ with shots of great white egret at Watten

21 October 2024

Photographer Mel Roger said she was delighted to capture images of a great white egret at Loch Watten during a break in the stormy weather on Sunday.


East Sutherland Athletics Club athletes achieve podium places in competition

East Sutherland Athletics Club athletes achieve podium places in competition

East Sutherland Athletics Club athletes achieve podium places in competition

17 October 2024

Impressive performances from athletes.


PICTURES: Newly unveiled Paddington bench is ‘brilliant for John O’Groats’

PICTURES: Newly unveiled Paddington bench is ‘brilliant for John O’Groats’

PICTURES: Newly unveiled Paddington bench is ‘brilliant for John O’Groats’

09 October 2024

A little bear made a big impact at John O’Groats on Tuesday when a bench was unveiled to celebrate the latest Paddington movie.


‘Heartless and cruel’ – Kittens dumped in a cardboard box at field near Wick

‘Heartless and cruel’ – Kittens dumped in a cardboard box at field near Wick

‘Heartless and cruel’ – Kittens dumped in a cardboard box at field near Wick

06 October 2024

Local residents were in uproar over a Facebook post highlighting the plight of kittens dumped in a box at a field just outside Wick.


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