Inspire me

Mr Kent has travelled to war and disaster zones in order to lend his medical expertise to those in need.

The annual celebration of unsung heroes of our community was organised by Highland News and Media.

The owners of Dunnet Bay Distillers, ensure that their customers can join them on their earth-loving journey by making recycling as easy as possible.

More than a dozen individuals and groups were honoured at the annual Highland Heroes awards.

Young people often make a quiet contribution to their communities and an award is aiming to highlight the good work and deeds of local youngsters.

Highland and Islands Blood Bikes, Befrienders Highland and James Support Group to benefit.

A HIGHLAND charity couriering vital medical supplies across the region was named Charitable Organisation of the Year at the Highland Heroes.

Louise Borland scooped carer of the year for her work with a young boy she calls her best friend.

Ronnie Mitchell's accolade for helping people with disabilities enjoy the challenging game of golf was warmly cheered from around the room.

The team regularly come to the aid of those in need with their everyday heroics and bravery in the face of grave danger.

AN Inverness primary school has been named School of the Year at the Highland Heroes 2023 ceremony on Friday.

More than 300 people were in attendance to celebrate unsung heroes of our region's communities last night.

Grace got the evening off to a touching start when she asked that the other nominees be invited up to the stage with her.

Muirtown Primary School teacher Beth Fuller has been named Primary Teacher of the Year at the 2023 Highland Heroes event.

Computer science teacher Chris Aitken praised his fellow teachers while picking up the award.

Olivia says she gets so much in return from volunteering that she's unlikely to ever look back.

Suzy Reid is the community champion at this year's Highland Heroes. Read more about her story, here.

Chloe Tuach won the fundraiser of the year category at Highland Heroes. Read more about her story, here.

Kornelia Porozynska's boundless enthusiasm and compassion touched judges of the Primary School Pupil of the Year category.

Andy Kent OBE who works at Raigmore Hospital when he's not helping in war zones and disaster zones took the top award at the glittering event.