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Hollywood hero Russell Crowe makes plea to Highland music fans as he prepares for summer gig in Inverness

Hollywood hero Russell Crowe makes plea to Highland music fans as he prepares for summer gig in Inverness

Hollywood hero Russell Crowe makes plea to Highland music fans as he prepares for summer gig in Inverness

10 May 2024

Hollywood star Russell Crowe has made a plea to Highland music fans to snap up the last few remaining tickets for his band’s date in Inverness.


Could this be Scotland’s Home of the Year?

Could this be Scotland’s Home of the Year?

Could this be Scotland’s Home of the Year?

09 May 2024

Earth House in Inverness-shire is in running for the title in popular BBC TV series


FROM THE ARCHIVE: Early days of computing in the Highlands

FROM THE ARCHIVE: Early days of computing in the Highlands

FROM THE ARCHIVE: Early days of computing in the Highlands

05 May 2024

Material in the Highland Archive Centre offers a fascinating insight in the very early days of computing in the region in the 1960s.


Kyle records hottest temperature in Scotland for 2024 so far

Kyle records hottest temperature in Scotland for 2024 so far

Kyle records hottest temperature in Scotland for 2024 so far

03 May 2024

Kyle has recorded the highest temperature in Scotland for 2024 so far, with 22.1 °C.


Schoolboy finds Tennent’s can almost as old as his mum on Highland beach

Schoolboy finds Tennent’s can almost as old as his mum on Highland beach

Schoolboy finds Tennent’s can almost as old as his mum on Highland beach

03 May 2024

The 49-year-old can featuring one of the ‘Lager Lovelies’ will be kept as a souvenir.


Dingwall start and public invite for Highland Historic Commercial Vehicle Road Run

Dingwall start and public invite for Highland Historic Commercial Vehicle Road Run

Dingwall start and public invite for Highland Historic Commercial Vehicle Road Run

01 May 2024

The public are invited to watch the start of what promises to be a head-turning procession between Dingwall and Thurso. Here’s the plan…


Which Ross County players will be out of contract this summer?

Which Ross County players will be out of contract this summer?

Which Ross County players will be out of contract this summer?

01 May 2024

Though business is still to be done on the pitch this season, some thoughts in Dingwall may be turning to the futures of these out of contract stars.


Behind The Lens: The legacy of a Highland news photographer

Behind The Lens: The legacy of a Highland news photographer

Behind The Lens: The legacy of a Highland news photographer

29 April 2024

November 2016: The glass viewing canopy is hoisted into place on the North Tower at Inverness Castle giving 360 degree views of the city.


Loch Ness and the Cairngorms among top 5 most Instagrammable spots in Scotland

Loch Ness and the Cairngorms among top 5 most Instagrammable spots in Scotland

Loch Ness and the Cairngorms among top 5 most Instagrammable spots in Scotland

24 April 2024

Two Highland scenic locations were listed among the most Instagrammable tourist destination in the country according to a new survey.


Invergordon man writes song about strongman Stoltman brothers - and it’s a heavy metal epic!

Invergordon man writes song about strongman Stoltman brothers - and it’s a heavy metal epic!

Invergordon man writes song about strongman Stoltman brothers - and it’s a heavy metal epic!

23 April 2024

What would Eurovision make of this banger inspired by Invergordon strongman brothers Tom and Luke Stoltman?


Behind The Lens: The legacy of a Highland news photographer

Behind The Lens: The legacy of a Highland news photographer

Behind The Lens: The legacy of a Highland news photographer

22 April 2024

March 2019: Demolition of the fire-ravaged Eastgate Hostel in Inverness begins following a long-running campaign by the Inverness Courier.


Ullapool to see BEAR Scotland remove mystery gorilla sign

Ullapool to see BEAR Scotland remove mystery gorilla sign

Ullapool to see BEAR Scotland remove mystery gorilla sign

18 April 2024

NC500 gorilla road sign in Ullapool is set to be taken down by BEAR Scotland as a “non-prescribed sign”.


Tourist claims first Nessie sighting of 2024 as monster “ducks” above waves near Urquhart Castle

Tourist claims first Nessie sighting of 2024 as monster “ducks” above waves near Urquhart Castle

Tourist claims first Nessie sighting of 2024 as monster “ducks” above waves near Urquhart Castle

18 April 2024

It wouldn’t be like Nessie to duck out of an early season photo opportunity.


PICTURES: Muir of Ord Strictly Inverness contestant throws dance party for good cause

PICTURES: Muir of Ord Strictly Inverness contestant throws dance party for good cause

PICTURES: Muir of Ord Strictly Inverness contestant throws dance party for good cause

17 April 2024

A fundraiser organised by a Muir of Ord resident raised £2500 for charity on Saturday.


NC500 hotspot village of Ullapool sees new ‘gorilla’ road sign

NC500 hotspot village of Ullapool sees new ‘gorilla’ road sign

NC500 hotspot village of Ullapool sees new ‘gorilla’ road sign

17 April 2024

NC500 hotspot village of Ullapool has seen a new sign pop-up for a rather exotic animal.


How does Don Cowie compare to Ross County predecessors?

How does Don Cowie compare to Ross County predecessors?

How does Don Cowie compare to Ross County predecessors?

17 April 2024

It has been an usual season for the Staggies with three different managers at the helm this season – but who comes out on top amongst them?


A look back at Ross County’s split record

A look back at Ross County’s split record

A look back at Ross County’s split record

16 April 2024

The Staggies’ split fixtures have been confirmed for the 2023/24 campaign, but how have they fared over the years at the end of the season?


MOTORS: Spy in cab safety feature on Hyundai Kona may be hazardous

MOTORS: Spy in cab safety feature on Hyundai Kona may be hazardous

MOTORS: Spy in cab safety feature on Hyundai Kona may be hazardous

14 April 2024

The gear selector is on a stalk behind the steering wheel and brings a new take to the old idea of column shift, says our columnist.


What to expect from Ross County’s post-split fixtures

What to expect from Ross County’s post-split fixtures

What to expect from Ross County’s post-split fixtures

12 April 2024

The Staggies play their final match before the Premiership split this weekend, but what will their run-in look like?


MOTORS: Tardis-like proportions make Toyota Corolla a wee cracker

MOTORS: Tardis-like proportions make Toyota Corolla a wee cracker

MOTORS: Tardis-like proportions make Toyota Corolla a wee cracker

07 April 2024

Toyotas are renowned for their sturdiness and reliability, says our columnist.


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