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Federica Stefani


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Federica Stefani is a reporter for the Inverness Courier, Ross-shire Journal and other Highland News and Media titles, mainly focusing on news from the Nairnshire area. With a background in foreign languages and international politics, she joined the company in 2019 after graduating in Multimedia Journalism at Glasgow Caledonian University and was temporarily part of the digital development team. She is also passionate about the food & drink scene, specializing in whisky writing

Federica Stefani

Care home takes part to charity art trail — with new tartan on show

17 April 2025
Care home takes part to charity art trail — with new tartan on show

Care home takes part to charity art trail — with new tartan on show

17 April 2025

A Nairnshire artist’s creativity is behind one of the statues included in a public art initiative in support of Highland Hospice.


Rare sighting of humpback whale near Inverness reported by marine wildlife watchers

16 April 2025
Rare sighting of humpback whale near Inverness reported by marine wildlife watchers

Rare sighting of humpback whale near Inverness reported by marine wildlife watchers

16 April 2025

Wildlife watchers were in for a treat yesterday as a humpback whale was spotted swimming in the waters of the Beauly Firth.


Black Isle-based tartan designer creates new range inspired by Loch Ness landmark

02 April 2025
Black Isle-based tartan designer creates new range inspired by Loch Ness landmark

Black Isle-based tartan designer creates new range inspired by Loch Ness landmark

02 April 2025

A Highland tartan mill based on the Black Isle and with a store in Inverness has designed a new bespoke tartan for a Loch Ness landmark.


Court process to investigate death of prisoner (48) in Inverness set to start

27 March 2025
Court process to investigate death of prisoner (48) in Inverness set to start

Court process to investigate death of prisoner (48) in Inverness set to start

27 March 2025

A court process is set to start as part of a Fatal Accident Inquiry (FAI) into the death of a man at Inverness prison, it has been announced.


Ross-shire distillery workers back strike action as Inver House slammed by union over pay offer

26 March 2025
Ross-shire distillery workers back strike action as Inver House slammed by union over pay offer

Ross-shire distillery workers back strike action as Inver House slammed by union over pay offer

26 March 2025

Whisky workers across several Highland distilleries have voted in favour of industrial action after pay negotiations with the parent company failed.


Body cams set to be rolled out to police in the Highlands in summer

26 March 2025
Body cams set to be rolled out to police in the Highlands in summer

Body cams set to be rolled out to police in the Highlands in summer

26 March 2025

Police Scotland’s national rollout of body-worn video equipment is set to be introduced in the Highlands this summer.


Teenager (19) arrested after speeding at 106mph on Highland road

25 March 2025
Teenager (19) arrested after speeding at 106mph on Highland road

Teenager (19) arrested after speeding at 106mph on Highland road

25 March 2025

A total of 56 drivers were charged with speeding offences last week in the North Highland region.


Highland mountain rescue community comes together in memory of ‘true legend’

25 March 2025
Highland mountain rescue community comes together in memory of ‘true legend’

Highland mountain rescue community comes together in memory of ‘true legend’

25 March 2025

Highland teams have joined Scotland’s mountain community in paying tribute to a mountain search and rescue veteran after he passed away last weekend.


Easter Ross loch set to host underwater excavation to unveil mysteries of medieval island dwelling

24 March 2025
Easter Ross loch set to host underwater excavation to unveil mysteries of medieval island dwelling

Easter Ross loch set to host underwater excavation to unveil mysteries of medieval island dwelling

24 March 2025

An underwater excavation at an Easter Ross loch aims to fill gaps in a “critically important part of Scotland’s settlement history”.


OPINION: Learning during furlough was a way out of a dark place

22 March 2025
OPINION: Learning during furlough was a way out of a dark place

OPINION: Learning during furlough was a way out of a dark place

22 March 2025

Federica Stefani shares her story of being a furloughed reporter during lockdown.


Inverness flights to Heathrow cancelled as power cut hits the London airport

21 March 2025
Inverness flights to Heathrow cancelled as power cut hits the London airport

Inverness flights to Heathrow cancelled as power cut hits the London airport

21 March 2025

Flights between Inverness and Heathrow have been cancelled this morning following a power outage at the London Airport.


Nessie to be celebrated in new stamp set

20 March 2025
Nessie to be celebrated in new stamp set

Nessie to be celebrated in new stamp set

20 March 2025

The Loch Ness monster will be featured in a new limited set of stamps created by Royal Mail celebrating myths and legends.


Wildfire risk rated “very high” to “extreme” across the Highlands and Moray

20 March 2025
Wildfire risk rated “very high” to “extreme” across the Highlands and Moray

Wildfire risk rated “very high” to “extreme” across the Highlands and Moray

20 March 2025

Firefighters warned that areas of the Highlands will experience a very high risk of wildfires tomorrow with some areas deemed at extreme risk.


End of an era for Black Isle cafe as it closes after sale falls through

20 March 2025
End of an era for Black Isle cafe as it closes after sale falls through

End of an era for Black Isle cafe as it closes after sale falls through

20 March 2025

A popular seafront cafe on the Black Isle is set to close doors at the end of March, after attempts to sell the business fell through.


New RBS city centre branch now open for business

19 March 2025
New RBS city centre branch now open for business

New RBS city centre branch now open for business

19 March 2025

Royal Bank of Scotland has opened its new Inverness branch on Falcon Square this week.


Avian flu outbreak south of Inverness confirmed - with protection zone now in effect

19 March 2025
Avian flu outbreak south of Inverness confirmed - with protection zone now in effect

Avian flu outbreak south of Inverness confirmed - with protection zone now in effect

19 March 2025

Avian flu has been found in premises south of Inverness, the Scottish Government has confirmed, with restrictions now in effect within the area.


Were you there? More pictures from Highland Heroes 2025 Awards night

19 March 2025
Were you there? More pictures from Highland Heroes 2025 Awards night

Were you there? More pictures from Highland Heroes 2025 Awards night

19 March 2025

It was an emotional evening as communities from across the Highlands gathered in Inverness to celebrate their unsung heroes.


‘This is for all parents and carers like me’ - proud dad is named Carer of the Year

16 March 2025
‘This is for all parents and carers like me’ - proud dad is named Carer of the Year

‘This is for all parents and carers like me’ - proud dad is named Carer of the Year

16 March 2025

It was an emotional night for an Inverness-based dad who was named Carer of the Year at Friday’s Highland Heroes Awards 2025.


‘We do it for the rewarding feeling you get’ - selfless Inverness volunteer recognised at awards night

16 March 2025
‘We do it for the rewarding feeling you get’ - selfless Inverness volunteer recognised at awards night

‘We do it for the rewarding feeling you get’ - selfless Inverness volunteer recognised at awards night

16 March 2025

An Inverness teenager was named Volunteer of the year at Friday’s Highland Heroes Awards.


WATCH: ‘My mantra is to be who you needed when you were younger’ - says Culloden Academy teacher after winning ‘special’ award

15 March 2025
WATCH: ‘My mantra is to be who you needed when you were younger’ - says Culloden Academy teacher after winning ‘special’ award

WATCH: ‘My mantra is to be who you needed when you were younger’ - says Culloden Academy teacher after winning ‘special’ award

15 March 2025

A Culloden Academy teacher said it was “terryfing and special” to be named Secondary Teacher of the year at last night’s Highland Heroes awards.


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