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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.


WATCH: ‘Disability benefits do not mean out-of-work benefits’ says Highland MSP

12 March 2025
WATCH: ‘Disability benefits do not mean out-of-work benefits’ says Highland MSP

WATCH: ‘Disability benefits do not mean out-of-work benefits’ says Highland MSP

12 March 2025

A Highland MSP condemned the “dangerous” rhetoric around disability payments during a Holyrood debate on planned UK welfare cuts.


Kyle RNLI lifeboat called to assist cargo vessel near Isle of Skye

10 March 2025
Kyle RNLI lifeboat called to assist cargo vessel near Isle of Skye

Kyle RNLI lifeboat called to assist cargo vessel near Isle of Skye

10 March 2025

A lifeboat crew in Wester Ross was called out in the early hours of this morning to rescue a cargo vessel which had run aground.


U-turn on single malt whisky definition welcomed by Highland MPs

06 March 2025
U-turn on single malt whisky definition welcomed by Highland MPs

U-turn on single malt whisky definition welcomed by Highland MPs

06 March 2025

Highland MPs have welcomed a decision not to change the definition of English single malt whisky after a heated debate on its impact on Scotch.


Lakeland announces opening of new branch at Highland garden centre in March

05 March 2025
Lakeland announces opening of new branch at Highland garden centre in March

Lakeland announces opening of new branch at Highland garden centre in March

05 March 2025

A well-known kitchenware chain is set to open a new branch in the Highlands after closing its city store last month.


More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

04 March 2025
More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

04 March 2025

Economic uncertainty and rising costs are among the main challenges faced by businesses in the Highlands, according to a recent survey.


‘I honestly can’t wait to do it all again’ - first-ever blood donation was great experience for reporter

04 March 2025
‘I honestly can’t wait to do it all again’ - first-ever blood donation was great experience for reporter

‘I honestly can’t wait to do it all again’ - first-ever blood donation was great experience for reporter

04 March 2025

Highland reporter Federica Stefani tells of her first experience donating blood.


WATCH: UK Government is ‘pulling the rug from Scotland’s whisky sector’ - says Highland and Moray MP

26 February 2025
WATCH: UK Government is ‘pulling the rug from Scotland’s whisky sector’ - says Highland and Moray MP

WATCH: UK Government is ‘pulling the rug from Scotland’s whisky sector’ - says Highland and Moray MP

26 February 2025

Highland and Moray MPs are urging Westminster to scrap plans to grant GI status to English whisky as they fear it will hit Scotch whisky’s reputation.


‘Significant quantity’ of illicit tobacco seized from Highland retailer

26 February 2025
‘Significant quantity’ of illicit tobacco seized from Highland retailer

‘Significant quantity’ of illicit tobacco seized from Highland retailer

26 February 2025

Trading standards have seized a significant quantity of illicit tobacco products from a retailer in the Highlands, the local authority has announced.


‘Total shambles’ - ticketing issue for Inverness venue sparks anger and frustration among Bryan Adams’ fans

26 February 2025
‘Total shambles’ - ticketing issue for Inverness venue sparks anger and frustration among Bryan Adams’ fans

‘Total shambles’ - ticketing issue for Inverness venue sparks anger and frustration among Bryan Adams’ fans

26 February 2025

Bryan Adams’ fans were left disappointed after a ticketing website glitch caused many to miss out on seats for his upcoming Inverness concert.


‘The behaviour of some politicians has left me cold’ - Highland MSP stands down for 2026 elections

26 February 2025
‘The behaviour of some politicians has left me cold’ - Highland MSP stands down for 2026 elections

‘The behaviour of some politicians has left me cold’ - Highland MSP stands down for 2026 elections

26 February 2025

A Highland MSP has announced he will not be standing for re-election, saying that party political disputes are “holding Scotland back”.


Strong winds set to cause disruption on trains between Inverness, Glasgow and Edinburgh

23 February 2025
Strong winds set to cause disruption on trains between Inverness, Glasgow and Edinburgh

Strong winds set to cause disruption on trains between Inverness, Glasgow and Edinburgh

23 February 2025

Train services between Inverness and Aberdeen have been cancelled due to a tree blocking the line.


Raigmore Hospital’s hot water supply found at ‘potential risk of contamination’

21 February 2025
Raigmore Hospital’s hot water supply found at ‘potential risk of contamination’

Raigmore Hospital’s hot water supply found at ‘potential risk of contamination’

21 February 2025

NHS Highland shared that there has been “potential risk of contamination” to the hot water supply in the tower block of Raigmore Hospital.


Mountain rescue teams save walker in danger at popular Ross-shire ridgewalk

20 February 2025
Mountain rescue teams save walker in danger at popular Ross-shire ridgewalk

Mountain rescue teams save walker in danger at popular Ross-shire ridgewalk

20 February 2025

A Highland mountain team was out for a rescue mission earlier today after a person was reported missing on a popular Ross-shire ridgewalk.


Fèis Rois awarded £181,000 funding from SSEN community benefit fund

12 February 2025
 Fèis Rois awarded £181,000 funding from SSEN community benefit fund

Fèis Rois awarded £181,000 funding from SSEN community benefit fund

12 February 2025

A Ross-shire charity promoting traditional music and Gaelic language was awarded more than £180,000 from an energy company’s new benefit fund.


Dingwall bike theft sparks police appeal

05 February 2025
Dingwall bike theft sparks police appeal

Dingwall bike theft sparks police appeal

05 February 2025

Police officers in Dingwall are appealing for information after a bike was stolen yesterday from outside the leisure centre.


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