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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

Castle Street Energy Centre begins to take shape in Inverness

13 May 2024
Castle Street Energy Centre begins to take shape in Inverness

Castle Street Energy Centre begins to take shape in Inverness

13 May 2024

A new sustainable Energy Centre is now taking shape on site on Castle Street, in Inverness.


49-year-old man arrested and charged in connection with an assault in Inverness

13 May 2024
49-year-old man arrested and charged in connection with an assault in Inverness

49-year-old man arrested and charged in connection with an assault in Inverness

13 May 2024

The incident took place on Saturday night at Tomnahurich Street.


Closure of Kessock Bridge early this morning due to concern for a person

13 May 2024
Closure of Kessock Bridge early this morning due to concern for a person

Closure of Kessock Bridge early this morning due to concern for a person

13 May 2024

Police Scotland has said the Kessock Bridge was closed in the early hours of this morning due to concern for a person.


Highland Business Women Awards open for entries

11 May 2024
Highland Business Women Awards open for entries

Highland Business Women Awards open for entries

11 May 2024

It’s almost that time of year again as the Highland Business Women Awards are making a return.


New Inverness barbershop giving out free donuts

03 May 2024
New Inverness barbershop giving out free donuts

New Inverness barbershop giving out free donuts

03 May 2024

A new Inverness barbershop has officially opened its doors.


Inverness opticians celebrates 25 years providing healthcare services on the High Street

01 May 2024
Inverness opticians celebrates 25 years providing healthcare services on the High Street

Inverness opticians celebrates 25 years providing healthcare services on the High Street

01 May 2024

A local opticians has celebrated 25 years providing vital healthcare services on Inverness High Street.


Jobs forecast for green freeport appears to have dropped

01 May 2024
Jobs forecast for green freeport appears to have dropped

Jobs forecast for green freeport appears to have dropped

01 May 2024

A UK government report shows the number of jobs produced by the Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport could be less than forecast.


Owner pays tribute to parents as establishment crowned Scotland’s best three star hotel

01 May 2024
Owner pays tribute to parents as establishment crowned Scotland’s best three star hotel

Owner pays tribute to parents as establishment crowned Scotland’s best three star hotel

01 May 2024

The owner of a family-run Highland hotel has paid tribute to his parents after receiving the accolade of Scotland’s best three-star hotel.


Highland Council to mothball Daviot Primary School

01 May 2024
Highland Council to mothball Daviot Primary School

Highland Council to mothball Daviot Primary School

01 May 2024

Highland Council has decided to mothball Daviot Primary School from August.


Inverness Festival of Walking and Wheeling set to return later this month

01 May 2024
Inverness Festival of Walking and Wheeling set to return later this month

Inverness Festival of Walking and Wheeling set to return later this month

01 May 2024

The Inverness Festival of Walking and Wheeling is returning to the city for a second year this month.


Skipinnish announce acoustic session at the Eastgate Shopping Centre

01 May 2024
Skipinnish announce acoustic session at the Eastgate Shopping Centre

Skipinnish announce acoustic session at the Eastgate Shopping Centre

01 May 2024

LCC Live and popular band Skipinnish have announced a special, up close and personal acoustic session at the Eastgate Shopping Centre, Inverness.


£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

30 April 2024
£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

30 April 2024

The annual salaries for newly appointed Highland Council assistant chief executives has been revealed - each earning £124,787.


Committee grants planning permission in principle for redevelopment Charleston Academy and Kinmylies Primary School site

30 April 2024
Committee grants planning permission in principle for redevelopment Charleston Academy and Kinmylies Primary School site

Committee grants planning permission in principle for redevelopment Charleston Academy and Kinmylies Primary School site

30 April 2024

A council committee has granted planning permission in principle for a redevelopment of the Charleston Academy and Kinmylies Primary School site.


Audience will act as jury in immersive drama set to take place at Inverness Town House

29 April 2024
Audience will act as jury in immersive drama set to take place at Inverness Town House

Audience will act as jury in immersive drama set to take place at Inverness Town House

29 April 2024

An interactive play is set to take place at Inverness Town House, focusing on the topic of assisted dying.


Inverness business owner shares emotional statement as she makes changes to popular takeaway

29 April 2024
Inverness business owner shares emotional statement as she makes changes to popular takeaway

Inverness business owner shares emotional statement as she makes changes to popular takeaway

29 April 2024

An Inverness caterer has decided to make some changes to her business to ensure that it continues for years to come.


Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

29 April 2024
Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

29 April 2024

Plans for a new mode of transport in the Highlands has taken another step forward.


Inverness Royal Academy pupils win £3000 grant for Maggie’s Highland

29 April 2024
Inverness Royal Academy pupils win £3000 grant for Maggie’s Highland

Inverness Royal Academy pupils win £3000 grant for Maggie’s Highland

29 April 2024

Pupils from Inverness Royal Academy have handed over a £3000 cheque to Maggie’s Highland.


Over 80 Highlanders contribute to art project for Palestinians that is being displayed in Venice

27 April 2024
Over 80 Highlanders contribute to art project for Palestinians that is being displayed in Venice

Over 80 Highlanders contribute to art project for Palestinians that is being displayed in Venice

27 April 2024

A Highland art project is among various works featured in an exhibition in Venice dedicated to Palestinians.


The Apprentice Store recognises increased social impact in the Highlands

27 April 2024
The Apprentice Store recognises increased social impact in the Highlands

The Apprentice Store recognises increased social impact in the Highlands

27 April 2024

The Apprentice Store is celebrating increased social impact in the Highlands thanks to a record year of support from its clients all over the UK.


Concerns as Tomahurich Bridge set to close for repairs amidst Torvean Swing Bridge troubles

26 April 2024
Concerns as Tomahurich Bridge set to close for repairs amidst Torvean Swing Bridge troubles

Concerns as Tomahurich Bridge set to close for repairs amidst Torvean Swing Bridge troubles

26 April 2024

Concerns have been raised after it was revealed that one of the two swing bridges over the Caledonian Canal is to close for three weeks next month.


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