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Drew Hendry: Time to change course on car insurance increases

Drew Hendry: Time to change course on car insurance increases

Drew Hendry: Time to change course on car insurance increases

14 May 2024

Every aspect of our lives has become more expensive, and car insurance seems no different. Research shows car insurance costs in the UK have doubled


Nairn BID: Lobbying works to improve Nairn streets

Nairn BID: Lobbying works to improve Nairn streets

Nairn BID: Lobbying works to improve Nairn streets

14 May 2024

Lobbying on behalf of members is a huge part of any Business Improvement District’s job.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS­­: Bluebells and smells on Loch Ness woodland circuit

ACTIVE OUTDOORS­­: Bluebells and smells on Loch Ness woodland circuit

ACTIVE OUTDOORS­­: Bluebells and smells on Loch Ness woodland circuit

13 May 2024

John Davidson enjoys a gentle run around the woods at Dores and discovers it’s the perfect time for these wonderful spring flowers


MOTORS: Is Isuzu D-Max a sensible company vehicle option?

MOTORS: Is Isuzu D-Max a sensible company vehicle option?

MOTORS: Is Isuzu D-Max a sensible company vehicle option?

12 May 2024

It is an incredibly reliable workhorse which takes the worst of the weather and challenging terrain in its stride, says our columnist.


YOUR VIEWS: Highland help for Palestinians and recalling favourite Inverness restaurants of years gone by

YOUR VIEWS: Highland help for Palestinians and recalling favourite Inverness restaurants of years gone by

YOUR VIEWS: Highland help for Palestinians and recalling favourite Inverness restaurants of years gone by

12 May 2024

What has been exercising our readers this week.


CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Did faith have a role in creation of Inverness’s Haven Centre?

CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Did faith have a role in creation of Inverness’s Haven Centre?

CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Did faith have a role in creation of Inverness’s Haven Centre?

12 May 2024

Journey to the Haven is a celebration of a huge achievement, and a massive ‘thank you’ to everyone who supported it, says our columnist.


Health Matters: Simple steps against ticks can reduce the risk of Lyme disease

Health Matters: Simple steps against ticks can reduce the risk of Lyme disease

Health Matters: Simple steps against ticks can reduce the risk of Lyme disease

11 May 2024

Getting out and enjoying nature is a great way to improve health and as the days get longer it’s easier to exercise or experience the natural world.


Strictly Inverness 2024 diary: Best of luck to all our fabulous finalists

Strictly Inverness 2024 diary: Best of luck to all our fabulous finalists

Strictly Inverness 2024 diary: Best of luck to all our fabulous finalists

11 May 2024

Strictly Inverness has been an incredible experience filled with emotion and self-discovery.


Business Comment: Questions still to be answered on Academy Street Inverness plans

Business Comment: Questions still to be answered on Academy Street Inverness plans

Business Comment: Questions still to be answered on Academy Street Inverness plans

10 May 2024

The fact that Academy Street needs intervention and improvement is not in dispute.


Charlie Christie: Hamilton Academical teach a lesson in promoting academy players.

Charlie Christie: Hamilton Academical teach a lesson in promoting academy players.

Charlie Christie: Hamilton Academical teach a lesson in promoting academy players.

10 May 2024

League One outfit should take pride in giving their own youth players chance.


Colin Campbell: Drew Hendry faces a real battle to hold on as Highland MP this time

Colin Campbell: Drew Hendry faces a real battle to hold on as Highland MP this time

Colin Campbell: Drew Hendry faces a real battle to hold on as Highland MP this time

09 May 2024

The departure of Humza Yousaf was all but welcomed by Inverness MSP Fergus Ewing and I doubt MP Drew Hendry needed to wipe away the tears either.


NICKY MARR: Is there a cure for an empty nest?

NICKY MARR: Is there a cure for an empty nest?

NICKY MARR: Is there a cure for an empty nest?

08 May 2024

Moving onto new pastures


Edward Mountain: John Swinney’s appointment is not good news for the Highlands

Edward Mountain: John Swinney’s appointment is not good news for the Highlands

Edward Mountain: John Swinney’s appointment is not good news for the Highlands

07 May 2024

Every new First Minister says words to the effect that they intend to govern for the whole of Scotland.


YOUR VIEWS: ‘MSPs let us down in SSEN debate’

YOUR VIEWS: ‘MSPs let us down in SSEN debate’

YOUR VIEWS: ‘MSPs let us down in SSEN debate’

07 May 2024

A reader hits out over the political response to SSEN pylons plans for the Highlands.


FERGUS EWING: Lack of info on A96 dualling is not good enough

FERGUS EWING: Lack of info on A96 dualling is not good enough

FERGUS EWING: Lack of info on A96 dualling is not good enough

07 May 2024

SNP leadership, end of the power-sharing agreement with the Greens and wood-burning stoves are among the hot topics for our MSP.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A new bridge in Glen Affric proves popular with walkers

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A new bridge in Glen Affric proves popular with walkers

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: A new bridge in Glen Affric proves popular with walkers

06 May 2024

Path upgrades and a new bridge have improved a popular walking route in the Highlands’ most beautiful glen. John Davidson went to take a look


MOTORS: Citroen C5 Aircross exudes quiet sophistication

MOTORS: Citroen C5 Aircross exudes quiet sophistication

MOTORS: Citroen C5 Aircross exudes quiet sophistication

05 May 2024

It’s all about efficiency, getting the most from the three-cylinder engine while keeping down emissions, says our columnist.


YOUR VIEWS: Greens out of the Scottish Government, Home Bargains plans for Inverness and Highland Council’s £2 billion investment aim

YOUR VIEWS: Greens out of the Scottish Government, Home Bargains plans for Inverness and Highland Council’s £2 billion investment aim

YOUR VIEWS: Greens out of the Scottish Government, Home Bargains plans for Inverness and Highland Council’s £2 billion investment aim

05 May 2024

Readers respond on a number of different issues and stories from recent days.


CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Inverness minister says ‘coincidences’ mysteriously occur when he’s praying for something

CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Inverness minister says ‘coincidences’ mysteriously occur when he’s praying for something

CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Inverness minister says ‘coincidences’ mysteriously occur when he’s praying for something

05 May 2024

‘Under the radar’ Duncan MacPherson moves among the people of Hilton reflecting God’s compassionate love, says our columnist.


Strictly Inverness 2024 diary: It’s showtime!

Strictly Inverness 2024 diary: It’s showtime!

Strictly Inverness 2024 diary: It’s showtime!

04 May 2024

The annual charity dance contest gets under way on Wednesday, with the final being held next Saturday.


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