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Andy Dixon has been content editor for the Inverness Courier, Ross-shire Journal, Strathspey and Badenoch Herald, Highland News and North Star since November 2016. He joined the company in June 2006 and has covered community news, politics, court, sport, entertainment and business in various roles over the years.

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Son deliberately ‘put the life’ of his mother ‘in danger’

10 October 2024
Son deliberately ‘put the life’ of his mother ‘in danger’

Son deliberately ‘put the life’ of his mother ‘in danger’

10 October 2024

Police Scotland release image of Bruce Davis who was found guilty today.


Vandalism deterrents put in place at trouble-hit Inverness cemetery

09 October 2024
Vandalism deterrents put in place at trouble-hit Inverness cemetery

Vandalism deterrents put in place at trouble-hit Inverness cemetery

09 October 2024

The local authority has now erected signage stating CCTV is in operation.


Police close Inverness city centre road

08 October 2024
Police close Inverness city centre road

Police close Inverness city centre road

08 October 2024

Union Street has been cordoned off with vehicles not able to enter the area.


New sculpture signifies ‘bond of friendship’ with Inverness’s sister city in America

07 October 2024
New sculpture signifies ‘bond of friendship’ with Inverness’s sister city in America

New sculpture signifies ‘bond of friendship’ with Inverness’s sister city in America

07 October 2024

The artwork two years to complete and strengthens links between Highland capital and Florida city.


PICTURES: Pride and joy on show at UHI Inverness graduation

04 October 2024
PICTURES: Pride and joy on show at UHI Inverness graduation

PICTURES: Pride and joy on show at UHI Inverness graduation

04 October 2024

A total of 880 higher education students were eligible to graduate from UHI Inverness this year.


Graduates - including brave cancer survivor - share their stories

04 October 2024
Graduates - including brave cancer survivor - share their stories

Graduates - including brave cancer survivor - share their stories

04 October 2024

We hear from a range of students including a woman whose guide dog was always on the lookout for food.


UHI Inverness students show ‘immense resilience’ to be honoured at graduation ceremony

04 October 2024
UHI Inverness students show ‘immense resilience’ to be honoured at graduation ceremony

UHI Inverness students show ‘immense resilience’ to be honoured at graduation ceremony

04 October 2024

More than 900 people attended the two ceremonies at the Free North Church in Inverness.


4 people taken to hospital after A82 crash involving cars and pedestrians

04 October 2024
4 people taken to hospital after A82 crash involving cars and pedestrians

4 people taken to hospital after A82 crash involving cars and pedestrians

04 October 2024

Police are appealing for information after part of the road was closed for several hours to allow for investigations to be carried out.


WATCH: Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden confirmed as guest judge for Strictly Inverness 2025

30 September 2024
WATCH: Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden confirmed as guest judge for Strictly Inverness 2025

WATCH: Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden confirmed as guest judge for Strictly Inverness 2025

30 September 2024

Applications are now open for the popular dance extravaganza held in aid of Highland Hospice and Inverness Ice Centre.


The Traitors star Andrew Jenkins begins epic UK-first charity trek In Scotland

29 September 2024
The Traitors star Andrew Jenkins begins epic UK-first charity trek In Scotland

The Traitors star Andrew Jenkins begins epic UK-first charity trek In Scotland

29 September 2024

1200km walk under way to raise funds for brain injury charity Headway after starting in Highlands at Ardross Castle - home of the BBC reality show.


3 people taken to hospital after 3-vehicle crash

28 September 2024
3 people taken to hospital after 3-vehicle crash

3 people taken to hospital after 3-vehicle crash

28 September 2024

Police are trying to establish the cause of the crash.


CLOSED: Aquadome’s thistle-shaped pool out-of-bounds for some 18 MONTHS

28 September 2024
CLOSED: Aquadome’s thistle-shaped pool out-of-bounds for some 18 MONTHS

CLOSED: Aquadome’s thistle-shaped pool out-of-bounds for some 18 MONTHS

28 September 2024

And when will the café be open again?


Celebrating 10 years of IT support with new shop launch

25 September 2024
Celebrating 10 years of IT support with new shop launch

Celebrating 10 years of IT support with new shop launch

25 September 2024

IT and tech company says support of other businesses has led to its relocation into larger premises.


Flume closed for more than 400 DAYS - with no sign of reopening

24 September 2024
Flume closed for more than 400 DAYS - with no sign of reopening

Flume closed for more than 400 DAYS - with no sign of reopening

24 September 2024

The Vortex attraction at the swimming pool complex within Inverness Leisure has been off-limits since August 18, 2023.


Academy Street: When will the bollards go?

23 September 2024
Academy Street: When will the bollards go?

Academy Street: When will the bollards go?

23 September 2024

Part of the decision to ditch the Academy Street revamp plans was to also remove the bollards that were installed during the pandemic.


Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

21 September 2024
Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

21 September 2024

People are being advised to use an alternative route.


Heavy machinery working on secondary school land - but what is being built?

15 September 2024
Heavy machinery working on secondary school land - but what is being built?

Heavy machinery working on secondary school land - but what is being built?

15 September 2024

Pupils at Inverness Royal Academy will soon get their own mountain bike skills course built on the school grounds.


Interesting new home for 128-year-old sports trophy

09 September 2024
Interesting new home for 128-year-old sports trophy

Interesting new home for 128-year-old sports trophy

09 September 2024

For 128 years, the Camanachd Cup has been the pinnacle of excellence within the shinty community.


Inverness actress Karen Gillan sent ‘all our love’ after revealing pregnancy

09 September 2024
Inverness actress Karen Gillan sent ‘all our love’ after revealing pregnancy

Inverness actress Karen Gillan sent ‘all our love’ after revealing pregnancy

09 September 2024

The 36-year-old showed her baby bump while at the Toronto Film Festival.


Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

08 September 2024
Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

08 September 2024

People are being advised to use an alternative route.


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