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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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Belladrum is all heart for Highland Hospice as it seeks artist

10 November 2024
Belladrum is all heart for Highland Hospice as it seeks artist

Belladrum is all heart for Highland Hospice as it seeks artist

10 November 2024

Could you come up with a special Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival design for a charity Highland HeArt Trail sculpture?


‘Miserable observations’ as we ask: How can folk be convinced to use trains more?

10 November 2024
‘Miserable observations’ as we ask: How can folk be convinced to use trains more?

‘Miserable observations’ as we ask: How can folk be convinced to use trains more?

10 November 2024

YOUR VIEWS: It also includes Inverness MP Angus MacDonald laying out his thoughts on assisted dying.


Motorists could face delays due to A82 drainage investigation works

09 November 2024
Motorists could face delays due to A82 drainage investigation works

Motorists could face delays due to A82 drainage investigation works

09 November 2024

BEAR Scotland, which is carrying out the works on behalf of Transport Scotland, described it as essential.


Texas and Paul Heaton to headline Belladrum 2025

08 November 2024
Texas and Paul Heaton to headline Belladrum 2025

Texas and Paul Heaton to headline Belladrum 2025

08 November 2024

“Both Texas and Paul Heaton will be guaranteed to deliver some of the biggest sing-along moments in Bella history,” say organisers.


EXPLAINED: 5% Highland tourist tax could raise £10m a year - all you need to know PLUS who won’t have to pay

08 November 2024
EXPLAINED: 5% Highland tourist tax could raise £10m a year - all you need to know PLUS who won’t have to pay

EXPLAINED: 5% Highland tourist tax could raise £10m a year - all you need to know PLUS who won’t have to pay

08 November 2024

Otherwise known as a visitor levy, should it happen, it would see the Highlands follow destinations in Europe that charge additional tax per night.


Highland Hospice ‘Calendar Girls’ fulfil their dream

08 November 2024
Highland Hospice ‘Calendar Girls’ fulfil their dream

Highland Hospice ‘Calendar Girls’ fulfil their dream

08 November 2024

They expressed their desire to create the fun calendar, with the motive of highlighting positive body image.


Three cheers for Bella as it is up for hat-trick of national awards

05 November 2024
Three cheers for Bella as it is up for hat-trick of national awards

Three cheers for Bella as it is up for hat-trick of national awards

05 November 2024

“Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival has always been about delivering an unforgettable arts and music experience,” say organisers.


Inverness Courier journalist presents Radio 4 Menopause Matters documentary after going through ‘the change’ at 15

04 November 2024
Inverness Courier journalist presents Radio 4 Menopause Matters documentary after going through ‘the change’ at 15

Inverness Courier journalist presents Radio 4 Menopause Matters documentary after going through ‘the change’ at 15

04 November 2024

Inverness Courier journalist recounted her early menopause journey on BBC Radio 4’s Menopause Matters, sharing insights from her experience at 15.


How important is the film industry for the Highlands?

03 November 2024
How important is the film industry for the Highlands?

How important is the film industry for the Highlands?

03 November 2024

“Industry demand to film in the Highlands is at an all-time high.”


DELAYED: Unknown start date for six-month Kessock Bridge safety improvement project

30 October 2024
DELAYED: Unknown start date for six-month Kessock Bridge safety improvement project

DELAYED: Unknown start date for six-month Kessock Bridge safety improvement project

30 October 2024

The work was supposed to start in October.


PICTURES: Were you at Ness Factor 2024?

28 October 2024
PICTURES: Were you at Ness Factor 2024?

PICTURES: Were you at Ness Factor 2024?

28 October 2024

See if you can spot anyone you know among our gallery from Saturday night’s event.


WATCH: ‘I feel like I’m in a dream’ - first interview with winner of Ness Factor 2024

27 October 2024
WATCH: ‘I feel like I’m in a dream’ - first interview with winner of Ness Factor 2024

WATCH: ‘I feel like I’m in a dream’ - first interview with winner of Ness Factor 2024

27 October 2024

The memory of her mother and inspiration of her children were some of the key ingredients that Kay-Lisa Davidson believes helped her win.


Top fundraiser Kay-Lisa is hospice hero as she wins Ness Factor 2024

27 October 2024
Top fundraiser Kay-Lisa is hospice hero as she wins Ness Factor 2024

Top fundraiser Kay-Lisa is hospice hero as she wins Ness Factor 2024

27 October 2024

She has also won the opportunity to perform at Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival 2025.


Dance group of disabled and non-disabled teenagers to shine on region’s biggest stage

21 October 2024
Dance group of disabled and non-disabled teenagers to shine on region’s biggest stage

Dance group of disabled and non-disabled teenagers to shine on region’s biggest stage

21 October 2024

This year’s performance will give a stage to groups hailing from Inverness to Portree, Wick to Fort William and even Elgin.


Emergency department’s new approach to identify undiagnosed infection in Inverness patients

21 October 2024
Emergency department’s new approach to identify undiagnosed infection in Inverness patients

Emergency department’s new approach to identify undiagnosed infection in Inverness patients

21 October 2024

NHS Highland is about to start a pilot project of opt-out blood borne virus testing in the emergency department in Raigmore Hospital.


10-year-old restores entrepreneur's headstone to former glory

21 October 2024
10-year-old restores entrepreneur's headstone to former glory

10-year-old restores entrepreneur's headstone to former glory

21 October 2024

Lochardil Primary pupil embarked on a mission to restore the headstone of Loganair’s founder.


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.


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