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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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Police block off part of road in Hilton

14 December 2024
Police block off part of road in Hilton

Police block off part of road in Hilton

14 December 2024

It is understood there was an incident earlier this morning.


EXPLAINED: Medals that are ‘artefacts of significant local social history interest’ preserved for future generations

14 December 2024
EXPLAINED: Medals that are ‘artefacts of significant local social history interest’ preserved for future generations

EXPLAINED: Medals that are ‘artefacts of significant local social history interest’ preserved for future generations

14 December 2024

They belonged to the council officer who gathered the signatures of members of the British cabinet when it was held in Inverness in 1921.


Housing firm ‘deeply disappointed’ but not giving up on 80 new homes plan despite council refusal

12 December 2024
Housing firm ‘deeply disappointed’ but not giving up on 80 new homes plan despite council refusal

Housing firm ‘deeply disappointed’ but not giving up on 80 new homes plan despite council refusal

12 December 2024

Kirkwood Homes believes the development would help the local authority address its so-called ‘Highland Housing Challenge’.


Three more same-sex dance couples among line-up for Strictly Inverness 2025

11 December 2024
Three more same-sex dance couples among line-up for Strictly Inverness 2025

Three more same-sex dance couples among line-up for Strictly Inverness 2025

11 December 2024

The annual event generates cash for the Highland Hospice and Inverness Ice Centre, which organise and host the event.


WATCH: ‘You are more than the cancer’ - Highland Hospice ‘Calendar Girls’ overwhelmed by support

11 December 2024
WATCH: ‘You are more than the cancer’ - Highland Hospice ‘Calendar Girls’ overwhelmed by support

WATCH: ‘You are more than the cancer’ - Highland Hospice ‘Calendar Girls’ overwhelmed by support

11 December 2024

Live life to the best that you can and don’t let cancer rule is the clear message from a group of inspirational ladies.


Plan for 80 new homes in Inverness rejected

10 December 2024
Plan for 80 new homes in Inverness rejected

Plan for 80 new homes in Inverness rejected

10 December 2024

Highland Council officials used delegated powers to refuse an application which was submitted two-and-a-half years ago.


Pre-Christmas closure date named for Dobbies in Inverness

10 December 2024
Pre-Christmas closure date named for Dobbies in Inverness

Pre-Christmas closure date named for Dobbies in Inverness

10 December 2024

Dobbies staff in Inverness in line to lose their jobs have been assured alternative roles will be available for them with supermarket giant Tesco.


A9 drainage probe cancelled

10 December 2024
A9 drainage probe cancelled

A9 drainage probe cancelled

10 December 2024

The work was supposed to take place between Longman Roundabout and Raigmore Interchange.


A9 drainage probe delayed 24 hours due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’

09 December 2024
A9 drainage probe delayed 24 hours due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’

A9 drainage probe delayed 24 hours due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’

09 December 2024

The work will take place between Longman Roundabout and Raigmore Interchange - including lane closures.


‘One-size-fits-all doesn’t work’ - Call for Highland Council to be broken up

09 December 2024
‘One-size-fits-all doesn’t work’ - Call for Highland Council to be broken up

‘One-size-fits-all doesn’t work’ - Call for Highland Council to be broken up

09 December 2024

“Breaking up Highland Council isn’t about creating division - it’s about building empowerment,” says a leading councillor.


‘I often wonder how life can be so cruel to take someone so suddenly’ - Inverness funeral director clocks up 30 years

08 December 2024
‘I often wonder how life can be so cruel to take someone so suddenly’ - Inverness funeral director clocks up 30 years

‘I often wonder how life can be so cruel to take someone so suddenly’ - Inverness funeral director clocks up 30 years

08 December 2024

“Seeing the photographs during a funeral can be very moving, as you see the person as they were during their life.”


PICTURES: Elves running up fab boost for cancer charity

07 December 2024
PICTURES: Elves running up fab boost for cancer charity

PICTURES: Elves running up fab boost for cancer charity

07 December 2024

Some 77 people took part in the annual Elf Run in aid of Maggie’s Highlands.


‘We plan to charge as much as possible’ - Short-term lets near in Loch Ness area approved despite protests

06 December 2024
‘We plan to charge as much as possible’ - Short-term lets near in Loch Ness area approved despite protests

‘We plan to charge as much as possible’ - Short-term lets near in Loch Ness area approved despite protests

06 December 2024

Residents told councillors of “crumbling” roads and a “public safety concern”.


9-day Aquadome swimming pool closure for festive TLC

05 December 2024
9-day Aquadome swimming pool closure for festive TLC

9-day Aquadome swimming pool closure for festive TLC

05 December 2024

The gym, studios and sports court will also be closed for five days over the festive period.


PICTURES: Over 35,000 folk expected to see Eden Court panto - but were you there on opening night?

05 December 2024
PICTURES: Over 35,000 folk expected to see Eden Court panto - but were you there on opening night?

PICTURES: Over 35,000 folk expected to see Eden Court panto - but were you there on opening night?

05 December 2024

“As a business, the footfall at this time of year and the income that it generates it vital to our sustainability,” says theatre boss.


‘We can't thank this group of inspirational women enough’ - ‘Calendar Girls’ ready to officially launch fun ‘perfect Christmas gift’

04 December 2024
‘We can't thank this group of inspirational women enough’ - ‘Calendar Girls’ ready to officially launch fun ‘perfect Christmas gift’

‘We can't thank this group of inspirational women enough’ - ‘Calendar Girls’ ready to officially launch fun ‘perfect Christmas gift’

04 December 2024

They decided to do the fun calendar with the motive of highlighting positive body image.


INTERACTIVE: See what Inverness’s new 10-pin bowling alley could look like

04 December 2024
INTERACTIVE: See what Inverness’s new 10-pin bowling alley could look like

INTERACTIVE: See what Inverness’s new 10-pin bowling alley could look like

04 December 2024

Hollywood Bowl is eyeing up a March 2025 opening date for its £3.1 million project.


Application open for Inverness winter payments scheme

04 December 2024
Application open for Inverness winter payments scheme

Application open for Inverness winter payments scheme

04 December 2024

People on low income can apply for a one-off payment of £111.


What’s the status of Longman Roundabout upgrade plans after Highland Council ditches it from City Region Deal?

04 December 2024
What’s the status of Longman Roundabout upgrade plans after Highland Council ditches it from City Region Deal?

What’s the status of Longman Roundabout upgrade plans after Highland Council ditches it from City Region Deal?

04 December 2024

Highland councillors decided to redirect funding earmarked for the Inverness junction towards its Corran Ferry project.


‘Together we are stronger’ - New leaders at Inverness BID

03 December 2024
‘Together we are stronger’ - New leaders at Inverness BID

‘Together we are stronger’ - New leaders at Inverness BID

03 December 2024

Gordon McIntosh and Chris Kershaw are stepping into new roles.


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