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‘Hard graft of so many people’ hailed by Deputy First Minister

10 September 2025
‘Hard graft of so many people’ hailed by Deputy First Minister

‘Hard graft of so many people’ hailed by Deputy First Minister

10 September 2025

Being shortlisted for Highland Business Awards is “marker of your achievements”, says Kate Forbes.


£28m plan for skills centre at fly-tipping site

10 September 2025
£28m plan for skills centre at fly-tipping site

£28m plan for skills centre at fly-tipping site

10 September 2025

Centre of Excellence for Skills, Safety and Innovation plan unveiled to tackle critical skills shortage in Highlands and Islands.


£68k generated by unique midnight fundraising event

06 September 2025
£68k generated by unique midnight fundraising event

£68k generated by unique midnight fundraising event

06 September 2025

Run the Runway was described as “such a fun event to be a part of, with a great atmosphere”.


‘Experiences that our community can truly be proud of’ as businesses unite for festive magic

05 September 2025
‘Experiences that our community can truly be proud of’ as businesses unite for festive magic

‘Experiences that our community can truly be proud of’ as businesses unite for festive magic

05 September 2025

Lochardil House Inverness and KBE Event Services unveil plans designed to bring joy and community spirit to Inverness this Christmas.


SHERIFF COURT ROUND-UP: Drug dealers, fraud and pool cue attack among last month's court business

01 September 2025
SHERIFF COURT ROUND-UP: Drug dealers, fraud and pool cue attack among last month's court business

SHERIFF COURT ROUND-UP: Drug dealers, fraud and pool cue attack among last month's court business

01 September 2025

Here's our recap of some of the cases that made the headlines last month.


‘No extra work, therefore no extra cost’ for £135k Inshes Roundabout markings and resurfacing project

25 August 2025
‘No extra work, therefore no extra cost’ for £135k Inshes Roundabout markings and resurfacing project

‘No extra work, therefore no extra cost’ for £135k Inshes Roundabout markings and resurfacing project

25 August 2025

Highland Council slightly contradicted itself by stating there will be additional work programmed and insisted the project has not overrun.


‘It was a bit awkward’ - new Inshes Roundabout markings are ‘ongoing’ project despite 11-hour buffer for delays

25 August 2025
‘It was a bit awkward’ - new Inshes Roundabout markings are ‘ongoing’ project despite 11-hour buffer for delays

‘It was a bit awkward’ - new Inshes Roundabout markings are ‘ongoing’ project despite 11-hour buffer for delays

25 August 2025

“If the three lanes of traffic all followed the white dots and line markings, then they would go into the grass or potentially cause a collision.”


‘You'll crash into the actual roundabout’ - safety fears sparked by new Inshes road markings

25 August 2025
‘You'll crash into the actual roundabout’ - safety fears sparked by new Inshes road markings

‘You'll crash into the actual roundabout’ - safety fears sparked by new Inshes road markings

25 August 2025

After a week of overnight closures for resurfacing by Highland Council one of the lanes from Culloden Road was coned off this morning.


‘Unless negligence can be proven,’ you’re on your own - new council advice on Storm Floris damage

06 August 2025
‘Unless negligence can be proven,’ you’re on your own - new council advice on Storm Floris damage

‘Unless negligence can be proven,’ you’re on your own - new council advice on Storm Floris damage

06 August 2025

Yesterday, the local authority advice was to “please contact the council’s insurance team” but it has now changed its tune.


Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

02 August 2025
Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

02 August 2025

People are being advised to use an alternative route.


How Belladrum makes a difference to local community

31 July 2025
How Belladrum makes a difference to local community

How Belladrum makes a difference to local community

31 July 2025

Kiltarlity Village Hall has found a home from home at music festival.


‘We are not commuting for fun - we rely on public transport’

29 July 2025
‘We are not commuting for fun - we rely on public transport’

‘We are not commuting for fun - we rely on public transport’

29 July 2025

YOUR VIEWS: Inverness bus services and the North Coast 500 are the hot topics.


‘Bella crowd are second to none’

29 July 2025
‘Bella crowd are second to none’

‘Bella crowd are second to none’

29 July 2025

No musical genre is off-limits to The Dangleberries - so who knows what to expect.


‘Together we can make the world a better place’ says artist ahead of Bella

28 July 2025
‘Together we can make the world a better place’ says artist ahead of Bella

‘Together we can make the world a better place’ says artist ahead of Bella

28 July 2025

Edinburgh musician Moteh Parrott who grew up near Loch Ness says Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival feels like home.


‘The crowd was totally bonkers and the energy for our set was amazing’ - The Pigeon Detectives ready to return to Bella

28 July 2025
‘The crowd was totally bonkers and the energy for our set was amazing’ - The Pigeon Detectives ready to return to Bella

‘The crowd was totally bonkers and the energy for our set was amazing’ - The Pigeon Detectives ready to return to Bella

28 July 2025

The Pigeon Detectives focus on fun and celebration as they return to Belladrum Tartan Heart Festival stage.


Staying true to the vision for Belladrum

27 July 2025
Staying true to the vision for Belladrum

Staying true to the vision for Belladrum

27 July 2025

Bella producer Dougie Brown and former owner and festival founder Joe Gibbs reveal their thoughts as the entertainment extravaganza comes of age.


‘I was shocked with the potential dangers and risks’ - Fears raised over energy-related plans

27 July 2025
‘I was shocked with the potential dangers and risks’ - Fears raised over energy-related plans

‘I was shocked with the potential dangers and risks’ - Fears raised over energy-related plans

27 July 2025

YOUR VIEWS: Other hot topics include antisocial behaviour, bus services and the castle project.


Inverness hotelier in South Africa move

26 July 2025
Inverness hotelier in South Africa move

Inverness hotelier in South Africa move

26 July 2025

Businessman's tech firm expands to fifth continent.


‘You truly put yourself out there’ - Ness Factor winner ready for Bella

26 July 2025
‘You truly put yourself out there’ - Ness Factor winner ready for Bella

‘You truly put yourself out there’ - Ness Factor winner ready for Bella

26 July 2025

Ness Factor winner Kay-Lisa Davidson has backing of up-and-coming band as she takes to festival stage.


‘I play with a lot more freedom’ - Inverness singer-songwriter is ready for Belladrum

20 July 2025
‘I play with a lot more freedom’ - Inverness singer-songwriter is ready for Belladrum

‘I play with a lot more freedom’ - Inverness singer-songwriter is ready for Belladrum

20 July 2025

“It gets better and better each year!” We caught up with Dylan James Tierney for a chat.


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