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Will future of state pensions add up to a headache?

06 September 2021
Will future of state pensions add up to a headache?

Will future of state pensions add up to a headache?

06 September 2021

The UK government are facing a major headache in the autumn – to either deliver or water down an election manifesto commitment on state pensions.


Health Matters: Vow to involve carers in mental health support in the Highlands

06 September 2021
Health Matters: Vow to involve carers in mental health support in the Highlands

Health Matters: Vow to involve carers in mental health support in the Highlands

06 September 2021

Our community mental health team see many people with diverse needs across Highland every week.


Obesity in pets is a growing issue with big consequences

06 September 2021
Obesity in pets is a growing issue with big consequences

Obesity in pets is a growing issue with big consequences

06 September 2021

Parker the dog was brought in for his annual vaccinations, clinical examination, and weight-check.


God is not just there for the serious stuff of life

05 September 2021
God is not just there for the serious stuff of life

God is not just there for the serious stuff of life

05 September 2021

I’m looking forward to seeing Jessie and the Elf Boy a family feature film produced in Scotland which is released online later this month.


Dogs plight in Kabul

04 September 2021
Dogs plight in Kabul

Dogs plight in Kabul

04 September 2021

An American woman in Inverness writes about the plight of people and dogs stranded in Afghanistan.


Down Memory Lane by Bill McAllister: Architect was the key driver of development in Inverness

04 September 2021
Down Memory Lane by Bill McAllister: Architect was the key driver of development in Inverness

Down Memory Lane by Bill McAllister: Architect was the key driver of development in Inverness

04 September 2021

Alexander Ross rolled out churches, schools, offices and homes in the Highlands during his prolific career as Inverness’s transformational architect


FROM THE ARCHIVES: Highland Archive Centre documents reveal Infirmary Bridge in Inverness had a shaky start

03 September 2021
FROM THE ARCHIVES: Highland Archive Centre documents reveal Infirmary Bridge in Inverness had a shaky start

FROM THE ARCHIVES: Highland Archive Centre documents reveal Infirmary Bridge in Inverness had a shaky start

03 September 2021

Throughout last month, the Highland Archive Centre has showcased documents with a travel and transport theme, writes the centre’s Jennifer Johnstone.


SPONSORED CONTENT: Help your business make new contacts with help from the Supplier Development Programme

02 September 2021
SPONSORED CONTENT: Help your business make new contacts with help from the Supplier Development Programme

SPONSORED CONTENT: Help your business make new contacts with help from the Supplier Development Programme

02 September 2021

Stability, predictability, sustainability, quick wins and long term contracts – the public sector could offer an ideal customer profile.


Distressing blood clot trauma needs immediate action

01 September 2021
Distressing blood clot trauma needs immediate action

Distressing blood clot trauma needs immediate action

01 September 2021

Minty was a lovely black and white striped cat. He was rushed in and admitted urgently as an emergency case to the main surgery.


SPONSORED CONTENT: Smart options for Highland accommodation providers

31 August 2021
SPONSORED CONTENT: Smart options for Highland accommodation providers

SPONSORED CONTENT: Smart options for Highland accommodation providers

31 August 2021

SmARt Explorer is a new digital guest concierge created with visitors to the Highlands of Scotland in mind.


NATIVE CONTENT: Planning To Start a Business? Set yourself up for success

31 August 2021
NATIVE CONTENT: Planning To Start a Business? Set yourself up for success

NATIVE CONTENT: Planning To Start a Business? Set yourself up for success

31 August 2021

Through organisations such as Business Gateway, you can access support, advice and information about funding, investment, and programmes.


Forget the grumpiness – let’s be silver campaigners

29 August 2021
Forget the grumpiness – let’s be silver campaigners

Forget the grumpiness – let’s be silver campaigners

29 August 2021

John Dempster says something spiritual might be the key to an easier life.


With Covid case numbers rising, what should we do?

29 August 2021
With Covid case numbers rising, what should we do?

With Covid case numbers rising, what should we do?

29 August 2021

I have said before that Covid has not gone away, and I am afraid that the most recent figures certainly bear that out.


Charlie Christie – Challenge for the bottom half to break top six

27 August 2021
Charlie Christie – Challenge for the bottom half to break top six

Charlie Christie – Challenge for the bottom half to break top six

27 August 2021

Top six and bottom six could have familiar look.


SPONSORED CONTENT: Extraordinary repairs in a commercial lease

27 August 2021
SPONSORED CONTENT: Extraordinary repairs in a commercial lease

SPONSORED CONTENT: Extraordinary repairs in a commercial lease

27 August 2021

Kenneth Campbell, from Harper Macleod, looks at the often contentious issue of who foots the bills for repairs to a leased property.


Business Focus: 'Returning to work' offers opportunities for face-to-face meetings once more, says SCDI's north representative

26 August 2021
Business Focus: 'Returning to work' offers opportunities for face-to-face meetings once more, says SCDI's north representative

Business Focus: 'Returning to work' offers opportunities for face-to-face meetings once more, says SCDI's north representative

26 August 2021

Highlands and Islands regional manager Grant Campbell is looking forward to finally getting a chance to meet local members in person


Marine life safety crucial to port plan

26 August 2021
Marine life safety crucial to port plan

Marine life safety crucial to port plan

26 August 2021

Highland councillors have given the green light to an ambitious planning proposal at a former fabrication yard at Ardersier.


Health Matters: Team is reducing stress and distress in our care homes

23 August 2021
Health Matters: Team is reducing stress and distress in our care homes

Health Matters: Team is reducing stress and distress in our care homes

23 August 2021

There are about 90,000 people in Scotland living with dementia and this is set to rise with an ageing population.


Politics Matter: Never forget the terrible toll the conflict has had

22 August 2021
Politics Matter: Never forget the terrible toll the conflict has had

Politics Matter: Never forget the terrible toll the conflict has had

22 August 2021

This week I read an excellent book – The Prime Ministers by Steve Richards – a retirement present from my younger brother Alan.


CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Connections with God comes in all guises

22 August 2021
CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Connections with God comes in all guises

CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Connections with God comes in all guises

22 August 2021

“Swimming has been literally a God send in terms of coping with life.”


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