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From the Archive: Accounting for life in years gone by

16 January 2022
From the Archive: Accounting for life in years gone by

From the Archive: Accounting for life in years gone by

16 January 2022

At the Highland Archive Centre we hold the Treasurer’s Accounts for Inverness Burgh from 1732 to 1900, which contain a wealth of information.


Christian Viewpoint: Days may be dark now but light is on its way

16 January 2022
Christian Viewpoint: Days may be dark now but light is on its way

Christian Viewpoint: Days may be dark now but light is on its way

16 January 2022

For those of us who journey with depression, the darker days are hard. For me, they are invariably days of choosing to be positive despite my mood.


While I have your attention

16 January 2022
While I have your attention

While I have your attention

16 January 2022

Charles Bannerman discusses his opinions surrounding titles and traditions in this piece.


Down Memory Lane: War memorial’s tragic names brought back to life by book

15 January 2022
Down Memory Lane: War memorial’s tragic names brought back to life by book

Down Memory Lane: War memorial’s tragic names brought back to life by book

15 January 2022

COLUMNIST Bill McAllister explores a new book about the lives of the men remembered on a local war memorial.


Health Matters: We all need to be aware of what test to take and when

15 January 2022
Health Matters: We all need to be aware of what test to take and when

Health Matters: We all need to be aware of what test to take and when

15 January 2022

TESTING for the Covid virus has been vital in efforts to control the pandemic, writes Dr Tim Allison.


Charlie Christie: Championship title race still anyone's game

14 January 2022
Charlie Christie: Championship title race still anyone's game

Charlie Christie: Championship title race still anyone's game

14 January 2022

Charlie Christie takes a look at the top of the Championship, saying every team in the top half will still fancy their chances of lifting the trophy.


Our Man in Westminster: Measures must be taken to tackle energy crisis

13 January 2022
Our Man in Westminster: Measures must be taken to tackle energy crisis

Our Man in Westminster: Measures must be taken to tackle energy crisis

13 January 2022

MP Drew Hendry says people are really feeling the effect of the cost of living crisis as the colder months are upon us


I expect modest economic growth of about 3% in 2022

11 January 2022
I expect modest economic growth of about 3% in 2022

I expect modest economic growth of about 3% in 2022

11 January 2022

It is a very strange time for the Highland economy because of the impact of the pandemic.


Prevention is better than cure for dog’s toothy problem

10 January 2022
Prevention is better than cure for dog’s toothy problem

Prevention is better than cure for dog’s toothy problem

10 January 2022

Paloma was a five-year-old Bichon Frise with very bad breath. On examination I could see she had some heavy tartar build up over her molars.


Politics Matters: Blockbuster scenery but we need more lights, camera, action on a studio

09 January 2022
Politics Matters: Blockbuster scenery but we need more lights, camera, action on a studio

Politics Matters: Blockbuster scenery but we need more lights, camera, action on a studio

09 January 2022

David Stewart says the First Minister should follow James Cosmo's lead and add Highland Film Studio to her New Year resolutions


ASK THE HIGHLAND DOC: What do I need to pack in my first aid kit for hill walks?

09 January 2022
ASK THE HIGHLAND DOC: What do I need to pack in my first aid kit for hill walks?

ASK THE HIGHLAND DOC: What do I need to pack in my first aid kit for hill walks?

09 January 2022

Q. I’m planning some hillwalks in the next few months. What do I need to pack in my first aid kit?


Christian Viewpoint: Let’s travel together as we ask the age-old questions

09 January 2022
Christian Viewpoint: Let’s travel together as we ask the age-old questions

Christian Viewpoint: Let’s travel together as we ask the age-old questions

09 January 2022

John Dempster says 'Maybe some of us will acknowledge, and befriend and nurture the inner quester after the God'


AN INVERNESSIAN IN AMERICA: Giving up caffeine and alcohol for a good cause

09 January 2022
AN INVERNESSIAN IN AMERICA: Giving up caffeine and alcohol for a good cause

AN INVERNESSIAN IN AMERICA: Giving up caffeine and alcohol for a good cause

09 January 2022

The time to joyfully declare “Happy New Year!” to everyone you see has probably passed… but Happy New Year. I’d feel rude if I didn’t say it.


Inverness salon wins major prizes at British Hairdressing Awards

09 January 2022
Inverness salon wins major prizes at British Hairdressing Awards

Inverness salon wins major prizes at British Hairdressing Awards

09 January 2022

An Inverness salon led the way at the British Hairdressing Awards, by picking up three major awards.


Why there are still good reasons to be excited about holidays in 2022

08 January 2022
Why there are still good reasons to be excited about holidays in 2022

Why there are still good reasons to be excited about holidays in 2022

08 January 2022

Focus on brighter days and be inspired by new hotels, tours and openings for the year ahead, says Sarah Marshall.


Health Matters: Work in the aftermath of bullying saga will go on in 2022 after 103 apologies and 203 financial payments

08 January 2022
Health Matters: Work in the aftermath of bullying saga will go on in 2022 after 103 apologies and 203 financial payments

Health Matters: Work in the aftermath of bullying saga will go on in 2022 after 103 apologies and 203 financial payments

08 January 2022

But NHS Highland HR director Fiona Hogg says there is 'pride' in the progress


Film of the Week: THE KING’S MAN (15, 131 mins)

08 January 2022
Film of the Week: THE KING’S MAN (15, 131 mins)

Film of the Week: THE KING’S MAN (15, 131 mins)

08 January 2022

Director Matthew Vaughn is nothing if not consistent.


Think it is cold now? Winters of yesteryear hit -32c!

08 January 2022
Think it is cold now? Winters of yesteryear hit -32c!

Think it is cold now? Winters of yesteryear hit -32c!

08 January 2022

January nights could be even chillier in the 19th century, as a glimpse at news items of that era reveals.


Gardening: Recycle, re-use and rewild in 2022

08 January 2022
Gardening: Recycle, re-use and rewild in 2022

Gardening: Recycle, re-use and rewild in 2022

08 January 2022

Award-winning garden designer and TV presenter Ann-Marie Powell (ann-mariepowell.com) says priorities have changed since lockdown.


Inverness electric bike set to expand

08 January 2022
Inverness electric bike set to expand

Inverness electric bike set to expand

08 January 2022

An Inverness e-bike scheme is set to expand.


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