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Volunteers reflect on joys of community at L’Arche Highland

28 November 2024
Volunteers reflect on joys of community at L’Arche Highland

Volunteers reflect on joys of community at L’Arche Highland

28 November 2024

L’Arche is an Inverness-based community for people with and without learning disabilities.


Vibrant lineup of festive experience weekends announced at iconic Scottish Distilleries

27 November 2024
Vibrant lineup of festive experience weekends announced at iconic Scottish Distilleries

Vibrant lineup of festive experience weekends announced at iconic Scottish Distilleries

27 November 2024

This winter, some of the country’s most iconic distilleries invite visitors to experience a series of unforgettable festive weekends


Celebrate Hogmanay in style at two of Inverness’s most luxurious hotels

25 November 2024
Celebrate Hogmanay in style at two of Inverness’s most luxurious hotels

Celebrate Hogmanay in style at two of Inverness’s most luxurious hotels

25 November 2024

Two of Inverness’s most sought-after luxury hotels are stepping up to ensure the year’s end is marked with grandeur and glamour.


How to prepare now for a less stressful Christmas

23 November 2024
How to prepare now for a less stressful Christmas

How to prepare now for a less stressful Christmas

23 November 2024

The mountain of tasks associated with the lead up to Christmas can be overwhelming, but the experts are here to help!


NAIRN VOICES: Seaman’s Hall marks two-year anniversary as Green Hive’s Nairn community hub

22 November 2024
NAIRN VOICES: Seaman’s Hall marks two-year anniversary as Green Hive’s Nairn community hub

NAIRN VOICES: Seaman’s Hall marks two-year anniversary as Green Hive’s Nairn community hub

22 November 2024

Two years since Green Hive took ownership of Seaman’s Hall, the building has found its role again as “the heartbeat of a growing community.”


Power of positivity is key to new mental health initiative started by 20-year-old

17 November 2024
Power of positivity is key to new mental health initiative started by 20-year-old

Power of positivity is key to new mental health initiative started by 20-year-old

17 November 2024

“Social media can be really negative, I want this to be positivity-based and avoid that negative side,” says psychology student.


7 ways to be savvy with your spending this Christmas

16 November 2024
7 ways to be savvy with your spending this Christmas

7 ways to be savvy with your spending this Christmas

16 November 2024

With the festive season inching closer, now is the time to plan ahead and shop smart.


MFR shock decision invites smaller stations to step up

15 November 2024
MFR shock decision invites smaller stations to step up

MFR shock decision invites smaller stations to step up

15 November 2024

Some local stations rely on their online platform and presence to reach audiences.


Tributes after ‘pivotal’ witness in Renee MacRae murder trial passes away

14 November 2024
Tributes after ‘pivotal’ witness in Renee MacRae murder trial passes away

Tributes after ‘pivotal’ witness in Renee MacRae murder trial passes away

14 November 2024

A witness who saw murderer William MacDowell imprisoned has died - days after the 48th anniversary of the disappearance of Renee and Andrew Macrae.


NAIRN VOICES: ‘It’s a blue time to have voted red’, says Nairnshire farmer

09 November 2024
NAIRN VOICES: ‘It’s a blue time to have voted red’, says Nairnshire farmer

NAIRN VOICES: ‘It’s a blue time to have voted red’, says Nairnshire farmer

09 November 2024

“The new inheritance tax legislation for agricultural businesses is a lose-lose situation,” a Nairnshire Farming Society committee member explains.


What is the impact of the Budget on farmers?

08 November 2024
What is the impact of the Budget on farmers?

What is the impact of the Budget on farmers?

08 November 2024

The Budget, described as one of the most significant in recent times, prompted speculation of its potential impact on farmers. Now we know the details


NAIRN VOICES: Striving to keep ‘heart of community’ beating strong

03 November 2024
NAIRN VOICES: Striving to keep ‘heart of community’ beating strong

NAIRN VOICES: Striving to keep ‘heart of community’ beating strong

03 November 2024

No two days are the same at Nairn Community & Arts Centre for manager Rhona MacDonald, who speaks about the importance of the venue in the community.


Brora wildlife centre helps rescue spiky friend

02 November 2024
Brora wildlife centre helps rescue spiky friend

Brora wildlife centre helps rescue spiky friend

02 November 2024

MAKING SPACE FOR NATURE: High Life Highland’s countryside rangers are helping Ullapool group who rehomed rescued hedgehog


Trusted journalism matters more than ever against backdrop of fake news, UK survey finds

31 October 2024
Trusted journalism matters more than ever against backdrop of fake news, UK survey finds

Trusted journalism matters more than ever against backdrop of fake news, UK survey finds

31 October 2024

The majority of Brits value trusted journalism more than ever, according to a new study for the Journalism Matters campaign.


What rights do I have to see my grandchildren?

23 October 2024
What rights do I have to see my grandchildren?

What rights do I have to see my grandchildren?

23 October 2024

It can be surprising for grandparents to learn that the law in Scotland does not provide them an automatic right to contact with their grandchildren


WATCH: Kids help mum ‘love’ facial birthmark she’d ‘covered’ for decades

21 October 2024
WATCH: Kids help mum ‘love’ facial birthmark she’d ‘covered’ for decades

WATCH: Kids help mum ‘love’ facial birthmark she’d ‘covered’ for decades

21 October 2024

"I stopped wearing make-up. It feels so much better to not. Part of me felt like a fraud covering up,” she said.


NAIRN VOICES: What are the most haunted places in Nairnshire?

21 October 2024
NAIRN VOICES: What are the most haunted places in Nairnshire?

NAIRN VOICES: What are the most haunted places in Nairnshire?

21 October 2024

Nairn Museum curator Annie MacDonald takes us through the folklore and legends of haunted places in the county.


HEALTH MATTERS: Team approach to improving care for struggling mums and babies

19 October 2024
HEALTH MATTERS: Team approach to improving care for struggling mums and babies

HEALTH MATTERS: Team approach to improving care for struggling mums and babies

19 October 2024

Even parenthood can be joyous for many, up to one in five women may struggle with mental health while pregnant, or within a year of giving birth.


Focus Vehicle Rental celebrates 20 years of vehicle hire

15 October 2024
Focus Vehicle Rental celebrates 20 years of vehicle hire

Focus Vehicle Rental celebrates 20 years of vehicle hire

15 October 2024

Starting in 2004 the ambition was to focus on customer service, providing vehicle rental with no hidden charges and concentrating on local customers.


FROM THE ARCHIVES: All (drove) roads lead to market!

13 October 2024
FROM THE ARCHIVES: All (drove) roads lead to market!

FROM THE ARCHIVES: All (drove) roads lead to market!

13 October 2024

It is hard to imagine the scale of the cattle market, and its impact on the local area and economy, says our columist.


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