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Donald Wilson


Nairnshire Reporter

Donald Wilson was appointed Nairnshire correspondent for the local edition of the Inverness Courier after the demise of the Nairnshire Telegraph where he began his career in 1971. Donald has been with the company for over 20 years and before taking on the role as correspondent for his home town, where he has a rich seam of contacts, he had specialised in court journalism for nearly a decade.

Nairn celebrated in new album

03 January 2023
Nairn celebrated in new album

Nairn celebrated in new album

03 January 2023

A GROUP of Nairn musicians have collaborated in the production of a CD to celebrate the town which has shaped their lives.


£7000 windfall delights charity

03 January 2023
£7000 windfall delights charity

£7000 windfall delights charity

03 January 2023

A charity providing free therapeutic riding sessions for children with disabilities has been overwhelmed by fundraisers who have raised over £7000.


£18k spend questioned by community councillors

03 January 2023
£18k spend questioned by community councillors

£18k spend questioned by community councillors

03 January 2023

Highland Council's plans to use £18,000 for a feasibility study for a community food growing initiative on Common Good land has been questioned.


Ill-fitting drains bring not so silent nights to Nairn residents living near A96

02 January 2023
Ill-fitting drains bring not so silent nights to Nairn residents living near A96

Ill-fitting drains bring not so silent nights to Nairn residents living near A96

02 January 2023

HEAVY traffic thundering through Nairn is causing sleepless nights for residents beside the A96.


Reforms hope as Nairn community council campaign bears fruit

26 December 2022
Reforms hope as Nairn community council campaign bears fruit

Reforms hope as Nairn community council campaign bears fruit

26 December 2022

A Nairn community council believes its campaign for transparency and local consultation over developer contributions could lead to reforms.


Donald Wilson: Mission was to fight for the marginalised in our community

22 December 2022
Donald Wilson: Mission was to fight for the marginalised in our community

Donald Wilson: Mission was to fight for the marginalised in our community

22 December 2022

Farewell message to Highland News readers from experienced reporter Donald Wilson.


Pupils bake treats for elderly

20 December 2022
Pupils bake treats for elderly

Pupils bake treats for elderly

20 December 2022

PUPILS from Nairn Academy have been playing their part to ensure some of the elderly in their community will have some extra treats this Christmas.


Dip looking to make a real splash

20 December 2022
Dip looking to make a real splash

Dip looking to make a real splash

20 December 2022

TWO charities close to the hearts of Nairn County FC are to benefit from a Christmas Eve Dip in the Moray Firth.


Opportunity missed at Nairn's new CAB building

19 December 2022
Opportunity missed at Nairn's new CAB building

Opportunity missed at Nairn's new CAB building

19 December 2022

A RANGE of problems have been raised by Nairn Access Panel about accessibility to the newly opened CAB office in the town centre.


Pie and Pint event to mark World Cup final

16 December 2022
Pie and Pint event to mark World Cup final

Pie and Pint event to mark World Cup final

16 December 2022

Defending world champions France face Argentina in the final this Sunday.


Nairn Academy pupils work to provide elderly people with Christmas treats

14 December 2022
Nairn Academy pupils work to provide elderly people with Christmas treats

Nairn Academy pupils work to provide elderly people with Christmas treats

14 December 2022

Pupils have put donations from local businesses to good use.


Dolphin tale by Ardersier duo set to delight children

14 December 2022
Dolphin tale by Ardersier duo set to delight children

Dolphin tale by Ardersier duo set to delight children

14 December 2022

A heart-warming tale about the adventures of a young dolphin has been produced by a local musician in collaboration with an Ardersier artist.


New advice hub opens its doors

13 December 2022
New advice hub opens its doors

New advice hub opens its doors

13 December 2022

The new Citizen’s Advice Bureau suite in Nairn has opened its doors.


Holiday lodges plan is submitted

13 December 2022
Holiday lodges plan is submitted

Holiday lodges plan is submitted

13 December 2022

An application for holiday lodges and a manager's house for a site west of Northview, Wester Lochloy has been lodged with Highland Council planners.


‘UnBAYlievable!’ – Permit car parking bays at Nairn harbour have no legal status

12 December 2022
‘UnBAYlievable!’ – Permit car parking bays at Nairn harbour have no legal status

‘UnBAYlievable!’ – Permit car parking bays at Nairn harbour have no legal status

12 December 2022

Permit car parking bays for boat owners at Nairn harbour have no legal status and car drivers cannot be penalised for using them.


Nairn festive fun evening

07 December 2022
Nairn festive fun evening

Nairn festive fun evening

07 December 2022

An evening of festive fun is planned for Nairn's famous Bandstand.


New life for plastic-free store

07 December 2022
New life for plastic-free store

New life for plastic-free store

07 December 2022

A prominent local clothing store on Nairn High Street, Burnett & Forbes, has taken on a new life as a ‘zero-waste’ store – The Highland Weigh.


Accountancy firm marks more than 50 years on High Street

07 December 2022
Accountancy firm marks more than 50 years on High Street

Accountancy firm marks more than 50 years on High Street

07 December 2022

Ritsons has marked the special occasion in the heart of Nairn.


Nairn Hive given tree from Queen's Canopy

07 December 2022
Nairn Hive given tree from Queen's Canopy

Nairn Hive given tree from Queen's Canopy

07 December 2022

Nairn Green Hive has received a special tree from The Queen’s Green Canopy formed as part of the Platinum Jubilee celebrations.


Playpark access is up in air

06 December 2022
Playpark access is up in air

Playpark access is up in air

06 December 2022

Uncertainty remains over access to the playpark for village children at Croy School.


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