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Federica Stefani


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Federica Stefani is a reporter for the Inverness Courier, Ross-shire Journal and other Highland News and Media titles, mainly focusing on news from the Nairnshire area. With a background in foreign languages and international politics, she joined the company in 2019 after graduating in Multimedia Journalism at Glasgow Caledonian University and was temporarily part of the digital development team. She is also passionate about the food & drink scene, specializing in whisky writing

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New RBS city centre branch now open for business

19 March 2025
New RBS city centre branch now open for business

New RBS city centre branch now open for business

19 March 2025

Royal Bank of Scotland has opened its new Inverness branch on Falcon Square this week.


Avian flu outbreak south of Inverness confirmed - with protection zone now in effect

19 March 2025
Avian flu outbreak south of Inverness confirmed - with protection zone now in effect

Avian flu outbreak south of Inverness confirmed - with protection zone now in effect

19 March 2025

Avian flu has been found in premises south of Inverness, the Scottish Government has confirmed, with restrictions now in effect within the area.


Were you there? More pictures from Highland Heroes awards night

19 March 2025
Were you there? More pictures from Highland Heroes awards night

Were you there? More pictures from Highland Heroes awards night

19 March 2025

It was an emotional evening as communities from across the Highlands gathered in Inverness to celebrate their unsung heroes.


PICTURES: Eclectic and touching theatre display is food for thought for Nairn audiences

17 March 2025
PICTURES: Eclectic and touching theatre display is food for thought for Nairn audiences

PICTURES: Eclectic and touching theatre display is food for thought for Nairn audiences

17 March 2025

The sometimes thin line between fact and imagination was at the heart of a theatrical blend of puppetry and cinema which came to Nairn last week.


‘This is for all parents and carers like me’ - proud dad is named Carer of the Year

16 March 2025
‘This is for all parents and carers like me’ - proud dad is named Carer of the Year

‘This is for all parents and carers like me’ - proud dad is named Carer of the Year

16 March 2025

It was an emotional night for an Inverness-based dad who was named Carer of the Year at Friday’s Highland Heroes Awards 2025.


‘We do it for the rewarding feeling you get’ - selfless Inverness volunteer recognised at awards night

16 March 2025
‘We do it for the rewarding feeling you get’ - selfless Inverness volunteer recognised at awards night

‘We do it for the rewarding feeling you get’ - selfless Inverness volunteer recognised at awards night

16 March 2025

An Inverness teenager was named volunteer of the year at Friday’s Highland Heroes Awards.


WATCH: ‘My mantra is to be who you needed when you were younger’ - says Culloden Academy teacher after winning ‘special’ award

15 March 2025
WATCH: ‘My mantra is to be who you needed when you were younger’ - says Culloden Academy teacher after winning ‘special’ award

WATCH: ‘My mantra is to be who you needed when you were younger’ - says Culloden Academy teacher after winning ‘special’ award

15 March 2025

A Culloden Academy teacher said it was “terryfing and special” to be named Secondary Teacher of the year at last night’s Highland Heroes awards.


Clean sweep at exams for Inverness young acrobats

13 March 2025
Clean sweep at exams for Inverness young acrobats

Clean sweep at exams for Inverness young acrobats

13 March 2025

An Inverness performing arts school is celebrating a fantastic result after pupils showed their talent in acrobatics.


‘It is imperative that we learn from this tragedy’ - councillor calls on stronger maritime safety measures after North sea oil tanker collision

13 March 2025
‘It is imperative that we learn from this tragedy’ - councillor calls on stronger maritime safety measures after North sea oil tanker collision

‘It is imperative that we learn from this tragedy’ - councillor calls on stronger maritime safety measures after North sea oil tanker collision

13 March 2025

A Highland councillor - who is president of an environmental organisation - expressed her concerns on the impact of the North Sea oil tanker incident.


Inverness selected for pioneering low-carbon heating project

13 March 2025
Inverness selected for pioneering low-carbon heating project

Inverness selected for pioneering low-carbon heating project

13 March 2025

Inverness is set to benefit from pioneering green heating technology as part of a major new partnership.


WATCH: New management team speaks of new chapter for Auldearn mansion

12 March 2025
WATCH: New management team speaks of new chapter for Auldearn mansion

WATCH: New management team speaks of new chapter for Auldearn mansion

12 March 2025

Boath House in Auldearn reopened last weekend under a new management team.


Special trip to meet Santa announced as one-off direct flight will connect Inverness to Lapland

12 March 2025
Special trip to meet Santa announced as one-off direct flight will connect Inverness to Lapland

Special trip to meet Santa announced as one-off direct flight will connect Inverness to Lapland

12 March 2025

An Inverness-based travel agency has announced they will organise a special day trip to meet Santa - with a direct flight from Inverness Airport.


WATCH: ‘Disability benefits do not mean out-of-work benefits’ says Highland MSP

12 March 2025
WATCH: ‘Disability benefits do not mean out-of-work benefits’ says Highland MSP

WATCH: ‘Disability benefits do not mean out-of-work benefits’ says Highland MSP

12 March 2025

A Highland MSP condemned the “dangerous” rhetoric around disability payments during a Holyrood debate on planned UK welfare cuts.


House-to-house enquiries continue after devastating Fairways fire

12 March 2025
House-to-house enquiries continue after devastating Fairways fire

House-to-house enquiries continue after devastating Fairways fire

12 March 2025

Detectives are continuing their investigations into the fire at Inverness - with officers carrying out house-to-house enquiries.


Train ticket sales in Inverness, Nairn and Elgin down amidst concerns over rising prices

11 March 2025
Train ticket sales in Inverness, Nairn and Elgin down amidst concerns over rising prices

Train ticket sales in Inverness, Nairn and Elgin down amidst concerns over rising prices

11 March 2025

The number of people purchasing rail tickets from stations in Inverness, Nairn and Elgin has declined in the past year according to recent figures.


Concerns over anti-social behaviour spark launch of new Nairn neighbourhood watch scheme

11 March 2025
Concerns over anti-social behaviour spark launch of new Nairn neighbourhood watch scheme

Concerns over anti-social behaviour spark launch of new Nairn neighbourhood watch scheme

11 March 2025

A residents’ group has launched a new scheme in a bid to make the community “safer” and “more connected”.


Family legacy makes poignant return to Nairn for puppeteer

11 March 2025
Family legacy makes poignant return to Nairn for puppeteer

Family legacy makes poignant return to Nairn for puppeteer

11 March 2025

The son of two Nairn creative stalwarts, Symon Macintyre is returning to the Little Theatre with an experimental puppetry display.


‘We want this to be a place for everyone’ - new management at popular Auldearn venue reopens doors with community in mind

10 March 2025
‘We want this to be a place for everyone’ - new management at popular Auldearn venue reopens doors with community in mind

‘We want this to be a place for everyone’ - new management at popular Auldearn venue reopens doors with community in mind

10 March 2025

A popular Nairnshire venue has reopened its doors - with the new management team planning to turn it into a welcoming space for the whole community.


Inverness baker scoops public choice award at shortbread contest final

10 March 2025
Inverness baker scoops public choice award at shortbread contest final

Inverness baker scoops public choice award at shortbread contest final

10 March 2025

An Inverness baker was the public’s favourite at a popular shortbread competition – whose grand final was held at Eden Court last weekend.


First Nairnshire charity tractor run grand total revealed as £12,600 raised for charity

09 March 2025
First Nairnshire charity tractor run grand total revealed as £12,600 raised for charity

First Nairnshire charity tractor run grand total revealed as £12,600 raised for charity

09 March 2025

A Nairnshire Christmas event raised a whopping £12,600 in its first year running, it has been confirmed.


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