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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

Federica Stefani

Nairnites gather in force at meeting’s livestream to call for halt to controversial development plans

12 November 2025
Nairnites gather in force at meeting’s livestream to call for halt to controversial development plans

Nairnites gather in force at meeting’s livestream to call for halt to controversial development plans

12 November 2025

The community centre in Nairn was packed as a meeting on a controversial Moray Firth project went ahead — despite the absence of its developer.


New hopes for Inverness rugby club continue with sponsors announced

12 November 2025
New hopes for Inverness rugby club continue with sponsors announced

New hopes for Inverness rugby club continue with sponsors announced

12 November 2025

An Inverness rugby club has taken a new step forward on the road to recovery from challenging years as they welcomed a new official sponsor.


Highland League club and UHI kick off new project to help boost students’ skills

12 November 2025
Highland League club and UHI kick off new project to help boost students’ skills

Highland League club and UHI kick off new project to help boost students’ skills

12 November 2025

Students at UHI are in for a chance to put their skills into practice thanks to a collaboration with a Nairn football club.


New artwork planned for Nairn riverside walk

11 November 2025
New artwork planned for Nairn riverside walk

New artwork planned for Nairn riverside walk

11 November 2025

Moray-based artists are to create the new artwork in memory of a much-loved former local cyclist.


PICTURES: Masquerade ball raises £17k for charity in memory of beloved mum

07 November 2025
PICTURES: Masquerade ball raises £17k for charity in memory of beloved mum

PICTURES: Masquerade ball raises £17k for charity in memory of beloved mum

07 November 2025

Last Saturday saw an emotional night at Achnagairn Castle for a charity event held in memory of a beloved Inverness mum.


PICTURES: Sneak peek into Inverness’s newest restaurant

07 November 2025
PICTURES: Sneak peek into Inverness’s newest restaurant

PICTURES: Sneak peek into Inverness’s newest restaurant

07 November 2025

Inverness’ newest venue is officially opening today — after it hosted a sparkling preview night yesterday.


Come meet our team at Nairn community event

07 November 2025
Come meet our team at Nairn community event

Come meet our team at Nairn community event

07 November 2025

Do you have a story to share or ideas on how we can best serve the community in and around Nairnshire?


Festive charity tractor run set to return in December

06 November 2025
Festive charity tractor run set to return in December

Festive charity tractor run set to return in December

06 November 2025

A festive charity initiative is set to return and light up Nairnshire roads this December.


Kind-hearted boy makes ‘big impression’ on firefighters after offering Halloween treats

05 November 2025
Kind-hearted boy makes ‘big impression’ on firefighters after offering Halloween treats

Kind-hearted boy makes ‘big impression’ on firefighters after offering Halloween treats

05 November 2025

A generous Inverness youngster was praised for his kind gesture after he shared his well-earned trick-or-treat loot with a fire crew.


Resurfacing works will see section of A82 in Inverness closed overnight

05 November 2025
Resurfacing works will see section of A82 in Inverness closed overnight

Resurfacing works will see section of A82 in Inverness closed overnight

05 November 2025

The A82 at Rose Street roundabout in Inverness is set to be closed for two nights in November as it undergoes maintenance works.


WATCH: Primary pupils across the Highlands set for tasty challenge in bid to find hospitality talent

05 November 2025
WATCH: Primary pupils across the Highlands set for tasty challenge in bid to find hospitality talent

WATCH: Primary pupils across the Highlands set for tasty challenge in bid to find hospitality talent

05 November 2025

Primary school pupils across the Highlands are in for a tasty challenge as a new region-wide competition has re-launched this week.


Public meeting on controversial Moray FLOW-Park project moved to new venue due to ‘overwhelming interest’

05 November 2025
Public meeting on controversial Moray FLOW-Park project moved to new venue due to ‘overwhelming interest’

Public meeting on controversial Moray FLOW-Park project moved to new venue due to ‘overwhelming interest’

05 November 2025

A public meeting about a controversial development on the Moray Firth was forced to a change of venue due to “overwhelming interest”.


Community effort sees Fort George Kirk ready for poignant Remembrance commemoration

05 November 2025
Community effort sees Fort George Kirk ready for poignant Remembrance commemoration

Community effort sees Fort George Kirk ready for poignant Remembrance commemoration

05 November 2025

The work of partners of serving military personnel saw the kirk in Fort George light up in poppy decorations ahead of Remembrance Day.


Man (21) arrested and charged after two women assaulted in Inverness

04 November 2025
Man (21) arrested and charged after two women assaulted in Inverness

Man (21) arrested and charged after two women assaulted in Inverness

04 November 2025

A 21-year-old man has been arrested and charged following a serious assault of two women in Inverness last week, Police Scotland has confirmed.


A9 restricted south of Inverness after road collision

04 November 2025
A9 restricted south of Inverness after road collision

A9 restricted south of Inverness after road collision

04 November 2025

The A9 is currently restricted south of Inverness after a road traffic collision earlier this morning.


‘It would destroy one of the finest views in the country’ - MSP calls out against controversial Moray Firth development

04 November 2025
‘It would destroy one of the finest views in the country’ - MSP calls out against controversial Moray Firth development

‘It would destroy one of the finest views in the country’ - MSP calls out against controversial Moray Firth development

04 November 2025

A Nairn MSP has joined critics of a forthcoming major development on the Moray Firth, stating it would “devastate the beauty of the seascape”.


Acclaimed ensemble’s new take on Carmen to tour in Nairn

03 November 2025
Acclaimed ensemble’s new take on Carmen to tour in Nairn

Acclaimed ensemble’s new take on Carmen to tour in Nairn

03 November 2025

An innovative version of the classic opera Carmen is set to be performed in Nairn.


Highland distillery set to hit major milestone bringing back whisky production to Wester Ross

03 November 2025
Highland distillery set to hit major milestone bringing back whisky production to Wester Ross

Highland distillery set to hit major milestone bringing back whisky production to Wester Ross

03 November 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, a popular Wester Ross distillery is on its way to celebrate a major milestone — by making its own whisky for the first time.


PICTURES: Yarnbombers back in action ahead of Remembrance Day

31 October 2025
PICTURES: Yarnbombers back in action ahead of Remembrance Day

PICTURES: Yarnbombers back in action ahead of Remembrance Day

31 October 2025

Nairn's most popular knitters were once again in action as they helped decorate the town ahead of Remembrance Day.


Two church buildings are set to be sold

30 October 2025
Two church buildings are set to be sold

Two church buildings are set to be sold

30 October 2025

Two Nairnshire churches are set to be sold and a new kirk session formed, Church of Scotland has confirmed.


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