Author - Louise Glen

Age Scotland has reacted to figures released today showing that 60 per cent of all Scottish deaths from Covid-19 were among people aged 75 and over.

City hotel sends message of support to NHS staff

City hotel sends message of support to NHS staff

Banners made from bedsheets have appeared hanging from the Jurys Inn in Inverness, as a message of support for NHS staff.

University releases students from tenancy contracts

University releases students from tenancy contracts

Students who have left their accommodation in Inverness won't be charged rent from the end of this month.

NHS is ready for increase in coronavirus cases

NHS is ready for increase in coronavirus cases

Medics working on the frontline in NHS Highland’s response to coronavirus say they are ready for an expected surge in cases over the coming weeks.

House fire ash causes blaze at Inverness property

House fire ash causes blaze at Inverness property

Firefighters were called to a blaze in Inverness apparently caused by smouldering ash.

Students paying £500 per month for rooms no longer required

Students paying £500 per month for rooms no longer required

STUDENTS are having to pay rents for accommodation they do not need.

Home workers during coronavirus may be able to claim tax rebate

Home workers during coronavirus may be able to claim tax rebate

People working from home are entitled to claim money back from the government – even if they are on a full-time salary.

Second life-saving air ambulance helicopter launched

Second life-saving air ambulance helicopter launched

The Scottish Charity Air Ambulance has launched a second life-saving air ambulance helicopter to meet the demand for the service throughout Scotland.

Resident captures photograph of rare corona around the moon

Resident captures photograph of rare corona around the moon

An amateur photographer took a rare picture of last night's corona in the moon-lit sky.

Dumpers tip dozens of bags of rubbish at a Black Isle beauty spot

Dumpers tip dozens of bags of rubbish at a Black Isle beauty spot

ANGRY community figures have slammed fly-tippers after dozens of bags of rubbish is dumped at the Clootie Well, a Black Isle beauty spot.

Charity looks for new ways to feed children during coronavirus crisis

Charity looks for new ways to feed children during coronavirus crisis

Mary's Meals looking for new ways to feed children during coronavirus lockdown

Crime fears after thieves hit care homes

Crime fears after thieves hit care homes

FEARS about a looming crime wave have been raised by the head of Crimestoppers in Scotland.

Campaign launched for Raigmore children's ward to keep medical staff in touch with parents

Campaign launched for Raigmore children's ward to keep medical staff in touch with parents

A campaign has been launched to raise some much-needed money for equipment for children in hospital at Raigmore.

Cash and credit card stolen from house in Inverness

Cash and credit card stolen from house in Inverness

Police are hunting a "sneak-in" thief who stole money from a house in Inverness.

Cancer Research UK advice for cancer patients and their families

Cancer Research UK advice for cancer patients and their families

Cancer Research UK is constantly updating its website with information for people with cancer and their families.

Don't go to the beach! Police remind public of lockdown rules as weather forecast predicts temperature rise

Don't go to the beach! Police remind public of lockdown rules as weather forecast predicts temperature rise

With temperatures set to climb this weekend, police have reminded the public that driving to a beach would be considered a breach of distancing rules.

Chief constable praises good behaviour as one coronavirus penalty notice issued in Highlands

Chief constable praises good behaviour as one coronavirus penalty notice issued in Highlands

Just one fixed penalty notice has been issued by police in the Highlands since they were given new powers to enforce coronavirus lockdown measures.

Resources available for musicians during the coronavirus lockdown

Resources available for musicians during the coronavirus lockdown

A list of resources for musicians who may find themselves out of work during the coronavirus outbreak.

Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance makes plea for cash

Scotland's Charity Air Ambulance makes plea for cash

An urgent plea for donations has been launched by Scotlands Charity Air Ambulance

Bear Scotland has said it will be focusing on its emergency response

Bear Scotland has said it will be focusing on its emergency response