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Niall Harkiss


Rural communities reporter

Niall Harkiss is our rural communities reporter, mostly covering stories for the Northern Times, Ross-shire Journal and Strathspey and Badenoch Herald titles. An experienced writer and publisher covering sport and community news, Niall joined the company in 2021.

Niall Harkiss

Balloan beat Clachnacuddin in 10-goal Inverness derby thriller

22 November 2024
Balloan beat Clachnacuddin in 10-goal Inverness derby thriller

Balloan beat Clachnacuddin in 10-goal Inverness derby thriller

22 November 2024

Some match at Inverness Royal Academy


Politicians, activists and content creators from the Highlands on why they have flown the nest to BlueSky

22 November 2024
Politicians, activists and content creators from the Highlands on why they have flown the nest to BlueSky

Politicians, activists and content creators from the Highlands on why they have flown the nest to BlueSky

22 November 2024

Micro-bloggers in the Highlands are among 21 million to now use the upstart app.


Man (19) arrested after single vehicle crash in Inverness

15 November 2024
Man (19) arrested after single vehicle crash in Inverness

Man (19) arrested after single vehicle crash in Inverness

15 November 2024

A man has been arrested after a crash involving a car on Drummond Crescent in Inverness this afternoon, police have confirmed.


Big win for Balloan under-18s as Clach snatch late draw against Dingwall

14 November 2024
Big win for Balloan under-18s as Clach snatch late draw against Dingwall

Big win for Balloan under-18s as Clach snatch late draw against Dingwall

14 November 2024

Balloan kept the pressure on league leaders Wick with a win at Buckie.


UPDATE: A9 clear after restrictions due to crash south of Tore roundabout

13 November 2024
UPDATE: A9 clear after restrictions due to crash south of Tore roundabout

UPDATE: A9 clear after restrictions due to crash south of Tore roundabout

13 November 2024

The A9 is now clear following a crash near Tore.


A9 traffic restricted after crash south of Tore roundabout

13 November 2024
A9 traffic restricted after crash south of Tore roundabout

A9 traffic restricted after crash south of Tore roundabout

13 November 2024

Police are in attendance.


Appointment of board chairs to UHI Inverness and UHI Moray to bring ‘outstanding expertise’ to learning

11 November 2024
Appointment of board chairs to UHI Inverness and UHI Moray to bring ‘outstanding expertise’ to learning

Appointment of board chairs to UHI Inverness and UHI Moray to bring ‘outstanding expertise’ to learning

11 November 2024

Victoria Erasmus will take the chair for UHI Inverness in 2025, while Eilidh Kennedy McLean MBE will take up her position for UHI Moray in December.


Group slams ‘unconscionable’ and ‘nasty’ attack on Remembrance postbox display

04 November 2024
Group slams ‘unconscionable’ and ‘nasty’ attack on Remembrance postbox display

Group slams ‘unconscionable’ and ‘nasty’ attack on Remembrance postbox display

04 November 2024

Members of a knitting and crocheting group branded the behaviour of vandals as “disgraceful” after a postbox topper was attacked on Saturday.


PICTURES: ‘Amazing’ produce showcased at Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2024

03 November 2024
PICTURES: ‘Amazing’ produce showcased at Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2024

PICTURES: ‘Amazing’ produce showcased at Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2024

03 November 2024

The winners of this year’s Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards (HIFAD) were announced on Friday night.


PICTURES: Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes hails new Gaelic centre in Inverness as space for speakers to communicate ‘freely’

02 November 2024
PICTURES: Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes hails new Gaelic centre in Inverness as space for speakers to communicate ‘freely’

PICTURES: Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes hails new Gaelic centre in Inverness as space for speakers to communicate ‘freely’

02 November 2024

It was announced earlier that the facility will receive a £370,000 funding boost from the Scottish Government.


‘I’ve never met a club like you before’ – Scottish singer-songwriter Edwyn Collins shows support for Highland football team before first win in four years

02 November 2024
‘I’ve never met a club like you before’ – Scottish singer-songwriter Edwyn Collins shows support for Highland football team before first win in four years

‘I’ve never met a club like you before’ – Scottish singer-songwriter Edwyn Collins shows support for Highland football team before first win in four years

02 November 2024

From supporting Coldplay, to supporting Bunillidh Thistle, Edwyn Collins and his Clashnarrow Studios are the Helmsdale club’s newest sponsor.


Teenage children missing in Inverness now traced ‘safe and well’, police confirm

02 November 2024
Teenage children missing in Inverness now traced ‘safe and well’, police confirm

Teenage children missing in Inverness now traced ‘safe and well’, police confirm

02 November 2024

Police have confirmed that two missing teenage children, who were last seen in Inverness on Wednesday, have now been traced.


Inverness Scouts aim to make Christmas card sending ‘more affordable’

02 November 2024
Inverness Scouts aim to make Christmas card sending ‘more affordable’

Inverness Scouts aim to make Christmas card sending ‘more affordable’

02 November 2024

The Scout Christmas post service is set to relaunch on November 16.


Stagecoach bus services in Inverness affected by cancellations due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’ this morning

01 November 2024
Stagecoach bus services in Inverness affected by cancellations due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’ this morning

Stagecoach bus services in Inverness affected by cancellations due to ‘unforeseen circumstances’ this morning

01 November 2024

Bus services across Inverness have been cancelled this morning due to “unforeseen circumstances”.


Clachnacuddin youngsters come out on top to win Inverness derby

31 October 2024
Clachnacuddin youngsters come out on top to win Inverness derby

Clachnacuddin youngsters come out on top to win Inverness derby

31 October 2024

Young Lilywhites impress in Under-18 Highland League North.


Gibson to the four as Balloan youngsters run riot against Rothes to go top of Highland League North

24 October 2024
Gibson to the four as Balloan youngsters run riot against Rothes to go top of Highland League North

Gibson to the four as Balloan youngsters run riot against Rothes to go top of Highland League North

24 October 2024

Balloan showed no signs of taking their foot off the pedal on Sunday.


Inverness Samaritans aim to raise awareness of service with Dawn Walk for World Mental Health Day

10 October 2024
Inverness Samaritans aim to raise awareness of service with Dawn Walk for World Mental Health Day

Inverness Samaritans aim to raise awareness of service with Dawn Walk for World Mental Health Day

10 October 2024

The walk is planned to take place next Saturday, October 12.


Inverness under-18s beaten by Wick Academy as Alness United youngsters thrash Rothes

09 October 2024
Inverness under-18s beaten by Wick Academy as Alness United youngsters thrash Rothes

Inverness under-18s beaten by Wick Academy as Alness United youngsters thrash Rothes

09 October 2024

There were big wins for Wick Academy, Alness United and Lossiemouth this past weekend.


MISSING: Worried care home staff and residents appeal for help to find Mabel the cat

09 October 2024
MISSING: Worried care home staff and residents appeal for help to find Mabel the cat

MISSING: Worried care home staff and residents appeal for help to find Mabel the cat

09 October 2024

Have you seen Mabel the cat?


Save ICT Fund hits 32 per cent of £200k target 10 days before Caley Thistle administration deadline

06 October 2024
Save ICT Fund hits 32 per cent of £200k target 10 days before Caley Thistle administration deadline

Save ICT Fund hits 32 per cent of £200k target 10 days before Caley Thistle administration deadline

06 October 2024

The club still need to raise over £135,000 in the next 10 days.


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