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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

Inverness charity hiker in running for flights prize after ‘emotional’ reunion with daughter proves a hit with airline

20 January 2025
Inverness charity hiker in running for flights prize after ‘emotional’ reunion with daughter proves a hit with airline

Inverness charity hiker in running for flights prize after ‘emotional’ reunion with daughter proves a hit with airline

20 January 2025

An Inverness woman is in the running for a year of free flights after reaching the last three of an online travel competition.


Inverness footballer prepares to tackle London Marathon for Leukaemia UK after ‘inspirational’ dad’s battle with blood cancer

19 January 2025
Inverness footballer prepares to tackle London Marathon for Leukaemia UK after ‘inspirational’ dad’s battle with blood cancer

Inverness footballer prepares to tackle London Marathon for Leukaemia UK after ‘inspirational’ dad’s battle with blood cancer

19 January 2025

Preparing to return to the marathon circuit, Lewis Smith has now made it his mission to support Leukaemia UK.


‘Proud to play our part in promoting Loch Ness’ - HIE grant enables Drumnadrochit community-owned centre to enhance cycling for visitors

19 January 2025
‘Proud to play our part in promoting Loch Ness’ - HIE grant enables Drumnadrochit community-owned centre to enhance cycling for visitors

‘Proud to play our part in promoting Loch Ness’ - HIE grant enables Drumnadrochit community-owned centre to enhance cycling for visitors

19 January 2025

An award-winning and community-owned visitor centre in Drumnadrochit is enhancing cycling facilities for visitors.


University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) kickstart 2025 with ‘motivating and inspiring’ staff and student research conference

19 January 2025
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) kickstart 2025 with ‘motivating and inspiring’ staff and student research conference

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) kickstart 2025 with ‘motivating and inspiring’ staff and student research conference

19 January 2025

The theme of ‘research horizons and trajectories’ was at the heart of a UHI staff and student research conference.


Mental health support charity Mikeysline prepares to mark 10-year anniversary with ‘10-for-10’ challenge

18 January 2025
Mental health support charity Mikeysline prepares to mark 10-year anniversary with ‘10-for-10’ challenge

Mental health support charity Mikeysline prepares to mark 10-year anniversary with ‘10-for-10’ challenge

18 January 2025

Mikeysline, first established in 2015, has been offering confidential and non-judgmental support for almost a decade.


Trio of Inverness art venues collaborate to celebrate Gaelic culture with new exhibition

18 January 2025
Trio of Inverness art venues collaborate to celebrate Gaelic culture with new exhibition

Trio of Inverness art venues collaborate to celebrate Gaelic culture with new exhibition

18 January 2025

A range of works from artists inspired by the Gaelic language, culture and a connection to the land is set to feature in a multi-site exhibition.


Internationally renowned musician Edwyn Collins debuts new track recorded and filmed at Helmsdale home ahead of release of 10th solo album

18 January 2025
Internationally renowned musician Edwyn Collins debuts new track recorded and filmed at Helmsdale home ahead of release of 10th solo album

Internationally renowned musician Edwyn Collins debuts new track recorded and filmed at Helmsdale home ahead of release of 10th solo album

18 January 2025

Internationally renowned singer-songwriter Edwyn Collins has put Helmsdale at the heart of his 10th solo album with the release of its first track.


Culloden amateur coaching team named as co-managers of revived Inverness Thistle FC

14 January 2025
Culloden amateur coaching team named as co-managers of revived Inverness Thistle FC

Culloden amateur coaching team named as co-managers of revived Inverness Thistle FC

14 January 2025

Culloden AFC managers Ryan Macleod and Drew Martin have taken the reins at Inverness Thistle.


Police launch appeal to find dog owner after Boxing Day attack in Nairn

13 January 2025
Police launch appeal to find dog owner after Boxing Day attack in Nairn

Police launch appeal to find dog owner after Boxing Day attack in Nairn

13 January 2025

Police in Nairn have launched an appeal after a person was attacked by a dog in Nairn.


SEPA issue flood warnings for Strathcarron and Strath Oykel amid alerts across Highlands of snow melt and forecast rain

13 January 2025
SEPA issue flood warnings for Strathcarron and Strath Oykel amid alerts across Highlands of snow melt and forecast rain

SEPA issue flood warnings for Strathcarron and Strath Oykel amid alerts across Highlands of snow melt and forecast rain

13 January 2025

Flood warnings are in place for Strathcarron and Strath Oykel.


Council approve plans for ‘urgent’ repairs and improvements to former East Church turned Gaelic language and cultural centre

10 January 2025
Council approve plans for ‘urgent’ repairs and improvements to former East Church turned Gaelic language and cultural centre

Council approve plans for ‘urgent’ repairs and improvements to former East Church turned Gaelic language and cultural centre

10 January 2025

Gaelic language charity Culturlann Inbhir Nis acquired the 225-year-old building in 2023.


Bowel cancer survivor and record-breaking marathon runner Adele Roberts urges fundraisers to sign up for Race for Life Inverness in 2025

06 January 2025
Bowel cancer survivor and record-breaking marathon runner Adele Roberts urges fundraisers to sign up for Race for Life Inverness in 2025

Bowel cancer survivor and record-breaking marathon runner Adele Roberts urges fundraisers to sign up for Race for Life Inverness in 2025

06 January 2025

More than £70,000 was raised in total at last year’s event.


UPDATE: Repair time for Scottish Water outage in IV2 areas extended to 8pm

06 January 2025
UPDATE: Repair time for Scottish Water outage in IV2 areas extended to 8pm

UPDATE: Repair time for Scottish Water outage in IV2 areas extended to 8pm

06 January 2025

A burst water pipe has left residents in IV2 areas with an interruption to service.


‘It’s always been more than a job’ – University Dean’s fond farewell after ‘transformative’ 21 years with UHI

22 December 2024
‘It’s always been more than a job’ – University Dean’s fond farewell after ‘transformative’ 21 years with UHI

‘It’s always been more than a job’ – University Dean’s fond farewell after ‘transformative’ 21 years with UHI

22 December 2024

One of the people involved in the “transformative” establishment of UHI will be moving on to new challenges after the new year.


Donation of van is ‘game changer’ for vital Highland NHS courier charity

21 December 2024
Donation of van is ‘game changer’ for vital Highland NHS courier charity

Donation of van is ‘game changer’ for vital Highland NHS courier charity

21 December 2024

A vital charity helping communities across the Highlands has unveiled its newest set of wheels after a generous donation.


‘Inverness is losing its buzz’ - petition calls for new nightclub

16 December 2024
‘Inverness is losing its buzz’ - petition calls for new nightclub

‘Inverness is losing its buzz’ - petition calls for new nightclub

16 December 2024

Innes Munro wants to demonstrate to potential investors that city is a vibrant, year-round business opportunity.


Enterprising arts and culture student creates ‘safe and encouraging’ space for Inverness creatives as part of charity pilot

15 December 2024
Enterprising arts and culture student creates ‘safe and encouraging’ space for Inverness creatives as part of charity pilot

Enterprising arts and culture student creates ‘safe and encouraging’ space for Inverness creatives as part of charity pilot

15 December 2024

Creative artists in Inverness are benefitting from a ‘safe’ and ‘encouraging’ space to try out new material.


Inverness councillor slams ‘arrogant’ rejection of motion to consider splitting up Highland Council

15 December 2024
Inverness councillor slams ‘arrogant’ rejection of motion to consider splitting up Highland Council

Inverness councillor slams ‘arrogant’ rejection of motion to consider splitting up Highland Council

15 December 2024

Inverness Central councillor Dr Michael Gregson branded as “arrogant”.


Rising Star award for Highland Council EV charging project leader from Inverness

15 December 2024
Rising Star award for Highland Council EV charging project leader from Inverness

Rising Star award for Highland Council EV charging project leader from Inverness

15 December 2024

Rachael Anderson from Inverness has been recognised for her work in developing and promoting EV infrastructure.


UPDATE: Body found in search for missing Cairngorms skier

14 December 2024
UPDATE: Body found in search for missing Cairngorms skier

UPDATE: Body found in search for missing Cairngorms skier

14 December 2024

The body of a man has been found in the Cairngorms.


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