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Philip Murray


News editor and sub editor

Philip Murray is a news editor and sub editor for Highland News and Media. He joined the company in 2014. He has worked in the industry for 20 years.

Missing girl (13) sparks police appeal

14 October 2024
Missing girl (13) sparks police appeal

Missing girl (13) sparks police appeal

14 October 2024

Caitlin McIntosh was last seen on October 12 at 12am in Inverness but she has links to the Glasgow, Lockerbie and Dunfermline areas


Caley Jags’ £200,000 crowdfunder still to reach £80,000 with just three days left

13 October 2024
Caley Jags’ £200,000 crowdfunder still to reach £80,000 with just three days left

Caley Jags’ £200,000 crowdfunder still to reach £80,000 with just three days left

13 October 2024

A crowdfunding page aimed at helping Caley Thistle avoid administration raised just £1200 in the last 24 hours.


Missing Inverness teenager found ‘safe and well’

13 October 2024
Missing Inverness teenager found ‘safe and well’

Missing Inverness teenager found ‘safe and well’

13 October 2024

A teen who went missing in Inverness three days ago has been “traced safe and well”, say police.


Royal National Mòd announces Highland artists on final shortlist for Highland Art Prize

13 October 2024
Royal National Mòd announces Highland artists on final shortlist for Highland Art Prize

Royal National Mòd announces Highland artists on final shortlist for Highland Art Prize

13 October 2024

Day two of the Royal National Mòd brought joy for a number of Highland artists after they were named on the shortlist for the Highland Art Prize.


Highland tributes flood in for Alex Salmond after former First Minister’s death

13 October 2024
Highland tributes flood in for Alex Salmond after former First Minister’s death

Highland tributes flood in for Alex Salmond after former First Minister’s death

13 October 2024

Tributes have continued to flood in from politicians in the north following the shock death of former First Minister Alex Salmond.


Flight delays and cancellations hit Inverness airport passengers

13 October 2024
Flight delays and cancellations hit Inverness airport passengers

Flight delays and cancellations hit Inverness airport passengers

13 October 2024

Several of KLM’s flights to and from Inverness and Amsterdam have been hit by lengthy delays or cancellations on Sunday.


Funeral announced for tireless public servant Janet Home MBE

13 October 2024
Funeral announced for tireless public servant Janet Home MBE

Funeral announced for tireless public servant Janet Home MBE

13 October 2024

Tributes have also flooded in for the Inverness community stalwart, whose funeral will take place on Tuesday.


Missing teen sparks police appeal

13 October 2024
Missing teen sparks police appeal

Missing teen sparks police appeal

13 October 2024

Aiden Cumming has not been seen since 5.15pm on Thursday.


Caley Jags add another £1700 but just four days remain to reach £200,000

12 October 2024
Caley Jags add another £1700 but just four days remain to reach £200,000

Caley Jags add another £1700 but just four days remain to reach £200,000

12 October 2024

The club is still more than £120,000 short of its £200,000 target to avoid administration, with just four days remaining.


Picture Detective: Do you recognise these mystery Highland snapshots?

12 October 2024
Picture Detective: Do you recognise these mystery Highland snapshots?

Picture Detective: Do you recognise these mystery Highland snapshots?

12 October 2024

Are you in our latest mystery photos, or do you know anyone who is? Do you remember any of the events?


Witness appeal launched by police investigating A9 crash which left pedestrian ‘seriously injured’ in hospital

12 October 2024
Witness appeal launched by police investigating A9 crash which left pedestrian ‘seriously injured’ in hospital

Witness appeal launched by police investigating A9 crash which left pedestrian ‘seriously injured’ in hospital

12 October 2024

Police investigating a serious road collision that left a pedestrian in hospital have appealed for anyone with information to come forward.


Disruptive riverside power cabling work ‘is now 85 per cent complete’

12 October 2024
Disruptive riverside power cabling work ‘is now 85 per cent complete’

Disruptive riverside power cabling work ‘is now 85 per cent complete’

12 October 2024

Underground cabling work which has caused roadside disruption to the riverside in Inverness is nearing completion, according to contractors.


WATCH: Hollywood star Karen Gillan unveils Belladrum theme for 2025

12 October 2024
WATCH: Hollywood star Karen Gillan unveils Belladrum theme for 2025

WATCH: Hollywood star Karen Gillan unveils Belladrum theme for 2025

12 October 2024

A dash of the silver screen looks set to shine at the ever-popular Belladrum Festival next year - after the event announced a Moo-vie theme for 2025.


PICTURES: Tree strike blocks line after early morning surprise for ScotRail commuters

12 October 2024
PICTURES: Tree strike blocks line after early morning surprise for ScotRail commuters

PICTURES: Tree strike blocks line after early morning surprise for ScotRail commuters

12 October 2024

The Far North Line was shut near Conon Bridge for more than an hour after a train struck a tree. Services have since resumed.


ScotRail’s ‘return to normal’ mocked by fed-up Highland passengers after cancellations misery

12 October 2024
ScotRail’s ‘return to normal’ mocked by fed-up Highland passengers after cancellations misery

ScotRail’s ‘return to normal’ mocked by fed-up Highland passengers after cancellations misery

12 October 2024

A string of cancellations in the week rail services were meant to ‘return to normal’ pose a “dangerous threat” to the lines’ viability, an MP fears.


‘Seriously injured’ pedestrian taken to hospital after A9 collision

12 October 2024
‘Seriously injured’ pedestrian taken to hospital after A9 collision

‘Seriously injured’ pedestrian taken to hospital after A9 collision

12 October 2024

A pedestrian was taken to Raigmore Hospital with “serious injuries” last night after being struck by a car on the A9 in Golspie.


Heart attack hero honoured after shinty match ended in life and death battle

12 October 2024
Heart attack hero honoured after shinty match ended in life and death battle

Heart attack hero honoured after shinty match ended in life and death battle

12 October 2024

A lifesaver has been honoured after a shinty match on a pitch at Castle Leod near Strathpeffer turned into a life and death drama.


Increase in mountain rescues sparks safety warning plea to hikers

12 October 2024
Increase in mountain rescues sparks safety warning plea to hikers

Increase in mountain rescues sparks safety warning plea to hikers

12 October 2024

Mountain rescuers have urged hikers to ensure they are properly prepared - after a rise in the number of incidents.


‘Urgent track repairs’ close Highland Mainline, ScotRail warns

12 October 2024
‘Urgent track repairs’ close Highland Mainline, ScotRail warns

‘Urgent track repairs’ close Highland Mainline, ScotRail warns

12 October 2024

Disruption is expected until at least 8.30am after a track fault south of Pitlochry.


Five days left for Caley Jags to stave off administration threat

11 October 2024
Five days left for Caley Jags to stave off administration threat

Five days left for Caley Jags to stave off administration threat

11 October 2024

Inverness Caledonian Thistle needs to raise almost another £125,000 in the next five days if it is to avoid declaring administration on Wednesday.


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