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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.

Sauna plan for public park sparks objection from environmental health team

14 March 2025
Sauna plan for public park sparks objection from environmental health team

Sauna plan for public park sparks objection from environmental health team

14 March 2025

Environmental officers have objected to current plans for a community sauna in an Inverness park.


‘Welcome step’ in campaign for Highland energy bill rebate, says MP

13 March 2025
‘Welcome step’ in campaign for Highland energy bill rebate, says MP

‘Welcome step’ in campaign for Highland energy bill rebate, says MP

13 March 2025

Could an energy bill rebate for Highland residents be a step closer? That’s the hope of a local MP after a meeting with a UK government minister.


Upgraded submersibles to scour the depths of Loch Ness for Nessie

13 March 2025
Upgraded submersibles to scour the depths of Loch Ness for Nessie

Upgraded submersibles to scour the depths of Loch Ness for Nessie

13 March 2025

A new search for Nessie will take place in Loch Ness this May - after the Loch Ness Centre announced plans for upgraded tech to scour below the waves.


Second Bryan Adams gig sells out in minutes

13 March 2025
Second Bryan Adams gig sells out in minutes

Second Bryan Adams gig sells out in minutes

13 March 2025

Rock legend Bryan Adams’ second Inverness gig has sold out in just minutes!


Paw patrol: Hondo’s long arm of the paw to join Inverness policing team?

13 March 2025
Paw patrol: Hondo’s long arm of the paw to join Inverness policing team?

Paw patrol: Hondo’s long arm of the paw to join Inverness policing team?

13 March 2025

The police look set to add a furry cute new addition to their Highland force - their first ever Giant Schnauzer pup!


PICTURES: Wedding inspiration brings happy couples flocking to Eden Court fair

12 March 2025
PICTURES: Wedding inspiration brings happy couples flocking to Eden Court fair

PICTURES: Wedding inspiration brings happy couples flocking to Eden Court fair

12 March 2025

Love was in the air when happy couples flocked to the latest spectacular Highland Wedding Fair at the weekend.


Axed nightclub plan site back in spotlight after holiday lets permission sought

12 March 2025
Axed nightclub plan site back in spotlight after holiday lets permission sought

Axed nightclub plan site back in spotlight after holiday lets permission sought

12 March 2025

The developer behind scrapped proposals for a new riverside nightclub in Inverness has lodged fresh plans that include holiday lets at the same site.


Talented filmmakers win big at FilmG awards

12 March 2025
Talented filmmakers win big at FilmG awards

Talented filmmakers win big at FilmG awards

12 March 2025

Highland filmmaking talent has been recognised at a glittering ceremony after people from the region picked up top titles in the FilmG awards.


Wedding fair brings hundreds flocking to Eden Court for inspiration

09 March 2025
Wedding fair brings hundreds flocking to Eden Court for inspiration

Wedding fair brings hundreds flocking to Eden Court for inspiration

09 March 2025

Hundreds of besotted couples flocked to Eden Court at the weekend for the return of the ever popular Highland Wedding Fair.


Masked firestarter rammed car into building and started huge blaze, police confirm

09 March 2025
Masked firestarter rammed car into building and started huge blaze, police confirm

Masked firestarter rammed car into building and started huge blaze, police confirm

09 March 2025

After ramming the building in Fairways Business Park, the suspect torched the car and building and fled the scene, say police


Fire-ravaged building’s neighbour ‘not damaged’ by blaze, confirms club

09 March 2025
Fire-ravaged building’s neighbour ‘not damaged’ by blaze, confirms club

Fire-ravaged building’s neighbour ‘not damaged’ by blaze, confirms club

09 March 2025

An Inverness bowling club has confirmed that it was not damaged in a fire which devastated several businesses immediately next door.


PICTURES: Aerial footage shows scale of fire devastation

09 March 2025
PICTURES: Aerial footage shows scale of fire devastation

PICTURES: Aerial footage shows scale of fire devastation

09 March 2025

Dramatic drone footage has emerged showing the devastation caused by a fire in Inverness last night, and the narrow escape for neighbouring buildings.


‘Truly heartbroken but we will carry on’ vows fire-ravaged business

09 March 2025
‘Truly heartbroken but we will carry on’ vows fire-ravaged business

‘Truly heartbroken but we will carry on’ vows fire-ravaged business

09 March 2025

SJ Travel Centre, which was one of the firms hit by a major fire last night, says it remains "very much operational" despite the “devastating” blow.


Tributes to firefighters for stopping spread of massive blaze

09 March 2025
Tributes to firefighters for stopping spread of massive blaze

Tributes to firefighters for stopping spread of massive blaze

09 March 2025

Tributes are being paid to the emergency services after they spent hours battling a major blaze last night.


COURT ROUND-UP: Rapist who faked own death has more time added to sentence over offence

09 March 2025
COURT ROUND-UP: Rapist who faked own death has more time added to sentence over offence

COURT ROUND-UP: Rapist who faked own death has more time added to sentence over offence

09 March 2025

Other court cases this week included a man who bit off part of a victim’s nose; and another man who told police they’d be getting a ‘cartel death.


£25,000 windfall promised for community garden projects as Simpsons celebrates 25 years

08 March 2025
£25,000 windfall promised for community garden projects as Simpsons celebrates 25 years

£25,000 windfall promised for community garden projects as Simpsons celebrates 25 years

08 March 2025

Green-fingered school, community and charity projects in the Highlands are set for a £25k windfall this spring - thanks to an Inverness garden centre.


Beauty spot improvement plan objections ‘overstated’, claims city woodland group

08 March 2025
Beauty spot improvement plan objections ‘overstated’, claims city woodland group

Beauty spot improvement plan objections ‘overstated’, claims city woodland group

08 March 2025

Complaints over plans to improve a popular beauty spot in Inverness include fears that are “completely overstated” and “not well founded in fact”.


Fog sparks flight disruption misery in Inverness

08 March 2025
Fog sparks flight disruption misery in Inverness

Fog sparks flight disruption misery in Inverness

08 March 2025

Thick fog caused misery for airline passengers heading in and out of Inverness on Saturday - after it sparked delays, cancellations and diversions.


Popular Victorian Market shop Ginger to close after 16 years

08 March 2025
Popular Victorian Market shop Ginger to close after 16 years

Popular Victorian Market shop Ginger to close after 16 years

08 March 2025

Warm wishes have flooded in after a popular Victorian Market shop announced it is to close.


Glitzy masquerade ball to raise funds for school

08 March 2025
Glitzy masquerade ball to raise funds for school

Glitzy masquerade ball to raise funds for school

08 March 2025

A fancy masquerade ball will help to raise funds for an Inverness school this spring.


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