Home   Authors   Author

Philip Murray


Senior reporter

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.

‘Gull menace still being handled extremely poorly’, say fed-up MSPs after urgent talks calling on action

17 April 2025
‘Gull menace still being handled extremely poorly’, say fed-up MSPs after urgent talks calling on action

‘Gull menace still being handled extremely poorly’, say fed-up MSPs after urgent talks calling on action

17 April 2025

Action to tackle aggressive gulls in Inverness and elsewhere is “no further forward”, worried Highland MSPs fear after crunch meetings last week.


‘Technical’ issue sparks Easter getaway misery for CalMac ferry passengers

17 April 2025
‘Technical’ issue sparks Easter getaway misery for CalMac ferry passengers

‘Technical’ issue sparks Easter getaway misery for CalMac ferry passengers

17 April 2025

CalMac sailings in and out of Ullapool have been hit by cancellations following a “technical” issue - causing Easter getaway misery for passengers.


Inverness cafe’s sudden closure sparks outpouring of messages of support

17 April 2025
Inverness cafe’s sudden closure sparks outpouring of messages of support

Inverness cafe’s sudden closure sparks outpouring of messages of support

17 April 2025

Fans of an Inverness city centre café and deli have been left saddened following its sudden closure.


Crew shortages hit several trains in and out of Inverness

17 April 2025
Crew shortages hit several trains in and out of Inverness

Crew shortages hit several trains in and out of Inverness

17 April 2025

Several trains travelling in and out of Inverness are affected by the disruption - two on the Far North Line and two on the Inverness-Aberdeen line.


‘Vital’ Far North Line railway loop campaign wins backing of election hopeful

17 April 2025
‘Vital’ Far North Line railway loop campaign wins backing of election hopeful

‘Vital’ Far North Line railway loop campaign wins backing of election hopeful

17 April 2025

The campaign for a vital railway project that could sharply improve train reliability on the Far North Line has won the backing of a Holyrood hopeful.


Drone company takeover boosts Inverness business’ aerial survey work

16 April 2025
Drone company takeover boosts Inverness business’ aerial survey work

Drone company takeover boosts Inverness business’ aerial survey work

16 April 2025

A leading aerial survey and inspection business with a base in Inverness is set to expand its operations after buying up a commercial drone operator.


‘Huntington’s disease took my gran, mum and sister, but I won’t let it change my life!’

16 April 2025
‘Huntington’s disease took my gran, mum and sister, but I won’t let it change my life!’

‘Huntington’s disease took my gran, mum and sister, but I won’t let it change my life!’

16 April 2025

A Highland man whose family has been blighted by Huntington’s disease and is now fighting it as well remains fiercely positive about the future.


Fire-ravaged retail building’s demolition a ‘significant step’ towards reopening of Inverness Kart Raceway

16 April 2025
Fire-ravaged retail building’s demolition a ‘significant step’ towards reopening of Inverness Kart Raceway

Fire-ravaged retail building’s demolition a ‘significant step’ towards reopening of Inverness Kart Raceway

16 April 2025

The raceway has praised the community for its "continued support" during its latest update as to when it might reopen following the fire next door.


WATCH: Fake speed bumps in busy road leave stunned residents scratching heads

15 April 2025
WATCH: Fake speed bumps in busy road leave stunned residents scratching heads

WATCH: Fake speed bumps in busy road leave stunned residents scratching heads

15 April 2025

Fake speed bumps have left incredulous locals shaking their heads amid fears the flat road markings will do nothing to improve road safety.


A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes

15 April 2025
A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes

A9 closed in 2 places following 2 crashes

15 April 2025

The A9 was closed in two locations on Tuesday lunchtime after separate crashes on the busy trunk road in Easter Ross and Sutherland.


Irn-Bru announces new Nessie-inspired flavour

15 April 2025
Irn-Bru announces new Nessie-inspired flavour

Irn-Bru announces new Nessie-inspired flavour

15 April 2025

The mysterious new Nessie Nectar flavour of Irn-Bru Xtra will hit shelves in May for two months - and AG Barr is keeping the taste a secret.


‘It means so much!’: Havelock’s grateful owners hail community spirit after shattered pelvis during major refit

14 April 2025
‘It means so much!’: Havelock’s grateful owners hail community spirit after shattered pelvis during major refit

‘It means so much!’: Havelock’s grateful owners hail community spirit after shattered pelvis during major refit

14 April 2025

A year of extraordinary trials & uplifting community spirit has been shared by grateful hoteliers after a serious injury threatened to derail a refit.


Highland HeArt Trail launches - will you spot all 23 sculptures?

14 April 2025
Highland HeArt Trail launches - will you spot all 23 sculptures?

Highland HeArt Trail launches - will you spot all 23 sculptures?

14 April 2025

Beautiful artworks have popped up at sites dotted all across the Highlands - after the Highland Hospice launched its latest sculpture trail.


18-month wait for trains is over as Far North Line station reopens to public

14 April 2025
18-month wait for trains is over as Far North Line station reopens to public

18-month wait for trains is over as Far North Line station reopens to public

14 April 2025

Trains are once again calling at Altnabreac Station in the Flow Country, bringing the request stop’s 18-month long closure to an end.


Sharp fall in rare bird numbers at loch beauty spot sparks water access restrictions consultation

14 April 2025
Sharp fall in rare bird numbers at loch beauty spot sparks water access restrictions consultation

Sharp fall in rare bird numbers at loch beauty spot sparks water access restrictions consultation

14 April 2025

Plummeting rare bird numbers at a Highland beauty spot have sparked plans for water activity restrictions during the breeding season.


Attempted murder charge following serious assault in Inverness nightspot

14 April 2025
Attempted murder charge following serious assault in Inverness nightspot

Attempted murder charge following serious assault in Inverness nightspot

14 April 2025

An 18-year-old man will appear in court later today after being charged in connection with attempted murder following a serious assault a city pub.


Tourist tax ‘looks more of a threat’ to hospitality, warns councillor

12 April 2025
Tourist tax ‘looks more of a threat’ to hospitality, warns councillor

Tourist tax ‘looks more of a threat’ to hospitality, warns councillor

12 April 2025

“Listen to the hospitality trade” over the planned tourist tax, a Highland councillor has urged.


Senior NHS Highland board post filled

11 April 2025
Senior NHS Highland board post filled

Senior NHS Highland board post filled

11 April 2025

NHS Highland has named its new Director of Public Health.


Antisocial behaviour reduction scheme is ‘making Inverness nights out safer’, say pubs

11 April 2025
Antisocial behaviour reduction scheme is ‘making Inverness nights out safer’, say pubs

Antisocial behaviour reduction scheme is ‘making Inverness nights out safer’, say pubs

11 April 2025

An anti-social behaviour reduction scheme in Inverness is helping to keep Highland revellers safer - and that’s official.


Ferintosh Distillery plans shelved - for now

11 April 2025
Ferintosh Distillery plans shelved - for now

Ferintosh Distillery plans shelved - for now

11 April 2025

Controversial plans for a new distillery have been pulled temporarily by developers amid promises to revise them in the wake of vocal opposition.


This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies - Learn More