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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

Rachel Smart

Could you be a foster carer?

17 May 2025
Could you be a foster carer?

Could you be a foster carer?

17 May 2025

An appeal has been issued for more people to become foster carers as Highland Council revealed it is currently looking after 103 children.


‘Disgusting’ act slammed by sheriff

15 May 2025
‘Disgusting’ act slammed by sheriff

‘Disgusting’ act slammed by sheriff

15 May 2025

A man who assaulted his partner and spat at her mother has been jailed.


Highland cycling project proves that bikes – and their riders – come in all shapes and sizes

14 May 2025
Highland cycling project proves that bikes – and their riders – come in all shapes and sizes

Highland cycling project proves that bikes – and their riders – come in all shapes and sizes

14 May 2025

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Rachel Smart joins the team from Inclusive Cycling to try out some of the specially adapted cycles that are helping people get active


Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

14 May 2025
Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

14 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are set to return in 2025.


Artist set to appear on TV show capturing his work on tower

13 May 2025
Artist set to appear on TV show capturing his work on tower

Artist set to appear on TV show capturing his work on tower

13 May 2025

An artist and craftsman from Beauly is set to appear on a television show.


Highland businesses scoop awards for delicious pies at national awards ceremony

12 May 2025
Highland businesses scoop awards for delicious pies at national awards ceremony

Highland businesses scoop awards for delicious pies at national awards ceremony

12 May 2025

Butchers and bakeries from the Highlands have claimed prizes at the 2025 World Championship Scotch Pie Awards.


The Traitors winner is special guest at Hollywood Bowl’s VIP launch

12 May 2025
The Traitors winner is special guest at Hollywood Bowl’s VIP launch

The Traitors winner is special guest at Hollywood Bowl’s VIP launch

12 May 2025

The 2025 winner of The Traitors enjoyed a game of bowling at Inverness’ newest entertainment centre.


80 artists to gather at Eden Court to explore how shift to renewable energy impacts communities

12 May 2025
80 artists to gather at Eden Court to explore how shift to renewable energy impacts communities

80 artists to gather at Eden Court to explore how shift to renewable energy impacts communities

12 May 2025

Around 80 artists, curators and other art world players will gather in Inverness.


Inverness man who attempted to break into a house was caught on CCTV

12 May 2025
Inverness man who attempted to break into a house was caught on CCTV

Inverness man who attempted to break into a house was caught on CCTV

12 May 2025

Stuart Lilley (50) was using tools during his bid to get inside a property in Southside Road on July 5, last year.


Man stole quantities of booze from an Inverness supermarket to fuel his addiction

11 May 2025
Man stole quantities of booze from an Inverness supermarket to fuel his addiction

Man stole quantities of booze from an Inverness supermarket to fuel his addiction

11 May 2025

A man stole quantities of booze from an Inverness supermarket to fuel his addiction.


Inverness property that was finalist in BBC Scotland’s Home of the Year on the market for £600,000

11 May 2025
Inverness property that was finalist in BBC Scotland’s Home of the Year on the market for £600,000

Inverness property that was finalist in BBC Scotland’s Home of the Year on the market for £600,000

11 May 2025

After a 14 year renovation, the Inverness home in Crown is on the market at offers of over £600,000.


Toxic plant giant hogweed gets treated in Culloden as public urged to look out for it

11 May 2025
Toxic plant giant hogweed gets treated in Culloden as public urged to look out for it

Toxic plant giant hogweed gets treated in Culloden as public urged to look out for it

11 May 2025

Volunteers and workers have been making the most of the glorious weather to treat an invasive species.


Inverness father told police officers that he ‘would get them’ when they were off duty

11 May 2025
Inverness father told police officers that he ‘would get them’ when they were off duty

Inverness father told police officers that he ‘would get them’ when they were off duty

11 May 2025

James Lane (34) became volatile and threatening and uttered violence to police officers who had attended his address on another matter on March 11.


Protesters turn out in large numbers to demand immediate ceasefire in Gaza

11 May 2025
Protesters turn out in large numbers to demand immediate ceasefire in Gaza

Protesters turn out in large numbers to demand immediate ceasefire in Gaza

11 May 2025

One-thousand protestors took part in a staged a sit-down demonstration on Ness Bridge, yesterday.


Loch Ness cruise company celebrate 50th anniversary with the launch of new app

11 May 2025
Loch Ness cruise company celebrate 50th anniversary with the launch of new app

Loch Ness cruise company celebrate 50th anniversary with the launch of new app

11 May 2025

Jacobite Loch Ness Cruises is celebrating its 50th anniversary with the launch of an app.


WEEKEND COURT ROUND UP: Traffic cone attack, Fairways fire accused and knife carrying

11 May 2025
WEEKEND COURT ROUND UP: Traffic cone attack, Fairways fire accused and knife carrying

WEEKEND COURT ROUND UP: Traffic cone attack, Fairways fire accused and knife carrying

11 May 2025

It’s been another busy week at Inverness Sheriff Court.


Inverness-based charity gets funding boost from supermarket giant

10 May 2025
Inverness-based charity gets funding boost from supermarket giant

Inverness-based charity gets funding boost from supermarket giant

10 May 2025

Asda Foundation has given a £1,000 grant to Spokes For Folks.


Daylight shows damage of Tomnahurich Cemetery Hill fire

10 May 2025
Daylight shows damage of Tomnahurich Cemetery Hill fire

Daylight shows damage of Tomnahurich Cemetery Hill fire

10 May 2025

Pictures captured show the damage a fire at Tomnahurich Cemetery Hill caused last night.


Community walk to take place in Inverness for Mental Health Awareness week

10 May 2025
Community walk to take place in Inverness for Mental Health Awareness week

Community walk to take place in Inverness for Mental Health Awareness week

10 May 2025

The walk, titled ‘Bridge of Hope: One Bridge, One Breath, One Shared Journey’, will begin at 4pm at The Gathering Place, Bught Road.


Strictly Inverness contestants share about their dancing adventure as competition takes place this week

10 May 2025
Strictly Inverness contestants share about their dancing adventure as competition takes place this week

Strictly Inverness contestants share about their dancing adventure as competition takes place this week

10 May 2025

In this week’s Strictly for a Cause podcast we catch up with Chris Dixon and Elisha Gilham.


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