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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

Woman attempted to punch a police officer outside Inverness rehab facility

19 July 2025
Woman attempted to punch a police officer outside Inverness rehab facility

Woman attempted to punch a police officer outside Inverness rehab facility

19 July 2025

Holly Mackay (27) was found by police at a Dingwall roundabout and taken back to Beechwood House in Inverness in the early hours of February 28.


Woman caught nearly four times the drink-drive limit

19 July 2025
Woman caught nearly four times the drink-drive limit

Woman caught nearly four times the drink-drive limit

19 July 2025

A woman was caught at nearly four times the drink-drive limit.


A96 car crash that involved stolen car with three taken to hospital and dog killed sparks renewed police appeal

19 July 2025
A96 car crash that involved stolen car with three taken to hospital and dog killed sparks renewed police appeal

A96 car crash that involved stolen car with three taken to hospital and dog killed sparks renewed police appeal

19 July 2025

Police are continuing to appeal for information about a crash on the A96, which saw three people taken to hospital and a dog killed.


Nairn Community Fire Station urges people to avoid risky behaviour outdoors after Littlemill fire

19 July 2025
Nairn Community Fire Station urges people to avoid risky behaviour outdoors after Littlemill fire

Nairn Community Fire Station urges people to avoid risky behaviour outdoors after Littlemill fire

19 July 2025

It is urging people to avoid risky behaviour outdoors and to stay alert.


Plans submitted for revamp of exterior to city centre cafe

19 July 2025
Plans submitted for revamp of exterior to city centre cafe

Plans submitted for revamp of exterior to city centre cafe

19 July 2025

Roots Cafe submitted the plans for the façade of the building to change from the current dark blue to its natural style.


Investigation reveals over 3400 abandoned vehicles and 946 fly-tipping incidents reported to council over 5 years

19 July 2025
Investigation reveals over 3400 abandoned vehicles and 946 fly-tipping incidents reported to council over 5 years

Investigation reveals over 3400 abandoned vehicles and 946 fly-tipping incidents reported to council over 5 years

19 July 2025

The statistics show a sharp increase in the number of abandoned vehicles with 327 reported in 2020/2021 to 1291 in 2024/2025.


Blaze at Nairn-Dava road controlled after 30 firefighters attended the scene

19 July 2025
Blaze at Nairn-Dava road controlled after 30 firefighters attended the scene

Blaze at Nairn-Dava road controlled after 30 firefighters attended the scene

19 July 2025

More than 30 firefighters attended the wild fire at Fleenasmore yesterday (July 18).


Woman caught drug-driving twice within a three-week period

19 July 2025
Woman caught drug-driving twice within a three-week period

Woman caught drug-driving twice within a three-week period

19 July 2025

Nicole Calder (34) had cocaine in her system seven times the limit on two occasions between December 2024 and January 2025.


Highland teacher charged with sexual offences against a pupil

18 July 2025
Highland teacher charged with sexual offences against a pupil

Highland teacher charged with sexual offences against a pupil

18 July 2025

David Vincent (57) appeared at Inverness Sheriff Court with charges alleging that he engaged in sexual activity with a pupil under the age of 18.


Older people were left distressed after bus route was cancelled says Highland councillor

18 July 2025
Older people were left distressed after bus route was cancelled says Highland councillor

Older people were left distressed after bus route was cancelled says Highland councillor

18 July 2025

A Highland councillor has said that older people are being left isolated by the withdrawal of bus services.


Finalists for the Highland Business Women awards announced

17 July 2025
Finalists for the Highland Business Women awards announced

Finalists for the Highland Business Women awards announced

17 July 2025

The shortlist for the Highland Business Women Awards has been selected by the judges.


Highland Council to launch new bus route in Inverness running five days a week

16 July 2025
Highland Council to launch new bus route in Inverness running five days a week

Highland Council to launch new bus route in Inverness running five days a week

16 July 2025

A new bus service is set to start in Inverness from August 4.


Trains from Inverness to Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow cancelled due to signalling fault

16 July 2025
Trains from Inverness to Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow cancelled due to signalling fault

Trains from Inverness to Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow cancelled due to signalling fault

16 July 2025

Train services from Inverness to Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Glasgow have all been cancelled.


Inverness woman who had granddaughter in car recalls three-vehicle crash at Culloden

15 July 2025
Inverness woman who had granddaughter in car recalls three-vehicle crash at Culloden

Inverness woman who had granddaughter in car recalls three-vehicle crash at Culloden

15 July 2025

A woman has shared her experience after being involved in a three-vehicle crash in Inverness.


Fault causes train cancellations on Far North Line

15 July 2025
Fault causes train cancellations on Far North Line

Fault causes train cancellations on Far North Line

15 July 2025

Trains between Kyle of Lochalsh and Inverness and Wick to Inverness have been cancelled this morning.


Two men have appeared at court charged with assault and robbery

14 July 2025
Two men have appeared at court charged with assault and robbery

Two men have appeared at court charged with assault and robbery

14 July 2025

Two men who have appeared at Inverness Sheriff Court have been charged with assault and robbery.


Highland Council ‘has not listened’ say parents of pupils at Drummond School as ‘dangerous’ environment continues for staff and children

14 July 2025
Highland Council ‘has not listened’ say parents of pupils at Drummond School as ‘dangerous’ environment continues for staff and children

Highland Council ‘has not listened’ say parents of pupils at Drummond School as ‘dangerous’ environment continues for staff and children

14 July 2025

Parents of pupils at Drummond School say Highland Council is ‘failing the educational and health needs’ of their children.


French tourist caused three-vehicle smash at Culloden which left woman and boy injured

14 July 2025
French tourist caused three-vehicle smash at Culloden which left woman and boy injured

French tourist caused three-vehicle smash at Culloden which left woman and boy injured

14 July 2025

French tourist Joris Cocquebert (41) caused the three-car accident when he failed to give way on Friday, July 11.


Man was caught driving at 111mph on A96 between Inverness and Nairn

14 July 2025
Man was caught driving at 111mph on A96 between Inverness and Nairn

Man was caught driving at 111mph on A96 between Inverness and Nairn

14 July 2025

Diogo Monteiro (36) was spotted travelling at excessive speeds on the 60mph road between Inverness and Nairn on September 29, last year.


Drummond School celebrates joy, community and inclusion at recent fun day

12 July 2025
Drummond School celebrates joy, community and inclusion at recent fun day

Drummond School celebrates joy, community and inclusion at recent fun day

12 July 2025

A fun day at Drummond School was filled with laughter, colour and music.


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