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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.

WATCH: Eden Court has exciting year ahead after funding boost with lots of events lined up

21 March 2025
WATCH: Eden Court has exciting year ahead after funding boost with lots of events lined up

WATCH: Eden Court has exciting year ahead after funding boost with lots of events lined up

21 March 2025

A major creative funding boost is set to transform opportunities for artists in the Highlands.


Drag queen night set to take place for Strictly Inverness fundraiser

20 March 2025
Drag queen night set to take place for Strictly Inverness fundraiser

Drag queen night set to take place for Strictly Inverness fundraiser

20 March 2025

A Strictly Inverness contestant is hosting a drag evening for one of her fundraisers.


Enjoy a hoedown this weekend in aid of two local charities

19 March 2025
Enjoy a hoedown this weekend in aid of two local charities

Enjoy a hoedown this weekend in aid of two local charities

19 March 2025

Annis Nordvik is taking part in the competition to raise funds for two local charities: the Highland Hospice and the Inverness Ice Centre.


A9 reopens at Alness after earlier road accident

18 March 2025
A9 reopens at Alness after earlier road accident

A9 reopens at Alness after earlier road accident

18 March 2025

Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.


BREAKING: A9 at Alness closed in both directions due to a road traffic accident

18 March 2025
BREAKING: A9 at Alness closed in both directions due to a road traffic accident

BREAKING: A9 at Alness closed in both directions due to a road traffic accident

18 March 2025

The A9 is currently closed in both directions at Alness due to a road traffic collision.


Police appeal for information after three dead swans found at a layby

18 March 2025
Police appeal for information after three dead swans found at a layby

Police appeal for information after three dead swans found at a layby

18 March 2025

A member of the public found the swans on the A87 east of The Cluanie Inn.


Throwback emo night set to take place as Strictly Inverness contestant gets ready for competition

17 March 2025
Throwback emo night set to take place as Strictly Inverness contestant gets ready for competition

Throwback emo night set to take place as Strictly Inverness contestant gets ready for competition

17 March 2025

A Strictly Inverness contestant is heading back in time for one of her fundraisers.


Stars in Their Eyes event raises £36,000 in aid of Inverness charity

17 March 2025
Stars in Their Eyes event raises £36,000 in aid of Inverness charity

Stars in Their Eyes event raises £36,000 in aid of Inverness charity

17 March 2025

An Inverness event hit ‘the perfect note’ over the weekend, raising £36,000 for Special Needs Action Project (SNAP).


Merkinch primary school pupils get funding boost for outdoor trip from the Port of Inverness

17 March 2025
Merkinch primary school pupils get funding boost for outdoor trip from the Port of Inverness

Merkinch primary school pupils get funding boost for outdoor trip from the Port of Inverness

17 March 2025

The school received £3,000 from the community fund..


Inverness indoor bowling club set to reopen today after being closed due to fire at Fairways Business Park

17 March 2025
Inverness indoor bowling club set to reopen today after being closed due to fire at Fairways Business Park

Inverness indoor bowling club set to reopen today after being closed due to fire at Fairways Business Park

17 March 2025

The Inverness and District Indoor Bowling Club has been shut since an arson attack at Fairways Business Park destroyed several businesses.


PICTURES: Region’s unsung heroes recognised at celebration in Inverness

17 March 2025
PICTURES: Region’s unsung heroes recognised at celebration in Inverness

PICTURES: Region’s unsung heroes recognised at celebration in Inverness

17 March 2025

The very best of the region’s unsung heroes have been recognised at a celebration in Inverness.


Inverness charity that supports 160 people in the community is winner at Highland Heroes Awards 2025

16 March 2025
Inverness charity that supports 160 people in the community is winner at Highland Heroes Awards 2025

Inverness charity that supports 160 people in the community is winner at Highland Heroes Awards 2025

16 March 2025

Special Needs Action Project (SNAP) was founded nearly 30 years ago to improve the lives of young people with additional needs.


Inverness man attempted to bite police officers after arrest

16 March 2025
Inverness man attempted to bite police officers after arrest

Inverness man attempted to bite police officers after arrest

16 March 2025

A man who had been the victim of assault ended up trying to bite Inverness police officers.


Mikeysline scoop Highland Heroes award at prestigious ceremony

16 March 2025
Mikeysline scoop Highland Heroes award at prestigious ceremony

Mikeysline scoop Highland Heroes award at prestigious ceremony

16 March 2025

A suicide prevention charity has won the Emergency Services or Crisis Support Service of the Year at Highland Heroes 2025.


Owner who lost business in devastating fire forced to make ‘heartbreaking’ decision to let go staff member

16 March 2025
Owner who lost business in devastating fire forced to make ‘heartbreaking’ decision to let go staff member

Owner who lost business in devastating fire forced to make ‘heartbreaking’ decision to let go staff member

16 March 2025

SJ Gifts was due to open for the first time on March 10, however, a devastating blaze ripped through the premises it was situated in.


Turkish restaurant set to move to bigger premises in Inverness city centre

16 March 2025
Turkish restaurant set to move to bigger premises in Inverness city centre

Turkish restaurant set to move to bigger premises in Inverness city centre

16 March 2025

Aspendos on Queensgate will move further up the street into the former Escobar premises.


Man living in a tent at Inverness church hurled abuse at takeaway staff saying ‘they worshipped paedophiles’’

16 March 2025
Man living in a tent at Inverness church hurled abuse at takeaway staff saying ‘they worshipped paedophiles’’

Man living in a tent at Inverness church hurled abuse at takeaway staff saying ‘they worshipped paedophiles’’

16 March 2025

Tomas Karfik (33) walked into Max’s 2 on Lombard Street shouting and swearing at staff, including using a racist term, on February 6.


Boy (10) wins primary school pupil of the year at Highland Heroes for his compassion, dedication and teamwork

16 March 2025
Boy (10) wins primary school pupil of the year at Highland Heroes for his compassion, dedication and teamwork

Boy (10) wins primary school pupil of the year at Highland Heroes for his compassion, dedication and teamwork

16 March 2025

Angus MacDonald was announced as primary school pupil of the year at the packed out Highland Heroes awards at the Drumossie Hotel on Friday night.


LIFE AFTER CANCER: Survivor retrains to be a personal trainer specialising in cancer rehab after diagnosis

16 March 2025
LIFE AFTER CANCER: Survivor retrains to be a personal trainer specialising in cancer rehab after diagnosis

LIFE AFTER CANCER: Survivor retrains to be a personal trainer specialising in cancer rehab after diagnosis

16 March 2025

As our Life After Cancer series continues, we want to introduce you to the remarkable Joanna Ewing.


Paralegal takes on Strictly Inverness 2025 for a cause close to her heart

14 March 2025
Paralegal takes on Strictly Inverness 2025 for a cause close to her heart

Paralegal takes on Strictly Inverness 2025 for a cause close to her heart

14 March 2025

For Laura Archibald, taking part in Strictly Inverness 2025 is more than just a challenge—it’s a deeply personal way to give back.


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