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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.

Highland bakeries rise to the challenge and scoop up accolades at national awards ceremony

15 May 2024
Highland bakeries rise to the challenge and scoop up accolades at national awards ceremony

Highland bakeries rise to the challenge and scoop up accolades at national awards ceremony

15 May 2024

Several bakeries across the region have picked up accolades at the Scottish Baker of the Year Awards.


Rory Bremner joins Prosper to celebrate Business Excellence in Highlands and Islands

15 May 2024
Rory Bremner joins Prosper to celebrate Business Excellence in Highlands and Islands

Rory Bremner joins Prosper to celebrate Business Excellence in Highlands and Islands

15 May 2024

One of Britain’s best-known impressionists and comedians, Rory Bremner, will return as host of Prosper’s Highlands & Islands Awards.


SSE announces construction of Aberarder Wind Farm

15 May 2024
SSE announces construction of Aberarder Wind Farm

SSE announces construction of Aberarder Wind Farm

15 May 2024

SSE has taken a final investment decision to proceed with Aberarder Wind Farm near Inverness.


Castle Street Energy Centre begins to take shape in Inverness

13 May 2024
Castle Street Energy Centre begins to take shape in Inverness

Castle Street Energy Centre begins to take shape in Inverness

13 May 2024

A new sustainable Energy Centre is now taking shape on site on Castle Street, in Inverness.


49-year-old man arrested and charged in connection with an assault in Inverness

13 May 2024
49-year-old man arrested and charged in connection with an assault in Inverness

49-year-old man arrested and charged in connection with an assault in Inverness

13 May 2024

The incident took place on Saturday night at Tomnahurich Street.


Closure of Kessock Bridge early this morning due to concern for a person

13 May 2024
Closure of Kessock Bridge early this morning due to concern for a person

Closure of Kessock Bridge early this morning due to concern for a person

13 May 2024

Police Scotland has said the Kessock Bridge was closed in the early hours of this morning due to concern for a person.


Highland Business Women Awards open for entries

11 May 2024
Highland Business Women Awards open for entries

Highland Business Women Awards open for entries

11 May 2024

It’s almost that time of year again as the Highland Business Women Awards are making a return.


New Inverness barbershop giving out free donuts

03 May 2024
New Inverness barbershop giving out free donuts

New Inverness barbershop giving out free donuts

03 May 2024

A new Inverness barbershop has officially opened its doors.


Inverness opticians celebrates 25 years providing healthcare services on the High Street

01 May 2024
Inverness opticians celebrates 25 years providing healthcare services on the High Street

Inverness opticians celebrates 25 years providing healthcare services on the High Street

01 May 2024

A local opticians has celebrated 25 years providing vital healthcare services on Inverness High Street.


Jobs forecast for green freeport appears to have dropped

01 May 2024
Jobs forecast for green freeport appears to have dropped

Jobs forecast for green freeport appears to have dropped

01 May 2024

A UK government report shows the number of jobs produced by the Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport could be less than forecast.


Owner pays tribute to parents as establishment crowned Scotland’s best three star hotel

01 May 2024
Owner pays tribute to parents as establishment crowned Scotland’s best three star hotel

Owner pays tribute to parents as establishment crowned Scotland’s best three star hotel

01 May 2024

The owner of a family-run Highland hotel has paid tribute to his parents after receiving the accolade of Scotland’s best three-star hotel.


Highland Council to mothball Daviot Primary School

01 May 2024
Highland Council to mothball Daviot Primary School

Highland Council to mothball Daviot Primary School

01 May 2024

Highland Council has decided to mothball Daviot Primary School from August.


Inverness Festival of Walking and Wheeling set to return later this month

01 May 2024
Inverness Festival of Walking and Wheeling set to return later this month

Inverness Festival of Walking and Wheeling set to return later this month

01 May 2024

The Inverness Festival of Walking and Wheeling is returning to the city for a second year this month.


Skipinnish announce acoustic session at the Eastgate Shopping Centre

01 May 2024
Skipinnish announce acoustic session at the Eastgate Shopping Centre

Skipinnish announce acoustic session at the Eastgate Shopping Centre

01 May 2024

LCC Live and popular band Skipinnish have announced a special, up close and personal acoustic session at the Eastgate Shopping Centre, Inverness.


£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

30 April 2024
£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

30 April 2024

The annual salaries for newly appointed Highland Council assistant chief executives has been revealed - each earning £124,787.


Committee grants planning permission in principle for redevelopment Charleston Academy and Kinmylies Primary School site

30 April 2024
Committee grants planning permission in principle for redevelopment Charleston Academy and Kinmylies Primary School site

Committee grants planning permission in principle for redevelopment Charleston Academy and Kinmylies Primary School site

30 April 2024

A council committee has granted planning permission in principle for a redevelopment of the Charleston Academy and Kinmylies Primary School site.


Audience will act as jury in immersive drama set to take place at Inverness Town House

29 April 2024
Audience will act as jury in immersive drama set to take place at Inverness Town House

Audience will act as jury in immersive drama set to take place at Inverness Town House

29 April 2024

An interactive play is set to take place at Inverness Town House, focusing on the topic of assisted dying.


Inverness business owner shares emotional statement as she makes changes to popular takeaway

29 April 2024
Inverness business owner shares emotional statement as she makes changes to popular takeaway

Inverness business owner shares emotional statement as she makes changes to popular takeaway

29 April 2024

An Inverness caterer has decided to make some changes to her business to ensure that it continues for years to come.


Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

29 April 2024
Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

29 April 2024

Plans for a new mode of transport in the Highlands has taken another step forward.


Inverness Royal Academy pupils win £3000 grant for Maggie’s Highland

29 April 2024
Inverness Royal Academy pupils win £3000 grant for Maggie’s Highland

Inverness Royal Academy pupils win £3000 grant for Maggie’s Highland

29 April 2024

Pupils from Inverness Royal Academy have handed over a £3000 cheque to Maggie’s Highland.


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