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Don’t just think about what goals you set, think about ‘why’ you are setting them.

YOUR VIEWS: Council looks to make 20mph zones permanent while objections remain over North Kessock EV hub plan

YOUR VIEWS: The ‘pantomime’ of energy policy plus Marie Curie support and Dogs Trust thanks

Your horoscopes for the year ahead by Patrick Arundell

Mary shows resolve and the courage to embrace sorrow, says our columnist.

We can improve our mental health, like our physical health, and this can be especially important around Christmas and New Year. says our columnist.

Our latest column from Inverness Chamber of Commerce’s chief executive Colin Marr.

The experts reveal their tips about how to kick yourself into action before January comes around.

Part two: Snow 15ft deep, the future route of the Highland mainline, and a surprise appearance by Santa at a council meeting were making the news.

YOUR VIEWS: Tributes following the death of Highland baker Harry Gow

Tis the season for strops and meltdowns - but it doesn’t have to be!

Get yourself ready for 2025 with our list of outdoor events taking place across the Highlands and Islands, and Moray and Aberdeenshire.

Are you in our latest mystery photos from a snowy Inverness city centre, or do you know anyone who is?

YOUR VIEWS: On council overpayments and Academy Street costs.

Make sure you carve out some time for yourself amongst all the Christmas chaos.

All our holy Christmas words are in vain unless our lives are beacons, spreading light and hope and love, says our columnist.

Did you know that pharmacy teams can offer advice, treatment for many common ailments, and referral to other healthcare teams if needed?

A family relationship expert suggests ways of balancing expectations and maintaining boundaries if you are dreading the big day.

Our ex-politician columnist on this year’s top political page-turners.

Many people will feel a special magic on Christmas Day, but it can also induce a strangely piercing sense of loneliness, says our columnist.