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Concerns have been raised after it was revealed that one of the two swing bridges over the Caledonian Canal is to close for three weeks next month.

Inverness has been named the second most relaxing city in the UK with its numerous walking trails and quality of green space.

A home builder is set to appeal Highland Council’s refusal to sanction a major housing development proposed for Drumnadrochit.

Plans for the development of a new Home Bargains store in the Stratton area of Inverness have been submitted to The Highland Council.

A woman moved by the plight of patients who spend prolonged periods at the Highlands’ only mental health hospital is setting up a charity for them.

A Ukrainian family has made a short evocative film bidding farewell to Inverness where they found a safe haven after fleeing their homeland.

The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024 (HIFAD) has launched for entries.

More than £5000 has been raised towards a new bridge on the John O’Groats Trail after a mystery donor pledged to match funds donated by the public.

A day of crafts and fun will run in Nairn this weekend to raise vital funds for a local group supporting neurodivergent children.

The Nairn Bowling Club marked a record attendance for its opening day this year, with a great turnout of more than 70 participants.

A journey almost half way round the world has ended with the opening of a new veterinary practice in Beauly.

The town’s efforts in tackling the impact of single-use plastic on the environment have been recognised by a nationwide conservation group.

A packed line-up of “family friendly” entertainment is in store for visitors to the Victorian Market in Inverness this Saturday.

A packed line-up of “family friendly” entertainment is in store for visitors to the Victorian Market in Inverness this Saturday

Playback, based in Academy Street, is a concept dreamed up by businessmen Taran Campbell and David Montgomery.

Readers respond to issues raised by two Inverness Courier columnists

Torvean Swing Bridge remains closed to road traffic after an issue with its automatic operation occurred yesterday.

A Nairn nurse has held her finad fundraising event ahead of the Strictly Inverness dancing competition.

Last week in Holyrood, the Scottish Government bowed to the inevitable. Climate change targets for 2030, always unachievable, have now been scrapped.

Inverness is still experiencing a shortage of rental properties with only seven properties available, according to the property website Rightmove.