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Inverness hit by power cut with around 1500 SSEN customers affected

Inverness hit by power cut with around 1500 SSEN customers affected

Around 1500 houses and businesses in Inverness were hit by a power cut earlier today.


SSEN Transmission is ‘powering into the future’ in the Highlands

SSEN Transmission is ‘powering into the future’ in the Highlands

The Scottish and UK governments have ambitious net zero and clean power targets, and at SSEN Transmission we’re playing our part in meeting them.


Balloan take top spot with city derby win as young Lilywhites are legs eleven

Balloan take top spot with city derby win as young Lilywhites are legs eleven

Balloan are top of the Highland League under-18 north division table thanks to a 4-1 win over Inverness Athletic.


Three more same-sex dance couples among line-up for Strictly Inverness 2025

Three more same-sex dance couples among line-up for Strictly Inverness 2025

The annual event generates cash for the Highland Hospice and Inverness Ice Centre, which organise and host the event.


REVEALED: Highland Council overpaid past and present staff by £1.2 million

REVEALED: Highland Council overpaid past and present staff by £1.2 million

Most of that has been recovered but £396,000 is yet to be returned.


Dingwall’s Illuminated Christmas tractor run is set to return

Dingwall’s Illuminated Christmas tractor run is set to return

Dingwall’s charity tractor run, which tours multiple Ross-shire towns and villages, is set to return later this month.


Forest nursery above Loch Ness praised as “children thrive” – but needs clearer skills focus

Forest nursery above Loch Ness praised as “children thrive” – but needs clearer skills focus

A forest children’s nursery above Loch Ness has been praised by a Scottish Government agency - with areas for improvement also highlighted.


Pioneering end-of-life care treatment initiative ‘must continue’, urges hospice head amid funding concerns

Pioneering end-of-life care treatment initiative ‘must continue’, urges hospice head amid funding concerns

Funding for a pioneering Highland scheme, which is helping people receive end-of-life care at home while freeing up A&E beds, only runs until spring.


The countdown is on to the biggest 2025 Hogmanay party in the Highlands

The countdown is on to the biggest 2025 Hogmanay party in the Highlands

The Red Hot Chilli Pipers will be headlining great night of entertainment at the Macdonald Aviemore Resort


Highland Council lost £713k of taxpayers’ money on the failed Academy Street project

Highland Council lost £713k of taxpayers’ money on the failed Academy Street project

The costs were just released after a question from Conservative group leader Ruraidh Stewart.


‘Exciting but challenging times’ ahead for Nairn Museum as long-standing directors step down

‘Exciting but challenging times’ ahead for Nairn Museum as long-standing directors step down

It was a year of change for Nairn Museum, with several leading figures officially stepping down at a recent volunteers’ lunch.


WATCH: ‘You are more than the cancer’ - Highland Hospice ‘Calendar Girls’ overwhelmed by support

WATCH: ‘You are more than the cancer’ - Highland Hospice ‘Calendar Girls’ overwhelmed by support

Live life to the best that you can and don’t let cancer rule is the clear message from a group of inspirational ladies.


Clachnacuddin striker sets new targets after passing major milestone

Clachnacuddin striker sets new targets after passing major milestone

His double against Lossiemouth last Saturday afternoon moved him past 50 goals for the Lilywhites.


Kirkhill runner named in Great Britain squad for European Championships

Kirkhill runner named in Great Britain squad for European Championships

She was the first Brit across the line at the London Marathon earlier this year.


Detectives release images in appeal for information on Croy housebreaking

Detectives release images in appeal for information on Croy housebreaking

Detectives in Inverness have released images of three men who may be able to help with their inquiries following a housebreaking in Croy.


Man gets chance to get ‘his chaotic life’ back on track

Man gets chance to get ‘his chaotic life’ back on track

He admitted assaulting his partner but under provocation, after arriving at house drunk and with a bunch of flowers.


WATCH: Callum Beattie helps Mikeysline celebrate nine years of battling mental health stigma

WATCH: Callum Beattie helps Mikeysline celebrate nine years of battling mental health stigma

The musician became an ambassador for the charity earlier this year.


Deadline looms for entries for Inverness Music Festival 2025

Deadline looms for entries for Inverness Music Festival 2025

Performers of all ages and stages are urged to submit entries for next year’s Inverness Music Festival - described as ‘performance for everyone’.


Former Inverness Caledonian Thistle youth player agrees new contract with Nairn County

Former Inverness Caledonian Thistle youth player agrees new contract with Nairn County

Deal keeps him at club until end of 2026/27 season.


Plan for 80 new homes in Inverness rejected

Plan for 80 new homes in Inverness rejected

Highland Council officials used delegated powers to refuse an application which was submitted two-and-a-half years ago.


Home Bargains at Smithton gets the green light from Highland Council on the narrowest of margins

Home Bargains at Smithton gets the green light from Highland Council on the narrowest of margins

Councillors were split amid concerns about the size of the outlet but the casting vote went to planning chairman.


Pre-Christmas closure date named for Dobbies in Inverness

Pre-Christmas closure date named for Dobbies in Inverness

Dobbies staff in Inverness in line to lose their jobs have been assured alternative roles will be available for them with supermarket giant Tesco.


Council rejects Beauly battery storage scheme after dozens of objections including from Lord Lovat

Council rejects Beauly battery storage scheme after dozens of objections including from Lord Lovat

Local Councillors David Fraser and Chris Ballance called for it to be rejected planning over inappropriate siting.


Highland Council: Is it time to look at breaking it up?

Highland Council: Is it time to look at breaking it up?

YOUR VIEWS: Would the Highlands be better served by council reorganisation?


Highland Heroes 2025: Nominate by Sunday, December 15!

Highland Heroes 2025: Nominate by Sunday, December 15!

Nominations close at midnight, Sunday, December 15 – don’t miss the chance to nominate your Highland Heroes 2025!


Traitors presenter teases that ‘things have changed’ for third series set in Highlands

Traitors presenter teases that ‘things have changed’ for third series set in Highlands

The BBC series will return on New Year’s Day.


Caley Thistle head coach named manager of the month

Caley Thistle head coach named manager of the month

The award came after Inverness went unbeaten through their three League One matches in November.


A9 drainage probe cancelled

A9 drainage probe cancelled

The work was supposed to take place between Longman Roundabout and Raigmore Interchange.


Bring your big day ideas to life at the Drumossie Wedding Fair in January

Bring your big day ideas to life at the Drumossie Wedding Fair in January

Selecting the perfect wedding venue is one of the most significant decisions you'll make during your wedding planning journey.


‘I want to bring back local democracy to Nairn, it is long overdue,’ Nairn Provost backs Highland Council break-up

‘I want to bring back local democracy to Nairn, it is long overdue,’ Nairn Provost backs Highland Council break-up

Nairn’s Provost wants to see the break-up of Highland Council in a bid to “bring back local democracy to Nairn”.


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