Inverness has by far the highest number of housing applications, states Highland Council official.
This came as the venue had its “most financially successful” pantomime on record.
All school strikes planned by the union UNISON have been suspended for members to consider an improved pay offer for local government workers.
As more people struggle to afford private rent or rising mortgage payments, they are turning to the local authority, says our columnist.
A small club based in Inverness have been awarded a Dance Summit Bid to compete globally in Florida next year.
Some economists had been predicting the rate might drop to 6.5 per cent, but it has remained unchanged at 6.7 per cent amid rising petrol prices.
I was a little concerned that clients, out of gratitude to Christians Against Poverty might feel pressurised to explore the faith, says our columnist.
On average, around 650 'free' breakfasts and 930 'free' lunches were served each week.
Most Highland schools were shut on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday due to some non-teaching staff being on strike.
A key Scottish Government advisory group has taken soundings in the Inverness area from those at the sharp end of the struggle against fuel poverty.
