Highlands and Islands Enterprise announces next chief executive

Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) has announced the appointment of Dr Stuart Black as its next chief executive

Man swept to sea while trying to rescue dog "lucky" to be saved by British Army's specialist maritime troop

This is the moment a man swept out into the icy Moray Firth while trying to rescue his dog was saved by highly-trained British Army maritime soldiers.

Dingwall social club wound up “with great sadness” after a history of more than 30 years

The Dingwall Monday Club started as a social club for the over-50s in 1989.

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Youth to be detained for lashing out with knife

A teenager who slashed a man in the face because he believed he had been sexually assaulted by him has been sent to detention for 10 months.

Ross-shire medical group issues flu jab clinic appeal to over-65s

A ROSS-SHIRE medical group has asked anyone aged over 65 on its list who wants a flu jab but hasn't yet been contacted about it to get in touch.

Green light for multimillion-pound plan to transform Ullapool seafront

Highland Council’s north planning committee agreed to proposals to reclaim part of the seafront to ease traffic congestion and improve safety.

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Police seek help to identify fan who made ‘racist gesture’ at Newcastle game

Northumbria Police are looking for a man who gestured towards the away fans during the game against Spurs at St James’s Park.

Nicola Sturgeon urged to intervene to stop rail strike hitting Cop26 summit

The RMT union has written to the First Minister, urging her to intervene to end the dispute with ScotRail.

One in three drivers unable to buy fuel at height of shortage, figures show

A third of motorists told the Office for National Statistics they were unable to buy fuel over the past two weeks because it was not available.

Cutting booster dose timeframe is not the main issue, JCVI expert says

Professor Anthony Harnden said six months had been shown to be the ‘sweet spot’ for having a booster.

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SPORT

Manager won't settle for Premiership survival with Ross County

Boss is determined Staggies make an impression this season.

Ross Sutherland Ladies create rugby history in Invergordon

Women's team play first game.

Invergordon American football team are Scottish champions

Highland Stags storm to victory in Dumfries.

Listen: Balls & Whistles Episode 40

This week ICT's title bid, Ross County's poor form, the MacTavish Cup final, success for the Highland Stags and a golfing prodigy are on the agenda.

Midfielder says mentality is key to Ross County recovery in Premiership

Ross County are still looking for a win in Premiership.

Cash boost for SPFL clubs — Ross County will be getting a boost to their bank balance this week as the SPFL releases £3.6 million of extra funding.

Shinty memories project helps people living with dementia, loneliness and depression — Shinty Memories Scotland project helps people with dementia and living with issues such as depression and loneliness, has received a major boost.

Biggest match in history for Highland Stags in winner takes all championship decider — Winner takes all clash in championship decider.

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Wheels to the woods for Highland Disabled Ramblers

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: Peter Evans joins the group for a ramble through the woods to mark its 20th anniversary

HSPC Feature Property

This walk-in semi-detached property is quietly situated in a desirable residential area on the outskirts of Alness.

City Seen is back! Find our picture round up from weekend nightlife in Inverness

Our photographers are back on the street capturing the best moments of Invernessian weekend nightlife.

LISTEN: New episode of the Active Outdoors podcast

Former Cairngorms National Park chief executive Duncan Bryden talks about a community venture in Tomatin, including some great walking and cycling.

A new round of archive pictures from the Highland capital's nightlife

Another Sunday, another round of City Seen Flashback pictures, bringing you the best snaps from nights out and events around Inverness.

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The Consone quartet – young and HIP

'Pursuit of authenticity in music can easily be portrayed as dully academic, but at its best it is exactly the opposite'

Filmfest close-up on student talent

'This is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their talents to a wider audience'

Erasure announce Aberdeen show date

Erasure have announced they will play at Aberdeen's P&J Live next year.

Inverness filmfest director 'excited' full event is back

'At the festival you can travel around Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and the Americas'

Peter Noble's sound project powered by footsteps

Connecting with nature for the project is something Peter Noble loved – and, in lockdown, it felt good to reconnect.

LONGER READ: Richard Jobson relishes live return

'Music is really good for me, probably bigger than it’s ever been and I didn’t expect it'

Feast of highlights for Blas's return

Festival will host 26 concerts and ceilidhs, a variety of workshops and Facebook Live events

George Michael Live coming to Elgin Town Hall

THE tribute show will take place at Elgin Town Hall in December.

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Highlands and Islands Enterprise announces next chief executive

Man swept to sea while trying to rescue dog "lucky" to be saved by British Army's specialist maritime troop

Dingwall social club wound up “with great sadness” after a history of more than 30 years

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Youth to be detained for lashing out with knife

Youth to be detained for lashing out with knife

Ross-shire medical group issues flu jab clinic appeal to over-65s

Ross-shire medical group issues flu jab clinic appeal to over-65s

Green light for multimillion-pound plan to transform Ullapool seafront

Green light for multimillion-pound plan to transform Ullapool seafront

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Major proposed new development by Tore 'causing concern' for locals

Tagging order for man who attacked nurses

SPONSORED CONTENT: Parklands Care Homes to benefit local communities

SPONSORED CONTENT: Parklands Care Homes to benefit local communities

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Police seek help to identify fan who made ‘racist gesture’ at Newcastle game

Police seek help to identify fan who made ‘racist gesture’ at Newcastle game

Nicola Sturgeon urged to intervene to stop rail strike hitting Cop26 summit

Nicola Sturgeon urged to intervene to stop rail strike hitting Cop26 summit

One in three drivers unable to buy fuel at height of shortage, figures show

One in three drivers unable to buy fuel at height of shortage, figures show

Cutting booster dose timeframe is not the main issue, JCVI expert says

Cutting booster dose timeframe is not the main issue, JCVI expert says

SPORT

Manager won't settle for Premiership survival with Ross County

Ross Sutherland Ladies create rugby history in Invergordon

Ross Sutherland Ladies create rugby history in Invergordon

Invergordon American football team are Scottish champions

Invergordon American football team are Scottish champions

Listen: Balls & Whistles Episode 40

Listen: Balls & Whistles Episode 40

Midfielder says mentality is key to Ross County recovery in Premiership

Midfielder says mentality is key to Ross County recovery in Premiership

Cash boost for SPFL clubs

Shinty memories project helps people living with dementia, loneliness and depression

Biggest match in history for Highland Stags in winner takes all championship decider

LIFESTYLE

Wheels to the woods for Highland Disabled Ramblers

HSPC Feature Property

HSPC Feature Property

City Seen is back! Find our picture round up from weekend nightlife in Inverness

City Seen is back! Find our picture round up from weekend nightlife in Inverness

LISTEN: New episode of the Active Outdoors podcast

LISTEN: New episode of the Active Outdoors podcast

A new round of archive pictures from the Highland capital's nightlife

A new round of archive pictures from the Highland capital's nightlife

WHAT'S ON

The Consone quartet – young and HIP

Filmfest close-up on student talent

Filmfest close-up on student talent

Erasure announce Aberdeen show date

Erasure announce Aberdeen show date

Inverness filmfest director 'excited' full event is back

Inverness filmfest director 'excited' full event is back

Peter Noble's sound project powered by footsteps

Peter Noble's sound project powered by footsteps

LONGER READ: Richard Jobson relishes live return

LONGER READ: Richard Jobson relishes live return

Feast of highlights for Blas's return

Feast of highlights for Blas's return

George Michael Live coming to Elgin Town Hall

George Michael Live coming to Elgin Town Hall

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