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Hector MacKenzie


Senior News Editor

Hector MacKenzie is a senior news editor with the Highland News and Media group and has 30-plus years’ experience in journalism. Raised in Ross-shire, he’s content editor for the Ross-shire Journal. A graduate of Glasgow University, he spent four years working in the media in Beijing and his work has appeared in publications and online in the UK, China and United States. He firmly believes everyone has a story to tell.

Hector MacKenzie

‘This is a boom time for the industry - but we need to attract more young people in’

24 June 2025
‘This is a boom time for the industry - but we need to attract more young people in’

‘This is a boom time for the industry - but we need to attract more young people in’

24 June 2025

One dubbed it a practical course offering a clear route into the industry and ‘something that’s been needed for decades’.


Tain woman’s legacy lives on with poignant Race for Life tribute

24 June 2025
Tain woman’s legacy lives on with poignant Race for Life tribute

Tain woman’s legacy lives on with poignant Race for Life tribute

24 June 2025

The Tain Tesco store where she was a familiar face will continue to fundraise.


Ross-shire village gives verdict on new park hub milestone

21 June 2025
Ross-shire village gives verdict on new park hub milestone

Ross-shire village gives verdict on new park hub milestone

21 June 2025

“Before, he was in the house just watching TV, and now he’s never away from the park, playing with his friends.”


Black Isle Show sponsor confirmed as 2025 plans revealed

21 June 2025
Black Isle Show sponsor confirmed as 2025 plans revealed

Black Isle Show sponsor confirmed as 2025 plans revealed

21 June 2025

It’s the fourth year they have sponsored the event declared “a real highlight in the farming calendar for many within our area”.


Highland railway station building hits market — for only £50,000

20 June 2025
Highland railway station building hits market — for only £50,000

Highland railway station building hits market — for only £50,000

20 June 2025

A ‘unique opportunity’ to snap up a traditional Highland railway station property on the NC500 is being flagged up at a knock-down price.


All roads lead here for gardening buffs this weekend

20 June 2025
All roads lead here for gardening buffs this weekend

All roads lead here for gardening buffs this weekend

20 June 2025

A Black Isle community is the go-to destination from green-fingered gurus this weekend.


Three-month Ross-shire road closure ‘under review’ after public outcry

20 June 2025
Three-month Ross-shire road closure ‘under review’ after public outcry

Three-month Ross-shire road closure ‘under review’ after public outcry

20 June 2025

Scottish Water is probing alternatives following a public backlash over the impact such a closure could have.


‘Thoughts and prayers’ to family of woman (23) who died in Ross-shire incident

18 June 2025
‘Thoughts and prayers’ to family of woman (23) who died in Ross-shire incident

‘Thoughts and prayers’ to family of woman (23) who died in Ross-shire incident

18 June 2025

Dundonnell Mountain Rescue Team was part of a massive emergency services response to the incident at the weekend.


Tain swimming pool battle ‘really is a matter of life and death’

18 June 2025
Tain swimming pool battle ‘really is a matter of life and death’

Tain swimming pool battle ‘really is a matter of life and death’

18 June 2025

The MP says: ‘We're told there's no money for a pool in Tain, but we've watched millions wasted on failed national projects’.


Man (38) charged with Dingwall drug offences

17 June 2025
Man (38) charged with Dingwall drug offences

Man (38) charged with Dingwall drug offences

17 June 2025

A 38-year-old man has been charged in connection with drug offences in Dingwall.


Dingwall woman’s 40-year dedication to town’s flowers honoured by King

17 June 2025
Dingwall woman’s 40-year dedication to town’s flowers honoured by King

Dingwall woman’s 40-year dedication to town’s flowers honoured by King

17 June 2025

Grateful well-wishers have been sharing their thoughts following the news.


Work on ‘neglected’ diseases affecting millions honoured with OBE

16 June 2025
Work on ‘neglected’ diseases affecting millions honoured with OBE

Work on ‘neglected’ diseases affecting millions honoured with OBE

16 June 2025

Mr Bush, who has Achiltibuie base, said: “I’m so proud to read ‘neglected tropical diseases' in the King's birthday honours”.


Highland public set to give verdict on nine Cromarty Firth ward council hopefuls

16 June 2025
Highland public set to give verdict on nine Cromarty Firth ward council hopefuls

Highland public set to give verdict on nine Cromarty Firth ward council hopefuls

16 June 2025

The Cromarty Firth ward will welcome a new councillor this week. Here’s how to have your say.


Woman (23) dies after Ross-shire beauty spot incident

15 June 2025
Woman (23) dies after Ross-shire beauty spot incident

Woman (23) dies after Ross-shire beauty spot incident

15 June 2025

The incident triggered a massive response from the emergency services.


Emergency services gather at Ross-shire beauty spot on A835

14 June 2025
Emergency services gather at Ross-shire beauty spot on A835

Emergency services gather at Ross-shire beauty spot on A835

14 June 2025

An emergency services response has been triggered.


Dingwall High Street status update after police closure

13 June 2025
Dingwall High Street status update after police closure

Dingwall High Street status update after police closure

13 June 2025

A Ross-shire town’s High Street has reopened to traffic after a continued police presence following a drugs bust.


‘Sad to lose such a kind and trustworthy colleague’

13 June 2025
‘Sad to lose such a kind and trustworthy colleague’

‘Sad to lose such a kind and trustworthy colleague’

13 June 2025

“Although the outcome has been tragic, they have provided comfort in the recovery of Bernard.”


Rethink calls over three-month A862 Dingwall - Cromarty Bridge road closure

13 June 2025
Rethink calls over three-month A862 Dingwall - Cromarty Bridge road closure

Rethink calls over three-month A862 Dingwall - Cromarty Bridge road closure

13 June 2025

One business warns a full road closure at the busiest time of year would be ‘a disaster’ amidst wider rethink calls.


‘I’m lucky to get to work with my dad every day’

12 June 2025
‘I’m lucky to get to work with my dad every day’

‘I’m lucky to get to work with my dad every day’

12 June 2025

Alan Duff Jr and Sr co-starred opposite Harrison Ford in the ad campaign and have special reason to celebrate Father’s Day this weekend.


Ross-shire road set to be closed for three months

10 June 2025
Ross-shire road set to be closed for three months

Ross-shire road set to be closed for three months

10 June 2025

A near three-month closure of a section of road close to Ross-shire’s county town will involve a lengthy diversion for motorists.


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