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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

‘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.


Highland community groups and charities can grab share of £5m Co-op fund

10 June 2025
Highland community groups and charities can grab share of £5m Co-op fund

Highland community groups and charities can grab share of £5m Co-op fund

10 June 2025

“We know that things are increasingly challenging…and through this funding we can make a difference locally and help people to thrive.’’


How to have your say on future of Tain Royal Academy Community Complex

10 June 2025
How to have your say on future of Tain Royal Academy Community Complex

How to have your say on future of Tain Royal Academy Community Complex

10 June 2025

The drop-in will take place on Thursday at TRACC and a local councillor has already urged those with an interest to make sure they turn out.


Highland port’s £42m expansion ‘could support 1500 jobs’

10 June 2025
Highland port’s £42m expansion ‘could support 1500 jobs’

Highland port’s £42m expansion ‘could support 1500 jobs’

10 June 2025

Construction work will start next week on a £42.2m Kishorn expansion that could ultimately help support 1500 jobs.


Highland author teams up with husband for illustrated children’s book launch

19 May 2025
Highland author teams up with husband for illustrated children’s book launch

Highland author teams up with husband for illustrated children’s book launch

19 May 2025

Five Little Doggies is set for a big local launch later this month and is already proving a hit half a world away.


Dingwall Men’s Shed flags craft village open day and tool sale

19 May 2025
Dingwall Men’s Shed flags craft village open day and tool sale

Dingwall Men’s Shed flags craft village open day and tool sale

19 May 2025

The project aimed to encourage members of the community – particularly those who have become socially isolated – to develop contacts and networks.


Which performer got a Highland music club audience singing?

18 May 2025
Which performer got a Highland music club audience singing?

Which performer got a Highland music club audience singing?

18 May 2025

The club has enjoyed great audiences throughout the season and finished it on a toe-tapping high.


Ross-shire road closure plans flagged ahead of Scottish water pipe renewal project

17 May 2025
Ross-shire road closure plans flagged ahead of Scottish water pipe renewal project

Ross-shire road closure plans flagged ahead of Scottish water pipe renewal project

17 May 2025

Scottish Water says it is investing in the future of the local water network by upgrading the water pipes between Evanton and Dingwall.


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