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Iona M.J. MacDonald


Trainee Community Reporter

Iona MacDonald is a trainee community reporter. She joined Highland News and Media in 2022. Iona is part of the Community News Project funded by Meta and receiving NCTJ training through Glasgow Clyde College.

Iona M.J. MacDonald

Parklands offers £30,000 in funding for communities across Ross-shire

02 December 2023
Parklands offers £30,000 in funding for communities across Ross-shire

Parklands offers £30,000 in funding for communities across Ross-shire

02 December 2023

Parklands Care Homes is marking its 30th anniversary with a significant funding boost for local community groups.


Ullapool chippy boss shares 'secret to success' after national award win

02 December 2023
Ullapool chippy boss shares 'secret to success' after national award win

Ullapool chippy boss shares 'secret to success' after national award win

02 December 2023

Delicasea Fish and Chips on West Shore St in Ullapool won Best Fish Supper for North at the Scottish Fish and Chip Awards on November 13.


Peat and Diesel announce merch pop-up shop in Ullapool

01 December 2023
Peat and Diesel announce merch pop-up shop in Ullapool

Peat and Diesel announce merch pop-up shop in Ullapool

01 December 2023

The Stornoway favourites taken residency at the old Parlett’s newsagents in Ullapool for their merchandise pop-up shop over the festive season.


Why this kind-hearted Invergordon lad (10) baked 180 cakes for less fortunate kids

01 December 2023
Why this kind-hearted Invergordon lad (10) baked 180 cakes for less fortunate kids

Why this kind-hearted Invergordon lad (10) baked 180 cakes for less fortunate kids

01 December 2023

An Invergordon boy (10) has baked 180 cakes to raise money for a local charity's Christmas drive to help less fortunate kids.


'They would have to be really stupid or really arrogant to try this again'

29 November 2023
'They would have to be really stupid or really arrogant to try this again'

'They would have to be really stupid or really arrogant to try this again'

29 November 2023

A BLACK Isle man injured during a bid by an attacker to steal one of his dogs says would-be thieves would be 'crazy' to try it again.


Highland Council receives approval for amended Household Waste Policy

29 November 2023
Highland Council receives approval for amended Household Waste Policy

Highland Council receives approval for amended Household Waste Policy

29 November 2023

Households will get an extra bin as part of the changes which aim to increase the amount of waste recycled while saving money for the service.


Ullapool Sea Savers secure funding from National Lottery Heritage Fund

29 November 2023
Ullapool Sea Savers secure funding from National Lottery Heritage Fund

Ullapool Sea Savers secure funding from National Lottery Heritage Fund

29 November 2023

Local kid-led environmental group, The Ullapool Sea Savers have secured funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.


Ross-shire passenger's dim view of mud-caked windows on stunning Kyle line train route

27 November 2023
Ross-shire passenger's dim view of mud-caked windows on stunning Kyle line train route

Ross-shire passenger's dim view of mud-caked windows on stunning Kyle line train route

27 November 2023

ScotRail has cited 'challenges keeping windows clean in more remote locations' after a Plockton passenger's disappointment.


PICTURES: How 1000 ducks helped Ross-shire primary raise £1.5K

27 November 2023
PICTURES: How 1000 ducks helped Ross-shire primary raise £1.5K

PICTURES: How 1000 ducks helped Ross-shire primary raise £1.5K

27 November 2023

Pupils at a Ross-shire primary school enjoyed a fun splash at the weekend on the River Conon.


Achiltibuie author Sarah Bernstein wins 'Canada's most influential literary prize'

27 November 2023
Achiltibuie author Sarah Bernstein wins 'Canada's most influential literary prize'

Achiltibuie author Sarah Bernstein wins 'Canada's most influential literary prize'

27 November 2023

Achiltibuie author Sarah Bernstein has scooped the 'most influential literary prize for fiction' in Canada, along with a CA$100,000 cash prize.


60 year olds spread birthday joy with gift to Muir of Ord nursery kids

25 November 2023
60 year olds spread birthday joy with gift to Muir of Ord nursery kids

60 year olds spread birthday joy with gift to Muir of Ord nursery kids

25 November 2023

'We cannot always guarantee sunshine, but with these suits, we can guarantee daily outdoor adventures!'


Ross-shire through the Lens: Loch Luichart in all its glory

25 November 2023
Ross-shire through the Lens: Loch Luichart in all its glory

Ross-shire through the Lens: Loch Luichart in all its glory

25 November 2023

Can you show us a part of this beautiful county we've never seen before or a familiar landmark from an unusual viewpoint?


Tree-mendous Ross-shire community effort unblocks A835 after high wind havoc

23 November 2023
Tree-mendous Ross-shire community effort unblocks A835 after high wind havoc

Tree-mendous Ross-shire community effort unblocks A835 after high wind havoc

23 November 2023

A fallen tree that wreaked havoc on drivers and school buses was quickly cleared after a concerted community effort.


Ullapool's annual Christmas Tree Festival to return for fourth year

21 November 2023
Ullapool's annual Christmas Tree Festival to return for fourth year

Ullapool's annual Christmas Tree Festival to return for fourth year

21 November 2023

The quirky event, held in the Church of Scotland on Mill Street, sees entries of one-of-a-kind trees from local residents and community groups.


Beinn Eighe surrounding community to be given deer stalking opportunity

21 November 2023
Beinn Eighe surrounding community to be given deer stalking opportunity

Beinn Eighe surrounding community to be given deer stalking opportunity

21 November 2023

A pioneering new initiative is offering local residents the chance to stalk deer at NatureScot’s Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve (NNR).


Renowned trad band Mànran to play in Strathpeffer this December

21 November 2023
Renowned trad band Mànran to play in Strathpeffer this December

Renowned trad band Mànran to play in Strathpeffer this December

21 November 2023

Multi award-winning band Mànran will take to the stage at Strathpeffer Pavilion on Friday, December 29 with well-known special guests.


Dingwall and Tain primary school cross country runners scoop gold

20 November 2023
Dingwall and Tain primary school cross country runners scoop gold

Dingwall and Tain primary school cross country runners scoop gold

20 November 2023

Primary school pupils from across Easter Ross and East Sutherland have run and scooped up medals in the first of six cross country races.


Mikeysline brings family support services to Dingwall after increasing demand from parents and carers

20 November 2023
Mikeysline brings family support services to Dingwall after increasing demand from parents and carers

Mikeysline brings family support services to Dingwall after increasing demand from parents and carers

20 November 2023

A mental health charity in the Highlands has set up its newest family support service in Dingwall Primary School.


Visitors described the gardens as ‘magical’ and ‘balm to the soul’, revealing how good a visit to a garden can be.

19 November 2023
Visitors described the gardens as ‘magical’ and ‘balm to the soul’, revealing how good a visit to a garden can be.

Visitors described the gardens as ‘magical’ and ‘balm to the soul’, revealing how good a visit to a garden can be.

19 November 2023

Attadale Gardens in Starthcarron offers meandering paths through water gardens and woodland, with sculptures, a herb garden, and Japanese garden.


New Tain Mikeysline hive to offer lifelong mental health support

19 November 2023
New Tain Mikeysline hive to offer lifelong mental health support

New Tain Mikeysline hive to offer lifelong mental health support

19 November 2023

Mikeysline is on the hunt for new volunteer support workers for their new Tain Hive, which will offer mental health support for those struggling.


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