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Niall Harkiss


Rural communities reporter

Niall Harkiss is our rural communities reporter, mostly covering stories for the Northern Times, Ross-shire Journal and Strathspey and Badenoch Herald titles. An experienced writer and publisher covering sport and community news, Niall joined the company in 2021.

Niall Harkiss

Inverness under-18s beaten by Wick Academy as Alness United youngsters thrash Rothes

09 October 2024
Inverness under-18s beaten by Wick Academy as Alness United youngsters thrash Rothes

Inverness under-18s beaten by Wick Academy as Alness United youngsters thrash Rothes

09 October 2024

There were big wins for Wick Academy, Alness United and Lossiemouth this past weekend.


PICTURES: Winners all smiles at Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2024

05 October 2024
PICTURES: Winners all smiles at Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2024

PICTURES: Winners all smiles at Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2024

05 October 2024

The Inverness Courier was there to capture photos of this year’s winners.


Tain taxi driver’s ‘incredible’ gesture after vandals destroy four-year-old boy’s toy car

05 October 2024
Tain taxi driver’s ‘incredible’ gesture after vandals destroy four-year-old boy’s toy car

Tain taxi driver’s ‘incredible’ gesture after vandals destroy four-year-old boy’s toy car

05 October 2024

DP Taxis owner David Purvis reached out to the family of four-year-old Jack after his toy police car had been stolen and damaged.


Landmark Freeport event held in Inverness is ‘crucial step in raising awareness of incredible opportunities’

05 October 2024
Landmark Freeport event held in Inverness is ‘crucial step in raising awareness of incredible opportunities’

Landmark Freeport event held in Inverness is ‘crucial step in raising awareness of incredible opportunities’

05 October 2024

More than 100 representatives from key sectors driving the Highland economy were in attendance at the landmark freeport event in Inverness.


Rural health charity launches new survey seeking up to date picture of wellbeing in the agricultural industry

01 October 2024
Rural health charity launches new survey seeking up to date picture of wellbeing in the agricultural industry

Rural health charity launches new survey seeking up to date picture of wellbeing in the agricultural industry

01 October 2024

A survey aiming to find out how farmers and crofters in Scotland are feeling has been launched today.


‘Dedication, generosity and resolve’ of learners celebrated at annual UHI Inverness student awards

30 September 2024
‘Dedication, generosity and resolve’ of learners celebrated at annual UHI Inverness student awards

‘Dedication, generosity and resolve’ of learners celebrated at annual UHI Inverness student awards

30 September 2024

Events Management graduate Rachel Fraser, who lives in Muir of Ord, won the Overcoming Adversity Award.


Police launch dash-cam footage appeal after bushes set on fire in Alness

30 September 2024
Police launch dash-cam footage appeal after bushes set on fire in Alness

Police launch dash-cam footage appeal after bushes set on fire in Alness

30 September 2024

Police Scotland have launched an appeal for dash-cam footage and further information after bushes in Alness were set on fire.


Far North Line afternoon service between Inverness and Wick cancelled due to illness

30 September 2024
Far North Line afternoon service between Inverness and Wick cancelled due to illness

Far North Line afternoon service between Inverness and Wick cancelled due to illness

30 September 2024

The afternoon train from Inverness to Wick has been cancelled.


Highland MSP Maree Todd welcomes funding to tackle depopulation in north-west Sutherland

27 September 2024
Highland MSP Maree Todd welcomes funding to tackle depopulation in north-west Sutherland

Highland MSP Maree Todd welcomes funding to tackle depopulation in north-west Sutherland

27 September 2024

MSP Maree Todd has welcomed funding from the Scottish Government aimed at tackling depopulation in north-west Sutherland.


Magnificent seven for Dingwall youngsters as Balloan beaten by Wick Academy

25 September 2024
Magnificent seven for Dingwall youngsters as Balloan beaten by Wick Academy

Magnificent seven for Dingwall youngsters as Balloan beaten by Wick Academy

25 September 2024

Dingwall put seven goals past North West Skye in the under-18 league on Sunday.


Alness floored by Wick Academy as Dingwall youngsters win in Moray

11 September 2024
Alness floored by Wick Academy as Dingwall youngsters win in Moray

Alness floored by Wick Academy as Dingwall youngsters win in Moray

11 September 2024

The Ross youngsters notched an impressive 4-1 win away to Lossiemouth.


St Duthus manager John Maclellan pleased to shake off ‘difficult week’

10 September 2024
St Duthus manager John Maclellan pleased to shake off ‘difficult week’

St Duthus manager John Maclellan pleased to shake off ‘difficult week’

10 September 2024

St Duthus tasted victory for the first time under manager John Maclellan on Saturday.


Easter Ross haulage firm celebrate 40th year with workshop expansion

09 September 2024
Easter Ross haulage firm celebrate 40th year with workshop expansion

Easter Ross haulage firm celebrate 40th year with workshop expansion

09 September 2024

J & D Cowper is celebrating its 40th year in business by expanding its portfolio.


PICTURES: Colourful afternoon at the Kessock Ferry Swim

01 September 2024
PICTURES: Colourful afternoon at the Kessock Ferry Swim

PICTURES: Colourful afternoon at the Kessock Ferry Swim

01 September 2024

The Kessock Ferry Swim was blessed with glorious sunshine yesterday as 230 swimmers took to the water at South Kessock Pier.


Police confirm two boys (15) charged in connection with break-in at Evanton premises

01 September 2024
Police confirm two boys (15) charged in connection with break-in at Evanton premises

Police confirm two boys (15) charged in connection with break-in at Evanton premises

01 September 2024

Police have confirmed that two 15-year-old boys have been charged in relation to a break-in in Evanton.


WATCH: Starting horn honour for Kessock Ferry Swim veterans

01 September 2024
WATCH: Starting horn honour for Kessock Ferry Swim veterans

WATCH: Starting horn honour for Kessock Ferry Swim veterans

01 September 2024

The Kessock Ferry Swim attracted over 230 swimmers yesterday.


Splash in the sun for over 230 outdoor swimmers at Kessock Ferry Swim

31 August 2024
Splash in the sun for over 230 outdoor swimmers at Kessock Ferry Swim

Splash in the sun for over 230 outdoor swimmers at Kessock Ferry Swim

31 August 2024

The charity swim attracted swimmers from all over.


Diamond ring disappearance sparks Easter Ross police probe

31 August 2024
Diamond ring disappearance sparks Easter Ross police probe

Diamond ring disappearance sparks Easter Ross police probe

31 August 2024

Family of Hilda Williamson say they were left ‘angry and upset’ when they discovered a valuable family heirloom missing from her hand.


Public invited to share pandemic experiences at UK Covid Inquiry event in Inverness

31 August 2024
Public invited to share pandemic experiences at UK Covid Inquiry event in Inverness

Public invited to share pandemic experiences at UK Covid Inquiry event in Inverness

31 August 2024

A nationwide series of community events inviting the public to share their pandemic experiences is coming to Inverness this week.


Dingwall off the mark with win over Inverness as Balloan prove too strong for Alness in under-18 league

29 August 2024
Dingwall off the mark with win over Inverness as Balloan prove too strong for Alness in under-18 league

Dingwall off the mark with win over Inverness as Balloan prove too strong for Alness in under-18 league

29 August 2024

Balloan Thistle and Wick Academy have set themselves up as early pace setters in this year’s Highland Football League under-18 north section.


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