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Seizure of 2000 illegal vapes in the Highlands sparks plea to stamp out irresponsible sellers

14 August 2023
Seizure of 2000 illegal vapes in the Highlands sparks plea to stamp out irresponsible sellers

Seizure of 2000 illegal vapes in the Highlands sparks plea to stamp out irresponsible sellers

14 August 2023

ILLEGAL vape sales and dodgy knock-offs have sparked a plea to businesses to help stamp out the issue after more than 2000 were seized in a year.


A9 road resurfacing work will temporarily close busy junction on the Black Isle

10 August 2023
A9 road resurfacing work will temporarily close busy junction on the Black Isle

A9 road resurfacing work will temporarily close busy junction on the Black Isle

10 August 2023

The junction with the B9169 will be closed overnight on Wednesday next week, and a convoy will be in place on the A9, while resurfacing takes place.


Avian flu detection sparks 3km 'protection zone' in Lochcarron area

10 August 2023
Avian flu detection sparks 3km 'protection zone' in Lochcarron area

Avian flu detection sparks 3km 'protection zone' in Lochcarron area

10 August 2023

BIRD keepers are being urged to be vigilant after highly pathogenic avian flu was detected on a croft – bird movement restrictions are now in force.


'Guaranteed jobs' pledge aims to encourage student midwives to head to the Highlands

10 August 2023
'Guaranteed jobs' pledge aims to encourage student midwives to head to the Highlands

'Guaranteed jobs' pledge aims to encourage student midwives to head to the Highlands

10 August 2023

MIDWIFERY services in the Highlands could be set for a boost in staff numbers thanks to a link up between a university and the local health board.


Woman taken to hospital after 4 vehicle crash in busy Inverness retail park

08 August 2023
Woman taken to hospital after 4 vehicle crash in busy Inverness retail park

Woman taken to hospital after 4 vehicle crash in busy Inverness retail park

08 August 2023

Police said a woman was taken to hospital as a "precaution" and that officers were at the scene.


Restoration of Inverness's famous Rose Window under way ahead of return to public eye

03 August 2023
Restoration of Inverness's famous Rose Window under way ahead of return to public eye

Restoration of Inverness's famous Rose Window under way ahead of return to public eye

03 August 2023

The work is being carried out ahead of its much anticipated return to the public eye within Inverness Castle.


Scabies-affected ward at Raigmore Hospital could reopen soon

03 August 2023
Scabies-affected ward at Raigmore Hospital could reopen soon

Scabies-affected ward at Raigmore Hospital could reopen soon

03 August 2023

NHS Highland said that treatment for the outbreak is now 'concluded' and the ward will likely reopen to new admissions following a deep clean.


Loganair thanks passengers for 'patience' after technical issue cancels Inverness-Stornoway flight

03 August 2023
Loganair thanks passengers for 'patience' after technical issue cancels Inverness-Stornoway flight

Loganair thanks passengers for 'patience' after technical issue cancels Inverness-Stornoway flight

03 August 2023

AIRLINE passengers have been given alternative flights or full refunds after an Inverness-Stornoway service was cancelled.


Collapsed drain sparks 'emergency roadwork' misery for A82 motorists in Inverness

03 August 2023
Collapsed drain sparks 'emergency roadwork' misery for A82 motorists in Inverness

Collapsed drain sparks 'emergency roadwork' misery for A82 motorists in Inverness

03 August 2023

MOTORISTS in Inverness were facing big disruption after a collapsed drain closed the A82 to "all northbound traffic" near the Longman roundabout.


Minister given progress report on Highland green freeport

02 August 2023
Minister given progress report on Highland green freeport

Minister given progress report on Highland green freeport

02 August 2023

WORK on a major new wind farm was highlighted to a government minister when they were given a progress report on the establishment of a new freeport.


Police hunt Belladrum attacker who 'seriously injured' festival-goer

31 July 2023
Police hunt Belladrum attacker who 'seriously injured' festival-goer

Police hunt Belladrum attacker who 'seriously injured' festival-goer

31 July 2023

The victim (18) needed treatment at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness following the attack at a campsite in the early hours of Sunday.


Counter-measures vital as wildfires 'likely to become more intense and more frequent'

30 July 2023
Counter-measures vital as wildfires 'likely to become more intense and more frequent'

Counter-measures vital as wildfires 'likely to become more intense and more frequent'

30 July 2023

THE role that gamekeepers, stalkers and rural workers played in helping to tackle a huge wildfire at Cannich is being highlighted in a new video.


Medicines plea issued to Highland holidaymakers by NHS24

29 July 2023
Medicines plea issued to Highland holidaymakers by NHS24

Medicines plea issued to Highland holidaymakers by NHS24

29 July 2023

DON'T forget your medication when you head off on your holidays, Highland residents are being reminded.


Spaces running out for Run the Runway charity event at Inverness Airport

28 July 2023
Spaces running out for Run the Runway charity event at Inverness Airport

Spaces running out for Run the Runway charity event at Inverness Airport

28 July 2023

A CHARITY hopes to send its fundraising sky-high when runners and walkers take to the Inverness Airport runway next month –and spaces are running out.


Armed forces honour for NHS Highland over veteran employees

27 July 2023
Armed forces honour for NHS Highland over veteran employees

Armed forces honour for NHS Highland over veteran employees

27 July 2023

WORK by NHS Highland to support the armed forces and veteran community has been honoured.


Cromarty Bridge van breakdown sparks morning rush hour congestion

27 July 2023
Cromarty Bridge van breakdown sparks morning rush hour congestion

Cromarty Bridge van breakdown sparks morning rush hour congestion

27 July 2023

A BROKEN down van brought disruption to the Cromarty Bridge during Thursday's morning rush hour.


ScotRail cancels trains over staff shortage on Far North Line

26 July 2023
ScotRail cancels trains over staff shortage on Far North Line

ScotRail cancels trains over staff shortage on Far North Line

26 July 2023

A SHORTAGE of "station staff" has sparked the cancellation of two trains between Inverness and Caithness.


PICTURES: Dog parade fun for Munlochy Animal Aid raised over £4000

23 July 2023
PICTURES: Dog parade fun for Munlochy Animal Aid raised over £4000

PICTURES: Dog parade fun for Munlochy Animal Aid raised over £4000

23 July 2023

A PERFECT day for a parade of pooches has helped delighted organisers raise more than £4000 for an animal charity.


WATCH: Delight for wildlife spotters after 'rare' Northern Bottlenose Whales spotted in Moray Firth

23 July 2023
WATCH: Delight for wildlife spotters after 'rare' Northern Bottlenose Whales spotted in Moray Firth

WATCH: Delight for wildlife spotters after 'rare' Northern Bottlenose Whales spotted in Moray Firth

23 July 2023

A CHANCE aquatic encounter has delighted the team on the Dolphin Spirit tour boats, after spotting not one but three rare Northern Bottlenose Whales.


What's it like on Highland trains when a third fail to arrive on time?

22 July 2023
What's it like on Highland trains when a third fail to arrive on time?

What's it like on Highland trains when a third fail to arrive on time?

22 July 2023

SHOCKING figures reveal a third of Highland trains are late. But what's it like to use the existing services... and what can be done to improve them?


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