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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

Ross-shire social enterprise celebrates 30 years of supporting the community

24 April 2024
Ross-shire social enterprise celebrates 30 years of supporting the community

Ross-shire social enterprise celebrates 30 years of supporting the community

24 April 2024

A Highland social enterprise is celebrating 30 years of providing home improvement, electrical recycling, and retail services to the North.


Miss Scotland gives advice for those hoping to take part in the next pageant

16 April 2024
Miss Scotland gives advice for those hoping to take part in the next pageant

Miss Scotland gives advice for those hoping to take part in the next pageant

16 April 2024

Miss Scotland has given her advice for those hoping to take part in the next pageant.


Two hotels on NC500 up for sale in Tain for offers over £2.5million

15 April 2024
Two hotels on NC500 up for sale in Tain for offers over £2.5million

Two hotels on NC500 up for sale in Tain for offers over £2.5million

15 April 2024

Two hotels on the NC500 route are up for sale in Tain.


Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

14 April 2024
Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

14 April 2024

Highland strongman, Luke Stoltman has been crowned Europe’s Strongest Man.


Highland Drivers Club team up with Kincraig Castle Hotel for exclusive events

14 April 2024
Highland Drivers Club team up with Kincraig Castle Hotel for exclusive events

Highland Drivers Club team up with Kincraig Castle Hotel for exclusive events

14 April 2024

A Highland club for car enthusiasts has started a new business relationship with a Ross-shire hotel.


Call for Highland Council to enforce policy banning use of pesticides in school playgrounds which may cause cancer

13 April 2024
Call for Highland Council to enforce policy banning use of pesticides in school playgrounds which may cause cancer

Call for Highland Council to enforce policy banning use of pesticides in school playgrounds which may cause cancer

13 April 2024

A Highland MSP has asked Highland Council to take urgent action to enforce their policy banning the use of pesticides on school playgrounds.


Wester Ross village considering if control zone should be introduced for short-term lets

12 April 2024
Wester Ross village considering if control zone should be introduced for short-term lets

Wester Ross village considering if control zone should be introduced for short-term lets

12 April 2024

If agreed by Highland Council, a Wester Ross village will be consulted over whether or not a control zone should be introduced for short-term lets.


Rural business organisation calls for better ‘rural-proofing’ of policies in wake of wood-burning stoves debacle

12 April 2024
Rural business organisation calls for better ‘rural-proofing’ of policies in wake of wood-burning stoves debacle

Rural business organisation calls for better ‘rural-proofing’ of policies in wake of wood-burning stoves debacle

12 April 2024

Scottish Land & Estates has called for better ‘rural-proofing’ of policies in the wake of the debacle over a ban on wood-burning stoves in new homes.


Wester Ross communities awarded grants to support affordable housing

12 April 2024
Wester Ross communities awarded grants to support affordable housing

Wester Ross communities awarded grants to support affordable housing

12 April 2024

Two Wester Ross communities have been awarded grants to support affordable housing and infrastructure in their area.


New initiative aimed at landlords of vacant crofts is hoped to strengthen crofting sector in Ross-shire

11 April 2024
New initiative aimed at landlords of vacant crofts is hoped to strengthen crofting sector in Ross-shire

New initiative aimed at landlords of vacant crofts is hoped to strengthen crofting sector in Ross-shire

11 April 2024

The Crofting Commission has announced a new initiative designed to strengthen the crofting sector by engaging with landlords of vacant crofts.


Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

11 April 2024
Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

11 April 2024

Giving business leaders peace of mind is at the heart of a Highland IT firms’ mission.


Highland Muslim community speak about Ramadan as celebration draws to a close

09 April 2024
Highland Muslim community speak about Ramadan as celebration draws to a close

Highland Muslim community speak about Ramadan as celebration draws to a close

09 April 2024

The Muslim community in the Highlands have been partaking in Ramadan since March 11.


UK’s top comedy acts set to take the stage at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

04 April 2024
UK’s top comedy acts set to take the stage at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

UK’s top comedy acts set to take the stage at Macdonald Aviemore Resort

04 April 2024

An evening full of laughter and world-class comedy is set to take place at Macdonald Aviemore Resort this summer.


Alness newborn baby who was critically ill ‘looks like he’s going to make it’ as he comes off ventilator

01 April 2024
Alness newborn baby who was critically ill ‘looks like he’s going to make it’ as he comes off ventilator

Alness newborn baby who was critically ill ‘looks like he’s going to make it’ as he comes off ventilator

01 April 2024

Kyro Macphee was born on March 22, yet at just a week old he had been placed on a ventilator and was fighting off a severe infection.


Fundraiser launched to support Highland parents of newborn baby who is in a critical condition

29 March 2024
Fundraiser launched to support Highland parents of newborn baby who is in a critical condition

Fundraiser launched to support Highland parents of newborn baby who is in a critical condition

29 March 2024

Kyro Macphee - who is just seven days old - has been airlifted to Dundee Hospital and is currently fighting for his life, with a severe infection.


Highland business secures four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with local authority

27 March 2024
Highland business secures four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with local authority

Highland business secures four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with local authority

27 March 2024

A Highland business has secured a four-year advertising and sponsorship contract with the local authority.


Four decades of music from Highland ensemble Scooty and the Skyhooks

27 March 2024
Four decades of music from Highland ensemble Scooty and the Skyhooks

Four decades of music from Highland ensemble Scooty and the Skyhooks

27 March 2024

Four decades ago, four Beauly lads decided to start a band for the love of music. Fast forward to 2024 and they are still giving it their best.


Figures show 2365 incidents of domestic abuse recorded by police in Highland during 2022-23

26 March 2024
Figures show 2365 incidents of domestic abuse recorded by police in Highland during 2022-23

Figures show 2365 incidents of domestic abuse recorded by police in Highland during 2022-23

26 March 2024

Victims of domestic violence have been encouraged to seek support and report incidents to police, following a reduction in recorded cases.


Funeral for young truck driver who died on A9 to take place in Nairn

22 March 2024
Funeral for young truck driver who died on A9 to take place in Nairn

Funeral for young truck driver who died on A9 to take place in Nairn

22 March 2024

The funeral of a young man who tragically died on the A9 will take place on April 4.


Highland entrepreneurs of the future pick up awards at regional finals

22 March 2024
Highland entrepreneurs of the future pick up awards at regional finals

Highland entrepreneurs of the future pick up awards at regional finals

22 March 2024

The business leaders of the future have been recognised at the Highland and Moray regional finals of the Young Enterprise Scotland Company Programme.


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