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'Knowing how much work is involved to achieve gold, I could not be more pleased'

29 August 2020
'Knowing how much work is involved to achieve gold, I could not be more pleased'

'Knowing how much work is involved to achieve gold, I could not be more pleased'

29 August 2020

High Life Highland has been rewarded for its work to support people within the armed forces community.


Highland health experts call for urgent flu jab campaign to prevent NHS being overwhelmed this winter

27 August 2020
Highland health experts call for urgent flu jab campaign to prevent NHS being overwhelmed this winter

Highland health experts call for urgent flu jab campaign to prevent NHS being overwhelmed this winter

27 August 2020

There are fears flu cases in combination with Covid-19 could stretch the health service beyond its limits.


One-stop-shop app pilot for greener travel in the Highlands

27 August 2020
One-stop-shop app pilot for greener travel in the Highlands

One-stop-shop app pilot for greener travel in the Highlands

27 August 2020

A new app designed to make it easier to access information on greener travel options will be trialled in the Highlands.


High school pupils across Scotland will be told to wear face coverings

25 August 2020
High school pupils across Scotland will be told to wear face coverings

High school pupils across Scotland will be told to wear face coverings

25 August 2020

Children will have to wear face coverings in corridors, communal areas and school buses from next Monday


Highland Council looks to safer alternatives after cancellation of winter events programme

25 August 2020
Highland Council looks to safer alternatives after cancellation of winter events programme

Highland Council looks to safer alternatives after cancellation of winter events programme

25 August 2020

Money saved from the cancellation of Inverness winter events programme could be ploughed into staging safer alternative entertainment.


Highland bowling alley eager to reopen after lengthy lockdown

25 August 2020
Highland bowling alley eager to reopen after lengthy lockdown

Highland bowling alley eager to reopen after lengthy lockdown

25 August 2020

The Highland capital's only tenpin bowling centre is getting ready to rumble again after lockdown.


Highland cemeteries nearing capacity

24 August 2020
Highland cemeteries nearing capacity

Highland cemeteries nearing capacity

24 August 2020

More than 30 Highland cemeteries could be full within the next six years, including two in the Inverness area.


£150 million superyacht spotted off Chanonry Point as mega-rich owner pops in to Highland cafe

23 August 2020
£150 million superyacht spotted off Chanonry Point as mega-rich owner pops in to Highland cafe

£150 million superyacht spotted off Chanonry Point as mega-rich owner pops in to Highland cafe

23 August 2020

A NEWLY-OPENED café in Nairn is claiming an oil billionaire among its customers taking advantage of the Eat Out to Help Out scheme.


Raigmore doctor reports back from devastation of Beirut after massive explosion

23 August 2020
Raigmore doctor reports back from devastation of Beirut after massive explosion

Raigmore doctor reports back from devastation of Beirut after massive explosion

23 August 2020

After the devastating Beirut explosion Inverness surgeon Andy Kent details his part in a mercy mission to the stricken city.


PICTURES: Beauly firm takes the plunge for Highland charities

22 August 2020
PICTURES: Beauly firm takes the plunge for Highland charities

PICTURES: Beauly firm takes the plunge for Highland charities

22 August 2020

When this year’s Highland Cross duathlon was cancelled many worthy causes that regularly benefit from the fundraiser were left high and dry.


Highland police probe as incident leaves 17-year-old 'seriously' injured

21 August 2020
Highland police probe as incident leaves 17-year-old 'seriously' injured

Highland police probe as incident leaves 17-year-old 'seriously' injured

21 August 2020

Police have cordoned off an area in Wick as enquiries are ongoing into the attempted murder of a 17-year-old.


The day Paul McCartney carried my case

18 August 2020
The day Paul McCartney carried my case

The day Paul McCartney carried my case

18 August 2020

A recent story by Jean Gunn about Paul and Linda McCartney's visit to Wick brought back memories for fellow Groat reporter David G Scott.


New minibus will benefit students at rural skills college

17 August 2020
New minibus will benefit students at rural skills college

New minibus will benefit students at rural skills college

17 August 2020

Students at Cantraybridge College will be able to access more activities thanks to the donation of a new minibus.


Outside drinks not allowed at city pub

16 August 2020
Outside drinks not allowed at city pub

Outside drinks not allowed at city pub

16 August 2020

A CITY publican says he has been left baffled after Highland Council rejected a bid for four tables on the pavement outside his premises.


'My shoulders took an absolute pounding' says Loch Ness paddleboarder eyeing world record

16 August 2020
'My shoulders took an absolute pounding' says Loch Ness paddleboarder eyeing world record

'My shoulders took an absolute pounding' says Loch Ness paddleboarder eyeing world record

16 August 2020

A determined paddleboarder raised funds for a charity close to his heart while also attempting a world record on Loch Ness.


Aldi plans parking clampdown for Inverness supermarket

15 August 2020
Aldi plans parking clampdown for Inverness supermarket

Aldi plans parking clampdown for Inverness supermarket

15 August 2020

Cameras could be installed in an Inverness supermarket car park to crack down on motorists misusing it.


PICTURES: Swarms of stinging jellyfish hit Far North shores

13 August 2020
PICTURES: Swarms of stinging jellyfish hit Far North shores

PICTURES: Swarms of stinging jellyfish hit Far North shores

13 August 2020

Huge numbers of stinging jellyfish have been seen on beaches in the Far North in what could be a sign of global warming.


'Remain vigilant over coronavirus risk' warn Highland health chiefs

13 August 2020
'Remain vigilant over coronavirus risk' warn Highland health chiefs

'Remain vigilant over coronavirus risk' warn Highland health chiefs

13 August 2020

NHS Highland and its public health partners are encouraging members of the public to stay vigilant and follow guidance on Covid-19.


New partnership to provide rural support service

12 August 2020
New partnership to provide rural support service

New partnership to provide rural support service

12 August 2020

A service providing home care and support to residents in part of the Highlands is to be set up under a new partnership with Highland Hospice.


Plans for new healthcare centre

12 August 2020
Plans for new healthcare centre

Plans for new healthcare centre

12 August 2020

Revised plans for a new elective care centre to serve the north of Scotland are being recommended for approval.


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