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Could the Book of Kells originate from Portmahomack?

Could the Book of Kells originate from Portmahomack?

Could the Book of Kells originate from Portmahomack?

16 January 2025

The Book of Kells contains the four gospels of the New Testament — and scholars are now rethinking the manuscript’s origin.


Only TWO Highland dog fouling fines issued since 2021

Only TWO Highland dog fouling fines issued since 2021

Only TWO Highland dog fouling fines issued since 2021

12 January 2025

ONLY two fines for dog fouling have been issued since 2021 in the Highlands, prompting local politicians to call out “lazy and selfish” pet owners.


Highland Shortbread Showdown returns for 2025

Highland Shortbread Showdown returns for 2025

Highland Shortbread Showdown returns for 2025

12 January 2025

The Highland Shortbread Showdown is back for its third edition in 2025, with businesses encouraged to enter their best bakes.


Highland Archive Service reflects on busy 2024

Highland Archive Service reflects on busy 2024

Highland Archive Service reflects on busy 2024

09 January 2025

The past 12 months proved to be another very busy year for our team, writes the Highland Archive Service.


Fury over ‘rogue’ release of lynx today in Highlands

Fury over ‘rogue’ release of lynx today in Highlands

Fury over ‘rogue’ release of lynx today in Highlands

08 January 2025

“Any illegal release of lynx here is unwelcome and grossly irresponsible”


Sharpened toilet brush handle among weapons seized from Highland prisoners

Sharpened toilet brush handle among weapons seized from Highland prisoners

Sharpened toilet brush handle among weapons seized from Highland prisoners

07 January 2025

Cocaine and Spice among drugs confiscated from prisoners in Inverness.


Highland people could get thousands of pounds in benefits in 2025 – are you eligible?

Highland people could get thousands of pounds in benefits in 2025 – are you eligible?

Highland people could get thousands of pounds in benefits in 2025 – are you eligible?

06 January 2025

Unpaid carers, disabled people and people on low incomes are being encouraged to see if they are entitled to thousands of pounds in benefits in 2025.


New online platform launched to encourage people to engage directly with NHS Highland

New online platform launched to encourage people to engage directly with NHS Highland

New online platform launched to encourage people to engage directly with NHS Highland

05 January 2025

The NHS Highland Engagement Hub is a one-stop shop to let the agency know about the topics people would like to hear more about.


NHS Highland and Highland Council agree to proposed changes in how care is delivered in communities

NHS Highland and Highland Council agree to proposed changes in how care is delivered in communities

NHS Highland and Highland Council agree to proposed changes in how care is delivered in communities

04 January 2025

NHS Highland and Highland Council have agreed to proposed changes in how care is delivered in communities.


Three professors return to Highlands to open cutting-edge research centre

Three professors return to Highlands to open cutting-edge research centre

Three professors return to Highlands to open cutting-edge research centre

02 January 2025

The wound healing and lymphedema research centre is based at the Life Sciences Innovation Centre.


What links the Black Isle Isle, Vikings and the Countess of Sutherland’s shopping list?

What links the Black Isle Isle, Vikings and the Countess of Sutherland’s shopping list?

What links the Black Isle Isle, Vikings and the Countess of Sutherland’s shopping list?

29 December 2024

There are some fascinating talks in store as the group looks forward to 2025.


The unfortunate reality of January

The unfortunate reality of January

The unfortunate reality of January

27 December 2024

It is an unfortunate reality that January sees a high volume of couples starting the process of separation or divorce.


Record number of knives seized from people at Inverness Justice Centre as police make weapons detection a ‘key priority’

Record number of knives seized from people at Inverness Justice Centre as police make weapons detection a ‘key priority’

Record number of knives seized from people at Inverness Justice Centre as police make weapons detection a ‘key priority’

26 December 2024

More than 1000 items were seized from people at Inverness Justice Centre in the last three years.


Over 100 abandoned vehicles recorded on Black Isle since 2022

Over 100 abandoned vehicles recorded on Black Isle since 2022

Over 100 abandoned vehicles recorded on Black Isle since 2022

24 December 2024

The abandoned vehicles prove to be “not only an eyesore but an environmental risk,” according to a local MSP.


5113 domestic abuse reports last festive season: don’t suffer in silence in the Highlands this Christmas

5113 domestic abuse reports last festive season: don’t suffer in silence in the Highlands this Christmas

5113 domestic abuse reports last festive season: don’t suffer in silence in the Highlands this Christmas

23 December 2024

Scotland’s senior law officer has encouraged victims not to suffer in silence this festive period.


REVEALED: Number of Christmas housebreaking crimes in Highlands

REVEALED: Number of Christmas housebreaking crimes in Highlands

REVEALED: Number of Christmas housebreaking crimes in Highlands

23 December 2024

FOI results prompt police to issue range of tips to keep your property safe over the festive period.


Highland patients reminded to get ready for Christmas

Highland patients reminded to get ready for Christmas

Highland patients reminded to get ready for Christmas

18 December 2024

People who rely on repeat medication are being reminded that they need to plan ahead for the upcoming holiday season.


Wester Ross family’s tragic loss set to help child bereavement service

Wester Ross family’s tragic loss set to help child bereavement service

Wester Ross family’s tragic loss set to help child bereavement service

16 December 2024

“It was life-changing for us and I felt I carried my own grief as well as hers as she was so young.”


‘The most supportive and friendly course I have ever been on’

‘The most supportive and friendly course I have ever been on’

‘The most supportive and friendly course I have ever been on’

10 December 2024

The programme equips participants with the skills to recognise, understand and respond to mental health challenges, including suicide risk.


What have the Romans ever done for us?

What have the Romans ever done for us?

What have the Romans ever done for us?

08 December 2024

What promises to be a fascinating insight will be followed by seasonal refreshments at the Black Isle venue.


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