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Police reveal individual was spiked at Belladrum 2022 — here are the signs you’ve been spiked

Police reveal individual was spiked at Belladrum 2022 — here are the signs you’ve been spiked

Police reveal individual was spiked at Belladrum 2022 — here are the signs you’ve been spiked

24 July 2024

The warning follows from an inquiry which reveals a report of the “horrific” crime was made to the police in relation to the 2022 event.


Ross-shire care home welcomes new manager

Ross-shire care home welcomes new manager

Ross-shire care home welcomes new manager

24 July 2024

Debbie brings a wealth of health and social care experience to the role, having worked for the Highland Council, Moray Council and NHS Highland.


NHS Highland counter fraud services investigate worker

NHS Highland counter fraud services investigate worker

NHS Highland counter fraud services investigate worker

22 July 2024

It is believed the man was carrying out duties in Inverness under a false name.


More than 1000 Highlanders are ‘handing over their savings in agony’ to access private dental care

More than 1000 Highlanders are ‘handing over their savings in agony’ to access private dental care

More than 1000 Highlanders are ‘handing over their savings in agony’ to access private dental care

22 July 2024

Scottish Labour says ‘This is what privatisation looks like – those who can, pay for a private dentist; those who can’t, suffer’


WATCH: Jamie Stone says Highland healthcare ‘stripped back and gutted’ by centralisation

WATCH: Jamie Stone says Highland healthcare ‘stripped back and gutted’ by centralisation

WATCH: Jamie Stone says Highland healthcare ‘stripped back and gutted’ by centralisation

18 July 2024

In the first adjournment debate of new the parliament, he said: ‘17 years of centralisation has wreaked havoc on my part of the world’.


Deputy First Minister discusses her experience with postnatal depression in candid new podcast series

Deputy First Minister discusses her experience with postnatal depression in candid new podcast series

Deputy First Minister discusses her experience with postnatal depression in candid new podcast series

18 July 2024

Deputy First Minster Kate Forbes has spoken about her experience with postnatal depression on the new series of the podcast, Speaking of Suicide.


Why is this Traitors’ star returning to famous Highland castle?

Why is this Traitors’ star returning to famous Highland castle?

Why is this Traitors’ star returning to famous Highland castle?

17 July 2024

He was a finalist in The Traitors and revealed a remarkable person story that touched millions.


Highland MP Jamie Stone to lead first adjournment debate of new parliament on rural healthcare access

Highland MP Jamie Stone to lead first adjournment debate of new parliament on rural healthcare access

Highland MP Jamie Stone to lead first adjournment debate of new parliament on rural healthcare access

16 July 2024

He says he has heard ‘horror stories’ but ‘there is not the wit or willpower in the Scottish Government’.


Parklands Pride returns to care homes for 2024

Parklands Pride returns to care homes for 2024

Parklands Pride returns to care homes for 2024

15 July 2024

Parklands care homes in Fortrose and Tain will host celebrations of ‘life, love and diversity’ once again this weekend.


Study looking at financial difficulties faced by those in end of life in rural areas seeks recruits

Study looking at financial difficulties faced by those in end of life in rural areas seeks recruits

Study looking at financial difficulties faced by those in end of life in rural areas seeks recruits

13 July 2024

A Marie Curie-funded study aims to uncover the struggles of people in Scotland’s rural communities facing advanced illness and financial hardship.


A9 toilet map ‘to help ensure comfort and convenience’ for mums-to-be

A9 toilet map ‘to help ensure comfort and convenience’ for mums-to-be

A9 toilet map ‘to help ensure comfort and convenience’ for mums-to-be

13 July 2024

NHS Highland has come up with an at-a-glance list of lavatories that are available for pregnant women to use between Caithness and Raigmore.


Lego connects tots and senior citizens at Ross-shire care home

Lego connects tots and senior citizens at Ross-shire care home

Lego connects tots and senior citizens at Ross-shire care home

12 July 2024

What helps to connect tots and senior citizens? Lego, of course!


Ullapool’s former Mo Dhachaidh care home to get £1.1m accessible housing transformation

Ullapool’s former Mo Dhachaidh care home to get £1.1m accessible housing transformation

Ullapool’s former Mo Dhachaidh care home to get £1.1m accessible housing transformation

09 July 2024

The building is set to transform into accessible housing, so the area can “retain some form of care provision”.


Ross-shire to see ‘huge’ expansion of mental health services from charity

Ross-shire to see ‘huge’ expansion of mental health services from charity

Ross-shire to see ‘huge’ expansion of mental health services from charity

08 July 2024

A mental health charity is planning a ‘huge’ expansion of vital services into Highland communities, with new staff set to be recruited.


COLIN CAMPBELL: Takeaway pizzas in A&E are a bit hard to stomach

COLIN CAMPBELL: Takeaway pizzas in A&E are a bit hard to stomach

COLIN CAMPBELL: Takeaway pizzas in A&E are a bit hard to stomach

07 July 2024

I've had my fill of NHS horror stories, and don't want to consume any more, says our columnist.


Emergency short-term suspension of service at Ross-shire care home

Emergency short-term suspension of service at Ross-shire care home

Emergency short-term suspension of service at Ross-shire care home

05 July 2024

NHS Highland says the “difficult decision” is the correct one while admitting it will result in some anxiety for residents.


Dingwall Puffin pool secures welcome windfall as plug pulled on Black Isle dream

Dingwall Puffin pool secures welcome windfall as plug pulled on Black Isle dream

Dingwall Puffin pool secures welcome windfall as plug pulled on Black Isle dream

04 July 2024

Determined volunteers and fundraisers worked for more than 25 years to try and realise the dream of a swimming pool on the Black Isle.


How personal challenges unite Highland far north election frontrunners

How personal challenges unite Highland far north election frontrunners

How personal challenges unite Highland far north election frontrunners

30 June 2024

Both Jamie Stone and Lucy Beattie became carers for loved ones and both are determined to improve the lives of carers.


Hospital manager now treats hospital lawns at Raigmore

Hospital manager now treats hospital lawns at Raigmore

Hospital manager now treats hospital lawns at Raigmore

29 June 2024

A former hospital manager is returning to Raigmore 20 years after he left, only this time with a more greenfingered task in mind.


Giant heart sculptures to follow successful Heilan’ Coo artworks in aid of Highland Hospice

Giant heart sculptures to follow successful Heilan’ Coo artworks in aid of Highland Hospice

Giant heart sculptures to follow successful Heilan’ Coo artworks in aid of Highland Hospice

28 June 2024

A Highland charity is looking to spread the love after announcing plans for an art trail featuring dozens of giant heart-shaped sculptures.


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