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Why this Black Isle birthday boy is set for a big weekend of celebration

10 October 2024
Why this Black Isle birthday boy is set for a big weekend of celebration

Why this Black Isle birthday boy is set for a big weekend of celebration

10 October 2024

Hugh Miller was born on this day in 1802 and his impact still resonates 222 years later far beyond the Black Isle.


‘Praying dog’ delights attendees at Black Isle animal shelter blessing

09 October 2024
‘Praying dog’ delights attendees at Black Isle animal shelter blessing

‘Praying dog’ delights attendees at Black Isle animal shelter blessing

09 October 2024

An animal blessing on the Black Isle had added meaning for the stalwart behind a shelter there.


A9 Tore roundabout roadwork programme hit by adverse weather forecast

08 October 2024
A9 Tore roundabout roadwork programme hit by adverse weather forecast

A9 Tore roundabout roadwork programme hit by adverse weather forecast

08 October 2024

A major A9 roadwork programme expected to last 18 nights has been hit by an adverse weather forecast.


Home Bargains Highland town store opening countdown begins

08 October 2024
Home Bargains Highland town store opening countdown begins

Home Bargains Highland town store opening countdown begins

08 October 2024

The fast-growing discount retailer says it has created more than 50 local jobs ahead of its grand opening this weekend.


Highland firefighter who saved SFRS colleague’s life after shinty pitch cardiac arrest collects award

01 October 2024
Highland firefighter who saved SFRS colleague’s life after shinty pitch cardiac arrest collects award

Highland firefighter who saved SFRS colleague’s life after shinty pitch cardiac arrest collects award

01 October 2024

‘To be standing here receiving this award beside Keith, who ultimately saved my life, is quite surreal.’


RSE takes majority investment in Aquazone as rapid expansion continues

01 October 2024
RSE takes majority investment in Aquazone as rapid expansion continues

RSE takes majority investment in Aquazone as rapid expansion continues

01 October 2024

The acquisition strengthens strategic diversification into the rental market, ‘providing clients with flexible solutions as CAPEX budgets tighten’.


Highland care home operator reopens fund for local groups

01 October 2024
Highland care home operator reopens fund for local groups

Highland care home operator reopens fund for local groups

01 October 2024

Eligible projects include those that focus on older people, education, sport and wellbeing, young people and sustainability.


Highland Chinese community welcomes special visitor to Inverness

25 September 2024
Highland Chinese community welcomes special visitor to Inverness

Highland Chinese community welcomes special visitor to Inverness

25 September 2024

The Scottish Highland and Islands and Moray Chinese Association has a base in Inverness and is involved in a variety of activities.


UPDATE: £795K carriageway improvements on A9 between Tore Roundabout and the B9169 junction

25 September 2024
UPDATE: £795K carriageway improvements on A9 between Tore Roundabout and the B9169 junction

UPDATE: £795K carriageway improvements on A9 between Tore Roundabout and the B9169 junction

25 September 2024

Work will now start on Tuesday, October 1 and is scheduled to be completed by Saturday, October 26.


A9 Tomich crash dash-cam appeal as police reveal details of vehicles involved

24 September 2024
A9 Tomich crash dash-cam appeal as police reveal details of vehicles involved

A9 Tomich crash dash-cam appeal as police reveal details of vehicles involved

24 September 2024

Two people were taken to hospital with serious injuries.


UPDATE: A9 reopens at Tomich in Highlands after two-vehicle collision

23 September 2024
UPDATE: A9 reopens at Tomich in Highlands after two-vehicle collision

UPDATE: A9 reopens at Tomich in Highlands after two-vehicle collision

23 September 2024

The A9 was closed for around six hours after an Easter Ross collision which resulted in two casualties.


What A9 Tore roundabout resurfacing will mean for you

23 September 2024
What A9 Tore roundabout resurfacing will mean for you

What A9 Tore roundabout resurfacing will mean for you

23 September 2024

Essential road resurfacing on the Tore roundabout on the A9 has been flagged to motorists ahead of work starting this weekend.


UPDATE: Kessock Bridge reopens following police incident

18 September 2024
UPDATE: Kessock Bridge reopens following police incident

UPDATE: Kessock Bridge reopens following police incident

18 September 2024

The bridge is a key part of the main road running through the Highlands and links the Black Isle with Inverness.


Chihuahua detective yarn puts Black Isle author on £15,000 story award shortlist

18 September 2024
Chihuahua detective yarn puts Black Isle author on £15,000 story award shortlist

Chihuahua detective yarn puts Black Isle author on £15,000 story award shortlist

18 September 2024

Vee’s story will be broadcast on Radio 4 in the run-up to the big announcement on October 1.


Cruise line passenger airlifted to hospital from Cromarty Firth

15 September 2024
Cruise line passenger airlifted to hospital from Cromarty Firth

Cruise line passenger airlifted to hospital from Cromarty Firth

15 September 2024

A cruise liner made a quicker than scheduled return to an Easter Ross port after a passenger fell ill.


Biker (63) taken to hospital after collision in Black Isle village

14 September 2024
Biker (63) taken to hospital after collision in Black Isle village

Biker (63) taken to hospital after collision in Black Isle village

14 September 2024

Police said the driver of the car would be reported to the procurator fiscal.


UPDATE: A9 at Kingussie reopens after three-vehicle smash and seven-hour closure

08 September 2024
UPDATE: A9 at Kingussie reopens after three-vehicle smash and seven-hour closure

UPDATE: A9 at Kingussie reopens after three-vehicle smash and seven-hour closure

08 September 2024

The A9 has reopened near Kingussie following an earlier three-vehicle collision which triggered a significant emergency response.


UPDATE: A9 Kessock Bridge reopens after earlier police incident

08 September 2024
UPDATE: A9 Kessock Bridge reopens after earlier police incident

UPDATE: A9 Kessock Bridge reopens after earlier police incident

08 September 2024

The bridge carries the A9 and links the Black Isle with Inverness on the main trunk road network.


Black Isle Fairy Glen road re-opens after two-vehicle collision

07 September 2024
Black Isle Fairy Glen road re-opens after two-vehicle collision

Black Isle Fairy Glen road re-opens after two-vehicle collision

07 September 2024

A 60-year-old woman was checked for injuries at the scene of a Black Isle collision today.


UPDATE: Kessock Bridge on A9 closed in both directions with emergency services on scene

06 September 2024
UPDATE: Kessock Bridge on A9 closed in both directions with emergency services on scene

UPDATE: Kessock Bridge on A9 closed in both directions with emergency services on scene

06 September 2024

Emergency services are on the scene. The first northbound lane closure was announced at 7.13pm.


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