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Niall Harkiss


Rural communities reporter

Niall Harkiss is our rural communities reporter, mostly covering stories for the Northern Times, Ross-shire Journal and Strathspey and Badenoch Herald titles. An experienced writer and publisher covering sport and community news, Niall joined the company in 2021.

Niall Harkiss

Scottish Amateur FA set to rule on Highland Amateur appeal this week as Inverness clubs await cup fate

03 June 2025
Scottish Amateur FA set to rule on Highland Amateur appeal this week as Inverness clubs await cup fate

Scottish Amateur FA set to rule on Highland Amateur appeal this week as Inverness clubs await cup fate

03 June 2025

Appeals have caused delays to this year’s Highland Amateur Cup.


BREAKING: Man arrested and charged in connection with death of woman in Inverness

03 June 2025
BREAKING: Man arrested and charged in connection with death of woman in Inverness

BREAKING: Man arrested and charged in connection with death of woman in Inverness

03 June 2025

The arrest and charge come after a 51-year-old woman died in hospital.


Police launch appeal to trace Nathan Griffin (24) missing from home in Inverness

03 June 2025
Police launch appeal to trace Nathan Griffin (24) missing from home in Inverness

Police launch appeal to trace Nathan Griffin (24) missing from home in Inverness

03 June 2025

Mr Griffin was last seen three days ago.


‘Crunch point’ for Clay Studio in Inverness as fundraiser surpasses initial £3k target needed to repair kiln

02 June 2025
‘Crunch point’ for Clay Studio in Inverness as fundraiser surpasses initial £3k target needed to repair kiln

‘Crunch point’ for Clay Studio in Inverness as fundraiser surpasses initial £3k target needed to repair kiln

02 June 2025

A funding drive to save the crisis-hit community charity has smashed its initial target after it was launched just 3 days ago.


Skerryvore to return to Inverness Leisure in December as part of 20th anniversary tour

02 June 2025
Skerryvore to return to Inverness Leisure in December as part of 20th anniversary tour

Skerryvore to return to Inverness Leisure in December as part of 20th anniversary tour

02 June 2025

Celtic rock sensations Skerryvore will return to Inverness later this year as part of their 20th anniversary celebrations.


PICTURES: Ribbon cutting at Whin Park hailed as ‘celebration of collaboration, vision and shared purpose’

30 May 2025
PICTURES: Ribbon cutting at Whin Park hailed as ‘celebration of collaboration, vision and shared purpose’

PICTURES: Ribbon cutting at Whin Park hailed as ‘celebration of collaboration, vision and shared purpose’

30 May 2025

Cllr Ian Brown addressed a crowd at the park today.


WATCH: Inverness City Leader hails Whin Park as ‘real destination park’ at ribbon cutting following £500k revamp

30 May 2025
WATCH: Inverness City Leader hails Whin Park as ‘real destination park’ at ribbon cutting following £500k revamp

WATCH: Inverness City Leader hails Whin Park as ‘real destination park’ at ribbon cutting following £500k revamp

30 May 2025

Primary pupils joined Cllr Ian Brown in cutting the ribbon on the park today.


Highland Amateur Cup could be extended into September, cup officials warn amid appeals

30 May 2025
Highland Amateur Cup could be extended into September, cup officials warn amid appeals

Highland Amateur Cup could be extended into September, cup officials warn amid appeals

30 May 2025

CK Interiors are among several clubs facing an extended wait to discover when they’ll next be in action.


79-year-old cyclist’s ‘special thank you’ to volunteers and emergency crews after airlift rescue from Fyrish Hill near Evanton

29 May 2025
79-year-old cyclist’s ‘special thank you’ to volunteers and emergency crews after airlift rescue from Fyrish Hill near Evanton

79-year-old cyclist’s ‘special thank you’ to volunteers and emergency crews after airlift rescue from Fyrish Hill near Evanton

29 May 2025

Experienced rider John Smallwood was rescued after suffering broken ribs upon making his descent from the summit.


Deadline nears for young musicians entering Nairn Book and Arts Festival competition

26 May 2025
Deadline nears for young musicians entering Nairn Book and Arts Festival competition

Deadline nears for young musicians entering Nairn Book and Arts Festival competition

26 May 2025

Young performers in Nairn are being urged to act fast as the deadline to enter this year’s Young Musician Competition.


Eden Court set to open door to Narnia

26 May 2025
Eden Court set to open door to Narnia

Eden Court set to open door to Narnia

26 May 2025

A stage adaptation of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe is set to arrive at Eden Court in Inverness this summer.


New initiative to transform volunteering practices launched in Inverness

25 May 2025
New initiative to transform volunteering practices launched in Inverness

New initiative to transform volunteering practices launched in Inverness

25 May 2025

The Volunteer Academy, developed by the Highland Third Sector Interface (HTSI), was formally unveiled on Friday.


Inverness Athletic chairman anticipates ‘special’ season as club hit milestone decade since formation

25 May 2025
Inverness Athletic chairman anticipates ‘special’ season as club hit milestone decade since formation

Inverness Athletic chairman anticipates ‘special’ season as club hit milestone decade since formation

25 May 2025

The North Caledonian League club were formed in 2016 by current chairman Sandy Stephen.


Police name 67-year-old motorcyclist killed in A862 crash near Beauly as appeal for witnesses continues

25 May 2025
Police name 67-year-old motorcyclist killed in A862 crash near Beauly as appeal for witnesses continues

Police name 67-year-old motorcyclist killed in A862 crash near Beauly as appeal for witnesses continues

25 May 2025

A man who died following a crash on the A862 near Beauly has been named.


Police launch appeal to trace missing woman Andrea Kanerova last seen in Drakies area

25 May 2025
Police launch appeal to trace missing woman Andrea Kanerova last seen in Drakies area

Police launch appeal to trace missing woman Andrea Kanerova last seen in Drakies area

25 May 2025

The 24-year-old was last seen in the Drakies area yesterday.


Loch Ness Classic Car Tour reveals ‘enviable’ lineup of vintage motors on entry list for 2025

25 May 2025
Loch Ness Classic Car Tour reveals ‘enviable’ lineup of vintage motors on entry list for 2025

Loch Ness Classic Car Tour reveals ‘enviable’ lineup of vintage motors on entry list for 2025

25 May 2025

Some of the rarest and most eye-catching vintage vehicles in the country are set to grace Highland roads next month.


UPDATE: A832 near Munlochy on Black Isle re-opens after earlier collision

24 May 2025
UPDATE: A832 near Munlochy on Black Isle re-opens after earlier collision

UPDATE: A832 near Munlochy on Black Isle re-opens after earlier collision

24 May 2025

The A832 has re-opened following a crash at Munlochy on the Black Isle earlier today.


Proposals for city-wide heat networks in Inverness are ‘big step forward’ for Highland aim of reaching Net Zero

24 May 2025
Proposals for city-wide heat networks in Inverness are ‘big step forward’ for Highland aim of reaching Net Zero

Proposals for city-wide heat networks in Inverness are ‘big step forward’ for Highland aim of reaching Net Zero

24 May 2025

Plans to bring district heating to parts of Inverness have taken a step forward.


Police warn motorists to avoid area after crash forces closure of A832 at Munlochy junction

24 May 2025
Police warn motorists to avoid area after crash forces closure of A832 at Munlochy junction

Police warn motorists to avoid area after crash forces closure of A832 at Munlochy junction

24 May 2025

The road has been closed at the junction with the B9162 after police were called to the collision at around 4.25pm today.


£1.5m community-led Glen Urquhart hub project near Drumnadrochit backed by £375k funding boost

24 May 2025
£1.5m community-led Glen Urquhart hub project near Drumnadrochit backed by £375k funding boost

£1.5m community-led Glen Urquhart hub project near Drumnadrochit backed by £375k funding boost

24 May 2025

Glen Urquhart Rural Community Association (GURCA) is leading a £1.5m redevelopment of Glen Urquhart Public Hall.


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