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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

Business that suffered loss of building in Fairways fire set to get permanent new home

16 April 2025
Business that suffered loss of building in Fairways fire set to get permanent new home

Business that suffered loss of building in Fairways fire set to get permanent new home

16 April 2025

SJ Travel Centre was one of several businesses that were destroyed at Fairways Business Park.


Man drove his van towards an elderly lady’s house and separately attacked another man inside his home

16 April 2025
Man drove his van towards an elderly lady’s house and separately attacked another man inside his home

Man drove his van towards an elderly lady’s house and separately attacked another man inside his home

16 April 2025

David Stewart (50) was spotted outside the woman’s address before he climbed into a van and drove towards the house.


Man left unattended by his carer sexually assaulted a 12-year-old girl inside an Inverness shop

15 April 2025
Man left unattended by his carer sexually assaulted a 12-year-old girl inside an Inverness shop

Man left unattended by his carer sexually assaulted a 12-year-old girl inside an Inverness shop

15 April 2025

Inverness Sheriff Court heard that Philip Mackenzie required 24/7 care and had been out for lunch with his carer when he asked to go to the toilet.


Inverness park fully reopens as safety inspection completed after child almost hit by falling equipment

14 April 2025
Inverness park fully reopens as safety inspection completed after child almost hit by falling equipment

Inverness park fully reopens as safety inspection completed after child almost hit by falling equipment

14 April 2025

Whin Park has been fully reopened for public use after a climbing frame was temporarily closed


Inverness cafe set to reduce its hours for the ‘foreseeable future’

14 April 2025
Inverness cafe set to reduce its hours for the ‘foreseeable future’

Inverness cafe set to reduce its hours for the ‘foreseeable future’

14 April 2025

The operators said: “The past few years have made it difficult for many independent cafe businesses to stay afloat.”


Highland bakeries shortlisted for pie world championship

14 April 2025
Highland bakeries shortlisted for pie world championship

Highland bakeries shortlisted for pie world championship

14 April 2025

Ashers Bakery, Cafe V8 and Macleans Highland Bakery have all been shortlisted for the 2025 World Championship Scotch Pie Awards.


Paedophile sexually assaulted two girls

14 April 2025
Paedophile sexually assaulted two girls

Paedophile sexually assaulted two girls

14 April 2025

The 67-year-old has been placed on the Sex Offenders’ Register.


People interested in sober events invited to take part in new workshop programme

13 April 2025
People interested in sober events invited to take part in new workshop programme

People interested in sober events invited to take part in new workshop programme

13 April 2025

The Highland Sober Collective has been launched by Laura Johnston-Scott, who is aiming to provide more alcohol-free social events.


Woman speaks about her experience of helping victims of crime in Inverness

13 April 2025
Woman speaks about her experience of helping victims of crime in Inverness

Woman speaks about her experience of helping victims of crime in Inverness

13 April 2025

Victim Support Scotland (VSS) is on the lookout for anyone who can offer at least four hours per week and feels they can make a difference.


Highland business helps tackle social isolation through annual fund

12 April 2025
Highland business helps tackle social isolation through annual fund

Highland business helps tackle social isolation through annual fund

12 April 2025

The Cairngorm Group has been pivotal in ensuring there are opportunities for all since its inception over 70 years ago.


WATCH: Strictly stars speak about their alternative personas for taking on the tango during dance competition

12 April 2025
WATCH: Strictly stars speak about their alternative personas for taking on the tango during dance competition

WATCH: Strictly stars speak about their alternative personas for taking on the tango during dance competition

12 April 2025

In this week’s episode of the Strictly for a Cause Podcast we chat with Annis Nordvik and Duncan Macgregor.


Customers come first as Rollerbowl marks 35 years

11 April 2025
Customers come first as Rollerbowl marks 35 years

Customers come first as Rollerbowl marks 35 years

11 April 2025

One of Inverness’s longest-running entertainment venues is celebrating a milestone - Rollerbowl is marking 35 years of fun in the Highlands.


Inverness woman set to embark on challenge of a lifetime in memory of late mum — and be back in time for Belladrum

10 April 2025
Inverness woman set to embark on challenge of a lifetime in memory of late mum — and be back in time for Belladrum

Inverness woman set to embark on challenge of a lifetime in memory of late mum — and be back in time for Belladrum

10 April 2025

An Inverness-woman is about to embark on the challenge of lifetime in memory of her late mum.


Plans submitted for coffee shop in Inverness city centre

09 April 2025
Plans submitted for coffee shop in Inverness city centre

Plans submitted for coffee shop in Inverness city centre

09 April 2025

Plans have been submitted to Highland Council for a coffee shop and coffee training academy.


Jail for Nairn paedophile who had images and videos of children as young as five

09 April 2025
Jail for Nairn paedophile who had images and videos of children as young as five

Jail for Nairn paedophile who had images and videos of children as young as five

09 April 2025

Frances Ward (51) of the town’s Gordon Street was found guilty at Inverness Sheriff Court and sentenced on Thursday, April 3.


New mobile Jobcentre van set to bring more employment opportunities to Highland communities

09 April 2025
New mobile Jobcentre van set to bring more employment opportunities to Highland communities

New mobile Jobcentre van set to bring more employment opportunities to Highland communities

09 April 2025

Inverness’ new mobile Jobcentre will be pulling up to community centres and residential areas in coming weeks.


Inverness woman ‘pays’ £900 for petrol after card transaction comes off 13 TIMES

09 April 2025
Inverness woman ‘pays’ £900 for petrol after card transaction comes off 13 TIMES

Inverness woman ‘pays’ £900 for petrol after card transaction comes off 13 TIMES

09 April 2025

An Inverness woman saw over £900 worth of charges come off her credit card.


Inverness duo revamp and rebrand cafe in a matter of months

09 April 2025
Inverness duo revamp and rebrand cafe in a matter of months

Inverness duo revamp and rebrand cafe in a matter of months

09 April 2025

Roots Cafe is the brainchild of River Elliott and Rebecca MacKintosh who were both former staff at Velocity Cafe on Crown Avenue.


Inverness garden centre celebrates 25 years of growth

08 April 2025
Inverness garden centre celebrates 25 years of growth

Inverness garden centre celebrates 25 years of growth

08 April 2025

As Simpsons Garden Centre marks its 25th anniversary, it is a moment of reflection and celebration.


Film showcases Nairn woman’s experience of grief and finding connection after loss of her dad

07 April 2025
Film showcases Nairn woman’s experience of grief and finding connection after loss of her dad

Film showcases Nairn woman’s experience of grief and finding connection after loss of her dad

07 April 2025

Grief is very often still seen as taboo.


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