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Part two: Snow 15ft deep, the future route of the Highland mainline, and a surprise appearance by Santa at a council meeting were making the news.

YOUR VIEWS: Tributes following the death of Highland baker Harry Gow

Tis the season for strops and meltdowns - but it doesn’t have to be!

Get yourself ready for 2025 with our list of outdoor events taking place across the Highlands and Islands, and Moray and Aberdeenshire.

Are you in our latest mystery photos from a snowy Inverness city centre, or do you know anyone who is?

YOUR VIEWS: On council overpayments and Academy Street costs.

Make sure you carve out some time for yourself amongst all the Christmas chaos.

All our holy Christmas words are in vain unless our lives are beacons, spreading light and hope and love, says our columnist.

Did you know that pharmacy teams can offer advice, treatment for many common ailments, and referral to other healthcare teams if needed?

A family relationship expert suggests ways of balancing expectations and maintaining boundaries if you are dreading the big day.

Our ex-politician columnist on this year’s top political page-turners.

Many people will feel a special magic on Christmas Day, but it can also induce a strangely piercing sense of loneliness, says our columnist.

YOUR VIEWS: Remembering a one of a kind figure of the Inverness retail scene.

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson looks back at some of the best bits from Active Outdoors during 2024 – and finds plenty of fond memories to recall

Roisin Beattie (17), a Black Isle school pupil, has shared her thoughts in a column.

YOUR VIEWS: Readers on energy giant’s housing promises and possible council tax rises.

These expert tips will help you streamline your seasonal festivities.

George MacDonald’s work is still relevant because of the many similarities between the Victorian era and our times, says our columnist.

Avoid the stress of over-catering on the turkey and coming up short on roast potatoes.

Head coach is making a difference according to Charlie Christie.