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Young musicians passing on skills to next generation

Young musicians passing on skills to next generation

Young musicians passing on skills to next generation

21 March 2025

Two young musicians are hoping to inspire the Highlands’ future musical maestros.


Top baby names of 2024 revealed

Top baby names of 2024 revealed

Top baby names of 2024 revealed

20 March 2025

Data collected by the National Records of Scotland has confirmed which boys’ and girls’ names were most popular last year.


Highly anticipated castle experience announces three new roles

Highly anticipated castle experience announces three new roles

Highly anticipated castle experience announces three new roles

20 March 2025

The Inverness Castle Experience has made the announcement ahead of its opening later this summer.


Dedicated carer to host craft care fair to support carers and families

Dedicated carer to host craft care fair to support carers and families

Dedicated carer to host craft care fair to support carers and families

20 March 2025

A special event to help those in need of care is being hosted next month.


Learn about the evolution of news at an exclusive networking lunch

Learn about the evolution of news at an exclusive networking lunch

Learn about the evolution of news at an exclusive networking lunch

19 March 2025

An exclusive insight into the digital transformation of local journalism is being discussed at a Chamber of Commerce event.


Tickets to go on sale for Strictly dance competition

Tickets to go on sale for Strictly dance competition

Tickets to go on sale for Strictly dance competition

19 March 2025

Tickets for the highly anticipated charity dance competition are about to go on sale.


‘Proud’ teenagers show the way on blood donation

‘Proud’ teenagers show the way on blood donation

‘Proud’ teenagers show the way on blood donation

19 March 2025

Showing the older generation how it’s done, enthusiastic school students were among donors who turned out to give blood recently.


Owners of acclaimed restaurant stepping down after 23 years

Owners of acclaimed restaurant stepping down after 23 years

Owners of acclaimed restaurant stepping down after 23 years

18 March 2025

The owners of one of Scotland’s most praised eateries have announced a new proprietor.


Survivor speaks out about sexual abuse committed by sports coach

Survivor speaks out about sexual abuse committed by sports coach

Survivor speaks out about sexual abuse committed by sports coach

18 March 2025

The survivor said: “Robbie Paulin was my coach, he was my best friend… he is my sexual assaulter.”


Gold ring linked to famous geologist Hugh Miller set for Black Isle display

Gold ring linked to famous geologist Hugh Miller set for Black Isle display

Gold ring linked to famous geologist Hugh Miller set for Black Isle display

18 March 2025

It was a remarkable find which sent ripples of delight from South Africa to the Black Isle


Highland minister takes leap of faith - again!

Highland minister takes leap of faith - again!

Highland minister takes leap of faith - again!

17 March 2025

He has already shown he’s up for a challenge - and with the new role is ready for plenty more.


‘We just all need to do our bit’: Highland firm steps up for blood drive

‘We just all need to do our bit’: Highland firm steps up for blood drive

‘We just all need to do our bit’: Highland firm steps up for blood drive

17 March 2025

The blood transfusion service is actively seeking to welcome local companies as part of its corporate blood donation programme.


Caithness woman dedicates award win to late best friend

Caithness woman dedicates award win to late best friend

Caithness woman dedicates award win to late best friend

16 March 2025

A Caithness woman won Fundraiser of the Year at Highland Heroes for her project in tribute to her late best friend, Julie.


‘This is for all parents and carers like me’ - proud dad is named Carer of the Year

‘This is for all parents and carers like me’ - proud dad is named Carer of the Year

‘This is for all parents and carers like me’ - proud dad is named Carer of the Year

16 March 2025

It was an emotional night for an Inverness-based dad who was named Carer of the Year at Friday’s Highland Heroes Awards 2025.


Public vote win is ‘icing on the cake’ for Loch Ness green gurus

Public vote win is ‘icing on the cake’ for Loch Ness green gurus

Public vote win is ‘icing on the cake’ for Loch Ness green gurus

16 March 2025

Encouraging slow, sustainable tourism from the heart of a visitor hotspot saw a Loch Ness initiative scoop a prestigious Highland Heroes accolade.


‘They are not just healthcare workers, they are lifelines’

‘They are not just healthcare workers, they are lifelines’

‘They are not just healthcare workers, they are lifelines’

16 March 2025

The pioneering success of a health rehabilitation team offering “a second chance at life” earned special recognition at Highland Heroes.


WATCH: ‘I want to help make change’ - Cromarty teenager scoops award

WATCH: ‘I want to help make change’ - Cromarty teenager scoops award

WATCH: ‘I want to help make change’ - Cromarty teenager scoops award

15 March 2025

A Cromarty teenager with a relentless dedication to youth work has scooped a prestigious accolade at this year’s Highland Heroes awards.


‘You go into teaching to make their lives better’

‘You go into teaching to make their lives better’

‘You go into teaching to make their lives better’

15 March 2025

Elaine Maciver admitted that being announced Primary Teacher of the Year at Highland Heroes 2025 was ‘a bit overwhelming’.


LISTEN: Strictly for a Cause podcast with Beauly Pharmacy Technician and Inverness Costa Coffee at Barista

LISTEN: Strictly for a Cause podcast with Beauly Pharmacy Technician and Inverness Costa Coffee at Barista

LISTEN: Strictly for a Cause podcast with Beauly Pharmacy Technician and Inverness Costa Coffee at Barista

15 March 2025

Hear why Tanya White and Elle Campbell are taking part in this year’s Strictly Inverness to raise funds for Highland Hospice and Inverness Ice Centre.


‘She’s a winner!’ - courage in the face of health challenges wins teenager brave child title

‘She’s a winner!’ - courage in the face of health challenges wins teenager brave child title

‘She’s a winner!’ - courage in the face of health challenges wins teenager brave child title

15 March 2025

Highland Heroes win is a huge boost for inspiring young woman.


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