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Bus firm provides free travel for NHS staff

Bus firm provides free travel for NHS staff

A Highland bus company is offering free travel to NHS staff on its services until further notice.


Charity says new figures show clear dangers of coronavirus for older people

Charity says new figures show clear dangers of coronavirus for older people

Age Scotland has reacted to figures released today showing that 60 per cent of all Scottish deaths from Covid-19 were among people aged 75 and over.


Woman charged in connection with excessive speeding on the A9

Woman charged in connection with excessive speeding on the A9

Officers are appealing for information following reports of a car being driven at significant speeds on the A9 between Inverness and Wick yesterday.


WATCH: Raigmore Hospital staff keep up spirits with a little dancing

WATCH: Raigmore Hospital staff keep up spirits with a little dancing

NHS staff at Raigmore Hospital have been keeping their spirits up during the hectic country-wide coronavirus response ­- with a little dancing.


City hotel sends message of support to NHS staff

City hotel sends message of support to NHS staff

Banners made from bedsheets have appeared hanging from the Jurys Inn in Inverness, as a message of support for NHS staff.


Hair salon donates 3000 pairs of gloves to NHS staff

Hair salon donates 3000 pairs of gloves to NHS staff

An Inverness hair salon has donated thousands of pairs of protective gloves to frontline NHS staff during the coronavirus outbreak.


How to keep kids entertained over Easter

How to keep kids entertained over Easter

Former primary school teacher Catherine Lynch of PlanBee has a selection of easy-to-do, fun activities to enjoy at home.


SPFL recommendation to scrap play-offs could affect Caley Thistle promotion chances

SPFL recommendation to scrap play-offs could affect Caley Thistle promotion chances

All 42 clubs are set to vote on recommendations.


Longer read: New project co-ordinator for Highland charity recalls the time he was kidnapped at gunpoint and reflects on his next challenge

Longer read: New project co-ordinator for Highland charity recalls the time he was kidnapped at gunpoint and reflects on his next challenge

As an aid worker in central America, Martin Baldwin was attacked three times at gunpoint and on one occasion kidnapped and placed in fear of his life.


Five fun ways to celebrate Easter with your family from afar

Five fun ways to celebrate Easter with your family from afar

It’s usually packed full of family fun and chocolate – but there’s no escaping the fact that Easter is going to look a little bit different this year


More than 60 people in Highland hospitals with suspected coronavirus - and six in intensive care

More than 60 people in Highland hospitals with suspected coronavirus - and six in intensive care

MORE than 60 people were being treated for Covid-19 in Highland hospitals overnight ­– and six were in intensive care.


16 coronavirus deaths in the NHS Highland area

16 coronavirus deaths in the NHS Highland area

A total of 16 people have died of coronavirus in the NHS Highland area, according to new data from the National Records of Scotland.


Meet the experts in XpoNorth Shorts

Meet the experts in XpoNorth Shorts

Top tips from books, music and film sectors


Green MSP praises majority for following coronavirus advice

Green MSP praises majority for following coronavirus advice

A Highland MSP has praised residents in the region for following government advice during the coronavirus crisis.


Skipinnish's Inverness gig postponed to 2021

Skipinnish's Inverness gig postponed to 2021

Decision 'the only sensible option'


Hotel cries foul after walkers damage gardens

Hotel cries foul after walkers damage gardens

An Inverness hotel is asking the public to stop dumping rubbish and damaging lawns in its grounds after opening up its green space to walkers.


Inverness teacher offered face shields to the local area during coronavirus crisis

Inverness teacher offered face shields to the local area during coronavirus crisis

With concerns rising over the need for personal protective equipment (PPE) one Inverness teacher is offering 3D printed plastic face shields.


Skipinnish's Inverness gig postponed to 2021

Skipinnish's Inverness gig postponed to 2021

Decision 'the only sensible option'


University releases students from tenancy contracts

University releases students from tenancy contracts

Students who have left their accommodation in Inverness won't be charged rent from the end of this month.


Keep on running, say fitness experts

Keep on running, say fitness experts

With events cancelled and training plans torn apart, John Davidson spoke to two local sports experts about what to do to keep fitness and focus


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