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Nairn Dunbar's Steven Pears wins first Russell Knox Junior Open

Nairn Dunbar's Steven Pears wins first Russell Knox Junior Open

NAIRN Dunbar’s junior champion Steven Pears claimed the inaugural Russell Knox Junior Open at Inverness.


Universal credit slammed as rent debt in Highlands soars to nearly £1 million

Universal credit slammed as rent debt in Highlands soars to nearly £1 million

Rent owed to Highland Council by the 1290 Highlanders currently receiving universal credit has jumped 40 per cent in just six months – from £704,000…


Councillors reject Army claim to Inverness land in 1872

Councillors reject Army claim to Inverness land in 1872

THE ownership of a parcel of land in the Longman area of Inverness was in question when an Army officer called at the Inverness Town Council offices asking…


Ronnie Sharp targets more experience for Nairn County after Ryan Macdonald addition

Ronnie Sharp targets more experience for Nairn County after Ryan Macdonald addition

RONNIE Sharp is keen to add more experience to his Nairn County squad.


Alex Cooper set on full-time return after Caley Thistle trial

Alex Cooper set on full-time return after Caley Thistle trial

ALEX Cooper is chomping at the bit to get back involved in football again after an injury-hit 12 months.


Passport idea launched on tourist route

Passport idea launched on tourist route

SCOTLAND’S answer to Route 66 has launched its very own passport to help visitors keep track of their bucket list experiences.


Caley Thistle's Jake Mulraney: No need to panic after Elgin defeat

Caley Thistle's Jake Mulraney: No need to panic after Elgin defeat

JAKE Mulraney insists there is no need for Caley Thistle to panic – despite their surprise weekend pre-season 2-0 loss at League Two Elgin City.


Skate park event is a hit with Inverness boarders

Skate park event is a hit with Inverness boarders

The event was organised by the Highland Skate Park Association which is a charity that helps to raise the profile of the sport and encourages others to…


Steps taken in 1871 in bid to prevent spread of cholera in Inverness

Steps taken in 1871 in bid to prevent spread of cholera in Inverness

THE ever-present risk of infectious diseases such as cholera and smallpox – particularly from ships coming into Inverness – was cause for…


Weedkiller spray fears buzzing for Inverness-shire bee colonies

Weedkiller spray fears buzzing for Inverness-shire bee colonies

A BEEKEEPER believes Highland Council should consult apiarists if it is going to be spraying weedkillers in areas where there are hives.


Final phase of Town House revamp is approved

Final phase of Town House revamp is approved

COUNCILLORS have rubber-stamped the final stage of work to renovate Inverness Town House.


Camanachd Cup semi-final line-up confirmed

Camanachd Cup semi-final line-up confirmed

Making the draw was MG ALBA chief executive Donald Campbell, assisted by Diane Kerr, sales consultant, Tulloch Homes, and Billy MacKay construction director,…


Campaign to promote responsible gambling hailed 'a success' despite only six people coming forward for help

Campaign to promote responsible gambling hailed 'a success' despite only six people coming forward for help

A CAMPAIGN to promote responsible gambling has been hailed a success despite the low number of people who stepped forward for help.


Calls for Highland Council cash process to be changed

Calls for Highland Council cash process to be changed

LEADING councillors have called for an end to “smoke and mirrors” from the Scottish Government when it is deciding how much money to give…


Work is completed on a new Inverness market in 1870

Work is completed on a new Inverness market in 1870

THE town celebrated the opening of a new market to replace the old one off Union Street.


Morrisons Supermarket in Inverness set to bring back car park fees

Morrisons Supermarket in Inverness set to bring back car park fees

A FREE car parking bonanza for motorists at Morrisons supermarket is set to end.


Bethan (9) to raise dough with recipe book

Bethan (9) to raise dough with recipe book

A BUDDING baker is on a fundraising mission to help others with her weekly bake sales and her new recipe book,


Tornagrain housing scheme wins top rural industry prize

Tornagrain housing scheme wins top rural industry prize

THE Highlands’ newest town has received plaudits at a recent awards ceremony.


Cash boost for Loch Ness visitor centre

Cash boost for Loch Ness visitor centre

PLANS for a new tourism "one-stop shop" on the shores of Loch Ness have been given a funding boost.


£16k heroin courier jailed after A9 seizure

£16k heroin courier jailed after A9 seizure

A DRUGS courier bound for the Highlands who was caught ferrying a £16,000 heroin stash has been jailed for a year.


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