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Andrew Henderson


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Andrew Henderson has been working with Highland News and Media since February 2018, starting out solely as a sports reporter before adding features to his repertoire as well in early 2023. Andrew also curates our LGBTQ+ newsletter, The Queerier, which started in June 2023

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‘At long last we were able to do what straight couples had always been able to do’

16 December 2024
‘At long last we were able to do what straight couples had always been able to do’

‘At long last we were able to do what straight couples had always been able to do’

16 December 2024

Exactly 10 years after same-sex marriage became legal, the first couple in the Highlands to get a civil partnership reflects on the progress made.


Under-14s find scoring touch to see off Dingwall

05 December 2024
Under-14s find scoring touch to see off Dingwall

Under-14s find scoring touch to see off Dingwall

05 December 2024

It was another positive result for Caithness United’s under-14s in Highland Youth League action last weekend.


‘Spectacular’ eagle clinches Red Tee Stableford win

05 December 2024
‘Spectacular’ eagle clinches Red Tee Stableford win

‘Spectacular’ eagle clinches Red Tee Stableford win

05 December 2024

Golfers at Reay were treated to improved weather conditions for their latest competition.


Dunnet duo compete at Junior Badminton Championships

05 December 2024
Dunnet duo compete at Junior Badminton Championships

Dunnet duo compete at Junior Badminton Championships

05 December 2024

The Caithness Junior Badminton Club pair competed in singles, doubles and mixed doubles at under-13 and under-17 level.


Seven heaven for under-16s at Fort William

05 December 2024
Seven heaven for under-16s at Fort William

Seven heaven for under-16s at Fort William

05 December 2024

A one-sided victory was not without its challenges as Caithness United’s goalkeeper had to save a penalty to keep a clean sheet.


LGBTQ+ social group hoping to help community raise confidence levels

21 September 2024
LGBTQ+ social group hoping to help community raise confidence levels

LGBTQ+ social group hoping to help community raise confidence levels

21 September 2024

A spokesperson said: “We’ve heard some quite horrific stories of people being bullied just for being themselves. That’s why we set up this group.”


Manson expects Wick to cause Brechin problems

13 September 2024
Manson expects Wick to cause Brechin problems

Manson expects Wick to cause Brechin problems

13 September 2024

The Scorries will be the underdogs at Glebe Park this weekend, but Manson will not accept a backs against the wall performance.


Dounreay Fly Fishing Association crown club champion

13 September 2024
Dounreay Fly Fishing Association crown club champion

Dounreay Fly Fishing Association crown club champion

13 September 2024

The final event of the year was held last Saturday at Loch Caluim, where Aivis Kreslins took the win.


Reay retain Sandra Proudler Cup

12 September 2024
Reay retain Sandra Proudler Cup

Reay retain Sandra Proudler Cup

12 September 2024

It was the 30th anniversary year of the competition, which concluded for 2024 at last weekend’s Wick Open.


Hill climb completes Wick Wheelers’ season

12 September 2024
Hill climb completes Wick Wheelers’ season

Hill climb completes Wick Wheelers’ season

12 September 2024

There was one last bit of business to take of for the cycling club, but it was the shortest and most intense of them all.


History made as teen becomes golf club’s champion

12 September 2024
History made as teen becomes golf club’s champion

History made as teen becomes golf club’s champion

12 September 2024

As well as being the youngest ever winner, the 15-year-old has completed what is believed to be an unprecedented double.


Derby drubbing was ‘most embarrassing moment’ of coach’s career

12 September 2024
Derby drubbing was ‘most embarrassing moment’ of coach’s career

Derby drubbing was ‘most embarrassing moment’ of coach’s career

12 September 2024

Thurso shipped nine goals against Halkirk United in the North Caledonian League on Wednesday night.


Derby day sends Halkirk to cloud nine

12 September 2024
Derby day sends Halkirk to cloud nine

Derby day sends Halkirk to cloud nine

12 September 2024

It ended up being a one-sided result on Wednesday evening.


Under-16s score four in first league win of the season

12 September 2024
Under-16s score four in first league win of the season

Under-16s score four in first league win of the season

12 September 2024

It has been an adjustment period for Caithness United, but they eased past their latest opponents Fort William in Wick.


Thurso host Caithness and Sutherland Intercounty

12 September 2024
Thurso host Caithness and Sutherland Intercounty

Thurso host Caithness and Sutherland Intercounty

12 September 2024

The competition brings together clubs from across the two regions to compete in strokeplay and stableford formats.


Cyclists battle through strong winds for hill climb medals

12 September 2024
Cyclists battle through strong winds for hill climb medals

Cyclists battle through strong winds for hill climb medals

12 September 2024

The conditions meant Andrew MacLeod’s record time was never challenged.


Champions emerge at Wick Open

11 September 2024
Champions emerge at Wick Open

Champions emerge at Wick Open

11 September 2024

In very foggy conditions at the Reiss Links, some players found their way to the top of the leaderboard.


North Caley clubs exit cup ahead of derby clash

10 September 2024
North Caley clubs exit cup ahead of derby clash

North Caley clubs exit cup ahead of derby clash

10 September 2024

Both teams were up against sides with perfect league records so far this season last weekend.


‘Missed opportunity’ for Wick to score massive win

09 September 2024
‘Missed opportunity’ for Wick to score massive win

‘Missed opportunity’ for Wick to score massive win

09 September 2024

It needed an 87th minute winner to beat Rothes, who at one stage were two goals down with a man sent off.


Caithness Ladies to receive £1000 in funding

19 June 2024
Caithness Ladies to receive £1000 in funding

Caithness Ladies to receive £1000 in funding

19 June 2024

The club are one of four from the Highlands and Islands to win the funding from ScottishPower.


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