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Federica Stefani


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Federica Stefani is a reporter for the Inverness Courier, Ross-shire Journal and other Highland News and Media titles, mainly focusing on news from the Nairnshire area. With a background in foreign languages and international politics, she joined the company in 2019 after graduating in Multimedia Journalism at Glasgow Caledonian University and was temporarily part of the digital development team. She is also passionate about the food & drink scene, specializing in whisky writing

Federica Stefani

WATCH: Primary pupils across the Highlands set for tasty challenge in bid to find hospitality talent

05 November 2025
WATCH: Primary pupils across the Highlands set for tasty challenge in bid to find hospitality talent

WATCH: Primary pupils across the Highlands set for tasty challenge in bid to find hospitality talent

05 November 2025

Primary school pupils across the Highlands are in for a tasty challenge as a new region-wide competition has re-launched this week.


New powers can be ‘big step’ to address ‘skyrocketing’ private rentals, says Highland MSP

12 October 2025
New powers can be ‘big step’ to address ‘skyrocketing’ private rentals, says Highland MSP

New powers can be ‘big step’ to address ‘skyrocketing’ private rentals, says Highland MSP

12 October 2025

A Highland MSP is calling Highland Council to introduce stronger protections and rent controls for private rental tenants.


Man and woman arrested after more than £90k of drugs recovered on A9

12 October 2025
Man and woman arrested after more than £90k of drugs recovered on A9

Man and woman arrested after more than £90k of drugs recovered on A9

12 October 2025

A man and a woman have been arrested and charged after drugs with an estimated street value of more than £90,000 were recovered in the Highlands.


Recycling company sold after two decades in business

12 October 2025
Recycling company sold after two decades in business

Recycling company sold after two decades in business

12 October 2025

A Highland recycling business has now been sold after almost two decades operating as a family business, it has been announced.


Disruption to train services continues after Storm Amy as delays and cancellations announced

06 October 2025
Disruption to train services continues after Storm Amy as delays and cancellations announced

Disruption to train services continues after Storm Amy as delays and cancellations announced

06 October 2025

Disruption to train travel in the Highlands and Moray today continues today due to a fault with the signalling system in Inverness.


‘It just shows how resilient the industry is’ — show weathers the storm at hospitality awards ceremony

04 October 2025
‘It just shows how resilient the industry is’ — show weathers the storm at hospitality awards ceremony

‘It just shows how resilient the industry is’ — show weathers the storm at hospitality awards ceremony

04 October 2025

The weather didn’t dampen spirits a last night’s Highlands and Islands Tourism awards.


Company behind Highland airports seeks to appoint new key figure

05 September 2025
Company behind Highland airports seeks to appoint new key figure

Company behind Highland airports seeks to appoint new key figure

05 September 2025

The company, which manages airports across the Highlands is seeking a new key figure to join its board.


Plans for major Highland power line project submitted to Scottish Ministers

03 September 2025
Plans for major Highland power line project submitted to Scottish Ministers

Plans for major Highland power line project submitted to Scottish Ministers

03 September 2025

Members of the public can provide feedback concerning a major Highland overhead line project.


UPDATE: Caithness road reopens after road crash forces five-hour closure

02 September 2025
UPDATE: Caithness road reopens after road crash forces five-hour closure

UPDATE: Caithness road reopens after road crash forces five-hour closure

02 September 2025

A Caithness trunk road has reopened after being closed for around five hours following a road crash.


Deadline looms for nominations to help reform 13 Highland community councils

27 August 2025
Deadline looms for nominations to help reform 13 Highland community councils

Deadline looms for nominations to help reform 13 Highland community councils

27 August 2025

The chance to breath fresh life into several Highland community councils is there for the taking as a deadline looms.


‘Elevated levels’ of radon found at nine Highland council buildings

20 August 2025
‘Elevated levels’ of radon found at nine Highland council buildings

‘Elevated levels’ of radon found at nine Highland council buildings

20 August 2025

“Elevated levels” of radon gas were found in nine properties belonging to Highland Council — including a Caithness primary school.


Localised heavy rain forecasts spark flood alert

13 August 2025
Localised heavy rain forecasts spark flood alert

Localised heavy rain forecasts spark flood alert

13 August 2025

A flood alert has been issued by SEPA today, with the Highlands and Moray at risk due to localised heavy rain.


Yellow weather warning issued as thunderstorm could cause disruption in the region

13 August 2025
Yellow weather warning issued as thunderstorm could cause disruption in the region

Yellow weather warning issued as thunderstorm could cause disruption in the region

13 August 2025

The Met Office has issued a new alert for thunderstorms which could hit the Highlands and Moray today and tomorrow.


A9 closed in Caithness following crash between car and motorcycle

10 August 2025
A9 closed in Caithness following crash between car and motorcycle

A9 closed in Caithness following crash between car and motorcycle

10 August 2025

The A9 in Caithness is currently closed in both directions due to a collision involving a car and a motorcycle.


Call to help change lives as children’s charity looks for new trustees

09 August 2025
Call to help change lives as children’s charity looks for new trustees

Call to help change lives as children’s charity looks for new trustees

09 August 2025

A children’s charity is calling for new trustees in the Highlands to come forward and help shape the future of the organisation.


Person airlifted to hospital after A9 crash

06 August 2025
Person airlifted to hospital after A9 crash

Person airlifted to hospital after A9 crash

06 August 2025

A person was airlifted to hospital after an incident on the A9 in Caithness.


A9 restricted in both directions in Caithness following crash

06 August 2025
A9 restricted in both directions in Caithness following crash

A9 restricted in both directions in Caithness following crash

06 August 2025

The A9 is currently restricted in both directions south of Thurso after a crash occurred earlier today.


BREAKING: Woman (29) dies in one-vehicle crash on A9

30 July 2025
BREAKING: Woman (29) dies in one-vehicle crash on A9

BREAKING: Woman (29) dies in one-vehicle crash on A9

30 July 2025

A 29-year-old woman has died this morning in a car crash on the A9


PICTURES: Whisky enthusiasts flock to Inverness as festival returns for fourth edition

05 July 2025
PICTURES: Whisky enthusiasts flock to Inverness as festival returns for fourth edition

PICTURES: Whisky enthusiasts flock to Inverness as festival returns for fourth edition

05 July 2025

Spirits were high this afternoon as whisky enthusiasts gathered in Inverness for an annual whisky festival.


New event will see 200 young Highland musicians come together for special performance

04 June 2025
New event will see 200 young Highland musicians come together for special performance

New event will see 200 young Highland musicians come together for special performance

04 June 2025

Around 200 young musicians from across the Highlands are set to entertain folks in the Highland capital with jigs, reels and marches.


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