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"Latest bodyblow"for Highland commuters as bid for faster train journeys between Inverness and Edinburgh remains unattained

24 May 2023
"Latest bodyblow"for Highland commuters as bid for faster train journeys between Inverness and Edinburgh remains unattained

"Latest bodyblow"for Highland commuters as bid for faster train journeys between Inverness and Edinburgh remains unattained

24 May 2023

A HIGHLAND MSP has called out the government on failing to deliver faster train journeys between Inverness and the Central belt.


UPDATE: Cyclist "gutted" as cold temperatures and strong winds halt NC500 record attempt

24 May 2023
UPDATE: Cyclist "gutted" as cold temperatures and strong winds halt NC500 record attempt

UPDATE: Cyclist "gutted" as cold temperatures and strong winds halt NC500 record attempt

24 May 2023

ENDURANCE cyclist Matt Page said he was gutted to call off a NC500 record-breaking attempt after being caught in adverse conditions.


Number of comfort scheme providers in the Highlands set to increase

24 May 2023
Number of comfort scheme providers in the Highlands set to increase

Number of comfort scheme providers in the Highlands set to increase

24 May 2023

A SCHEME aiming to increase the number of toilets accessible to the public in the Highlands is set to see a 30 per cent rise in providers.


Energy company explores alternatives for Spittal-Beauly overhead line

17 May 2023
Energy company explores alternatives for Spittal-Beauly overhead line

Energy company explores alternatives for Spittal-Beauly overhead line

17 May 2023

An energy company has confirmed it is working on alternative options on plans to build a controversial overhead line in the Highlands.


Agricultural charity appoints new Highlands and Islands case officer after more than 600 apply for the role

03 May 2023
Agricultural charity appoints new Highlands and Islands case officer after more than 600 apply for the role

Agricultural charity appoints new Highlands and Islands case officer after more than 600 apply for the role

03 May 2023

A SCOTTISH agricultural charity has named a new representative for the Highlands after almost 650 people applied for the role.


May bank holidays spark reminder of possible changes to working hours to healthcare services in the region

27 April 2023
May bank holidays spark reminder of possible changes to working hours to healthcare services in the region

May bank holidays spark reminder of possible changes to working hours to healthcare services in the region

27 April 2023

PEOPLE in the Highlands and Scotland are being warned over healthcare services opening times in May due to bank holidays.


Call for applications as search for new Highland Youth Convener starts

27 April 2023
Call for applications as search for new Highland Youth Convener starts

Call for applications as search for new Highland Youth Convener starts

27 April 2023

YOUNG people of the Highlands are being invited to put themselves forward to become the region's next Youth Convener.


New SNP leader Humza Yousaf urged to upgrade maternity services in the Highlands

27 March 2023
New SNP leader Humza Yousaf urged to upgrade maternity services in the Highlands

New SNP leader Humza Yousaf urged to upgrade maternity services in the Highlands

27 March 2023

THE NEWLY elected SNP leader and health secretary Humza Yousaf is being urged to review maternity services in the north of Scotland.


UPDATE: Yellow weather warning extended to far north as Highlands are expected to face strong winds until this evening

22 March 2023
UPDATE: Yellow weather warning extended to far north as Highlands are expected to face strong winds until this evening

UPDATE: Yellow weather warning extended to far north as Highlands are expected to face strong winds until this evening

22 March 2023

A YELLOW warning for very strong winds set to hit the Highlands today has been extended.


WATCH: Highlanders share their opinions on the Scotland’s First Minister hopefuls

18 March 2023
WATCH: Highlanders share their opinions on the Scotland’s First Minister hopefuls

WATCH: Highlanders share their opinions on the Scotland’s First Minister hopefuls

18 March 2023

Around 200 people attended the event to hear the candidates being questioned on matters that affect the Highlands and Moray.


Daily flights between Inverness and Amsterdam set to increase at the end of March

15 March 2023
Daily flights between Inverness and Amsterdam set to increase at the end of March

Daily flights between Inverness and Amsterdam set to increase at the end of March

15 March 2023

A DUTCH airline is set to increase their daily flights from Inverness at the end of the month.


Call to Highland communities aiming to safeguard historic environment as new £2 million grants scheme is launched

15 March 2023
Call to Highland communities aiming to safeguard historic environment as new £2 million grants scheme is launched

Call to Highland communities aiming to safeguard historic environment as new £2 million grants scheme is launched

15 March 2023

COMMUNITIES across the Highlands can now apply for funding as Historic Environment agency has launched a new funding programme.


Plans for Highland 20mph speed limit programme now available online

15 March 2023
Plans for Highland 20mph speed limit programme now available online

Plans for Highland 20mph speed limit programme now available online

15 March 2023

MEMBERS of the public can now view the plans for Highland locations which will be included in a new 20mph speed limit programme.


Train journeys in the Highlands set to run as normal after strike is suspended

15 March 2023
Train journeys in the Highlands set to run as normal after strike is suspended

Train journeys in the Highlands set to run as normal after strike is suspended

15 March 2023

SCOTRAIL has confirmed that its services in the Highlands will operate as normal tomorrow, following the suspension of planned strike action.


Finalists revealed for first ever Highland Shortbread Showdown

15 March 2023
Finalists revealed for first ever Highland Shortbread Showdown

Finalists revealed for first ever Highland Shortbread Showdown

15 March 2023

Businesses from across Caithness and Sutherland were named among the finalists in the first ever Highland Shortbread Showdown.


WATCH: Highland and Islands Blood Bikes wins Charitable Organisation of the Year award

12 March 2023
WATCH: Highland and Islands Blood Bikes wins Charitable Organisation of the Year award

WATCH: Highland and Islands Blood Bikes wins Charitable Organisation of the Year award

12 March 2023

A HIGHLAND charity couriering vital medical supplies across the region was named Charitable Organisation of the Year at the Highland Heroes.


WATCH: Muirtown Primary scoops School of the Year at Highland Heroes 2023

12 March 2023
WATCH: Muirtown Primary scoops School of the Year at Highland Heroes 2023

WATCH: Muirtown Primary scoops School of the Year at Highland Heroes 2023

12 March 2023

AN Inverness primary school has been named School of the Year at the Highland Heroes 2023 ceremony on Friday.


WATCH: Beth Fuller from Muirtown Primary wins Primary Teacher of The Year at Highland Heroes 2023

11 March 2023
WATCH: Beth Fuller from Muirtown Primary wins Primary Teacher of The Year at Highland Heroes 2023

WATCH: Beth Fuller from Muirtown Primary wins Primary Teacher of The Year at Highland Heroes 2023

11 March 2023

Muirtown Primary School teacher Beth Fuller has been named Primary Teacher of the Year at the 2023 Highland Heroes event.


New pay offer sees unions put Highland Airport strikes on hold

10 March 2023
New pay offer sees unions put Highland Airport strikes on hold

New pay offer sees unions put Highland Airport strikes on hold

10 March 2023

STRIKES planned at various Highland Airports next week have been suspended after airport bosses made an enhanced pay offer to trade unions.


Stagecoach confirms Highland bus fares will see 12 per cent increase from April

10 March 2023
Stagecoach confirms Highland bus fares will see 12 per cent increase from April

Stagecoach confirms Highland bus fares will see 12 per cent increase from April

10 March 2023

BUS users in the Highlands will see fares on they journeys rise by an average of 12 per cent from Sunday, April 2.


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