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Niall Harkiss


Rural communities reporter

Niall Harkiss is our rural communities reporter, mostly covering stories for the Northern Times, Ross-shire Journal and Strathspey and Badenoch Herald titles. An experienced writer and publisher covering sport and community news, Niall joined the company in 2021.

Niall Harkiss

PICTURES: ‘Amazing’ produce showcased at Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2024

03 November 2024
PICTURES: ‘Amazing’ produce showcased at Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2024

PICTURES: ‘Amazing’ produce showcased at Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards 2024

03 November 2024

The winners of this year’s Highlands and Islands Food & Drink Awards (HIFAD) were announced on Friday night.


‘I’ve never met a club like you before’ – Scottish singer-songwriter Edwyn Collins shows support for Helmsdale club before first win in four years

02 November 2024
‘I’ve never met a club like you before’ – Scottish singer-songwriter Edwyn Collins shows support for Helmsdale club before first win in four years

‘I’ve never met a club like you before’ – Scottish singer-songwriter Edwyn Collins shows support for Helmsdale club before first win in four years

02 November 2024

From supporting Coldplay, to supporting Bunillidh Thistle, Edwyn Collins and his Clashnarrow Studios are the Helmsdale club’s newest sponsor.


North Caley football managers celebrate South African link ahead of match

16 October 2024
North Caley football managers celebrate South African link ahead of match

North Caley football managers celebrate South African link ahead of match

16 October 2024

An unlikely international connection brought the two team managers together last weekend.


Child airlifted to hospital after dog attack in Helmsdale, police say enquiries ongoing

14 October 2024
Child airlifted to hospital after dog attack in Helmsdale, police say enquiries ongoing

Child airlifted to hospital after dog attack in Helmsdale, police say enquiries ongoing

14 October 2024

The child was bitten by the dog at a park in Helmsdale, yesterday.


PICTURES: Winners all smiles at Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2024

05 October 2024
PICTURES: Winners all smiles at Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2024

PICTURES: Winners all smiles at Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards 2024

05 October 2024

The Inverness Courier was there to capture photos of this year’s winners.


Rural health charity launches new survey seeking up to date picture of wellbeing in the agricultural industry

01 October 2024
Rural health charity launches new survey seeking up to date picture of wellbeing in the agricultural industry

Rural health charity launches new survey seeking up to date picture of wellbeing in the agricultural industry

01 October 2024

A survey aiming to find out how farmers and crofters in Scotland are feeling has been launched today.


Far North Line afternoon service between Inverness and Wick cancelled due to illness

30 September 2024
Far North Line afternoon service between Inverness and Wick cancelled due to illness

Far North Line afternoon service between Inverness and Wick cancelled due to illness

30 September 2024

The afternoon train from Inverness to Wick has been cancelled.


Community-built replica of 150-year-old fishing boat set for launch at Bettyhill Pier this weekend

26 September 2024
Community-built replica of 150-year-old fishing boat set for launch at Bettyhill Pier this weekend

Community-built replica of 150-year-old fishing boat set for launch at Bettyhill Pier this weekend

26 September 2024

A community built replica of 150-year-old fishing boat is set to launch at Bettyhill Pier this weekend.


Businesses in Caithness invited to attend web-based ‘Talking Tourism’ Series

14 September 2024
Businesses in Caithness invited to attend web-based ‘Talking Tourism’ Series

Businesses in Caithness invited to attend web-based ‘Talking Tourism’ Series

14 September 2024

An online series exploring tourism topics affecting local businesses and communities is set to return to Caithness and Sutherland this month.


Wick Academy under-18s top table after 16-goal rampage at Alness

11 September 2024
Wick Academy under-18s top table after 16-goal rampage at Alness

Wick Academy under-18s top table after 16-goal rampage at Alness

11 September 2024

Matthew Robertson and Jayden Bremner led the way with four goals apiece.


‘Fantastic’ response for out of hat triples at Rosebank Bowling Club

10 September 2024
‘Fantastic’ response for out of hat triples at Rosebank Bowling Club

‘Fantastic’ response for out of hat triples at Rosebank Bowling Club

10 September 2024

Rosebank Bowling Club hailed a “fantastic day of bowls”.


Thurso claim outdoor bowling league honours with Munro Shield victory

10 September 2024
Thurso claim outdoor bowling league honours with Munro Shield victory

Thurso claim outdoor bowling league honours with Munro Shield victory

10 September 2024

Thurso Bowling Club have been crowned as this year’s Caithness Bowling Association Munro Shield league winners.


Public invited to share pandemic experiences at UK Covid Inquiry event in Inverness

31 August 2024
Public invited to share pandemic experiences at UK Covid Inquiry event in Inverness

Public invited to share pandemic experiences at UK Covid Inquiry event in Inverness

31 August 2024

A nationwide series of community events inviting the public to share their pandemic experiences is coming to Inverness this week.


Finalists announced for Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024

28 August 2024
Finalists announced for Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024

Finalists announced for Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024

28 August 2024

Finalists in this year’s Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards (HIFAD), supported by Highlands and Islands Enterprise, have been announced.


Halkirk United ‘clinical’ in North of Scotland Cup shoot-out win over St Duthus

22 August 2024
Halkirk United ‘clinical’ in North of Scotland Cup shoot-out win over St Duthus

Halkirk United ‘clinical’ in North of Scotland Cup shoot-out win over St Duthus

22 August 2024

Anglers boss Ewan McElroy lauded the effort of his side as they held their nerve to beat the Tain side 7-6 on penalties.


Thurso film fans to benefit from Merlin Cinema special offers

21 August 2024
Thurso film fans to benefit from Merlin Cinema special offers

Thurso film fans to benefit from Merlin Cinema special offers

21 August 2024

Mainland Britain’s most northerly cinema in Thurso is preparing to welcome filmgoers with a range of special offers between now and October.


Invergordon North Cup tie could prove ‘extremely difficult’, warns Wick boss

20 August 2024
Invergordon North Cup tie could prove ‘extremely difficult’, warns Wick boss

Invergordon North Cup tie could prove ‘extremely difficult’, warns Wick boss

20 August 2024

Wick Academy will have to be at their best to beat North Caledonian League champions Invergordon in the North of Scotland Cup, Gary Manson says.


Manson delighted after Henderson free kick snatches point for Wick at Buckie

19 August 2024
Manson delighted after Henderson free kick snatches point for Wick at Buckie

Manson delighted after Henderson free kick snatches point for Wick at Buckie

19 August 2024

Gary Manson lauded the “application and attitude” of his Wick Academy side as they claimed a point away to Highland League champions Buckie Thistle.


WATCH: ‘Scientific banter at the highest level’ as King Charles visits Forsinard Flows

01 August 2024
WATCH: ‘Scientific banter at the highest level’ as King Charles visits Forsinard Flows

WATCH: ‘Scientific banter at the highest level’ as King Charles visits Forsinard Flows

01 August 2024

His Majesty was welcomed by project leaders and local politicians upon his arrival.


WATCH: King Charles’ visit to Flow Country went ‘fantastically well’

31 July 2024
WATCH: King Charles’ visit to Flow Country went ‘fantastically well’

WATCH: King Charles’ visit to Flow Country went ‘fantastically well’

31 July 2024

His Majesty was noted for his knowledge of peatland restoration techniques.


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