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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

Rachel Smart

Caithness actress set to appear in new musical Nessie

28 June 2025
Caithness actress set to appear in new musical Nessie

Caithness actress set to appear in new musical Nessie

28 June 2025

An actress from Caithness is set to appear in a new Scottish musical.


NC500: 3000 visitors sign pledge to responsible tourism on the Highland coastal route

26 June 2025
NC500: 3000 visitors sign pledge to responsible tourism on the Highland coastal route

NC500: 3000 visitors sign pledge to responsible tourism on the Highland coastal route

26 June 2025

Visitors to the North Coast 500 are being encouraged to sign a pledge to responsible tourism.


Summer programme launched for young people in the north of Scotland to inspire and support the next generation

26 June 2025
Summer programme launched for young people in the north of Scotland to inspire and support the next generation

Summer programme launched for young people in the north of Scotland to inspire and support the next generation

26 June 2025

The events – named Live Highland, Live Happy – have been created in direct response to feedback provided by local secondary school pupils.


Last call for applications and nominations for Highland Business Women Awards

25 June 2025
Last call for applications and nominations for Highland Business Women Awards

Last call for applications and nominations for Highland Business Women Awards

25 June 2025

The deadline is fast approaching for applications for the Highland Business Women (HBW) Awards.


Business women will be ready to party!

18 June 2025
Business women will be ready to party!

Business women will be ready to party!

18 June 2025

Support from local firms helps make Highland Business Women Awards so special.


Police officer targeted outside rehab facility

14 June 2025
Police officer targeted outside rehab facility

Police officer targeted outside rehab facility

14 June 2025

Woman threw mobile after being refused entry.


Young people to share their voices on Highland during conference in Inverness

10 June 2025
Young people to share their voices on Highland during conference in Inverness

Young people to share their voices on Highland during conference in Inverness

10 June 2025

The annual Highland Youth Parliament (HYP) conference will take place at Inverness Leisure Centre on Friday, June 13.


Charitable organisations to be recognised at Highland Business Women awards

04 June 2025
Charitable organisations to be recognised at Highland Business Women awards

Charitable organisations to be recognised at Highland Business Women awards

04 June 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards 2025 are taking place on August 21 at the Kingsmills Hotel.


Highland woman shares her experience of alcoholism and addiction in book soon to be on sale in Waterstones

03 June 2025
Highland woman shares her experience of alcoholism and addiction in book soon to be on sale in Waterstones

Highland woman shares her experience of alcoholism and addiction in book soon to be on sale in Waterstones

03 June 2025

Lorna Munro (62) has published a memoir titled Living in 3D: Drink, Drugs and Denial.


Highland Council backs government proposal to have option to create a cruise ship levy

29 May 2025
Highland Council backs government proposal to have option to create a cruise ship levy

Highland Council backs government proposal to have option to create a cruise ship levy

29 May 2025

The Highland Council has issued its support for a Scottish Government proposal to give local authorities the power to create a cruise ship levy.


New businesses to be recognised at annual Highland award ceremony

28 May 2025
New businesses to be recognised at annual Highland award ceremony

New businesses to be recognised at annual Highland award ceremony

28 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are returning for 2025.


Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

21 May 2025
Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

Nominate an inspirational entrepreneur for this year’s Highland Business Women Awards

21 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are back for 2025.


Could you be a foster carer?

17 May 2025
Could you be a foster carer?

Could you be a foster carer?

17 May 2025

An appeal has been issued for more people to become foster carers as Highland Council revealed it is currently looking after 103 children.


Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

14 May 2025
Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

Young businesswomen and resilience to be recognised at Highland award ceremony

14 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are set to return in 2025.


Very high to extreme risk of wildfire in place across the north of Scotland

06 May 2025
Very high to extreme risk of wildfire in place across the north of Scotland

Very high to extreme risk of wildfire in place across the north of Scotland

06 May 2025

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) has urged people who live within or who may enter rural environments to exercise caution.


Entries open for Highland Business Women Awards 2025

06 May 2025
Entries open for Highland Business Women Awards 2025

Entries open for Highland Business Women Awards 2025

06 May 2025

The Highland Business Women Awards are set to return for 2025.


Highland charities and individuals shortlisted for annual Scottish awards

06 May 2025
Highland charities and individuals shortlisted for annual Scottish awards

Highland charities and individuals shortlisted for annual Scottish awards

06 May 2025

Run annually by the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations, the Scottish Charity Awards celebrate the best of Scotland’s voluntary sector.


Wellbeing centre to open in Thurso offering pilates, massage and sauna

23 April 2025
Wellbeing centre to open in Thurso offering pilates, massage and sauna

Wellbeing centre to open in Thurso offering pilates, massage and sauna

23 April 2025

Based at Ormlie Industrial Estate, Revival has been founded by Oonagh Corcoran.


Sadness and shock at death of Pope Francis (88)

21 April 2025
Sadness and shock at death of Pope Francis (88)

Sadness and shock at death of Pope Francis (88)

21 April 2025

Condolences have been expressed following the death of Pope Francis announced this morning.


Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards’ head judge shares her tips for crafting the best application

17 April 2025
Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards’ head judge shares her tips for crafting the best application

Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards’ head judge shares her tips for crafting the best application

17 April 2025

Entries are now open for the Highlands and Islands Tourism Awards (HITA) 2025.


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