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Meet the finalists of the Highland Business Women Awards 2025

Meet the finalists of the Highland Business Women Awards 2025

Meet the finalists of the Highland Business Women Awards 2025

30 July 2025

The shortlist for the Highland Business Women Awards has been selected by the judges.


American baker on research tour of Caithness for new book

American baker on research tour of Caithness for new book

American baker on research tour of Caithness for new book

29 July 2025

An American cafe owner has taken her passion for baking across the Atlantic to reach out to women-owned businesses in Caithness.


Charity boost for mental health support in Caithness and Sutherland

Charity boost for mental health support in Caithness and Sutherland

Charity boost for mental health support in Caithness and Sutherland

29 July 2025

A network of mental health first aiders is to be established in the Caithness and Sutherland agricultural community, in response to a new initiative.


Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes says she understands local concerns about renewable projects

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes says she understands local concerns about renewable projects

Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes says she understands local concerns about renewable projects

26 July 2025

But she insists she is unable to attend a meeting of MPs and MSPs in August.


Sheriff tells threats man: ‘There is really no alternative to a prison’

Sheriff tells threats man: ‘There is really no alternative to a prison’

Sheriff tells threats man: ‘There is really no alternative to a prison’

25 July 2025

He hurled abuse and threatened police officers after being asked to leave a Thurso store.


Energy ministers Gillian Martin and Michael Shanks won’t attend meeting on Highland renewable projects

Energy ministers Gillian Martin and Michael Shanks won’t attend meeting on Highland renewable projects

Energy ministers Gillian Martin and Michael Shanks won’t attend meeting on Highland renewable projects

25 July 2025

But around 10 other local MPs and MSPs are expected in Inverness with some yet to confirm.


Plans to significantly extend Caithness business park up for public feedback

Plans to significantly extend Caithness business park up for public feedback

Plans to significantly extend Caithness business park up for public feedback

25 July 2025

The development masterplan could bring up to 12,500 square metres of new space for business, industry, storage and trade counter premises.


£1million boost for Caithness and North Sutherland Fund

£1million boost for Caithness and North Sutherland Fund

£1million boost for Caithness and North Sutherland Fund

24 July 2025

The Nuclear Decommissioning Authority has made a significant £1 million commitment to the Caithness and North Sutherland Fund over the next 3 years.


More finalists revealed for the Highland Business Women Awards 2025

More finalists revealed for the Highland Business Women Awards 2025

More finalists revealed for the Highland Business Women Awards 2025

23 July 2025

The shortlist for the Highland Business Women Awards has been selected by the judges.


After building collapse disaster, Thurso artist triumphs against adversity with major award nomination

After building collapse disaster, Thurso artist triumphs against adversity with major award nomination

After building collapse disaster, Thurso artist triumphs against adversity with major award nomination

22 July 2025

After 25 years of business and surviving a disaster at her workplace, a Thurso artist is delighted to be shortlisted for a major award.


Those with rich taste can bid on unique Wick whisky expected to auction for £40K

Those with rich taste can bid on unique Wick whisky expected to auction for £40K

Those with rich taste can bid on unique Wick whisky expected to auction for £40K

21 July 2025

A rare 47-year-old single malt called Polaris from the makers of Old Pulteney whisky is expected to hit the dizzying heights of £40,000 at auction.


New map sets out local producers food and drink trail

New map sets out local producers food and drink trail

New map sets out local producers food and drink trail

20 July 2025

The Highland Good Food Partnership has announced the launch of a Local Producers Food and Drink Trail Map for Inverness and Loch Ness.


Farmer (83) crushed to death by protective cow while he was feeding calf

Farmer (83) crushed to death by protective cow while he was feeding calf

Farmer (83) crushed to death by protective cow while he was feeding calf

18 July 2025

Fraser Johnstone died after being trampled and crushed by a cow at his farm while he was feeding its calf, a fatal accident inquiry has heard.


VIDEO + PICTURES SPECIAL: Inside the spectacular Inverness Castle Experience

VIDEO + PICTURES SPECIAL: Inside the spectacular Inverness Castle Experience

VIDEO + PICTURES SPECIAL: Inside the spectacular Inverness Castle Experience

18 July 2025

It all begins with a view already imprinted on the minds of every Invernessian and many beyond - the gently rising approach to the castle itself.


Caithness floral designer ‘thrilled’ to honour rural life with immersive show exhibits

Caithness floral designer ‘thrilled’ to honour rural life with immersive show exhibits

Caithness floral designer ‘thrilled’ to honour rural life with immersive show exhibits

17 July 2025

The owner of a Caithness-based floral design company is looking forward to bring a splash of colour to the 2025 Caithness Show.


Finalists for the Highland Business Women awards announced

Finalists for the Highland Business Women awards announced

Finalists for the Highland Business Women awards announced

17 July 2025

The shortlist for the Highland Business Women Awards has been selected by the judges.


New low-cost, all-electric ‘Ember’ bus service launches between Inverness and Thurso

New low-cost, all-electric ‘Ember’ bus service launches between Inverness and Thurso

New low-cost, all-electric ‘Ember’ bus service launches between Inverness and Thurso

16 July 2025

A new zero-emission, low-cost electric bus service is now linking Inverness and Thurso for the first time.


Landowners connected with Wick’s Pulteney Distillery proposal hit back at ‘nimbyism’ of objectors

Landowners connected with Wick’s Pulteney Distillery proposal hit back at ‘nimbyism’ of objectors

Landowners connected with Wick’s Pulteney Distillery proposal hit back at ‘nimbyism’ of objectors

15 July 2025

The landowners of ground proposed for a controversial extension to Pulteney Distillery in Wick have hit back at objectors.


Merger to create £100m turnover farming giant is approved

Merger to create £100m turnover farming giant is approved

Merger to create £100m turnover farming giant is approved

14 July 2025

Inverness-based Highland Business Services (HBS) will merge with Laurencekirk’s Ringlink (Scotland) after the co-operative’s members voted in favour.


Full house for rail conference at Wick hotel – Convenor delighted with talks by top railway professionals

Full house for rail conference at Wick hotel – Convenor delighted with talks by top railway professionals

Full house for rail conference at Wick hotel – Convenor delighted with talks by top railway professionals

13 July 2025

A pressure group promoting the far north railway line held its AGM and conference in Wick at the Norseman Hotel on Friday, July 4.


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