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Second Bryan Adams gig sells out in minutes

Second Bryan Adams gig sells out in minutes

Second Bryan Adams gig sells out in minutes

13 March 2025

Rock legend Bryan Adams’ second Inverness gig has sold out in just minutes!


North Coast 500 is perfect ‘shop window’ to north Highlands

North Coast 500 is perfect ‘shop window’ to north Highlands

North Coast 500 is perfect ‘shop window’ to north Highlands

13 March 2025

North Coast 500: Ten Years On – David Richardson says that tourism is vital to the north Highlands, and the NC500 has helped sustain the sector


10 YEARS OF THE NC500: What impact has it had?

10 YEARS OF THE NC500: What impact has it had?

10 YEARS OF THE NC500: What impact has it had?

12 March 2025

On one hand, tourism from the NC500 is vital to the Highland economy, but on the other hand, many communities feel they are at breaking point.


LISTEN: North Coast 500: Ten Years On – benefits and challenges as route marks 10th anniversary

LISTEN: North Coast 500: Ten Years On – benefits and challenges as route marks 10th anniversary

LISTEN: North Coast 500: Ten Years On – benefits and challenges as route marks 10th anniversary

12 March 2025

As the North Coast 500 marks its 10th anniversary, our podcast discusses the issues that the popular route have brought, as well as the benefits.


Highland Council reiterates commitment to Wick flights as funding decision is awaited

Highland Council reiterates commitment to Wick flights as funding decision is awaited

Highland Council reiterates commitment to Wick flights as funding decision is awaited

07 March 2025

Highland Council has said efforts to secure funding to support flights between Wick and Aberdeen for a further 12 months are “ongoing”.


Inverness Chamber of Commerce boss Colin Marr: ‘Spoiler alert, I am not in favour of the visitor levy’

Inverness Chamber of Commerce boss Colin Marr: ‘Spoiler alert, I am not in favour of the visitor levy’

Inverness Chamber of Commerce boss Colin Marr: ‘Spoiler alert, I am not in favour of the visitor levy’

06 March 2025

But senior Highland Council official Malcolm Macleod insists the local authority’s ears are open on thorny questions like VAT.


Wick hotel for sale for £420,000

Wick hotel for sale for £420,000

Wick hotel for sale for £420,000

05 March 2025

One of Wick’s most prominent and popular hotels has been put up for sale.


Castlehill event will highlight the role of Caithness in WWII

Castlehill event will highlight the role of Caithness in WWII

Castlehill event will highlight the role of Caithness in WWII

05 March 2025

Caithness Family History Society will host a special talk in Castletown highlighting the strategic importance of the county in the Second World War.


Whisky workers at several Highland distilleries balloted for strike action

Whisky workers at several Highland distilleries balloted for strike action

Whisky workers at several Highland distilleries balloted for strike action

04 March 2025

Workers at several whisky distilleries across the Highlands could go on strike following a pay dispute, an industry union has announced.


More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

More Highland businesses struggling in ‘challenging economic headwinds’ according to new survey

04 March 2025

Economic uncertainty and rising costs are among the main challenges faced by businesses in the Highlands, according to a recent survey.


WATCH: Your chance to shine a light on leading Highland tourism businesses

WATCH: Your chance to shine a light on leading Highland tourism businesses

WATCH: Your chance to shine a light on leading Highland tourism businesses

03 March 2025

Highland businesses are famous across the world for their renowned hospitality and this is your chance to help showcase the very best.


Scrabster to see introduction of cruise ship tax?

Scrabster to see introduction of cruise ship tax?

Scrabster to see introduction of cruise ship tax?

28 February 2025

The government is seeking views on the proposed levy, which would give local authorities the power to introduce a tax on cruise ships in their area.


Thurso initiative surfs to success with latest window photographs

Thurso initiative surfs to success with latest window photographs

Thurso initiative surfs to success with latest window photographs

27 February 2025

An initiative to brighten Thurso with window-sized photographs has taken another step forward with a batch of new images including surfing and brochs.


Calls for flat-rate tourist tax made as business leaders unite against percentage plan

Calls for flat-rate tourist tax made as business leaders unite against percentage plan

Calls for flat-rate tourist tax made as business leaders unite against percentage plan

27 February 2025

Business leaders across the Highlands have united to back calls for changes to planned tourist levies.


Win a stay at Noss Head lighthouse keeper’s cottage thanks to ‘The Fisherman’s Gift’

Win a stay at Noss Head lighthouse keeper’s cottage thanks to ‘The Fisherman’s Gift’

Win a stay at Noss Head lighthouse keeper’s cottage thanks to ‘The Fisherman’s Gift’

25 February 2025

A stay at the lighthouse keeper’s cottage at Noss Head has been chosen as a prize to celebrate a new book called ‘The Fisherman’s Gift’.


Software update to end passengers’ train transfer woes at Inverness station

Software update to end passengers’ train transfer woes at Inverness station

Software update to end passengers’ train transfer woes at Inverness station

24 February 2025

Frustrated rail passengers transferring trains in Inverness will soon enjoy a more hassle-free experience, in a move championed by a local MSP.


Biker does ‘20 rolls’ after hitting pothole on Camster road – danger area highlighted to council a year ago

Biker does ‘20 rolls’ after hitting pothole on Camster road – danger area highlighted to council a year ago

Biker does ‘20 rolls’ after hitting pothole on Camster road – danger area highlighted to council a year ago

17 February 2025

A motorcyclist was rushed to hospital after an accident on the Camster road at a danger area highlighted in the Caithness Courier a year ago.


Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards raises £6000 for CHAS children’s charity

Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards raises £6000 for CHAS children’s charity

Highlands & Islands Thistle Awards raises £6000 for CHAS children’s charity

14 February 2025

The tourism industry in the Highlands and Islands has come together to raise thousands of pounds to help bereaved families during the last year.


ACTIVE OUTDOORS VIEWPOINT: 20 years of access rights is something to celebrate

ACTIVE OUTDOORS VIEWPOINT: 20 years of access rights is something to celebrate

ACTIVE OUTDOORS VIEWPOINT: 20 years of access rights is something to celebrate

11 February 2025

John Davidson looks at the anniversary of Scotland’s ‘right to roam’ being enshrined in law, and says access to the outdoors is vital to our wellbeing


Ulbster Arms ‘charges’ ahead with ultra-rapid EV technology at hotel

Ulbster Arms ‘charges’ ahead with ultra-rapid EV technology at hotel

Ulbster Arms ‘charges’ ahead with ultra-rapid EV technology at hotel

10 February 2025

The Ulbster Arms Hotel in Halkirk has installed electric vehicle chargers believed to be the northernmost ultra-rapid chargers in the UK.


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