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Billionaire’s business buys Dores Inn - plans 2-year ‘restoration’ of site with trade restarting 2026/27

30 October 2024
Billionaire’s business buys Dores Inn - plans 2-year ‘restoration’ of site with trade restarting 2026/27

Billionaire’s business buys Dores Inn - plans 2-year ‘restoration’ of site with trade restarting 2026/27

30 October 2024

Anders Holch Povlsen, the billionaire owner of Aldourie Castle, has bought the popular Dores Inn on the shores of Loch Ness.


Strikes to bring Highland buses to a halt “within weeks” after 200 drivers vote for action

25 October 2024
Strikes to bring Highland buses to a halt “within weeks” after 200 drivers vote for action

Strikes to bring Highland buses to a halt “within weeks” after 200 drivers vote for action

25 October 2024

The strike would cause Stagecoach services to grind to a halt in the Inverness area, as well as north and west of the city, and on Skye and in Orkney.


Overdose death investigation orders Highland surgery to apologise for ‘failings’

24 October 2024
Overdose death investigation orders Highland surgery to apologise for ‘failings’

Overdose death investigation orders Highland surgery to apologise for ‘failings’

24 October 2024

The practice issued larger, monthly prescriptions and granted additional prescriptions on request despite their patient’s “history of overdoses”.


Overdose death investigation orders Highland surgery to apologise for ‘failings’

23 October 2024
Overdose death investigation orders Highland surgery to apologise for ‘failings’

Overdose death investigation orders Highland surgery to apologise for ‘failings’

23 October 2024

The practice issued larger, monthly prescriptions and granted additional prescriptions on request despite their patient’s “history of overdoses”.


Call for great Highland film support sparks ‘rocket booster’ pledge for industry

19 October 2024
Call for great Highland film support sparks ‘rocket booster’ pledge for industry

Call for great Highland film support sparks ‘rocket booster’ pledge for industry

19 October 2024

“Rocket boosters” will be put under the creative industries, a minister vowed after a local MP called for more support for Highland film productions.


Highland climate film in running for top prize at ‘world leading’ festival

18 October 2024
Highland climate film in running for top prize at ‘world leading’ festival

Highland climate film in running for top prize at ‘world leading’ festival

18 October 2024

A Highland-made film aimed at inspiring people to take positive climate action is up for an award at the world’s biggest sustainability film festival.


Scam targeting Highland mobiles, warns trading standards officers

18 October 2024
Scam targeting Highland mobiles, warns trading standards officers

Scam targeting Highland mobiles, warns trading standards officers

18 October 2024

Scammers posing as officials handling the UK government’s living allowance are targeting Highland residents’ phones, trading standards have warned.


Suspicious person trying car doors sparks police security appeal

18 October 2024
Suspicious person trying car doors sparks police security appeal

Suspicious person trying car doors sparks police security appeal

18 October 2024

Officers issue security advice following an incident in Kinmylies. The appeal came on the same day Tain residents spotted similar behaviour.


Storm Ashley forecast sparks upgraded amber weather warning from Met Office

18 October 2024
Storm Ashley forecast sparks upgraded amber weather warning from Met Office

Storm Ashley forecast sparks upgraded amber weather warning from Met Office

18 October 2024

Storm Ashley is expected to batter the Highlands with 80mph winds when it hits this weekend, the Met Office has warned.


CalMac and ScotRail disruption as Met Office weather warning comes into force

18 October 2024
CalMac and ScotRail disruption as Met Office weather warning comes into force

CalMac and ScotRail disruption as Met Office weather warning comes into force

18 October 2024

Disruption was hitting ferry and some train journeys in the north on Friday morning - due to a mix of imminent stormy weather and staffing issues.


150-year history of Far North Line attracting ‘strong interest’

17 October 2024
150-year history of Far North Line attracting ‘strong interest’

150-year history of Far North Line attracting ‘strong interest’

17 October 2024

Delighted organisers have reported strong interest in a special exhibition exploring the 150-year history of the Far North Line.


Royal National Mòd announces Highland artists on final shortlist for Highland Art Prize

13 October 2024
Royal National Mòd announces Highland artists on final shortlist for Highland Art Prize

Royal National Mòd announces Highland artists on final shortlist for Highland Art Prize

13 October 2024

Day two of the Royal National Mòd brought joy for a number of Highland artists after they were named on the shortlist for the Highland Art Prize.


Highland tributes flood in for Alex Salmond after former First Minister’s death

13 October 2024
Highland tributes flood in for Alex Salmond after former First Minister’s death

Highland tributes flood in for Alex Salmond after former First Minister’s death

13 October 2024

Tributes have continued to flood in from politicians in the north following the shock death of former First Minister Alex Salmond.


Increase in mountain rescues sparks safety warning plea to hikers

13 October 2024
Increase in mountain rescues sparks safety warning plea to hikers

Increase in mountain rescues sparks safety warning plea to hikers

13 October 2024

Mountain rescuers have urged hikers to ensure they are properly prepared - after a rise in the number of incidents.


Witness appeal launched by police investigating A9 crash which left pedestrian ‘seriously injured’ in hospital

12 October 2024
Witness appeal launched by police investigating A9 crash which left pedestrian ‘seriously injured’ in hospital

Witness appeal launched by police investigating A9 crash which left pedestrian ‘seriously injured’ in hospital

12 October 2024

Police investigating a serious road collision that left a pedestrian in hospital have appealed for anyone with information to come forward.


WATCH: Hollywood star Karen Gillan unveils Belladrum theme for 2025

12 October 2024
WATCH: Hollywood star Karen Gillan unveils Belladrum theme for 2025

WATCH: Hollywood star Karen Gillan unveils Belladrum theme for 2025

12 October 2024

A dash of the silver screen looks set to shine at the ever-popular Belladrum Festival next year - after the event announced a Moo-vie theme for 2025.


ScotRail’s ‘return to normal’ mocked by fed-up Highland passengers after cancellations misery

12 October 2024
ScotRail’s ‘return to normal’ mocked by fed-up Highland passengers after cancellations misery

ScotRail’s ‘return to normal’ mocked by fed-up Highland passengers after cancellations misery

12 October 2024

A string of cancellations in the week rail services were meant to ‘return to normal’ pose a “dangerous threat” to the lines’ viability, an MP fears.


‘Seriously injured’ pedestrian taken to hospital after A9 collision

12 October 2024
‘Seriously injured’ pedestrian taken to hospital after A9 collision

‘Seriously injured’ pedestrian taken to hospital after A9 collision

12 October 2024

A pedestrian was taken to hospital with “serious injuries” last night after being struck by a car on the A9 in Golspie.


Increase in mountain rescues sparks safety warning plea to hikers

12 October 2024
Increase in mountain rescues sparks safety warning plea to hikers

Increase in mountain rescues sparks safety warning plea to hikers

12 October 2024

Mountain rescuers have urged hikers to ensure they are properly prepared - after a rise in the number of incidents.


CalMac issues disruption and cancellation warning for Ullapool-Stornoway sailings

12 October 2024
CalMac issues disruption and cancellation warning for Ullapool-Stornoway sailings

CalMac issues disruption and cancellation warning for Ullapool-Stornoway sailings

12 October 2024

Ferry passengers are being urged to check sailings before travel amid warnings of possible disruption in the Minch on Saturday.


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