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Andrew Henderson


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Andrew Henderson has been working with Highland News and Media since February 2018, starting out solely as a sports reporter before adding features to his repertoire as well in early 2023. Andrew also curates our LGBTQ+ newsletter, The Queerier, which started in June 2023

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Commonwealth Games star becomes first ambassador for Rural Athletes Support Network

03 April 2025
Commonwealth Games star becomes first ambassador for Rural Athletes Support Network

Commonwealth Games star becomes first ambassador for Rural Athletes Support Network

03 April 2025

The judoka went from her native Ullapool to standing on the podium in Birmingham in 2022.


Highland Pride confirm new parade route for 2025

30 March 2025
Highland Pride confirm new parade route for 2025

Highland Pride confirm new parade route for 2025

30 March 2025

More details have been confirmed about the annual celebration of LGBTQ+ identities in the Highland capital this June.


Brora Rangers forward savouring every goal in Highland League title charge

24 March 2025
Brora Rangers forward savouring every goal in Highland League title charge

Brora Rangers forward savouring every goal in Highland League title charge

24 March 2025

The 34-year-old scored the winning goal for the Cattachs against Clachnacuddin last Saturday in front of his son.


Experience helped Brora Rangers maintain Highland League advantage

23 March 2025
Experience helped Brora Rangers maintain Highland League advantage

Experience helped Brora Rangers maintain Highland League advantage

23 March 2025

The Cattachs had gone a goal down at Clachnacuddin, but rallied to make a comeback and claim all three points.


Thousands compete in primary school cross country series

21 March 2025
Thousands compete in primary school cross country series

Thousands compete in primary school cross country series

21 March 2025

A total of 25 schools took part in the competition, which saw races in Alness, Invergordon, Dornoch, Inver and Culbokie.


Highland and Islands League launch 2025 season

17 March 2025
Highland and Islands League launch 2025 season

Highland and Islands League launch 2025 season

17 March 2025

Scottish Power have extended their support as title sponsors for the division.


Brora Rangers striker prepared for potential season defining top of the table clash

13 March 2025
Brora Rangers striker prepared for potential season defining top of the table clash

Brora Rangers striker prepared for potential season defining top of the table clash

13 March 2025

The top two teams in the Highland League are deadlocked with seven games to go, but face off against each other this weekend.


Brora Rangers confirm date and venue for cup final

03 March 2025
Brora Rangers confirm date and venue for cup final

Brora Rangers confirm date and venue for cup final

03 March 2025

Two of the Highland League’s heavyweights will face off in Inverness with silverware on the line.


Highland Pride confirm date for 2025 march

01 March 2025
Highland Pride confirm date for 2025 march

Highland Pride confirm date for 2025 march

01 March 2025

This year the parade and party will be combined back into one day, marking 30 years since the first Pride march in Scotland.


Engagement is Highland Pride’s priority for 2025

03 February 2025
Engagement is Highland Pride’s priority for 2025

Engagement is Highland Pride’s priority for 2025

03 February 2025

A new chair has been appointed to run the Highland-wide LGBTQ+ charity.


Eden Court pledges improved gender balance in Under Canvas 2025 line-up

25 January 2025
Eden Court pledges improved gender balance in Under Canvas 2025 line-up

Eden Court pledges improved gender balance in Under Canvas 2025 line-up

25 January 2025

Around 60 per cent of the programme features trad and folk music, which are historically dominated by male performers.


Brora Rangers pair recalled by Premiership club

14 January 2025
Brora Rangers pair recalled by Premiership club

Brora Rangers pair recalled by Premiership club

14 January 2025

Both players returned to the Cattachs on temporary moves earlier this season.


WATCH: Panto’s Poison Ivy - It’s ‘healthy’ to see people like me on stage

29 December 2024
WATCH: Panto’s Poison Ivy - It’s ‘healthy’ to see people like me on stage

WATCH: Panto’s Poison Ivy - It’s ‘healthy’ to see people like me on stage

29 December 2024

One of the main actors in this year’s pantomime has opened up on the impact they hope to have as a non-binary character.


‘At long last we were able to do what straight couples had always been able to do’

16 December 2024
‘At long last we were able to do what straight couples had always been able to do’

‘At long last we were able to do what straight couples had always been able to do’

16 December 2024

Exactly 10 years after same-sex marriage became legal, the first couple in the Highlands to get a civil partnership reflects on the progress made.


Brora manager backs side to pull off Scottish Cup upset of the season at Livingston

28 November 2024
Brora manager backs side to pull off Scottish Cup upset of the season at Livingston

Brora manager backs side to pull off Scottish Cup upset of the season at Livingston

28 November 2024

It is only three years since the Cattachs pulled off one of the biggest shocks in the competition’s history.


Dornoch-born golfer honoured either side of the Atlantic

25 November 2024
Dornoch-born golfer honoured either side of the Atlantic

Dornoch-born golfer honoured either side of the Atlantic

25 November 2024

He was a highly influential figure in the development of US golf.


‘If I get a bit overwhelmed, or if I need grounding, I look at my reflection and see me’

20 November 2024
‘If I get a bit overwhelmed, or if I need grounding, I look at my reflection and see me’

‘If I get a bit overwhelmed, or if I need grounding, I look at my reflection and see me’

20 November 2024

A trans person in the Highland has opened up about the impact that embracing his identity and transitioning has had on his life.


New Clach forward honoured to follow in family footsteps after signing from Brora

11 November 2024
New Clach forward honoured to follow in family footsteps after signing from Brora

New Clach forward honoured to follow in family footsteps after signing from Brora

11 November 2024

The striker’s deal is the second of the day to be done between Clach and Brora Rangers.


Striker explains decision to leave Clach for Brora Rangers

11 November 2024
Striker explains decision to leave Clach for Brora Rangers

Striker explains decision to leave Clach for Brora Rangers

11 November 2024

The in-form attack had scored 13 goals for the Lilywhites so far this season, but has now moved on.


Brora Rangers sign teenager from Premiership club on loan

03 October 2024
Brora Rangers sign teenager from Premiership club on loan

Brora Rangers sign teenager from Premiership club on loan

03 October 2024

The 19-year-old made his senior debut for the top flight outfit in the League Cup group stage at the start of this season.


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