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Philip Murray is a news editor and sub editor for Highland News and Media. He joined the company in 2014. He has worked in the industry for 20 years.

18-month wait for trains is over as Far North Line’s Altnabreac station reopens to public

14 April 2025
18-month wait for trains is over as Far North Line’s Altnabreac station reopens to public

18-month wait for trains is over as Far North Line’s Altnabreac station reopens to public

14 April 2025

Trains are once again calling at Altnabreac Station in the Flow Country, bringing the request stop’s 18-month long closure to an end.


Historic 18th century laird’s house could be yours for just £350,000

12 April 2025
Historic 18th century laird’s house could be yours for just £350,000

Historic 18th century laird’s house could be yours for just £350,000

12 April 2025

A handsome and historic 18th century laird’s house could be yours for just £350,000!


‘We’re heartbroken’: Spaniel pup Talisker will lose her leg unless £4000 can be raised

12 April 2025
‘We’re heartbroken’: Spaniel pup Talisker will lose her leg unless £4000 can be raised

‘We’re heartbroken’: Spaniel pup Talisker will lose her leg unless £4000 can be raised

12 April 2025

Springer spaniel puppy Talisker will have to lose a leg unless £4000 can be raised following a nasty fall in mountains


Senior NHS Highland board post filled

11 April 2025
Senior NHS Highland board post filled

Senior NHS Highland board post filled

11 April 2025

NHS Highland has named its new Director of Public Health.


‘Extreme’ wildfire warning extended amid active blaze in north

10 April 2025
‘Extreme’ wildfire warning extended amid active blaze in north

‘Extreme’ wildfire warning extended amid active blaze in north

10 April 2025

An “extreme” wildfire risk for Sutherland has been extended into the weekend.


Whisky workers at Balblair Distillery, Edderton, strike in row over pay with parent company Inver House Distillers;

10 April 2025
Whisky workers at Balblair Distillery, Edderton, strike in row over pay with parent company Inver House Distillers;

Whisky workers at Balblair Distillery, Edderton, strike in row over pay with parent company Inver House Distillers;

10 April 2025

Whisky workers at an Easter Ross distillery were on the picket lines today [Thursday] after pay talks broke down.


Ikea lodges application following success of Inverness collection site

08 April 2025
Ikea lodges application following success of Inverness collection site

Ikea lodges application following success of Inverness collection site

08 April 2025

Ikea fans in the Highlands could soon find it even easier to pick up their favourite Scandi-style furniture - after a planning application was lodged.


6 fire crews still tackling fire near Stac Pollaidh

07 April 2025
6 fire crews still tackling fire near Stac Pollaidh

6 fire crews still tackling fire near Stac Pollaidh

07 April 2025

Six fire engines remained on the scene of a wildfire near one of the Highlands' most famous mountains on Monday evening.


Bus ticket price rises on the way?

07 April 2025
Bus ticket price rises on the way?

Bus ticket price rises on the way?

07 April 2025

Stagecoach North confirms its ticket prices will change at the end of April, but does not provide details as to new costs or if any will be lower.


Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

03 April 2025
Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

Covid-19 vaccine plea issued to Highland residents

03 April 2025

Every Highland resident offered a Covid-19 vaccine this spring is being urged to come forward, get jagged and stay protected.


Highland workforce summit looks to unlock billions of pounds in growth

03 April 2025
Highland workforce summit looks to unlock billions of pounds in growth

Highland workforce summit looks to unlock billions of pounds in growth

03 April 2025

A multi-billion pound investment in the Highlands and Islands will be discussed by key players in the region’s economy at a summit tomorrow (Friday).


400 homes hit by Sutherland power cut

03 April 2025
400 homes hit by Sutherland power cut

400 homes hit by Sutherland power cut

03 April 2025

Hundreds of homes in north-west Sutherland were without electricity this afternoon after a power cut.


Night train to return to Inverness-Tain route after five-year absence

02 April 2025
Night train to return to Inverness-Tain route after five-year absence

Night train to return to Inverness-Tain route after five-year absence

02 April 2025

The 11.12pm Friday and Saturday trains from Inverness, popular with Ross-shire residents on nights out in the city, will resume from May 23.


Sutherland ‘extreme’ wildfire warning issued amid ongoing dry spell

02 April 2025
Sutherland ‘extreme’ wildfire warning issued amid ongoing dry spell

Sutherland ‘extreme’ wildfire warning issued amid ongoing dry spell

02 April 2025

'Extreme' and 'very high' wildfire warnings have been issued for the Highlands and Moray.


MFR’s Inverness base to close

24 March 2025
MFR’s Inverness base to close

MFR’s Inverness base to close

24 March 2025

The news comes just months after owner Bauer Media axed the final show still broadcast from the site - Jodie at Breakfast.


Upgraded submersibles to scour the depths of Loch Ness for Nessie

14 March 2025
Upgraded submersibles to scour the depths of Loch Ness for Nessie

Upgraded submersibles to scour the depths of Loch Ness for Nessie

14 March 2025

A new search for Nessie will take place in Loch Ness this May - after the Loch Ness Centre announced plans for upgraded tech to scour below the waves.


Paw patrol: Hondo’s long arm of the paw to join Highland policing team?

14 March 2025
Paw patrol: Hondo’s long arm of the paw to join Highland policing team?

Paw patrol: Hondo’s long arm of the paw to join Highland policing team?

14 March 2025

The police look set to add a furry cute new addition to their Highland force - their first ever Giant Schnauzer pup!


Second Bryan Adams gig sells out in minutes

13 March 2025
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!


Masked firestarter rammed car into building and started huge blaze, police confirm

10 March 2025
Masked firestarter rammed car into building and started huge blaze, police confirm

Masked firestarter rammed car into building and started huge blaze, police confirm

10 March 2025

After ramming the building in Fairways Business Park, the suspect torched the car and building and fled the scene, say police


Police hunting thieves who stole border collie Skye

09 March 2025
Police hunting thieves who stole border collie Skye

Police hunting thieves who stole border collie Skye

09 March 2025

Dog thieves are being hunted by police after a young border collie was stolen in Berriedale.


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