New depute appointed to lead Inverness College UHI strategic curriculum development
A new depute principal has been appointed to assist with the academic development of Inverness College UHI.
Skye primary school pupils hailed for ingenious video idea after reaching final of national competition
Pupils at a Skye primary school have received national recognition for their film-making skills.
Water works complete in Kingussie with developments over forgotten friary expected later this year
Vital works to secure the water network in the village of Kingussie are now complete with developments over archaeological finds from the site expected later this year.
Duncan Mackison appointed as new chief executive of David MacBrayne Group
The board of David MacBrayne Limited has announced the appointment of a new group chief executive with Duncan Mackison set to take up the post at the beginning of March.
Danny MacAskill in daring stunt at iconic Glencoe road bridge
He is known for a daredevil attitude and risk-taking many wouldn’t dare dream of.
£17m harbour revamp could bring 50 new jobs to the far north
Dozens of jobs will be created as a result of a £17million investment into a major redevelopment of a Caithness harbour.
Check out these amazing pictures of an underwater German battleship off the Caithness coast
Spectacular underwater photographs have revealed the remains of a mysterious German battleship off the Caithness coast.
Flying Scotsman to steam into Highland capital later this year
The world's most famous locomotive is to steam into Inverness this May - for only the second time in the famed Flying Scotsman's illustrious history.
Over 1,000 cyclists to take part in Strathpuffer event this weekend
More than 1,000 cyclists will take on a daring endurance challenge when the 14th edition of the Strathpuffer 24 is staged in Contin this weekend.
Tributes pour in for popular bus driver killed in Highland crash
A bus driver killed in a crash has been described as a popular man with such a warm nature he was known as "Smiler".
Swollen river forces overdue walkers to spend night on the hill
A swollen river forced two walkers into an overnight stay on a Highland hill with a multi-agency rescue operation launched in a bid to retrieve the missing people.
Inverness shopping centre celebrates charitable donations during season of goodwill
The Eastgate Centre in Inverness has hailed the generosity of shoppers over the festive period after announcing an impressive tally exceeding £51,000 has been raised to aid local causes.
Tributes pour in after Highland rugby stalwart died suddenly aged 62
Highland rugby stalwart Alister Wemyss, who had latterly served as a coach for Highland Rugby Club, has died suddenly at the age of 62.
Berriedale Braes road improvement works to begin after contractor awarded £9.6million contract
Work to improve safety on a notorious stretch of the A9 is to get under way after a £9.6million was awarded to contractors R J MacLeod Ltd.
Over 40 jobs saved as Highland childcare service handed lifeline
A Highland childcare service forced to close its doors before Christmas has been awarded a rescue package - saving over 40 jobs.
NHS Highland porters carry out duties as normal as union chiefs argue case for change
NHS Highland porters yesterday carried out their duties as normal after threatening to down tools due to ongoing health and safety concerns, as four staff are said to have sustained needle wound injuries when handling clinical waste.
Multiple casualties as bus collides with bridge in the Highlands
Police are attending a serious road traffic collision in the Highlands involving a bus, with a number of casualties so far reported.
Tributes pour in after Highland rugby stalwart passes suddenly aged 62
Highland rugby stalwart Alister ‘Porky’ Wemyss, who still served as a coach for Highland Rugby Club, has passed suddenly at the age of 62.
Line up for 39th instalment of the Shetland Folk Festival revealed
Musicians from an array of genres and hailing from more than ten countries will flock to Shetland this summer as the 39th instalment of the Shetland Folk Festival opens on May 2.
Handover date set for new state-of-the-art Orkney hospital
The handover of a brand new state-of-the-art hospital and healthcare facility in Orkney is due to take place in April
Residents baffled as power cables shooting sparks wipes out power supply to some Kyleakin homes
Residents in Kyleakin on Skye were left baffled as sparks could be seen bursting from power cables disrupting the electricity supply to some homes in the village.
Participants welcomed for Rainbow Raiser for The Leanne Fund
Participants are being sought to participate in a fundraising scheme run by The Leanne Fund to aid cystic fibrosis suffers, in memory of Leanne Mitchell from the Isle of Lewis.
Inverness nightclub forced to close its doors as staff made redundant
An Inverness nightclub owner has spoken out over the decision to close his city centre premises - costing around 20 jobs - claiming the change in pub times is hitting clubs.
Union chiefs fear for safety of NHS Highland porters as ‘staff suffer needle wounds’
Union chiefs last night voiced fears for the health and safety of NHS Highland porters over the handling of clinical waste - and are threatening to call for strike action after claims workers suffered needle wounds.
Heb Celt to offer young talent opportunity to showcase talents
One of the most prestigious music festivals across the Highlands and Islands is to offer a competition to musicians - providing the opportunity to showcase their skills on stage this summer.
Donald from Skye flies the nest in a bid to accommodate Chinese visitors
He is known for his chirpy advice - but now lovable cartoon character Donald from Skye has flown the nest to China.
Residents baffled as power cables shooting sparks wipe out power supply to some Skye homes
Residents in Kyleakin on Skye were left baffled as sparks could be seen bursting from power cables disrupting the electricity supply to some homes in the village.
NHS Western Isles seeking public opinion over British Sign Language Plan
NHS Western Isles is seeking public help in developing its local British sign language plan.
‘Excellent job’ by hospital staff despite increase in delays
The chairman of NHS Shetland has defended the record of the Gilbert Bain Hospital accident and emergency unit following an attack on waiting times by Scotland's shadow health minister.
Raigmore chapel entrance to close to members of the public
Bosses at Raigmore Hospital have warned members of the public that the chapel entrance door at the Inverness hospital will be closed from January 21.
Culloden congregation members honoured by Pope Francis
Two members of an Inverness congregation have been awarded Benemerenti papal awards from Pope Francis.
Sumburgh airport launch drone safety event following London chaos
An event is being held in Shetland tomorrow to give local drone enthusiasts more information on how to use their devices safely near the operations of the Sumburgh-based coastguard helicopter.