HMY Iolaire tragedy remembered in House of Commons
Isles MP Angus MacNeil has laid an Early Day Motion (EDM) before parliament on the centenary of the Iolaire tragedy.
Tributes paid to outstanding Highland council staff
Two Highland Council employees have been honoured for their outstanding work at Highland Council’s Quality Awards event in the Inverness Townhouse.
Lochaber schools to enjoy comedy and improv with Marjolein
Shetland-based comedian, improviser and storyteller Marjolein Robertson will visit two Lochaber schools for Book Week Scotland 2018 next week.
Avoch tea room plans represent triumph over personal tragedy
A Black Isle nurse who has battled to overcome family grief and personal illness for almost two years has embarked on the project of her dreams.
Magical fun promised for this weekend’s Christmas lights switch on in Inverness
This year’s Christmas lights switch-on in the Highland capital promises plenty of fun and enchantment.
Design unveiled for Inverness swing bridges control tower
The design of a key building on the Caledonian Canal at Inverness has been unveiled in plans lodged with Highland Council.
Local anger at final go-ahead for Aviemore housing development
A controversial housing development in Aviemore has been given the final go-ahead by the Cairngorm National Park Authority (CPNA), to furious reaction from local groups.
Highland farm to move across the road to accommodate A9 dualling
A north farm is to move lock, stock and barrel across the road to accommodate the dualling of the A9.
Highland Council pledges 500 new homes a year
Highland Council has pledged to build a minimum of 500 new homes each year for the next five years.
Precarious rock face report prompts council action on Stromeferry bypass
Highland Council has agreed to ‘rachet up’ its plans to combat dangerous rock fall on the Stromeferry Bypass.
Highland Council to explore options to keep ‘unsustainable’ Corran Ferry afloat
The current Corran Ferry service isn’t sustainable, with two ageing vessels and a crewing situation becoming critical.
Inspection highlights rock slip dangers of Stromeferry Bypass
The dangers run on a daily basis by travellers on the A890 Stromeferry Bypass have been highlighted in this year’s inspection of the sheer rock face on the landward side of the road and railway line to Kyle of Lochalsh.
Highland hotel boss defends pool policy after row erupts
A hotel boss has hit back in the row over public swimming in Aviemore.
Traffic control changes in Inverness city centre
Temporary traffic control changes will come into force in part of Inverness city centre next week.
Extra hours agreed for alcohol sales over festive season
Extended hours for alcohol sales over the festive season were agreed by Highland Licensing Board yesterday.
National park slammed for holding planning meeting too far from development
A furious Highland Councillor has lambasted Cairngorm National Park Authority (CPNA) planning committee for undemocratic behaviour in its choice of venue to decide a controversial planning development.
Hotel chain expansion underway in Inverness to meet booming trade
High occupancy rates and strong customer demand will see Premier Inn’s Inverness operation expanding over the next few months with the addition of 54 new bedrooms across its Millburn and Inshes Gate sites.
Updated developer contribution guidelines approved by Scottish ministers
Updated guidelines for how much developers should pay towards facilities and infrastructure in Highland region have now been approved by Scottish ministers and adopted as part of the Highland Council’s development plan.
D&E Coaches hands Inverness bus contracts to Stagecoach
Inverness bus services are set for a huge shake-up from the New Year with Stagecoach taking over dozens of routes.
Nine candidates in Wester Ross, Strathpeffer and Lochalsh by-election
Nine candidates representing the full political spectrum have put themselves forward for election in Highland Council’s Wester Ross, Strathpeffer and Lochalsh ward.
Councillors warn of reduced weekend gritting services for parts of the Highlands
Ross and Cromarty residents have been warned that some of their roads will not be gritted over the weekend, in a departure from previous years.
Rules teed up for Coul Links inquiry
A packed Carnegie Hall in Clashmore in the Highlands played witness to the first step in the public inquiry into the controversial Coul Links golf development near Embo, Sutherland
Setting the stage for a public inquiry into the Coul Links plan
The first stage in the public inquiry into the controversial Coul Links golf course development takes place in Sutherland today.
Highland Council preparing for winter weather with 45,000 tonnes of salt stocks
Improvements in weekend gritting arrangements head up Highland Council’s winter maintenance programme for 2018/19.
Highland Council’s new chief positive budget can be put on even keel
The new leader of Highland Council has said there should be “no need” for compulsory redundancies – but admitted there will be “difficult choices” as she starts her role.
Free course will form part of drive to recruit and keep educators in the Highlands
Education bosses have turned to former teachers as part of their drive to recruit and keep educators in the region.
Shock and job losses as Cairngorm Snowsport school closes
The Cairngorm funicular problems last night took another twist after the resort operator’s dozens of seasonal ski instructors were told the winter snowsports school will not open this winter.
Councillor accuses Macdonald Aviemore of ‘hypocrisy’ over pool
A Badenoch & Strathspey councillor has slammed Macdonald Aviemore Resort for accepting millions in taxpayer cash for the resort, only to close its doors to local swimmers.
Highland councillors agree to wide-ranging review of controversial public toilet plans
Highland councillors yesterday accepted a wide-ranging review of public toilet provision in the region, incorporating rationalisation measures designed to save £491,000.
Highland Council re-design team proposes raft of funding cuts to children’s support services
Recurring payments amounting to hundreds of thousands of pounds to providers of children’s support services could be clawed back by Highland Council following the findings of a re-design team.
Highland Council to launch public engagement process over budget cuts
Highland Council will launch a programme of activities across the region next month to engage with the public over forthcoming hard-hitting budget cuts.
Highland Council car park for sale in Inverness
A piece of prime real estate belonging to Highland Council has gone up for sale in Inverness - but with potential legal complications.