Arrests made in backpacker murder
Police have arrested two men in connection with the murder of a teenage German backpacker who had spent time in the Highlands just days before the horror killing in Northern Ireland 30 years ago. Read More
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Scottish actress brings Down’s Syndrome show to Aberdeen and Inverness
A young woman with Down’s Syndrome is the star of a hard-hitting new play which will be performed in Aberdeen and Inverness in the coming weeks.
Sunshine ahead for Scotland… but more fog forecast for north-east coastline
Thick fog which caused severe traffic disruption along the north-east coastline yesterday is expected to continue for the next few days – but clear skies and sunshine have been forecast inland.
Arrests made in backpacker murder
Police have arrested two men in connection with the murder of a teenage German backpacker who had spent time in the Highlands just days before the horror killing in Northern Ireland 30 years ago.
International scientist prepare DNA test of Loch Ness in the most significant monster hunt ever
It is one of the most famous mysteries in the world.
Emergency services attending two-vehicle crash on Highland road
Emergency services are at the scene of a collision between two vehicles on Barn Church road near Inverness.
Pair arrested over 1988 murder of German backpacker with links to the Highlands
Two men have been arrested by detectives investigating the murder of a German backpacker in Northern Ireland 30 years ago.
Highland kickboxing brothers selected for Team Scotland
Two young martial arts enthusiasts from Inverness have fought their way on to Scotland’s kickboxing team after competing alongside each other for the first time.
Only 0.57% of business rates appeals resolved in north and north-east last year
New figures have revealed that fewer than 100 business rates appeals were resolved in the north and north-east last year – out of a total of 16,225.
Praise for NHS after clot pupil’s leg ‘doubled in size’
The parents of a teenager who suffered a burst blood clot in his leg while in class – resulting in it swelling to twice its normal size – last night praised medics who they claim saved his life.
Highland Council leader dealing with budget black hole
Highland Council’s leader believes she has “never seen communities in better heart”, despite a year of unprecedented budget cuts since the local elections.
Youth programmes in Inverness benefit from criminals cash
Creative and cultural activities in the Inverness area have received a welcomed boost – in the form of cash seized from criminals.
Highland man walking entire boundary of Cairngorms National Park for charity
Most people tend to go up and down its peaks in a relatively straight line.
Claytime: Morph spotted touring Western Isles
Children’s claymation character Morph has visited the Callanish Stones on the Isle of Lewis during a tour of the Outer Hebrides.
Cantraybridge students swap the Highlands for Belgium
Seven students from Cantraybridge College in Inverness have experienced a taste of working life in Belgium.
Father to appear at High Court in connection with baby death
A young father accused of killing his three-week-old baby daughter in Inverness is to appear at the High Court next month – almost exactly a year after the tragedy.
Concerns raised over new multi-million pound bypass in Inverness
Plans for a new multi-million pound bypass from Inshes to Smithton has been met with concern during a second day of public consultations.
The fight continues after Culloden housing development given go-ahead
Campaigners yesterday vowed to fight on despite Highland Councillors approving details of a controversial housing development near Culloden battlefield.
Plans to create whale-watching spots on west coast could boost Scottish tourist economy
A new scheme to create a network of whale-watching spots up and down the west coast could create jobs and boost the economy.
£1-a-night tourist levy will drive vital business from Highlands, say firms
Research by the Federation of Small Business (FSB) has revealed that 73% of Highland businesses oppose the introduction of a potential £10 million-a year tourist tax in the region.
Lack of crossing patrol strengthens campaign
Inverness parents have come together to fight for a permanent pedestrian crossing on a busy city trunk road to prevent pupils “lives being put in danger”.
Highland campaigner’s ultrasound battle dealt a blow
A Highland woman’s campaign to bring a “game-changing” ultrasound device to Scotland was dealt a blow yesterday after it emerged that it can not be used in hospitals.
Plans for community resilience centre in Inverness suburb gain traction
An Inverness community is seeking to buy out a prime local site in bid to develop a community resilience centre which would be the first of its kind in this part of the city.
Ambitious ‘East Link’ bypass plans for Inverness unveiled
New plans unveiled for the multi-million pound ‘East Link’ road in Inverness – connecting the A96 with the A9 to the south – is a “win, win, win” for the city, it was claimed last night.
Last chance saloon for Inverness man
A 28-year-old Inverness man was given “a last chance” to complete a community payback order to help him get his life back on track.
Woman fined over threatening gesture to neighbour
A neighbourhood dispute boiled over during a 21st birthday celebration when a threatening gesture was made to a couple in their driveway, Inverness Sheriff Court heard yesterday.
Highland Council rocked by resignation threats over parking charges
Highland Council was on the brink of chaos last night after as many as five members threatened to resign from the independent group over parking charges.
Top notch ideas for the UK’s highest restaurant
Bosses at the Cairngorm ski resort have submitted plans for a major revamp of the UK’s highest restaurant.
Peter Chapman MSP has today resigned as the Scottish Conservative party spokesman on rural affairs
The regional list member for the north-east informed party leader Ruth Davidson by letter of his intention to step down earlier today.
Inverness link road plans unveiled
Plans for a new road in Inverness linking the A9 and A96 trunk roads were unveiled today and will provide enhanced facilities for road users, cyclists and pedestrians.
VIDEO: Firefighters called to tackle huge gorse fire in Inverness
Firefighters tackled a 300-metre gorse fire next to the Caledonian Canal to on the west-side of Inverness overnight.
Police appeal after money and clothes stolen from a car in Inverness
Police in Inverness are appealing for information after a number of items were stolen from inside a parked car in the city.
RBS accused of lying to MPs about digital targets for staff
RBS bosses have been accused of lying to MPs amidst claims staff at banks poised for closure have continued to be set targets on convincing customers to go digital.
