Plea to Alistair Wilson killer by ex-cop who researched the case for book
An ex-detective has made impassioned plea to the killer of Nairn banker Alistair Wilson in a new book published ahead of the 14th anniversary of the tragedy.
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Second World War bullets found at St Cyrus
Just a week after communities in the north-east and across the country stopped to remember the fallen of the world wars, a reminder of those events turned up at an Aberdeenshire beach.
The sea on your doorstep in this idyllic 12-bedroom Edwardian home in Nairn
Parting is such sweet sorrow, especially when David and Mary Cameron are having to say goodbye to their much-loved 12-bedroom Edwardian home, writes Susan Welsh.
Man assaulted in Highland street after stopping to offer directions
Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted in the Highlands after he stopped to offer directions.
Nairn County duo Callum Maclean and Kenny McKenzie continue their double act
Callum Maclean and Kenny McKenzie have lived in each other’s pockets for the last 10 years.
Police appeal after vandalism and theft at a housing development in Nairn
Police in Nairn are making inquiries after a theft and vandalism at a construction site.
Appeal for information following Nairn fire-raising incident
Nairn police are appealing for information following a fire-raising incident in the Church Street area of the town yesterday evening.
Police appeal after bins set on fire in Nairn
Police have issued an appeal after bins were set on fire and the blaze spread to a workshop in Nairn last night.
VIDEO: Turbine lorry breaks down in Nairn causing severe congestion through the town
Traffic was left at a temporary standstill in Nairn yesterday after a lorry carrying turbine parts broke down in the centre of town.
Hotel for disabled people in Nairn could close, leaving guests in tears
Guests of one of the only hotels that cater especially for disabled people in the north of Scotland have reacted with shock at news the establishment could soon close.
VIDEO: Turbine lorry breaks down in the centre of Nairn causing major delays on the A96
Motorist on the A96 were left in tailbacks stretching for more than a mile this morning after a turbine convoy lorry broke down in the centre of Nairn.
Police looking for help to find missing Nairn man Peter Rogers
Police are appealing for help to trace a missing 35-year-old man from Nairn.
At least 15 villages will not get a free Christmas tree because supplies have run out
It is the focal point of any community Christmas.
Warning about use of snares after incident near Nairn
Nairn police have issued a warning about the dangers of illegally set snares after the discovery of a trap set in the Little Kildrummie area near the town.
Report issued aimed at easing the cost of rising fuel for Highland residents
The Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) will today release a report aimed at offering Highland residents ways in which they can substantially save in the purchasing of heating oil.
Nairn County’s Glenn Main delighted to reach 400th appearance milestone
Nairn County vice-captain Glenn Main made his 400th appearance for his hometown club in Saturday’s 2-2 draw at Inverurie Locos.
Inverness law graduate arrested for carrying firearm in Highland town
A law graduate was arrested by police carrying an illegal pepper spray.
Pantomime couple tie the knot in fairytale Highland wedding
An Inverness couple who got engaged during one of the city’s festive pantomimes have finally tied the knot.
Sentence deferred for Nairn teenager who brandished piece of wood at man he thought was climbing into his garden
A Nairn teenager who brandished a piece of wood at a man he thought was climbing in to his garden with a similar weapon had his sentence further deferred yesterday.
Nairn BID sparks resentment as some businesses balk at levy
A row is brewing in Nairn over plans to create a Business Improvement District (Bid).
Nairn votes overwhelmingly in favour of a Business Improvement District
Nairn has voted to establish its own Business Improvement District (BID) in what was called a “hugely positive step forward.”
Lifesaving Victoria Cross hero to be honoured in Nairn 100 years on
A Victoria Cross hero who hailed from the Highlands – and became Canada’s most decorated soldier – is to be honoured a century after his bravery saved countless lives.
Appeal for information after Nairn power tools theft
Police in Nairn are appealing for information following the theft of tools from a house in the town’s Lawrie Drive.
Inverness-based group The Truly Terrible Orchestra seeking tuba player for annual charity event
A supposedly “terrible” Inverness group are looking to recruit new musicians by taking the “attitude not the aptitude that counts” principle to new levels.
Fresh witness leads in Alistair Wilson murder inquiry
Several new witnesses have been interviewed by police probing the murder of Nairn banker Alistair Wilson.
PODCAST: Anger after controversial plans to build more than 100 houses near Nairn narrowly approved
Controversial plans to build more than 100 houses near Nairn have been narrowly approved - despite the best efforts of protesters.
Plans submitted that will see derelict Windsor Hotel in Nairn redeveloped
Plans to redevelop a derelict Nairn hotel into residential properties are set to go before the Highland Council’s planning committee after a local property developer submitted a planning application this week.
Vehicle and speedboat plunge into water at Nairn’s West Beach
A vehicle plunged into the water at Nairn's West Beach this afternoon.
PODCAST: As developers plan hundreds more homes in Nairn, can the town’s creaking infrastructure cope?
When the Press & Journal local government reporter Susy Macaulay escaped the office this summer to visit community councils across the Highlands, she wanted to find out how Highland Council’s ever-deepening cuts are affecting the area’s lifeblood, its people.
Nairn and Lochloy residents ramp up protest against housing proposals
Furious Nairn and Lochloy residents have ramped up their protest against proposals for 115 new houses in Kingsteps South with a placard campaign ahead of a site visit by Highland councillors next week.
Tractor ploughs into a ditch in a Highland field
A farmer was left trapped in his tractor in Nairn this afternoon after ploughing into a ditch in a Highland field.
Nairn man faces anxious wait to find out if his £24,000 Audi Q5 will be forfeited after he was caught drink driving for the second time
A 23-year-old Nairn man will have to wait until August 23 to discover if his £24,000 Audi Q5 is going to be forfeited for his second drink driving offence.