Neil Skene: Why improvisation is the name of the game
September is here already and I completed my first ever Aberdeen half marathon.
Tag: Ness
Neil Skene: When you get your left and right wrong…
Now we are in the heart of the so-called summer - tennis, cricket and the start of football again - I am regularly asked about blind people and co-ordination.
Tireless charity campaigner “humbled” by royal honour
A tireless charity campaigner said she was pleased, humbled and "more than slightly weirded out" to be awarded a British Empire Medal.
These are the revised plans for new £4million Highland care home
A special meeting has been arranged for a Highland community to discuss revised plans for a new £4million care home.
Neil Skene: The show must go on
This month, I’d thought I’d give a wee insight into the rock’n’roll life I have when away from the day job, and also to ask, where does the hour go?
Loch Ness tourist operator sparks monster nationalism row
A Loch Ness tourism operator has gone head-to-head with independence supporters with an online rant about nationalism.
City craftsmen set new benchmark
A new addition to riverside fixtures in Inverness has been celebrated, demonstrating the talents of a local charity.
Public inquiry begins into Loch Ness wind turbines
A four-day public inquiry begins today into a 13-turbine windfarm proposed for a hillside near Loch Ness.
Top chefs join ranks to create feast for north-east charity event
A trio of top chefs will team up to create a gastronomic feast at an Aberdeen charity event.
Ness chain in administration
An independent women's fashion chain inspired by Scottish design will keep trading over the festive break despite falling into administration.
Plans to combat erosion on banks of River Ness take step forward
A major upgrade of paths and bridges, and measures to combat riverbank erosion on the River Ness Islands in Inverness is a step closer.
Loch Ness rescuers stood down after upturned canoe found floating
A lifeboat crew were called out on Sunday after an upturned canoe was spotted on Loch Ness.
Charity helps blind and deaf youngsters in Moray enjoy summer holiday
With the end of the summer holidays, most children have now returned to the classroom and swapped stories with the rest of their classmates about their various excursions and eclectic activities.
‘Carnage’ warning for Loch Ness
A furious row erupted last night after Highland councillors approved a new document that campaigners say opens the door to more wind turbines around Loch Ness.
Windfarmer defends Broadband ‘gesture’
A windfarm company has defended its offer of helping facilitate broadband rollout in the Highlands in the face of fierce criticism from campaigners.
Could Pokemon Go finally help solve mystery of Loch Ness monster?
The global game craze Pokemon Go and its digital blue creature Lapras is set to help solve the mystery of the Loch Ness monster.
Power firm goes to appeal over Loch Ness windfarm decision
An energy company is appealing a decision by Highland Council to reject a controversial windfarm near Loch Ness.
Loch Ness homes proposal promises 70 jobs
Proposals for an 80-home development near Loch Ness have been lodged by a developer.
North-east lifeboat heroes’ triple rescue
The warm spell has kept Loch Ness lifeboat volunteers busy.
Council leader calls for Highland roads improvements
Highland Council leader Margaret Davidson has pledged to step up the crusade for greater access to one of Scotland's most iconic locations - Loch Ness.
“Enough is enough” as Loch Ness turbines are rejected
The leader of Highland Council yesterday declared "enough is enough" for windfarm construction around Loch Ness.
Charity recognised for outstanding people management
A North-east deaf and blind charity that helps deaf and blind people has been recognised for its "people skills".
Island village hit by first burglary in decades
It is a peaceful corner of Lewis where trust is everything.
Moray kids conquer difficulties in adventure fortnight
Youngsters with sight and hearing difficulties have been enjoying the excitement of the outdoors thanks to a north-east charity.
Highland Council to decide on Inverness brewery plan
Councillors will decide next week whether to approve a new riverside brewery in Inverness.
Policy on Loch Ness wind turbines could be set by politicians living miles away
Future policy on windfarms encircling Loch Ness could be shaped by politicians in Edinburgh.
Anglers’ homage to a hero
Some of the world's top "Speycasters" will be reeled into Inverness next week to pay homage to one of the sport's greats.
Father and three sons rescued on Loch Ness
A father and three sons have heaped praise on rescuers who managed to tow their hire yacht off rocks in 8ft waves on Loch Ness.
Moray Skid Car event to raise money for North East Sensory Services
People living with a disability that prevents them from getting behind the wheel can burn some rubber at a charity driving event this weekend.
German windfarm company could add to Loch Ness wind turbines
A German windfarm company has started moves that could see it add to the so-called "ring of steel" of 600-plus turbines on hills around Loch Ness.
Photo Diary: North East Sensory Services AFC 25th anniversary lunch
What: North East Sensory Services (NESS) AFC 25th anniversary lunch.
Team gear up for tandem cycle ride at charity event for Ness
A blind cyclist is gearing up for a 25-mile cycle challenge to raise awareness of north-east charity that supported him as he lost his sight.