Toilet turmoil as Highland Council reveal results of loo review
Highland Council has revealed the results of its controversial public loo review, to mixed results from the winners and losers around the north.
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Review: A little bit of Nashville comes to Inverness
Dougie Burns saw, On the Road and in the Round, at Eden Court, Inverness.
A warm welcome and a fine feast at Beekie’s Neuk in Newmachar
Every weekend, I travel around the north-east of Scotland following the fortunes of my footballing son. Saturday morning is for school matches, and Sunday sees me cheering on his club team.
Fears for Aberdeen to England trains as massive rail review is launched
Plans to improve train journeys between Aberdeen and the south of England have been shelved amid a massive review of the UK’s rail industry.
Eating out at Tartan Tapas, Inverness
"How do you fancy going out for lunch?” Words which are sure to raise my spirits. As soon as my other half had uttered them I was imagining a nice cosy bistro or perhaps one of those trendy minimalist modern establishments. I was salivating at the prospect.
Eating out at Cafe Andaluz, Aberdeen
With the weather making Scotland feel more like Spain at the moment, a trip for some tapas seemed an ideal choice.
Aberdeen rained but Little Mix made it shower
Despite the aftermath of Saturday’s Little Mix concert in Aberdeen, the show itself was still a fantastic performance by the all-girl group.
Eating out at The New Knowes Hotel in Macduff
At a family gathering in Buckie recently, I happened to discover that my wife’s great, great grannie was formerly the owner of a hotel in Macduff many moons ago.
Dazzling food and nightlife options on offer in Manchester
The Pogues famously sang of a Dirty Old Town – a smoky industrial hellhole, bordered by gasworks and dirty canals, and Morrissey once crooned that Manchester had “so much to answer for”.
Rocker’s swagger perfectly emulated
Some Guys Have All the Luck, a tribute to Sir Rod Stewart, hit the stage at HM Theatre last night.
Review: Michael McIntyre entertains the north-east with Big World Tour
BAFTA-winning comedian, Michael McIntyre, had the Granite City in giggles last night performing to a packed out AECC.
REVIEW: Ballet Black at Eden Court in Inverness
Susan Welsh saw Ballet Black at Eden Court Theatre, Inverness.
Restaurant review: Indian gem has added spice to Echt
Curry, often referred to as Scotland’s other national dish, is more popular than ever across P&J country. Believe it or not, once the nation’s favourite carry out, the chicken tikka masala, was invented in a Glasgow curry house in the early 70s.
Anger over RBS branch closures as north politicians insist UK Government step in
Senior politicians across the north of Scotland last night insisted the UK Government must now step in and force RBS to halt their controversial axing of branches following the publication of the Scottish Affairs Committee’s report.
Musical comedy’s style, sparkle and energy shows blondes really do have more fun
Stan Arnaud saw Legally Blonde the Musical at Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Restaurant review: A fine evening with an old friend at Shimla in Beauly
It’s unsettling to realise it’s more than 40 years since I first went for a curry and a few drinks on a Friday night. Then, of course, I tended to be heading into the restaurant at about half past 11 having spent an evening in the pub with friends.
Film reviews | Avengers: Infinity War
Avengers: Infinity War ****
A taste of luxury with the family in tow at Gleneagles
Luxury hotels can easily lose their allure once children come along. Champagne in dreamy-looking rooms, state-of-the-art spas offering the ultimate in escapism, those lingering all-evening fine-dining experiences, well-stocked bars and cosy corners to unwind in all seem a waste when you’re running around after little ones who are bored senseless or splitting the childcare in a bid to steal some solo time.
Restaurant review: Getting to know The Pier in Aberdeen
The Pier cafe bistro was always a favourite of ours on family visits to Aberdeen beach, so I was saddened when it was destroyed by a fire at a neighbouring restaurant.
James Corden’s dad angry at film critic who branded son “appallingly irritating”
Movie star James Corden's dad has written to a movie critic to complain about his son being labelled "appallingly irritating".
REVIEW: Prime dining in the Highlands
I love it when a restaurant gets you talking, especially if you’re still talking about it days after you’ve dined there.
Review: Feelgood musical’s triumphant return to HMT
Brace yourself as the feel-good musical Hairspray makes a triumphant return to Aberdeen after a one-year hiatus.
Review: Guitar greats rock Inverness
Stan Arnaud watched the Classic Rock Show - Guitar Greats World Tour 2018 at Inverness's Eden Court.
Review: You’ve Got A Friend at Eden Court in Inverness
Susan Welsh saw You’ve Got A Friend at Eden Court in Inverness.
Review: It’ll Be All Fright on the Night: Steve Steinman’s Vampires Rock at Eden Court
Community “disappointed” as Stagecoach announces review of Lochaber bus operations
A community has been left “disappointed” after Stagecoach announced it is to review all of its Lochaber operations, with at least one bus service to be withdrawn next month.
Review: Jimmy Osmond puts on a great show at Inverness’s Eden Court Theatre
Susan Welsh saw, Moon River & Me: A Tribute to Andy Williams at Eden Court Theatre
REVIEW: Barnaby’s got it cracked as Tchaikovksy’s ballet prince
Much to the delight of the Inverness audience, it was a dancer they regard as one of their own who stepped into the spotlight and dazzled as the Nutcracker Prince at the opening performance of Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker, which can be seen at Eden Court until tomorrow.
Eight north and north-east restaurants you need to experience in 2018
To celebrate the new year, we asked our food critics to pick some of their favourite places they've had the pleasure of experiencing over the past 12 months.
Discover Italy’s sophisticated fizz for your next holiday
On a chilly moonlit night in Milan, Italy’s most elegant oenophiles are mingling in a 19th-century mansion.
REVIEW: Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi
The latest instalment in the Star Wars franchise is here.
Review: Snow White ticks all boxes for family fun
The pantomime season has kicked off in style in the Highland capital with a mixture of magic and humour – and a few surprises on the way.