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Rachel Smart


Business reporter

I studied my undergraduate degree in politics and international relations at the University of Aberdeen and I completed my Masters in Journalism at RGU this year. I have always been interested in people and how society works. It's great when your passions align with your job.

Resilience and young business women to be recognised at Highland Business Women Awards

18 May 2024
Resilience and young business women to be recognised at Highland Business Women Awards

Resilience and young business women to be recognised at Highland Business Women Awards

18 May 2024

It’s almost that time of year again as the Highland Business Women Awards are making a return.


Highland MSP says the housing emergency is about more than just ‘building homes’

16 May 2024
Highland MSP says the housing emergency is about more than just ‘building homes’

Highland MSP says the housing emergency is about more than just ‘building homes’

16 May 2024

MSP Emma Roddick has highlighted the need to make sure existing homes are being used as houses, and that people can afford rents and mortgages.


Highland MSP calls for ‘collective action’ to address Scotland’s housing emergency

16 May 2024
Highland MSP calls for ‘collective action’ to address Scotland’s housing emergency

Highland MSP calls for ‘collective action’ to address Scotland’s housing emergency

16 May 2024

A Highland MSP has called for collective action and shared responsibility to address Scotland’s escalating housing emergency.


Highland bakeries rise to the challenge and scoop up accolades at national awards ceremony

15 May 2024
Highland bakeries rise to the challenge and scoop up accolades at national awards ceremony

Highland bakeries rise to the challenge and scoop up accolades at national awards ceremony

15 May 2024

Several bakeries across the region have picked up accolades at the Scottish Baker of the Year Awards.


Rory Bremner joins Prosper to celebrate Business Excellence in Highlands and Islands

15 May 2024
Rory Bremner joins Prosper to celebrate Business Excellence in Highlands and Islands

Rory Bremner joins Prosper to celebrate Business Excellence in Highlands and Islands

15 May 2024

One of Britain’s best-known impressionists and comedians, Rory Bremner, will return as host of Prosper’s Highlands & Islands Awards.


Closure of Kessock Bridge early this morning due to concern for a person

13 May 2024
Closure of Kessock Bridge early this morning due to concern for a person

Closure of Kessock Bridge early this morning due to concern for a person

13 May 2024

Police Scotland has said the Kessock Bridge was closed in the early hours of this morning due to concern for a person.


£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

30 April 2024
£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

£124,787 for each of the three new assistant chief executives at Highland Council

30 April 2024

The annual salaries for newly appointed Highland Council assistant chief executives has been revealed - each earning £124,787.


Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

29 April 2024
Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

Plans for new mode of transport in the Highlands take step forward

29 April 2024

Plans for a new mode of transport in the Highlands has taken another step forward.


Over 80 Highlanders contribute to art project for Palestinians that is being displayed in Venice

27 April 2024
Over 80 Highlanders contribute to art project for Palestinians that is being displayed in Venice

Over 80 Highlanders contribute to art project for Palestinians that is being displayed in Venice

27 April 2024

A Highland art project is among various works featured in an exhibition in Venice dedicated to Palestinians.


The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024 launches for entries

25 April 2024
The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024 launches for entries

The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024 launches for entries

25 April 2024

The Highlands and Islands Food and Drink Awards 2024 (HIFAD) has launched for entries.


Macdonald Aviemore Resort picks up two trophies at national awards ceremony

23 April 2024
Macdonald Aviemore Resort picks up two trophies at national awards ceremony

Macdonald Aviemore Resort picks up two trophies at national awards ceremony

23 April 2024

Macdonald Aviemore Resort has been crowned Scotland’s best four-star hotel in the North


Inverness city centre coffee shop set to close

23 April 2024
Inverness city centre coffee shop set to close

Inverness city centre coffee shop set to close

23 April 2024

Costa Coffee - part of the UK chain - in Inglis Street will close in July.


Badenoch project receives funding to provide dementia support

22 April 2024
Badenoch project receives funding to provide dementia support

Badenoch project receives funding to provide dementia support

22 April 2024

A Badenoch project has received a grant to support people living with dementia, their carers and family members.


New bus service to begin operating from Aviemore

16 April 2024
New bus service to begin operating from Aviemore

New bus service to begin operating from Aviemore

16 April 2024

Travel tech company, FlixBus, has added Inverness, Aviemore and Pitlochry to its Scottish network.


Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

14 April 2024
Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

Luke Stoltman crowned Europe’s Strongest Man for second time

14 April 2024

Highland strongman, Luke Stoltman has been crowned Europe’s Strongest Man.


Call for Highland Council to enforce policy banning use of pesticides in school playgrounds which may cause cancer

13 April 2024
Call for Highland Council to enforce policy banning use of pesticides in school playgrounds which may cause cancer

Call for Highland Council to enforce policy banning use of pesticides in school playgrounds which may cause cancer

13 April 2024

A Highland MSP has asked Highland Council to take urgent action to enforce their policy banning the use of pesticides on school playgrounds.


Rural business organisation calls for better ‘rural-proofing’ of policies in wake of wood-burning stoves debacle

12 April 2024
Rural business organisation calls for better ‘rural-proofing’ of policies in wake of wood-burning stoves debacle

Rural business organisation calls for better ‘rural-proofing’ of policies in wake of wood-burning stoves debacle

12 April 2024

Scottish Land & Estates has called for better ‘rural-proofing’ of policies in the wake of the debacle over a ban on wood-burning stoves in new homes.


Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

11 April 2024
Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

Highland IT firm gives business owners peace of mind with forward-thinking solutions

11 April 2024

Giving business leaders peace of mind is at the heart of a Highland IT firms’ mission.


Popular Aviemore confectionary shop is up for sale

10 April 2024
Popular Aviemore confectionary shop is up for sale

Popular Aviemore confectionary shop is up for sale

10 April 2024

A popular confectionary shop in Aviemore is up for sale.


Highland Muslim community speak about Ramadan as celebration draws to a close

09 April 2024
Highland Muslim community speak about Ramadan as celebration draws to a close

Highland Muslim community speak about Ramadan as celebration draws to a close

09 April 2024

The Muslim community in the Highlands have been partaking in Ramadan since March 11.


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