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Work under way at new £3.1m Hollywood Bowl centre in Inverness with opening date announced

03 December 2024
Work under way at new £3.1m Hollywood Bowl centre in Inverness with opening date announced

Work under way at new £3.1m Hollywood Bowl centre in Inverness with opening date announced

03 December 2024

The new £3.1 million Hollywood Bowl is designed to be a family entertainment centre.


Speed limit on A9 single-carriageway sections could be cut to 50mph

27 November 2024
Speed limit on A9 single-carriageway sections could be cut to 50mph

Speed limit on A9 single-carriageway sections could be cut to 50mph

27 November 2024

Transport secretary Fiona Hyslop said there was an ambition to make Scotland’s roads the safest in the world by 2030.


Call for wannabe journalists: Apply to become a trainee community news reporter

19 November 2024
Call for wannabe journalists: Apply to become a trainee community news reporter

Call for wannabe journalists: Apply to become a trainee community news reporter

19 November 2024

If you have ever wanted to become a journalist, applications are now open for a new scheme that could mark the start of your dream career.


Bus drivers secure wage win ending strike threat

18 November 2024
Bus drivers secure wage win ending strike threat

Bus drivers secure wage win ending strike threat

18 November 2024

Unite the union says this pay dispute should send a warning that workers must be properly valued.


Texas and Paul Heaton to headline Belladrum 2025

08 November 2024
Texas and Paul Heaton to headline Belladrum 2025

Texas and Paul Heaton to headline Belladrum 2025

08 November 2024

“Both Texas and Paul Heaton will be guaranteed to deliver some of the biggest sing-along moments in Bella history,” say organisers.


EXPLAINED: 5% Highland tourist tax could raise £10m a year - all you need to know PLUS who won’t have to pay

08 November 2024
EXPLAINED: 5% Highland tourist tax could raise £10m a year - all you need to know PLUS who won’t have to pay

EXPLAINED: 5% Highland tourist tax could raise £10m a year - all you need to know PLUS who won’t have to pay

08 November 2024

Otherwise known as a visitor levy, should it happen, it would see the Highlands follow destinations in Europe that charge additional tax per night.


How important is the film industry for the Highlands?

04 November 2024
How important is the film industry for the Highlands?

How important is the film industry for the Highlands?

04 November 2024

‘Industry demand to film in the Highlands is at an all-time high’


WATCH: Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden confirmed as guest judge for Strictly Inverness 2025

30 September 2024
WATCH: Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden confirmed as guest judge for Strictly Inverness 2025

WATCH: Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden confirmed as guest judge for Strictly Inverness 2025

30 September 2024

Applications are now open for the popular dance extravaganza held in aid of Highland Hospice and Inverness Ice Centre.


Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

21 September 2024
Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

21 September 2024

People are being advised to use an alternative route.


Kingussie last to lift iconic trophy - as it finds new home further north

09 September 2024
Kingussie last to lift iconic trophy - as it finds new home further north

Kingussie last to lift iconic trophy - as it finds new home further north

09 September 2024

For 128 years, the Camanachd Cup has been the pinnacle of excellence within the shinty community.


Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

08 September 2024
Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

Kessock Bridge closed due to ‘police incident’

08 September 2024

People are being advised to use an alternative route.


Up to 6 months of safety improvements set for Kessock Bridge

04 September 2024
Up to 6 months of safety improvements set for Kessock Bridge

Up to 6 months of safety improvements set for Kessock Bridge

04 September 2024

Planned reduced speed limits across the structure with intermittent overnight lane closures.


New InterCity trains key to encouraging more people to leave car at home

03 September 2024
New InterCity trains key to encouraging more people to leave car at home

New InterCity trains key to encouraging more people to leave car at home

03 September 2024

Moves are under way to replace ageing High-Speed Trains fleet operating on InterCity routes between Inverness, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen.


‘The Church abhors all forms of abusive behaviour; whatever the context’ - church missionary assaulted wife

30 August 2024
‘The Church abhors all forms of abusive behaviour; whatever the context’ - church missionary assaulted wife

‘The Church abhors all forms of abusive behaviour; whatever the context’ - church missionary assaulted wife

30 August 2024

The Free Church of Scotland (Continuing) has spoken out after one of its workers was found guilty of abusing his wife.


A9 at Carrbridge reopens seven hours after crash involving bus, lorry and car

27 July 2024
A9 at Carrbridge reopens seven hours after crash involving bus, lorry and car

A9 at Carrbridge reopens seven hours after crash involving bus, lorry and car

27 July 2024

It is unclear if anyone was injured.


Joint venture to work on proposed hydro scheme in the Highlands - which would be among largest in UK

24 July 2024
Joint venture to work on proposed hydro scheme in the Highlands - which would be among largest in UK

Joint venture to work on proposed hydro scheme in the Highlands - which would be among largest in UK

24 July 2024

The nationally-significant Fearna Pumped Storage Hydro Project would be based about 25km west of Invergarry.


NHS Highland counter fraud services investigate worker

22 July 2024
NHS Highland counter fraud services investigate worker

NHS Highland counter fraud services investigate worker

22 July 2024

It is believed the man was carrying out duties in Inverness under a false name.


Flight plans hit at Inverness Airport after ‘technical issues’

22 July 2024
Flight plans hit at Inverness Airport after ‘technical issues’

Flight plans hit at Inverness Airport after ‘technical issues’

22 July 2024

More than 10 flights have been impacted so far.


Belladrum superfan lets us in on the secrets for having the best time ever at the event

21 July 2024
Belladrum superfan lets us in on the secrets for having the best time ever at the event

Belladrum superfan lets us in on the secrets for having the best time ever at the event

21 July 2024

Bella is so special - it has something for everyone, says BBC journalist (and former Courier reporter) Imogen James.


‘I abhor offensive stereotypes’ - Deputy First Minister takes aim at The National’s front page

13 July 2024
‘I abhor offensive stereotypes’ - Deputy First Minister takes aim at The National’s front page

‘I abhor offensive stereotypes’ - Deputy First Minister takes aim at The National’s front page

13 July 2024

Highland SNP MSP Kate Forbes has contributed columns printed in The National.


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