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Niall Harkiss


Rural communities reporter

Niall Harkiss is our rural communities reporter, mostly covering stories for the Northern Times, Ross-shire Journal and Strathspey and Badenoch Herald titles. An experienced writer and publisher covering sport and community news, Niall joined the company in 2021.

Niall Harkiss

Filmmakers running wild across Highlands as ‘first ever’ 48-hour film project begins

20 July 2024
Filmmakers running wild across Highlands as ‘first ever’ 48-hour film project begins

Filmmakers running wild across Highlands as ‘first ever’ 48-hour film project begins

20 July 2024

The three-day project kicked off at Eden Court yesterday.


Inverness-based youth football club announce ‘feeder club’ deal with Strathspey Thistle

25 June 2024
Inverness-based youth football club announce ‘feeder club’ deal with Strathspey Thistle

Inverness-based youth football club announce ‘feeder club’ deal with Strathspey Thistle

25 June 2024

Balloan FC, which currently runs 15 teams for school years S1 to S6 will become a feeder to the Grantown-based side.


First People of The Spey: from Hunter Gatherer to Early Christian

18 June 2024
First People of The Spey: from Hunter Gatherer to Early Christian

First People of The Spey: from Hunter Gatherer to Early Christian

18 June 2024

Grantown Museum invites you to retrace the steps of the first people of the Spey.


First People of The Spey: from Hunter Gatherer to Early Christian

17 June 2024
First People of The Spey: from Hunter Gatherer to Early Christian

First People of The Spey: from Hunter Gatherer to Early Christian

17 June 2024

Grantown Museum invites you to retrace the steps of the first people of the Spey.


PICTURES: Loch Ness Classic Car Tour covers 160-mile route around the Highlands in aid of local charities

09 June 2024
PICTURES: Loch Ness Classic Car Tour covers 160-mile route around the Highlands in aid of local charities

PICTURES: Loch Ness Classic Car Tour covers 160-mile route around the Highlands in aid of local charities

09 June 2024

Occasional rain showers and ‘squally’ winds did not deter entrants in this year’s Loch Ness Classic Car Tour.


Transport secretary confirms three bids received for Tomatin to Moy A9 dualling contract

06 June 2024
Transport secretary confirms three bids received for Tomatin to Moy A9 dualling contract

Transport secretary confirms three bids received for Tomatin to Moy A9 dualling contract

06 June 2024

Cabinet secretary for transport, Fiona Hyslop MSP, confirmed three bids have been received for work on the six-mile stretch.


Engines at the ready for the return of the Loch Ness Classic Car Tour on Saturday

06 June 2024
Engines at the ready for the return of the Loch Ness Classic Car Tour on Saturday

Engines at the ready for the return of the Loch Ness Classic Car Tour on Saturday

06 June 2024

Vintage vehicles take to the Highlands this weekend for the return of the Loch Ness Classic Car Tour.


Transport officials warned senior ministers not to place ‘definitive date’ on dualling of A9, reports say

03 June 2024
Transport officials warned senior ministers not to place ‘definitive date’ on dualling of A9, reports say

Transport officials warned senior ministers not to place ‘definitive date’ on dualling of A9, reports say

03 June 2024

Reports say a Transport Scotland briefing in December 2022 warned a “definitive date” should not be placed on the project.


Sporting director says ‘future looks very bright’ for Strathspey Thistle as club restructuring continues

24 May 2024
Sporting director says ‘future looks very bright’ for Strathspey Thistle as club restructuring continues

Sporting director says ‘future looks very bright’ for Strathspey Thistle as club restructuring continues

24 May 2024

Changes at the Grantown club have seen the introduction of key strategic personnel, a new management team and 11 new players.


Former Nairn County manager Ronnie Sharp named as assistant at Strathspey Thistle

24 May 2024
Former Nairn County manager Ronnie Sharp named as assistant at Strathspey Thistle

Former Nairn County manager Ronnie Sharp named as assistant at Strathspey Thistle

24 May 2024

Ronnie Sharp joins the Grantown club after almost two years away from the Highland League


PICTURES: Alastair Campbell wows guests with piping display at Highlands business dinner

19 May 2024
PICTURES: Alastair Campbell wows guests with piping display at Highlands business dinner

PICTURES: Alastair Campbell wows guests with piping display at Highlands business dinner

19 May 2024

More 350 of the Highlands’ business leaders attended the event


Two men arrested in connection with attempted murder and robbery in Inverness

19 May 2024
Two men arrested in connection with attempted murder and robbery in Inverness

Two men arrested in connection with attempted murder and robbery in Inverness

19 May 2024

The incident took place in the area of Baron Taylor Street and Lombard Street yesterday.


Industrial action had ‘minimal impact’ on college operations, UHI Inverness say

23 April 2024
Industrial action had ‘minimal impact’ on college operations, UHI Inverness say

Industrial action had ‘minimal impact’ on college operations, UHI Inverness say

23 April 2024

UHI Inverness say they will continue to support the talks between the trade unions and College Employers Scotland.


Strathspey Thistle survive the drop after Lochee United’s disasterous week

23 April 2024
Strathspey Thistle survive the drop after Lochee United’s disasterous week

Strathspey Thistle survive the drop after Lochee United’s disasterous week

23 April 2024

Broughty Athletic claim title but are not eligible for promotion to Highland League


‘Battling’ North of Scotland schools squad set sights on national glory

28 March 2024
‘Battling’ North of Scotland schools squad set sights on national glory

‘Battling’ North of Scotland schools squad set sights on national glory

28 March 2024

A north schools’ under-15 select have reached the final of the Scottish Schools Cup.


Police Scotland renew appeal after further break-ins in Aviemore

25 March 2024
Police Scotland renew appeal after further break-ins in Aviemore

Police Scotland renew appeal after further break-ins in Aviemore

25 March 2024

Police Scotland are continuing to appeal for information following a further three break-ins in the Highlands.


Met Office warns of fresh disruption to travel with yellow alert for snow and rain

24 March 2024
Met Office warns of fresh disruption to travel with yellow alert for snow and rain

Met Office warns of fresh disruption to travel with yellow alert for snow and rain

24 March 2024

The yellow weather warning comes into effect on Tuesday.


Highland Heroes win for 'Green Hero' striving to make Inverness streets safer for cyclists

17 March 2024
Highland Heroes win for 'Green Hero' striving to make Inverness streets safer for cyclists

Highland Heroes win for 'Green Hero' striving to make Inverness streets safer for cyclists

17 March 2024

Emily Williams said winning the award was a 'lovely surprise'.


Strathspey Thistle boss brushes off Lochee United collapse and talk of Highland League safety

29 February 2024
Strathspey Thistle boss brushes off Lochee United collapse and talk of Highland League safety

Strathspey Thistle boss brushes off Lochee United collapse and talk of Highland League safety

29 February 2024

The result of a top of the table showdown in Dundee could mean safety for the Jags


EXPLAINER: Junior football in Dundee – and why strath football fans should care

28 February 2024
EXPLAINER: Junior football in Dundee – and why strath football fans should care

EXPLAINER: Junior football in Dundee – and why strath football fans should care

28 February 2024

Game being played tonight in East Region Midlands League of huge significance for Strathspey Thistle


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