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Storm Darragh travel misery as snow gate closures and ScotRail cancellations hit north

07 December 2024
Storm Darragh travel misery as snow gate closures and ScotRail cancellations hit north

Storm Darragh travel misery as snow gate closures and ScotRail cancellations hit north

07 December 2024

Train services travelling back and forth between Inverness and Elgin are all suspended and snow gates have been closed on the A939 at Tomintoul.


A9 dualling milestone for 15-mile stretch south of Slochd

06 December 2024
A9 dualling milestone for 15-mile stretch south of Slochd

A9 dualling milestone for 15-mile stretch south of Slochd

06 December 2024

The longest stretch of road set to be dualled on the A9 in the Highlands has passed a key logistical hurdle.


Storm Darragh to bring up to 20cm of snow to the Highlands, warns Met Office

06 December 2024
Storm Darragh to bring up to 20cm of snow to the Highlands, warns Met Office

Storm Darragh to bring up to 20cm of snow to the Highlands, warns Met Office

06 December 2024

Snow disruption is likely to hit the Highlands when Storm Darragh arrives, the Met Office has warned after issuing a yellow alert for the region.


'You're all stars!' Highland Hospice praises 'wonderful' volunteers for the 'amazing work they do'

06 December 2024
'You're all stars!' Highland Hospice praises 'wonderful' volunteers for the 'amazing work they do'

'You're all stars!' Highland Hospice praises 'wonderful' volunteers for the 'amazing work they do'

06 December 2024

The hospice said it “simply could not run” without the wonderful army of volunteers who help make it such a force for good in the Highlands.


Highland mobile and broadband woes spark Holyrood petition

04 December 2024
Highland mobile and broadband woes spark Holyrood petition

Highland mobile and broadband woes spark Holyrood petition

04 December 2024

A petition demanding "better digital connectivity" for the Highlands and Islands has been launched by a political campaigner in the region.


Inflation busting rent rises of between 8 and 10% being considered by Highland Council

29 November 2024
Inflation busting rent rises of between 8 and 10% being considered by Highland Council

Inflation busting rent rises of between 8 and 10% being considered by Highland Council

29 November 2024

The council is seeking views over options to increase house rents by 8, 9 or 10 per cent - warning that the money raised is vital for maintenance.


Assisted Dying Bill: What is it and how are Highland MPs planning to vote?

28 November 2024
Assisted Dying Bill: What is it and how are Highland MPs planning to vote?

Assisted Dying Bill: What is it and how are Highland MPs planning to vote?

28 November 2024

The assisted dying bill is set to be debated by politicians in Westminster tomorrow (Friday).


Fire which gutted Aviemore caravan sparks police appeal

28 November 2024
Fire which gutted Aviemore caravan sparks police appeal

Fire which gutted Aviemore caravan sparks police appeal

28 November 2024

Witnesses are being sought after a fire in an unused caravan in Aviemore last night


Broken down freight train line blockage disrupting Highland Mainline services

28 November 2024
Broken down freight train line blockage disrupting Highland Mainline services

Broken down freight train line blockage disrupting Highland Mainline services

28 November 2024

A broken down freight train is causing delays and possible cancellations to trains on the Highland Mainline, ScotRail has warned.


Oil spill fumes behind railway chaos after signalling staff left feeling unwell

27 November 2024
Oil spill fumes behind railway chaos after signalling staff left feeling unwell

Oil spill fumes behind railway chaos after signalling staff left feeling unwell

27 November 2024

Widespread and ongoing train disruption was caused by a diesel leak that left signalling staff feeling ill from the fumes, it has emerged.


Chemical spill impacts trains in and out of Inverness

25 November 2024
Chemical spill impacts trains in and out of Inverness

Chemical spill impacts trains in and out of Inverness

25 November 2024

Train services heading in and out of Inverness were facing further disruption on Monday morning after an oil spill on Sunday.


A9 Tomatin to Moy dualling work preparation efforts set to prompt night-time disruption next month

21 November 2024
A9 Tomatin to Moy dualling work preparation efforts set to prompt night-time disruption next month

A9 Tomatin to Moy dualling work preparation efforts set to prompt night-time disruption next month

21 November 2024

Roadworks connected with the future dualling of the A9 south of Moy next year will cause disruption for night-time motorists next month.


Storm Bert to batter Highlands and sparks amber warning for snow in Cairngorms

21 November 2024
Storm Bert to batter Highlands and sparks amber warning for snow in Cairngorms

Storm Bert to batter Highlands and sparks amber warning for snow in Cairngorms

21 November 2024

Storm Bert’s predicted arrival this weekend has sparked an amber warning for snow in the Cairngorms, as well as gale and rain alerts.


Snow warning extended into Friday amid widespread travel disruption

21 November 2024
Snow warning extended into Friday amid widespread travel disruption

Snow warning extended into Friday amid widespread travel disruption

21 November 2024

An active snow and ice warning for the Highlands has been extended by another 24 hours amid widespread disruption in the region.


Heavy snow and rapid thaw to pose flooding risk this weekend

20 November 2024
Heavy snow and rapid thaw to pose flooding risk this weekend

Heavy snow and rapid thaw to pose flooding risk this weekend

20 November 2024

Heavy snow followed by a rapid thaw and rain could cause disruption to many parts of the Highland this weekend, the Met Office has warned.


Met Office snow warning extended by more than 24 hours

20 November 2024
Met Office snow warning extended by more than 24 hours

Met Office snow warning extended by more than 24 hours

20 November 2024

An active yellow weather warning for snow and ice has been extended into Thursday.


'Do this and you may not be insured': Police warn drivers over defrosting of unattended vehicles after spate of thefts

20 November 2024
'Do this and you may not be insured': Police warn drivers over defrosting of unattended vehicles after spate of thefts

'Do this and you may not be insured': Police warn drivers over defrosting of unattended vehicles after spate of thefts

20 November 2024

Thieves have stolen a number of cars after drivers left them unattended to defrost amid the ongoing cold snap, police have warned.


WATCH: Highland snow and ice warning comes into force

17 November 2024
WATCH: Highland snow and ice warning comes into force

WATCH: Highland snow and ice warning comes into force

17 November 2024

Temperatures are set to plummet overnight after a weather warning for snow and ice came into force across the northern Highlands.


At least £10,000 stolen from Highland resident in courier scam, police hunting thieves

16 November 2024
At least £10,000 stolen from Highland resident in courier scam, police hunting thieves

At least £10,000 stolen from Highland resident in courier scam, police hunting thieves

16 November 2024

A courier scam which conned an Inverness resident out of a five-figure sum of cash has led to a police warning to Highland residents to beware.


Top environmental award for High Life Highland in UK contest

16 November 2024
Top environmental award for High Life Highland in UK contest

Top environmental award for High Life Highland in UK contest

16 November 2024

High Life Highland’s green credentials have been honoured after it clinched a national award.


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