NEWS

Concern growing for man last seen in Aviemore

Police are continuing to ask the media and the public for help to trace a missing Glasgow man as they become increasingly concerned for his well-being.

Highland businesses seek budget answers

Reaction to today’s budget was swift from the Highlands and Islands branch of the Federation of Small Businesses.

Highlands small business react to budget

Reaction to Wednesday’s budget (July 8) was swift from the Highlands & Islands branch of the Federation of Small Businesses.

Inverness charity celebrates tourism award

A voluntary organisation that supports children and their families coping with life-shortening conditions has been selected as the charity beneficiary…

Invite to dip into Aviemore lochan

Highland Council Countryside Rangers are inviting families to join in the fun tomorrow (Wednesday) at Loch Vaa just north of Aviemore.

Concern grows for missing couple

Police are renewing their appeal for information in a bid to trace a missing man and woman who were last seen in the Loch Earn area of Stirlingshire.

No year of grace for Highland volunteers

A bid to give voluntary organisations receiving council grants at least one year’s notice of funding cuts has been defeated.

First Minister urged to give Highlands 'fair' funding deal for NHS

Scotland's First Minister is being urged to intervene in a wrangle over fair funding for NHS Highland.

Pledge to review Inverness city centre parking charges

Inverness’ new political leader has promised an urgent rethink on city centre car parking charges.

Highland cyclists urged to tackle 'Tour de France'

This Saturday marks the start of the 102nd edition of the Tour de France with a short time trial in Utrecht marking the Grand Depart.

Grantown chippy owed £32,000 tax

A Grantown chip shop owner was ordered to carry out 300 hours of unpaid community work after admitting failing to pay over £34,102.92 of VAT.

Measures announced to tackle radon levels in Carrbridge and Newtonmore schools

Measures to reduce the levels of a potentially harmful gas in two strath schools have been announced.

Highland MSP backs measures to improve safety of young drivers

A Highlands and Islands MSP has backed several innovative measures he believes will make driving safer for young people.

Look after your local postie!

A campaign to reduce the number of dog attacks in Scotland has been launched.

Highland MSP asks constituents to give evidence on EU

A Highlands and Islands MSP is urging constituents and businesses in the region to give their views on the proposed referendum on the UK’s membership…

Highland MSP slams suggested closure of Inverness Disease Surveillance Centre

A Highland MSP is campaigning to prevent Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) from closing a facility he believes is vital to local crofters and farmers.

Dragonfly nymphs, newts and toads – educational trip to Strathspey loch

An educational trip at a strath loch is being hosted by Highland Council’s ranger service.

Newtonmore power lines coming down

Sunday (June 28) will now not see the lowering of the last set of power lines across the A9 and the Highland Main Line railway at Etteridge, Newtonmore.