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Mountaineering experts announce winter safety lectures

Mountaineering experts announce winter safety lectures

As the days grow shorter, the Mountaineering Council of Scotland has announced a series of winter safety lectures around the country.


Police launch fresh Nairn banker Alistair Wilson murder appeal

Police launch fresh Nairn banker Alistair Wilson murder appeal

Police Scotland has today made a fresh appeal for information from the public in connection with the murder of Alistair Wilson in Nairn.


Capercaillie are doomed unless pine martens controlled claim

Capercaillie are doomed unless pine martens controlled claim

Scotland's gamekeepers have said they fear the iconic capercaillie is doomed unless conservationists advising government agencies get real to tackle pine…


Two injured in A9 road accident near Dalwhinnie

Two injured in A9 road accident near Dalwhinnie

Police have said that a man and a woman were injured in a road accident which closed the A9 for several hours yesterday (Thursday) afternoon.


Highland MP launches petition to save 999 room

Highland MP launches petition to save 999 room

Local Lib Dem MP Danny Alexander has called on the Scottish Government to halt plans to close the Fire and Rescue service control room in Inverness and…


"Moving to Kingussie saved my life"

"Moving to Kingussie saved my life"

A one-time drug abuser who was at death’s door just five months ago has said that moving to Badenoch has saved his life.


Highland charity hopes to make it a Merry Christmas

Highland charity hopes to make it a Merry Christmas

Scottish charity Blythswood Care has just launched its 21 Shoe Box Appeal.


Inverness airport loan repayments up in the air

Inverness airport loan repayments up in the air

A senior councillor has predicted a £1.1million loan to Inverness Airport Business Park (IABP) will not be paid back for some time.


Youngest ever Highland councillor quits ahead of court appearance

Youngest ever Highland councillor quits ahead of court appearance

The youngest ever Highland councillor – who is set to appear in court next month in connection with alleged election expenses fraud –…


Boom in Highlands in kittens and cats needing loving homes

Boom in Highlands in kittens and cats needing loving homes

The Scottish SPCA's Highlands and Islands Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre has been inundated with abandoned, unwanted and neglected cats and kittens…


Police warning after drugs are lost

Police warning after drugs are lost

Police Scotland are urging members of the public to exercise caution following the loss of a quantity of prescription drugs.


Lest they forget...

Lest they forget...

FOLLOWING last week's controversy, The Highland Council has agreed to consult with local communities to agree a programme of war memorial refurbishment…


Car plunge prompts "team effort" rescue

Car plunge prompts "team effort" rescue

EMERGENCY services rushed to the rescue after a car went into the River Ness at Inverness on Thursday morning (19th).


Scottish Tourism Minister buys castle - well, a small piece!

Scottish Tourism Minister buys castle - well, a small piece!

Strathspey MSP Fergus Ewing has just bought himself some real estate - and a real historical estate at that!


A9 upgrade will bring major economic benefits, new report

A9 upgrade will bring major economic benefits, new report

The lack of service areas on the A9 has been identified as one of the main issues in a new report on the benefits of linking all of Scotland’s cities…


Calls for tougher punishment for drivers who text at the wheel

Calls for tougher punishment for drivers who text at the wheel

Drivers convicted of causing death by dangerous driving should be given stronger and more consistent penalties, according to road safety charity the IAM.


Police make nationwide appeal to trace dead man's family and friends

Police make nationwide appeal to trace dead man's family and friends

Police officers investigating the discovery of a man’s body within premises at Aberdeen beach front have released an artist’s impression of…


Tourism minister launches new survey at Grantown holiday park

Tourism minister launches new survey at Grantown holiday park

Tourism Minister Fergus Ewing was at Grantown caravan park earlier today (Monday) to launch a survey measuring the economic benefits of holiday parks.


Duo quit opposition group in Highland Council

Duo quit opposition group in Highland Council

The political opposition to the coalition running Highland Council has been dealt a blow after two disgruntled members quit.


Another hard cold winter forecast for Highlands

Another hard cold winter forecast for Highlands

Skiers and boarders might be happy, but those who don’t like the snow should look away now.


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