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Superbug ward reopens at Inverness hospital

Superbug ward reopens at Inverness hospital

A ward shut at the Highlands’ biggest hospital because of the outbreak of a superbug has now reopened. There have been no new cases of Clostridium…


Stag gets plastered

Stag gets plastered

From “The Strathspey and Badenoch Herald” of February 5, 1987 THERE is no more a stag-ger in the walk of the Monarch of the Glen thanks to the effort…


'Hotel for druggies' jibe at Badenoch and Strathspey toilets

'Hotel for druggies' jibe at Badenoch and Strathspey toilets

There are claims that three public toilets in Badenoch and Strathspey which will shortly be left unmanned will become "hotels for druggies and alcoholics". Highland…


Bid to ease traffic congestion during Kessock Bridge repairs

Bid to ease traffic congestion during Kessock Bridge repairs

Resurfacing work to extend the life of the Kessock Bridge will be carried out over two periods to allow the bridge to remain at full capacity during its…


Walker the polar bear battles pandas and penguins

Walker the polar bear battles pandas and penguins

Walker the polar bear is in embroiled in a big popularity battle with pandas and penguins. In the battle of the black and whites, things are heating…


Raigmore hospital latest on superbug outbreak

Raigmore hospital latest on superbug outbreak

Bosses at the Highland’s biggest and busiest hospital have given the lastest situation on the outbreak of Clostridium difficile. They have reported…


A year of celebration

A year of celebration

THIS year will be celebrated for many reasons. It will see the Queen reach her diamond jubilee – 60 years as head of state.


First bands named for RockNess 2012

First bands named for RockNess 2012

The first big names for this year’s Rockness Festival have just been announced. Confirmed to play on the shores of Loch Ness this summer are Mumford…


Aviemore businesses "praying for snow"

Aviemore businesses "praying for snow"

CairnGorm Mountain bosses are keeping "everything crossed" for more snow after a sluggish start to the season. The forecast is for the weather to get…


Search called off for missing Cairngorms climber

Search called off for missing Cairngorms climber

Police have said that the search for missing North Yorkshire man Grant Cunliffe has been stood down. A third day of searches has failed to find any…


Aviemore husky rally is a howling success again

Aviemore husky rally is a howling success again

Around 2,000 spectators descended on Glenmore Forest Park to enjoy the latest Arden Grange Aviemore Sled Dog Rally. Mushers from throughout the UK…


Strath public warned about police imposter scam

Strath public warned about police imposter scam

Police are urging the public to be vigilant following reports of an alleged advertising scam. Over the past few days Northern Constabulary have had…


Another delay for new £15M Tesco store in Aviemore

Another delay for new £15M Tesco store in Aviemore

Plans for a new £15 million-plus Tesco store in Aviemore, expected to create 150 jobs, have been hit by further delay. The retail giant has contacted…


Woman injured after being hit by car in Aviemore

Woman injured after being hit by car in Aviemore

A woman had to be treated in Raigmore Hospital in Inverness after being hit by a car in Aviemore yesterday afternoon. The woman, who has not been…


Deal struck to end ambulance rest break controversy

Deal struck to end ambulance rest break controversy

A radical change to working hours will ensure ambulance staff respond to emergency calls while on a break. The deal has finally be struck to resolve…


This children’s group deserves much better

This children’s group deserves much better

THE fantastic job carried out by the Aviemore Community Children’s Group can not be under-estimated by anyone – including Highland Council. For many…


Act like a statesman, Mr Salmond, you can borrow my badge if you like!

Act like a statesman, Mr Salmond, you can borrow my badge if you like!

WHEN the football pundits on Sky Sports joked about the former Celtic player Charlie Nicholas being late for the programme because he had been held up…


There’s a bit of witter in me yet

There’s a bit of witter in me yet

THOUGH some people believe it happened in 1996, it was actually this week that I finally ran out of things to say in this column. A busted flush, I…


Generous Lawrie keeps Stewart’s career on course with a cash boost

Generous Lawrie keeps Stewart’s career on course with a cash boost

TOP GOLFER Paul Lawrie’s good deed for this week is to invest a four-figure sum in the future of Grantown’s EuroPro Tour player Duncan Stewart. The…


New assistant at Seafield Park

New assistant at Seafield Park

JAGS BOSS Brian Ritchie has promoted coach Brian Grant to the role of assistant manager at the club following Rab Mulheron’s departure. Ritchie said:…


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