Inverness Courier

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 07:12:00 GMT
New Start for the Calman Trust as one Highland poverty charity rescues another
An Inverness-based social enterprise has come to the rescue of one of the Highlands’ longest-standing charities.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Politicians echo resident concerns over plans to double village population
The community has previously opposed the construction of 400 homes due to worries about local services being overrun.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 06:25:12 GMT
Famous Loch Ness mansion lands £98,000 award from energy giant
A historic Loch Ness mansion with a troubled past is to continue its dramatic rebirth with a £98,000 award from an energy giant.

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT
Hotel’s expansion plan approved
A hotel’s bid to more than double its capacity has been successful after planning officers approved the application.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 18:01:00 GMT
‘She was always thinking of others, right until the very end’ - Hospice colleagues prepare for epic challenge as tribute to dear friend
Today marks the three-year anniversary of Kirsteen Maclennan’s death.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT
New owner of Lauders Bar tells of pride at refurbishment following reopening
The new owner says the bar offering will diversify following changes in young people’s socialising habits.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:35:05 GMT
Houses planned for Christmas tree farm site
Moondrop has applied for planning permission in principle to build three house at the Maviston Christmas tree farm in Nairnshire.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:06:17 GMT
Paranormal author will tell why 'Everything You Think You Know About The Loch Ness Monster is Wrong' during Nessie tourist attraction talk
A renowned UK paranormal author is set to offer an intriguing alternative take on the centuries-old mystery of the Loch Ness Monster.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:59:48 GMT
PICTURES - Winners are crowned at South Highland Athletics Association School Championship
Pupils from 27 primary schools took part in the race.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:27:31 GMT
‘Is he dead yet?’ - Baseball bat thug tried to kill homeless man outside Tesco
‘It was me. I done it,’ confessed attacker whose victim is still in hospital months later.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:30:00 GMT
‘It feels as though the political elite have had a collective lobotomy…’: renewable energy policies
YOUR VIEWS: Readers on the stories that have been making the headlines

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:57:00 GMT
NOMINATE your community champions now!
Who are the true champions in your community? Nominate them now for the Highland Heroes 2027 community champion award

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 11:05:14 GMT
New fancy dress shop opening in city centre
A number of items such as spooky masks were noticed through the window.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:42:35 GMT
Highland chef reaches final of national competition
The Lovat Hotel senior chef de partie will compete in Masters of the Menu 2026.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:58:48 GMT
Blaze beside rail tracks halts morning ScotRail services between Inverness and Aberdeen
ScotRail is warning of likely disruption throughout the morning (Tuesday) after a blaze beside the tracks between Inverness and Aberdeen.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:06:32 GMT
Close to 10,000 Inverness and Nairn residents to be affected by brown bin garden waste shake-up
Brown bin garden waste collections are set to change for some Highland Council customers in Inverness and Nairn.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 08:52:46 GMT
Inverness bar to reopen almost a month after closing its doors
The pub had been closed for refurbishment and a change in ownership structure.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 17:35:13 GMT
Inverness flight disruption fears after Loganair cabin crews to be balloted on strike action
Unite members based in Inverness are among those set to be balloted on strike action over pay.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT
Highlands can benefit more from renewables and other big investment
A call has been made to create a sustainable development plan for the Highlands to ensure the benefits of major investment are felt across the area.

Tue, 06 Oct 2026 04:30:00 GMT
‘I'm so grateful that I'm here’: recovering addict praises Inverness detox service
A 21-year-old from Inverness says she is “extremely grateful” after spending eight weeks in rehab.

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