Inverness Courier
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:42:00 GMTPolice warns of high risk of travel disruption after amber warning for snow is issued
Police Scotland issued a warning for a high risk of disruption to travel today after the Met Office extended the amber warning for heavy snow.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:39:52 GMTCare home ‘making progress’ but work still needed
A care home once threatened with closure over serious failings has continued to make improvements after scoring "adequate" in its latest inspection.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 08:16:44 GMTWEATHER UPDATE: Amber warning for snow extended as travel disruption continues
The Met Office announced that an amber weather warning for snow had been extended to today — with disruption to travel continuing across the area.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:00:00 GMTCategories unveiled for for first-ever world shortbread competition
The categories for the first-ever World Shortbread Championships to be held in Inverness have been revealed to mark National Shortbread Day
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:30:00 GMTDo you want to see lynx reintroduced to the Highlands?
The potential reintroduction of lynx to the region is under discussion.
Tue, 06 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMTLooming Scottish budget sparks Inverness business advocates call for permanent business rate discounts
They want for all retail, hospitality, and leisure as ‘Scotland must not become a materially more expensive place to operate’.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:27:28 GMTInverness Claire’s branch at risk amid chain’s collapse into administration
The Inverness branch of jewellery and piercing shop Claire’s could be in doubt, according to reports the chain has entered administration.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 20:06:10 GMTDramatic footage shows ‘scary’ car fire on Alness High Street
A business owner was left shocked after a “scary” car fire took hold opposite his restaurant on Alness High Street.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:00:00 GMTCharity outlet selling pre-loved furniture set to open in Nairn
Nairn’s High Street will soon welcome a new addition as a charity supporting people facing hardship has announced it will open its new shop in town.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:30:00 GMTEXCLUSIVE: Bill for abandoned plan to centralise air traffic control in the Highlands hits almost £10.5m – with £3.6m blown on New Century House
Highlands and Islands Airports’ total bill for the abandoned attempt to centralise air traffic control in Inverness has now hit almost £10.5 million.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 17:00:00 GMTRiverside restaurant reopening plans clear latest hurdle
A popular Inverness riverside restaurant is a step closer to reopening after another planning application related to the work was approved.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:30:00 GMTYoung adults with disabilities looking to date set to get the chance with new ‘nightclub party’ event
Young adults with disabilities who are looking to find a partner are set to get the opportunity to meet new people with a ‘nightclub party’.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:21:37 GMTDrug dealer spotted on CCTV at Ross County v Celtic clash
The appliance installer’s defence agent said: "It was extremely foolish behaviour which he regrets."
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:08:08 GMTPICTURES: Winter wonderland in the Highlands
Despite some disruption, there have been opportunities for some fab photos.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:37:53 GMTFamily need to raise £40k in a week to fund life-extending surgery for father of four
A family is hoping to raise £40,000 within a week to fund life-extending surgery.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:21:10 GMTMajor disruption on train lines continues as works proceed to clear tracks from heavy snow
Network Rail said efforts to clear rail tracks blocked by heavy snow are continuing, as three main lines connecting Inverness are currently closed.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:27:22 GMTHighland Conventions spark Scotland-wide movement as communities unite
Local communities are taking planning inquiry fight to powers that be
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 11:19:53 GMTHighland Council urge motorists to ‘consider road conditions’ before travelling as 5 local routes remain closed
Three routes in Sutherland remain closed with snow gates also closed near Carrbridge and Grantown.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 09:15:08 GMTPedestrian (44) seriously injured in A82 crash
A 44-year old pedestrian was seriously injured following a road crash on the A82 yesterday.
Mon, 05 Jan 2026 08:08:53 GMTHeavy snow leads to continued disruption on trains, buses and flights
Travel disruption is continuing to affect the Highlands and Moray as an amber weather warning for snow is set to last until later today.