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01/11/2026 02:00 AM

Can all that’s good about the old ways of life be recovered?

CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: John Dempster on Gaelic writer Angus Peter Campbell and what lessons can be drawn from his life and work.

01/11/2026 01:30 AM

Manager of Oil and Vinegar on first year in charge

Manager of city centre Oil and Vinegar shop reflects on a year since move

01/11/2026 03:27 AM

Motorist led police on high-speed pursuit on the Black Isle

A man led police officers on a high-speed car chase, clocking up speeds of up to 80mph.

01/11/2026 01:30 AM

SHERIFF COURT ROUND-UP: Attempted murder and secret filming of naked teen among last month's court business

Here's our recap of some of the cases that made the headlines last month.

31/10/2026 01:30 PM

Restored Inverness Castle Esplanade to be ‘fitting’ setting for Armistice Day

The grounds of the newly-restored Inverness Castle will be the location for the culmination of this year’s Remembrance events in the Highland capital.

31/10/2026 01:00 PM

‘I’m learning that doing my best doesn’t mean doing everything’

Inverness mum Daisy McKenzie on the pressure to do better - and learning when enough is good enough.

31/10/2026 12:30 PM

Prestigious art award given to UHI Inverness lecturer

The artist’s unique use of gunpowder earned him the prestigious Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood award.

31/10/2026 12:00 PM

‘A children’s hospice closer to home would have been absolutely huge’

The Mason family, creators of Sophie’s Story, lay out the difference having more local services would have made as they cared for their daughter.

31/10/2026 11:24 AM

‘Low uptake’ of Empty Homes fund as thousands of properties sit empty

Highland Council’s Empty Homes Challenge Fund has only been awarded to one property.

31/10/2026 09:00 AM

Picture Detective: Do you recognise anyone in these latest mystery images?

Are you in our latest mystery photos from around the Highlands, or do you know anyone who is?

31/10/2026 08:00 AM

Adventurer and author Lise Wortley set to speak in Inverness

As part of the Inspiring People talks programme, Lise will share lessons on resilience and courage at Inverness Royal Academy.

31/10/2026 03:00 AM

Navigating the unique challenge of the OMM for the first time

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson battles the elements and the competition as he enters the Original Mountain Marathon for the first time

31/10/2026 02:30 AM

Man showed picture of his genitals to teenagers

A man showed a picture of his genitals to three teenagers while at a family farming event.

31/10/2026 02:00 AM

Pavilion extension to ‘boost village facilities’

A rural community looks set to extend its sports pavilion to provide additional sports and meeting facilities for the village.

31/10/2026 01:30 AM

INVERNESS SHERIFF COURT ROUND-UP: Rapist jailed for attack on sleeping woman and man driving under the influence disqualified from driving

It has been a busy week at Inverness Sheriff Court.

30/10/2026 02:00 PM

City Seen Flashback: Halloween special

Today we look at Halloween in years past

30/10/2026 01:15 PM

Street Scene by Inverness BID a roaring success

The event brought together a range of organisations to try and tackle antisocial behaviour.

30/10/2026 12:45 PM

Flight simulator to fly for seven days straight

The charity flight simulation will take off tomorrow and land a week later, with Ness Aviation involved to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

30/10/2026 12:43 PM

‘Delight’ after Loganair cabin crew accept eight per cent pay deal

A new pay had been put to members after talk of possible strike action.

30/10/2026 12:22 PM

Homelessness in the Highlands reaches three-year high

The number of people registering as homeless in the Highlands has reached a three-year high, a report shows.

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30/10/2026 08:48 AM

Chief Social Work Officer 2025/26 annual report

Members of The Highland Council have noted an Annual Report by the Chief Social Work Officer for 2025/26.

29/10/2026 12:26 PM

Council backs plans for a new Highland Growth Deal

Council backs plans for a new Highland Growth Deal

29/10/2026 07:37 AM

Council to seek views on how to balance £39.2m budget gap

Members of the public, community groups, the business sector and young people will be invited to share views on how The Highland Council balances its budget and plans spend over the next three years.

29/10/2026 06:30 AM

Council launches consultation on proposed change of use of Common Good land at Nairn Links Beach

The Highland Council has today 29 October 2026 launched a statutory Community Empowerment (Scotland) Act 2015 consultation.

29/10/2026 05:31 AM

Highland Council Visitor Levy Consultation In-person Events Announced

Highland Council Visitor Levy Consultation In-person Events Announced

27/10/2026 07:07 AM

Countdown begins to Inverness Bonfire and Fireworks Display

The Inverness Events and Festivals Working Group is delighted to confirm that Highland Council's free Civic Bonfire and Fireworks Display will take place at Bught Park on Thursday 5 November 2026.

27/10/2026 05:40 AM

Comhairle na Gàidhealtachd gus An t-Eilean Sgitheanach agus Ratharsair Ainmeachadh mar Sgìre Cànain Shònraichte airson na Gàidhlig

Highland Council is working to designate Skye and Raasay as its very first Area of Linguistic Significance (ALS) for Gaelic.

26/10/2026 12:38 PM

Council urges landowners to check for wind damaged trees and drainage issues.

Following the high winds forecast and experienced due to Storm Boelo, The Highland Council is encouraging landowners to check trees and vegetation near to public roads which may have been damaged.

23/10/2026 11:29 AM

Police travel advice issued after amber warning for wind as Storm Boelo set to arrive

Police travel advice has been issued following an amber weather warning for high winds across the majority of Scotland.

23/10/2026 11:02 AM

Communities advised to stay safe and prepare for potential impacts of Storm Boelo

The Met Office has issued an Amber weather warning (Saturday 24 October and Sunday 25 October), which may affect exposed coastal areas; initially western Scotland spreading eastwards through Sunday.

23/10/2026 10:24 AM

Amber wind warning

Storm Boelo is expected to bring travel disruption as strong winds and heavy rain sweep into Scotland this weekend

23/10/2026 08:32 AM

Maid of Glencoul to enter service during MV Corran Annual Refit

Maid of Glencoul to enter service during MV Corran Annual Refit

22/10/2026 11:45 AM

Trading Standards warns of Council Tax refund scam emails

The Highland Council has received reports from customers who have been sent emails containing links to claim an alleged Council Tax refund.

John OGroat News

01/11/2026 03:00 AM

Author of novel set on Stroma to give talks in John O’Groats and Lybster

Scottish author Elaine Thomson will feature in the final events of the year for John O’Groats Book Festival at John O’Groats Mill and Waterlines.

31/10/2026 02:00 PM

Fresh landslip on path raises concern for houses

Renewed fears have been sparked about the stability of a coastal pathway between Thurso and Scrabster.

31/10/2026 12:00 PM

Nuclear material theft from Dounreay was scenario for emergency response exercise on A9

The attempted theft of nuclear material in Caithness was the background to a simulated exercise to test the response of emergency services.

31/10/2026 11:00 AM

A ‘royal stitch-up’ around Mey, quiz result for charity, thousands raised at coffee morning

Letters to the editor of the John O’Groat Journal

31/10/2026 09:00 AM

Daring robbery in Wick, New firms for Caithness and Setback for CCTV plan

LOOKING BACK: News from the John O’Groat Journal of yesteryear

31/10/2026 08:00 AM

Halkirk Primary School awarded gold UNICEF award

Halkirk Primary School has earned a gold award by UNICEF UK’s Rights Respecting School programme.

31/10/2026 07:00 AM

An e-bike eases the climb through the Lake District

OUT AND ABOUT WITH RALPH: Wet, wild and windy – a week of forest trails, narrow climbs and emerging summits exploring the Lake District on two wheels

31/10/2026 05:00 AM

Will economic hit of so-called visitor levy in Highlands outweigh benefits of investment?

Concerns remain over accommodation tax as Trudy Morris, chief executive of North Highland Chamber of Commerce, calls for evidence to be sought

30/10/2026 03:00 PM

‘There were some tears’: Storm storytelling and music show is ‘a love letter to Wick’

Colin MacDonald and Gordon Gunn spoke of the “moving atmosphere” and the emotional reaction of the audience after the opening night of Storm.

30/10/2026 12:54 PM

Kirkton Farm dog trials win for Matherson and Rinn

Ian Matherson and his dog Rinn won this year’s Melvich dog trials.

30/10/2026 12:35 PM

Homelessness in the Highlands reaches three-year high

The number of people registering as homeless in the Highlands has reached a three-year high, a report shows.

31/10/2026 03:58 AM

Treacherous order by Wick primary school pupils on spooky party day

Pupils and families went to great lengths with scary costumes on Friday, while Noss Community Council laid on snacks to fit the Halloween theme.

30/10/2026 09:04 AM

Key council decisions delayed as councillors run out of time at 7-HOUR meeting

A number of key council decisions have been pushed back until next week.

30/10/2026 08:00 AM

Spittal man pleads guilty to web browser breach

A man breached an order imposed by Ipswich Crown Court by installing internet software DuckDuckGo on his devices.

30/10/2026 04:00 AM

Masterplan ‘can future-proof Wick harbour for up to a century’

Wick Harbour Authority is urging the public to attend community consultation events next week, and consultant Anne Byers has echoed those sentiments.

30/10/2026 02:00 AM

Lybster Primary School in turmoil as desks thrown and pupils evacuated to school gym

Lybster Primary School has been plunged into turmoil, with parents warning that daily classroom violence has left the school ‘out of control’.

29/10/2026 04:00 PM

Taste North 2026 is ‘a fantastic opportunity to celebrate north food and drink producers’

The Taste North food and drink festival returns this Sunday, showcasing some of the best local produce from across the north Highlands and beyond.

29/10/2026 03:00 PM

Far north leaders warn budget falls short for rural communities despite targeted relief

Politicians and business leaders in the far north have delivered a mixed verdict on the chancellor’s Budget.

29/10/2026 01:30 PM

‘Nothing I did that day was dangerous or reckless’ – Altnabreac train track couple claim they have no case to answer

A sheriff has dismissed a plea from a couple that they have “no case to answer” over two charges relating to an incident at Altnabreac.

29/10/2026 01:17 PM

Council holds potential Inverness headquarters move discussion in private despite opposition

The Inverness Courier revealed last week private papers detailing a proposal that could see the council move from Inverness’s Glenurquhart Road.