Highland Archaeology Conference 2026 programme unveiled
Two-day event to showcase the latest discoveries, research and heritage projects from across the Highlands
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The Highland Council Appoints Richard Whetton as Chief Officer Business Solutions
The Highland Council is delighted to announce that Richard Whetton will be joining the organisation as Chief Officer Business Solutions.
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Statement: David Brown, Taxi Operator's Licence
The Highland Council has issued the following statement following the reporting of a recent decision of the Licensing Committee in respect of David Brown and a Taxi Operator's Licence.
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Biotoxins affecting Bivalve Shellfish in coastal waters in Loch Inchard, Loch Laxford and Loch Glencoul, Sutherland
The Council’s Environmental Health team have identified raised levels of naturally occurring bivalve shellfish biotoxins following routine monitoring at Loch Inchard, Loch Laxford and Loch Glencoul.
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Historic Sir Hector MacDonald Memorial Tower reopens to the public following restoration works
Following a highly anticipated official opening ceremony held today (Thursday 2 July 2026), the Sir Hector MacDonald Memorial Tower on Mitchell Hill, Dingwall has officially reopened to the public.
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Young people help shape Inverness-Highland capital of culture bid
Young people from across Highland came together at Eden Court in Inverness on Monday (29 June) to help shape the region’s ambitions for Beò - Inverness Highland City Of Culture Bid 2029.
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Lights, Camera… Bus Action! Inverness Pupils Film Etiquette Video
The Inverness Royal Academy Filmmaking Club recently visited the Highland Council Bus Depot as part of an exciting collaboration to create a short film focused on bus rules and etiquette.
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Views sought on Park and Ride options for longer-distance travel from Inverness
Could a Park and Ride at Inverness support longer-distance journeys?
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From Lockdown Hobby to Thriving Highland Business
What began as a way to stay creative during lockdown has grown into a successful and expanding business for Invergordon-based entrepreneur Emma Wood.
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Public invited to view plans for new Tornagrain primary school
Plans for a new primary school and early learning and childcare facility at Tornagrain will go on public display this week.
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New routes on Skye for boots and bikes
Two new traffic-free walking, wheeling and cycling routes have officially opened on Skye, giving communities and visitors safer, more accessible ways to get around.
