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Two elderly people in wheelchairs wearing Santa hats with a young girl in a purple jumper and a small girl in front in a blue jacket. In the background a lady in a pink jacket. They are all singing.

Countdown to Christmas is on with debut performance of Bee the Change Choir

A brand new intergenerational choir stole the show at Nairn's Christmas lights switch on.

Dec 02, 2025
A man in a white jumper and blue jeans sits on a yellow seat in front of a collection of bags alongside him is a man sitting on a pink seat dressed as Spiderman.

New exhibition showcasing Scotland’s favourite hobbies opens in Inverness

An exhibition dedicated to our hobbies opens this weekend at Inverness Museum & Art Gallery.

Dec 01, 2025
Eight female basketball players with one holding the winners shield. All are wearing red tops, black shorts and red socks.

East Sutherland pupils ‘score high’ at basketball tournament

The East Sutherland primary schools basketball competition was a slam dunk success, with thrilling…

Nov 26, 2025
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Lochaber Leisure praises ‘star’ colleague

An inspiring member of the Lochaber Leisure Centre team has narrowly missed out on an award at the…

Nov 25, 2025
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Breaking down barriers with wheelchair basketball

Shining a light on one of High Life Highland's hardest working volunteers!

Nov 24, 2025
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Gold award recognises commitment to music at Bun-sgoil Ghàidhlig Phort Rìgh

Bun-sgoil Ghàidhlig Phort Rìgh celebrates special music award.

Nov 20, 2025
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Shortbread World Champs – the countdown is on!

Prestigious contest set to take place at Inverness Leisure next year.

Nov 20, 2025
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Active Schools cross country series kicks off at Invergordon

Active Schools launches its cross country series in Invergordon, with pupils competing…

Nov 18, 2025
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Ceannardan Òga a’ dalladh orra sa Ghàidhlig!

Tha buidheann de sgoilearan Gàidhealach air sealltainn gu bheil comasan ceannaird aca – sa…

Nov 17, 2025
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