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Niall Harkiss


Rural communities reporter

Niall Harkiss is our rural communities reporter, mostly covering stories for the Northern Times, Ross-shire Journal and Strathspey and Badenoch Herald titles. An experienced writer and publisher covering sport and community news, Niall joined the company in 2021.

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‘No wider threat to the public’ as man (42) is arrested after multiple assaults in Wick

19 May 2024
‘No wider threat to the public’ as man (42) is arrested after multiple assaults in Wick

‘No wider threat to the public’ as man (42) is arrested after multiple assaults in Wick

19 May 2024

A 42-year-old man was arrested in connection with two incidents of assault and robbery in Wick earlier today.


Mackay at the double with wins at Highland Open badminton championships

19 May 2024
Mackay at the double with wins at Highland Open badminton championships

Mackay at the double with wins at Highland Open badminton championships

19 May 2024

Caithness badminton hotshot Mark Mackay is continuing his preparation ahead of this summer’s European Senior Championships in Belgium.


Squad must show league defeat was ‘one-off’, says Wick Groats boss ahead of semi showdown with High Ormlie Hotspur

17 May 2024
Squad must show league defeat was ‘one-off’, says Wick Groats boss ahead of semi showdown with High Ormlie Hotspur

Squad must show league defeat was ‘one-off’, says Wick Groats boss ahead of semi showdown with High Ormlie Hotspur

17 May 2024

High Ormlie Hotspur will host Wick Groats in the semi-final of the Colin Macleod Memorial Cup on Saturday.


Pentland United boss calls for ‘fluency’ ahead of Colin Macleod Cup semi-final with Staxigoe

17 May 2024
Pentland United boss calls for ‘fluency’ ahead of Colin Macleod Cup semi-final with Staxigoe

Pentland United boss calls for ‘fluency’ ahead of Colin Macleod Cup semi-final with Staxigoe

17 May 2024

Pentland United and Staxigoe United meet in the semi-final of the Colin Macleod Cup tonight.


Construction of ‘state-of-the-art’ subsea cable factory at Nigg commences with groundbreaking ceremony

15 May 2024
Construction of ‘state-of-the-art’ subsea cable factory at Nigg commences with groundbreaking ceremony

Construction of ‘state-of-the-art’ subsea cable factory at Nigg commences with groundbreaking ceremony

15 May 2024

Construction of a new state-of-the-art subsea transmission cable factory in the Highlands commenced this morning.


PICTURES: Former Inverness Caley Thistle boss attends two-day kids coaching event in Thurso

15 May 2024
PICTURES: Former Inverness Caley Thistle boss attends two-day kids coaching event in Thurso

PICTURES: Former Inverness Caley Thistle boss attends two-day kids coaching event in Thurso

15 May 2024

Former ICT boss John Robertson was joined by ex-Hearts player Jose Quitongo for an “SPFL Legends Event”.


Second half turnaround ‘showed what we’re made of’, says High Ormlie co-manager

13 May 2024
Second half turnaround ‘showed what we’re made of’, says High Ormlie co-manager

Second half turnaround ‘showed what we’re made of’, says High Ormlie co-manager

13 May 2024

High Ormlie Hotspur co-manager Liam Sutherland lauded the character of his players after they came back to win 3-2.


Pentland United boss laments ‘poor decision making’ despite second half comeback

13 May 2024
Pentland United boss laments ‘poor decision making’ despite second half comeback

Pentland United boss laments ‘poor decision making’ despite second half comeback

13 May 2024

Pentland United co-manager Michael Gray reserved praise for his opposition number after his side were held for over an hour on Saturday.


Fond farewell to Highland League referee after final game between Wick Academy and Brora Rangers

13 May 2024
Fond farewell to Highland League referee after final game between Wick Academy and Brora Rangers

Fond farewell to Highland League referee after final game between Wick Academy and Brora Rangers

13 May 2024

Referee Billy Baxter blew his whistle for the final time in the league on Saturday, April 27.


Irish band that won Caithness music prize comes to Brora for special night of country music

27 April 2024
Irish band that won Caithness music prize comes to Brora for special night of country music

Irish band that won Caithness music prize comes to Brora for special night of country music

27 April 2024

The sounds of Irish country music will fill the air in east Sutherland next month with a special appearance from the award-winning Stephen Smyth Band.


Wick RNLI lifeboat called to assist round Britain rower in ‘difficult’ conditions

15 April 2024
Wick RNLI lifeboat called to assist round Britain rower in ‘difficult’ conditions

Wick RNLI lifeboat called to assist round Britain rower in ‘difficult’ conditions

15 April 2024

The Roy Barker II was launched at 7:15pm on Sunday April 14.


Met Office warns of fresh disruption to travel with yellow alert for snow and rain

24 March 2024
Met Office warns of fresh disruption to travel with yellow alert for snow and rain

Met Office warns of fresh disruption to travel with yellow alert for snow and rain

24 March 2024

The yellow weather warning comes into effect on Tuesday.


Highland Heroes win for 'Green Hero' striving to make Inverness streets safer for cyclists

17 March 2024
Highland Heroes win for 'Green Hero' striving to make Inverness streets safer for cyclists

Highland Heroes win for 'Green Hero' striving to make Inverness streets safer for cyclists

17 March 2024

Emily Williams said winning the award was a 'lovely surprise'.


IT expert from Thurso warns of 'ever-changing' nature of cybersecurity threats in new book

01 March 2024
IT expert from Thurso warns of 'ever-changing' nature of cybersecurity threats in new book

IT expert from Thurso warns of 'ever-changing' nature of cybersecurity threats in new book

01 March 2024

Brian Mackay (54) explores the basics of cybersecurity in his new book, Cybersecurity Fundamentals Explained.


Thurso High School film recognised for 'inspiration' at FilmG Gaelic short film awards

25 February 2024
Thurso High School film recognised for 'inspiration' at FilmG Gaelic short film awards

Thurso High School film recognised for 'inspiration' at FilmG Gaelic short film awards

25 February 2024

Their film, "Ar Sealladh aig Àrd-sgoil Inbhir Theòrsa", explored the topic of Gaelic medium education.


'Exciting' exhibition to feature North Highland banner art celebrating women's right to vote

25 February 2024
'Exciting' exhibition to feature North Highland banner art celebrating women's right to vote

'Exciting' exhibition to feature North Highland banner art celebrating women's right to vote

25 February 2024

The Stalls Gallery at Eden Court Theatre, Inverness will host "Highland Women Making History".


Raigmore are 'first in Scotland' to employ new breast cancer treatment

13 February 2024
Raigmore are 'first in Scotland' to employ new breast cancer treatment

Raigmore are 'first in Scotland' to employ new breast cancer treatment

13 February 2024

The breast team at Raigmore Hospital were first to use the new Pintuition System.


Far North line reopens after earlier closure due to flooding at Muir of Ord

07 February 2024
Far North line reopens after earlier closure due to flooding at Muir of Ord

Far North line reopens after earlier closure due to flooding at Muir of Ord

07 February 2024

The line had been closed due to flooding.


Habitat restoration fund open for applications from organisations targeting declining salmon numbers

02 February 2024
Habitat restoration fund open for applications from organisations targeting declining salmon numbers

Habitat restoration fund open for applications from organisations targeting declining salmon numbers

02 February 2024

The Salmon Scotland wild fisheries fund will see £140,000 invested by Scotland's salmon farmers.


Met Office issue fresh Storm Isha amber alert warning of gusts up to 90mph from 6pm

21 January 2024
Met Office issue fresh Storm Isha amber alert warning of gusts up to 90mph from 6pm

Met Office issue fresh Storm Isha amber alert warning of gusts up to 90mph from 6pm

21 January 2024

The amber warning will remain in place until 6am on Monday.


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