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Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport appoints Alison Wilson as Managing Director

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Inverness and Cromarty Firth Green Freeport (ICFGF) has announced the appointment of Alison Wilson as its permanent Managing Director, following a period as Interim Managing Director during which the organisation has continued to build momentum across investment, partnership working and delivery. Since joining ICFGF as Investment and Development Manager in March last year, Alison has […]

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ILM Highland expands into Inverness with refurbished appliance service at Landmark Reuse Village

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Households across Inverness will soon have access to affordable household electrical appliances such as washing machines and cookers, as ILM Highland expands its services directly into the city for the first time. Launching at Scotland’s first purpose-built Training & Reuse Village, developed by New Start Highland, the move marks a significant step forward for the

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Ri Cruden and New Start Highland Introduce ‘Solar Powered’ Table Tennis

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Two local organisations have come together to bring solar powered table tennis to the Highlands, in a first for the region. Inverness-based renewable energy company Ri Cruden has created nine specially made table tennis tables out of solar panels, which have been kindly donated to leading local social enterprise, New Start Highland. The initiative represents

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New Start Highland Launches The Family Hub, A Life Skills Programme with Children’s Activities

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New Start Highland is working in partnership this spring with the Care and Learning Alliance (CALA) to launch a series of free work experience sessions, which come with added onsite play and support for children. From 27 April, every Monday from 9.30am – 2.30pm, parents can learn skills like woodwork, cooking and preparation for the

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Over £2 Million To Power Community Projects Across the North of Scotland

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Community organisations across the North of Scotland have received a funding boost of over £2 million, delivered through SSEN Transmission’s Regional Community Benefit Fund. A share of £2.37 million has been awarded to 14 projects that will help aid skills development, support the culture of the region, or help alleviate fuel poverty. Several Highlands-based projects

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New Start Highland's The Yard Cafe now open From L-R: Will Russell Chef, Igor Faggion Front of House, Paula Rodgers Front of House and Yvonne Naylor Cafe Manager. Photography by John Paul Photography.

New Start Highland Puts Purpose on the Menu at The Yard Café

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New Start Highland opens the doors to The Yard Café today at its Training and Reuse Village on Carsegate Road, Inverness.  The Café, a first for the leading reuse charity and social enterprise, serves its own blend of coffee from Inverness Coffee Roasting Company. It offers a selection of delicious cakes, made daily onsite, alongside

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PICTURE GALLERY: Relive the Magic of the Highland Business Awards 2025

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The Highland Business Awards 2025 brought together the region’s business community for a day of celebration, inspiration and recognition at the Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness. From the excitement of the winners being announced to the energy in the room as we applauded their achievements, it was a truly memorable occasion. Expertly hosted by Nicky Marr, the

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