One of the perks of the job is getting to see your favourite bands and writing about them. I had… Read more A great blend of old and new
Month: Apr 2022
Adam goes down a bomb
This was one of those unexpected interviews that just came out of the blue on the night. I had watched… Read more Adam goes down a bomb
Mind-blowing sounds from the 80s
Review: Elvis Costello and the Imposters at Leeds University Union. This review almost did not happen. I had travelled from… Read more Mind-blowing sounds from the 80s
Clean-up of ‘cloots’ sparks fury
It is a tradition that dates back to the early Celtic times but but a mystery do-gooder/busy body (your choice)… Read more Clean-up of ‘cloots’ sparks fury
College axes Christmas!
It was a classic tip off from a disgruntled member of staff which was always going to have the headline… Read more College axes Christmas!
Brothel probe: police swoop
Some of the best stories come from tip offs and this was a classic example. A colleague was passing by… Read more Brothel probe: police swoop
Commemoration event at Culloden Battlefield
Today (Saturday, April 16, 2022) was the 276th anniversary of the battle of Culloden and it was the first time… Read more Commemoration event at Culloden Battlefield
Hopes on rise as bookings roll in
Hospitality and tourism chiefs ‘optimistic’ Tuesday’s splash in the Inverness Courier. Things are looking up for the hospitality industry after… Read more Hopes on rise as bookings roll in
Abuse victim: ‘I’m pleased, but it’s still not enough’
Sex offender jailed after original ruling challenged When I posted the original story earlier this week (please follow the link… Read more Abuse victim: ‘I’m pleased, but it’s still not enough’
99.9%: Protest grows as two councillors break rank ahead of vote for 50 councillor iPads like this one
I have admit I had a bit of fun with this one. It had been proposed that, as a money… Read more 99.9%: Protest grows as two councillors break rank ahead of vote for 50 councillor iPads like this one