Highlands & Islands Press Ball & Media Awards

Mark Harcus of The Orcadian has been named Diageo Journalist of the Year at the annual Highlands and Islands Media Awards. Mark was the unanimous choice of the judges for his features and the quality of his reporting of news, sport, business and the environment. Mark’s prize is £500, whichRead More

Donald Wilson, who recently retired from the Highland News and Media Group after 51 years in journalism, has been awarded the Barron Trophy for lifetime achievement in the newspaper business. Donald (67), who lives in Nairn, will receive the trophy at the annual Highlands and Islands Press Ball and MediaRead More

Updated: Jan 19, 2023 Congratulations to those shortlisted in the annual Highlands and Islands Media Awards. The complete list of finalists are as follows: ​ Gaelic Writer of the Year: Aonghas Pàdraig Caimbeul, West Highland Free Press; Donald Pollock, BBC Photographer of the Year: Paul Campbell, Freelance, Inverness; Beth Taylor,Read More