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Concerns are being expressed about fire service cover

UNCERTAINTY surrounds plans for new fire stations in the Highlands which could be put on ice because the region's fire service needs cash so it can train its workforce.


The Staggies still on top - despite a rain-induced late call-off for their match against Morton THE race for the First Division title took a dramatic twist on Tuesday night as a late Ross County call-off allowed challengers Falkirk the opportunity to draw level at the top.
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Gordon Lennon ...death caused by electrocution THE off-roading accident on a Ross-shire estate which killed a footballer who was electrocuted when the vehicle hit an eletricity pole could have been avoided if the driver had slowed down and taken more care, according to a sheriff.
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Hails civic responsibility of Dingwall Academy pupils A NEW year resolution by pupils at Ross-shire's largest secondary has resulted in a "noticeable improvement", it has been claimed.
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Police are appealing for ongoing public support in tackling incidents of vandalism A 15-year-old boy has been brought to the attention of the Children's Reporter in connection with a spate of incidents of vandalism in an Easter Ross community.
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Major traffic disruption is expected during the resurfacing of Kessock Bridge A FERRY service and park and ride scheme will not be introduced to help ease the traffic gridlock expected during the £18million road works on Kessock Bridge which start next year.
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The Highland fire service has to find £4million to pay for extra firefighters and more training. THE criteria that are likely to be used to judge whether under threat Highland fire stations should remain open have been questioned by a former firefighter and trade union.
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