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Strong list of outdoor books helps to build success story

Strong list of outdoor books helps to build success story

Robert Davidson set up Sandstone Press in 2002 and he has since worked closely with a number of authors to produce successful books.
Customers from across Highlands find their way to bookstore

Customers from across Highlands find their way to bookstore

Customers travel from across the Highlands and Islands to buy books from the Inverness branch of Waterstones.
Man speeding with trailer was caught in Easter Ross trap

Man speeding with trailer was caught in Easter Ross trap

A driver was fined £400 and had his licence endorsed after failing to observe the speed restriction on his vehicle on a stretch of Easter Ross road.

Easter Ross business prepared for challenges of coronavirus

Easter Ross business prepared for challenges of coronavirus

Directors of an Alness fish firm believe it is ideally positioned to manage the economic risks posed by coronavirus.

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'I’m absolutely destroyed...it will take me at least a couple of weeks to recover'

'I’m absolutely destroyed...it will take me at least a couple of weeks to recover'

'I’m absolutely destroyed...it will take me at least a couple of weeks to recover'

A cyclist is already contemplating another North Coast 500 record-breaking attempt after enduring heroic failure in atrocious conditions last weekend.

Delight as Cromarty Harbour revamp effort pays off

Delight as Cromarty Harbour revamp effort pays off

Delight as Cromarty Harbour revamp effort pays off

The first phase in restoration of a historic Ross-shire harbour is nearing completion at a cost of more than £750,000.

Eight more coronavirus cases diagnosed in the NHS Highland area

Eight more coronavirus cases diagnosed in the NHS Highland area

Eight more coronavirus cases diagnosed in the NHS Highland area

The cumulative number of coronavirus cases across the Highlands has risen to 557, according to figures published today.

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'Our beautiful country is being used as a dumping ground'

'Our beautiful country is being used as a dumping ground'

A group of organisations is lobbying the Scottish Government over plans to tackle flytipping with a proposal for a long-term solution.
Highland fuel poverty issues prompts action call to UK Government

Highland fuel poverty issues prompts action call to UK Government

Highland Council is calling on the UK Government to help resolve the inequity of fuel poverty experienced in the region.
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SPORT

Vigurs free kick sees off Saints

Vigurs free kick sees off Saints

In a game where neither side played their best football, Iain Vigurs' free kick proved to be the difference between Ross County and St Johnstone.

LIVE: St Johnstone v Ross County

LIVE: St Johnstone v Ross County

LIVE: St Johnstone v Ross County

Sports reporter Andrew Henderson brings you live updates from Perth as Ross County visit St Johnstone in the Premiership.

Match preview: St Johnstone v Ross County

Match preview: St Johnstone v Ross County

Match preview: St Johnstone v Ross County

It may be too early in the season to class a game as must-win, but Ross County will be very keen to take all three points from St Johnstone today.

Campbell wins thriller to take ladies’ crown

Campbell wins thriller to take ladies’ crown

Campbell wins thriller to take ladies’ crown

Susan Campbell became Muir of Ord Golf Club’s ladies’ champion for the second time after a final hole thriller against Gayle Anderson.

Tulloch still sponsoring 2020 cup final

Tulloch still sponsoring 2020 cup final

Tulloch still sponsoring 2020 cup final

Although the Camanachd Cup final will not be played as scheduled tomorrow, sponsors Tulloch Homes are still supporting the game’s governing body.

Scorecard did not reflect flow of play

Scorecard did not reflect flow of play

Graeme Carney was happy with Ross County Cricket Club’s performance last week, despite losing to Northern Counties by eight wickets on home turf.

Forbes holds off Mackenzie charge

Forbes holds off Mackenzie charge

Kirkhill golfer John Forbes successfully defended his title at the Muir of Ord Golf Club Championship after defeating Nathan Mackenzie.

County’s win-win mentality endures

County’s win-win mentality endures

Jordan Tillson insists Ross County’s spirit and morale remains buoyant despite a poor points return on positive performances in recent matches.
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LIFESTYLE

Gaelic music, old and new

Gaelic music, old and new

ArtyNess: Liza Mulholland heads to Canna and looks back at a key figure in Gaelic song and culture

On the trail of others

On the trail of others

On the trail of others

John Davidson explores an off-road cycle from Inverness, taking in some easy forest trails and fun singletrack, thanks to a bit of copycat inspiration

How garden trends are changing post-lockdown

How garden trends are changing post-lockdown

How garden trends are changing post-lockdown

As working from home has become the norm for so many of us, our garden needs are set to change.

The Peak District pub with rooms – where you immediately feel like a local

The Peak District pub with rooms – where you immediately feel like a local

The Peak District pub with rooms – where you immediately feel like a local

It’s one of the UK’s most popular hiking spots. But the Duncombe Arms is proof you can still find calm corners to relax, says Sarah Marshall

Recipe of the week: Courgette and oregano pancakes

Recipe of the week: Courgette and oregano pancakes

Recipe of the week: Courgette and oregano pancakes

Grated courgette forms the base of these delicious crispy fried fritters, inspired by traditional Turkish mücver fritters.
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Gaelic music, old and new

Gaelic music, old and new

ArtyNess: Liza Mulholland heads to Canna and looks back at a key figure in Gaelic song and culture

Francine Toon partly brought up in Sutherland sets McIlvanney Prize winner in Moray Firth village

Francine Toon partly brought up in Sutherland sets McIlvanney Prize winner in Moray Firth village

Francine Toon partly brought up in Sutherland sets McIlvanney Prize winner in Moray Firth village

Aberdeen's Deborah Masson bags Bloody Scotland Debut Prize

Music festival goes digital with showcase of north-east talent

Music festival goes digital with showcase of north-east talent

Music festival goes digital with showcase of north-east talent

The True North Music Festival will be staged online from Friday, September 25 to Sunday 27.

Celtic rock group supports Maggie's Highland

Celtic rock group supports Maggie's Highland

Celtic rock group supports Maggie's Highland

Single covers KT hit

Inverness drama group The Florians go online live

Inverness drama group The Florians go online live

Inverness drama group The Florians go online live

Dates planned for October

Woodzstock team announces festival won't go ahead

Woodzstock team announces festival won't go ahead

Woodzstock team announces festival won't go ahead

Date set for return in 2021

John Bishop comes to Aberdeen with Right Here, Right Now tour

John Bishop comes to Aberdeen with Right Here, Right Now tour

John Bishop comes to Aberdeen with Right Here, Right Now tour

Tickets go on general sale on Friday for the show will will take place in February 2022.

Books provide a salve for an aching soul

Books provide a salve for an aching soul

Books provide a salve for an aching soul

ArtyNess: Barbara Henderson discovers a hidden gem among the trees as book publishers vie for shelf space
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Top 25 Days Out

The Highlanders' Museum
The Highlanders' Museum

John O'Groats Ferries
John O'Groats Ferries

NorthLink Ferries
NorthLink Ferries

Aviemore Kart Raceway
Aviemore Kart Raceway
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25 Great Places to Eat

Gille Brighde Café & Restaurant, Lower Diabaig
Gille Brighde Café & Restaurant, Lower Diabaig

Café Sia, Broadford
Café Sia, Broadford

OldByreSkye
OldByreSkye
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25 Great Places to Stay

The Arran Team
The Arran Team

Crown Hotel, Callander
Crown Hotel, Callander

Bracken Lodges, Loch Tay
Bracken Lodges, Loch Tay

Glen Clova Hotel & Luxury Lodges
Glen Clova Hotel & Luxury Lodges
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Everything Wedding

Coylumbridge Aviemore Hotel
Coylumbridge Aviemore Hotel

Fuze Ceremonies
Fuze Ceremonies

McCalls
McCalls

Humanist Association Scotland
Humanist Association Scotland
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Great Charities to Support

Erskine
Erskine

Adopt-A-Child UK
Adopt-A-Child UK

Prostate Scotland
Prostate Scotland

Mikeysline
Mikeysline
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Great Golf Courses

Tain Golf Club
Tain Golf Club

Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club
Fortrose & Rosemarkie Golf Club

Trump International Golf Links, Scotland
Trump International Golf Links, Scotland

Golspie Golf Club
Golspie Golf Club
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Top 10 Conference Venues

Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness
Kingsmills Hotel, Inverness

Horizon Scotland
Horizon Scotland

Macdonald Drumossie Hotel, Inverness
Macdonald Drumossie Hotel, Inverness

Glenmoriston Town House Hotel, Inverness
Glenmoriston Town House Hotel, Inverness
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Top 10 Distilleries

Pixel Spirits Distillery & Gin School
Pixel Spirits Distillery & Gin School

Badachro Distillery
Badachro Distillery

Glenmorangie Distillery
Glenmorangie Distillery

GlenDronach Distillery
GlenDronach Distillery
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Top 10 Mortgage Advisors

Peterkins
Peterkins

Your Move
Your Move

Carrington Mortgage UK
Carrington Mortgage UK

Campbell & McConnachie
Campbell & McConnachie
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