Ask the Doc: Low blood pressure – what does that mean?

A doctor answers some common questions.

Dingwall and Seaforth goes it alone as Highland Council agrees area committee revamp

A Highland Council area committee in Ross-shire is set to be split in two following a successful motion tabled at its latest meeting.

Bid to gauge interest in qigong class in Ross-shire community

Residents of a Ross-shire commuity are being invited to try qigong – and help keep a class running regularly.

Ross-shire through the Lens – your images in the frame

Every week we share a reader's photograph.

CORONAVIRUS STATS

New cases, rolling rate & case rate

HNM APP

TV chef reveals why Black Isle has the spuds you like!

THE humble tattie – and the Black Isle’s pivotal role in UK and world production – was showcased by the BBC’s Landward team this week.

Consequences of 'Highland whispers' revealed at unique Ullapool exhibition

The senses inspired a quirky exhibition which folk in a Wester Ross village can see in windows – and everyone else online.

'No boom here...yet', says major Ross-shire attraction amid signs of slow start to visitor season

Ross businesses keen on a swift post-Covid bounce have been dealt a blow amid signs that pent-up demand for holidays may be more lukewarm than hoped.

NATIONAL NEWS

Largest cruise ship built for UK arrives in Southampton

Iona has 17 passenger decks and capacity for 5,200 holidaymakers.

Thousands set to fly overseas as ban on foreign holidays is lifted

Travel firms have reported a surge in demand for trips to Portugal.

Wales to allow pints inside pubs for first time in five months

Buying an alcoholic drink inside a pub, bar or restaurant has not been allowed in since December 4

Three police injured and 20 arrested as Rangers fans celebrate in Glasgow

Thousands of Rangers fans took to the streets despite warnings against gathering due to the pandemic.

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SPORT

Spittal – Playing for a draw will set Ross County up to fail

Victory only thing on club's mind.

Super substitute hailed by Ross County manager

Birmingham City loan star hailed for impact against Hamilton Academical.

Only natural for future to be on minds of Ross County’s players

Careers on the line this Sunday.

Captain says fight to keep Ross County in the Premiership is not won yet

One game left to stay in the top flight.

Listen: Staggies on cusp of Premiership survival

Ross County's midweek win over Hamilton has left them needing just a point away at Motherwell to secure Premiership football for next season.

Caley Thistle to look for new head coach as Robertson is promoted — Robertson becomes sporting director.

Munlochy athlete is called up to the Scotland athletics squad — Trio will compete next weekend.

Staggies avoid automatic relegation — Goals from Blair Spittal and Charlie Lakin saw Ross County claim three points against Hamilton – ruling out any chance of them finishing bottom.

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LIFESTYLE

Recipe of the week: Halloumi, pomegranate and orange salad

Looking for a new salad recipe? The flavours of orange and pomegranate make a fresh and tasty halloumi salad and one that is perfect served as starter

Old meets the new at hi-tech book launch on Lewis

ARTYNESS: Barbara Henderson unveils her new title The Chessmen Thief after being allowed to fly to the Western Isles for the launch

WATCH: Open space and fine trails offer a brighter outlook

ACTIVE OUTDOORS: John Davidson enjoys the freedom of the trails when he joins Ian Stewart of Trail Running Scotland on a group run in the Cairngorms

Vet speak: 'Could a career in Highland veterinary nursing be right for you?'

Inverness vet Alison Laurie-Chalmers outlines the importance of the role of the veterinary nursing profession.

Recipe of the week: Flourless chocolate mousse cake

If you like chocolate, you’ll love this cake.

Read more lifestyle news

WHAT'S ON

Madness announce The Ladykillers Tour which heads to the north-east

The Nutty Boys are joined by Squeeze at the P&J Live on December 2.

Old meets the new at hi-tech book launch on Lewis

ARTYNESS: Barbara Henderson unveils her new title The Chessmen Thief after being allowed to fly to the Western Isles for the launch

Creative talents on display at Delgatie

An outdoor exhibition will showcase the work of creators from across Aberdeenshire.

Theatre’s accounts paint a positive picture

A SIGNIFICANT focus on fundraising has helped Eden Court generate more than £1.9 million of additional income last year.

Secrets of mystery Black Isle visitor set to be revealed

The secrets of a large ocean fish stranded on the Black Isle far from its home will be revealed during an online discussion today.

Local artists get Dingwall showcase – and you can quote us on that!

A Dingwall gallery has returned from the latest lockdown by continuing to champion creative people across the county and beyond.

Royal Deeside Motor Show set for a July return

Kincardine Castle is et to welcome back vehicle owners in one of the largest planned motor events this year .

Bob’s dream comes true at the Grampian Transport Museum

The long-held dream of Canadian ‘Street Rod’ creator the late Bob Lailey has finally come true in a new exhibition.

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Ask the Doc: Low blood pressure – what does that mean?

Dingwall and Seaforth goes it alone as Highland Council agrees area committee revamp

Bid to gauge interest in qigong class in Ross-shire community

Ross-shire through the Lens – your images in the frame

CORONAVIRUS STATS

HNM APP

TV chef reveals why Black Isle has the spuds you like!

TV chef reveals why Black Isle has the spuds you like!

Consequences of 'Highland whispers' revealed at unique Ullapool exhibition

Consequences of 'Highland whispers' revealed at unique Ullapool exhibition

'No boom here...yet', says major Ross-shire attraction amid signs of slow start to visitor season

'No boom here...yet', says major Ross-shire attraction amid signs of slow start to visitor season

MOST READ

Vintage tractor convoy across Ross hauls in boost for Maggie's Highland

Parents of St Clement's School pupils in Dingwall get briefing on possible new sites

NATIONAL NEWS

Largest cruise ship built for UK arrives in Southampton

Largest cruise ship built for UK arrives in Southampton

Thousands set to fly overseas as ban on foreign holidays is lifted

Thousands set to fly overseas as ban on foreign holidays is lifted

Wales to allow pints inside pubs for first time in five months

Wales to allow pints inside pubs for first time in five months

Three police injured and 20 arrested as Rangers fans celebrate in Glasgow

Three police injured and 20 arrested as Rangers fans celebrate in Glasgow

SPORT

Spittal – Playing for a draw will set Ross County up to fail

Super substitute hailed by Ross County manager

Super substitute hailed by Ross County manager

Only natural for future to be on minds of Ross County’s players

Only natural for future to be on minds of Ross County’s players

Captain says fight to keep Ross County in the Premiership is not won yet

Captain says fight to keep Ross County in the Premiership is not won yet

Listen: Staggies on cusp of Premiership survival

Listen: Staggies on cusp of Premiership survival

Caley Thistle to look for new head coach as Robertson is promoted

Munlochy athlete is called up to the Scotland athletics squad

Staggies avoid automatic relegation

LIFESTYLE

Recipe of the week: Halloumi, pomegranate and orange salad

Old meets the new at hi-tech book launch on Lewis

Old meets the new at hi-tech book launch on Lewis

WATCH: Open space and fine trails offer a brighter outlook

WATCH: Open space and fine trails offer a brighter outlook

Vet speak: 'Could a career in Highland veterinary nursing be right for you?'

Vet speak: 'Could a career in Highland veterinary nursing be right for you?'

Recipe of the week: Flourless chocolate mousse cake

Recipe of the week: Flourless chocolate mousse cake

WHAT'S ON

Madness announce The Ladykillers Tour which heads to the north-east

Old meets the new at hi-tech book launch on Lewis

Old meets the new at hi-tech book launch on Lewis

Creative talents on display at Delgatie

Creative talents on display at Delgatie

Theatre’s accounts paint a positive picture

Theatre’s accounts paint a positive picture

Secrets of mystery Black Isle visitor set to be revealed

Secrets of mystery Black Isle visitor set to be revealed

Local artists get Dingwall showcase – and you can quote us on that!

Local artists get Dingwall showcase – and you can quote us on that!

Royal Deeside Motor Show set for a July return

Royal Deeside Motor Show set for a July return

Bob’s dream comes true at the Grampian Transport Museum

Bob’s dream comes true at the Grampian Transport Museum

Top 25 Days Out

Loch Ness by Jacobite

Strathspey Railway

Pitlochry Dam Visitor Centre

Inveraray Jail

25 Great Places to Eat

Café Sia, Broadford

OldByreSkye

Gille Brighde Café & Restaurant, Lower Diabaig

25 Great Places to Stay

Bracken Lodges, Loch Tay

MacLeod House & Lodge

Evelix Pods Dornoch

Crown Hotel, Callander

Everything Wedding

Top Class

La-Di-Da Fashion