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Highland Orca Watch ends with mind-blowing sightings

08 June 2021
Highland Orca Watch ends with mind-blowing sightings

Highland Orca Watch ends with mind-blowing sightings

08 June 2021

PICTURES: Killer whale fans feared they would draw a blank during Orca Watch as thick fog descended – but something special was about to happen...


Luxury tourism destination in Highlands unveiled as UK’s top small business

30 May 2021
Luxury tourism destination in Highlands unveiled as UK’s top small business

Luxury tourism destination in Highlands unveiled as UK’s top small business

30 May 2021

A Highland estate which transformed from an arable farm into a luxury tourism destination has scooped a massive business accolade.


Councillors call for a share of renewable energy profits to be invested in Highland roads

13 May 2021
Councillors call for a share of renewable energy profits to be invested in Highland roads

Councillors call for a share of renewable energy profits to be invested in Highland roads

13 May 2021

Councillors are calling for some of the profits from renewable energy schemes in the Highlands to be set aside to help improve the region's roads.


Anja 'proud and excited' after being appointed to Highland youth convener role

12 May 2021
Anja 'proud and excited' after being appointed to Highland youth convener role

Anja 'proud and excited' after being appointed to Highland youth convener role

12 May 2021

Newly appointed Highland youth convener Anja Johnston says she will be looking to focus on mental health as part of the year-long role.


'You accept these things and you get on with it, because life is like that'

08 May 2021
'You accept these things and you get on with it, because life is like that'

'You accept these things and you get on with it, because life is like that'

08 May 2021

As he prepares to retire and move away for health reasons, solicitor Bruce de Wert says he will have fond memories of his many years in the north.


Highland charity worker 'shocked and disgusted' by dirty deed at historic castle

30 April 2021
Highland charity worker 'shocked and disgusted' by dirty deed at historic castle

Highland charity worker 'shocked and disgusted' by dirty deed at historic castle

30 April 2021

Charity worker Karen Haden-Homer was “shocked and disgusted” to find that someone had used a historic Highland castle as a makeshift toilet.


'The eeriness leaves you on the edge of your seat... and the landscape really plays a part'

16 April 2021
'The eeriness leaves you on the edge of your seat... and the landscape really plays a part'

'The eeriness leaves you on the edge of your seat... and the landscape really plays a part'

16 April 2021

WATCH: Actress Helen Mackay is excited about the UK video-on-demand release of Playhouse, a supernatural thriller set in her native north Highlands.


We need to go further on social and affordable homes, says Ross-based SNP candidate Maree Todd

30 March 2021
We need to go further on social and affordable homes, says Ross-based SNP candidate Maree Todd

We need to go further on social and affordable homes, says Ross-based SNP candidate Maree Todd

30 March 2021

SNP candidate Maree Todd has acknowledged Scotland’s leading status on social rented housing but says there is a 'need to go further' here.


'Across all aspects of society, women have an invaluable contribution to make'

27 March 2021
'Across all aspects of society, women have an invaluable contribution to make'

'Across all aspects of society, women have an invaluable contribution to make'

27 March 2021

Highlands and Islands Airports Limited says it has taken a significant step in its journey towards achieving a diverse board membership.


Police name victim of Highland motorcycle crash

17 March 2021
Police name victim of Highland motorcycle crash

Police name victim of Highland motorcycle crash

17 March 2021

The man who died following a motorcycle crash in the Far North at the weekend has been named as 30-year-old Marc Mackenzie.


Cheers! Delight for whisky industry over United States' pause on tariffs

06 March 2021
Cheers! Delight for whisky industry over United States' pause on tariffs

Cheers! Delight for whisky industry over United States' pause on tariffs

06 March 2021

The whisky industry is a significant sector in Ross-shire.


Music journalist with Easter Ross connection fulfils lifelong ambition with guide to essential albums

21 February 2021
Music journalist with Easter Ross connection fulfils lifelong ambition with guide to essential albums

Music journalist with Easter Ross connection fulfils lifelong ambition with guide to essential albums

21 February 2021

A music journalist who used to live in Easter Ross has fulfilled a lifelong ambition with a book about the albums he regards as essential listening.


Resurgent Celtic puts Ross County manager on high alert

18 February 2021
Resurgent Celtic puts Ross County manager on high alert

Resurgent Celtic puts Ross County manager on high alert

18 February 2021

Champions are heading to Dingwall.


Ross MSP says sticking to rules is 'a sacrifice worth making' as Covid-19 vaccine roll-out begins

12 December 2020
Ross MSP says sticking to rules is 'a sacrifice worth making' as Covid-19 vaccine roll-out begins

Ross MSP says sticking to rules is 'a sacrifice worth making' as Covid-19 vaccine roll-out begins

12 December 2020

Gail Ross has told her constituents that sticking to the rules will be "a sacrifice worth making" at Christmas as the Covid-19 vaccine is rolled out.


Knitter John's dazzling jumper is a winner on Kirstie Allsopp TV craft show

11 December 2020
Knitter John's dazzling jumper is a winner on Kirstie Allsopp TV craft show

Knitter John's dazzling jumper is a winner on Kirstie Allsopp TV craft show

11 December 2020

Thurso knitting tutor John Glen has been inundated with messages from well-wishers after his dazzling Christmas jumper proved to be a hit on TV.


Monumental achievement for Highland company whose 200-year story is set in stone

06 December 2020
Monumental achievement for Highland company whose 200-year story is set in stone

Monumental achievement for Highland company whose 200-year story is set in stone

06 December 2020

One of the oldest businesses in the Highlands is marking its 200th year – and its work can be seen across Ross-shire and beyond.


A9 closure due to accident

10 November 2020
A9 closure due to accident

A9 closure due to accident

10 November 2020

The A9 has been closed in both directions at Dunbeath by a road accident this morning.


Body of woman found in Highland town formally identified

04 November 2020
Body of woman found in Highland town formally identified

Body of woman found in Highland town formally identified

04 November 2020

The body of a woman found in Wick on Sunday has been formally identified, with police saying there are no suspicious circumstances.


North man accuses NHS Highland of 'patronising and unsatisfactory' response to coronavirus request

16 October 2020
North man accuses NHS Highland of 'patronising and unsatisfactory' response to coronavirus request

North man accuses NHS Highland of 'patronising and unsatisfactory' response to coronavirus request

16 October 2020

A north man who made a Freedom of Information request about Covid-19 numbers has described NHS Highland's reply as "patronising" and "unsatisfactory".


Face coverings become mandatory in workplace canteens

16 October 2020
Face coverings become mandatory in workplace canteens

Face coverings become mandatory in workplace canteens

16 October 2020

Face coverings are now mandatory in staff canteens, and the same rule will apply from the start of next week in other communal workplace areas.


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