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After the snow - a Yellow warning for strong winds on Sunday

18 January 2024
After the snow - a Yellow warning for strong winds on Sunday

After the snow - a Yellow warning for strong winds on Sunday

18 January 2024

This weekend will see a change in weather as strong winds follow on from the recent snow across the north.


Met Office: Yellow warning for snow and ice across the north

28 November 2023
Met Office: Yellow warning for snow and ice across the north

Met Office: Yellow warning for snow and ice across the north

28 November 2023

Snow will begin to accumulate overnight on Tuesday especially away from windward coasts, with 1-3cm possible.


Breaking: UNISON announces school strike dates

07 September 2023
Breaking: UNISON announces school strike dates

Breaking: UNISON announces school strike dates

07 September 2023

UNISON, Scotland’s largest local government union says members will take part in the action over three days from Tuesday September 26 to Thursday 28.


Black Isle remains in Significant Water Scarcity for a second week

07 July 2023
Black Isle remains in Significant Water Scarcity for a second week

Black Isle remains in Significant Water Scarcity for a second week

07 July 2023

The Black Isle remains in Significant Scarcity for a second week, and the Forth area also rises to Moderate Scarcity in the latest SEPA report.


Farming Union warns of disappearance of chicken from retail shelves

11 June 2023
Farming Union warns of disappearance of chicken from retail shelves

Farming Union warns of disappearance of chicken from retail shelves

11 June 2023

The severe lack of profitability in producing chicken has seen a sharp reduction in the number of birds being reared in the UK.


Warning that Auction Marts should be categorised as critical rural businesses

14 May 2023
Warning that Auction Marts should be categorised as critical rural businesses

Warning that Auction Marts should be categorised as critical rural businesses

14 May 2023

Executive Director of The Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland, Neil Wilson gives his commentary on the current national situation.


EXPLAINED: Lyme disease – why it’s on the rise and how to stay safe this spring

22 April 2023
EXPLAINED: Lyme disease – why it’s on the rise and how to stay safe this spring

EXPLAINED: Lyme disease – why it’s on the rise and how to stay safe this spring

22 April 2023

Infected ticks can be found in every county of the UK, but some areas are known to pose a higher risk including the Scottish Highlands.


Integrated Trees Network seeks out new host farmers and crofters

02 April 2023
Integrated Trees Network seeks out new host farmers and crofters

Integrated Trees Network seeks out new host farmers and crofters

02 April 2023

Led by the host farmers and crofters, on site events on tree integration are backed with support from the Scottish Government and Scottish Forestry.


Strike Action: An open letter to learners from the Education Secretary

22 February 2023
Strike Action: An open letter to learners from the Education Secretary

Strike Action: An open letter to learners from the Education Secretary

22 February 2023

Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills Shirley-Anne Somerville has outlined support for pupils during industrial action in an open letter.


Rylan reveals bruised collarbones and face after first day of Red Nose challenge

09 February 2023
Rylan reveals bruised collarbones and face after first day of Red Nose challenge

Rylan reveals bruised collarbones and face after first day of Red Nose challenge

09 February 2023

Star says 'it's been a bit of nightmare so far' after sleepless first night in Cairngorms


WATCH: Emma, Oti and Rylan’s Red Nose Day Cairngorm challenge heads off from Braemar

08 February 2023
WATCH: Emma, Oti and Rylan’s Red Nose Day Cairngorm challenge heads off from Braemar

WATCH: Emma, Oti and Rylan’s Red Nose Day Cairngorm challenge heads off from Braemar

08 February 2023

TV celebrities are waved off on their three day trek to gale swept Cairn Gorm


Bishops’ Conference of Scotland pays tribute to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

31 December 2022
Bishops’ Conference of Scotland pays tribute to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

Bishops’ Conference of Scotland pays tribute to Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

31 December 2022

The death has been announced of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI aged 95, the second pope to visit Scotland.


Whisky and wrinkles inspire success for Gray’s School of Art textiles students

27 November 2022
Whisky and wrinkles inspire success for Gray’s School of Art textiles students

Whisky and wrinkles inspire success for Gray’s School of Art textiles students

27 November 2022

Talented students drew inspiration from a variety of sources to claim success at an awards ceremony at the North-East Aberdeen Weaver Incorporation.


QUIZ: Take part in our quiz and test your knowledge on Robert Burns

25 January 2022
QUIZ: Take part in our quiz and test your knowledge on Robert Burns

QUIZ: Take part in our quiz and test your knowledge on Robert Burns

25 January 2022

With events across Scotland going virtual, many for the first time, people are coming together in their own way to celebrate Burns Night at home.


Greetings from Scotland documentary looks at the history of tourism in the Highlands

30 March 2021
Greetings from Scotland documentary looks at the history of tourism in the Highlands

Greetings from Scotland documentary looks at the history of tourism in the Highlands

30 March 2021

The first of two episodes looks at the history of the Scottish Tourist Board and the early days' ups and downs.


Quiz: How much do you know about 'Mothers' ?

14 March 2021
Quiz: How much do you know about 'Mothers' ?

Quiz: How much do you know about 'Mothers' ?

14 March 2021

To celebrate Mother's Day, why not try our quiz to test your knowledge of all things maternal


Quiz: How much do you know about Robert Burns?

25 January 2021
Quiz: How much do you know about Robert Burns?

Quiz: How much do you know about Robert Burns?

25 January 2021

Our quiz will test your knowledge of Scotland's National Bard - take part now.


Springwatch return reconnects us to nature at remarkable time

02 May 2020
Springwatch return reconnects us to nature at remarkable time

Springwatch return reconnects us to nature at remarkable time

02 May 2020

A special series of live programmes aim to keep the UK connected to native wildlife.


Scotland’s largest two-day agricultural show cancelled due to coronavirus

12 April 2020
Scotland’s largest two-day agricultural show cancelled due to coronavirus

Scotland’s largest two-day agricultural show cancelled due to coronavirus

12 April 2020

The decision to cancel the show was made following a digital vote by Turriff District Agricultural Association committee members.


Second case of coronavirus detected in Grampian

05 March 2020
Second case of coronavirus detected in Grampian

Second case of coronavirus detected in Grampian

05 March 2020

Chief Medical Officer for Scotland Dr Catherine Calderwood has confirmed a further three patients in Scotland have tested positive for COVID-19.


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