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£36m Easter Ross biogas plant impacts ‘not significant’

13 December 2024
£36m Easter Ross biogas plant impacts ‘not significant’

£36m Easter Ross biogas plant impacts ‘not significant’

13 December 2024

Critics fear ‘a highly explosive plant adjacent to a small local distillery, a training airfield and industrial scale distilled spirit storage units’.


Is this perfect Christmas gift for Ross-shire attraction?

12 December 2024
Is this perfect Christmas gift for Ross-shire attraction?

Is this perfect Christmas gift for Ross-shire attraction?

12 December 2024

Huge amounts of seaweed, litter and other polluting items such as plastics, netting and polystyrene are regularly swept into this part of the garden.


Standing room only at Invergordon Academy’s magic Alice in Wonderland

11 December 2024
Standing room only at Invergordon Academy’s magic Alice in Wonderland

Standing room only at Invergordon Academy’s magic Alice in Wonderland

11 December 2024

Our reviewer, Frances McKie, was very impressed by what she saw.


Gairloch High physics whizz is tops in Scotland

11 December 2024
Gairloch High physics whizz is tops in Scotland

Gairloch High physics whizz is tops in Scotland

11 December 2024

The bright youngster also managed to win two bursaries and go straight into second year at uni.


UPDATE: Quay Street in Ullapool reopens following ‘concern for person’ incident

10 December 2024
UPDATE: Quay Street in Ullapool reopens following ‘concern for person’ incident

UPDATE: Quay Street in Ullapool reopens following ‘concern for person’ incident

10 December 2024

Police thanked drivers held up by the closure for their patience.


‘The most supportive and friendly course I have ever been on’

10 December 2024
‘The most supportive and friendly course I have ever been on’

‘The most supportive and friendly course I have ever been on’

10 December 2024

The programme equips participants with the skills to recognise, understand and respond to mental health challenges, including suicide risk.


‘This place is like an Aladdin’s Cave’

10 December 2024
‘This place is like an Aladdin’s Cave’

‘This place is like an Aladdin’s Cave’

10 December 2024

‘It’s a very important hub for the community and something we want to protect for future generations.’


Ross-shire special school gets inspector’s verdict after follow-up visit

10 December 2024
Ross-shire special school gets inspector’s verdict after follow-up visit

Ross-shire special school gets inspector’s verdict after follow-up visit

10 December 2024

The follow-up was prompted when a previous report said insufficient progress had been made in a number of areas.


Gritters deployed to sprawling Ross-shire ward after ‘cold snap’

10 December 2024
Gritters deployed to sprawling Ross-shire ward after ‘cold snap’

Gritters deployed to sprawling Ross-shire ward after ‘cold snap’

10 December 2024

The council maintains a fleet of 105 gritters, 42 pavement gritters and one snow-blower.


Dingwall music nights finale for 2024

09 December 2024
Dingwall music nights finale for 2024

Dingwall music nights finale for 2024

09 December 2024

A blend of youth and experience hit the spot at Dingwall Accordion and Fiddle Club’s last gathering of the year.


Ross-shire RNLI lifeboat crew launch to assist Santa

09 December 2024
Ross-shire RNLI lifeboat crew launch to assist Santa

Ross-shire RNLI lifeboat crew launch to assist Santa

09 December 2024

The crew must be ready for anything 24/7 every day of the year - but this was an unusual shout!


What have the Romans ever done for us?

08 December 2024
What have the Romans ever done for us?

What have the Romans ever done for us?

08 December 2024

What promises to be a fascinating insight will be followed by seasonal refreshments at the Black Isle venue.


‘Winter is coming’ (or is it already here)?

08 December 2024
‘Winter is coming’ (or is it already here)?

‘Winter is coming’ (or is it already here)?

08 December 2024

Which picture taken in Ross-shire would YOU like to share? Have a look at your camera roll and get in touch!


Ferry operator Calmac releases first summer 2025 timetables

08 December 2024
Ferry operator Calmac releases first summer 2025 timetables

Ferry operator Calmac releases first summer 2025 timetables

08 December 2024

The lifeline link between Ullapool and Stornoway is included in the first phase and will be available to book before Christmas.


Ross-shire site ‘can be preserved for generations’

08 December 2024
Ross-shire site ‘can be preserved for generations’

Ross-shire site ‘can be preserved for generations’

08 December 2024

A Ross-shire site can “be preserved for generations to come” following a successful community bid.


Ross County provides base for fun day for kids with special needs

07 December 2024
Ross County provides base for fun day for kids with special needs

Ross County provides base for fun day for kids with special needs

07 December 2024

Forever memories were made at a day of fun and games at the home of Ross County Football Club.


Jack and the Beanstalk at Eden Court rated as mega run begins

07 December 2024
Jack and the Beanstalk at Eden Court rated as mega run begins

Jack and the Beanstalk at Eden Court rated as mega run begins

07 December 2024

So, is the show worth seeing? Here’s our verdict. Let us know what you think.


Family’s dazzling 17,000-bulb Christmas display delights town

06 December 2024
Family’s dazzling 17,000-bulb Christmas display delights town

Family’s dazzling 17,000-bulb Christmas display delights town

06 December 2024

‘With even more lights than last year I'm avoiding looking at the Smart meter this month.’


£100k repairs shadow threatens future of heritage hub

06 December 2024
£100k repairs shadow threatens future of heritage hub

£100k repairs shadow threatens future of heritage hub

06 December 2024

The future of an Easter Ross hub that’s home to an irreplaceable treasure trove reflecting the area’s proud heritage is hanging in the balance.


How this Ross-shire woman’s life was changed by a dog

05 December 2024
How this Ross-shire woman’s life was changed by a dog

How this Ross-shire woman’s life was changed by a dog

05 December 2024

‘April was with me during every lecture, and it was amazing to be able to graduate with her as I feel she has earned the degree as much as I have.’


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