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'Incredible' Dingwall school staff and parents 'won't stop fighting' for their kids

06 December 2023
'Incredible' Dingwall school staff and parents 'won't stop fighting' for their kids

'Incredible' Dingwall school staff and parents 'won't stop fighting' for their kids

06 December 2023

Pupils told of their happiness at the school despite its poor condition which, in turn, has fuelled a long campaign for purpose-built facilities.


UPDATE: Elderly woman who triggered Easter Ross police alert is traced

06 December 2023
UPDATE: Elderly woman who triggered Easter Ross police alert is traced

UPDATE: Elderly woman who triggered Easter Ross police alert is traced

06 December 2023

An elderly woman seen walking through the streets of an Easter Ross town at 2.30am in her pyjamas has been traced.


'Gosh, look who just got good' – feelgood factor floods back as Staggies thump Steelmen

05 December 2023
'Gosh, look who just got good' – feelgood factor floods back as Staggies thump Steelmen

'Gosh, look who just got good' – feelgood factor floods back as Staggies thump Steelmen

05 December 2023

Ross County warmed the hearts of fans on a cold night in Dingwall.


'You are the unsung heroes who turn the ordinary into the extraordinary day in, day out'

05 December 2023
'You are the unsung heroes who turn the ordinary into the extraordinary day in, day out'

'You are the unsung heroes who turn the ordinary into the extraordinary day in, day out'

05 December 2023

The boss said: 'What made all the difference was the remarkable people who stood by us, and who have made Parklands the success it is'.


Ross-shire grotto set up for Santa stopover to gift boost to lifesavers

05 December 2023
Ross-shire grotto set up for Santa stopover to gift boost to lifesavers

Ross-shire grotto set up for Santa stopover to gift boost to lifesavers

05 December 2023

Santa's Lochalsh stopover has become an eagerly anticipated event in the local calendar – and it's well before Christmas Day...


15,000 bulbs, three days to put up and endless joy (just don't ask about the electricity bill!)

05 December 2023
15,000 bulbs, three days to put up and endless joy (just don't ask about the electricity bill!)

15,000 bulbs, three days to put up and endless joy (just don't ask about the electricity bill!)

05 December 2023

It takes up to four days to put up this Ross-shire display– but the joy it generates makes it all worthwhile for man behind it.


ICE WARNING: Treacherous conditions across Ross-shire trigger 'take care' alerts as schools hit

05 December 2023
ICE WARNING: Treacherous conditions across Ross-shire trigger 'take care' alerts as schools hit

ICE WARNING: Treacherous conditions across Ross-shire trigger 'take care' alerts as schools hit

05 December 2023

The head teacher of one of Ross-shire's largest schools is advising extreme caution due to "awful" roads and pavements.


Rag’n’Bone Man Highland gig confirmed – with tickets on sale this week

05 December 2023
Rag’n’Bone Man Highland gig confirmed – with tickets on sale this week

Rag’n’Bone Man Highland gig confirmed – with tickets on sale this week

05 December 2023

He was forced to pull his summer gig at the last minute due to a plane issue but pledged he would return – and that he's set to do one year later.


Star turn lined up for Celtic Christmas concert on Black Isle

05 December 2023
Star turn lined up for Celtic Christmas concert on Black Isle

Star turn lined up for Celtic Christmas concert on Black Isle

05 December 2023

An award-winning musician who has become a go-to collaborator for stars of folk, roots and Celtic is set to dazzle at a Black Isle concert.


Ross-shire hall break-in triggers public appeal from Highland police

04 December 2023
Ross-shire hall break-in triggers public appeal from Highland police

Ross-shire hall break-in triggers public appeal from Highland police

04 December 2023

There's a timeframe for the break-in which happened at the weekend.


£1.2m Ross-shire river restoration project aims to have widespread trickle down impact

04 December 2023
£1.2m Ross-shire river restoration project aims to have widespread trickle down impact

£1.2m Ross-shire river restoration project aims to have widespread trickle down impact

04 December 2023

An iconic Ross-shire river will be at the heart of a £1.2million restoration project aiming to revive its fortunes and that of its wildlife.


Historic Highland Gaelic choirs hook-up for special performances

04 December 2023
Historic Highland Gaelic choirs hook-up for special performances

Historic Highland Gaelic choirs hook-up for special performances

04 December 2023

The collaboration of two historic Highland Gaelic choirs is bearing fruit and will be showcased at a number of events in the coming weeks and months.


Do you agree 'blood sausage' black pudding deserves a national day (and who makes the best)?

04 December 2023
Do you agree 'blood sausage' black pudding deserves a national day (and who makes the best)?

Do you agree 'blood sausage' black pudding deserves a national day (and who makes the best)?

04 December 2023

The date for the quirky new day of recognition has been revealed. Does it merit it?


Have you bagged your tickets for Dingwall panto?

04 December 2023
Have you bagged your tickets for Dingwall panto?

Have you bagged your tickets for Dingwall panto?

04 December 2023

Costumes donated down the years have helped add sparkle to a wide variety of productions by Dingwall Players.


Lovat Estates digital mapping project focus of Cromarty History Society talk

03 December 2023
Lovat Estates digital mapping project focus of Cromarty History Society talk

Lovat Estates digital mapping project focus of Cromarty History Society talk

03 December 2023

Dr Roland Spencer-Jones, formerly a local GP, returned to give a talk entitled Map Making in the Scottish 18th century.


'And a lit crab in a creel tree' – Ullapool kicks off festive countdown in style

03 December 2023
'And a lit crab in a creel tree' – Ullapool kicks off festive countdown in style

'And a lit crab in a creel tree' – Ullapool kicks off festive countdown in style

03 December 2023

The lights switch on has become a local tradition, attracting visitors during what is a traditionally quieter time of the year for the tourist trade.


How to try and tap share of £30K from Highland care home operator marking a milestone

03 December 2023
How to try and tap share of £30K from Highland care home operator marking a milestone

How to try and tap share of £30K from Highland care home operator marking a milestone

03 December 2023

Applications are being invited in particular from areas the firm operates, or has operated, in – including Fortrose, Muir of Ord, Tain and Ullapool.


What a lot they got! Dingwall shoppers show they care

02 December 2023
What a lot they got! Dingwall shoppers show they care

What a lot they got! Dingwall shoppers show they care

02 December 2023

132 boxes filled to the brim of essential long life foods and cash donations on top.


LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Local need before cruise company profits

02 December 2023
LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Local need before cruise company profits

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR: Local need before cruise company profits

02 December 2023

'I am struck by the apparent assumption on all sides that all infrastructure in the Highlands is primarily for corporate profit at local's expense.'


Strath sharing larder call: 'Together we can help look out for one another'

02 December 2023
Strath sharing larder call: 'Together we can help look out for one another'

Strath sharing larder call: 'Together we can help look out for one another'

02 December 2023

A Strathpeffer store found at one of the spa village's most historic landmarks has become a donation point for the community's sharing larder.


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