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Education bosses report improvements at Highland primary schools

19 February 2023
Education bosses report improvements at Highland primary schools

Education bosses report improvements at Highland primary schools

19 February 2023

Members of Highland Council’s education committee offered thanks to primary schools across the region.


Mark Beaumont pushes the limits as he heads to the Highlands to talk North Coast 500 and more

17 February 2023
Mark Beaumont pushes the limits as he heads to the Highlands to talk North Coast 500 and more

Mark Beaumont pushes the limits as he heads to the Highlands to talk North Coast 500 and more

17 February 2023

John Davidson spoke to adventure cyclist and film-maker Mark Beaumont as he brings his Faster tour to Eden Court next week.


Ross-shire could be hit by 80mph winds from Storm Otto on Friday

16 February 2023
Ross-shire could be hit by 80mph winds from Storm Otto on Friday

Ross-shire could be hit by 80mph winds from Storm Otto on Friday

16 February 2023

Winds of up to 80mph have been predicted in the Highlands on Friday as Storm Otto is set to bring disruption to much of Scotland.


Did you know you can face a £40k fine or prison if your dog attacks farm animals?

12 February 2023
Did you know you can face a £40k fine or prison if your dog attacks farm animals?

Did you know you can face a £40k fine or prison if your dog attacks farm animals?

12 February 2023

Dog owners are being urged to ensure their pets are under control around livestock as the lambing season gets under way.


Mountain rescue legend 'Heavy' Whalley awarded with top mountain accolade

10 February 2023
Mountain rescue legend 'Heavy' Whalley awarded with top mountain accolade

Mountain rescue legend 'Heavy' Whalley awarded with top mountain accolade

10 February 2023

A lifelong mountain rescuer who spent three years with the Torridon and Kinlochewe mountain rescue team has won a prestigious mountain award.


Work is still needed to uphold Scotland's world-leading access rights

01 February 2023
Work is still needed to uphold Scotland's world-leading access rights

Work is still needed to uphold Scotland's world-leading access rights

01 February 2023

As Scotland marks 20 years of access laws under the Land Reform Act, John Davidson speaks to charities and politicians on the future of outdoor access


BOOKS: Walking guides to the northern Munros and Torridon, Fisherfield, Fannichs and An Teallach

31 January 2023
BOOKS: Walking guides to the northern Munros and Torridon, Fisherfield, Fannichs and An Teallach

BOOKS: Walking guides to the northern Munros and Torridon, Fisherfield, Fannichs and An Teallach

31 January 2023

John Davidson takes a look inside two new walking guides from outdoors publisher Cicerone


Call for trustees to help shape future of Hostelling Scotland

30 January 2023
Call for trustees to help shape future of Hostelling Scotland

Call for trustees to help shape future of Hostelling Scotland

30 January 2023

Enthusiastic people with a passion for adventure are being sought to help shape the future of hostelling in Scotland.


South Pole journey was 'extreme challenge' for Highland Army GP – even though she'd done it before

29 January 2023
South Pole journey was 'extreme challenge' for Highland Army GP – even though she'd done it before

South Pole journey was 'extreme challenge' for Highland Army GP – even though she'd done it before

29 January 2023

A British Army GP from the Highlands has reached the South Pole – for the second time.


Highland levelling-up bid to improve NC500 'snubbed'

19 January 2023
Highland levelling-up bid to improve NC500 'snubbed'

Highland levelling-up bid to improve NC500 'snubbed'

19 January 2023

Easter Ross MP Jamie Stone has hit out at the "illogical" decision not to invest in the Highlands as part of the UK government's levelling-up agenda.


Bikes on buses scheme to expand across Highlands

14 January 2023
Bikes on buses scheme to expand across Highlands

Bikes on buses scheme to expand across Highlands

14 January 2023

A pilot service operating into Caithness which let people carry bikes on buses is to be extended to other routes across the Highlands and Islands.


Man taken to hospital after crash closes A9 in Highlands

09 January 2023
Man taken to hospital after crash closes A9 in Highlands

Man taken to hospital after crash closes A9 in Highlands

09 January 2023

The A9 was closed in both directions near Aviemore due to an accident on Monday afternoon in which a man was injured.


NHS Highland: Most Scots are willing to offer a kidney to family member

28 December 2022
NHS Highland: Most Scots are willing to offer a kidney to family member

NHS Highland: Most Scots are willing to offer a kidney to family member

28 December 2022

NHS Highland is highlighting the vital role of living kidney donation after new research shows most people would be willing to help a loved one.


Derek Lewis appointed to lead transition of UHI colleges

21 December 2022
Derek Lewis appointed to lead transition of UHI colleges

Derek Lewis appointed to lead transition of UHI colleges

21 December 2022

A new chairman has been appointed to lead and implement the merger of UHI North Highland with its partner colleges.


How to find help with mental health and suicidal feelings this winter

16 December 2022
How to find help with mental health and suicidal feelings this winter

How to find help with mental health and suicidal feelings this winter

16 December 2022

People in the Highlands are being urged to speak out rather than suffer in silence this Christmas.


Mountain experts urge people to find reliable information on Scotland's winter hills

09 December 2022
Mountain experts urge people to find reliable information on Scotland's winter hills

Mountain experts urge people to find reliable information on Scotland's winter hills

09 December 2022

With the first signs of real winter weather, mountain safety organisations are urging people heading for the hills to "ThinkWINTER".


Jail sentence for former Highland egg farm boss welcomed after 'harrowing' case

03 December 2022
Jail sentence for former Highland egg farm boss welcomed after 'harrowing' case

Jail sentence for former Highland egg farm boss welcomed after 'harrowing' case

03 December 2022

A Ross councillor has welcomed the sentencing of two men over cruelty to animals which led to the deaths of more than 2000 hens at a Caithness farm.


PICTURES: Highland Cross hailed as four charities share in £268k pot

30 November 2022
PICTURES: Highland Cross hailed as four charities share in £268k pot

PICTURES: Highland Cross hailed as four charities share in £268k pot

30 November 2022

Charities underlined the difference an award from the Highland Cross will make to people across the north at a handover event in Inverness on Thursday


An Teallach repairs will kick-start paths project after £100k award

27 November 2022
An Teallach repairs will kick-start paths project after £100k award

An Teallach repairs will kick-start paths project after £100k award

27 November 2022

Repairs to footpaths on a popular Highland peak in Wester Ross will kick-start a campaign to benefit restoration and conservation in the mountains.


Charities receive Highland Cross funds as latest event brings total raised to £5.5 million

25 November 2022
Charities receive Highland Cross funds as latest event brings total raised to £5.5 million

Charities receive Highland Cross funds as latest event brings total raised to £5.5 million

25 November 2022

Charities across the region have been handed a significant cash boost thanks to the return of the Highland Cross.


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