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Police make Easter Covid travel plea

POLICE have urged people to stick to the new Covid restrictions this Easter – after the lockdown was eased slightly as of today.

Badger dies after two wildlife crime incidents

Badger dies after two wildlife crime incidents

A BADGER had to be put down after being caught in a snare and "suffering terribly", police have said after launching a hunt for those responsible.

Redundancies confirmed as production 'paused' at Easter Ross modular specialist Carbon Dynamic

Redundancies confirmed as production 'paused' at Easter Ross modular specialist Carbon Dynamic

Eight jobs have been lost at an Easter Ross building manufacturer following a 'pause in production' of its modular designs.

Family-run city butcher shop sold to Ross-shire firm as owner prepares to retire

Family-run city butcher shop sold to Ross-shire firm as owner prepares to retire

Duncan Fraser & Son has been bought by another Highland butcher – bringing an end to 110 years of family ownership – but staff will keep their jobs.

NHS, police and council chiefs in 'stay local' plea

NHS, police and council chiefs in 'stay local' plea

EASING Covid restrictions are not a licence to do what you like and you must follow the rules to protect yourself & others, the public has been urged.

Three new Covid infections detected

Three new Covid infections detected

NHS Highland has detected three new cases of Covid-19 in the past day.

War of words erupts as bitter strike threatens Easter rail misery

War of words erupts as bitter strike threatens Easter rail misery

RAIL passengers in the Highlands face further disruption this Easter weekend, after the RMT confirmed it will push ahead with its latest strike.

Lockdown easing sparks coast safety fears for RNLI

Lockdown easing sparks coast safety fears for RNLI

LIFESAVERS in Ross-shire are urging the public to stay safe if heading to the coast this Easter – amid fears over another surge in RNLI rescues.

Port's sponsorship secures further £10,000 for rugby club

Port's sponsorship secures further £10,000 for rugby club

A RUGBY club is aiming to increase school age and community participation in the sport after it received another five-figure sponsorship windfall.

Four new Covid-19 cases detected

Four new Covid-19 cases detected

ANOTHER four cases of the coronavirus have been registered across NHS Highland in the past day.

Overturned lorry sparks road closure

Overturned lorry sparks road closure

AN overturned gas lorry has sparked the closure of a Highland road.

Speed restrictions spark further rail delays on Highland routes

Speed restrictions spark further rail delays on Highland routes

DELAYS are causing further disruption on several Highland railway lines – after continued heavy rain sparked further speed restrictions.

Tyre damage sparks police appeal

Tyre damage sparks police appeal

POLICE have appealed for information after car tyres were damaged in Lochcarron.

Seven new Covid-19 cases recorded in region

Seven new Covid-19 cases recorded in region

ANOTHER seven Covid-19 infections have been detected across NHS Highland, the latest update from the Scottish Government has revealed.

Heavy rain sparks third day of rail misery

Heavy rain sparks third day of rail misery

RAIL passengers in the Highlands were facing a third day of disruption on Tuesday after sustained rainfall sparked further cancellations and delays.

Two fresh Covid cases recorded

Two fresh Covid cases recorded

ANOTHER two coronavirus infections were recorded across NHS Highland in the past day.

Heavy rain and flood warning extended into midweek

Heavy rain and flood warning extended into midweek

A WEATHER warning for torrential rain in part of the Highlands has been extended further into this week.

Urquhart Castle and Fort George reopening dates announced

Urquhart Castle and Fort George reopening dates announced

MAJOR historic tourist attractions in the Highlands and Moray will reopen to visitors late next month, it has been confirmed.

Post-lockdown visitor surge sparks new jobs to help Highlands cope

Post-lockdown visitor surge sparks new jobs to help Highlands cope

AN expected surge in visitor numbers have sparked the creation of 18 seasonal jobs to help the Highlands cope with the post-lockdown influx.

Heavy rain sparks train cancellations in Ross-shire

Heavy rain sparks train cancellations in Ross-shire