Environment

Linda Ross captured this stunning field of sunflowers. What have you snapped in Ross-shire recently?

A FURIOUS councillor has slammed online claims after a row erupted in Easter Ross over plans for houses on land that was gifted to the community.

The Met Office has warned of potential disruption as strong winds are set to reach the Highlands today.

Calls for better signage were sparked after waters at popular Highland beaches were found to have broken pollution limits five times this summer.

She argues the 'Tories are turning their backs on a huge economic opportunity and the chance to rebuild our country.'

The peatlands of Caithness and Sutherland are slowly returning to their natural state, as Ralph takes a walk up Ben Griam Beg to get a better look

A UK waste disposal giant is apologising to the Highland public for weeks of chaos as 'glass mountains' continue to grow at overflowing bottle banks.

Hill walkers and others who access the mountains across the Highlands are being asked to check for deer stalking activity during a key period.

An Easter Ross community group is setting the scene for two events to celebrate local food.

New members are welcome and a varied new autumn/winter programme awaits.

A galaxy far, far away came a little closer to home today after the dramatic landscapes of Coigach and Assynt starred in Star Wars show Ahsoka.

The work of the trailblazing Black Isle archaeology project engaged the wider community and turned up some fascinating finds.

Making Space for Nature by Saranne Bish

Houses are vital, but so is community, and communities need spaces between houses.

THE controversial bid for a multimillion-pound drive-thru food outlet hub near North Kessock has been backed by a senior planner at Highland Council.

High demand for use of the site has prompted moves to add 25 further car parking spaces.

A major scenic attraction on the NC500 route is to have an electricity cable running alongside it - but all buried underground.

An in-depth report by Robin Pettigrew warns mass tourism is damaging the environment as well as upsetting locals.

Q&A with Peter Noble ahead of a Spectrum Centre performance this Thursday.

Bosses are concerned about the cost 'specialist mowers,' dealing with waste and 'unquantified additional costs.'