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Ex-paratrooper walking UK coastline for Armed Forces charity has 'never felt so at home' in Sutherland

Ex-paratrooper walking UK coastline for Armed Forces charity has 'never felt so at home' in Sutherland

Ex-paratrooper walking UK coastline for Armed Forces charity has 'never felt so at home' in Sutherland

21 January 2024

Russell Chittenden began his journey six months ago.


'Damaging gusts and heavy rain' ahead as Storm Isha warning is raised to amber

'Damaging gusts and heavy rain' ahead as Storm Isha warning is raised to amber

'Damaging gusts and heavy rain' ahead as Storm Isha warning is raised to amber

20 January 2024

The public are being warned to prepare for a 12-hour spell of 'very strong, damaging winds'.


Detectorists aim to dig up charity boost with help of Highland landowners

Detectorists aim to dig up charity boost with help of Highland landowners

Detectorists aim to dig up charity boost with help of Highland landowners

20 January 2024

Highland landowners willing to help detectorists indulge their passion could also be handing a welcome boost to charity.


Public meeting to offer "last chance" to voice views on controversial SSEN electricity infrastructure plan near Beauly

Public meeting to offer "last chance" to voice views on controversial SSEN electricity infrastructure plan near Beauly

Public meeting to offer "last chance" to voice views on controversial SSEN electricity infrastructure plan near Beauly

19 January 2024

The public are being invited to a “last chance” meeting next week to consider controversial plans to upgrade electricity infrastructure near Beauly.


UPDATE: A9 almost cleared of stranded vehicles 'but likely to remain shut for hours yet', say police

UPDATE: A9 almost cleared of stranded vehicles 'but likely to remain shut for hours yet', say police

UPDATE: A9 almost cleared of stranded vehicles 'but likely to remain shut for hours yet', say police

18 January 2024

The force has also advised against travelling between south Highland and north Highland as many key routes remain blocked by drifting snow.


PICTURES: Snowy fun for all ages despite Highland transport chaos

PICTURES: Snowy fun for all ages despite Highland transport chaos

PICTURES: Snowy fun for all ages despite Highland transport chaos

18 January 2024

Days of heavy snow may have continued to wreak havoc on Highland transport and schools on Thursday – but there was also plenty of fun to be had too!


UPDATE: Stranded A9 motorists urged to 'stay in cars and keep warm' as police warn other drivers to 'avoid area'

UPDATE: Stranded A9 motorists urged to 'stay in cars and keep warm' as police warn other drivers to 'avoid area'

UPDATE: Stranded A9 motorists urged to 'stay in cars and keep warm' as police warn other drivers to 'avoid area'

18 January 2024

Police confirm 'multiple' vehicles are stuck in the snow on the A9 north of Helmsdale and have warned that it is unclear when conditions will improve.


Snow plough leaves road as drifts cause chaos on Highland routes

Snow plough leaves road as drifts cause chaos on Highland routes

Snow plough leaves road as drifts cause chaos on Highland routes

18 January 2024

Police have urged motorists to take extra care, after heavy snow and drifting left some roads in such poor condition even ploughs have had trouble.


Wester Ross national park idea focus of public drop-ins

Wester Ross national park idea focus of public drop-ins

Wester Ross national park idea focus of public drop-ins

18 January 2024

The dates and places of the drop-ins flagged by Wester Ross UNESCO Biosphere. What would it mean for you?


Global Energy gets planning approval for £200 million Green Freeport plant at Nigg

Global Energy gets planning approval for £200 million Green Freeport plant at Nigg

Global Energy gets planning approval for £200 million Green Freeport plant at Nigg

17 January 2024

Japanese giant Sumitomo Electric Industries will produce trans-national subsea cables for the renewables sector.


'High risk' of snow disruption in amber alert areas spark pleas to Highlanders

'High risk' of snow disruption in amber alert areas spark pleas to Highlanders

'High risk' of snow disruption in amber alert areas spark pleas to Highlanders

17 January 2024

"Do you really need to travel?", Highlanders have been asked amid a heightened amber snow alert and Met Office warnings of "significant" fresh totals.


WATCH: Wester Ross deer enjoy icy blast amidst snow chaos

WATCH: Wester Ross deer enjoy icy blast amidst snow chaos

WATCH: Wester Ross deer enjoy icy blast amidst snow chaos

17 January 2024

Applecross deer enjoy the icy blast in Wester Ross, while the snow storm causes transport chaos across the Highlands.


Highland snow warning upgraded to amber as heavier snow and drifts forecast

Highland snow warning upgraded to amber as heavier snow and drifts forecast

Highland snow warning upgraded to amber as heavier snow and drifts forecast

17 January 2024

A heightened amber warning has been issued amid forecasts of even heavier snowfalls and drifting snow.


Fancy helping to create a wildflower meadow in Dingwall? Read on...

Fancy helping to create a wildflower meadow in Dingwall? Read on...

Fancy helping to create a wildflower meadow in Dingwall? Read on...

17 January 2024

It's an open invitation to make a difference as part of a wider trailblazing environmental project.


'Considerable' avalanche risk on Highland mountains, as warning level raised

'Considerable' avalanche risk on Highland mountains, as warning level raised

'Considerable' avalanche risk on Highland mountains, as warning level raised

17 January 2024

Avalanche risks on Highland peaks are now "considerable", mountain-goers have been warned in the wake of heavy snowfall.


£200 million Nigg plant is up for planning consent amid noise pollution concerns

£200 million Nigg plant is up for planning consent amid noise pollution concerns

£200 million Nigg plant is up for planning consent amid noise pollution concerns

16 January 2024

The project aims to produce trans-national subsea cables for the renewables sector and create 500 jobs.


Police plea to Highland motorists to rethink planned journeys amid 'heavy snowfall' and 'challenging' conditions

Police plea to Highland motorists to rethink planned journeys amid 'heavy snowfall' and 'challenging' conditions

Police plea to Highland motorists to rethink planned journeys amid 'heavy snowfall' and 'challenging' conditions

16 January 2024

Motorists have been urged to take extra care and consider if journeys are necessary amid "challenging" ongoing wintry conditions on Highland roads.


Highland Council funding for rare butterfly project

Highland Council funding for rare butterfly project

Highland Council funding for rare butterfly project

16 January 2024

A project to help rare butterflies – centred on a golf club recognised for its green efforts – has been awarded new funding for its work.


Avalanche risk raised on Ross-shire peaks

Avalanche risk raised on Ross-shire peaks

Avalanche risk raised on Ross-shire peaks

15 January 2024

The Scottish Avalanche Information Services is warning over a "moderate" risk in the Torridon alert zone.


Wester Ross communities call on UK Minister to rethink phone mast plans

Wester Ross communities call on UK Minister to rethink phone mast plans

Wester Ross communities call on UK Minister to rethink phone mast plans

14 January 2024

The proposed extension of telecommunication masts into a UNESCO biosphere is a step too far for many campaigners.


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