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'Thairis Faclan' art exhibition launches in Ullapool
'Thairis Faclan' art exhibition launches in Ullapool
02 July 2022
The Ullapool exhibition explores the connection between art and words.
Donor disappointment at showcase Highland event for Easter Ross family – but search goes on for tot's perfect match
Donor disappointment at showcase Highland event for Easter Ross family – but search goes on for tot's perfect match
02 July 2022
It was a disappointing turnout but the family will retain a positive attitude.
PICTURES: Which ceilidh dance got Black Islers on their feet at special workshops?
PICTURES: Which ceilidh dance got Black Islers on their feet at special workshops?
02 July 2022
The ceilidh workshops were well received and will lead to a bigger gathering open to the public.
Who Cares? columnist Karen Anderson reveals dodgy 'labels' that make her see red
Who Cares? columnist Karen Anderson reveals dodgy 'labels' that make her see red
02 July 2022
She's liable to 'verbally skewer' anyone who uses this phrase – and you can't blame her!
WATCH: Dingwall bike trail gets thumbs up from stunt legend
WATCH: Dingwall bike trail gets thumbs up from stunt legend
02 July 2022
A Ross-shire town has won the support of a Scottish stunt legend in its push to improve a stunning mountain bike trail.
Rain, a delay but a standing ovation for singing legend Andrea Bocelli in the Highland capital
Rain, a delay but a standing ovation for singing legend Andrea Bocelli in the Highland capital
02 July 2022
Scottish violinist Nicola Benedetti was treated to an enthusiastic welcome from the audience each time she appeared
PICTURES: Invergordon golf day tees up whopping boost for local good causes
PICTURES: Invergordon golf day tees up whopping boost for local good causes
02 July 2022
A golf day in Invergordon raised £8240 for good causes – a figure set to be match-funded by an Easter Ross business.
Munlochy discus thrower aiming to win medal at Commonwealth Games
Munlochy discus thrower aiming to win medal at Commonwealth Games
02 July 2022
Top thrower selected to compete for Scotland at Birmingham.
SLICE OF THE ACTION: Easter Ross business secures new cheese listing with Co-op
SLICE OF THE ACTION: Easter Ross business secures new cheese listing with Co-op
02 July 2022
A family-run cheesemaker from Tain has secured a listing with the Co-op as part of the retailer’s continued focus on local and community sourcing.
Kyle RNLI volunteer ready for epic Munro challenge next week in aid of lifeboat
Kyle RNLI volunteer ready for epic Munro challenge next week in aid of lifeboat
02 July 2022
A Kyle lifeboat crew member is getting ready to tackle a mammoth challenge to give back to the charity next week.
LISTEN: Ness Book Fest will be back this year during Scotland's Year of Stories
LISTEN: Ness Book Fest will be back this year during Scotland's Year of Stories
02 July 2022
"The year of storytelling will really helps us just to go back to that really basic human need to connect."
PICTURES: Hair we go – Big-hearted Ross kids lose locks to boost cancer charity
PICTURES: Hair we go – Big-hearted Ross kids lose locks to boost cancer charity
02 July 2022
A Ross-shire community came together to support a trio of pupils in their chopping good fundraiser last week.
'Shaun was so loved – he'll leave a gap in all our hearts'
'Shaun was so loved – he'll leave a gap in all our hearts'
01 July 2022
His family has given warm thanks to the 'incredible' community for its support in the most difficult of times.
Police 'very concerned' over missing man (28) last seen in Wester Ross
Police 'very concerned' over missing man (28) last seen in Wester Ross
01 July 2022
Police have issued a fresh plea for help tracing a man last seen in Wester Ross more than three weeks ago.
PICTURES: New restaurant Hou Hou Mei welcomes first diners
PICTURES: New restaurant Hou Hou Mei welcomes first diners
01 July 2022
A NEW restaurant serving modern Chinese cuisine has welcomed its first diners in the Highland capital.
PICTURES: A day of competition at the YESC Regional Celebration of STEM
PICTURES: A day of competition at the YESC Regional Celebration of STEM
01 July 2022
Youngsters from schools in Inverness and Ross-shire were named as winners after taking part in a recent event.
A Highland athlete has been jailed after being convicted of rape
A Highland athlete has been jailed after being convicted of rape
01 July 2022
He pounced on his victim after one competition, the court heard.
Easter Ross resurfacing roadworks on A9 set to begin this weekend
Easter Ross resurfacing roadworks on A9 set to begin this weekend
01 July 2022
Roadworks on a Ross-shire stretch of the A9 are due to get under way this weekend for a total of 15 days – weather depending.
Ross-shire green freeport bid 'without doubt the best bid that is on the table'
Ross-shire green freeport bid 'without doubt the best bid that is on the table'
01 July 2022
Newly elected councillors unanimously back Opportunity Cromarty Firth's 'transformational' bid
Wester Ross group aims to cash in on support for 'beautiful' campaign
Wester Ross group aims to cash in on support for 'beautiful' campaign
01 July 2022
A Wester Ross group is hoping to cash in on supermarket shoppers' generosity.
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