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Dingwall man who pulled 20cm knife at bus station failed to complete unpaid work

A 21-year-old Ross-shire man who failed to carry out all 200 hours of unpaid work imposed in August, 2023 was fined £2500 instead.

Former Ross County striker leaves Scotland to sign for new club

He spent three years in Dingwall.

Dramatic images from Ross-shire as weather takes its toll

There have been dramatic swings in temperature.

Incredible temperature swing of 34 degrees Celsius in Highlands

Weather service says Carrbridge had coldest night of winter so far at -19.9C

Which unfortunate league table is former Ross County star at top of?

The former Staggie was one of the key performers in Dingwall before leaving for a Premiership rival last summer.

PICTURES: Do you recognise these beautiful Highland locations from above?

Stunning aerial views of breath-taking Highland landscapes are set to wow visitors to Fort George.

Opening up the world of tech to help with wellbeing for all

Gadgets and tools can remind someone to take medication, notify if a person has a fall, or alert if someone wanders outside when it might be unsafe.

£345,000 Premium Bonds prize draw windfall for Highland residents

The winners of the latest Premium Bonds prize draw have been announced - with 30 winners in the Highlands and Islands scooping £345,000 between them.

Easter Ross school closed due to utilities issue, Highland Council confirms

Highland Council said it was closed due to a power/heating/water issue.

SEPA issue flood warnings for Strathcarron and Strath Oykel amid alerts across Highlands of snow melt and forecast rain

Flood warnings are in place for Strathcarron and Strath Oykel.

Disturbance led to police finding knife in man’s pocket

Police were called to the scene at around 3.45am.

FROM THE ARCHIVES: A fascinating glimpse at Highland automotive history

The Highland Archive Centre’s records offer a fascinating insight into the region’s motoring past - car registrations in Inverness-shire from 1903-75.

Dingwall Academy battle through ice and snow to win Strathpuffer title

Pupils cycle around the clock to win major title.

Only TWO Highland dog fouling fines issued since 2021

ONLY two fines for dog fouling have been issued since 2021 in the Highlands, prompting local politicians to call out “lazy and selfish” pet owners.

WATCH: South Uist cyclist becomes British champion with victory at Strathpuffer

She wins title at the first attempt.

WATCH: Inverness cyclist battles through snow to become British champion at Strathpuffer

He cycled over 24 hours in sub zero temperatures to win national title.

‘Care service falls short as regulations rule the roost’

The rules they apparently are governed by have to take priority over actual needs, our columnist’s relative discovered.

Highland Shortbread Showdown returns for 2025

The Highland Shortbread Showdown is back for its third edition in 2025, with businesses encouraged to enter their best bakes.

Gairloch shop owners step down after nearly 25 years

A couple who have run businesses in Wester Ross for several decades have stood down from the shop they have run for the past quarter of a century.

Ross Memorial Hospital revamp work hailed

Hopes are high that a revamp of one of Ross-shire’s most iconic hospitals could bolster local health care.