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BBC looking for unsung heroes in the Sutherland area

15 September 2022
BBC looking for unsung heroes in the Sutherland area

BBC looking for unsung heroes in the Sutherland area

15 September 2022

BBC One Scotland is currently seeking Sutherland nominations for ‘Scotland’s People 2022’ with Jackie Bird.


Strange creature seen snaking across road near north village

12 September 2022
Strange creature seen snaking across road near north village

Strange creature seen snaking across road near north village

12 September 2022

An unusual animal that has been mistaken by some UK residents as a snake was seen making its way across a byroad near Watten.


Star find at Swartigill archaeology dig near Thrumster of 'beautifully decorated glass bead' that is possibly 2000 years old

25 August 2022
Star find at Swartigill archaeology dig near Thrumster of 'beautifully decorated glass bead' that is possibly 2000 years old

Star find at Swartigill archaeology dig near Thrumster of 'beautifully decorated glass bead' that is possibly 2000 years old

25 August 2022

The Swartigill archaeological dig on the Thrumster Estate has reported the 'star find' of a colourful 2000-year-old bead with a yellow spiral pattern.


'Local people can share their views on the housing issues that matter most in their community' – Highland Council launches new public local housing strategy survey

24 August 2022
'Local people can share their views on the housing issues that matter most in their community' – Highland Council launches new public local housing strategy survey

'Local people can share their views on the housing issues that matter most in their community' – Highland Council launches new public local housing strategy survey

24 August 2022

The Highland Council is seeking local feedback on a public housing survey that will help it deliver new affordable housing and housing services.


PICTURES: Covers off for start of fresh dig at Swartigill Iron Age site in far north – 'It's a hidden gem of archaeology'

22 August 2022
PICTURES: Covers off for start of fresh dig at Swartigill Iron Age site in far north – 'It's a hidden gem of archaeology'

PICTURES: Covers off for start of fresh dig at Swartigill Iron Age site in far north – 'It's a hidden gem of archaeology'

22 August 2022

The community dig at Swartigill has started up again – volunteers are welcome to come along and work at this 'hidden gem of archaeology' in far north


Highland ‘ruins with a view’ go up for auction at £59K

20 August 2022
Highland ‘ruins with a view’ go up for auction at £59K

Highland ‘ruins with a view’ go up for auction at £59K

20 August 2022

A collection of three ruined and windswept cottages in the far north, with views stretching over the moors and out to sea, are to go under the hammer.


Highland Council shortlisted for four national awards – 'you are a credit to the communities you serve'

18 August 2022
Highland Council shortlisted for four national awards – 'you are a credit to the communities you serve'

Highland Council shortlisted for four national awards – 'you are a credit to the communities you serve'

18 August 2022

The Highland Council has been shortlisted for four APSE Service Awards which celebrate excellence in local public services.


Petrol and diesel prices at the pumps should be at the very least 15p to 20p per litre lower, says fuel campaign group – 'drivers being fleeced'

17 August 2022
Petrol and diesel prices at the pumps should be at the very least 15p to 20p per litre lower, says fuel campaign group – 'drivers being fleeced'

Petrol and diesel prices at the pumps should be at the very least 15p to 20p per litre lower, says fuel campaign group – 'drivers being fleeced'

17 August 2022

A group that campaigns for fairer fuel prices says that drivers are being 'fleeced by the profiteering fuel supply chain and even their own Treasury'.


Highland Council invites new applications for the Nature Restoration Fund that could improve the biodiversity of Sutherland.

17 August 2022
Highland Council invites new applications for the Nature Restoration Fund that could improve the biodiversity of Sutherland.

Highland Council invites new applications for the Nature Restoration Fund that could improve the biodiversity of Sutherland.

17 August 2022

The Highland Council is inviting communities to apply for a share of the 2022/23 allocation of the Nature Restoration Fund.


A warm Highland welcome for probationer teachers

16 August 2022
A warm Highland welcome for probationer teachers

A warm Highland welcome for probationer teachers

16 August 2022

The Highland Council warmly welcomed this year’s new cohort of probationer teachers to the Highlands.


Sutherland residents warned about cost-of-living cons – Scottish ScamWatch Fortnight campaign hammers the scammers

15 August 2022
Sutherland residents warned about cost-of-living cons – Scottish ScamWatch Fortnight campaign hammers the scammers

Sutherland residents warned about cost-of-living cons – Scottish ScamWatch Fortnight campaign hammers the scammers

15 August 2022

Consumers in Sutherland have been urged to be aware of new cost-of-living scams as national ScamWatch Fortnight gets underway.


Hit-and-miss thunderstorms may cause disruptions in Sutherland over Sunday and Monday – warning of flooding, lightning strikes, hail and strong winds

12 August 2022
Hit-and-miss thunderstorms may cause disruptions in Sutherland over Sunday and Monday – warning of flooding, lightning strikes, hail and strong winds

Hit-and-miss thunderstorms may cause disruptions in Sutherland over Sunday and Monday – warning of flooding, lightning strikes, hail and strong winds

12 August 2022

The Met Office has issued a warning for Sunday evening and into Monday for the far north of thunderstorms bringing heavy rain and possible disruption.


New book by Thurso author about pilgrim's walking trail

11 August 2022
New book by Thurso author about pilgrim's walking trail

New book by Thurso author about pilgrim's walking trail

11 August 2022

Jane Coll from Thurso has just released a companion piece to her walkers guidebook on saintly pilgrim routes through the far north.


Mey Games PICTURES and VIDEO Special: 'Patchy showers didn't dampen our spirits' – welcome return for Mey Games and Wounded Highlanders along with Prince Charles a real draw for the public at Groats venue

09 August 2022
Mey Games PICTURES and VIDEO Special: 'Patchy showers didn't dampen our spirits' – welcome return for Mey Games and Wounded Highlanders along with Prince Charles a real draw for the public at Groats venue

Mey Games PICTURES and VIDEO Special: 'Patchy showers didn't dampen our spirits' – welcome return for Mey Games and Wounded Highlanders along with Prince Charles a real draw for the public at Groats venue

09 August 2022

The sun may have failed to have materialise for Saturday's Mey Highland Games 2022 but the event broke new ground with adaptive events.


WATCH: New organ and tissue donation campaign urges people in Sutherland not to leave loved ones in doubt

04 August 2022
WATCH: New organ and tissue donation campaign urges people in Sutherland not to leave loved ones in doubt

WATCH: New organ and tissue donation campaign urges people in Sutherland not to leave loved ones in doubt

04 August 2022

FREE ARTICLE: A new campaign encourages people in Sutherland not to leave loved ones in doubt when it comes to their organ donation decision


Census survey reminder for people in Sutherland.

02 August 2022
Census survey reminder for people in Sutherland.

Census survey reminder for people in Sutherland.

02 August 2022

Households in Sutherland are being encouraged to respond to invitations to take part in a follow-up survey for Scotland’s Census.


Derailment between Forsinard and Altnabreac – replacement buses in operation

01 August 2022
Derailment between Forsinard and Altnabreac – replacement buses in operation

Derailment between Forsinard and Altnabreac – replacement buses in operation

01 August 2022

An incident between Forsinard and Altnabreac today has led to a disruption to rail services on the far north line.


Mey Highland Games back on to celebrate its 50th year

23 July 2022
Mey Highland Games back on to celebrate its 50th year

Mey Highland Games back on to celebrate its 50th year

23 July 2022

The Mey Highland Games celebrates its unofficial 50th Anniversary on August 6, having missed out on the actual anniversary in 2020 due to Covid.


Prime Minister told Cromarty Firth freeport is ‘vital’ to Highland economy

22 July 2022
Prime Minister told Cromarty Firth freeport is ‘vital’ to Highland economy

Prime Minister told Cromarty Firth freeport is ‘vital’ to Highland economy

22 July 2022

Local MP Jamie Stone has used Boris Johnson’s final Prime Minister’s Questions session to throw support behind the Green Freeport bid.


WATCH (PICTURES AND VIDEO): Drama at County Show 2022 as stunt biker takes a tumble

18 July 2022
WATCH (PICTURES AND VIDEO): Drama at County Show 2022 as stunt biker takes a tumble

WATCH (PICTURES AND VIDEO): Drama at County Show 2022 as stunt biker takes a tumble

18 July 2022

A stunt motorcyclist brought gasps from spectators after a heavy landing during a special display at the County Show 2022 in Thurso on Saturday.


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