NEWS

Humza Yousaf reportedly set to resign as Highland MSPs take centre stage

Kate Forbes is a favourite to succeed him after Douglas Ross demanded he step down.

Jamie Stone calls for youth space fair in Thurso to highlight career opportunities

A space industry convention for young people should be funded by the UK government and held in the far north, Jamie Stone said.

Photographers from Dornoch and Portmahomack take top spots in camera club’s motion-themed competition

The competition was judged by Gordon Allison, well known locally for the photographic business he used to run in Tain.

PICTURES: Tenth edition of Etape Loch Ness raises over £2m for Macmillan charity

The tenth edition of the Etape Loch Ness took place today.

OBITUARY: Ian Grant (Proncy) of Pitgrudy, Dornoch

Ian Grant was an enterprising farmer, a dedicated pipe band drummer and “the very best of craic”.

How can autism diagnoses impact adults’ lives?

Three Highlanders discuss their motivation for getting diagnosed as autistic in adulthood, and the difference it has made to their lives.

WATCH: Muir of Ord policeman is fastest cyclist at Etape Loch Ness

Ross-shire Road Cycling Club athletes claim top two places.

WATCH: Inverness cyclist claims fastest woman title at Etape Loch Ness

Athlete claims title at third attempt.

NHS HIGHLAND: A little can add a lot of health benefits

Increased activity levels, even by a little, can have major benefits for management of diabetes and other health conditions.

Inverness’ Miss Scotland reveals she is ‘more resilient’ after taking on Miss World

Chelsie Allison has revealed what the future holds for her since taking on Miss World and what she has learnt on her journey as Miss Scotland.

Give that dandelion a break this May, says Highland ranger

Making Space for Nature by Eilidh-Ann Philips

Construction industry collaboration seeking to help Highland youngsters into careers

A new project aims to help provide a fresh way for young Highlanders to pursue a career in the region’s construction industry.

Roads firm BEAR Scotland drives life-saving blood bikes charity onwards with cash donation

A lifesaving charity that transports vital medical supplies across the Highlands and Islands free of charge for the NHS has received a funding boost.

CHRISTIAN VIEWPOINT: Assumption that science has done away with religion is completely erroneous

Who was important to Albert Einstein’s success? Our columnist finds out.

Aviemore body believed to be Rodrigo Falcon

Formal ID still to take place but Mr Falcon’s family have been informed

From the Northern Times 25, 50 and 100 years ago

A dip into the Northern Times of yesteryear.

LOOKING BACK: Did you help at this 2005 beach clean in Dornoch?

From the photo archive of the Northern Times.

Over 80 Highlanders contribute to art project for Palestinians that is being displayed in Venice

A Highland art project is among various works featured in an exhibition in Venice dedicated to Palestinians.

One woman’s mission to improve the lives of patients at Highlands’ only mental health hospital

A woman moved by the plight of patients who spend prolonged periods at the Highlands’ only mental health hospital is setting up a charity for them.

Over 1000 homes in west Sutherland hit by SSEN fault on main network

The fault was reported at 10.30am.