Covid total increases by five

FIVE more people have tested positive for the coronavirus across the NHS Highland area.

Biologist to host online event revealing secrets of stranded sunfish

The secrets of a large ocean fish stranded on the Black Isle far from its home will be revealed during an online discussion today.

Newly appointed Highland youth convener will focus on mental health

Newly appointed Highland youth convener Anja Johnston says she will be looking to focus on mental health as part of the year-long role.

Anger over lack of respect shown by campers

Campers abandoned a camp fire and left behind their rubbish.

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CORONAVIRUS STATS

New cases, rolling rate & case rate

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Sallachy wind farm could deliver 'lasting benefits'

As well as community benefit, developer WKN is offering a shared ownership scheme that it believes could be a first for Scotland.

Future looks bright for the post-Covid cruise ship sector in the Highlands, with high demand for 2022

Scotland's busiest cruise port is preparing to bounce back and welcome returning visitors and ships

The black and white sheep of the family

An unusually coloured lamb born at a Melvich farm last week has been described by his owner as like a sheep in cow's clothing.

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Taser fired at Dalian Atkinson was operating correctly, murder trial jury told

The X26 model Taser was shown as an exhibit in court during the trial of Pc Benjamin Monk.

Terror charge student told mother ‘Hitler was greatest feminist’, court told

Andrew Dymock has denied a string of terror offences.

Johnson warns of threat posed by coronavirus variants

Mutant strains of the virus have the potential to cause ‘even greater suffering’ than that endured in January.

Teacher’s reference did not mention warning for touching students, inquiry told

The Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry has been taking evidence from a former senior staff member at fee-paying Loretto School in Musselburgh.

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League president says Old Firm B teams should start at bottom of pyramid

Rangers and Celtic B teams should not enter Lowland League level, says league chief

Lowland League votes to allow Celtic and Rangers B teams into division

Proposal is to allow Old Firm B teams in for one season only.

Nairn golfer successfully defends Northern Counties Championship at Fortrose and Rosemarkie

Champion comes out on top in last hole thriller.

Listen – Manager says play-off defeat was embarrassing for Brora Rangers

Boss says both legs proved they are long way off becoming an SPFL club.

Sutherland golfers are crowned Dornoch Firth League champions

Close finish to contest.

Heartbroken Brora Rangers to remain in Highland League next season — Defeat at Kelty.

Listen: Ross County move into pole position for Premiership survival — Ross County's fate is back in their own hands, while Brora Rangers will need a turnaround in their play-off – all while ICT's season is over.

Morrison – Beaten Brora Rangers need early goal to save promotion dream — Two goals down going into second leg.

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LIFESTYLE

Vet speak: 'Could a career in Highland veterinary nursing be right for you?'

Inverness vet Alison Laurie-Chalmers outlines the importance of the role of the veterinary nursing profession.

Recipe of the week: Flourless chocolate mousse cake

If you like chocolate, you’ll love this cake.

Games of the week – MLB The Show 21, Judgment, Fez and World of Demons

Jamie Harris tries Judgment, Fez and World of Demons, while Martyn Landi takes on MLB The Show 21.

Joyful meals don’t need fussy recipes

Raymond Blanc is in excellent spirits. Outdoor dining is back on the menu, meaning the chef’s Brasserie Blanc restaurants have reopened.

Nicky Marr: A new podcast tackles a difficult subject

Let’s be honest, suicide is not an easy topic.

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Secrets of mystery Black Isle visitor set to be revealed

The secrets of a large ocean fish stranded on the Black Isle far from its home will be revealed during an online discussion today.

Local artists get Dingwall showcase – and you can quote us on that!

A Dingwall gallery has returned from the latest lockdown by continuing to champion creative people across the county and beyond.

Royal Deeside Motor Show set for a July return

Kincardine Castle is et to welcome back vehicle owners in one of the largest planned motor events this year .

Bob’s dream comes true at the Grampian Transport Museum

The long-held dream of Canadian ‘Street Rod’ creator the late Bob Lailey has finally come true in a new exhibition.

Public vote will help University of the Highlands and Islands student become a published playwright

The public will have a final say on which aspiring author and UHI student becomes a published playwright and sees their work performed

North-east street art festival set to return — Nuart Aberdeen, the globally acclaimed street art festival, will make its long-awaited return to the north-east next month.

Scottish book awards set to celebrate 'amazing work and innovation' during coronavirus crisis — Scotland's national book awards are now open to submissions from publishers around the world.

A long tradition of Highland hospitality – the cèilidh continues — ARTYNESS: Liza Mulholland learns more about the history of ceilidhs in the Highlands and Islands and celebrates the reopening of our hospitality

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Covid total increases by five

Biologist to host online event revealing secrets of stranded sunfish

Newly appointed Highland youth convener will focus on mental health

Anger over lack of respect shown by campers

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CORONAVIRUS STATS

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Sallachy wind farm could deliver 'lasting benefits'

Sallachy wind farm could deliver 'lasting benefits'

Future looks bright for the post-Covid cruise ship sector in the Highlands, with high demand for 2022

Future looks bright for the post-Covid cruise ship sector in the Highlands, with high demand for 2022

The black and white sheep of the family

The black and white sheep of the family

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Taser fired at Dalian Atkinson was operating correctly, murder trial jury told

Taser fired at Dalian Atkinson was operating correctly, murder trial jury told

Terror charge student told mother ‘Hitler was greatest feminist’, court told

Terror charge student told mother ‘Hitler was greatest feminist’, court told

Johnson warns of threat posed by coronavirus variants

Johnson warns of threat posed by coronavirus variants

Teacher’s reference did not mention warning for touching students, inquiry told

Teacher’s reference did not mention warning for touching students, inquiry told

SPORT

League president says Old Firm B teams should start at bottom of pyramid

Lowland League votes to allow Celtic and Rangers B teams into division

Lowland League votes to allow Celtic and Rangers B teams into division

Nairn golfer successfully defends Northern Counties Championship at Fortrose and Rosemarkie

Nairn golfer successfully defends Northern Counties Championship at Fortrose and Rosemarkie

Listen – Manager says play-off defeat was embarrassing for Brora Rangers

Listen – Manager says play-off defeat was embarrassing for Brora Rangers

Sutherland golfers are crowned Dornoch Firth League champions

Sutherland golfers are crowned Dornoch Firth League champions

Heartbroken Brora Rangers to remain in Highland League next season

Listen: Ross County move into pole position for Premiership survival

Morrison – Beaten Brora Rangers need early goal to save promotion dream

LIFESTYLE

Vet speak: 'Could a career in Highland veterinary nursing be right for you?'

Recipe of the week: Flourless chocolate mousse cake

Recipe of the week: Flourless chocolate mousse cake

Games of the week – MLB The Show 21, Judgment, Fez and World of Demons

Games of the week – MLB The Show 21, Judgment, Fez and World of Demons

Joyful meals don’t need fussy recipes

Joyful meals don’t need fussy recipes

Nicky Marr: A new podcast tackles a difficult subject

Nicky Marr: A new podcast tackles a difficult subject

WHAT'S ON

Secrets of mystery Black Isle visitor set to be revealed

Local artists get Dingwall showcase – and you can quote us on that!

Local artists get Dingwall showcase – and you can quote us on that!

Royal Deeside Motor Show set for a July return

Royal Deeside Motor Show set for a July return

Bob’s dream comes true at the Grampian Transport Museum

Bob’s dream comes true at the Grampian Transport Museum

Public vote will help University of the Highlands and Islands student become a published playwright

Public vote will help University of the Highlands and Islands student become a published playwright

North-east street art festival set to return

Scottish book awards set to celebrate 'amazing work and innovation' during coronavirus crisis

A long tradition of Highland hospitality – the cèilidh continues

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