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And the most popular baby names in the Highlands in 2023 were…

And the most popular baby names in the Highlands in 2023 were…

The most popular baby names in the Highlands in the past year have been released by the National Records of Scotland (NRS).


Tom Stoltman ‘delighted’ to scoop Influencer of the Year award

Tom Stoltman ‘delighted’ to scoop Influencer of the Year award

Tom Stoltman “delighted” to scoop award for Influencer of the Year in Sport, citing his heartfelt message to empower autistic people.


NC500 spin in Reliant Robin under way for Strictly Inverness dancer

NC500 spin in Reliant Robin under way for Strictly Inverness dancer

Angela Urquhart has raised thousands of pounds for the annual dance contest’s organisers and hosts Highland Hospice and Inverness Ice Centre.


PICTURES: Lifeboat update on cliff fall incident at Thurso

PICTURES: Lifeboat update on cliff fall incident at Thurso

A lifeboat spokesperson provided an update to the incident at Thurso’s Victoria Walk today after a woman was reported to have fallen from a cliff.


Black Isle Calling Festival announces line-up with Fun Lovin’ Criminal Huey Morgan among the acts

Black Isle Calling Festival announces line-up with Fun Lovin’ Criminal Huey Morgan among the acts

The Fun Lovin’ Criminals’ Huey Morgan, Elephant Sessions, The LaFontaines and more will play the inaugural Black Isle Calling Festival this September.


WATCH: Dornoch care home resident serenades wife of 60 years to celebrate diamond wedding anniversary

WATCH: Dornoch care home resident serenades wife of 60 years to celebrate diamond wedding anniversary

Billy and Cally More were joined by staff and residents in celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary at the Meadows.


Helmsdale businesswoman to celebrate 15th anniversary of gift shop with fizz and cake tomorrow

Helmsdale businesswoman to celebrate 15th anniversary of gift shop with fizz and cake tomorrow

Kellly Mackay of Gifted Helmsdale has issued an open invitation to everyone to join her in marking the milestone.


Dornoch Cathedral set to welcome Moderator of Church of Scotland for 800th year celebrations

Dornoch Cathedral set to welcome Moderator of Church of Scotland for 800th year celebrations

Church officers have put together a jam-packed programme of events ranging from special services to a flower festival and a fundraising lunch.


East Sutherland Athletics Club athletes perform well at 10k in Moray

East Sutherland Athletics Club athletes perform well at 10k in Moray

Impressive performance from club.


Brora Rangers aim for glory in Highland League Cup final on Saturday

Brora Rangers aim for glory in Highland League Cup final on Saturday

Cattachs look to end season with silverware.


What’s on in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

What’s on in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

It’s Easter weekend and there are plenty of events to go to in Suthyerla


‘Meet, greet and eat’ – Melvich community interaction initiative a ‘proven success’

‘Meet, greet and eat’ – Melvich community interaction initiative a ‘proven success’

Meet, Greet and Eat held the last of nine meetings last week, which saw people of all ages gather to discuss their community.


Championship Course at Royal Dornoch named as Scotland’s best course

Championship Course at Royal Dornoch named as Scotland’s best course

Royal Dornoch savoured success in front of an international audience at the 2024 Scottish Golf Tourism Awards.


Carbisdale Castle owner’s legal threat to volunteers clearing woodland paths

Carbisdale Castle owner’s legal threat to volunteers clearing woodland paths

Culrain and District Hall committee has an agreement with Forestry and Land Scotland to maintain the paths at Carbisdale Wood.


Last minute appeal for headteacher for Lochinver and Achiltibuie primary schools

Last minute appeal for headteacher for Lochinver and Achiltibuie primary schools

The Highland Council is recruiting for a new £61,839-a-year head for the two schools


‘Preferential treatment’ claim over Highland pylon scheme

‘Preferential treatment’ claim over Highland pylon scheme

Campaigners opposed to new high-voltage pylons have accused the Scottish Government of giving "preferential treatment" to SSE and SSEN Transmission.


NICKY MARR: Undoubtedly, lives will be saved by Duchess

NICKY MARR: Undoubtedly, lives will be saved by Duchess

Royal they may be, but they’re people too. Let’s grant them breathing space.


Could you be Ness Factor's next singing superstar?

Could you be Ness Factor's next singing superstar?

The search has begun for ten talented contestants to participate to a much-loved singing competition in aid of Highland Hospice.


North-west community transport firm seek approval to knock down ‘eyesore’ ruins to make way for new premises

North-west community transport firm seek approval to knock down ‘eyesore’ ruins to make way for new premises

A north-west community bus company is seeking planning approval to tear down an “eyesore” derelict building to make way for a new depot.


Highland Council lifts threat of closure from Brora nursery after strong opposition

Highland Council lifts threat of closure from Brora nursery after strong opposition

Education officer Ian Jackson told parents earlier this week that the local authority did not intend to proceed with the closure proposal.


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