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Midge numbers well down in 2023 due to hot summer

29 October 2023
Midge numbers well down in 2023 due to hot summer

Midge numbers well down in 2023 due to hot summer

29 October 2023

July was so hot and dry, it was the worst possible weather for midges.


Sutherland groups invited to apply for unspent money in county food fund

29 October 2023
Sutherland groups invited to apply for unspent money in county food fund

Sutherland groups invited to apply for unspent money in county food fund

29 October 2023

A FUND set up last year to support food projects in Sutherland still has money available, it has been announced.


North coast post office operators left counting the cost as Royal Mail moves to close sorting offices

29 October 2023
North coast post office operators left counting the cost as Royal Mail moves to close sorting offices

North coast post office operators left counting the cost as Royal Mail moves to close sorting offices

29 October 2023

North coast sub-postmasters are facing a loss of income with the closure of the sorting offices.


North West Highlands Geopark in 'very good financial health'

28 October 2023
North West Highlands Geopark in 'very good financial health'

North West Highlands Geopark in 'very good financial health'

28 October 2023

The geopark's income comes from from donations and legacies; charitable activities; other trading activities; and investments.


Businesses reminded of Dornoch BID ballot deadline

27 October 2023
Businesses reminded of Dornoch BID ballot deadline

Businesses reminded of Dornoch BID ballot deadline

27 October 2023

The results of the ballot will be announced on November 17 – the day after the deadline for ballot papers to be received.


'Mountain rescue has dominated my life': Assynt rescue team's training officer receives Distinguished Service Award

27 October 2023
'Mountain rescue has dominated my life': Assynt rescue team's training officer receives Distinguished Service Award

'Mountain rescue has dominated my life': Assynt rescue team's training officer receives Distinguished Service Award

27 October 2023

The award recognises team members who have made a highly significant contribution to mountain rescue in Scotland over many years.


Events and activities in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

26 October 2023
Events and activities in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

Events and activities in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

26 October 2023

There are lots of Halloween parties taking place in Sutherland this weekend.


Sutherland historians issue plea for help over 'mystery photo'

26 October 2023
Sutherland historians issue plea for help over 'mystery photo'

Sutherland historians issue plea for help over 'mystery photo'

26 October 2023

The image dates back to the late 1880s.


Views sought on plan to bridge burn on walking trail in Sutherland

26 October 2023
Views sought on plan to bridge burn on walking trail in Sutherland

Views sought on plan to bridge burn on walking trail in Sutherland

26 October 2023

The Association of Northern Trails Scotland (ANTS) which maintains and manages the John O'Groats Trail is proposing to bridge the Loth burn.


New knitting and crocheting group to start in Golspie

26 October 2023
New knitting and crocheting group to start in Golspie

New knitting and crocheting group to start in Golspie

26 October 2023

Go Golspie Development Trust have been granted funding to set up the new group.


'The place is looking amazing': Newly elected leader of Dornoch Community Council is wowed by 'huge talent' of local librarian

26 October 2023
'The place is looking amazing': Newly elected leader of Dornoch Community Council is wowed by 'huge talent' of local librarian

'The place is looking amazing': Newly elected leader of Dornoch Community Council is wowed by 'huge talent' of local librarian

26 October 2023

Dornoch library has this week taken on a Halloween look.


Heritage talk on Brora community dig

25 October 2023
Heritage talk on Brora community dig

Heritage talk on Brora community dig

25 October 2023

Diggers uncovered some fascinating finds from two Bronze Age roundhouses.


Delight as North West Highlands Geopark gets the UNESCO 'green card'

24 October 2023
Delight as North West Highlands Geopark gets the UNESCO 'green card'

Delight as North West Highlands Geopark gets the UNESCO 'green card'

24 October 2023

UNESCO Global Geoparks must undergo a revalidation process every four years to ensure quality.


Job opportunity opens up at Kyle of Sutherland Hub

24 October 2023
Job opportunity opens up at Kyle of Sutherland Hub

Job opportunity opens up at Kyle of Sutherland Hub

24 October 2023

Hub managers are looking for someone who is "enthusiastic, energetic and wants to make a positive difference to people's lives".


'It is heart-rending': Brora kayaker issues plea for help to rescue stranded sheep

24 October 2023
'It is heart-rending': Brora kayaker issues plea for help to rescue stranded sheep

'It is heart-rending': Brora kayaker issues plea for help to rescue stranded sheep

24 October 2023

A sheep has been marooned on its own for more than two years on an area of shingle beach at the foot of a cliff.


PICTURES: Dornoch farmers' first ever pumpkin patch is a 'huge success'

23 October 2023
PICTURES: Dornoch farmers' first ever pumpkin patch is a 'huge success'

PICTURES: Dornoch farmers' first ever pumpkin patch is a 'huge success'

23 October 2023

Rob and Emma Smith of Davochfin Farm say they are always keen to diversify.


Kyle of Sutherland Hub celebrating for two reasons – what are they?

23 October 2023
Kyle of Sutherland Hub celebrating for two reasons – what are they?

Kyle of Sutherland Hub celebrating for two reasons – what are they?

23 October 2023

The facility attracts an average of 18,000 visitors a year.


Update given on usage of Dornoch South vehicle park

23 October 2023
Update given on usage of Dornoch South vehicle park

Update given on usage of Dornoch South vehicle park

23 October 2023

The £585,000 pay and display vehicle park opened in June last year and use of the site has gradually increased.


It's not for the fainthearted! Spooky walk planned round Sutherland village

21 October 2023
It's not for the fainthearted! Spooky walk planned round Sutherland village

It's not for the fainthearted! Spooky walk planned round Sutherland village

21 October 2023

Those taking part in the walk will be guided by a storyteller and her "banshees".


Mikeysline to run free mental health training as part of Kyle of Sutherland Resilience project

21 October 2023
Mikeysline to run free mental health training as part of Kyle of Sutherland Resilience project

Mikeysline to run free mental health training as part of Kyle of Sutherland Resilience project

21 October 2023

The free sessions at Ardgay are open to all.


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