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Heritage society's anger over 'structural neglect' of historic East Sutherland graveyard seriously damaged in Storm Otto

24 February 2023
Heritage society's anger over 'structural neglect' of historic East Sutherland graveyard seriously damaged in Storm Otto

Heritage society's anger over 'structural neglect' of historic East Sutherland graveyard seriously damaged in Storm Otto

24 February 2023

Three trees at Clynekirkton Graveyard, Brora, were toppled during the storm and headstones also fell.


Fundraising Brora Rotarian undaunted after storm blows down ShelterBox tent

23 February 2023
Fundraising Brora Rotarian undaunted after storm blows down ShelterBox tent

Fundraising Brora Rotarian undaunted after storm blows down ShelterBox tent

23 February 2023

Alistair Risk is challenging others to raise money by trying out life as a "refugee" in the tent.


Yukon adventurer to give talk at Golspie

22 February 2023
Yukon adventurer to give talk at Golspie

Yukon adventurer to give talk at Golspie

22 February 2023

Listen to stories of being lost in the Richardson mountains, followed by wolves and eaten alive by giant mosquitoes.


Zest Quest Asia contest success for Dornoch campus cookery students

22 February 2023
Zest Quest Asia contest success for Dornoch campus cookery students

Zest Quest Asia contest success for Dornoch campus cookery students

22 February 2023

A team of three UHI North Highland students won two categories at the Zest Quest Asia competition, held in London last week.


Falls of Shin Visitor Centre 'optimism' hint

22 February 2023
Falls of Shin Visitor Centre 'optimism' hint

Falls of Shin Visitor Centre 'optimism' hint

22 February 2023

A director of the Kyle of Sutherland Trust has said 'something will come out quite soon' about the Falls of Shin Visitor Centre.


Five bakers to battle it out in Visit Dornoch heat of Highland Shortbread Showdown

20 February 2023
Five bakers to battle it out in Visit Dornoch heat of Highland Shortbread Showdown

Five bakers to battle it out in Visit Dornoch heat of Highland Shortbread Showdown

20 February 2023

The competition is part of a wider food and drink strategy to promote the Highlands as a foodie destination.


Closure-hit Golspie toilets could reopen – but not in evenings

20 February 2023
Closure-hit Golspie toilets could reopen – but not in evenings

Closure-hit Golspie toilets could reopen – but not in evenings

20 February 2023

Golspie Community Council has now volunteered to oversee the opening and closure of the loos.


Golspie community council sources funding for Seaforth House tree planting scheme

20 February 2023
Golspie community council sources funding for Seaforth House tree planting scheme

Golspie community council sources funding for Seaforth House tree planting scheme

20 February 2023

The Scottish Government's Nature Restoration Fund (NRF) is providing grant-aid.


Highlands and Islands tapestry team meet Sutherland stitchers

20 February 2023
Highlands and Islands tapestry team meet Sutherland stitchers

Highlands and Islands tapestry team meet Sutherland stitchers

20 February 2023

The tapestry is being made as part of the Spirit of the Highlands and Islands project.


Young Bonar Bridge volunteer (12) presented with Saltire Award

20 February 2023
Young Bonar Bridge volunteer (12) presented with Saltire Award

Young Bonar Bridge volunteer (12) presented with Saltire Award

20 February 2023

Lee Holden volunteers at the Kyle of Sutherland Hub.


NHS Highland cancels Covid and flu vaccination clinic at Golspie tomorrow

16 February 2023
NHS Highland cancels Covid and flu vaccination clinic at Golspie tomorrow

NHS Highland cancels Covid and flu vaccination clinic at Golspie tomorrow

16 February 2023

The reason for the cancellation is staff sickness, according to NHS Highland.


SSE seeks feedback over plan for new overhead power line running through Sutherland

16 February 2023
SSE seeks feedback over plan for new overhead power line running through Sutherland

SSE seeks feedback over plan for new overhead power line running through Sutherland

16 February 2023

A new additional 400kv substations and associated infrastructure is required in the Loch Buidhe area.


Farr Eats holds first community meal of 2023

16 February 2023
Farr Eats holds first community meal of 2023

Farr Eats holds first community meal of 2023

16 February 2023

Farr Eats is a subsidised meal service running on the north coast.


Assynt Crofters' Trust appeals to MSP for help in deer cull row

16 February 2023
Assynt Crofters' Trust appeals to MSP for help in deer cull row

Assynt Crofters' Trust appeals to MSP for help in deer cull row

16 February 2023

The John Muir Trust is currently carrying out an out of season deer cull on its Quinag Estate in Assynt.


Sutherland Lord Lieutenancy's plans to mark coronation 'under wraps' but set to be announced soon

15 February 2023
Sutherland Lord Lieutenancy's plans to mark coronation 'under wraps' but set to be announced soon

Sutherland Lord Lieutenancy's plans to mark coronation 'under wraps' but set to be announced soon

15 February 2023

The Coronation Weekend runs from Saturday to Monday, May 6-8.


A-Maizy-ing! Eight-year-old's sponsored walk gives funding boost to Brora wildlife rescue centre

15 February 2023
A-Maizy-ing! Eight-year-old's sponsored walk gives funding boost to Brora wildlife rescue centre

A-Maizy-ing! Eight-year-old's sponsored walk gives funding boost to Brora wildlife rescue centre

15 February 2023

Maizy Roseveare (8), Old Point, has raised £655 in aid of Brora-based Highland Wildlife Rescue, which opened on January 1.


Day of poetry and music at Timespan in Helmsdale on Saturday

14 February 2023
Day of poetry and music at Timespan in Helmsdale on Saturday

Day of poetry and music at Timespan in Helmsdale on Saturday

14 February 2023

Poet George Gunn and filmmaker Robert Aitken will lead the music and poetry day.


Creich War Memorial centenary to be marked

14 February 2023
Creich War Memorial centenary to be marked

Creich War Memorial centenary to be marked

14 February 2023

An event is to be held on Thursday, February 23, to mark the 100th anniversary of Creich War Memorial.


Plans in hand for 2023 Marty Mackay Memorial Cycle and Walk as organisers reveal £171k has been raised over 10 years

13 February 2023
Plans in hand for 2023 Marty Mackay Memorial Cycle and Walk as organisers reveal £171k has been raised over 10 years

Plans in hand for 2023 Marty Mackay Memorial Cycle and Walk as organisers reveal £171k has been raised over 10 years

13 February 2023

The event comprises a 57-mile cycle ride from Lairg to Durness, and a 15-mile walk from Rhiconich to Durness.


Rosehall Hall set to welcome musical duo Eilidh Shaw and Ross Martin

13 February 2023
Rosehall Hall set to welcome musical duo Eilidh Shaw and Ross Martin

Rosehall Hall set to welcome musical duo Eilidh Shaw and Ross Martin

13 February 2023

Fiddle player and vocalist Eilidh and Ross, a guitarist, have been at the heart of the Scottish music scene for more than 20 years.


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