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New zero–waste food shop to promote sustainability in Ullapool

24 January 2023
New zero–waste food shop to promote sustainability in Ullapool

New zero–waste food shop to promote sustainability in Ullapool

24 January 2023

A new zero-waste shop has opened in Ullapool, which hopes give sustainable alternatives for people across the Highlands


Cost of renting local authority owned garages in Sutherland set to rise by four per cent

24 January 2023
Cost of renting local authority owned garages in Sutherland set to rise by four per cent

Cost of renting local authority owned garages in Sutherland set to rise by four per cent

24 January 2023

Members of Sutherland County Committee agreed the increase at their meeting today.


Community projects given funding boost

24 January 2023
Community projects given funding boost

Community projects given funding boost

24 January 2023

Sutherland County Committee has approved 17 applications for funding from the area's share of the Community Regeneration Fund.


Charity based in Helmsdale appeals for volunteers

23 January 2023
Charity based in Helmsdale appeals for volunteers

Charity based in Helmsdale appeals for volunteers

23 January 2023

Connecting Communities is hoping to create a small bank of volunteers.


Application to convert former Dornoch shop into a home is opposed by community councillors

23 January 2023
Application to convert former Dornoch shop into a home is opposed by community councillors

Application to convert former Dornoch shop into a home is opposed by community councillors

23 January 2023

It is proposed to change the use of the former Dornoch Tool Hire premises at Wallace Street from commercial to domestic.


Rosehall pupils create stunning 'lasting legacy' outdoor artwork

22 January 2023
Rosehall pupils create stunning 'lasting legacy' outdoor artwork

Rosehall pupils create stunning 'lasting legacy' outdoor artwork

22 January 2023

The three-panel mosaic "embraces the world around Rosehall".


North Coast subsidised meal service to return for second year running, with free community meals also planned

20 January 2023
North Coast subsidised meal service to return for second year running, with free community meals also planned

North Coast subsidised meal service to return for second year running, with free community meals also planned

20 January 2023

The project will deliver subsidised, low cost, three course meals twice a week until April to North Coast residents.


'End of an era' as Assynt News falls by the wayside

20 January 2023
'End of an era' as Assynt News falls by the wayside

'End of an era' as Assynt News falls by the wayside

20 January 2023

Editor Jess Thomas said that social media had played a large part in the publication's demise.


Late start for two Sutherland primary schools and a nursery because of 'severe road conditions'

20 January 2023
Late start for two Sutherland primary schools and a nursery because of 'severe road conditions'

Late start for two Sutherland primary schools and a nursery because of 'severe road conditions'

20 January 2023

There are still issues on the roads in parts of the county.


Dornoch businesses invited to open days to discuss Business Improvement District initiative

20 January 2023
Dornoch businesses invited to open days to discuss Business Improvement District initiative

Dornoch businesses invited to open days to discuss Business Improvement District initiative

20 January 2023

The first open day takes place from 10am tomorrow at Grannie’s Heilan’ Hame Holiday Park, Embo.


Community councillors highlight 'disgraceful condition' of blue plaque street in Dornoch

19 January 2023
Community councillors highlight 'disgraceful condition' of blue plaque street in Dornoch

Community councillors highlight 'disgraceful condition' of blue plaque street in Dornoch

19 January 2023

St Gilbert Street in Dornoch is where legendary golf course architect Donald Ross grew up.


Grannie's Heilan' Hame plan to replace touring pitches with static caravan stances is recommended for approval

19 January 2023
Grannie's Heilan' Hame plan to replace touring pitches with static caravan stances is recommended for approval

Grannie's Heilan' Hame plan to replace touring pitches with static caravan stances is recommended for approval

19 January 2023

Nine objections have been lodged to Parkdean Resort's planning application for its Grannie's Heilan' Hame site at Embo.


'Slush' affecting roads throughout Sutherland today with fresh snow on higher ground

19 January 2023
'Slush' affecting roads throughout Sutherland today with fresh snow on higher ground

'Slush' affecting roads throughout Sutherland today with fresh snow on higher ground

19 January 2023

Fresh snow fell overnight in Sutherland and there is some slight drifting on higher ground.


Brora shop reopens following robbery report a week ago with community thanked for 'support during a difficult time'

19 January 2023
Brora shop reopens following robbery report a week ago with community thanked for 'support during a difficult time'

Brora shop reopens following robbery report a week ago with community thanked for 'support during a difficult time'

19 January 2023

A robbery was reported at Steps Emporium in which a member of staff was threatened.


Assynt Crofters' Trust takes legal advice over 'hostile takeover' of John Muir Trust's Quinag Estate as bitter deer cull row continues

18 January 2023
Assynt Crofters' Trust takes legal advice over 'hostile takeover' of John Muir Trust's Quinag Estate as bitter deer cull row continues

Assynt Crofters' Trust takes legal advice over 'hostile takeover' of John Muir Trust's Quinag Estate as bitter deer cull row continues

18 January 2023

The trust is considering potentially triggering a clause in land reform legislation.


Learn more about history and language of Sutherland in online course

18 January 2023
Learn more about history and language of Sutherland in online course

Learn more about history and language of Sutherland in online course

18 January 2023

Lairg and District Learning Centre is running an online, eight-week course on the history and language of Sutherland.


North West Highlands Geopark seeks staff for its Rock Stop visitor centre at Unapool

17 January 2023
North West Highlands Geopark seeks staff for its Rock Stop visitor centre at Unapool

North West Highlands Geopark seeks staff for its Rock Stop visitor centre at Unapool

17 January 2023

The Rock Stop comprises a cafe, shop and exhibition space.


Assynt Crofters' Trust lodges complaints with charity regulator and environmental body over Quinag out of season deer cull

17 January 2023
Assynt Crofters' Trust lodges complaints with charity regulator and environmental body over Quinag out of season deer cull

Assynt Crofters' Trust lodges complaints with charity regulator and environmental body over Quinag out of season deer cull

17 January 2023

A dispute over an out of season deer cull in Assynt is intensifying.


Community council posts 'public information notice' over shooting parties in Golspie woodland

17 January 2023
Community council posts 'public information notice' over shooting parties in Golspie woodland

Community council posts 'public information notice' over shooting parties in Golspie woodland

17 January 2023

The council has posted what it calls a “public information notice” on its social media page.


Brora Golf Club shortlisted for prestigious award

17 January 2023
Brora Golf Club shortlisted for prestigious award

Brora Golf Club shortlisted for prestigious award

17 January 2023

A panel of independent judges from across the industry will select the winners in the Scottish Golf Tourism Week Awards.


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