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Testing times for the Old School, Embo, as cafe operator withdraws. Lottery funded, community-owned facility left without any significant income stream

13 November 2022
Testing times for the Old School, Embo, as cafe operator withdraws. Lottery funded, community-owned facility left without any significant income stream

Testing times for the Old School, Embo, as cafe operator withdraws. Lottery funded, community-owned facility left without any significant income stream

13 November 2022

The situation at the Old School mirrors that of the similarly community owned and lottery funded Falls of Shin Visitor Centre.


Greens of Tain have Dornoch's Courtroom restaurant all locked up. Popular eatery set to reopen early next year

12 November 2022
Greens of Tain have Dornoch's Courtroom restaurant all locked up. Popular eatery set to reopen early next year

Greens of Tain have Dornoch's Courtroom restaurant all locked up. Popular eatery set to reopen early next year

12 November 2022

A DORNOCH restaurant which has been closed for the best part of the year, is set to reopen under new management.


Pressure mounts on Highland Council over lack of vehicle access to Melvich beach

11 November 2022
Pressure mounts on Highland Council over lack of vehicle access to Melvich beach

Pressure mounts on Highland Council over lack of vehicle access to Melvich beach

11 November 2022

Portskerra resident Sarah Kerr launched a petition and survey over vehicle access to Melvich beach.


Call for help with preparation for Battle of Littleferry trees

10 November 2022
Call for help with preparation for Battle of Littleferry trees

Call for help with preparation for Battle of Littleferry trees

10 November 2022

Volunteers are being sought to help plant 50 oak saplings as part of the ongoing Battle of Littleferry Project.


PICTURES: NHS managers 'pleased' with local reaction to design images of planned new multi-million pound North Sutherland Health and Social Care Hub

09 November 2022
PICTURES: NHS managers 'pleased' with local reaction to design images of planned new multi-million pound North Sutherland Health and Social Care Hub

PICTURES: NHS managers 'pleased' with local reaction to design images of planned new multi-million pound North Sutherland Health and Social Care Hub

09 November 2022

The hub is being pushed forward by NHS Highland in partnership with Highland Council and conservation and tourism organisation Wildland Ltd.


'It was unbelievable': Helmsdale resident reports seeing massive ball of fire in sky over port last night

09 November 2022
'It was unbelievable': Helmsdale resident reports seeing massive ball of fire in sky over port last night

'It was unbelievable': Helmsdale resident reports seeing massive ball of fire in sky over port last night

09 November 2022

Retired electrician Dave Moran spotted the fireball at around 6.30pm yesterday.


Top award for Brora crofter at Thainstone show

09 November 2022
Top award for Brora crofter at Thainstone show

Top award for Brora crofter at Thainstone show

09 November 2022

It is the latest success in a triumphant year for Mr Smith who has been crofting for more than 30 years.


Birichen sale of work returns this weekend for first time in three years

08 November 2022
Birichen sale of work returns this weekend for first time in three years

Birichen sale of work returns this weekend for first time in three years

08 November 2022

The event is organised by the Birichen Children's Party Committee.


Highland Coast Hotels' chairman David Whiteford wins Entrepreneur of the Year award

08 November 2022
Highland Coast Hotels' chairman David Whiteford wins Entrepreneur of the Year award

Highland Coast Hotels' chairman David Whiteford wins Entrepreneur of the Year award

08 November 2022

Formerly the chairman of North Highland Initiative, Mr Whiteford moved to Highland Coast Hotels last year.


Winners of Great North Coast Scarecrow Trail 2022 revealed at Halladale Hall event

08 November 2022
Winners of Great North Coast Scarecrow Trail 2022 revealed at Halladale Hall event

Winners of Great North Coast Scarecrow Trail 2022 revealed at Halladale Hall event

08 November 2022

Melvich Community SCIO supported the trail which ran October 22 to November 5, and attracted a large entry.


Dornoch's fireworks night was a blast!

07 November 2022
Dornoch's fireworks night was a blast!

Dornoch's fireworks night was a blast!

07 November 2022

There was a huge turnout for Dornoch’s bonfire and fireworks night last Saturday.


Sutherland's 'Poppy Family' raise £1.4k for Poppyscotland at Ardgay soup and sweet event

07 November 2022
Sutherland's 'Poppy Family' raise £1.4k for Poppyscotland at Ardgay soup and sweet event

Sutherland's 'Poppy Family' raise £1.4k for Poppyscotland at Ardgay soup and sweet event

07 November 2022

The Poppy Family have raised thousands of pounds for Poppyscotland.


Hopes of 30mph speed limit between Bonar Bridge and Ardgay dashed as councillors agree to opt for 50mph restriction

07 November 2022
Hopes of 30mph speed limit between Bonar Bridge and Ardgay dashed as councillors agree to opt for 50mph restriction

Hopes of 30mph speed limit between Bonar Bridge and Ardgay dashed as councillors agree to opt for 50mph restriction

07 November 2022

A decision over the speed limit between the two village was taken by Sutherland County Committee today.


Rise in false fire alarms in Sutherland prompts councillors to call for information on premises involved

07 November 2022
Rise in false fire alarms in Sutherland prompts councillors to call for information on premises involved

Rise in false fire alarms in Sutherland prompts councillors to call for information on premises involved

07 November 2022

There have been 54 false alarms in the county during the months from April to September this year.


End of the road for Rogart Sheepdog trials with 'lack of more youthful people' to carry it forward

07 November 2022
End of the road for Rogart Sheepdog trials with 'lack of more youthful people' to carry it forward

End of the road for Rogart Sheepdog trials with 'lack of more youthful people' to carry it forward

07 November 2022

A decision has been taken to call time on the long-running Rogart Sheepdog Trials.


Historic Stoer church reopens as a 20-bed hostel

05 November 2022
Historic Stoer church reopens as a 20-bed hostel

Historic Stoer church reopens as a 20-bed hostel

05 November 2022

Behind the conversion is Claire Belshaw, a Stoer resident of 30 years standing.


Sutherland Beekeepers' 40th anniversary dinner goes with a buzz

04 November 2022
Sutherland Beekeepers' 40th anniversary dinner goes with a buzz

Sutherland Beekeepers' 40th anniversary dinner goes with a buzz

04 November 2022

Beekeepers made a beeline to take part in the milestone celebration.


Brora and district residents consulted over community buy-out of village hub

04 November 2022
Brora and district residents consulted over community buy-out of village hub

Brora and district residents consulted over community buy-out of village hub

04 November 2022

Social enterprise group Engaging with Activity (EWA) provide a programme of activities at the hub.


New owners of Dornoch Hotel get behind bid for championship golf course at Coul Links and donate £10k to community group pushing plan forward

03 November 2022
New owners of Dornoch Hotel get behind bid for championship golf course at Coul Links and donate £10k to community group pushing plan forward

New owners of Dornoch Hotel get behind bid for championship golf course at Coul Links and donate £10k to community group pushing plan forward

03 November 2022

American real estate firm Marine and Lawn Hotels and Resorts recently announced its purchase of the Dornoch Hotel.


Dornoch gearing up for Guy Fawkes night

02 November 2022
Dornoch gearing up for Guy Fawkes night

Dornoch gearing up for Guy Fawkes night

02 November 2022

The family-friendly event is organised by Dornoch and District Community Association (DADCA).


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