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COLUMN: I scoffed at my brother when he said he had spotted a peacock, but later had to eat humble pie

06 August 2022
COLUMN: I scoffed at my brother when he said he had spotted a peacock, but later had to eat humble pie

COLUMN: I scoffed at my brother when he said he had spotted a peacock, but later had to eat humble pie

06 August 2022

Posties on a rural round need to keep their eyes peeled for wandering wildlife, from deer to rabbits, hens and collie dogs.


Energiekontor lodges scoping application for Lairg III Wind Farm: Twenty turbines measuring 230m in height are proposed

06 August 2022
Energiekontor lodges scoping application for Lairg III Wind Farm: Twenty turbines measuring 230m in height are proposed

Energiekontor lodges scoping application for Lairg III Wind Farm: Twenty turbines measuring 230m in height are proposed

06 August 2022

The energy firm was granted planning consent last October for the 10-turbine Lairg II Wind Farm.


PICTURES: Brora Development Trust's free food bag scheme benefits local school children

05 August 2022
PICTURES: Brora Development Trust's free food bag scheme benefits local school children

PICTURES: Brora Development Trust's free food bag scheme benefits local school children

05 August 2022

Free breakfast packs and meal starter kits are being provided to Brora school children during the summer holidays.


Golspie housing plan set to be decided next week

05 August 2022
Golspie housing plan set to be decided next week

Golspie housing plan set to be decided next week

05 August 2022

The proposal has attracted four objections and one petition with seven signatures. It also has five comments in support.


Sutherland para-canoeist Hope Gordon's parents make surprise trip to Canada to cheer her on as she competes in world championships finals

05 August 2022
Sutherland para-canoeist Hope Gordon's parents make surprise trip to Canada to cheer her on as she competes in world championships finals

Sutherland para-canoeist Hope Gordon's parents make surprise trip to Canada to cheer her on as she competes in world championships finals

05 August 2022

Hope Gordon will have some unexpected support today as she competes in the 2022 Canoe Sprint and Paracanoe World Championships.


John O'Groats trail appoints first-ever manager

04 August 2022
John O'Groats trail appoints first-ever manager

John O'Groats trail appoints first-ever manager

04 August 2022

Kenneth McElroy will take up the new post from mid-September and is being charged with developing the 146-mile coastal trail.


American visitor snaps up winning painting at East Sutherland Art Society's summer show

04 August 2022
American visitor snaps up winning painting at East Sutherland Art Society's summer show

American visitor snaps up winning painting at East Sutherland Art Society's summer show

04 August 2022

East Sutherland Art Society annually awards a trophy in memory of Steve MacGruer, one of the area's best know artists.


Bonanza for local groups as Royal Dornoch's community fund pays out £12k

03 August 2022
Bonanza for local groups as Royal Dornoch's community fund pays out £12k

Bonanza for local groups as Royal Dornoch's community fund pays out £12k

03 August 2022

The board that administers the community fund was impressed with the range and quality of applications.


Trophy gift from Royal Dornoch to Wick Golf Club on 150th anniversary

03 August 2022
Trophy gift from Royal Dornoch to Wick Golf Club on 150th anniversary

Trophy gift from Royal Dornoch to Wick Golf Club on 150th anniversary

03 August 2022

The John Sutherland Quaich commemorates the legendary Royal Dornoch secretary who was influential in the development of golf in the north.


Information sought on vandalism at Sutherland cemetery

02 August 2022
Information sought on vandalism at Sutherland cemetery

Information sought on vandalism at Sutherland cemetery

02 August 2022

A marker stone was broken and two head stones pushed over at a Sutherland cemetery.


Plans lodged for new holiday let developments at Balnakeil and Cambusavie

02 August 2022
Plans lodged for new holiday let developments at Balnakeil and Cambusavie

Plans lodged for new holiday let developments at Balnakeil and Cambusavie

02 August 2022

The drive to provide accommodation for the increasing number of visitors attracted to the north Highlands by NC500, is continuing.


Book on Clachtoll Broch community excavation now available

02 August 2022
Book on Clachtoll Broch community excavation now available

Book on Clachtoll Broch community excavation now available

02 August 2022

An open access download will also be available shortly.


Stoer Head lighthouse sea watch 'brilliant' with sightings of breaching minke whale, dolphins and porpoises

02 August 2022
Stoer Head lighthouse sea watch 'brilliant' with sightings of breaching minke whale, dolphins and porpoises

Stoer Head lighthouse sea watch 'brilliant' with sightings of breaching minke whale, dolphins and porpoises

02 August 2022

The event was part of the week long National Whale and Dolphin Watch 2022.


Sutherland marksman wins place in Scottish team for world clay target championships

01 August 2022
Sutherland marksman wins place in Scottish team for world clay target championships

Sutherland marksman wins place in Scottish team for world clay target championships

01 August 2022

Hamish Munro is eligible to compete in the World Down the Line (DTL) clay target championships next year.


New podcast series showcases attractions and activities along NC500

01 August 2022
New podcast series showcases attractions and activities along NC500

New podcast series showcases attractions and activities along NC500

01 August 2022

The series currently consists of six available episodes, hosted by presenters and producers Dan Holland and Pennie Latin.


Scourie based Loch Duart salmon producer is sponsor of US fashion event Dressed to Kilt

01 August 2022
Scourie based Loch Duart salmon producer is sponsor of US fashion event Dressed to Kilt

Scourie based Loch Duart salmon producer is sponsor of US fashion event Dressed to Kilt

01 August 2022

Dressed to Kilt was co-founded in 2003 by Sir Sean Connery to showcase the very best of Scotland.


Information sought on suitcase which bus passenger found to be missing on arrival at Dornoch

01 August 2022
Information sought on suitcase which bus passenger found to be missing on arrival at Dornoch

Information sought on suitcase which bus passenger found to be missing on arrival at Dornoch

01 August 2022

The journey took place between 5.15pm and 6.30pm on Sunday, July 24.


Local authority to be put under pressure over Talmine public loos closure

25 July 2022
Local authority to be put under pressure over Talmine public loos closure

Local authority to be put under pressure over Talmine public loos closure

25 July 2022

Two newly elected councillors are to put pressure on the local authority to reopen the public toilets at Talmine.


Family transform Kinlochbervie Fishermen's Mission into cafe, gift shop and self-catering accommodation

23 July 2022
Family transform Kinlochbervie Fishermen's Mission into cafe, gift shop and self-catering accommodation

Family transform Kinlochbervie Fishermen's Mission into cafe, gift shop and self-catering accommodation

23 July 2022

The substantial, harbour property was bought in 2008 by the late Donald Morrison, the owner of Norscot Seafoods Ltd.


Fall-out over 4km, sonic boom and earth tremor: Health and safety expert lays bare frightening consequences in event of 'catastrophic failure' at proposed Gordonbush hydrogen hub

22 July 2022
Fall-out over 4km, sonic boom and earth tremor: Health and safety expert lays bare frightening consequences in event of 'catastrophic failure' at proposed Gordonbush hydrogen hub

Fall-out over 4km, sonic boom and earth tremor: Health and safety expert lays bare frightening consequences in event of 'catastrophic failure' at proposed Gordonbush hydrogen hub

22 July 2022

SSE Renewables has applied for hazardous substance consent to operate a hydrogen hub at Gordonbush Wind Farm.


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