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Sutherland roads report for Thursday issued by Highland Council

06 January 2022
Sutherland roads report for Thursday issued by Highland Council

Sutherland roads report for Thursday issued by Highland Council

06 January 2022

Roads have been treated according to priority and Highland Council's agreed policies.


Sutherland schools hit by closures on first day of new term

06 January 2022
Sutherland schools hit by closures on first day of new term

Sutherland schools hit by closures on first day of new term

06 January 2022

Durness Primary School and Kinlochbervie Preschool are closed due to "unforeseen circumstances".


Peatland restoration plan for area of Invershin Forest

05 January 2022
Peatland restoration plan for area of Invershin Forest

Peatland restoration plan for area of Invershin Forest

05 January 2022

An application for prior notification and prior approval of the project has been submitted to Highland Council.


PICTURES: Brave swimmers greet 2022 with plunge into North Sea at Brora

04 January 2022
PICTURES: Brave swimmers greet 2022 with plunge into North Sea at Brora

PICTURES: Brave swimmers greet 2022 with plunge into North Sea at Brora

04 January 2022

It was certainly an invigorating if chilly way to start the New Year.


Plan to convert horse trailer for use as a catering van at a Sutherland lighthouse

04 January 2022
Plan to convert horse trailer for use as a catering van at a Sutherland lighthouse

Plan to convert horse trailer for use as a catering van at a Sutherland lighthouse

04 January 2022

An application for planning consent was lodged with Highland Council last month and is under consideration.


Medal winning Rogart para-canoeist is selected to compete for Great Britain in Norway snow sports championships

04 January 2022
Medal winning Rogart para-canoeist is selected to compete for Great Britain in Norway snow sports championships

Medal winning Rogart para-canoeist is selected to compete for Great Britain in Norway snow sports championships

04 January 2022

Hope Gordon is among a 23-strong British squad, comprising 18 athletes and five guides, heading to Lillehammer.


Local businesswoman to undertake ceremonial first cast at opening of River Helmsdale

03 January 2022
Local businesswoman to undertake ceremonial first cast at opening of River Helmsdale

Local businesswoman to undertake ceremonial first cast at opening of River Helmsdale

03 January 2022

Yvonne Grant, who runs local fishing tackle, country and outdoors shop Glencoast will perform the opening ceremony on Tuesday, January 11.


Dornoch couple's Christmas tree fundraiser will benefit Nepalese porters and guides

03 January 2022
Dornoch couple's Christmas tree fundraiser will benefit Nepalese porters and guides

Dornoch couple's Christmas tree fundraiser will benefit Nepalese porters and guides

03 January 2022

The enterprising couple visited Nepal in 2019 and were entranced by the county’s mountainous beauty and the kindness of its people.


Wreath laying ceremony at Brora honours World War I soldier

03 January 2022
Wreath laying ceremony at Brora honours World War I soldier

Wreath laying ceremony at Brora honours World War I soldier

03 January 2022

Around 150 people attended the poignant ceremony which is organised by the Friends of Clyne War Memorial Association.


Dates set for Dornoch Fibre Fest 2022

03 January 2022
 Dates set for Dornoch Fibre Fest 2022

Dates set for Dornoch Fibre Fest 2022

03 January 2022

The Fibre Fest was last held in 2020 when it celebrated its 11th anniversary.


Helmsdale native Fiona Mackenzie receives MBE for domestic abuse campaign

01 January 2022
Helmsdale native Fiona Mackenzie receives MBE for domestic abuse campaign

Helmsdale native Fiona Mackenzie receives MBE for domestic abuse campaign

01 January 2022

Fiona Mackenzie received the honour for “services to raising awareness of sexual violence against women”.


Brora author revamps solo walking adventure book with new images added

01 January 2022
Brora author revamps solo walking adventure book with new images added

Brora author revamps solo walking adventure book with new images added

01 January 2022

It was, says author and historian Dr Nick Lindsay, perhaps the “most memorable experience of my entire life”.


Brora community bonfire cancelled but fireworks display will go ahead

31 December 2021
Brora community bonfire cancelled but fireworks display will go ahead

Brora community bonfire cancelled but fireworks display will go ahead

31 December 2021

The fireworks display will take place at 5pm tomorrow.


Fresh award win for caravan park

25 December 2021
Fresh award win for caravan park

Fresh award win for caravan park

25 December 2021

Dornoch Caravan and Camping Park have won another award.


Mega-rich Dane taking over area, claims Skerray native pipped to ex-bank purchase

24 December 2021
Mega-rich Dane taking over area, claims Skerray native pipped to ex-bank purchase

Mega-rich Dane taking over area, claims Skerray native pipped to ex-bank purchase

24 December 2021

A north coast native has hit out at business tycoon Anders Holch Povlsen over plans to convert the former RBS building in Tongue into staff flats.


Santa sets sail for Dornoch

24 December 2021
Santa sets sail for Dornoch

Santa sets sail for Dornoch

24 December 2021

SANTA made waves when he arrived in Dornoch last Saturday, ditching his reindeer to travel in East Sutherland Rescue Association’s lifeboat.


Art and writing talent showcased in new book

24 December 2021
Art and writing talent showcased in new book

Art and writing talent showcased in new book

24 December 2021

The creative enterprise brought "inspiration and light relief from the challenges faced during the Covid-19 pandemic".


Christmas market at Golspie Inn gives festive boost to two charities

23 December 2021
Christmas market at Golspie Inn gives festive boost to two charities

Christmas market at Golspie Inn gives festive boost to two charities

23 December 2021

A local harpist played at the entrance to the hotel and Golspie Choral Group sang Christmas carols.


Plan for new units at Dornoch park sparks interest

22 December 2021
Plan for new units at Dornoch park sparks interest

Plan for new units at Dornoch park sparks interest

22 December 2021

Businesses are already indicating an interest in two proposed new units at Dornoch Retail Park, it has been reported.


Santa makes waves in Dornoch

22 December 2021
Santa makes waves in Dornoch

Santa makes waves in Dornoch

22 December 2021

ESRA spokesman Antony Hope said: “A great time was had by all and £250 was raised."


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