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'This is the best possible Christmas present!' Clyne Heritage Society thrilled after £1.95 million award secures Brora heritage hub and visitor centre project

22 December 2023
'This is the best possible Christmas present!' Clyne Heritage Society thrilled after £1.95 million award secures Brora heritage hub and visitor centre project

'This is the best possible Christmas present!' Clyne Heritage Society thrilled after £1.95 million award secures Brora heritage hub and visitor centre project

22 December 2023

Only four out of the 72 awards made in this round of funding exceeding £1 million.


What's on in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

21 December 2023
What's on in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

What's on in Sutherland this weekend and into next week

21 December 2023

From solstice celebrations to Santa visits, there's plenty on in Sutherland this weekend.


Landowner Edward Abel Smith submits 'screening application' for affordable housing on Coul Farm following Coul Links golf course planning consent

21 December 2023
Landowner Edward Abel Smith submits 'screening application' for affordable housing on Coul Farm following Coul Links golf course planning consent

Landowner Edward Abel Smith submits 'screening application' for affordable housing on Coul Farm following Coul Links golf course planning consent

21 December 2023

Mr Abel Smith already has planning permission for the first phase of a £20 million eco-hotel near the site of the planned golf course.


Scottish Government gives green light to Chleansaid Wind Farm near Lairg

19 December 2023
Scottish Government gives green light to Chleansaid Wind Farm near Lairg

Scottish Government gives green light to Chleansaid Wind Farm near Lairg

19 December 2023

The 16-turbine Chleansaid Wind Farm will have an installed capacity of approximately 96 megawatts.


Project to raise awareness of Assynt's endangered wych elm trees

19 December 2023
Project to raise awareness of Assynt's endangered wych elm trees

Project to raise awareness of Assynt's endangered wych elm trees

19 December 2023

Assynt is home to around 100 ‘significant’ wych elms which are feared to be at risk of Dutch elm disease.


Tinsel draped Clydesdales Maggie and Maisie take place of reindeer for Santa's festive visit to Doll Hall, Brora

19 December 2023
Tinsel draped Clydesdales Maggie and Maisie take place of reindeer for Santa's festive visit to Doll Hall, Brora

Tinsel draped Clydesdales Maggie and Maisie take place of reindeer for Santa's festive visit to Doll Hall, Brora

19 December 2023

Santa had a surprise in store when he stopped by the Doll Hall, Brora, on Saturday.


Teachers proud of Golspie pupils' 'amazing efforts' in nativity play

19 December 2023
Teachers proud of Golspie pupils' 'amazing efforts' in nativity play

Teachers proud of Golspie pupils' 'amazing efforts' in nativity play

19 December 2023

The p1 and p2 classes at Golspie Primary School performed the nativity play The Sleepy Shepherd.


"A true gentleman": Tributes paid following death of Rogart author and historian John Macdonald

18 December 2023
"A true gentleman": Tributes paid following death of Rogart author and historian John Macdonald

"A true gentleman": Tributes paid following death of Rogart author and historian John Macdonald

18 December 2023

Mr Macdonald’s family said he died “suddenly but peacefully” at Seaforth House, Golspie, on Sunday, December 17.


'A lot of fun was had': Lairg Gala Week's over 60s Christmas party goes with a swing

18 December 2023
'A lot of fun was had': Lairg Gala Week's over 60s Christmas party goes with a swing

'A lot of fun was had': Lairg Gala Week's over 60s Christmas party goes with a swing

18 December 2023

Lairg Gala Week holds an annual party for people over the age of 60 in the area.


PICTURES: Gifts galore as Santa land in Lairg for annual sleigh run

18 December 2023
PICTURES: Gifts galore as Santa land in Lairg for annual sleigh run

PICTURES: Gifts galore as Santa land in Lairg for annual sleigh run

18 December 2023

Light up Lairg hosts an annual visit from Santa Claus who travels around the village in his sleigh, bringing presents and festive cheer to all.


Santa hops aboard Wildland for traditional Dornoch festive outing

18 December 2023
Santa hops aboard Wildland for traditional Dornoch festive outing

Santa hops aboard Wildland for traditional Dornoch festive outing

18 December 2023

Father Christmas was towed on board ESRA's new lifeboat, Wildland.


Sutherland Care Forum chair pays tribute to 'incredible work' of Isobel Murray, Golspie

12 December 2023
Sutherland Care Forum chair pays tribute to 'incredible work' of Isobel Murray, Golspie

Sutherland Care Forum chair pays tribute to 'incredible work' of Isobel Murray, Golspie

12 December 2023

Tribute has been paid to Isobel Murray, who died last Friday.


Sutherland MP Jamie Stone calls for Spittal to Beauly high-voltage power line to be laid undersea 'whatever the cost'

11 December 2023
Sutherland MP Jamie Stone calls for Spittal to Beauly high-voltage power line to be laid undersea 'whatever the cost'

Sutherland MP Jamie Stone calls for Spittal to Beauly high-voltage power line to be laid undersea 'whatever the cost'

11 December 2023

Mr Stone is to raise the issue of a subsea cable with a UK Government Minister in the New Year.


Golspie Golf Club members reject takeover bid by American businessman and instead agree to seek 'partnership'

11 December 2023
Golspie Golf Club members reject takeover bid by American businessman and instead agree to seek 'partnership'

Golspie Golf Club members reject takeover bid by American businessman and instead agree to seek 'partnership'

11 December 2023

The club’s management is to make a counter offer to American Joe Masterson that he work in partnership with members.


PICTURES: Lairg Winterfest a 'huge success'

11 December 2023
PICTURES: Lairg Winterfest a 'huge success'

PICTURES: Lairg Winterfest a 'huge success'

11 December 2023

Lairg and District Community Initiatives (LDCI) put in a huge amount of hard work to stage the annual Winterfest.


Newly opened reindeer centre in Far North looks forward to busy festive season

10 December 2023
Newly opened reindeer centre in Far North looks forward to busy festive season

Newly opened reindeer centre in Far North looks forward to busy festive season

10 December 2023

Lichen Caithness is home to Sven, Levvi and Mr Antlers, who are the UK’s most northerly reindeer.


From the Northern Times 25, 50 and 100 years ago

09 December 2023
From the Northern Times 25, 50 and 100 years ago

From the Northern Times 25, 50 and 100 years ago

09 December 2023

A dip into the Northern Times of yesteryear.


Enterprising young Kinlochbervie man launches new clothing business

09 December 2023
Enterprising young Kinlochbervie man launches new clothing business

Enterprising young Kinlochbervie man launches new clothing business

09 December 2023

Cameron Munro's fledgling business, Clash Clo went live in August and is currently selling men’s oversized t-shirts and hoodies.


Golspie Rowing Club to continue tradition of New Year's Day torchlight parade

08 December 2023
Golspie Rowing Club to continue tradition of New Year's Day torchlight parade

Golspie Rowing Club to continue tradition of New Year's Day torchlight parade

08 December 2023

Golspie Rowing Club is once again organising a community torchlight parade to mark the start of 2024.


Green MSP Ariane Burgess raises Coul Links decision at First Minister's Questions

08 December 2023
Green MSP Ariane Burgess raises Coul Links decision at First Minister's Questions

Green MSP Ariane Burgess raises Coul Links decision at First Minister's Questions

08 December 2023

Ariane Burgess urged First Minister Humza Yousaf to call in the Coul Links golf course application for Ministers to review.


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