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YOUR VIEWS: Re-election, pot holes and the ‘Nationalist scourge’

20 July 2024
YOUR VIEWS: Re-election, pot holes and the ‘Nationalist scourge’

YOUR VIEWS: Re-election, pot holes and the ‘Nationalist scourge’

20 July 2024

Readers share their views on stories making the headlines.


Mark Gilbert: My experiences going incognito as a white van man

06 July 2024
Mark Gilbert: My experiences going incognito as a white van man

Mark Gilbert: My experiences going incognito as a white van man

06 July 2024

I now have a white Transit van and there have been a few surprises while driving it.


Anne Macrae overcomes poor weather conditions to be crowned Golspie Golf Club’s 2024 Ladies Champion

03 July 2024
Anne Macrae overcomes poor weather conditions to be crowned Golspie Golf Club’s 2024 Ladies Champion

Anne Macrae overcomes poor weather conditions to be crowned Golspie Golf Club’s 2024 Ladies Champion

03 July 2024

Three gruelling rounds of stroke play were played in poor weather conditions with extremely high winds.


American head of Donald Ross Society discusses ‘untapped’ economic potential of town’s link with legendary golf course designer

01 July 2024
American head of Donald Ross Society discusses ‘untapped’ economic potential of town’s link with legendary golf course designer

American head of Donald Ross Society discusses ‘untapped’ economic potential of town’s link with legendary golf course designer

01 July 2024

Vaugn Halyard believes there are further economic benefits in terms of “tourism dollars” for Dornoch where Donald Ross was born and raised.


How treatment for our beloved pets can harm vital ecosystem

30 June 2024
How treatment for our beloved pets can harm vital ecosystem

How treatment for our beloved pets can harm vital ecosystem

30 June 2024

Making Space for Nature by Patricia Bremner


NHS HIGHLAND: DadPad app will support new dads - and help their partners too

29 June 2024
NHS HIGHLAND: DadPad app will support new dads - and help their partners too

NHS HIGHLAND: DadPad app will support new dads - and help their partners too

29 June 2024

While new dads will feel excited they may also feel left out, unsure and overwhelmed, says our columnist.


PICTURES: Family fun day perfect way to mark Gearchoille Wood 20th anniversary

25 June 2024
PICTURES: Family fun day perfect way to mark Gearchoille Wood 20th anniversary

PICTURES: Family fun day perfect way to mark Gearchoille Wood 20th anniversary

25 June 2024

A fun gathering with events and activities was held to mark the 20th anniversary of the community taking ownership of Gearchoille Wood, Ardgay.


Dornoch Cathedral to host ‘first time’ performance of late 15th century mass on Friday

18 June 2024
Dornoch Cathedral to host ‘first time’ performance of late 15th century mass on Friday

Dornoch Cathedral to host ‘first time’ performance of late 15th century mass on Friday

18 June 2024

Dornoch Cathedral will be the venue for a special “first time” musical performance this Friday.


Obituary: Dr James Simpson, long-serving minister of Dornoch Cathedral

13 June 2024
Obituary: Dr James Simpson, long-serving minister of Dornoch Cathedral

Obituary: Dr James Simpson, long-serving minister of Dornoch Cathedral

13 June 2024

Regarded as one of the Kirk’s most distinguished ministers, Glasgow-born Dr Simpson served historic Dornoch Cathedral for more than 20 years.


OBITUARY: William Shearer More, Rearquhar, Dornoch

04 June 2024
OBITUARY: William Shearer More, Rearquhar, Dornoch

OBITUARY: William Shearer More, Rearquhar, Dornoch

04 June 2024

A master painter and decorator, skilled at restoring old furniture and a ‘ceilidh king’.


Granny ‘in awe’ of Ashley Cain following chance encounter on world record fundraising push

03 June 2024
Granny ‘in awe’ of Ashley Cain following chance encounter on world record fundraising push

Granny ‘in awe’ of Ashley Cain following chance encounter on world record fundraising push

03 June 2024

A Wick granny says she is “quite shocked” after a chance meeting with ex-footballer Ashley Cain during his visit to Caithness & Sutherland last week.


Changes to Aberdeen and Northern Marts’ team at Quoybrae

29 May 2024
Changes to Aberdeen and Northern Marts’ team at Quoybrae

Changes to Aberdeen and Northern Marts’ team at Quoybrae

29 May 2024

Aberdeen and Northern Marts has said it remains committed to “market-leading services” in Caithness after announcing changes to its local team.


Cat lovers encouraged to volunteer with Tain and District branch of Cats Protection

28 May 2024
Cat lovers encouraged to volunteer with Tain and District branch of Cats Protection

Cat lovers encouraged to volunteer with Tain and District branch of Cats Protection

28 May 2024

Cats Protection Tain and District is looking to fill three separate committee roles.


UK runners Danny Smith and Bridget Glaister crowned winners of 2024 Cape Wrath Ultra

27 May 2024
UK runners Danny Smith and Bridget Glaister crowned winners of 2024 Cape Wrath Ultra

UK runners Danny Smith and Bridget Glaister crowned winners of 2024 Cape Wrath Ultra

27 May 2024

The annual Cape Wrath Ultra is organised by expedition race specialist Ourea Events and attracts some of the worl’s best ultra runners.


GOING WILD: Find out more about Scotland’s Wildlife Discovery Centre

26 May 2024
GOING WILD: Find out more about Scotland’s Wildlife Discovery Centre

GOING WILD: Find out more about Scotland’s Wildlife Discovery Centre

26 May 2024

If you have visited the wildlife park recently you may have noticed some exciting building work under way


Dunnet Forest roadside stroll unearths a trail of destruction

26 May 2024
Dunnet Forest roadside stroll unearths a trail of destruction

Dunnet Forest roadside stroll unearths a trail of destruction

26 May 2024

Making Space for Nature by Paul Castle


‘Wow! - that last bit was absolutely incredible’ : Cape Wrath Ultra runners in awe of scenery after reaching Assynt

25 May 2024
‘Wow! - that last bit was absolutely incredible’ : Cape Wrath Ultra runners in awe of scenery after reaching Assynt

‘Wow! - that last bit was absolutely incredible’ : Cape Wrath Ultra runners in awe of scenery after reaching Assynt

25 May 2024

The runners made their way from Inverbroom to Inchnadamph yesterday and today they will run 61km from Inchnadamph to Kinlochbervie.


Culrain Hall plant and garden fete a ‘great success’ after attracting support from businesses and the local community

24 May 2024
Culrain Hall plant and garden fete a ‘great success’ after attracting support from businesses and the local community

Culrain Hall plant and garden fete a ‘great success’ after attracting support from businesses and the local community

24 May 2024

The event was a celebration of nature with a range of activities taking place.


Highland campervan influx: ‘This is a subject that agitates many clearly’

22 May 2024
Highland campervan influx: ‘This is a subject that agitates many clearly’

Highland campervan influx: ‘This is a subject that agitates many clearly’

22 May 2024

It’s no surprise that campervanning has become so popular, tourist accommodation is full…many B&Bs have chosen to close…


CAPE WRATH ULTRA: 170 ultra-runners set off from Fort William today on their way to Cape Wrath

19 May 2024
CAPE WRATH ULTRA: 170 ultra-runners set off from Fort William today on their way to Cape Wrath

CAPE WRATH ULTRA: 170 ultra-runners set off from Fort William today on their way to Cape Wrath

19 May 2024

The eight-day reace covers 400km over challenging terrain.


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