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Fraud rises by two-thirds in Scotland during pandemic

17 November 2021
Fraud rises by two-thirds in Scotland during pandemic

Fraud rises by two-thirds in Scotland during pandemic

17 November 2021

Crimes of fraud in Scotland have increased by two-thirds over the past two years, sparking fresh calls for people to be vigilant.


NHS Highland make important announcement of product recall

16 November 2021
NHS Highland make important announcement of product recall

NHS Highland make important announcement of product recall

16 November 2021

There has been a national recall of the Prohealth Vitamin D3 Children’s Drops due to reports of damage to the pipette, NHS Highland announced today.


WATCH: Bagpipe player in world's smallest car due to go through Sutherland today on charity JoGLE run

13 November 2021
WATCH: Bagpipe player in world's smallest car due to go through Sutherland today on charity JoGLE run

WATCH: Bagpipe player in world's smallest car due to go through Sutherland today on charity JoGLE run

13 November 2021

A charity drive from John O'Groats is ready to begin this morning with a bagpipe player at the wheel of the world's smallest car.


Sutherland drivers – be aware of temporary overnight road closures in county

11 November 2021
Sutherland drivers – be aware of temporary overnight road closures in county

Sutherland drivers – be aware of temporary overnight road closures in county

11 November 2021

Two temporary overnight road closures will be in place in Sutherland next week.


Sutherland councillor Hugh Morrison praises work undertaken by environmental health team during ‘challenging year’ of Covid

11 November 2021
Sutherland councillor Hugh Morrison praises work undertaken by environmental health team during ‘challenging year’ of Covid

Sutherland councillor Hugh Morrison praises work undertaken by environmental health team during ‘challenging year’ of Covid

11 November 2021

Highland Council’s environmental health team has been commended by members of the council’s Communities and Place Committee.


Pilot flying into far north airport flags up huge rubbish problem

10 November 2021
Pilot flying into far north airport flags up huge rubbish problem

Pilot flying into far north airport flags up huge rubbish problem

10 November 2021

A pilot who regularly flies in and out of Wick Airport has highlighted vast amounts of fly-tipped material at a site recently vacated by travellers.


Highland Council invites Sutherland applications for new Nature Restoration Fund

10 November 2021
Highland Council invites Sutherland applications for new Nature Restoration Fund

Highland Council invites Sutherland applications for new Nature Restoration Fund

10 November 2021

The Highland Council is inviting Sutherland communities to apply for a share of a new fund to support nature restoration projects.


The Fishermen's Mission give thanks for 140 Years of service

09 November 2021
The Fishermen's Mission give thanks for 140 Years of service

The Fishermen's Mission give thanks for 140 Years of service

09 November 2021

National charity, the Fishermen’s Mission is holding an online thanksgiving service to recognise 140 years of service to the fishermen of the UK.


Council will assist Sutherland communities clear snow and ice from footpaths

04 November 2021
Council will assist Sutherland communities clear snow and ice from footpaths

Council will assist Sutherland communities clear snow and ice from footpaths

04 November 2021

The Highland Council reminds Sutherland residents that its winter gritting programme has started and will continue until April 14, 2022.


Wear a purple poppy for the animals, says Lyth activist

03 November 2021
Wear a purple poppy for the animals, says Lyth activist

Wear a purple poppy for the animals, says Lyth activist

03 November 2021

A Lyth-based model and Peta representative wants to spread awareness of the purple poppy that can be worn in memory of animals that served during wars


Far north crash yesterday evening involved white Mercedes

03 November 2021
Far north crash yesterday evening involved white Mercedes

Far north crash yesterday evening involved white Mercedes

03 November 2021

Police officers attended the scene of car crash last night involving a Mercedes car close to Warth Hill on the A99 near John O'Groats.


Armchair nature talks with the Countryside Rangers

02 November 2021
Armchair nature talks with the Countryside Rangers

Armchair nature talks with the Countryside Rangers

02 November 2021

As temperatures dip, High Life Highland’s Countryside Rangers will be offering online talks for people to learn about nature.


Award success for Caithness company and employee Carla

23 October 2021
Award success for Caithness company and employee Carla

Award success for Caithness company and employee Carla

23 October 2021

A family-owned Caithness company and one of its employees are celebrating success with a prestigious business award.


Fly-tippers dump caravan near historic Ousdale broch

15 October 2021
Fly-tippers dump caravan near historic Ousdale broch

Fly-tippers dump caravan near historic Ousdale broch

15 October 2021

A Far North archaeological organisation is incensed by the latest act of fly-tipping to occur near the site of a broch it restored.


PICTURES: Achunabust or bust as vintage tractors lead the field for ploughing match

15 October 2021
PICTURES: Achunabust or bust as vintage tractors lead the field for ploughing match

PICTURES: Achunabust or bust as vintage tractors lead the field for ploughing match

15 October 2021

Conditions on the ground were "greasy" for a popular agricultural event held last Saturday at Achunabust Farm near Reay.


WATCH: Giant puppet kicks up a Storm in far north town

14 October 2021
WATCH: Giant puppet kicks up a Storm in far north town

WATCH: Giant puppet kicks up a Storm in far north town

14 October 2021

See video and pictures of last night's Northern Lights Festival event as an enormous puppet walked through Wick to the delight of many spectators.


Local authority highlights need for market operator’s licences

05 October 2021
Local authority highlights need for market operator’s licences

Local authority highlights need for market operator’s licences

05 October 2021

The council is asking all those who are planning to hold any type of market to check if they require a market operator’s licence.


Reay roadside verge spuds are named Terrace Tatties

04 October 2021
Reay roadside verge spuds are named Terrace Tatties

Reay roadside verge spuds are named Terrace Tatties

04 October 2021

After a raspberry crop died in the recent drought some Reay locals found a new way to make use of the ground by producing 'Terrace Tatties'.


Council responds to sobering stats released on A9 casualties

03 October 2021
Council responds to sobering stats released on A9 casualties

Council responds to sobering stats released on A9 casualties

03 October 2021

Highland Council responded to newly released statistics on A9 road casualties by calling for an upgrade of Highland roads.


'Worrying time' for Sutherland residents with energy price cap rise

01 October 2021
'Worrying time' for Sutherland residents with energy price cap rise

'Worrying time' for Sutherland residents with energy price cap rise

01 October 2021

The energy price cap will rise by 12 per cent today, with those on standard tariffs facing an average increase of £139-a-year.


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