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Applications open for Child Disability Payment – People are 'benefitting from an SNP Government' says Maree Todd MSP

24 November 2021
Applications open for Child Disability Payment – People are 'benefitting from an SNP Government' says Maree Todd MSP

Applications open for Child Disability Payment – People are 'benefitting from an SNP Government' says Maree Todd MSP

24 November 2021

Maree Todd MSP has hailed Scotland’s social security system as applications open for the Scottish Government’s Child Disability Payment.


Sutherland Space Hub puts ‘north on the map as an innovator in space technology’ says local MSP

22 November 2021
Sutherland Space Hub puts ‘north on the map as an innovator in space technology’ says local MSP

Sutherland Space Hub puts ‘north on the map as an innovator in space technology’ says local MSP

22 November 2021

Maree Todd MSP has visited the site of the Sutherland Space Hub to learn more about the project and community benefits.


Schools can study Highland mammals: past and present

22 November 2021
Schools can study Highland mammals: past and present

Schools can study Highland mammals: past and present

22 November 2021

High Life Highland Countryside Rangers will be offering schools in Sutherland the opportunity to take part in conservation work for mammals.


Driver to be reported after car hits two girls in Far North town

18 November 2021
Driver to be reported after car hits two girls in Far North town

Driver to be reported after car hits two girls in Far North town

18 November 2021

Police confirmed an incident occurred in Wick town centre yesterday afternoon in which two 13-year-old girls were allegedly struck by a vehicle.


Pilgrims' progress from Tain revealed in new guide books on trail

18 November 2021
Pilgrims' progress from Tain revealed in new guide books on trail

Pilgrims' progress from Tain revealed in new guide books on trail

18 November 2021

A new guide book will not only guide pilgrims as they travel the Northern Pilgrims Way but will also provide a modest income stream for the group.


Police swoop on drug drivers and speeders

17 November 2021
Police swoop on drug drivers and speeders

Police swoop on drug drivers and speeders

17 November 2021

Police arrested five people on drug driving offences and dealt with 45 motorists for speeding over one weekend in the Highlands.


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.


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