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Mr Finn's fishing book released thanks to Dunbeath writing group

10 February 2024
Mr Finn's fishing book released thanks to Dunbeath writing group

Mr Finn's fishing book released thanks to Dunbeath writing group

10 February 2024

Graham Finn from Dunbeath has penned his first book and his subject of fishing seems particularly appropriate for his surname.


Soaring caesarean rate in far north exposes maternity failings, says MSP

05 February 2024
Soaring caesarean rate in far north exposes maternity failings, says MSP

Soaring caesarean rate in far north exposes maternity failings, says MSP

05 February 2024

Caesarean births in the far north have rocketed as maternity services have been cut, says Highlands and Islands MSP Edward Mountain.


Update from Caithness and north Sutherland dementia advisor on services available

01 February 2024
Update from Caithness and north Sutherland dementia advisor on services available

Update from Caithness and north Sutherland dementia advisor on services available

01 February 2024

A dementia advisor working across Caithness and north Sutherland wanted give an update on her services since taking up the job in October 2022.


'For Peat’s Sake' – Funding secured for peatland restoration project in Caithness and north Sutherland

31 January 2024
'For Peat’s Sake' – Funding secured for peatland restoration project in Caithness and north Sutherland

'For Peat’s Sake' – Funding secured for peatland restoration project in Caithness and north Sutherland

31 January 2024

Funding has been awarded to help businesses in Caithness and north Sutherland diversify from traditional skills to green skills.


WATCH: Funny moment a greedy pet lamb gets her head stuck in a box at Reiss

24 January 2024
WATCH: Funny moment a greedy pet lamb gets her head stuck in a box at Reiss

WATCH: Funny moment a greedy pet lamb gets her head stuck in a box at Reiss

24 January 2024

A pet lamb at Reiss in Caithness was looking a bit blue one morning after her owner discovered a blue box of feed stuck firmly on her head


Council leader Raymond Bremner talks candidly about health scare – 'I've been told I'm a very lucky person'

15 January 2024
Council leader Raymond Bremner talks candidly about health scare – 'I've been told I'm a very lucky person'

Council leader Raymond Bremner talks candidly about health scare – 'I've been told I'm a very lucky person'

15 January 2024

Highland Council leader Raymond Bremner said he felt like lucky to be alive after landing up in Raigmore Hospital in Inverness.


Fancy a job on the trains? Full steam ahead for ScotRail recruitment drive

04 January 2024
Fancy a job on the trains? Full steam ahead for ScotRail recruitment drive

Fancy a job on the trains? Full steam ahead for ScotRail recruitment drive

04 January 2024

ScotRail is steaming into 2024 with scores of vacancies set to be filled as part of its biggest recruitment drive in years.


Hogmanay fireworks – Advice for Sutherland residents

31 December 2023
Hogmanay fireworks – Advice for Sutherland residents

Hogmanay fireworks – Advice for Sutherland residents

31 December 2023

As we approach Hogmanay, Sutherland residents should understand the laws and potential fines associated with using fireworks


New book from Dunbeath publisher highlights Caithness' role in the Cold War

24 December 2023
New book from Dunbeath publisher highlights Caithness' role in the Cold War

New book from Dunbeath publisher highlights Caithness' role in the Cold War

24 December 2023

A new book from Dunbeath-based company Whittles includes details on the American naval base in Caithness and its significance during the Cold War.


Gail Ross takes on new role in support of Caithness cats

20 December 2023
Gail Ross takes on new role in support of Caithness cats

Gail Ross takes on new role in support of Caithness cats

20 December 2023

Former North MSP Gail Ross may be out of politics now but has taken up a new voluntary position to help out the Caithness branch of Cats Protection.


Rescue robins – tips on saving our favourite festive bird this Christmas

07 December 2023
Rescue robins – tips on saving our favourite festive bird this Christmas

Rescue robins – tips on saving our favourite festive bird this Christmas

07 December 2023

A favourite little character that visits Highland gardens may be in danger without our help – an expert shares tips on how you can help the robin.


Young people in Sutherland encouraged to take up routine vaccines offer at school

29 November 2023
Young people in Sutherland encouraged to take up routine vaccines offer at school

Young people in Sutherland encouraged to take up routine vaccines offer at school

29 November 2023

Young people are encouraged to take up the offer of routine vaccines at school – stats show a decline in vaccine uptake rates for this group.


Couple at Altnabreac could be real reason behind mystery closure of railway station

22 November 2023
Couple at Altnabreac could be real reason behind mystery closure of railway station

Couple at Altnabreac could be real reason behind mystery closure of railway station

22 November 2023

The withdrawal of train services at a remote Caithness railway station may be due to the antics of a couple living in a cottage by the site.


Dunbeath primary kids raise Children in Need charity cash

21 November 2023
Dunbeath primary kids raise Children in Need charity cash

Dunbeath primary kids raise Children in Need charity cash

21 November 2023

Dunbeath Primary School raised £43.09 for BBC's Children in Need appeal on Friday (November 17).


WATCH: Elvis Presley lives on thanks to Brandon McPhee's Christmas single

16 November 2023
WATCH: Elvis Presley lives on thanks to Brandon McPhee's Christmas single

WATCH: Elvis Presley lives on thanks to Brandon McPhee's Christmas single

16 November 2023

Brandon McPhee from Castletown shared the incredible story of his new song and collaboration with a musician who saw Elvis Presley the night he died.


Lyth animal activist wears her purple poppy with pride

12 November 2023
Lyth animal activist wears her purple poppy with pride

Lyth animal activist wears her purple poppy with pride

12 November 2023

Highland PETA representative Natalie Oag explained why she wears a purple poppy for Remembrance Day.


ScotRail withdraws stops at Altnabreac following station access challenges

11 November 2023
ScotRail withdraws stops at Altnabreac following station access challenges

ScotRail withdraws stops at Altnabreac following station access challenges

11 November 2023

ScotRail is advising customers that from tomorrow (Nov 12) services on the Far North Line will temporarily not call at Altnabreac station.


Woman relives her terrifying paddleboard ordeal in Sinclair's Bay for BBC programme

10 November 2023
Woman relives her terrifying paddleboard ordeal in Sinclair's Bay for BBC programme

Woman relives her terrifying paddleboard ordeal in Sinclair's Bay for BBC programme

10 November 2023

The dramatic rescue of a woman caught on camera be lifeboat crews in Sinclair's Bay near Wick will feature in a BBC programme next week.


Driving safety advice when clocks go back this weekend

28 October 2023
Driving safety advice when clocks go back this weekend

Driving safety advice when clocks go back this weekend

28 October 2023

When the clocks go back this weekend, drivers need to be more vigilant behind the wheel with the darker evenings and more changeable weather.


Council's projected £100M shortfall could see reduced services, job losses and will be 'disastrous' for the local economy

28 October 2023
Council's projected £100M shortfall could see reduced services, job losses and will be 'disastrous' for the local economy

Council's projected £100M shortfall could see reduced services, job losses and will be 'disastrous' for the local economy

28 October 2023

The leader of Highland Council warned that a budget shortfall of around £100M over the next three years will be 'disastrous'.


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